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Danielle and Kym Johnson-Herjavec glide in on a magic carpet to recap Disney Night on Dancing with the Stars! 
Danielle reveals why Tatyana Ali is most improved and why Harry Shum’s “toe touch” proves he’s a force to be reckoned with. 
While one team took it to the Zoo, the other brought a High School Musical, but with a shortened rehearsal schedule, can they learn two dances? 
Plus, Danielle and Kym explain why they think Pasha was underscored and why the judges might be too harsh on out-of-time kicks, right here on the happiest Ballroom Bre...

Will and Sabrina are watching “Avalon High” starring Gregg Sulkin and Britt Robertson. 
This film premiered in 2010 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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In a world of manipulation, deception, and betrayal, Will and Rider’s moral compass had led them back to podcasting, still obsessed with The Traitors: New Blood!

The boys think Victor is worthy of celebrating after his undying refusal to back down from “fruitgate," but Will and Rider just aren’t convinced that taking down Abby was the right move. 

They also debate the influence he has over the whole castle and what Joe needs to do to make it through the game alive, because he just might be able to pull off the ultimate twis...

Reptile correspondent Matthew Lawrence reunites with the gang and brings some cold-blooded friends. 

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Everyone's favorite Bravo obsessed celebrities, Marla and Lee are back from Charleston, and they have A LOT to unpack!  From rubbing elbows with their favorite Bravolebrities at Watch What Happnes Live to Lee and Austin Kroll ending up on Page Six - dreams really do come true!!

Plus, what headlines!  Amanda Batula's shocking exit, Housewives heading to Broadway and Craig Conover's surprising new acting gig!

Then, Lee and Marla are back to recapping RHOSLC where Heathers Jupiter party is in full swing.  And don't miss Lee's hilarious story involving a psychic reading gone terribly wrong on...

Class is back in session, even if Cory’s lesson is more confusing than ever. The gang appreciates the creativity, but HOW does he connect 1831 Belgium to a MUFFIN BUSINESS?? 

Even with a “crazy” hat, it feels like the talent of Jackée Henry was fumbled, and a few simple tweaks may have connected all the loose plot lines. 

But maybe there IS a fun episode hiding in there somewhere once the the ethics vs. profit storyline kicks into full gear. 

Plus, we’ve worked hard enough to bring the ‘90...

It was Horror Movie Night on Dancing with the Stars and our scream queens Danielle Fishel and Kym Johnson-Herjavec are breaking down every spooky moment!
Val is back! But did he wow Kym with his return to the ballroom? Did Julia Stiles get underscored? And how did a couch become the star of the night???
A haunting double elimination leaves the competition wide open, and our hosts discuss why Shirley Ballas and her little shoes make the show significantly better!
Plus, Kym shares the inside story on how far in advance the hosts plan theme nights...

Few people personify the essence of “Teen Beat” quite like Debbie Gibson, a legend who made history at only 16 years old as the youngest female artist to write, produce and perform a Hot 100 #1 single. Danielle is hanging out with the “Out of the Blue” superstar and hearing all the stories from her 5 decades in the business. 

Debbie takes Danielle through her DIY process of making hit songs from her garage, and we hear why you might just recognize her from Ghostbusters! 

And would you believe she jumped into a mosh pit at CBGB as part of The Cir...

A lifetime of fears have been unleashed…. Will and Sabrina are watching “Girl vs. Monster” starring Olivia Holt, Kerris Dorsey, Brendan Meyer and Katherine McNamara.
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It’s another week in the castle, and our hosts are getting frustrated with the Faithfuls on The Traitors: New Blood!

Victor’s strategy has Will baffled, but Rider wonders if keeping him around could actually help the Traitors. And are the producers rigging the power of the pardon to save him?

The boys dive into the infinite possibilities of the Scarecrow Challenge, and as the end of the season looms near, they can’t decide if the Faithfuls are playing poorly…or if the Traitors are playing well!

Plus, what would Will and Ride...

Trick or Treat! The gang shows up in full costume and recreates an iconic moment from BMW history. 

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Real Housewives of New Jersey royalty, Dolores Catania, has entered the class room in Charleston! 
Dolores talks to Lee and Marla about the highly anticipated return of RHONJ and what she thinks of the new cast members. 
Plus, she dishes on her unforgettable experience winning The Traitors and how co-hosting a fellow iHeart podcast might be get her in trouble with some Housewives.
It’s a true Bravo Fest on the new Class Reunion…

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Lee and Marla are still live in South Carolina and are now joined by Southern Charm’s Shep Rose! 
Lee reveals his unexpected connection to Shep after renting his former house on Airbnb, and the stories only get wilder from there! 
Shep opens up about his new book, Nothing in Moderation, and his eye-opening experience with Ayahuasca.
Plus, Shep shares his advice for surviving reality TV, and gets candid about his relationship with his ex-girlfriend and where they stand today.
It’s a good one - it’s Class Reunion!!

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Southern Hospitality’s Joe Bradley is officially the first guest on Class Reunion! And we couldn’t be happier about it!!
Lee and Joe talk about their bromance and how they first met, while the whole group celebrates Bravo’s new announcement of a Southern Hospitality Season 2.
Joe also reveals why he decided to walk away from Republic, what's next for his career, and how the show is evolving.
There’s only one chance at a first time - so get ready for the introductory guest of a lifetime on - Class Reunion!

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Lee and Marla are together in Charleston for Bravo Fan Fest 2026 and recapping RHOSLC from the belly of the beast!
First, they’re breaking down the latest unscripted headlines, from Whitney Rose's rumored topless Vegas show to the highly anticipated return of the Real Housewives of New Jersey.
Then when it comes to RHOSLC, they dig deep into Lisa Barlow's VERY expensive apologies and analyze Mary's unforgettable one-liners, and trust us - Marla and Lee have plenty of opinions. And why is Lee suddenly making headlines with Britani?! Are we the drama? It’s an all new, on l...

Lee and Marla have touched down in the Unscripted Mecca: Charleston, South Carolina for Bravo Fan Fest 2026!
Find out which Bravo hot spots Lee visited with his wife and hear all about Marla’s questionable journey from LA.

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Straight off the ballroom floor after an emotional Viennese Waltz, Fresh Prince of Bel-Air star Tatyana Ali joins Danielle to talk about the journey that Season 35 of Dancing with the Stars!
Tatyana talks all things ballroom, from her incredible partnership with Jan Ravnik to her connection with the show’s host, her TV brother Alfonso Ribeiro. Tatyana also opens up about the unexpected healing she's experienced through dance and why this experience has been so transformative.
It's a conversation filled with nostalgia, laughter, and a whole lot of heart - so join us for a brand new Da...

The gang has made it to a bright spot in GMW Season One: Rider’s first episode as a director! And they picked the perfect script for his debut. The kids are playing dress-up in the ‘60s and digging into Cafe Hey (pronounced HEHHH). 

Farkle’s loose goatee captures their imaginations as they try to figure out whether they're meeting Topanga’s mom, grandmother or one of four possible sets of parents from the Lawrence bloodline. 

Will and Danielle are confused by the sudden time jump with no cat, vortex or tie-dye time hole in sight, and...

Danielle and Kym break down the most emotional night of the season as dancer dedications fill the ballroom with tears, tributes, and even a surprise baby.Kym shares what it was like returning to the judges' table and explains why Ezra Frech earned her 10 (the first of the season!)

Plus, Julia Stiles honors Heath Ledger with help from her 10 Things I Hate About You cast mates and Alfonso finds his way back to the floor.And with Shirley Ballas returning for next week’s Horror Night, is anyone more nervous than Mark?

It’s time for a...

Dreams came true when Danielle sat down with music superstar, and actor, Busta Rhymes to talk all about his 35 years in the rap game.

From Leaders of the New School at 18 to a life changing moment with A Tribe Called Quest, Busta reveals how he’s been able to stay relevant and still continue to release top-of-his-game new music. 
Plus, he explains what “Dilla drums” are and what high school was like alongside classmates Jay Z and Biggie Smalls. 

And - has he ever seen Danielle’s Say What? Karaoke clip? Find out the scenario o...

One small step for geeks, giant leap for geek-kind! Will and Sabrina are watching “Geek Charming” starring Sarah Hyland, Matt Prokop and Sasha Pieterse.

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We’re halfway through Season 5, and finally the true superstars have made themselves known in The Traitors: New Blood!

Will and Rider explain why Victor is the best Faithful in the game, thanks to his “Fruitgate” theory, but he’s got nothing on this week’s bizarre mission of matching former players’ heads to their graves using recorded screams. 

Plus, would The Traitors be enhanced if the audience also didn’t know who the “traitors” were?? All this and more on a new Pod Meets Twirl’d: The Traitors (with regular people)!

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The Chatter is back and this time… it’s personal. 

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There’s a Housewife with a brand new song, and Lee is on the case! Is it on par with previous RH tracks, or is it just 30 second flash in the pan?
Plus, the drama is heating up in Salt Lake City, so Lee and Marla take their time breaking down one wild disco party of an episode!
And - Lee has a theory about why the ladies are threatened by Bronwyn, and Marla tries to decide if Lisa's lips are really God-given. 
It’s time to get down and dirty with a brand new Class Reuni...

It was Super Bowl Night in the ballroom, but were there any touchdowns? Danielle and Kym break down the standout performances, surprising scores and one tense exchange about lifts. Did Harry’s routine need more Samba? Is Connor being underscored? Are the judges holding back their first 10?

Plus, Julia Stiles delivers the nostalgic moment everyone was waiting for, a dude wore fringe pants and Joe Buck proved you don’t need dance experience to be a great guest judge.

Danielle also shares what she saw from inside the ballroom and they get ready for Kym’s big...

There are a lot of ups and downs in the first season of Girl Meets World, but this episode definitely has one bright spot: the return of Smackle! 

Will gets his chance to explain why Isadora Smackle is the perfect Disney Channel character, even if he’s confused by her role in this baffling episode?? 

The gang tries to decipher the overall message of the script and somehow land on a perfectly clear thesis: everyone thinks Lucas is hot. 

The love affair with Auggie is going strong, but the shelf life of his “this man...

Skilla Baby is your favorite rapper’s favorite rapper, and after this conversation, he’ll be yours too. 

Skrilla takes us along on his whirlwind journey, from getting shouted out by Jack Harlow to going on tour with Travis Scott, then getting shot on 8 Mile Rd and taking the stage just 48 hours later.

Plus, we learn about his new passion for acting and how he landed an upcoming role on 50 Cent’s “Power: Origins.”

Sure, no one predicted Detroit’s most promising rapper would be sitting down with Topanga from Boy Meets World, but these day...

We’ve made it to the final film in the franchise! Will and Sabrina are watching “Return to Halloweentown” starring Sara Paxton and Lucas Grabeel.

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Suspicion is everywhere! Paranoia resigns supreme! And Will and Rider are ready to recap another episode of The Traitors: New Blood!

Our ‘90s TV stars turned reality commentators break down a chaotic roundtable where Sherry and Jay take the brunt of the heat, while Katie slides entirely out of the crosshairs. 

Things get heated when the boys debate the strategy of emotional voting vs. trusting one’s gut, while they analyze Victor’s impressive gameplay of being a Faithful “out loud.”

And…an unexpected mishap leaves the fate of Joe and the Faithfuls hanging in th...

After years off the grid, Will makes his return to social media with the help of a content expert.

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It's been a minute since Danielle and Val have recorded an episode together and it appears Val has had A LOT on his mind..
Before they could even start officially “recording,” Val opens up about the savage internet backlash participants now face and how finally accepting a goal that isn’t just “winning,” has finally allowed him to be present.Plus, hear why his dance last week with Jenna Dewan was a breakthrough and who he feared would start a podcast while he was gone - all on a new, well-deserved Stepping on Toes.

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From news of Whitney Rose's shocking divorce to the RHOC reunion seating chart, the Bravo headlines are keeping Lee and Marla very busy!Plus, they're breaking down another wild episode of RHOSLC, and detailing Angie's emotional marriage struggles, Bronwyn's complicated divorce, Lisa Barlow's never-ending lip liner application, and a very unexpected trip to a vibrator museum!And why is Lee still wearing jeans on airplanes????

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The gang’s journey through GMW season one continues and Rider may have finally found the show’s rhythm! He’s less bothered by the philosophical speeches and has reached the “acceptance” stage of insanity.

But what is​ the lesson of this episode?? There are so many possibilities and our hosts can’t find a definitive answer.

BUT, at least we have the triumphant return of Minkus! Lee Norris stepped right back into the role and immediately went back to stealing every scene he’s in.

And in the end, they may...

Danielle and Kym break down Mariah Carey Night, which was full of shocking scores, undeniable hits and another shocking elimination.Kym explains why the Rumba is one of the toughest dances to pull off, and Danielle introduces everyone to Brandon’s “yellow curse.”The pair agree that Jenna Dewan deserved a higher score for her breakthrough performance and debate whether dancing first can hurt a couple’s chances. Plus, Connor Wood attempts to channel his inner leading man and Guillermo’s samba leaves the hosts divided! It’s a brand new recap of DWTS…

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It’s time for Danielle to reunite with her Dancing with the Stars Season 34 castmate, and the beloved Parent Trap actress, Elaine Hendrix!

Elaine reflects on her whirlwind ballroom experience with pro Alan Bersten and how returning to dance helped her reclaim a lifelong dream. She also details her spontaneous trip to Burning Man, how she survived the catastrophic desert sandstorms.

Plus, we find out how hip-hop videos, competitive ice skating and competing against 400 other actresses led to her iconic role as Meredith Blake, on an all-new Teen Beat!

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It’s Halloween Time! Will and Sabrina are watching the third installment of the “Halloweentown” franchise, “Halloweentown High”, starring Kimberly J. Brown and Debbie Reynolds.

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Will and Rider have emerged from The Traitors castle, ready to come face to face with an extraordinary “regular” guy: Logan Smith from The Traitors: New Blood!

Logan shares his initial strategy for playing “the game,” and reveals that he had no plan for what he would do as a Faithful!

We find out what he’d change if he could play it all over again and why he almost didn’t make it to the show at all. 

Plus, Logan clears up one of our hosts’ biggest Traitors conspiracy theories on Pod Meets Twirl’d...

Just when you thought it was safe to podcast, we’ve got more chatter!

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Lee (is it Lee?) and Marla are back to break down another chaotic episode of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City!
Our reality-obsessed duo weigh in on the new RHOSLC taglines and Lee shares the tagline he’d use if he was a Housewife!
Plus, “Toothbrush Gate” takes over the San Francisco trip, Bronwyn has a rough ride on the bus, and one very important question must be answered: does Whitney know the difference between “Diablo” and “diabolical?” 

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Will and Rider have officially made it through a season of ‘90s stars renovating a ‘90s house, that by the end of the process had fully abandoned ‘90s nostalgia like the Tamagotchi you forgot to feed.

But our hosts DO have a pitch for another renovation show to carry the torch and Boy Meets World fans should listen up!

Plus, would you visit a theme park of famous TV houses?? We take a ride on a Knight Rider roller coaster for the finale episode of Pod Meets Twirl’d: Thank God It’s Fixed!

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