They said it couldn’t be done. They said they wouldn’t survive. But somehow, Will and Rider entered the Bravo-sphere and lived to recap it. It’s the final episode of In The City Season 1, and it’s been quite an emotional journey. 





Rider has a shocking admission to make about his own ITC metamorphosis, but will he continue to follow the drama?? 





And with one Bravo season under his belt, Will shares his theory on why reality TV is so popular. Plus, we get a boots on the ground report from the podcast's newest special correspondent, Boy Meets World alum Lee Norris!





So join us, as they close out the tab (that is, until the reunion…) on Pod Meets Twirl'd: Metropolitan Mess!

They said it couldn&rsquo;t be done. They said they wouldn&rsquo;t survive. But somehow, Will and Rider entered&nbsp;the Bravo-sphere and lived to recap it. It&rsquo;s the final episode of In The City Season 1, and it&rsquo;s been quite an emotional journey.&nbsp;
 
Rider has a shocking admission to make about his own ITC metamorphosis, but will he continue to follow the drama??&nbsp;
 
And with one Bravo season under his belt, Will shares his theory on why reality TV is so popular. Plus, we get a boots on the ground report from the podcast's newest special&nbsp;correspondent, Boy Meets World alum Lee Norris!
 
So join us, as they close out the tab (that is, until the reunion&hellip;) on Pod Meets Twirl'd: Metropolitan Mess!

Pod Meets World's Will Friedle & Rider Strong were sitcom stars 30 years ago. The concept of reality TV is honestly pretty foreign to them. But when their best friend Danielle Fishel competed on Dancing with the Stars in 2025, the boys committed to watching their first TV dance competition, and quickly became addicted. And undeniable experts. That is, if you ask them.

 

With their podcast, Pod Meets Twirl'd, they decided to share their newfound discovery, and self proclaimed expertise, of unscripted TV and now they'll continue their journey through the genre. The newly formed cultural thought leaders are ready to start recapping, reviewing and rehashing all the hottest reality shows! Even if they've never never seen it before.

 

First up, the show Rider has never heard of and Will THINKS he can win - Traitors! 

Pod Meets World's Will Friedle &amp; Rider Strong were sitcom stars 30 years ago. The concept of reality TV is honestly pretty foreign to them. But when&nbsp;their best friend Danielle Fishel competed on Dancing with the Stars in 2025, the boys committed to watching their first TV dance competition, and quickly became addicted. And undeniable experts. That is, if you ask them.
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With&nbsp;their podcast, Pod Meets Twirl'd, they decided to share their newfound discovery, and self proclaimed expertise, of unscripted TV and now they'll continue their&nbsp;journey through the genre. The newly formed cultural thought leaders are ready to start recapping, reviewing and rehashing all the hottest reality shows! Even if they've never never seen it before.
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First up, the show Rider has never heard of and Will THINKS he can win - Traitors!&nbsp;

Pod Meets Twirl'd

We're sending you to 1993 when TGIF reigned supreme and “Boy Meets World” first premiered. Danielle, Will and Rider are going back to school as they rewatch every episode of the iconic series, sharing memories, behind the scenes moments, and all the “Boy Meets World” stories a fan could ever want. Relive your first crush, first kiss, favorite moments and all the life lessons with Topanga, Eric, and Shawn.

We're sending you to 1993 when TGIF reigned supreme and “Boy Meets World” first premiered. Danielle, Will and Rider are going back to school as they rewatch every episode of the iconic series, sharing memories, behind the scenes moments, and all the “Boy Meets World” stories a fan could ever want. Relive your first crush, first kiss, favorite moments and all the life lessons with Topanga, Eric, and Shawn.

Pod Meets World

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Two people set up in an unlikely arrangement, now have to figure out their feelings in real time as they enter into a lifelong commitment. Sure, that describes the relationship between Will & Rider with this podcast, but it's ALSO the premise of…Married at First Sight!

 

The boys are diving into the reality show's 20th Season, with little to no prior knowledge, and the hot takes are already FLOWING. Adam’s gift seems more like a dog leash or a ball gag than a “kill switch," while Rider has already detected good vibes from Belle Jolie and Mecca.

 

Our hosts also debate if artists can be in a relationship with a blue collar normie, and we find out what they REALLY think about face tattoos. 

 

So don’t leave us hanging at the altar, you can jump right into Episode 1, of a brand new recap. It's Pod Meets Twirl’d: All or Nothing!

Two people set up in an unlikely arrangement, now have to figure out their feelings in real time as they enter into a lifelong commitment. Sure, that describes the relationship between Will &amp; Rider with this podcast, but it's ALSO the premise of&hellip;Married at First Sight!
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The boys are diving into the reality show's 20th Season, with little to no prior knowledge, and the hot takes are already FLOWING. Adam&rsquo;s gift seems more like a dog leash or a ball gag than a &ldquo;kill switch," while Rider has already detected good vibes from Belle Jolie and Mecca.
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Our hosts also debate if artists can be in a relationship with a blue collar normie, and we find out what they REALLY think about face tattoos.&nbsp;
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So don&rsquo;t leave us hanging at the altar, you can jump right into Episode 1, of a brand new recap. It's Pod Meets Twirl&rsquo;d: All or Nothing!

Pod Meets Twirl'd: Married at First Sight 2001

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After a short break, Will and Rider have ventured back into the depths of Bravoland to recap not one, but TWO episodes of “In the City”! 

 

While examining Yvonne’s dress argument, our hosts make a shocking discovery about a lesser-know wedding rule. Are you not allowed to wear red either??

 

Amanda and Kyle’s relationship might be beyond repair, and we hear some sincere advice from Will and Rider on what the turbulent couple can do to find peace. But we do have Amanda to thank for what may be the most hilarious moment in the entire series, when Kyle takes a paintball to a sensitive area. 

 

Plus, Will shares a theory that reality TV producers are closer to detectives than anything else, on a double dipped episode of Pod Meets Twirl'd: Metropolitan Mess!

After a short break, Will and Rider have ventured back into the depths of Bravoland to recap not one, but TWO episodes of &ldquo;In the City&rdquo;!&nbsp;
&nbsp;
While examining Yvonne&rsquo;s dress argument, our hosts make a shocking discovery&nbsp;about a lesser-know wedding rule. Are you not allowed to wear red either??
&nbsp;
Amanda and Kyle&rsquo;s relationship might&nbsp;be beyond repair, and we hear some sincere advice from Will and Rider on what the turbulent couple can do to find peace. But we do have Amanda to thank for what may be the most hilarious moment in the entire series, when Kyle takes a paintball to a sensitive area.&nbsp;
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Plus, Will shares a theory that reality TV producers are closer to detectives than anything else, on a double dipped episode of Pod Meets Twirl'd: Metropolitan Mess!

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Will and Rider are taking a tolerance break from “In the City” to celebrate the 4th of July, which somehow inspires a heated debate on what Rider will screen for his annual movie night at Redwood Shire. 

Will shares his Aspen plans for the weekend, with an attempt at fly fishing, and we get a preview of the summer movies the guys are dying to see.

We’ll be back next week with more “In the City,” so enjoy your drama free 4th, courtesy of Pod Meets Twirl’d!

Will and Rider are taking a tolerance break from&nbsp;&ldquo;In the City&rdquo;&nbsp;to celebrate the 4th&nbsp;of July, which somehow inspires a heated debate on what Rider will screen for his annual movie night at Redwood Shire.&nbsp; Will shares his Aspen plans for the weekend, with an attempt at fly fishing, and we get a preview of the summer movies the&nbsp;guys&nbsp;are dying to see. We&rsquo;ll&nbsp;be back&nbsp;next&nbsp;week with more &ldquo;In the City,&rdquo; so enjoy your drama free&nbsp;4th, courtesy of Pod Meets Twirl&rsquo;d!

Happy 4th of July!

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