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Teen Beat: Alan Bersten Jul 22, 2026

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A Dancing with the Stars fan favorite is foxtrotting out of the ballroom and right into the podcast studio! Alan Bersten is ready to share stories from the Mall of America, his formative years facing down Paul Bunyan and how in the world he doesn't know what a “Juicy Lucy” is.

Follow Alan’s steps from 7-year-old ballroom prodigy to the Glee set to finally making it to the big show - Dancing with the Stars.

It's time for a DWTS Season 34 reunion, on this Mirrorball worthy episode of Teen Beat!

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Magical Rewind: The Scream Team Jul 21, 2026

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Too soon for Halloween?? NEVER! Will and Sabrina are watching “The Scream Team” starring Mark Rendall, Kat Dennings, Eric Idle and Kathy Najimy.

This film premiered in 2002 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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SOT: The Return of the Knee Walk (DWTS: The Next Pro 102) Jul 21, 2026

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Danielle and Val are back to recap the second episode of Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro and they’ve already uncovered some major revelations about the new crop of dancers…

Val holds nothing back with AJ’s attitude, and we find out which DWTS pro is the most emotionally “unavailable,” which is confirmed by the many unreturned texts from Danielle.

Plus, we try to pry a few hints about the upcoming DWTS season from Val, and we hear the true origin of Daniella’s Ferrari persona, right here on Stepping on Toes!

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The Feeny Awards Part 2 Jul 20, 2026

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An award show of this magnitude couldn’t be contained to a single ceremony, so welcome to Part 2 of the Feenys!

The gang recognizes iconic moments, guest stars and episodes as they hand out more awards, not just for the good, but also the bad. With “Best Quote” comes “Worst Season,” so buckle up for some big reveals.
It’s time to close the book on the Feenys for a brand new Pod Meets World.
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Pod Meets Twirl'd: Married at First Sight 2001 Jul 18, 2026

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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!

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Pod Meets Twirl'd: In The City 109 Jul 17, 2026

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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!

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The Feeny Awards Part 1 Jul 16, 2026

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Bigger than the Oscars, Emmys & Tonys combined - it’s time for The Feenys. With the live finale recap on the horizon, it’s time to set some favorites in stone. From people to moments to super niche details, this ceremony covers them all.

Danielle, Will and Rider tackle categories like “Best Character Who Deserved More,” “Best Romp,” and “Best Prop.”
Celebrate all the winners (and losers) on a red carpet edition of Pod Meets World!

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Teen Beat: Hoobastank (Dan Estrin & Doug Robb) Jul 15, 2026

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No 2000s teenager made it through their youth without singing along to Hoobastank, so Danielle is going straight to the source to hear the stories behind the band with the most baffling name in rock. Singer Doug Robb and guitarist Dan Estrin detail their journey from local dive bars to festivals with Bob Dylan and Jessica Simpson, on the SAME stage!

Danielle doesn’t hold back on the 818 content because Hoobastank is a certified Valley band! Hope you’re hungry for Pizza Cookery and Ruby’s…and yes, some Topanga Plaza talk.

And it hasn’t always been easy for the band, from failed monitors on live TV to needing literal brain surgery while on tour, Hoobastank has seen their share of challenges

You won’t have to crawl in the dark looking for the answer, because Hoobastank is here on Teen Beat!

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Magical Rewind: Descendants: The Rise of Red (Part 2) Jul 14, 2026

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Will and Sabrina continue their conversation on “Descendants: The Rise of Red”!

This film premiered in 2024 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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Magical Rewind: Descendants: The Rise of Red (Part 1) Jul 14, 2026

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Tear it down, then paint the town red! Will and Sabrina are watching “Descendants: The Rise of Red” starring Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker and Dara Reneé.

This film premiered in 2024 as a Disney Channel Original Movie.

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