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Moving overseas can be overwhelming with all the changes. All of sudden, you are surrounded by new foods, cultures, road signs, and depending on location, new languages. With all of this change, it can be comfortable to take an hour to yourself and watch a nostalgic television show. What’s better than rewatching the show is getting behind-the-scenes information from the cast and crew of the show. You can listen to these podcasts on Iheart.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts or wherever you normally listen to your podcasts.
“Office Ladies” recapping “The Office” (Originally aired 2005-2013)
Jenna Fischer (Pam Beesly) and Angela Kinsey (Angela Martin) transport you to the era of life, time and antics of Dunder Mifflin: The Dundies, Kevin’s pot of chili, Scott’s Tots and more. Special guests have included Creed Bratton, John Krasinski (Jim) and Rainn Wilson (Dwight).
“Drama Queens” recapping “One Tree Hill” (Originally aired 2003-2012)
Hilarie Burton (Peyton Sawyer), Sophia Bush (Brooke Davis), and Bethany Joy Lenz (Haley James-Scott) put on their pajamas and princess dresses and take you back to Tree Hill, North Carolina with basketball drama, teen marriage, Karen’s Café and more. Special guests have included Lee Norris (Mouth), Antwon Taylor (Skillz) and Tyler Hilton (Chris Keller).
“XOXO with Jessica Szohr” recapping “Gossip Girl” (Originally aired 2007-2012)
Calling all east siders, join Jessica Szohr (Vanessa Abrams) and join the drama that the mysterious gossip girl brought to the Upper East Side: Blaire’s headbands, Dorota’s wit, all the backstabbing and boyfriend stealing, Dan’s angst and the horrid actions of Chuck Bass. Special guests have included Chace Crawford (Nate), Taylor Momsen (Jenny) and Ed Westwick (Chuck).
“I Am All In with Scott Patterson” recapping “Gilmore Girls” (Originally aired 2000-2007)
Join Scott Patterson (Luke Danes) as he breaks character and talks everything Stars Hollow: Dean vs. Jess vs. Logan, Yale or Harvard, all the coffee and Luke’s Diner. Special Guests have included Jared Padalecki (Dean), Keiko Agena (Lane) and Sean Gunn (Kirk).
“Avatar: Braving the Elements” recapping “Avatar the Last Airbender” (Originally aired 2005-2008)
Dante Basco (Prince Zuko) and Janet Varney (Korra) bring you into the world of element bending with this podcast: Blind earth benders, ice burg breakouts, the ignorance of Ba Sing Se and more. Special guests have included Zach Tyler Eisen (Aang), Grey DeLisle Griffen (Azula) and Jack De Sena (Sokka).
“Pod Meets World” recapping “Boy Meets World” (Originally aired 1993-2000)
Danielle Fishel (Topanga Lawrence), Rider Strong (Shawn Hunter) and Will Friedel (Eric Matthews) bring you to the era of too many shirts, the young love of Corey and Topanga and experiencing puberty and adolescence in the 1990s. Special guests have included William Daniels (Mr. Feeny), Trina McGee (Angela) and Matthew Lawrence (Jack).
“Parks and Recollection” recapping “Parks and Recreation” (Originally aired 2009-2015)
Rob Lowe (Chris Traeger) and Alan Yang (MouseRat bassist, writer/director), take you back to Pawnee, Indiana for the rivalry with Eagleton, blaming Jerry aka Gary aka Larry, and all of the Tammys. They are currently recapping season three. Special guests have included Chris Pratt (Andy), Jim O’Heir (Jerry) and Ben Schwartz (Jean-Ralphio).
“Zack to the Future” recapping “Saved by the Bell” (Originally aired 1989-1992)
This is one for the elder millennials. Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Zack Morris) and Dashiell Driscoll (writer) bring you back to Bayside High School for the hi-jinks of Zack and the gang: Prom, driver’s education, singing competitions in Hawaii and more. The show has recapped up through season three, episode 16 and is currently on hiatus looking for a new network home. Don’t let that stop you because there are 50 episodes for your enjoyment. Special guests have included Leah Remini (Stacey), Tiffani Thiessen (Lisa) and Elizabeth Berkley (Jessi).
“And That’s What You REALLY Missed” recapping Glee (Originally aired 2009-2015)
This is the newest podcast on the list. Join Kevin McHale (Artie Abrams) and Jenna Ushkowitz (Tina Cohen-Chang) and return to McKinley High School on the road to Regionals and Nationals, all the Journey songs, Sue’s antics and more. Special guests have included Ryan Murphy (creator), Chris Culfer (Kurt Hummel) and Heather Morris (Britanny S. Pierce).
“Battlestar GalactiCast” recapping Battlestar Galactica (Originally aired 2004-2009)
This is the only completed podcast on the list and is for all the science fiction fan millennials out there. Tricia Heffer (Number Six and others) and Marc Bernardin take you to outer space for all four seasons of adventures aboard the Galactica: Cylons, alliances, barren planets and command usurpations. All episodes are recapped. Special guests included Michael Hogan (Col. Saul Tigh), Katee Sackhoff (Starbuck) and Tahmoh Penikett (Karl aka Helo).
There are quite a few more rewatch podcasts recapping shows such as “Laguna Beach,” “Scrubs,” “The OC,” “Supernatural,” “Beverly Hills 90210” and “The Sopranos.” Did your favorite rewatch podcast make the list?
