Ep 6: “New Employee” | Wizards of Waverly Pod

[@WizardsPod]

Who should our next guest be???

[@onallyrose1996]

Plz Jake t Austin 🙏

[@dontrellbentley2797]

Try to get Bridgit Mendler . I know she doesn’t come till the second season but I’ll love to see her on here. But I want to see David, Jake & Maria on here

[@athenacat]

Well, since David knows Johnny Depp I say we get him on 😆

[@cyrenaflaherty3303]

Jake T Austin !! Why did he leave Wizards? and The Fosters?!!

[@cyrenaflaherty3303]

David Henry of course would be great

[@BrittanysMusicUtube]

Jennifer is and always has been so beautiful. Can we just take a minute and appreciate her beauty and class? 😍

[@WizardsPod]

Wow, thank you!

[@hollyk7052]

David is also a dime lol

[@lgee8383]

@@hollyk7052 he is so handsome and always glowing, that natural sparkle in his eye!

[@iluvbowser]

Yes!! Jennifer is stunning every time I watch I’m like how is she so beautiful

[@Lavignerocksmyworld]

She's very pretty, yes. But she's very rude towards David. Very impolite. And no, regardless of "they're friends, they're just joking around." Constantly interrupting the other and making fun of them isn't nice. Period.

[@EvelynIrwin]

I loved when in one episode Jerry said ‘I was one away from all boys’ and then in another episode Theresa said ‘I was two away from all girls’ 😂

[@zp5016]

Jennifer really is Harper, so cheery in disposition but then joyfully telling you about gruesome hospital stories! I love it 😂

[@whoknows6403]

Tell me why this reminded me of Cat from Victorious lol

[@annejia5382]

David as Jerry did the "Ah Alex" a lot that Justin had lots of episodes imitating that 😂

[@PokhrajRoy.]

They’re both so affable. This podcast feels like a Safe Space.

[@zakeden1353]

I agree completely - I was just a little too old when WOWP came out to be into it, but I gave this podcast a try because I love hearing how shows/movies are made and behind the scenes stories, and their personalities keep me coming back week to week, not even really knowing the show very well.

[@MasutaMJ]

​@@zakeden1353 I was 17 in 2007 and that didn't stop me from watching every week

[@tinyybiceps]

@@MasutaMJ Lol! I was 6 and it didnt stop my parents from joining me for every episode lol

[@rileylovetedesco1169]

Harper and Alex’s dance defined a generation 😭💕

[@statesofgracie]

I know one of the reasons I remember the funky hat song so much is because Disney had a promo for the show they’d play all the time during the first season that used the song in it (multiple times)

[@sakunaruful]

I remember that as well.

[@peightonsmith4224]

That’s probably why we thought it was used so much in the show 😂

[@xoInfiniteStripesxo]

Omg yes 😂 I remember at one point getting annoyed with it lol

[@sarahpotter9825]

Yes!

[@EdwardSanchezProductions]

What's that? A hat? Crazy, funky, junky hat Overslept, hair unsightly Trying to look like Keira Knightley We've been there, we've done that We see right through your funky hat

[@andeeharry]

oh thanks....you goto me singing that now

[@dyzzee7861]

My sister always said "child look like Keira Knightley" 🤣

[@elisaolson1289]

Classic!

[@b_r_a_n]

@@dyzzee7861 HAHAHA

[@notsosecret1237]

I’ve rolled my eyes at a lot of new podcasts lately, it seems like EVERYONE wants to start one. But from the first episode, y’all have captured my attention and it’s been such a delight listening to your banter!!! Now I’m looking forward to these every week 🥰 👏🏻 great job!!!

[@WizardsPod]

Thank you so much for watching with us! 💜

[@peightonsmith4224]

I just want to say that I love hearing behind the scenes or how things work! Don’t stop lol and the “mmmm Disney” cracks me UPPP 😂😂😂

[@Dreamations1223]

As someone who did theatre for years growing up and then ended up with a career in Public Health. I absolutely love hearing the switch between actor talk and hospital talk 😂😂😂

[@CorySimpsonArt]

I love how they act as though we haven’t seen the episodes in a while like they have. Meanwhile I watch the entire series at least like twice a year 😂

[@angelvirgoplays]

Literally same lol

[@abeshbhandari6846]

Lol same, it’s my comfort show. I still always crack up at the jokes as if I just heard them. Lol

[@handsomemahlambi]

Imagine a series where Harper is mother to young wizards bc she married Jeremy from science, sorry Zeke, who turned out to be a wizard the entire time It would be cool bc we get to meet new characters while having the old ones come and give advice or help with a situation Imagine Alex as an aunt with no children but loves her best friend’s children as if they were her own, and still gets up to no good with them when she’s in town or Justin coming into town and Jeremy being jealous in a comedic way bc Harper once had a crush on him a long time ago, he comes at a time where the oldest child, a girl, is falling in love and while teaching discipline she gets crushed when her first nearly boyfriend has to move away and he gives her advice bc he’s been through a lot in love An episode where Theresa and Jerry visit and we see the parallel between them and Harper & Jeremy, and they give them advice on how to make it work as a half wizard family Max, being the sub shop owner, is a reoccurring character who is a near and dear uncle to the kids, they listen to and respect him Zeke could come back in an episode about another life where Harper married him and had normal children, but she realises the magic is missing both literally and figuratively In the show, Harper’s eldest kid who takes after Alex is reading Harper’s books based on the Russos as a guide to navigate her own life, and doesn’t get it quite right when mimicking her aunty’s actions, but with the help of her family and the Russos, she starts figuring stuff out This would be on Disney+ since Disney Channel doesn’t get views like it used to

[@sushigirl648]

I love that you rest your entire version of the sequel on what was a little gag joke throughout the season. Hell yea to Jeremy from science!

[@BlackSunshine]

I want Jen to be my ER nurse if I get sick. I just automatically trust her 😂 great episode as always you guys!

[@WizardsPod]

So do we! 🤣

[@saraobrien2725]

This podcast launch has been soo smooth! Sometimes new podcasts take a little while to get on their feet, but it feels like they’ve been doing this for years!

[@WizardsPod]

Thank you for this feedback and tuning in! 🫶

[@paranormalsoulz]

To me that doorway to the right was the parents bedroom. All the kids had bedrooms upstairs but the master bedroom was on the first floor, away from all the kids making noise when they played during the day when they were young.

[@ae9156]

Same! Except I thought it was a hallway that led to a bathroom and then the parents bedroom.

[@sariahrahman968]

I always thought it was the basement since it is the only door unaccounted for on that floor. Also after they leave the wizard apartment, Harper run down the spiral stairs to go to the basement. I also thought that it was connected to the stair next to the kitchen

[@sophiescott999]

My favorite thing that David Deluise did in the show was when he acted like Alex and put his hand on his hip, and acted like Alex 😂

[@ChaosBrink]

I just wanna say that I really appreciate when you two elaborate on the business side of things! Explaining the terminology, talking about the behind the scenes-all of it! It’s fascinating to learn about and it helps us all follow along :)

[@breezemansker3366]

David is that silly uncle we all have/wish we had💙🤣

[@katiedrake2365]

i love hearing jennifer talk about medical stuff. I'm an x-ray tech, and I have the same weird love of it too

[@Equipy]

There’s an episode where Max gets sent to his room and goes through that side door, BUT there’s another episode where there’s green stuff on the ceiling and Jerry says he thinks is something coming down from Max’s room to which Max says “that’s definitely from my room” but before that point (season 2) his room/bathrooms were acknowledged to be in that side hallway by the kitchen.

[@morgankennedy3808]

“mmmmm Disney” has become my favorite part of these episodes LOL !! ❤😂

[@iamlia3069]

I think reason why people remember some things more than others is because Disney replayed those episodes a lot. So we remember them and think they happened all the time but it was just replays

[@annejia5382]

True speciappy in Disney Asia

[@SuperT]

I thought so many Season 4 episodes were in season 3 because of how many episodes were in it lol

[@angelicabasque1749]

Slowly catching up on this series. It's interesting hearing David talk about his childhood and young adult years. It seems like Dom raised his kids to be humble and hardworking, which is nice.

[@edobson23]

Imagine you wake up in the hospital and the first thing you see is harper finkle lol Concussed, high on meds, I'd think I'd lost my mind

[@youngxxiii]

i got so excited when Jennifer did the “what’s that? a hat” song 😭

[@MurphyMosby]

It was mashed potatoes??? Nooooo, my life is a lie 😂 You don't know how badly I've always wanted to eat that frozen yogurt ... not anymore hahah

[@jenniferfisher1721]

Okay I love Jennifer’s outfit today! It’s giving me Titanic vibes and she could totally be Rose if it was made today.

[@poochiiieeebuilds]

Why have I had DeLuise's voice stuck in my head all week saying " mmmmmm Disney 👹😤🤬"

[@alyssajulia_]

I so badly wanted that yogurt 🍦 to find out that it’s colorful mashed potatoes after all these years 😂

[@christianparrish3292]

Dang

[@garbo9951]

Jenn I love that you chose to be a nurse. 🙏🏻 such different perspectives of life.

[@ArrianneMaria]

david is adorable - genuinely feels like he feels a genuine pride of all the kids on this programme. and enjoyed having 4 extra kids (the three russo kids and harper) hes adorable, with his glasses, and the wand :) loving this, hopefully all the main stars get a guest appearance on this, like selena did. - hope she gets to do an in person episode :)

[@ChristinaLpz]

I absolutely love this podcast !!! Wizard was literally my fav. Show. I’m 32 now and I’m rewatching it with my two little boys and they love it ! It warms up my heart !!

[@WizardsPod]

Thanks for supporting us! 🥹

[@ChristinaLpz]

@@WizardsPod always will!!! You guys are amazing ! I loved you guys on the show and even more now !!!🥰🥰🥰

[@annejia5382]

David's "Jen, how are you Jen?" reminds me of early morning chill and cozy radio djs 💛

[@nadiadansani2139]

Wow, that’s crazy that David was born at the hospital Jen works at

[@QueenieOkay]

Part of me ((although so much work and dedication goes into the pod already so I’m not trying to sound annoying)) wants visuals? Like, tiny clips or photos so we can also go “OH yeah! That moment!”

[@thesugarfatman]

I started watching the series on the official Disney channel KZbin page after listening to these two talk about the show and it's so so cool to hear them talk about the episode I've just seen for the first time through the lens of time.

[@joeg1021]

I'd love to be friends with David and Jennifer. They're really funny, wise, and give good advice. Always can't wait for the next podcast! I listen to you guys while I'm at work and it gets me through the day. (Forgot to mention Jennifer when I commented so I went back to edit it.)

[@blueXwren]

Just binged all of the episodes available here and I adore their dynamic so much. Wizards has always been one of my favourite shows since I was little. I rewatched all the series and films last year. The podcast flies by because it's so natural and interesting to hear about all the behind the scenes stuff.

[@koconut12]

Id love to see Maria on the pod and talk more about what it was like having mixed family representation and Latinx respresenation on mainstream Disney!!! The episode with Alex and the Lampido v lámpara is ICONIC and i remember it as an adult.

[@blueXwren]

'Mmm... Disneey' is the new catchphrase aha. Can't have an episode without it now.

[@simplyxmadi]

Can we have an episode with Hayley Kioko and Selena at the same time maybe you three can talk about the episodes Stevie was in! So many people would love that. Or just have Hayley on whenever

[@schwiftynat]

i can’t believe the crazy hat song was in only one episode?? like yeah , now that we’re older we think “i thought it was in more!” but even when i was young i remember learning it w my friends cause i SWEAR it was in at least like 10 episodes and was super known wtf

[@queerengineer]

It was in EVERY commercial for like several months, I think that’s why

[@breezemansker3366]

*Screaming with excitement because I'm newly addicted to this podcast* 🤣💙

[@treymcgee8464]

The hallway that David can’t remember where it went- Riley goes down the hallway at some point and Jerry mentioned having bookshelves over there and that’s the only mention of that part of the house in the series. I always imagined it to be a master bedroom. It should also back up to the terrace on the camera-left side Edit: not the only time it’s mentioned. There is also an implied bathroom, likely the parents’ en-suite

[@newtonj1460]

I just binged watch the series. A couple of episodes imply that there is a bathroom down there.

[@xoInfiniteStripesxo]

@@newtonj1460 I always thought it was a hallway that lead to stairs that would go to the garage/harpers bedroom

[@marinasilva1228]

Harpers bedroom was the basement not the garage

[@ragnarmorkai]

I’m really enjoying these episodes. As someone who sits between Jennifer and David’s ages, “Wizards” was something I was aware of but never watched but am watching it now after these. I actually enjoy what appears to be a very loose structure as instead of doing 45 minutes purely on the episode, they go off on so many tangents on random subjects, their lives and the business you can really see their great personalities and the real friendship that’s there.

[@MurphyMosby]

There are a total of 106 episodes of WOWP which means 106 weeks which is about 2 years! What I'm saying is that this podcast will be my favorite thing to do each Tuesday for the next two years... that's crazy!

[@Athena25252]

Omg plus the movie! 207! I hope they continue. This has quickly become a fave.

[@Wavy_Luci]

Yess because same now i got something to enjoy and look forward to on Tuesday 🥹 kinda like back in the day when they would air the episodes ❤️

[@Saeshmea]

I am rewatching the show because of this podcast because this is brilliant. Like someone says above, it feels like a safe space, just a conversation among friends. I love it.

[@tngjsl99]

listening to the podcasts while working just make my life better

[@three7446]

David has such an infectious personality and is so peppy and friendly I wish I knew him in real life

[@thatvalensteingirl]

"Yes, I know Johnny Depp," 😊 So humble, lol David and Jenifer both have such great personalities, like people you'd bump into on a train, talk for five minutes, and walk away feeling like you'd just made a best friend.

[@rileylovetedesco1169]

That would be so cool to have bailee Madison on now since she was so young on the show 😭 it would be cool to hear her perspective of the show

[@ThatGirlShelbyy]

I could swear the funky hat song was more than one episode! That’s wild 😂 adhd definitely could be affecting my memory, or just because I’ve re-watched episodes so many times over the years

[@sushigirl648]

@13:14 I’m a full fledged adult now but it’s crazy how I have such a strong childhood memory to the crazy hat song. I would do it with the other girls at camp and spent play dates perfecting it with my friends. A beautiful memory unlocked. Wizards is so strongly connected to my childhood.

[@mushroomlena]

The dynamic in these episodes is so great. And I love all the behind the scenes info David has, getting into the nitty gritty of acting and the industry. Also I don’t know why I didn’t register that Jennifer is a nurse now from previous episodes, but that is INCREDIBLE! They’re a delight.

[@lcarsng]

Not gonna lie, I've started rewatching these with you. Also, you two have the best personalities it's adorbs.

[@devaw5599]

29:54 from my experience watching the show SO oftenly, i think that door leads to the basement where we can see it in later season.. it hasn't been shown yet in season 1

[@cyleighjewel5953]

This really is just two old best friends enjoying each other’s company and memories together, such a beautiful thing!!❤️I also would love to see her makeup routine, she looks stunning and so youthful!!

[@superJANIECEpowers]

Why do I feel like the conversation gets cut short, you guys need to keep talking for like another hour 🥺🥺🥺🥺🧡

[@AliaEvera]

I wish the episodes were much longer, I love this podcast so much

[@kylissasimmons342]

Yes this is something I can watch the full thing of and still want more 😂. I just love hearing their stories and behind the scenes

[@countrygamer9402]

David’s laugh at 32:54 always gets me 😂😂

[@tawnyew]

David talking about his first car he had stars in his eyes you could tell it brought him back

[@itsjustmeandmycats]

Rewatching the show with y’all is so nice 🥹💚✨

[@violetwendling6663]

We are definetly rewatching with you guys

[@leahwilton785]

I'm a professional dancer. 100% agree with the short term/long term memory thing. In school, our teachers used to get on us about this bc they could show us an exercise once or twice and we'd all know it. Come back tomorrow, no one had any idea what the exercise was

[@peightonsmith4224]

I love that they are doing this podcast! This is literally such a dream come true because WOWP was my FAVORITE tv show growing up and I even started watching it again when Disney + came out! I absolutely love hearing all the deets and what they thought about certain things!

[@madelinemarie4140]

I never knew how much I needed this as an adult who grew up watching W.O.W.P

[@DesignerTaivy]

I LOVE THIS PODCAST! I have been re-watching the eps right along side of you! Wizards was a HUGE part of my late childhood/tweens :) I'm 27 now, and it's so cool to have a BTS look at what the business was/is like, and how each ep came together. I LOVE WHEN DAVID BREAKS DOWN THE PRODUCTION/FILMING PROCESS, LINGO, AND TIPS. I love the moments when Jen and David dive into their personal lives, choices, and just anything anecdotal. It makes everything feel personal and open. I am so glad other childhood stars and actors from childhood shows on disney + nick are making these pods to get REAL about what it is like. It makes me recall wishing I could have been on disney as a kids. It always looked so fun!

[@voodooguyyinc.2775]

Because of this podcast, I am currently on S04 of WoW., It was a show of my childhood and seeing "Harper" and "Jerry" do a podcast together and having the chemistry they do is so great!

[@abriannacarreno6562]

The hat song episode is what made me and my cousin fall in love with the show. Like this was truly our thing we would do together😂❤

[@_joslynjohnson]

I am rewatching with you guys, only problem is; I already finished the series and 2 movies 😭

[@JennyThePlatypus]

So THAT’S why Max turned into Maxine!! Jake was doing a movie!! I have been wondering about that for SO LONG!!!

[@ClarissaJ30]

In the living room set, I always got the impression that the upstairs spiral staircase in the apartment went to Alex's room and the parents room. That other side exit that you guys were wondering about, usually according to plot went to Max & Justin's room. If you noticed they usually entered and exited from that direction.

[@BelenPeralta1]

I’ve binge watched all the podcast episodes today but I’m gonna rewatch the show because I miss this show so much. I’m 23 so I grew up with WoWP and it was honestly of my fave shows of all time

[@toriwilliams8548]

I seriously cry every single episode. You all are so respectful and caring of each other.. it’s unlike anything I imagined the behind the scenes could be.

[@noahh688]

One thing from wizards that's stuck with me the most is Jerry carrying the giant sandwich during the silent film sequence. As a kid, I had never seen a silent film, so that moment became my main touchstone until I took a film class years later

[@mrbeanieboy2752]

Screw anyone who ever said anything bad about Harper / Jennifer. Those of us who grew up as the ‘Harper’s absolutely adored you growing up. I remember making all kinds of weird crafty clothes like a card shirt- made out of playing cards. (I was like 12 😅) you made a good impact

[@zp5016]

The funky hat dance is one of my things I STILL quote to do to this day 😂 I think the amount of times they do it in the episode and the reruns! That episode was on so much when the show was running

[@mizzlauraaa143]

David said he never got a hero episode but he did!!! The one when he turned into a bug lol

[@eveninfolks6843]

I literally only watch this for Deluise - I didn’t realize how naturally funny and entertaining he is!

[@ThisGirlOnFiree]

I just rewatched the flying carpet episode recently, and I think Justin's room is behind that exit. Alex and Max always go upstairs to their rooms, but Justin kept bringing stuff that way to make his "manly" room

[@xoInfiniteStripesxo]

Good theory!

[@xoInfiniteStripesxo]

I think he also came out of that door more than most characters

[@BrandonCroker]

Never fails to be fascinating or entertainingly magical.

[@kellsbells4618]

I always pictured that door as a bedroom too. But I pictured it being the parents’ bedroom and the kids’ bedrooms were upstairs.

[@parislajoie2950]

coming from someone who has never stopped watching the show, even during the lull period. i would look up specific episodes on youtube and try to watch whatever videos i could find. you guys are so absolutely amazing and in my opinion, your comedic timing was impeccable. this show was and will always be my childhood and will forever be my favourite show. thank you so so much for doing a podcast as well because my inner child is ecstatic. you are both just great actors and seeing you guys doubt yourselves sometimes makes me sad because watching it as a kid and adult, i think you guys made the show what it is. without you guys it definitely wouldn’t be the same:)

[@forestrose4515]

That episode was iconic for us back then I have vivid memories of lunch time in elementary school we would just sing that song thru it all

[@cristenelizabeth3424]

I live for David’s “DISNEYYY” 💀🤣🤣

[@yuugael4010]

You guys should also do per episode commentary like what its like every episode or how this scene suppose to be because its really cool to hear your guys opinion and your enthusiasm even after the shows end

[@rebayerdon5748]

This podcast makes my childhood and adult self feel so satisfied and genuinely so fucking happy ❤❤❤❤❤

[@jennaclectic.]

I think the confusion with the crazy hat comes from Disney playing the episode a LOT haha because I also thought it was a thing throughout the show, and I just finished a full rewatch and never saw it after this episode 😅😅

[@Stephanie_S_777]

I LOVE the DelLuise family! Absolutely ADORED Dom DeLuise and had SUCH crushes on David and Peter. This is such an awesome podcast!!!✌️THANKS JEN FOR YOUR SERVICE! My mom os a retired RN. YOU ROCK!!!✌️❤️

[@hannab828]

if i’m remembering correctly, disney channel pushed the shit out of that Funky Hat song 😂 it was always used as the promo!

[@KDV98]

I know you guys think it's boring but I actually love it when you discuss and explain things about the industry. Remember that for us normal people the terms and the experiences are foreigner, so explain it is like including us on the joke, and that way we can get what you actually mean. I really like it c:

[@zp5016]

I legitimately started rewatching because of this podcast, I just finished all of the wizards media yesterday and I started it again today 😅

[@jeanlopez5991]

Theres a lot of episodes u can see their feet at the top of the stairs just waiting for the scene… and i love it

[@peterjoseph-limitlesslifes4606]

I’m loving this, Jen and David. Not just the nostalgia for a show I enjoyed, but hearing your commentary about it and getting to know more about you as people. Looking forward to more!

[@yuka4897]

god i fucking love you guys this warms my heart so much :') also there's something so nice about hearing you guys swear so casually, like we all kinda grew up together :') thank u for this podcast truly it brings me so much happiness

[@brooklynelizabeth1370]

I always pictured that door being the bathroom, in the runway episode that’s where the models ran when they were sick and it implied they were, well, ya know…

[@OhGodACactus]

This series is so cool to watch/listen too. You guys are a blast together. Lol Thank you for doing this a giving us an inside look at the acting world and all the wizard secrets. So excited for the future!

[@snclr4235]

this show was so iconic. I used to watch with my Grandma she LOVED Harpers character