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Get ready to travel back to Waverly Place with hosts Jennifer Stone ("Harper Finkle") and David DeLuise ("Jerry Russo") as they rewatch the beloved Disney Channel series for the first time in years. Wizards of Waverly Pod includes never heard before behind-the-scenes moments, features interviews with the show's cast and crew, including Selena Gomez ("Alex Russo"), Josh Sussman ("Hugh Normous"), Peter Murrieta (Series Showrunner), and so many more. Jennifer and David also explore the show's impact on pop culture and their personal lives. Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering "Wizards of Waverly Place" for the first time, this podcast is the perfect way to dive deeper into the world of the show and the significant cultural impact it made. And remember...everything is not what it seems!

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This week on WizPod, Jen and David are joined by the iconic Ezra Weisz as they recap "Justin's New Girlfriend". Ezra explains why this episode was so special to him and the cast, and how the team was able to pull off the Charlie Chaplin energy. The crew talks about why Wizards is one of the greatest shows of all time, and reveal what the original names of Justin and Alex were. David points out some secret cameos, while Ezra points out the glamification of Selena Gomez this episode. 

Why does Ezra not believe Theresa works in the sub shop? How did the 'Annoying Orange' find its way in the Wizard world? And why was Selena Gomez wearing so much makeup??

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“Justin’s New Girlfriend” With Ezra Weisz

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This week on the pod we recap “Don’t Rain On Justin’s Parade”, and discuss some of our fav heartbreaking and hilarious moments. David reveals the origin of Selena Gomez’s love for pickles, and Jen shares her favorite Max line in the entire show. David and Jen talk about how sad the Harper being bullied scene made them, with Jen explaining what Harper would ~really~ be like if she went to regular high school. Jen and David also share the negativity associated with being a method actor, as well as why it’s so dang hard to remember all the guest stars from episodes many many moons ago. 

Are witches and wizards the same thing? Which actor in this episode did David have a hard time believing? And who breaks the fourth wall in this episode??

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Don't Rain On Justin's Parade

Join us in this inspiring episode as we sit down with Amber Frank, known for her role in The Haunted Hathaways on Nickelodeon. Amber opens up about her journey as a young actor, starting from her childhood in Florida to facing numerous rejections in the competitive world of acting. She reveals her complicated audition process for The Haunted Hathaways and how she was nearly cast for The Thundermans. David, Jen, and Amber also discuss how being teachers at AGB Studios, where they help young actors achieve their dreams, has healed their inner child. 

Why was Amber almost not cast in The Haunted Hathaways? Why did people make fun of Amber during her preteen years? And what joke did a Nickelodeon star say to Amber that hurt her feelings??

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Amber Frank’s Challenges With Rejection Before Her Breakthrough Role On “The Haunted Hathaways”

This week we are joined by writers and producers Gigi and Perry as we dive into the behind-the-scenes magic of the fan favorite episode “Family Game Night”! Gigi and Perry reveal why the shift from family centered plots to crazier mayhem plots occurred during season 4, and how they found ways around certain parameters. They also share their experience in the casting room, with Jen revealing the actress who almost played Alex Russo. David asks how the writers came up with all the spells, and what Theresa’s job before the sub station was. Gigi and Perry also share if they write kid shows and adult shows differently.

Why couldn’t the writers use the actual game of charades in the episode? What trick do producers do in casting to make sure their favored actor gets chosen?? And who was the famous actress that was nearly Alex Russo???

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How A "13 Going on 30" Star Was Almost Alex Russo

This week on the pod we are recapping the iconic episode “Hugh’s Not Normous”! Jen and David reveal the movie magic behind the special effects of the episode, specifically how they made Alex and Hugh shrink and grow inside her bedroom. They also discover a plot hole where Jerry’s dad is given two names in two different episodes. Jen then shares her “Harper scream moment” at Universal Studio’s Halloween Horror Night, and David talks about how the key to playing younger roles. 

WHy does Jen think we should all be more like Max Russo? Was there a Wizards of Waverly Place softball team? And whose mom was in the sequel to Annie the musical? 

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Hugh's Not Normous

This week on WizPod we welcome our guest Maxwell Acee Donovan! You may recognize Maxwell from his work on Netflix’s “That 90’s Show” or Disney’s “Gabby Duran and the Unsittables”. Maxwell shares with us his journey into acting, specifically how he landed his role on “That 90’s Show” and how he almost didn’t get it. He also reveals what it was like to work with David on the set of “That 90’s Show” after growing up watching him on Wizards, and how he and David bonded on set. Maxwell also shares his favorite Wizards episode and asks the questions all fans have been wondering… 

Why wasn’t Jen in the Wizards movie more? WHo is Maxwell’s favorite OG “That 70’s Show” cast member to work with? And what Wizards merch does Maxwell own that even the cast of Wizards doesn’t own? 

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How “That 90’s Show” Star Maxwell Acee Donovan Nearly Lost His Iconic Role

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This week on the pod we are recapping “Alex Does Good” featuring actress and comedian Jo Anne Worly! Jen and David dish about dating in LA and David reveals how his first ever date went. Jen and David discuss how silly the happy helpers club in this episode is, and relate it to their real life experiences in situations like this club. Jen and David also talk about how weird Max’s chaperoned date is, specifically how Justin flirts with Max’s date! 

How does Jen view Harper as a person? Which clubs were Jen and David in when they were in school? And which super famous director did David’s brother do high school theatre with?

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Alex Does Good

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This week on the most magical podcast in the universe, we recap “Future Harper” and get the lowdown on how Jen felt when she heard this episode was all about her. David and Jen discuss the ethics of future Harper exposing her and Alex’s magic stories, and theorize who the most powerful wizard is that aided future Harper. David also reveals how the famous actor ROb Reiner ended up in the outro video of this episode. 

Why was Disney mad at the writers in this episode? Which aspect of David and Jen’s life would they want to fictionalize? And which props did Jen and David steal that are used in this episode??

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Future Harper

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This week on Wizards we are joined by Wizards Hair Stylist Roxie Sarver! The hair and makeup room always has the best stories, and Roxie truly delivers with her behind the scenes secrets! She shares how Jen and Selena kept trying to change up their hair, even though it went against Disney rules, and why she was skeptical of working for Disney initially. She also reminisces about her favorite hair styles she created on the show, and shares some never before seen photos with us you can find on our instagram throughout this week. She also exposes one of the wildest conversations she had on the Wizards set…

Why did Selena get extensions during the show? Which A-List actor requests Roxie to style his hair? And who is the biggest butthead Roxie has worked with??

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How The Wizards Of Waverly Place Hair Stylist Broke Disney Rules

This week on WizPod we are recapping “Art Teacher” and trying to figure out where all the paper towels in the studio went… David breaks Jen by doing a hilarious bit, and Jen reveals that before Wizards she could not get a Disney audition for the longest time. David shares some fun facts about the new Wizards show, as well as some behind the scenes secrets on what Disney does with all the costumes and sets of your favorite shows once they are finished. David and Jen also discuss what it was like working with Misty May Treaner and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. 

Why can’t Jen wear patterns? Why wasn’t anyone allowed to refer to Dwayne Johnson as “The Rock”? And which Wizards character reminds David of his wife? 

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Art Teacher

Welcome back to part two of 'Saving Wiz Tech’! This week Jen and David discuss their favorite directing choices of the episode. They talk about the logistics of vampire teeth causing everyone to speak with lisps and share their thoughts on the creepiness of Dean in jello. They also share their favorite moments from this episode, involving characters like Max and Professor Crumbs! 

Is Jen related to a famous country star? Which part of the episode would David have changed?? And why couldn’t the actors say ‘jello’ on the show???

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Saving Wiz Tech Part 2

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