Kadeem Hardison and Darryl M. Bell launch ‘A Different World’ rewatch podcast amid reboot success

The “A Different World View” podcast, announced by iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God’s Black Effect Podcast Network, is due on Oct. 15, 2026.

The ‘A Different World’ universe continues to expand with the announcement of a new podcast.

Revealed by iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God’s Black Effect Podcast Network, the ‘A Different World View’ rewatch podcast, hosted by Kadeem Hardison and Darryl M. Bell, is set to premiere on Oct. 15. New episodes will be released on Thursdays on the iHeartRadio app as well as on all platforms where podcasts are streamed.

As described in a press release, the weekly show will reunite the men who starred in the original series as Dwayne Wayne and Ron Johnson. Both men have reprised their roles in the 2026 reboot of ‘A Different World’, which was renewed for a second season after a successful debut last month. The podcast will bring their nearly 40-year friendship and signature chemistry to conversations spanning entertainment, pop culture, sports, and whatever else has their attention before heading back to Hillman.

As described, they’ll rewatch “A Different World” episode by episode, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, unpacking why the groundbreaking series continues to resonate nearly four decades later, and welcoming familiar faces from the show along the way.

Additionally, the duo will highlight the new Netflix sequel series, with conversations featuring members of both the original and new casts. Debbie Allen has been named the first special guest.

“I am beyond excited to finally launch the ‘A Different World View with Darryl and Kadeem’ podcast,” shared Bell. “Kadeem and I have only wanted to do this for over 25 years, and the time is now! I also could not be happier or think of better partners than Charlamagne Tha God, his team at The Black Effect and iHeartMedia.”

“I’ve been talking to this guy for 40 years,” added Hardison. “I’m so glad you all get to see what I’ve been dealing with. ‘A Different World View’ coming shortly!”

Listen to a preview below.