Beyond the OC (Welcome to the OC)

Melinda Clarke
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Beyond the OC (Welcome to the OC)

This spinoff podcast is your ultimate fan destination! "Beyond The OC" isn't just about rehashing the past; it's about celebrating it in new ways! My co-host, and daughter, CG and I will not only be reminiscing about the show, but we're also inviting YOU to join us in shaping the content. Ever felt like a scene or moment deserved more attention? We're here to explore those hidden gems suggested by fans like you. It's a community-driven journey into the heart of the series! To start we are going to count down your favorite top 50 eps and along the way we will be bringing back some of your favorite OC stars and others to find out what they have been up to Beyond the OC. Please go to the link, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qVyZ6NukRxCPqrPpmnVN8LJTJUr6CSkF51ayjOGkgGA/edit or email us at beyondtheoc@gmail.com and vote for your favorite episodes!

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    #37 S4Ep6 The Summer Bummer with Lovell Holder!

    Welcome to #37 in our countdown The Summer Bummer S4Ep6! Today, joining us is a true OC fan and a new friend of mine. Lovell Holder is an award winning Film producer, writer, actor and director. He produced the feature films Peak Season, Midday Black Midnight Blue, The End of Us, Working Man, Some Freaks, and Loserville (which he also directed). He recently completed production on the feature film adaptation of the play Lavender Men, which he directed, co-wrote, and produced. His debut novel, The Book of Luke, will be published by Grand Central Publishing in hardcover and audiobook in Fall 2025. He is a graduate of Princeton University and has a masters of fine art from Brown University and loves Julie Cooper which makes him the perfect person to discuss The Summer Bummer! Welcome Lovell! @lovell.holder Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Rhone - head to https://www.rhone.com/OC and use promo code OC to save 20% off your entire order Navage - visit https://navage.com/beyond and use code BEYOND to order The Navage Starter Pack Acorns - visit https://www.acorns.com/OC or download The Acorns App Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 23m

  2. 19 SEPT

    #38 Casting Director Patrick Rush S3Ep4 The Last Waltz

    It's #38 in our countdown, S3 EP4 The Last Waltz, and my face hurts from smiling and laughing because our returning and fan-fave special guest is our beloved casting director and friend Patrick Rush. In addition to casting The OC, Patrick cast, Everwood, Supernatural, Dawson’s Creek, Chuck, Runaways and so many more! If you haven’t heard, I suggest you listen to Patrick’s 2 other appearances on Welcome To The OC Bitches; The Model Home S1EP2 and The Way We Were S2EP2. You never know what will come out of his mouth! He’s hilarious and so entertaining. Welcome back Patrick! Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Rhone - head to https://www.rhone.com/OC and use promo code OC to save 20% off your entire order Blissy - visit https://www.blissy.com/ocpod to get 30% off Navage - visit https://navage.com/beyond and use code BEYOND to order The Navage Starter Pack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 18m

  3. 5 SEPT

    Amanda Righetti-A Beyond The OC Interview

    "Today, CG and Melinda excited to welcome Amanda Righetti, for a Beyond The OC interview. Our talented friend got her start as Kiki’s lil trouble making sis, Hailey Nichol, and went on to shows like The Mentalist, Reunion, Colony. She’s also made her mark in films like Friday the 13th and Far Heaven. Her new movie Reagan is in theaters now. She plays Ronald Reagan’s mother, Nelle. Join us as we dive into her journey, the lessons she's learned, and the stories behind some of her most memorable roles. And what we think Hailey would have done on The OC if she hadnt gone off to Japan-Or was it The North Shore? Please welcome Amanda Righetti!" Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Rhone - head to https://www.rhone.com/OC and use promo code OC to save 20% off your entire order Navage - visit https://navage.com/beyond and use code BEYOND to order The Navage Starter Pack HelloFresh - visit https://www.hellofresh.com/beyondkids to get free kid's meals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 14m

  4. 22 AUG

    #39 The Gamble-With Tate Donovan!

    The episode kicks off with Sandy visiting Ryan in juvie again—déjà vu from the pilot. The arson charges have been dropped but Ryan is stayin due to that whole “stole a car” thing. Cranky, grounded Seth tries to sneak off to visit him, dragging Kirsten along since she can't endure The Real Newpsies Of Newport gals planning Casino Night anymore. In juvie, Ryan defends Kirsten from a “flirty” inmate so back home, Sandy finds Ryan and Seth playing video games, sparking a "what are we gonna do with this kid?" moment with kirsten. Julie runs her mouth at a coffee shop, with Sandy in earshot, leading to a delightful verbal whipping and learning from Jimmy that Kirsten is footing the bills! Ryan’s mom, Dawn, makes a dramatic entrance, claiming she's cleaned up, but Ryan is skeptical. The Vegas Night is a whirlwind: Dawn turns into a spectacle as a drunk blackjack whiz, Julie won’t shut up about the $100K, Marissa pines for Luke and Ryan and Stanley, Sid or Seth becomes Summer’s lucky charm at the craps table. Dawn decides to leave Ryan with the Cohens, admitting Kirsten is the better mom. Ryan, with a mix of relief and sadness, watches his mom leave and embraces his new life with the Cohens. Our guest today needs no introduction! The one and only Tate Donovan! Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Blissy - visit https://www.blissy.com/ocpod to get 30% off BetterHelp - visit https://www.betterhelp.com/beyondoc to get 10% off your first month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 7m

  5. 8 AUG

    OC Rewind: 40th - The Blaze of Glory (S2E16)

    Melinda a CG are joined by super fan and actor Alessandra Fabiani for an in-depth, fun discussion about ep 2.16, The Blaze Of Glory. In this ep, Ryan and Seth channel Bon Jovi's "You Give Love a Bad Name" with their meta musings on Season 1 versus Season 2 of The O.C. Seth’s love for meddling lights up like a blaze, pushing Ryan to rekindle flames with Marissa at the Spring Pep Rally. Meanwhile, Sandy's got his own "Livin' on a Prayer" moment, teaching Kirsten golf while reminiscing about his rock star magazine hero, The Rocketeer. Antics escalate with Seth getting teary-eyed over Captain Oats, (and then understandably punched by Ryan), and jealous Alex tossing beer cans like confetti. As the bonfire burns, Alex and Marissa's love goes down in flames, leaving Seth's matchmaking streak as fiery as ever. And With Sandy's snarky quips about Julie's porno past, the episode hits all the right notes, leaving everyone "Wanted Dead or Alive" by the end. Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Rhone - head to https://www.rhone.com/OC and use promo code OC to save 20% off your entire order BetterHelp - visit https://www.betterhelp.com/beyondoc to get 10% off your first month HelloFresh - visit https://www.hellofresh.com/beyondkids to get free breakfast for life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 12m

  6. 25 JUL

    Autumn Reeser - A "Beyond The OC" Interview

    You may know her as Taylor Townsend, the manipulative and conniving antagonist who later won us over on The OC, but behind the scenes there is so much more to the actor who portrayed one of the most memorable characters in Newport Beach. In this conversation, with the beautiful and talented Autumn Reeser, we go Beyond The OC! Join Melinda and CG for an enlightening conversation with Autumn as they discuss challenges, joys and lessons learned in this journey we call life. Don't worry, we eventually talk about some of Taylor's epic OC moments too! Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Blissy - visit https://www.blissy.com/ocpod to get 30% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 22m

  7. 11 JUL

    OC Rewind: 41st - The Way We Were (S2E02)

    Seth: We could not go, Ryan: Can't not go, Seth: We can so not go! Seth: oh my god, Summer: oh my god, Ryan: oh my god , Marissa: (happy) oh my god! (runs to them) Ryan!- Just a few of some of the most memorable quotes from The Way We Were! #41 in our countdown. The boys are back from Chino and Portland but can they ever go back to "The Way We Were"? Was the way they were good or actually not so good? Join us for the discussion! Plus we meet a great fan guest making a difference with her underwater wildlife photography, Andrea Kozlovic, https://www.instagram.com/makingwavesphoto?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA== Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Rhone - head to https://www.rhone.com/OC and use promo code OC to save 20% off your entire order BetterHelp - visit https://www.betterhelp.com/beyondoc to get 10% off your first month Acorns - visit https://www.acorns.com/OC or download The Acorns App Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 10m

  8. 27 JUN

    OC Rewind: 42nd - The Perfect Storm (S3E05)

    Ahoy, mateys! Picture this: young Ryan Atwood, stuck in the posh port of Newport Beach, ready to swap schoolbooks for a sailor's life, thanks to that scallywag Dean Hess branding him a brute. Meanwhile, Kirsten’s whipping up a breakfast so fancy it’d make Blackbeard blush, but the lads abandon it faster than a pirate fleeing a bath. Summer, crafty as a sea fox, plots against Taylor and Hess, turning their secret tryst into a shipwreck. Enter Captain Sandy, with a plan sharper than a parrot's beak, forcing Hess to walk the academic plank and saving Ryan’s future. Just as Ryan's about to hoist anchor, he realizes his true treasure isn’t gold or jewels but Marissa. So, he stays anchored in Newport, proving even pirates can find love on dry land. Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This spinoff podcast is your ultimate fan destination! "Beyond The OC" isn't just about rehashing the past; it's about celebrating it in new ways! My co-host, and daughter, CG and I will not only be reminiscing about the show, but we're also inviting YOU to join us in shaping the content. Ever felt like a scene or moment deserved more attention? We're here to explore those hidden gems suggested by fans like you. It's a community-driven journey into the heart of the series! To start we are going to count down your favorite top 50 eps and along the way we will be bringing back some of your favorite OC stars and others to find out what they have been up to Beyond the OC. Please go to the link, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qVyZ6NukRxCPqrPpmnVN8LJTJUr6CSkF51ayjOGkgGA/edit or email us at beyondtheoc@gmail.com and vote for your favorite episodes!

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