Melinda 'Mindy' Clarke on Apple Podcasts

Beyond the OC (Welcome to the OC)

Beyond the OC (Welcome to the OC)

Melinda Clarke

06/21/2022

The Aftermath with Kristine Froseth

Actress and super-fan of The O.C, Kristine Froseth joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the clubhouse to discuss, Season 3 Episode 1, “The Aftermath.” Kristine speaks about her love of The O.C and how she and her sister, Benedikte have binged the series many times and that is Froseth's holiday tradition to watch all the Chrismukkah episodes. Rachel talks about filming the scene on the sailboat and Melinda talks about her love for Jimmy Cooper aka Tate Donovan. Jimmy and Julie spin-off anyone? Later, Benedikte joins Kristine for some trivia questions that are all about The O.C. The Aftermath synopsis: Ryan and Marissa deal with the aftermath of Trey’s shooting, who is now in a coma, and the District Attorney is pressuring them to get the full story. Meanwhile, Julie does whatever it takes to make sure Marissa does not go to jail and wants to know what the status is of Caleb’s will. And Kristen is still in rehab and meets a friend, Charlotte. Leave the OC, Bitches a message: https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches Right now is the perfect time to try out Peloton. The Peloton Bike+ is now $500 less, it's the best price yet! Including FREE delivery and setup. And there are more game-changing prices available on the original Peloton Bike and Peloton Tread. Visit https://www.onepeloton.com to learn more. Hiya children’s vitamins fill in the most common gaps in modern children’s diets to provide the full-body nourishment our kids need with a yummy taste they love. Go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/theoc to receive 50% off your first order. Rackuten is an online shopping platform that rewards you for shopping. Receive cash back when you shop at thousands of merchants across almost every category. Start all your shopping trips at https://www.rakuten.com or get the Rakuten app to start saving today. Ready to find the right credit card for you? Head to https://www.creditkarma.com or download the Credit Karma app to find the card for you and show you the offers that are tailored to your financial situation. Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke, and @kristine_froseth on Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/08/2023

The Pilot with Josh Schwartz

Rachel and Melinda break down the pilot episode with guest, The OC Creator & Executive Producer, Josh Schwartz. Find out what song from the show Josh can't stand to listen to anymore, the scene that almost wasn't, and how these two guest stars became series regulars! Pilot Synopsis: Troubled teen Ryan Atwood is arrested for stealing a car and meets public defender Sandy Cohen, who instantly takes an interest in the boy. After Ryan’s mom kicks him out, Sandy brings Ryan home with him, introducing him to the affluent world of Orange County’s Newport Beach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
01/10/2023 · Bonus

Bonus Episode: Mischa Barton

Mischa Barton joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in a special bonus episode of Welcome to the OC, Bitches! The ladies breaks down the top Marissa Cooper moments and of course talk Marissa’s iconic fashion choices. Plus, Mischa answers several fan questions! You can check Mischa out in her next film project, Invitation to a Murder, coming soon. You can leave a message for the OC Bitches at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches or email them to welcometotheocb@gmail.com Head over to Kast Plus to get more bonus content from this episode with Mischa Barton and the Michael Cassidy’s episode plus Season 1 through Season 2 of The O.C. Go to https://www.kastmedia.com/kastplus for more details. Thanks, Kast Plus subscribers for being an honorary bitch! Please support our sponsors: Living Proof understands that there’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution for all hair types and textures. That’s why they develop game-changing formulations that are tailored to individual concerns including frizz, lack of volume, and lack of curl definition. Visit https://www.livingproof.com/THEOC and use code THEOC to get ten percent off your first purchase. Daily Harvest delivers delicious Harvest Bowls, Soups, Flatbreads, Snacks, Smoothies, Lattes and more, built on organic fruits + vegetables. If eating well is a goal for 2023, let Daily Harvest support you on the journey. Go to https://www.dailyharvest.com/theoc to get up to forty dollars off your first box. Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke and @mischabarton on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/26/2024

Merry Crismukkah! It's #33 The Strip With Jeff Granzow! The Final episode!

Merry Chrismukkah!! I hope you are all having a marvelous holiday time however you celebrate! Get your Yamaclauses on! (Yes I mispronounced it in the Intro) It’s #33 in our count down, The Strip with editor Jeff Granzow. Last time we talked with Adam Brody and had a great conversation but we did not talk about the episode too much like we do here, so enjoy! Also, I have an announcement. This episode is the final episode of Beyond The OC podcast. It is earlier than expected/planned but I have decide that it is time to move on from podcasting. Its been a wonderful journey and I want to say THANK YOU to each and every one of you for your support! I do hope that this news is received with all my love and appreciation for all of you! We had a great time together! Much love- Melinda Thank you again for everything! You are so talented and so appreciated! Melinda Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Rhone - head to https://www.rhone.com/OC and use promo code OC to save 20% off your entire order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/08/2023

Adam Brody: The Strip + All Things The OC (Part 2)

Rachel and Melinda are back with Adam Brody, for part two of their interview with him. They dive further into the episode “The Strip,” (S1 Ep26), and share some behind the scene stories, like how Rachel made her way into the episode and why she had to go to "The" Vegas. Keep listening to hear Adam’s take on Mischa Barton’s recent comments and hear how things went south with his relationship with Tate Donovan. Looking back, Adam shares his regrets and observes his behavior at the time through an evolved lens. Then, both Adam and listeners are treated to some surprise callers -- including one that questions a photo involving Josh Schwartz, Adam Brody and playmate, Pamela Anderson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/08/2023

Adam Brody: The Strip + All Things The OC (Part 1 of 2)

Rachel and Melinda are joined by Adam Brody, who played fan-favorite Seth Cohen on The OC, to discuss “The Strip,” (S1 Ep26). However, in part 1 of this 2 part episode, the conversation takes a turn away from the episode and dives more into Adam’s overall OC experience. How similar is Adam to Seth? How did he feel about his performance playing the character? What does he still struggle with in regards to Seth? Listen to hear his answers. They’ll also reminisce about the project Adam collaborated with Rachel’s dad on, and the first gift he ever gave to her. And, hear the one thing Rachel has been wanting to tell Adam! Then, tune in next week as they share memories from The Strip as well as more never-before-discussed moments from their time on The OC. The Strip Synopsis: When word gets out that Caleb is having a bachelor party in Vegas, Sandy, Jimmy, Seth, and Ryan all invite themselves along. With the hopes to win some money to help Theresa out, Ryan and Seth instead end up owing money… to a pimp, after unknowingly inviting prostitutes over to their penthouse. Back home, Kirsten agrees to Julie’s wishes and hosts her a bachelorette party that includes strippers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/08/2023

The Telenovela with Wilson Bethel

Ay, dios mio -- it’s the Telenovela! Rachel and Melinda discuss “The Telenovela,” (S1 Ep20) with Wilson Bethel, whose very first acting role was playing Brad the Water Polo Player on this episode! Wilson shares why he got humiliated on the set of The OC, the line in this episode he called “his most shameful,” and the time he passed a cocktail weenie to Josh Schwartz. Rachel and Wilson went on to co-star in “Hart of Dixie,” so there’s some crossover this episode as they discuss similarities between the two shows, Rachel’s role as Dr. Zoe Hart, and the ultimate prank she played on Wilson on the set of that show. The Telenovela Synopsis: Can’t we be friends? Ryan and Marissa give it a try but it’s certainly awkward. Things take another turn when Ryan's former flame, Theresa Diaz, shows up in Newport to work as a waitress for a special gathering and wants to try to reconcile with him. Meanwhile, Julie and Luke begin having a passionate affair behind everyone's backs, while Seth has to fight for Summer to publicly recognize their relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/09/2023

The Dearly Beloved with Logan Marshall-Green

Disclaimer: ***Hey everyone, this episode had some sound issues when we were recording, but still an enjoyable listen- thanks for being accommodating and listening to us every week!*** Logan Marshall-Green joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the clubhouse to discuss Season 2, Episode 24, “The Dearly Beloved.” Logan talks about his theater background and how he and Ben Mckenzie actually met on a play, “Blue Bird” prior to The O.C. Logan answers fan questions, discusses the role of Trey, and of course the “Dear Sister” SNL parody skit of The O.C season 2 finale. Josh Schwartz also makes a surprise appearance and talks, Imogen Heap, how massive the Marissa and Trey scene really was and gives amazing behind-the-scenes details on some of your favorite scenes in the finale. This is definitely one episode you don’t want to miss! **Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive material containing sexual assault, if want to skip ahead please avoid listening/viewing from 40:00 mins through 42:00 and again at 1:19:12 through 1:19:58 of the podcast. Help is always available for anyone struggling with the trauma of sexual assault, RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization and offers help to survivors, if you need to speak to someone, you can call their hotline at 1.800.656.HOPE. ** The Dearly Beloved Synopsis: Kirsten hits rock bottom after Caleb's funeral, prompting Sandy to stage an intervention Jimmy Cooper returns to Newport to renew ties with a mourning Julie. Jess convinces Trey into participating in a drug deal that turns into a shootout at the Bait Shop nightclub. And, Ryan learns the truth about what happened between Trey and Marissa, leading to an epic confrontation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/09/2023

The Accomplice with Rachel Bilson & Melinda Clarke + Live Fan Calls

Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are discussing “The Accomplice” (S2 Ep10). But first, a surprise call from Emmanuelle Chriqui, who played Jodi on The OC. Then, they dive into this episode, crediting Ryan for having adult balls, discussing the storyline Peter Gallagher was so excited about, and explaining why Julie wasn’t there! This episode of the show has the birth of Atomic County. Find out who really drew those photos. And, did you know there is a Melinda Clarke character-based action figure out there? Do you remember how Lindsay searched for Caleb? And we meet Rebecca, Sandy’s first love. Do you like this storyline? Let us know! Later, the hosts meet two superfans! Both have crazy OC stories you won’t believe! The Accomplice Synopsis: Sandy’s law school professor and mentor, Max Bloom, shows up, requesting Sandy’s help in finding his daughter, Rebecca, Sandy’s first love. With the help of Zach, Seth embarks on creating a comic book based on his friends in Orange County. Lindsay seeks a relationship with Caleb. Marissa and Alex grow closer. (Aw man, no Julie in this episode!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
06/28/2022

The Shape of Things to Come with Autumn Reeser

Autumn Reeser joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the clubhouse to discuss, Season 2 Episode 2, “The Shape of Things to Come,” also known as the episodic debut of the iconic character, Taylor Townsend! Hear about how Autumn got the role of Taylor and how she prepped for the audition and why Taylor’s hair was blonde at the beginning of the season. Rachel and Autumn both discuss the similarities between Taylor and the character Tracy Flick from the Election movie. The ladies also discuss some BTS scoop on the filming locations, set memories, and motherhood. The Shape of Things to Come Synopsis: Kirsten is worried about leaving rehab and decides to move in with Charlotte instead, which surprises Sandy. The new dean of Harbor School wants to expel Marissa and Ryan for shooting Trey, which leaves Julie scheming on ways to keep Marissa in. Summer tries to take on Social Chair and is having difficulty due to Taylor Townsend. Meanwhile, Jimmy meets with his loan shark and we see just how bad his money problems are. Leave the OC, Bitches a message: https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches Please support our sponsors: Blenders’ Eyewear team of in-house designers are constantly coming out with new styles, from the latest sunglasses to trends to prescription glasses, readers, and blue lights, as well as a snow collection with goggles and accessories. Go to https://www.blenderseyewear.com and enter code ocvip to get 15% off your purchase. We’re all trying to eat better. But a healthy breakfast doesn’t have to be boring. Magic Spoon has the amazing flavors you love, but without all the bad stuff--and it’s amazing as a midnight snack right before bed! Go to https://www.magicspoon.com/THEOC to get $5 dollars off your purchase. This summer, add some power players to your grilling lineup with ButcherBox. ButcherBox is the subscription service that delivers high-quality meat and seafood right to your doorstep. Sign up today, go to https://www.butcherbox.com/THEOC and use code THEOC to get 1 pack of free bacon in EVERY box for the life of your membership plus $10 off your first order. OLIPOP is much (much) lower in sugar than conventional sodas with only 2-5 grams of sugar from natural sources. No added sugar and tastes like the colas you grew up with. Go to https://www.drinkolipop.com/THEOC to receive 20% off PLUS free shipping on your order. Public Goods is the one-stop-shop for sustainable, high-quality everyday essentials made from clean ingredients at an affordable price. Everything from personal care and household products to coffee, toilet paper, shampoo, pet food, and more. Public Goods is your new everything store, thoughtfully designed for the conscious consumer. Go to https://www.publicgoods.com/THEOC to receive $15 dollars off your first order with no minimum purchase. Want a new credit card but not sure how to choose? You don't need to apply for the first offer you see in the mail. Credit Karma can help you zero in on the right option for you and apply with more confidence. Go to https://www.creditkarma.com or download the Credit Karma app to find the right card for you. Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke, and @autumn_resser on Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/09/2023

The Way We Were with Patrick Rush

Melinda and Rachel talk to Patrick Rush about all things casting related with The OC, including the prominent Michael Cassidy and Olivia Wilde. As they navigate through "The Way We Were" (S 2 Ep 2) they discuss DJ "the hot yard guy," and Seth's declaration of selflessness. Fast forward to the end of the episode, listen in to hear Rachel's thoughts on Seth climbing on a hot dog stand to declare his love for Summer, who responds, "You had me and left." The two hosts and guest, Patrick, dive into the love triangle that is Marissa juggling both DJ and Ryan. Marissa and Ryan's steamy kiss, is not taken well by DJ, who "creepily" watches from the balcony.Is shirtless yard guy Patrick's favorite character in this episode? Who is his least favorite character? Listen through the end of the episode to find out and hear all our Rapid Fire Questions. The Way We Were Synopsis: Ryan and Seth long to go back to the way they were -- but Marissa lies to Ryan about seeing DJ, the yard guy, and Summer refuses to get back together with Seth. All roads lead to the kick-off carnival, but the end results are not what either boy wanted. Meanwhile, Hailey has a job offer she can’t refuse and ends things with Jimmy. Caleb knows he’s in trouble and is not surprised when the cops show up to arrest him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/08/2023

The Proposal with Alan Dale

Rachel and Melinda discuss “The Proposal,” (S1 Ep24). They’re joined by Alan Dale, who you may know from Entourage, Lost, and Dynasty, but most likely, The OC, where he played Caleb Nichol. Hear how this New Zealand kiwi made his way to the US to expand his acting career where he’s played several roles, many of them ending in a heart attack! Alan shares his favorite acting role, tells a story of a hair mishap the day they shot the famous booty call scene, and comments on why Caleb proposes to Julie. In The Proposal, which some refer to as “the episode that destroyed everything,” the hosts discuss how the gruesome twosome’s union will change the lives of all characters on the show. Find out which storyline Rachel loved and the scene she couldn’t stop laughing while shooting, plus, way more memories from this episode. The Proposal Synopsis: The Balboa Lighthouse is almost open but a major roadblock, the loss of their liquor license, stands to ruin it all. Luke is leaving Newport but first wants forgiveness from Marissa. When neither she nor Julie will talk to him, he drinks too much and nearly dies. Caleb proposes to Julie and to make her happy, strikes a deal with Marissa. Seth and Summer undergo a massive home repair project to make Marissa feel more at home at Jimmy’s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/04/2022

The Cliffhanger with Matt Ramsey

Beloved OC editor, Matt Ramsey joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the pool house to discuss the pivotal Season 3, Episode 14, “The Cliffhanger.” Matt gives exclusive behind-the-scenes tidbits on editing this episode and how they had to pick up a lot of shots of Johnny’s death scene. He also talks about The OC music and how the Artic Monkeys passed on being on the show! He also tells a hysterical story about how he ruined Josh Schwartz’s iPod! The Cliffhanger Synopsis: Summer discovers the truth about Seth's pot smoking, while Sandy and Matt encounter an obstacle with their hospital project. Meanwhile, Kirsten and Julie take their matchmaking business a little too far, causing Julie to go into hiding. Marissa finally tells Johnny how she truly feels and Kaitlin wonders which "Cooper'' Johnny really likes. When Johnny and Kaitlin head to the beach for some partying and drinking, Johnny loses it and finds himself at the edge of reason, and of a 100-foot cliff. Leave the OC Bitches a message: https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches Please support our sponsors: A change of season means longer days, better outdoor activities, and more ways to get healthier, including checking in on your health and wellness. With Everlywell, you can take action today by taking one of their at-home lab tests or by adding their vitamins and supplements into your daily routine. Go to https://www.everlywell.com/oc to receive 20% off your first at-home lab test. We all know most shapewear makes you feel like you’re suffocating. . That’s why Honeylove spent years researching and developing effective shapewear that’s actually comfortable. Overly-tight cheap and sticky fabrics that roll up are a thing of the past. Thanks to Honeylove, you can finally feel confident and comfortable in your favorite outfits. Go to https://www.honeylove.com/oc to get 20% off by using code OC at checkout. Living Proof’s award-winning formulas are proven to make hair look and feel healthier without sacrificing ingredient integrity. The Living Proof promise ensures that their formulas are free of silicones, harsh sulfates, parabens, and phthalates. They’re cruelty-free, color safe, and safe for chemically treated hair. Go to https://www.livingproof.com/theoc and use code THE OC to receive 10% off your first purchase. Follow @rachelbilson and @themelindaclarke on Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
07/25/2024

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
08/08/2023

The Ties That Bind with Josh Schwartz + Musician Jem

Rachel and Melinda discuss “The Ties That Bind,” (S1 Ep27) with none other than the man who wrote it himself, Josh Schwartz! Hear from Josh his thinking behind the creation of this episode and the theme he based it on. Curious if he planned for this finale at the start of the series? Listen to find out! Josh answers questions the hosts have about this episode like, “was the word abortion not allowed on the show?” and “Is that Shailene Woodley as Kaitlin in the wedding?” Find out how Josh does in season one trivia. Do you know how much the kisses cost in the kissing boothing during “The Telenovela?” Does Josh? And, the strip club story mentioned in Episode 26 with Adam Brody is revisited and Josh clears the air on just what went down! At the end of the show, the hosts are joined by musician Jem, who performed “Maybe I’m Amazed,” in the season one finale. She shares what it was like being approached to do a cover of that famous Beatles song, her experience on the show, and where she was when the episode aired. The Ties That Bind Synopsis: Difficult decisions are made. Theresa plans to get an abortion, but after speaking with Kirsten, who once dealt with this choice herself, she changes her mind. Ryan feels he must do the right thing and go back to Chino. Seth and Marissa grapple with losing Ryan. Julie and Caleb get married but unbeknownst to Julie, Caleb is heading towards bankruptcy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/08/2023

The Goodbye Girl with Navi Rawat

Rachel and Melinda discuss “The Goodbye Girl,” (S1 Ep21) with Navi Rawat, who played Theresa Diaz on The OC. Later, the hosts are joined by super-fan and Vanderpump Rules star, Scheana Shay! Navi comments on Theresa’s life choices in this episode. She also shares which cast members she still sees, and who she enjoyed working with during filming. The women discuss being working moms, their favorite characters from Friends, and Anna’s real reason for leaving Newport. Then, the hosts are joined by Scheana Shay and her baby, named after Rachel’s character, Summer! Hear about how motherhood is going, Scheana’s long-standing obsession with The OC, and a few teases to Season 9 of Vanderpump Rules, returning next Tuesday, September 28th. The Goodbye Girl Synopsis: Another week, another party in Newport - this time honoring Caleb as Riviera Magazine’s Man of the Year. Sandy makes an unethical choice to protect Kirsten when Caleb puts him in the middle of an illegal situation. Ryan and Theresa rekindle their relationship but there are tons of questions (from everyone) on how they’re going to make it work. And when Anna announces that she is leaving Newport to go back to her home in Pittsburgh, Seth feels guilt-ridden that it’s because of him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/08/2023

The Nana with Kathryn Gallagher

Rachel and Melinda discuss “The Nana,” (S1 Ep23). They’re joined by award-winning actor, singer, songwriter, and musician, Kathryn Gallagher. Oh, and she’s Peter Gallagher’s daughter! Kathryn, too, has her own Camp Gallagher story to tell. She also opens up about her struggles with bullying. She now has a massive career on Broadway, and she shares her first television experience and the help she got from dear ole dad! Reminisce along with the hosts about this episode wrought with emotional scenes and memorable lines. And, see the full-circle realization that involves a beanie, Anne Frank, and Linda Lavin (who plays The Nana), which blows their minds! The Nana Synopsis: It’s Passover for the Cohens and this year, The Nana is coming to visit. The critical and scary woman they expect to show up is instead a much kinder, nicer, warmer Nana. And Sandy’s determined to find out why. He soon learns that her behavior change is due to her terminal cancer prognosis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
02/21/2023

The Sleeping Beauty with Brandon Quinn

Brandon Quinn joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke to discuss Season 4, Episode 5 “The Sleeping Beauty.” Brandon discusses what iconic TV show made him want to be an actor, and tells a very hilarious story about how he got the role of Spencer Bullit on The OC. The trio also discuss their love for bunny rabbits, and Gary Grubbs aka Gordon Bullit! You can check out Brandon on season 3 of Sweet Magnolias, coming soon to Netflix! The Sleeping Beauty Synopsis: Ryan can't sleep, and a smitten Taylor tries to seduce him by becoming his sleep therapist. Meanwhile, Seth vows not to call Summer, and Kaitlin struggles when Julie has a fling with her tennis instructor Leave the OC Bitches a message at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches or via email at welcometotheocb@gmail.com Please support our sponsors: Rocket Money, formerly known as Truebill, is a personal finance app that finds and cancels your unwanted subscriptions, monitors your spending, and helps you lower your bills —all in one place.Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to https://www.rocketmoney.com/OC Talkspace can help with any specific challenges you might be facing—it’s the #1 online therapy platform, with licensed therapists in over 40 specialties, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues and much more. To match with a licensed therapist today, go to https://www.talkspace.com/OC to get $100 off of your first month and show your support for the show. Too busy to cook? With Factor, skip the trip to the grocery store, and skip the chopping, prepping, and cleaning up, too. Factor’s fresh, never frozen, meals are ready in just 2 minutes, so all you have to do is heat and enjoy. Head to https://www.factomeals.com/oc50 and use code oc50 to get 50% off your first box. Sundays is air-dried dog food made from a short list of human-grade ingredients and costs 40% less than other healthy dog food brands because Sundays doesn’t waste money shipping frozen packages. Instead they spend on what matters: sourcing the best all-natural ingredients for your pup. We worked out a special deal for our dog-loving listeners. Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.sundaysfordogs.com/THEOC or use code THEOC at checkout. Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke and @thebrandonquinn on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
05/09/2023

Part I: The End's Not Near, It's Here with Ben McKenzie and Josh Schwartz

The end is near- Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are recapping the last episode of The OC series. Today the ladies are joined by Ben McKenzie and Josh Schwartz for a special two-part episode of Season 4, Episode 16, “The End's Not Near, It’s Here.” The End’s Not Near, It’s Here Synopsis: Six months after the earthquake, everyone makes decisions that will determine the rest of their lives. Please check out Ben’s new book, “Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud,” that you can pre-order on Amazon at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Easy-Money-Cryptocurrency-Casino-Capitalism/dp/1419766392 Please support our sponsors: Head to https://www.magicspoon.com/THEOC to grab a custom bundle of cereal and try the magic for yourself! And be sure to use our promo code THEOC at checkout to save five dollars off your order! Time is a beautiful and meaningful sentiment—show the moms in your life how much you appreciate all the time they’ve given you. Save big on your best Mother’s Day gift ever from MVMT. Get up to 40% off at https://www.mvmt.com and use code OC. Exclusions may apply. Lume’s Starter Pack is perfect for new customers. It comes with a Solid Stick Deodorant, Cream Tube Deodorant, two free products of your choice (like Mini Body Wash and Deodorant Wipes), and free shipping. As a special offer for listeners, new customers GET $5 OFF a Lume Starter Pack with code OC at https://www.LumeDeodorant.com Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke, @mrbenmckenzie and @joshschwartz76 on Instagram Subscribe to Broad Ideas: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broad-ideas-with-rachel-bilson/id1625760667 Subscribe & Follow Bye, Bitches: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bye-bitches-podcast/id1686651893 on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheByeBitchesPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08/09/2023

The New Kids On the Block With Stephanie Savage

Rachel and Melinda are joined, once again, by Stephanie Savage, The Executive Producer and Writer on The OC, to discuss, "The New Kids On the Block" (S2 Ep 3). Stephanie reveals the reason behind the creation of The Bait Shop and why the Cohen's house was under construction. They also dive into the purpose behind bringing Zach, Alex, Lindsay, and DJ onto The OC, and how they develop the storyline. Listen in to hear all three ladies gush about the male cast this season, and the "scruff" that makes them irresistible. Seth says everything we wish we could say as teenagers, and teaches us the most important lesson of all- that life is about learning from our mistakes. Stephanie sets the record straight, describing The OC as a celebration, but also a critique, of affluence. Our favorite show was designed to make a place for everyone, and to feel like home, for everyone who watches. The New Kids On the Block Synopsis: Seth is on a quest for selflessness to win Summer’s friendship. He gets a job working for Alex at the music venue The Bait Shop so that he could get tickets for The Walkmen, to give to Summer and Zach. New student Lindsay and Ryan start off on the wrong foot, and when they’re assigned as lab partners, they’re both convinced they can’t work together. Caleb assigns Julie as the new CEO of the Newport Group, shocking Kirsten and Sandy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Aftermath with Kristine Froseth

The Pilot with Josh Schwartz

Bonus Episode: Mischa Barton

Merry Crismukkah! It's #33 The Strip With Jeff Granzow! The Final episode!

Adam Brody: The Strip + All Things The OC (Part 2)

Adam Brody: The Strip + All Things The OC (Part 1 of 2)

The Telenovela with Wilson Bethel

The Dearly Beloved with Logan Marshall-Green

The Accomplice with Rachel Bilson & Melinda Clarke + Live Fan Calls

The Shape of Things to Come with Autumn Reeser

The Way We Were with Patrick Rush

The Proposal with Alan Dale

The Cliffhanger with Matt Ramsey

Autumn Reeser - A "Beyond The OC" Interview

The Ties That Bind with Josh Schwartz + Musician Jem

The Goodbye Girl with Navi Rawat

The Nana with Kathryn Gallagher

The Sleeping Beauty with Brandon Quinn

Part I: The End's Not Near, It's Here with Ben McKenzie and Josh Schwartz

The New Kids On the Block With Stephanie Savage