Melinda 'Mindy' Clarke

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  1. The Cold Turkey with Scott Krinsky

    02/07/2023

    The Cold Turkey with Scott Krinsky

    Scott Krinsky joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the pool house to discuss Season 4, Episode 3, “The Cold Turkey.” Many of you know Scott as Jeff Barnes in the hit TV series, Chuck, but he guested on The O.C. first playing the lovable and much needed comic relief character, Daryll!  Scott talks about how he got cast on The OC, and tells a very funny OC joke from his stand-up routine!  The trio also talk about Iron Man, spoiler alert for you non-Avengers fans  and their favorite food items from Chilis!  The Cold Turkey synopsis: As Thanksgiving approaches, Sandy is approached by the fugitive Kevin Volchock to negotiate a surrender for the car accident that unintentionally killed Marissa. Ryan finds out about Sandy's meeting with him, and tries to take advantage to get his revenge against Volchock. Meanwhile, Seth agrees to let Taylor stay at the Cohen house while Kirsten encourages her to face her mother to reveal the truth about her stay in Paris. Also, bad-girl Kaitlin meddles more in the conflict between Julie and Neil to cause more friction between them, while Summer also arrives back in town for Thanksgiving and is not pleased to see Taylor staying with the Cohens. Leave the OC Bitches a message at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches or on email at welcometotheocb@gmail.com/  You can now listen to bonus features as well as Season 1 and Season 2 of the OC, Bitches on Kast Plus that’s https://kast.supportingcast.fm/welcome-to-the-oc-bitches-plus Please support our sponsors:  Magic Spoon has replicated your favorite childhood cereals to taste good, but each serving contains ZERO grams of sugar, 13-14 grams of protein, and 4-5 net grams of carbs per serving. Head to https://www.magicspoon.com/THEOC  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! 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  Sundays is air-dried dog food made from a short list of human-grade ingredients, it’s less messy and Sundays cost 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. Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDgos.com/THEOC use code THEOC at checkout. 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.  Let's Get Deep is (literally) the hottest game for couples that you've probably already seen all over TikTok & Instagram. From the creators of What Do You Meme, Let's Get Deep is so easy and fun to play.  And you’re in luck because we have an exclusive offer for our listeners. For a limited time, get 20% off with the code OC when you go to https://www.whatdoyoumeme.com/letsgetdeep Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke and @scott_krinsky on Instagram  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 1m
  2. Bonus Episode: Mischa Barton

    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

    1h 23m
  3. My Two Dads + Live Fan Calls

    03/21/2023

    My Two Dads + Live Fan Calls

    This week, Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are discussing Season 4, Episode 9, “My Two Dads.” Rachel and Melinda discuss being Team Sandy, Summer and Seth’s dysfunctional engagement storyline, and Kaitlin’s storyline with Chris Brown.  Then later, they are joined by two super fans to answer questions about this episode and their overall experience on The O.C. My Two Dads synopsis:  Seth and Summer each look for a way to call off the wedding. Who will crack first? Ryan's biological father, Frank,  plays the Big-C Card in hopes his son will see him. If you have a question for the OC bitches, leave them a message at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches or via email at welcometotheocb@gmail.com Please support our sponsors: Sometimes people wait until something bad happens to talk to a therapist. Why wait? You can get a therapist through TalkSpace. Therapy can help you shift your perspective, find tools to cope in difficult times, and be a guiding light. As a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to https://www.talkspace.com/oc  Power up for springtime with Factor, America’s #1 Ready-to-Eat Meal Kit. Get nutritious, chef-prepared meals delivered straight to your door, leaving you time and energy to tackle everything on your to-do list. Head to https://www.factormeals.com/oc50 to get 50% off your first box.  Follow @rachelbilson and @themelindaclarke on Instagram.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
  4. The French Connection with Timothy A. Good

    03/28/2023

    The French Connection with Timothy A. Good

    Editor Timothy Good joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the pool house today to discuss, Season 4, Episode 10. “The French Connection.” Timothy is currently editing on “The Last of Us’ and discusses some of the techniques he learned on The OC, that he is using today on the hit HBO series.  Timothy also breaks down the scenes from an editing perspective and gives some great insight on how each scene was shot and edited.  The French Connection Synopsis:   Taylor's ex-hubby writes a hot-selling erotic novel about his favorite, “peach”. Seth seeks Neil's permission to marry Summer. Meanwhile,  Kirsten uncovers Julie's biz scam and Kaitlin and Will grow closer.  Leave the OC Bitches a message at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbithces or via email at welcometotheocb@gmail.com Please support our sponsors:  Do you think seeing a therapist or psychiatrist would be helpful but you don’t have the time to actually find one and meet with them...or afford them? Try Talkspace. By doing everything online, Talkspace has made getting the help you want easy, accessible and affordable. As a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to https://www.talkspace.com/OC Beis has thought of everything you could ever want in a piece of luggage…360 degree gliding wheels, a cushioned handle, built-in weight indicator, washable bags for your dirty clothes, and all the interior pockets you need to keep organized. Right now, BÉIS  is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase by visiting https://www.beistravel.com Life’s too short to settle for the same old things. MVMT keeps your look and your lifestyle fresh with clean watches at a price that won’t make you rework your budget. Make your everyday sidekick for life’s adventures a MVMT Get 20% off at https://www.mvmt.com and use code OC. Hiya fills 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. We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/OC.  This deal is not available on their regular website. Blissy silk pillowcases are the best ones on the market! They have a ton of different prints and colors and they make great gifts because there's an option for literally anyone (men love them too!). They have over 1.5 million raving fans and you could be next. Try now risk-free for 60 nights, at https://www.blissy.com/THEOC and get an additional 30% off. Follow @rachelbilson and @themelindaclarke on Instagram      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 14m
  5. The Ties That Bind with Josh Schwartz + Musician Jem

    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

    1h 28m
  6. The Metamorphosis with Norman Buckley

    02/14/2023

    The Metamorphosis with Norman Buckley

    Norman Buckley returns to the pool house with Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke to discuss Season 4, Episode 4, “The Metamorphosis.” Norman directed this episode so he gives some great insight on the storylines and he also discusses the music choices for this episode.  Norman also tells a very funny story about the naked singing Che scene. The Metamorphosis synopsis:  Summer soul-searches during a visit from Seth. Taylor pleads for Ryan's help with her marriage. Sandy longs for a guys' night. Julie vows to turn over a new leaf in moving on from Marissa's Death. Leave a message for the OC Bitches at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches or email at welcometotheocb@gmail.com 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 THEOC10 to get a free travel size dry shampoo with your purchase of forty-five dollars or more!   Magic Spoon has replicated your favorite childhood cereals to taste good, but each serving contains ZERO grams of sugar, 13-14 grams of protein, and 4-5 net grams of carbs per serving.  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! BÉIS was created by actress, Shay Mitchell, to make sleek and affordable bags, luggage, and accessories designed to help you travel effortlessly while still looking fashionable. They have thought of everything you could ever want in a piece of luggage…360 degree gliding wheels, a cushioned handle, built-in weight indicator, washable bags for your dirty clothes, and all the interior pockets you need to keep organized. Right now, BÉIS  is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase by visiting https://www.BEISTRAVEL.com Daily Harvest works directly with farmers to source the best ingredients, freezes them at peak ripeness to lock in flavor and nutrients, and they never use artificial preservatives or ingredients. With nourishing and easy-to-prep options, you never have to think twice about what to eat for your next meal, snack or dessert. Go to https://www.dailyharvest.com/THEOC to get $40 dollars off your first box.  Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke and @norbuck on Instagram  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 7m
  7. The Dawn Patrol with Jeff Granzow

    11/29/2022

    The Dawn Patrol with Jeff Granzow

    Editor extraordinaire, Jeff Granzow joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the pool house to discuss Season 3, Episode 21 “The Dawn Patrol.” Jeff talks about how Norman Buckley mentored him and brought him up in the editing world.  He also discusses how Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage took a shot on him and he has been working with them ever since.  Jeff edited this episode so he gives a unique behind-the-scenes perspective into the episode, it’s definitely one you do not want to miss!  The Dawn Patrol Synopsis:  Ryan heads to Albuquerque to invite his mom to graduation, while Summer tries to figure out why Seth broke up with her.   Julie meddles with Marissa and Volchok's relationship.  And Sandy and Kirsten’s relationship continues to suffer.  Leave the OC Bitches a message, https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches  You can listen to this episode, ad-free on Amazon Music!  Please support our sponsors: With MasterClass, you can learn from the world’s best minds - anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace.  This holiday, give one annual membership and get one free! Go to https://www.masterclass.com/oc  today.  The holidays came early this year ladies! If you’re still not sure what to get the man in your life then look no further than our friends at MANSCAPED™! The leading men’s hygiene brand just launched new products that your man will actually use, including their new shower time favorite - the Body Buffer! It’s time to give the man in your life the gift of smooth balls and a good shower time experience this holiday season. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping at https://www.manscaped.com/THEOC Uncommon Goods is here to make your holiday shopping stress-free by scouring the globe for the most remarkable and truly unique gifts for everyone on your list. Uncommon Goods looks for products that are high quality, unique, and often handmade or made in the US. They have the most meaningful, out-of-the-ordinary gifts anywhere. To get 15% off your next gift, go to https://www.uncommongoods.com/OC  With HelloFresh, you get farm-fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and seasonal recipes delivered right to your doorstep. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, AND affordable – that’s why it’s America’s #1 meal kit! Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/oc70 and use code oc70 for 70% off plus free shipping! Stressing over what to bring to all of your holiday get-togethers this year? Milk Bar’s got you covered with treats that are always a crowd-pleaser. Because let’s be real, everyone knows dessert is the main event. And now you can SHIP Milk Bar’s desserts NATIONWIDE. Milk Bar is the perfect gift for anyone and everyone in your life this holiday season!  Get $15 dollars off any order of $80 or more when you go to https://www.milkbarstore.com/oc  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

    1h 4m