107 episodes

On Broad Ideas, Rachel Bilson is joined by long-time best friend Olivia Allen to talk about sex, mental health, their belief (or lack of) in ghosts, and so much more. They’ll be joined by old friends, young friends, and some friends they haven’t met yet to have fun, casual conversations about the same kind of broad topics you'd find yourself discussing with your girlfriends.

Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson & Olivia Allen Rachel Bilson

    • Comedy
    • 4.6 • 499 Ratings

On Broad Ideas, Rachel Bilson is joined by long-time best friend Olivia Allen to talk about sex, mental health, their belief (or lack of) in ghosts, and so much more. They’ll be joined by old friends, young friends, and some friends they haven’t met yet to have fun, casual conversations about the same kind of broad topics you'd find yourself discussing with your girlfriends.

    Sarah Wayne Callies on Getting Spat in the Face on Prison Break Set, and Giving Birth with Her Dog

    Sarah Wayne Callies on Getting Spat in the Face on Prison Break Set, and Giving Birth with Her Dog

    Sarah Wayne Callies [Prison Break, Colony, The Walking Dead] talks to Rachel and Olivia about her new Prison Break rewatch podcast, her experience with adopting, and giving birth at the same time as her dog. They also discuss remedies for postpartum depression, inner voice, and Sarah getting spat in the face on the set of Prison Break.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Blissy. Try now risk-free for 60 nights, at blissy.com/rachel, and use code RACHEL to get an additional 30% off.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Posh Peanut. Go to PoshPeanut.com/BROAD, and use promo code BROAD for 20% off your first order.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Maybelline. If you, or someone you know is experiencing anxiety or depression, Maybelline New York is funding free, confidential support: Text TOGETHER to 741741 or visit Maybelline.com/bravetogether to learn more.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Claritin. Go to claritin.com right now for a discount so you can live Claritin Clear. 
    Broad Ideas is supported by Tropical Smoothie Café. Visit one of Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s 1400+ locations or order online or through their app.

    • 1 hr 39 min
    Skeet Ulrich on Being Kidnapped, Anger, and Riverdale

    Skeet Ulrich on Being Kidnapped, Anger, and Riverdale

    Skeet Ulrich [Riverdale, Jericho, Scream] talks to Rachel and Olivia about being kidnapped by his father and not seeing his mother for 4 years, being the “safe spot” for your children, and his thoughts on marriage. They also discuss what qualities they find most attractive, Skeet’s new show with Giancarlo Esposito, and the volatility of acting.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Quince. Go to Quince.com/ideas for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
    Broad Ideas is supported by IQBAR. Get 20% off all IQBAR products. Text IDEAS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Maybelline. If you, or someone you know is experiencing anxiety or depression, Maybelline New York is funding free, confidential support: Text TOGETHER to 741741 or visit Maybelline.com/bravetogether to learn more.

    • 1 hr 52 min
    Local Natives on New Album and Breastfeeding + LIVE performance

    Local Natives on New Album and Breastfeeding + LIVE performance

    Local Natives members Taylor Rice and Ryan Hahn visit Rachel’s house for an intimate live performance. They also talk about their new album But I’ll Wait For You, The O.C. and touring.
    Broad Ideas is supported by OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code BROAD at OSEAMalibu.com.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Talkspace. Get $80 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/IDEAS and enter promo code SPACE80.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Maybelline. If you, or someone you know is experiencing anxiety or depression, Maybelline New York is funding free, confidential support: Text TOGETHER to 741741 
    Broad Ideas is supported by Storyworth. Right now, save $10 on your first purchase when you go to storyworth.com/ideas.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Claritin. Go to claritin.com right now for a discount so you can live Claritin Clear.

    • 1 hr 35 min
    Colton Underwood on The Bachelor, Male Fertility, and Feet

    Colton Underwood on The Bachelor, Male Fertility, and Feet

    Colton Underwood [The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, The Masked Singer] talks to Rachel and Olivia about jumping the fence, coming out as a christian, and his new podcast about male fertility. They also discuss The Masked Singer, dangerous animals, and feet.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Maybelline. If you, or someone you know is experiencing anxiety or depression, Maybelline New York is funding free, confidential support: Text TOGETHER to 741741 or visit Maybelline.com/bravetogether to learn more.
    Broad Ideas is supported by IQBAR. Get 20% off all IQBAR products. Text IDEAS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Posh Peanut. Go to PoshPeanut.com/BROAD, and use promo code BROAD for 20% off your first order.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Paired. Share the love this Mother’s Day by going to paired.com/ideas to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off if you sign up for a subscription.

    • 1 hr 36 min
    Nell Tiger Free on Game of Thrones, Ghost Encounters, and Gravestone QR-codes

    Nell Tiger Free on Game of Thrones, Ghost Encounters, and Gravestone QR-codes

    Nell Tiger Free [Game of Thrones, Servant] talks to Rachel and Olivia about getting cast for Game of Thrones at 14, the most dorky thing about her, and her new film The First Omen. They also discuss the zombie apocalypse, real life ghost stories, and what they would put on their gravestone QR-codes.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Blissy. Try now risk-free for 60 nights, at blissy.com/rachel, and use code RACHEL to get an additional 30% off.
    Broad Ideas is supported by IQBAR. Get 20% off all IQBAR products. Text IDEAS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Talkspace. Get $80 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/IDEAS and enter promo code SPACE80.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Maybelline. If you, or someone you know is experiencing anxiety or depression, Maybelline New York is funding free, confidential support: Text TOGETHER to 741741 or visit Maybelline.com/bravetogether to learn more.

    • 1 hr 24 min
    Skylar Astin on Musical Theatre, LeBron, and Flatulence

    Skylar Astin on Musical Theatre, LeBron, and Flatulence

    Skylar Astin [Pitch Perfect, Wreck-it Ralph, 21 & Over] talks to Rachel and Olivia about how he got into acting, summer camp movies, and the new season of So Help Me Todd. They also discuss summer camp movies, farts, and public urination.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Quince. Go to Quince.com/ideas for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
    Broad Ideas is supported by IQBAR. Get 20% off all IQBAR products. Text IDEAS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.
    Broad Ideas is supported by Storyworth. Right now, save $10 on your first purchase when you go to storyworth.com/ideas.

    • 1 hr 41 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
499 Ratings

499 Ratings

danielaricco ,

Skeet baby

All I have to say is Skeet Ulrich’s laugh is EVERYTHING. I love this man so much

Ashlee Simpson 4eva ,

Here for ASHLEE

Oh God how I miss Ashlee’s voice! Love her 2 death. Lovely podcast anyway with Rachel, she so sweet.

alex4347 ,

🤦🏻‍♀️

All I have to say is THANK GOD for Olivia and Rob that 100% save this podcast! Rachel always seem lost and not prepared with the guests, laughs at the most inappropriate times (like when Olivia was talking about her child with special needs), has no real insight/thoughts on anything, comes off extremely childish at all times and I am convinced the only reason she is on there is to lend her name to the podcast. Olivia on the other hand deserves her own podcast! She asks the most insightful questions, has really a lot of productive things to say and her views on everything are very inspiring. Pleaseeeeee Olivia do your own podcast!

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