Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson & Olivia Allen

Author, activist, and podcaster Reshma Saujani (founder of Girls Who Code, author of Mom's First) joins Rachel and Olivia today to discuss women in technology, male and female dynamics, and how children can engage with the upcoming election. Don’t miss Reshma’s new podcast, My So-Called Midlife, which just launched on October 16th and is available wherever you listen to podcasts!Broad Ideas is sponsored by IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, just text IDEAS to sixty-four thousandBroad Ideas is sponsored by Article. Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more, visit ARTICLE.COM/BROAD and the discount will be automatically applied at checkoutSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rachel Bloom (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Robot Chicken) joins Rachel and Olivia today to discuss her journey of balancing skepticism with a desire to believe, her passion for all things potato, and her new Netflix special, Death, Let Me Do My Special, now available for streaming.Broad Ideas is sponsored by Skims Fit Everybody collection, shop now at SKIMS.com.  After you place your order be sure to select "podcast" and be sure to select Broad Ideas in the dropdown menu that follows.Broad Ideas is sponsored by IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, just text IDEAS to sixty-four thousand.Broad Ideas is sponsored by Posh Peanut. Go to postpeanut.com/broad and use promo code BROAD for 20% off your first order.Broad Ideas is sponsored by Quince, Go to quince.com/ideas  for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Broad Ideas is sponsored by Article. Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more, visit ARTICLE.COM/BROAD and the discount will be automatically applied at checkoutSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amanda Righetti (The Mentalist, Friday the 13th) talks to Rachel and Olivia about playing the pivotal role of Ronald Reagan's mother, Nelle in her movie Reagan.  She also motherhood, The O.C.,  and being a model in the 90s.   Check out Amanda's movie, Reagan, now in theaters. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Blissy. Blissy is offering 60-nights risk-free PLUS an additional 30% off when you shop atBlissy.com/RACHELBroad Ideas is sponsored by Skims Fit Everybody collection, shop now at SKIMS.com.  After you place your order be sure to select "podcast" and be sure to select Broad Ideas in the dropdown menu that follows.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shailene Woodley (Big Little Lies, Divergent) talks to Rachel and Olivia today about her new Starz series, Three Women, what it was like growing up as an actor and being on The OC!  They also discuss relationships with others and yourself and The Goonies!Broad Ideas is sponsored by Posh Peanut. Go to postpeanut.com/broad and use promo code BROAD for 20% off your first order. Broad Ideas is sponsored by IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, just text IDEAS to sixty-four thousand.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Emily Deschanel (Bones, Animal Kingdom) and Carla Gallo (Neighbors, Platonic) join Rachel and Olivia today where they discuss their new podcast, Boneheads which is a Bones rewatch, their love for synchronized swimming, crazy medical mysteries and so much more. Please check out Emily and Cara’s new podcast, Boneheads, produced by Lemonada Media and link: https://lemonada.lnk.to/BoneheadsPR. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Article. Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more, visit ARTICLE.COM/BROAD and the discount will be automatically applied at checkoutBroad Ideas is sponsored by Quince, Go to quince.com/ideas for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Teresa Palmer and Sarah Wright Olsen return and discuss a wide array of topics from Cacao Ceremonies, sister wives, motherhood tips, dating and of course the latest in kid slang.  Check out Teresa and Sarah's podcast, The Mother Daze wherever you listen to your podcasts. Broad Ideas is sponsored by JLO Beauty, head over to jlobeauty.com/broadideas and get a special gift of four free masks for listeners of Broad Ideas! Broad Ideas is sponsored by Skims Fit Everybody collection, shop now at SKIMS.com.  After you place your order be sure to select "podcast" and be sure to select Broad Ideas in the dropdown menu that follows. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Blissy. Blissy is offering 60-nights risk-free PLUS an additional 30% off when you shop at Blissy.com/RACHEL See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Actress Sasheer Zamata (SNL, Agatha All Along ) talks to Rachel and Olivia about her audition process with SNL, her ghostly encounters in New Orleans and her new Disney Plus series, Agatha All Along. They also discuss being witchy, and how the moon can bring forth positive energy. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Quince, Go to quince.com/ideas for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Broad Ideas is sponsored by Posh Peanut. Go to postpeanut.com/broad and use promo code BROAD for 20% off your first order. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Article. Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more, visit ARTICLE.COM/BROAD and the discount will be automatically applied at checkoutSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Actress Karen Fukuhara (The Boys, Suicide Squad) talks to Rachel and Olivia about freezing her eggs, navigating the dating apps and creating healthy boundaries. They also discuss their deep love for New York City.Broad Ideas is sponsored by IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, just text IDEAS to sixty-four thousand.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Director, actor, writer, producer Nadine Crocker talks with Rachel and Olivia about her new film Continue and what led her to make this inspiring film. They also discuss true crime and Hannah Montana. Continue hits theaters, Friday, September 6th. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Posh Peanut. Go to postpeanut.com/broad and use promo code BROAD for 20% off your first order. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Autumn Reeser (The OC) talks to Rachel and Olivia about solo-parenting, her spiritual journey and being the Hallmark queen! Check out Autumn's new film, Junebug, playing now on Hallmark. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Blissy. Go to Blissy.com/RACHEL and get an additional 30% off- your hair and skin will thank you!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.