Beyond the OC (Welcome to the OC)

Melinda and CG sit down for a roundtable to discuss the release of the book, Welcome to the OC: The Oral History, written by Alan Sepinwall, Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage! They are joined by our very special guests, Ryan and Mike from The O.C. Disorder podcast, and Ryan, Dylan and Chelsea from Keeping Up with the Cohens.Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram.We're back next week with the official launch of Beyond the OC! We will be starting with the fans 50th favorite episode, "Goodbye, Girl" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Cassidy, best known for playing Zach Stevens on The O.C., joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke for a special holiday Q&A session. They explore hilarious fan hypotheticals, including imagined character crossovers with 'White Lotus.' Cassidy shares memorable bloopers and the challenges of staying composed while filming. The trio also engages in playful banter about a potential medical-themed reunion, showcasing their comedic chemistry. Get ready for laughs and nostalgia as they reminisce about their iconic roles and behind-the-scenes antics!

Join Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke as they dive into a fun Q&A session with fans, sharing hilarious set stories and nostalgic favorites. They reminisce about iconic moments and guest stars, revealing how the show shaped their lives and careers. The duo also debates character impacts on pivotal storylines, mixing humor with heartfelt reflection. Excitingly, they unveil their new fan-driven podcast adventure, teasing future content and musical guests. Prepare for laughter and a trip down memory lane!

Join the hosts as they embark on an exciting journey delving into fan-driven stories behind a beloved show. With the involvement of original cast and crew, they explore hidden gems and celebrate fan-chosen top episodes. Expect engaging behind-the-scenes anecdotes that provide fresh insights into the series and its impact on the entertainment industry. It's a delightful blend of nostalgia and community spirit, inviting fans to actively participate in shaping the discussion.

Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are back with more additional bonus content for our OC Fans.  Joining us today, is Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage to discuss the release of the book, Welcome to the OC, written by legendary tv critic Alan Sepinwall, Josh and Stephanie! Josh and Stephanie discuss with us how the book came about and go deeper into some of the topics that come up in the book. This is definitely a MUST listen for fans of The O.C.   Lastly, we have an exclusive offer for our podcast listeners, https://www.hc.com/welcometotheoc and buy the book from HarperCollins. Enter the code The OC for free shipping and 15% off at check-out!   Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke and @joshschwartz76 on Instagram    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are back on the OC Main feed with some additional bonus content just in time for Chrismukkah!       Not only are we back to celebrate our 20th anniversary of the show, but also the book release of Welcome to the OC, written by legendary tv critic Alan Sepinwall and our captains, creator, Josh Schwartz and executive producer Stephanie Savage– that is on-sale now!!     Today's episode features our in-depth interview with Alan Sepinwall. Hear about how he came to write the Welcome to the OC book and what he uncovered while writing, a must watch or listen!     Lastly, we have an exclusive offer for our podcast listeners, https://www.hc.com/welcometotheoc and buy the book from HarperCollins.   Enter the code The OC for free shipping and 15% off at check-out!     Please give @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke and @sepinwall a follow on Instagram.     Please support our sponsor:  Ladies, give your man the gift of Manscaped this holiday season. Go to https://www.manscaped.com and use code OC20 for 20% off and free shipping.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a special bonus episode! Superfans Ryan Haley and Mike Gravagno, of the OC Disorder podcast join Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the clubhouse to discuss the top moments from season 2 of The O.C.  Hear what they chose at the top moments of season 2 were and what top out as their favorite, was it Marissa throwing patio furniture in the pool or Spider-Man kiss? Ryan and Mike also discuss their favorite characters, and how much impact The O.C had on pop culture. The tables are turned later on when Ryan and Mike ask Rachel and Melinda some burning O.C. fan questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a special bonus episode with screenwriter, producer, and comic book creator, Allan Heinberg, joining Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the pool house. Hear about Allan’s start in writing/acting and how he came to be a writer on the OC. Allan also talks about what it's like to be in a writer's room, some of his favorite on-screen and off-screen moments from the OC, and what exactly is in the Seth Cohen starter pack. He also discusses how he got his start in comic books and the path to writing the Wonder Woman feature film. Also, hear some great Sex and the City trivia, a Grey’s Anatomy easter egg on the OC that no one knew about, and what exactly is the naked man test…   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are back with Michael Cassidy to continue their discussion of Season 2, Episode 23, The O.Sea.   Melinda gives us some behind-the-scenes scoop on filming the infamous pool scene and Caleb’s death scene. Michael and Rachel discuss their funniest behind-the-scenes moment from this episode and yes, it’s almost as funny as the vespa scene. They also discuss Coldplay's big hit, “Fix You” and of course, George Lucas!  **Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive material containing sexual assault, if want to skip ahead please avoid listening/viewing from 21:00 through 24:45 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 O.Sea synopsis: Zach and Seth are faced with a challenging dilemma that falls on the same night, who should take Summer to prom and who should go and meet George Lucas to discuss the publishing of their graphic novel. Ryan, suspicious of Trey and Marissa's odd behavior, tries to piece together what happened to them while he was in Miami. Meanwhile, Sandy takes extreme measures to help a recovering Kirsten. And to avoid going broke, Julie decides to poison Caleb but it takes a surprising turn.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices