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- May 23, 20231h 11m
BONUS: The Best of Season 4
Dynamic duo, Ryan Haley and Mike Gravagno, from The OC Disorder podcast have returned for the FINAL episode of the Welcome to the OC, Bitches podcast with Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke. They break down their favorite season four moments! Thank you to the OC Fans for going on this epic journey with us, we could not have done it without you. Thank you to Kast Media, Colin Thomson and Harris Lane, our tech team Travis Holden and Dustin Park. And a special shoutout thanks to our wonderful producers, Katie Curtright and Parker Flores! The end is not over for our OC gals, please support and subscribe to their new Patreon, https://www.patreon.com/byebitches for exclusive OC content and live events! In fact, Rachel and Melinda, will be hosting a LIVE event on their Patreon on June 1st! Please support us by subscribing to: Rachel Bilson’s podcast, Broad Ideas: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broad-ideas-with-rachel-bilson/id1625760667 Melinda Clarke’s new podcast, Bye B!thces! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bye-bitches-podcast/id1686651893 on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheByeBitchesPodcast Josh Schwartz’s new television series, “City on Fire” on Apple TV Plus Ben McKenzie’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 You can also learn more about Ryan and Mike and their podcasts at https://www.popfilter.com Please support our sponsor: To celebrate May, Mental Health Awareness Month, and to celebrate every step you take towards a better, richer, fuller life, Talkspace is offering every listener of this podcast $100 off your first month with Talkspace. Just go to https://www.talkspace.com/OC Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke on Instagram And lastly, BYE, BITCHES- we love you!
- May 16, 20231h 20m
Part II: The End's Not Near, It's Here with Josh Schwartz
It’s Part 2 of The OC Series Finale, “The End's Not Near it’s Here." Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke are back to recap the series finale with The OC, creator, producer, and writer, Josh Schwartz. We wanted to thank our incredible team at Kast Media, Colin Thomson, Harris Lane, our producer Katie Curtright and editor, Parker Flores for helping us put together this wonderful rewatch podcast. Our "bye, bitches" sweaters are made by Lingua Franca. The end’s not over for us, please support by subscribing & following our new Patreon with EXCLUSIVE Welcome to the OC, Bitches content here: https://www.patreon.com/byebitches And please subscribe and follow our podcasts: Mindy's Bye Bitches: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bye-bitches-podcast/id1686651893 on YouTube: @TheByeBitchesPodcast Rachel Bilson’s Broad Ideas: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broad-ideas-with-rachel-bilson/id1625760667 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 Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke, @mrbenmckenzie and @joshschwartz76 on Instagram BYE, BITCHES!!
- May 9, 20231h 1m
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
- May 9, 20235 min
After The OC...
We’ve heard your fan requests about keeping The OC content going and well, your wish is our command. We’ve decided to start our very own Patreon page!! ...And in addition to the Patreon page, Melinda "Mindy" Clarke and her daughter, CG Mirich will be launching their very own podcast, Bye, Bitches! Mindy and CG will rewatch and react to iconic Movies and TV shows that have had an impact on us and our culture. They will sometimes be joined by the very actors and artists that made them! On June 1st, our Patreon page will launch, Tier 1 and Tier 2 will be dedicated to CG and Mindy's new podcast, Bye, Bitches. We will be posting bonus content from their interviews, discord chats, and speakpipe q&as for our dedicated fans. You will also get the episodes a day earlier than the feed drop. ....AND Tier 3 is the one we are very excited about, Tier 3 is dedicated to all things Welcome to the OC, Bitches. Once a month Rachel and Mindy will be doing a live zoom chat with our listeners and maybe some special guests here and there. We also will have all the exclusive bonus content like seasons 1 and 2 of The OC, and discounts on some pretty cool merchandise. You will also get specialized shout-outs from Mindy! And the best part for you all? This upcoming June 1st will be not only our Patreon launch date and Mindy’s fun new podcast, Bye Bitches– but Rachel and Mindy will be hosting a LIVE event that day for our Tier 3 Fans ONLY. To learn more about the Patreon go to https://www.patreon.com/byebitches to read up more about our tiers. And please subscribe to Rachel's podcast, Broad Ideas and Mindy's new podcast, Bye, Bitches!
- May 2, 20231h 6m
The Night Moves with Stephanie Savage
Stephanie Savage joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke in the pool house to discuss Season 4, Episode 15, “The Night Moves” aka the infamous earthquake episode of The OC. We are counting down to the end of the series! The Night Moves Synopsis: In the aftermath of a major earthquake that cuts off power and communication between the Cohens and their loved ones, Seth must take over Ryan’s role as the protector when Ryan is injured and the boys are stranded on a deserted road. Leave a message for the bitches at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches Please follow @rachelbilson and @themelindaclarke on Instagram.
- Apr 25, 20231h 2m
The Shake-Up with Autumn Reeser
Autumn Reeser is back in the pool house with Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke to discuss Season 4, Episode 14, “The Shake-Up.” The Shake-Up Synopsis: Taylor prepares for her birthday celebration but frets over the fact Ryan has still not told her that he loves her. Even more concerning is that she applied to and has been accepted to Berkeley. Summer tries to get Seth to be passionate about anything! Kaitlin resents Frank Atwood being around and Kirsten isn’t so sure about raising another kid in Newport. All this leads to a big shake-up at the end of the episode! Leave the OC Bitches a message at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches or via email welcometotheocb@gmail.com Please support our sponsors: Talkspace is a new, more convenient way to find a therapist and to meet with them. Everything is done online. And now, get a hundred dollars off your first month when you go to https://www.talkspace.com/OC to match with your dedicated therapist. 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 and @autumn_reeser on Instagram
- Apr 18, 20231h 10m
The Case of the Franks with Willa Holland
Willa Holland joins the Welcome to the OC, Bitches podcast today! Willa discusses how she got on The OC, the advice Peter Gallagher gave her and some of her favorite Bullit moments. Then later, Melinda Clarke and Rachel Bilson break down season 4, Episode 13, “The Case of the Franks.” The Case of the Franks Synopsis: As Valentine’s Day approaches, Ryan worries the pressure will ruin his relationship with Taylor. Revelations along with a psychic’s dire predictions cause Summer and Seth to question whether they are meant to be. Meanwhile, A competition to find Julie’s true match is sparked between "Team Bullit '' and "Team Frank" and with a new baby on the way, Kirsten finds herself dwelling on the past. Leave the OC bitches a voicemail at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches and via email at welcometotheocb@gmail.com Please support our sponsor: Quince offers a range of must-have items, like a 100% Mongolian cashmere sweater for only $50, 100% European Linen pants for $40, luxurious Mulberry silk skirts at $60, not to mention $50 Italian leather bags and 14-karat gold jewelry from $30. All their prices are fifty to eighty percent less than similar luxury brands Right now, go to https://www.quince.com/oc to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. Follow @rachelbilson, @themelindaclarke and @willaholland on Instagram
- Apr 11, 202354 min
The Groundhogs Day with Gary Grubbs
Gary Grubbs aka Mr. Gordon Bullit himself joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke to discuss his time on The OC. BANG! Gary discusses his OC audition, how he got his start in Hollywood and some of his fondest on-set memories of The OC. Then later, Rachel and Melinda break down Season 4, Episode 12 “The Groundhogs Day” with some of Gary’s input as well. The Groundhogs Day synopsis: Seth and Che get in some trouble with the police when Che drags Seth into helping him try to free a groundhog before Newport's annual Groundhog Day festival. Meanwhile, Kirsten gets some life altering news and Taylor gets some extra help from a therapist to make things different with Ryan. Leave a message for the OC Bitches at https://www.speakpipe.com/ocbitches or send us an email at welcometotheocb@gmail.com 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! 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. As a special offer for listeners, new customers GET $5 OFF a Lume Starter Pack with code OC at https://www.lumedeodorant.com.That equates to over 40% off your Starter Pack! Follow @rachelbilson and @themelindaclarke on Instagram
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About Welcome to the OC, Bitches!
This spinoff podcast is your ultimate fan destination! "Beyond The OC" isn't just about rehashing the past; it's about celebrating it in new ways! My co-host, and daughter, CG and I will not only be reminiscing about the show, but we're also inviting YOU to join us in shaping the content. Ever felt like a scene or moment deserved more attention? We're here to explore those hidden gems suggested by fans like you. It's a community-driven journey into the heart of the series! To start we are going to count down your favorite top 50 eps and along the way we will be bringing back some of your favorite OC stars and others to find out what they have been up to Beyond the OC. Please go to the link, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qVyZ6NukRxCPqrPpmnVN8LJTJUr6CSkF51ayjOGkgGA/edit or email us at beyondtheoc@gmail.com and vote for your favorite episodes!
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