Episodes

  • OC Rewind: 50th - The Goodbye Girl (S1E21)

    OC Rewind: 50th - The Goodbye Girl (S1E21)
    May 2 2024
    This week Melinda and CG kick off Beyond the OC with their OC Rewind deep dive into the fan's 50th favorite episode, The Goodbye Girl. After a quick overview of storylines, they look in-depth into the Seth and Anna storyline, answering fan questions and analyzing that entire plot line. Follow @themelindaclarke and @cgmir on Instagram. Stay tuned to Reddit r/theOC, the Beyond the OC YouTube channel and Melinda and CG's Instagrams for our upcoming deep dives so your questions can be answered on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Special Bonus Episode: The Oral History Roundtable

    Special Bonus Episode: The Oral History Roundtable
    Apr 25 2024
    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
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Special Bonus Episode: Q&A Session with Michael Cassidy

    Special Bonus Episode: Q&A Session with Michael Cassidy
    Dec 19 2023
    Today, fan favorite Michael Cassidy joins Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke to answer your fan questions in a never before seen bonus content that we wanted to share with our dedicated OC fans, Merry Christmasakuh! If you’re not already, make sure you’re subscribed to the old feed, now known as Beyond the OC, and find us on a brand new YouTube feed called Beyond the OC, and look out for brand new episodes launching in January! New episodes will be premiering in January! Vote for your favorite OC episode here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qVyZ6NukRxCPqrPpmnVN8LJTJUr6CSkF51ayjOGkgGA/edit Follow @themelindaclarke, @rachelbilson and @michaelcassidyactor on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Special Bonus Episode: Q&A Session with Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke

    Special Bonus Episode: Q&A Session with Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke
    Dec 12 2023
    Welcome to Beyond the OC- 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. New episodes will be premiering in January but until then we will be dropping EXCLUSIVE Welcome to the OC, Bitches content! This week, Rachel Bilson and I did a special question and answer zoom session with our Patreon fans back in June when we wrapped the podcast that we wanted to share all with you and thank you for your continued support for The OC! Merry Christmasakuh! If you’re not already, make sure you’re subscribed to the old feed, now known as Beyond the OC, and find us on a brand new YouTube feed called Beyond the OC, and look out for brand new episodes launching in January! Vote for your favorite OC episode here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qVyZ6NukRxCPqrPpmnVN8LJTJUr6CSkF51ayjOGkgGA/edit Please support our sponsor: Get 20% off with free shipping at https://www.manscaped.com, and use code OC20. Say Ho Ho Ho to a well groomed mistletoe with Manscaped. Follow @themelindaclarke and @rachelbilson on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Announcing Beyond The OC with Melinda Clarke

    Announcing Beyond The OC with Melinda Clarke
    Dec 11 2023
    “Beyond The OC" takes you on a new journey into our beloved show. Hosted by Melinda Clarke and her daughter CG Mirich, this fan-centric spinoff podcast invites you to shape the content alongside us. We're exploring hidden gems suggested by fans, not just reminiscing, but crafting a community-driven journey into the series. Join us to celebrate the top 50 episodes chosen by fan input, alongside special guests that you’re definitely going to recognize, including original cast, crew, and industry experts from various shows. Delve into their behind-the-scenes stories, gaining fresh perspectives on The OC and the wider entertainment industry—taking you BEYOND The OC! Vote for your favorite episodes here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qVyZ6NukRxCPqrPpmnVN8LJTJUr6CSkF51ayjOGkgGA/edit Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBHIQ2RXefkvj71cDOYDDIQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Special Bonus Episode of The OC with Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage

    Special Bonus Episode of The OC with Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage
    Dec 5 2023
    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
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    59 mins
  • Special Bonus Episode of Welcome to the OC, Bitches with Alan Sepinwall

    Special Bonus Episode of Welcome to the OC, Bitches with Alan Sepinwall
    Nov 28 2023
    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
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    56 mins
  • BONUS: The Best Moments of Season 2

    BONUS: The Best Moments of Season 2
    Aug 9 2023
    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
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    59 mins