Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson & Olivia Allen

Erin and Sara Foster (Nobody Wants This, Barely Famous) join Rachel and Olivia for an insightful conversation about growing up in Hollywood and their journeys to becoming actresses. Erin reflects on her time starring in The OC, and the group dives into the challenges of motherhood and the Foster sisters hit Netflix series, Nobody Wants This. Don’t miss Erin and Sara’s hilarious and candid podcast, The World's First Podcast, and be sure to check out their critically acclaimed Netflix series, Nobody Wants This. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Blissy and Because you’re a listener, Blissy is offering 60-nights risk-free PLUS an additional 30% off when you shop atBlissy.com/RACHEL.

In this episode of Broad Ideas, Rachel and Olivia are joined by Melissa Palmer, co-founder of Osea, a leading clean skincare brand. Melissa opens up about her unconventional upbringing in a hippie commune in Malibu, sharing how that experience shaped her worldview and approach to life and business. She also discusses her love for ChatGPT and how she incorporates it into her daily routine. Melissa and the Osea team are offering a discount code for our listeners! Go to osea.com and put in BROADIDEAS in at checkout for 10% off your purchase. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Thrive Causematics, you can get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/BROAD Broad Ideas is sponsored by Quince, Go to Quince.com/ideas for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!

This week, we’ve got something special for you. It’s time to head back to the Jeffersonian with Emily Deschanel and Carla Gallo, hosts of Boneheads, the ultimate insider rewatch of one of the longest-running primetime dramas in TV history—Bones. In Boneheads, Emily and Carla, who became besties on set, take you behind the scenes of one of TV’s longest-running primetime dramas. They’re ready to walk you through each episode, share hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, and give you all the details on how Bones came together. In it, Emily spills all the juicy details of the Bones audition process and reveals how she landed the role of Dr. Temperance Brennan. Meanwhile, Carla takes us on a hilarious tour of the pilot’s sexiest moments. If you want to hear more episodes, search for Boneheads wherever you get your podcasts. If you’re hooked and want to hear more, search for Boneheads wherever you get your podcasts or click here.

Joey Ryan and Kenneth Pattengale of the indie folk duo The Milk Carton Kids join Rachel and Olivia on today's episode to chat about their musical influences, the debate over saying "Merry Christmas" versus "Happy Holidays," and they perform a song from their upcoming, "Christmas in A Minor Key" album, set to release on Friday, November 29th. You can discover more about The Milk Carton Kids and download their Christmas album at themilkcartonkids.com or on their Instagram page, @TheMilkCartonKids Broad Ideas is sponsored by Jenni Kayne. From now through the end of November, our listeners get 25% off your first order when you use code ideas15 at jennikayne.com. 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 checkout

Today, Sarah Drew (known for Grey's Anatomy and Everwood) joins Rachel and Olivia for an insightful conversation. They dive into topics like parenthood, navigating amusement park rides with anxiety, her time on Grey's Anatomy, the shared connection between Rachel, Sarah, and Everwood, and Sarah’s exciting new Hallmark Plus series, Mistletoe Murders. Broad Ideas is sponsored by IQ Bar, 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 Revision Skincare, go to https://revisionskincare.com/ and check out their C+ Correcting Serum.

Rainey Qualley (Booksmart, Ocean's Eight) joins Rachel and Olivia today where they discuss her pregnancy, growing up with a famous family, soul mates and her upcoming film, Pig Hill that also stars Olivia! Broad Ideas is sponsored by Blissy is offering 60-nights risk-free PLUS an additional 30% off when you shop atBlissy.com/RACHEL 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 J-L-O Beauty. Go to jlobeauty.com/broadideas for 20%off and THREE FREE GIFTS-a one hundred and seventy-five dollar value

Michael Cassidy (The OC, Waco: Aftermath) joins Rachel and Olivia today where they discuss behind the scenes bloopers of The OC, married life, social media and cheeseburgers of course. 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 Thrive Causematics, you can get an exclusive 20% off your firstorder atthrivecausemetics.com/BROADo Broad Ideas is sponsored by Posh Peanut. Go to postpeanut.com/broad and use promo code BROAD for 20% off your first order.

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 thousand 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 checkout

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 checkout

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/RACHEL 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.

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.

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 checkout Broad Ideas is sponsored by Quince, Go to quince.com/ideas for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

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

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 checkout

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.

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.

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!

Melissa Fumero (Brooklyn Nine-Nine, One Life to Live) talks to Rachel and Olivia about her lasting relationships, managing career and motherhood and of course Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Listen to Melissa's new podcast “More Better” from iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Podcast Network Official link: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-more-better-with-stephani-177232170/ 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 checkout

Brittany Snow (Pitch Perfect, X) talks to Rachel and Olivia about her path to becoming a film director, how she channels any painful experiences in her life into something useful and creative. She also discusses her father's diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease. 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 Posh Peanut. Go to postpeanut.com/broad and use promo code BROAD for 20% off your first order.

Peter Weber (The Bachelor and The Traitors) talks to Rachel and Olivia about his time on The Bachelor, being a United Airlines pilot and what it was like to grow up in a pilot family. They also discuss Peter’s dating status, his time on The Traitors and what it’s like working with Alan Cummings. Broad Ideas is supported by Osea. Get 10% off your first order, site with code BROAD at OSEAMalibu.com