Best Rachel Bilson Podcasts (2025)

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Gabrielle Bernstein Returns to Discuss Her Book, Manifestations, and the Spiritual Realm 1:03:19

1d ago1:03:19

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Gabrielle Bernstein (author, spiritual leader) returns to discuss her tenth book, Self Help and new manifestations tactics. To learn more about Gabby, head over to gabbybernstein.com. Broad Ideas is sponsored by Mint Mobile. Switch to Mint and new customers can get half off anUnlimited plan until February 2. To get your new wireless plan for just $…

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112. The Superhero in the Alley (with Elizabeth Benjamin) 54:05

1h ago54:05

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Brennan and Booth are here to save the day (as always) in this comic-book-themed episode about a young, nerdy “superhero” who died protecting others. Emily has plenty of cold goss, including why she was in tears while filming, and how Aaron Paul’s guest appearance as a morose comic store owner/artist with swoopy bangs might have launched his career…

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Dissecting Zack Addy with Eric Millegan 51:43

6d ago51:43

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We are so thrilled to be joined today by Eric Millegan — that’s right, the one and only Zackaroni, Zack Addy! Emily and Eric’s friendship has endured long after the cameras stopped rolling, and it’s time for them to catch up, reminisce and gossip. Eric recounts the story of the charmed trip to LA when he landed the role of Zack, and how it all coin…

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Scoot McNairy on Fatherhood, Being Dyslexic, and Bob Dylan 1:56:48

8d ago1:56:48

1:56:48

Scoot McNairy (A Complete Unknown, Nightbitch, Speak No Evil) joins Rachel and Olivia on today’s episode for a candid conversation about parenthood, learning disabilities, and their long-lasting friendship. Scoot also shares some hilarious anecdotes about Rachel’s passion for fashion and takes a tour through her current closet. Don't miss Scoot in …

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Introducing: Fail Better with David Duchovny 1:05:13

13d ago1:05:13

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Today we’re sharing an episode of a show we think you’ll love! It’s called Fail Better and it’s hosted by David Duchony from the X Files and Californication. Fail Better focuses on our collective fear of failure through conversations with artists, athletes, actors, writers, and more about how it’s actually failure – not success – that shapes who we…

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Introducing: Born to Love 40:03

20d ago40:03

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This week, we’re sharing a show called Born To Love. It’s hosted by Ellie Kemper (from The Office and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) and her fantastically funny friend, Scott Eckert. And on this show, people talk about what they love! Every week, Ellie and Scott sit down with a special guest, and the whole episode is focused on that guest’s secret pass…

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111. The Woman in the Car (with Dwight Little) 47:40

27d ago47:40

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It’s our first ride-along episode! And it’s about a car! Perfect. To help break down this action-packed and emotionally driven episode, Emily and Carla are joined by Dwight Little, who directed a whopping 23 episodes over the span of the series. Dwight shares plenty of insights from decades in the film and television industry, including how he firs…

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Ian Harding on Honesty, Leaving Los Angeles, and Our Little Secret 1:35:55

30d ago1:35:55

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Ian Harding (Pretty Little Liars ,Our Little Secret) joins Rachel and Olivia today for a lively conversation covering a range of topics, including favorite foods, honesty, career insights, relationship dynamics, and his holiday film Our Little Secret, now streaming on Netflix. Don’t forget to follow Ian on Instagram at @ianmharding! Broad Ideas is …

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110. The Woman at the Airport 48:58

1M ago48:58

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This week on Boneheads, we’re headed to LA – the land of palm trees, Skybar, and… murder. Emily shares multiple stories about David Boreanaz attempting to set her up with various eligible bachelors, including the hotel bartender from this week’s episode. The conversation takes a deeper turn as Emily and Carla discuss the culture of plastic surgery …

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Erin & Sara Foster on Nobody Wants This, Nepo Babies, and Humbling Moments 1:27:28

1M ago1:27:28

1:27:28

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 …

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109. The Man in the Fallout Shelter 41:47

1M ago41:47

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We don’t like to play favorites, but for this episode, we’ll make an exception. That’s right – today we’re talking about the beloved Bones Christmas episode, The Man in the Fallout Shelter. Emily and Carla share some cold goss about which Bones cast member would be most likely to spread a deadly fungus to their coworkers in real life. Then, they un…

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Melissa Palmer on Hippie Communes and creating Osea with her mom 1:18:04

1M ago1:18:04

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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 sh…

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BONUS Episode: Introducing Boneheads with with Emily Deschanel and Carla Gallo 1:01:05

2M ago1:01:05

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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 long…

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Introducing: Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson 1:22:03

2M ago1:22:03

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This week we're excited to tell you about Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson. If you're into fun, candid conversations about life, relationships, and everything in between, you’ve got to check it out. Rachel and her longtime best friend Olivia Allen dive into the highs and lows of life with refreshing honesty, humor, and a whole lot of heart. In fact, …

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The Milk Carton Kids on Music Inspirations, Growing up in LA, and Chrismukkah 2:05:07

2M ago2:05:07

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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 ca…

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Directing Bones (with Greg Yaitanes) 57:59

2M ago57:59

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What famous movie star auditioned for the role of Zack Addy? What was really in that Christmas present from Brennan’s parents? And who the hell is Crazy Dennis? Greg Yaitanes, the director of the Bones pilot, answers all this and more in this week’s episode of Boneheads. Greg, the Emmy award-winning director of House, Banshee, House of the Dragon, …

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Sarah Drew on Parenthood, Mistletoe Murders, and Grey's Anatomy 1:17:40

2M ago1:17:40

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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…

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108. The Girl in the Fridge 40:52

2M ago40:52

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Boner Alert! In today’s episode, we dive into Brennan’s first love interest on the show: her former anthropology professor, Dr. Michael Stires. Emily dishes out some cold goss about the actor who played Stires (Josh Hopkins), and reveals a surprising connection he had with one of her friends. Emily also shares insights about filming that sex scene …

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Rainey Qualley on Pregnancy, Soulmates, and Old Wives Tales 1:21:51

2M ago1:21:51

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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 s…

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107. A Man on Death Row 51:04

2M ago51:04

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It’s our first Epps-isode! Emily kicks us off with some cold goss about this episode's guest stars, Heath Freeman (Howard Epps) and Rachelle Lefevre (Amy Morton). She and Carla unpack that iconic opening sequence (Booth: Reason for wanting a gun? Brennan: To shoot people), and Emily talks about what it was like filming those fun, playful scenes wit…

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Michael Cassidy on The OC, Marriage, and Famous Encounters 1:23:33

2M ago1:23:33

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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…

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Creating Bones (with Hart Hanson) 1:08:09

3M ago1:08:09

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It’s a Hart Hanson special! This week on Boneheads, Emily and Carla are joined by none other than the creator of Bones himself, Hart Hanson. Get the ultimate insider scoop as Hart dives into everything that brought the iconic show to life – from his journey to joining the project, to casting Emily as Brennan, and unforgettable memories from filming…

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Reshma Saujani on Girls who Code, Gender Dynamics, and Women Aging 1:08:33

3M ago1:08:33

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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 …

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106. The Man in the Wall 49:04

3M ago49:04

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DC’s hottest club is… Boneheads! This place has everything: flimsy walls, belly button rings, a modern mummy, a forensic anthropologist on meth. That’s right – this week, Emily and Carla are revisiting Episode 106 of Bones, The Man in the Wall. Emily shares behind-the-scenes stories about her club-going outfit, dubbing her lines, and how she prepar…

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Rachel Bloom on Skepticism, Death, and French Fries 1:46:48

3M ago1:46:48

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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 SKI…

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105. A Boy in a Bush 49:27

3M ago49:27

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Come along with Emily and Carla as they unpack the saddest episode of Bones EVER! Emily talks about crying on set, nailing those heart-to-heart scenes with Michaela, and how she managed to shed a single tear in this episode. And just in time for spooky season, the duo share their most frightening makeup, hair, and wardrobe horror stories of all tim…

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Amanda Righetti on Ronald Reagan, Modeling, and Motherhood 1:37:00

3M ago1:37:00

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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 PL…

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104. The Man in the Bear 46:50

3M ago46:50

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This week on Boneheads, we’re going inside the belly of the beast (literally). Emily and Carla take us on a trip to the most sexually charged town in America – Aurora, Washington – where they look back at the many interesting townsfolk Booth and Brennan encountered there, from hot delivery people to cannibalistic doctors. Emily sets the record stra…

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Shailene Woodley on being a Child Actor, Self-Love and Three Women 1:02:28

3M ago1:02:28

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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 fo…

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103. A Boy in a Tree 48:29

4M ago48:29

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Sex. Lies. Blackmail. Suicide. Or is it murder? All of this and more on this week’s episode of Boneheads, as Emily and Carla re-examine the case of Nestor Olivos, elite prep school student and son of the Venezuelan ambassador. They answer all your most pressing questions about those sex tapes – Was it awkward for the actors to film? What’s the deal…

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Emily Deschanel and Carla Gallo on meeting on Bones, Synchronized Swimming, and Medical Mysteries 1:23:30

4M ago1:23:30

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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 …

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102. The Man in the S.U.V. 50:03

4M ago50:03

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This week on Boneheads, Emily Deschanel and Carla “Drama” Gallo unpack everything from the second-ever episode of Bones. They talk about the skin condition, they talk about the flesh-eating beetles, they talk about Tessa! Inspired by the episode's deadly affair, Carla reveals who (or, more accurately, what) she’s currently having a secret love affa…

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Teresa Palmer and Sarah Wright Olsen Return on Sister Wives, Kid Slang, and their Cacao Ceremony 1:37:32

4M ago1:37:32

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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 a…

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Dissecting Jack Hodgins (with T.J. Thyne) 59:41

4M ago59:41

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The jury’s out on whether or not he’s king of the lab, but there’s no doubt about it – T.J. Thyne is the king of our hearts. Emily and Carla sit down (or should we say, snuggle up) with T.J. Thyne, their friend and Bones co-star who played the secretly rich bug and slime expert slash conspiracy theorist, Jack Hodgins, on all 12 seasons of the show.…

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