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04.18.2020

The BRO.C - S3 E2 - The Shape Of Things To Come (with Dayna Bowers)

NEW CHARACTER ALERT! Oh boy. Join us as we talk Season 3 Episode 2, The Shape of Things to Come! Dayna Bowers returns to chat with us about the introduction of THE Taylor Townsend, we ask "where has she been...

03.27.2020

The BRO.C - S3 E1 - The Aftermath

Here we are: SEASON 3! Someone shot someone, SUM. Join us for a surprisingly alive Trey, better-than-Jafar villian Julie Cooper does her thing, Jeri Ryan wants to kiss Kirsten maybe, a load of tangents, the core 4 are back and...

02.13.2020

The BRO.C - S2 E24 - The Dearly Beloved (with Shane Madej)

Mmm Whatcha Saaaaay! This week on the cast we unpack the Season 2 finale, The Dearly Beloved with returning guest and BRO.C fave, Shane Madej! We talk about death-by-pool, how David Koechner is the kindest man, peace out (temporarily) to...

01.30.2020

The BRO.C - S2 E23 - The O.Sea (with Tim Lay)

It's prom season under the O.Sea! This week, we have the pleasure of inviting back star-guest Tim Lay to chat Season 2 Episode 23, The O.Sea! Might this be a favorite ep? Kirsten is still sneakin' the sauce, the boys...

01.17.2020

The BRO.C - S2 E22 - The Showdown

Solo R&R comin' at ya with Season 2 Episode 22, The Showdown! Oh boy what doesn't happen here? We got more alcoholism, more adult fights, more comic book drama, JuCoo gets hit with D papers, and Kirsten sends the rented...

01.09.2020

The BRO.C - S2 E21 - The Return Of The Nana (with Madeline Queripel & Alex Horab)

We’re back baby! This time for REAL (really!) with an episode from almost TWO years ago. We chat with Madeline Queripel (@hamshears) and Alex Horab about S2 E21 "The Return of the Nana" and it’s got us wishing for Spring...

04.20.2018

The BRO.C - S2 E20 - The O.C. Confidential (with Heather Sundell)

This week Heather Sundell (@misshezah) AKA: The biggest Dawson’s Creek Fan in existence joins us to chat all things teen dramas. We also talk Heather’s high school OC experience, sororities, Death Cab, The Bait Shop location, MARKETING, career aspirations in...

04.06.2018

The BRO.C - S2 E19 - The Rager (with Tim Lay)

This week, we welcome the wonderful Tim Lay (of Octagon Entertainment) and chat S2 E19 "The Rager". We discuss what Riverside is really like, stanning, Pinterest, Seth's "terrible twos", girls liking comic books, Trey being "Treyble" again, Marissa being less...

03.12.2018

The BRO.C - S2 E18 - The Risky Business (with Ryan Mooge)

After a LONG hiatus. Has it been a year already? We discuss our comeback with the lovely and talented Ryan Mooge (@ShippleDips). We chat S2 E18 "The Risky Business" and get schooled on Risky Business (the movie. We also discuss...

03.03.2018

The BRO.C - S2 E17 - The Brothers Grim (with Claudia Restrepo)

Guess who's back? Back again? Trey is back. And so is the wildly talented, beautiful, and successful bad ass Buzzfeed Lady, Claudia Restrepo (@clauddog)! This episode, we chat S2 E17 "The Brothers Grim" and jump back in to the Julie...

06.02.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E16 - The Blaze of Glory (with Dayna Bowers)

And we're back, baby! We had the tremendous joy of inviting back improvisor/illustrator/awesome human Dayna Bowers (@daynab) to chat S2 E16 "The Blaze of Glory". We also get to talk beach bon fires, tribal horse burning, Dayna's dad / OC...

05.05.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E15 - The Mallpisode (with Shane Madej)

This week, we had the pleasure of inviting back Buzzfeed teen heartthrob, Shane Madej (@shanemadej , @shalexandej ) to discuss his love of Malls! We also discuss the best Mall in the country (Woodfield Mall), The Americana at Brand, Marissa...

04.20.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E14 - The Rainy Day Women (with Trevor Reece)

This week on the pod, we have returning delightful O.C fan and knower of all comic book things, Trevor Reece (@trevorcopter, @Po2W_Flash)! The #midseasonslump is OVER as we chat S2 E14 "The Rainy Day Women". We also discuss technicalities of...

04.14.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E13 - The Father Knows Best (with Elle Eckley)

This week, we welcome super funny pal Elle Eckley (@elleeckley) to chat S2 E13 "The Father Knows Best". We go in-depth about Dream, N'Sync, why Marissa sucks, the need for Seth & Summer to be together, the weirdest thing to...

04.06.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E12 - The Lonely Hearts Club (with Berit Stingley)

This week, we welcome back our delightful friend and O.C expert Berit Stingley who regales us with tales of "The Arches" and other general O.C. knowledge. We chat S2 E12 "The Lonely Hearts Club" and discuss...THE KISS, Seth's coffee consumption,...

03.31.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E11 - The Second Chance

This week on the pod, Ryan & Roxy go solo again for S2 E11 "The Second Chance". Will they survive this #midseasonslump? Will they botch their own show intro? Other subjects include "Rebecca's" NYPD Blue career, "where has Julie gone?",...

03.23.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E10 - The Accomplice

Your OG BFF's return for S2 E10 "The Accomplice"! We discuss the sweetest moment we've seen in quite a few eps, Seth's art skills, being over Zack & Lindsay, the Rebecca storyline, Marissa & Alex's budding galmance and Sandy &...

03.15.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E9 - The Ex Factor (with Joe Prettyman)

This week, we welcome back CW Seed insider and delightful guest Joe Prettyman to chat S2 E9 "The Ex Factor". We discuss fake O.C. teens' REAL problems during the Iraq war, how this episode would have played out in 2017,...

03.03.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E8 - The Power of Love (with Matt Moore)

This week on the BRO.C, we chat S2 E8 with returning guest and favorite Matt Moore (@thatmattmoore). We also discuss DJ & Marissa's boring relationship, how this was a weird episode, how Sandy should have sung "The Power of Love"...

02.22.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E7 - The Family Ties

This week we dive deep into S2 E7 "The Family Ties" and talk about teenage drinking, almost incest, relating to Marissa, Caleb's ugly fancy car, Jimmy finally making the right decision, "Bad Boy" Seth, Sandy knowing the "John" was gone,...

02.16.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E6 - The Chrismukkah That Almost Wasn't (with Kevin Manwarren)

This week we bring you the best: Kevin Manwarren (@kevinmanwarren)! We chat S2 E6 "The Chrismukkah That Almost Wasn't". We also discuss Summer's questionable actions, Seth's paltry efforts to make Chrismukkah a "thing", Lindsay, poor party planning, mansplaining, MRI's, our...

02.09.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E5 - The SnO.C - (with Kelly Nugent)

This week we welcome the most delighful queen, Kelly Nugent (@kellynugee) to chat S2 E5 "The SnO.C". We also discuss Lindsay's Freud slippers, gifs, Ryan's bad haircut, shipping Seth & Summer, our teen selves, Marissa planning the SnO.C, Alex's toughness,...

02.01.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E4 - The New Era (with Erin Cantelo)

This week we welcome pal Erin Cantelo to chat S2 E4 “The New Era”. We also discuss teen dramas, politics, writing choices, our love for Seth, science and alternative facts, our local “Bait Shop”, Slack, Erasure, Noname, Sherlock, The CW’s...

01.25.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E3 - The New Kids On The Block (with Dan Foster)

We are very excited to welcome back one of our faves Dan Foster (@fosterthanaspeedingbullet) to chat S2 E3 "The New Kids On The Block"! We also talk about Lindsay, Alex and Zach, reactionary gifs, physics and teamwork, Julie as CEO,...

01.18.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E2 - The Way We Were (with Emily Felsenthal)

This week we discuss S2 E2 "The Way We Were" with the wonderful Emily Felsenthal (@msfels) who LOVES Jimmy Cooper (and Seth). Listen past the end music to hear the results of our "Which O.C. Character Are You" quiz! We...

01.11.2017

The BRO.C - S2 E1 - The Distance

It's our SEASON 2 PREMIERE! We revert to our S1 E1 ways and do a podcast all on our own. We obviously chat S2 E1 "The Distance" but also talk about our favorite TV tantrum, the deepest bromance, selfish Seth,...

01.04.2017

The BRO.C - Bonus Minisode (with Dayna Bowers)

Bonus Minisode 3 is here with the lovely Dayna Bowers (@daynab)! This is from S1 E22 "The L.A." so naturally, we talk about all things LA.! We touch on internships, meeting famous people, going out, improv, Apple, transplant accents, Gilmore...

12.29.2016

The BRO.C - Bonus Minisode (with Trevor Reece)

Hope everyone had a great Chrismukkah! 'Tis the season for another BRO.C Bonus Episode! This one is from S1 E19 "The Heartbreak" with our dear friend and fellow podcaster Trevor Reece (@trevorcopter, @Po2W_Flash). There is some fun content for big...

12.22.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E27 - The Ties That Bind (with Shane Madej)

IT'S THE SEASON FINALE! What better way to wrap it all up than have our O.C. OG BFF Shane Madej (@shalexandej) chat S1 E27 "The Ties That Bind". We also talk about the finale centering around Theresa's pregnancy, dead eyes,...

12.08.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E26 - The Strip (with Veronica Gruba)

This week, we have comedian, podcast host and true delight Veronica Gruba (@vtown, @whoweusedtobepodcast) to chat S1 E26 "The Strip". We also discuss The Vegas, Marissa's neediness, Ryan's meddling, the Seth/Sandy bromance, real-life run-ins with strippers, "sushi? beer?", teen pregnancy,...

12.01.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E25 - The Shower (with Ryan Mogge)

This week we welcome improviser and host of Nerdist School Network podcasts Hellmouthy (@hellmouthy) and Tall Dark & Broody Ryan Mogge (@rmogge) to chat S1 E25 "The Shower". We also discuss The O.C.'s handling of a domestic abuse storyline, the...

11.17.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E23 - The Nana (with Robert Boesel)

This week, we welcome author/writer/host Robert Boesel (@robobasil, @lablocks, Adult Stuff) to chat S1 E23 "The Nana". We also discuss Sandy and Sophie's relationship, Ryan saving Marissa AGAIN, Eddie & Theresa putting up with rich OC kids, Kirsten's neck scarf,...

11.09.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E22 - The L.A. (with Dayna Bowers)

Improvisor/illustrator/awesome human Dayna Bowers (@daynab) joins us this week to chat S1 E22 "The L.A.". We also discuss living in Los Angeles, traffic, how often we party, Balboa Island, dailies, dads relating to Sandy, interning with Peter Gallagher's son, exfoliating,...

11.02.2016

The BRO.C - Bonus Minisode (with Kristin Schukar)

In our first short Bonus Episode we revisit S1 E18 "The Truth" with our friend Kristin Schukar and talk about our origins watching the show together and separately, as well as our time in college.

10.28.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E21 - The Goodbye Girl (with CeCe Garcia)

Dear friend and writer CeCe Garcia (@ilaughatme) joins us to chat S1 E21 "The Goodbye Girl". We also discuss LA neighborhoods, taco trucks, Chrysler Le Barons, stalking, Seth's self-absorption, Marissa's redeeming qualities, Peter Gallagher/Sandy as a dad, Luke's love affair...

10.19.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E20 - The Telenovela (with Matt Moore)

This week we welcome dear friend, actor and writer of Adult Stuff, Matt Moore (@thatMattMoore, @fakeyoga, themattmoore.com) to chat S1 E20 “The Telenovela”. Matt brings his own real-time reaction audio clips and we discuss the logistics of Luke being 18,...

10.12.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E19 - The Heartbreak (with Trevor Reece)

This week on the BRO.C, we have the great Podcast of Two Worlds host (@po2w_flash) and Nerdist House Team member Trevor Reece (@trevorcopter)! We chat S1 E19 "The Heartbreak" and also talk about the musical "You're A Good Man Charlie...

10.05.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E18 - The Truth (with Kristin Schukar)

This week on the show, we have OG BFF Kristin Schukar. We go back to our college days to talk about our origins watching the show together and discuss S1 E18 "The Truth". We also chat too much about Oliver,...

09.30.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E17 - The Rivals (with Claudia Restrepo)

This week, we have Buzzfeed producer and wonderful human Claudia Restrepo to chat S1 E17 “The Rivals”. We also discuss weird O.C. fashion choices, owning the same pillows as the Cohens, more Seth love, Josh Schwartz’ comedy, Danny being in...

09.21.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E16 - The Links (with Danielle Uhlarik)

We welcome writer/improviser/true delight, Danielle Uhlarik (@danielleu) to chat S1 E16 "The Links". We also discuss Oliver as Wario, golf cart etiquette, being a caddy, Chicago’s coldness, moving to LA, patterns & themes in The O.C., Ryan’s golfing days with...

09.14.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E15 - The Third Wheel (with Casey Trela)

This week on the BRO.C, we welcome musician Casey Trela (@casetrela) of TUFT (@tuftmusic), (who composed and recorded our wonderful theme song), to chat S1 E15 "The Third Wheel." We reminisce about 2004, ROONEY, 9/11, first concerts, buying music and...

09.07.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E14 - The Countdown (with Sara Rubin)

Fantastic and delightful pal Sara Rubin (@sweetestsara) joins us for a S1 E14 "The Countdown" chat! We get a “teen” perspective, try out a new introduction, discuss watching Wildboyz, The O.C.'s attainable outfits, teens acting like teens, MTV VJs, TRL’s...

08.31.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E13 - The Best Chrismukkah Ever (with Justin Michael)

This week we welcome writer/improviser/director/podcast host Justin Michael(@heyjustin)to chat about S1 E13 "The Best Chrismukkah Ever" We discover this episode is much sadder than we remember and we also chat about the holidays, Fringe, Seth's terrible two-timing, the comfort of...

08.24.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E12 - The Secret (with Joe Bubel)

We welcome Schaumburg pal Joe Bubel (@joeprettyman) on the BRO.C to chat S1 E12 "The Secret". We also talk about working with Taylor Swift & The Jonas Brothers, the CW network, Ryan’s obsession with Newport Lexus, dated technological equipment, Betty...

08.17.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E11 - The Homecoming (with Madeline Walter)

We welcome actor/writer/podcast host Madeline Walter (@madelinemwalter, @definitelydying) to chat about S1 E11 "The Homecoming". We also talk about vaginal cleansing wipe commercials, we invite Josh Schwartz to our "Friendsgiving", once again talk about Chino, analyze OC timelines, the faux-pas...

08.10.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E10 - The Perfect Couple (with Alex Richanbach)

This week we have director/filmmaker/Seth Cohen superfan Alex Richanbach (@AlexRichanbach)on the pod to chat about S1 E10 “The Perfect Couple”. This is our Sethpisode! We talk about Seth, but we also talk DVR’s, flashing back to puberty, STD billboards, making...

08.03.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E9 - The Heights (with Marissa Strickland)

On this episode of the BRO.C, we welcome writer & improvisor Marissa Strickland (@marisagogo)to chat about S1 E9 "The Heights". We also play the longest most dramatic clip we've heard thus far, talk about the Triforce as it very loosely...

07.27.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E8 - The Rescue (with Jon Mackey)

One of Roxy's best friends writer, director, improvisor, editor Jon Mackey (@itsjonmackey) joins us for S1 E8 “The Rescue” to chat about music in The O.C., Task Rabbit, Seth as comedic relief, Ryan's maturity and chemistry with sandy, why...

07.21.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E7 - The Escape (with Ben Axelrad)

One of our favorite humans, writer, teacher, Definitely Dying podcast host Ben Axelrad (@BenAxelrad) joins us for S1 E7 “The Escape” to chat about Jimmy’s lunacy, Seth & Ryan’s bromance, the midwest version of Tijuana, why it’s so difficult to...

07.13.2016

The BRO.C - S1 E6 - The Girlfriend (with Caitlin Barlow)

Our powerhouse pal Caitlin Barlow (@caitlin_barlow)joins us to talk S1E6 "The Girlfriend". We also discuss Trump in 2003 vs. 2016, bad dads, female empowerment, Marissa & Luke's first time, recovering from being shot, the term "Maryan" (Marissa & Ryan), cats...

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