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, and Presumed Innocent, among others, tells Emily and Carla about casting Emily as Brennan, testing the pilot with audiences, and how the show went from “Brennan” to “Bones.” Plus, he shares behind-the-scenes stories from the other Bones episodes he directed, The Man in the Fallout Shelter and The Woman at the Airport.

 

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Prepare for a thorough examination of how Bones came to be! In this episode we sit down with Executive Producer Barry Josephson as he shares the inside scoop on when he first encountered Kathy Reichs's thrilling novels (spoiler alert: he knew it was gold), the early days of production, and the unforgettable first chemistry read between Emily and David Boreanaz. We'll also hear some surprising stories about Barry’s career, including his time as Whoopi Goldberg's roommate! Emily and Carla discover behind-the-scenes secrets they never knew, and learn more about why we should all be eternally grateful to this man. No Barry, No Bones! So listen up!

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It’s hard to measure our obsession with the lab’s forensic facial reconstructionist Angela Montenegro, compared to the endearing woman who plays her, Michaela Conlin. Luckily, this episode with Michaela is packed with discussions about both of them! Michaela reflects on her time on the show and dives into your listener questions in this all-access interview. We know Angela for her free spirit, zingers, and big heart. But did you know that Michaela is an expert at drawing an ostrich named Ebenezer? Emily, Carla and Michaela dish on all that went on behind the scenes over the years, including Michaela’s audition story, how their friendships formed, and why portraying Angela and Brennan helped give them both more confidence. All that, plus enough giggles to make your cheeks burn from smiling!

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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 the pilot (yes, including the “I can be a duck” scene). Hart talks about saying goodbye to beloved characters like Goodman and Zack, bringing in fan favorites like Cam and Sweets, and how they kept things fresh with a rotating cast of Squinterns. Plus, Hart tells the story of Emily’s Season 1 birthday surprise gone wrong.

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Kathy Reichs is as close to a real-life Temperance Brennan as there is. Forensic anthropologist? Check. Crime-solving genius? Double-check. Best-selling author? Triple-check! Listen again as, Emily and Carla snagged the Real Deal for a chat about her extraordinary life and how she became the inspiration for Bones. From her haunting accounts of real-life murder investigations, to juggling academia, forensics, fiction writing and motherhood, Kathy truly embodies Brennan’s “do-it-all” attitude and aptitude. Plus, she gives the inside scoop on the differences between the Brennan in her books and the Brennan we all know and love from the TV Series. Kathy has all the answers to your burning questions in this can’t-miss interview!

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Hi Boneheads! While we're on break, we wanted to share with you Emily's episode on David Duchovny's podcast Fail Better. Behind Emily's amazing performance as Brennan, she was battling a lot. She was diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia at a young age, so she often struggled to master the intricate anatomical jargon week after week. Pushing through panic attacks on set and challenging moments with showrunner Hart Hanson, Emily persevered, going on to carry one of television's longest-running dramas. Emily and David look back at her career and unpack the very real demands of balancing constant filming with mental health, as well as raising a family. They even talk about David's experience directing her on Bones!

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Hey Boneheads! We're taking a break, but we're bringing back this ride along with Patricia Belcher. She's the actor behind beloved no-nonsense attorney, Caroline Julien. Since this was her first appearance on Bones, Patricia has all the cold goss on this New Orleans episode. She gives us her hot takes on the voodoo, the overly gruesome murders, and how David Boreanaz loved her character so much, he told the writers to bring her back! And good thing they did, because some of Patricia’s favorite all time scenes are helping Booth and Brennan FINALLY admit their feelings for each other. But, we’re getting ahead of ourselves! 

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BYOB and get tipsy with Carla and Emily as they guide Derek Waters (Drunk History) through episode 207 “The Girl with the Curl.” Can they successfully explain this wacky episode of “Bones” while boozed? Plus, they talk about Emily’s cameo on American Idol and the guest actress that eventually starred in “Modern Family.”

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A hotel explosion turned murder cover up leads the Jeffersonian team down a rabbit hole. They come up against a formidable opponent: diplomatic immunity. Carla and Emily talk about Danny Woodburn’s stellar performance, insensitive behavior from Brennan, and the wild logistics of this episode’s murder. Plus, Carla got whisked away to a birthday surprise mid-Boneheads meeting! 

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The Jeffersonian tackles their grossest cadaver yet. It’s a crime involving stolen money, infidelity and a Godiva 3000. Carla and Emily question how the victim has the time for not one, but two families. Plus, we’re joined by guest star Melinda McGraw. She talks about her personal connection to the episode, which features a playground specifically for special needs kids. 

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