Boneheads with Emily Deschanel and Carla Gallo

Lemonada Media

It’s time to travel back to the Jeffersonian – this time, with an insider tour from the squint squad who made “Bones” one of the longest-running primetime dramas in TV history. Emily Deschanel (Dr. Temperance “Bones” Brennan) and Carla Gallo (Daisy Wick) are besties who met on set and are ready to take you back to the beginning, episode by episode. How did the show start?  Which first-season episode aired out of order? Why did the Angelator become the Angelatron? And shouldn’t Brennan have been wearing gloves or something when she was reconstructing that skull? (The answer is yes.) Emily and Carla will also interview the cast, the crew, the directors, and the producers who made the show so special. Whether you’re a new watcher or already King of the Lab, we promise this rewatch will save you from ever saying “I don’t know what that means” again.

  • 51 minutes 16 seconds
    Dissecting Angela Montenegro with Michaela Conlin

    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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    12 March 2025, 7:30 am
  • 50 minutes 50 seconds
    Ep 117. The Skull in the Desert

    Break out your desert attire — this week we’re trying to unravel the mystery around Angela’s part-time lover, who has unfortunately become just a dusty skull. But don’t be sad! Because, guess what? Michaela Conlin is here to discuss this Angela-centric episode — including the heartbreak her character was feeling. Emily and Michaela talk about peyote and Palmdale (the rare overnight shooting location) and unpack why this episode was a turning point for the friendship between Brennan and Angela. You’ll get all that plus Emily and Carla’s signature look at a case filled with mystical visions, counterfeit bills and slack-jawed coyotes. 

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    5 March 2025, 8:30 am
  • 51 minutes 22 seconds
    Ep 116. The Woman in the Tunnel

    The Jeffersonian crew descends into the depths of another murder on this spectacularly subterranean storyline. Turns out, there’s not just a dead body in the tunnels below D.C., there’s secret treasure, underground societies and even a love triangle. There’s also plenty of cold goss down there (or, as Emily reveals, on the Fox sound stage) including a cast member from The Office who played a pivotal role. Plus this episode’s victim, Marni, joins us from beyond the grave! Guest star Fay Wolf catches up with Emily and Carla to discuss her role and gives the inside scoop on what it’s like to get uploaded to the Angelator. Grab your flashlight and climbing gear, we’re going deep!

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    26 February 2025, 8:30 am
  • 59 minutes
    Inspiring Bones with Kathy Reichs

    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! This week, 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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    19 February 2025, 8:30 am
  • 52 minutes 53 seconds
    115. Two Bodies in the Lab

    What’s better than one body in the lab? Two bodies in the lab! The Booth and Brennan Love Meter is off the charts in this pivotal and memorable episode featuring a dead mob boss, a sadistic serial killer and a corrupt FBI agent. Despite the gunshots and exploding refrigerators, the real action is between our two co-stars with enough tension to make anyone “hot-blooded” (cue the air guitar). Emily bravely recounts her near-miss with a flaming stunt double (yikes!) and analyzes the early signs of Booth and Brennan's feelings for each other. And because we like to keep things real, Carla regales us with the thrilling saga of her colonoscopy prep, reminding us all about the importance of preventative care.

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    12 February 2025, 8:30 am
  • 48 minutes 11 seconds
    114. The Man on the Fairway

    Oh gosh, there are too many mysteries to count in this episode! The team is called to a fairway to confirm the victims of a small private plane crash, only to find two mysterious victims: one who wasn’t supposed to be on the plane and one from long before the crash. Then there's Jesse Kane, the handsome, brooding enigma who might have killed his dad and definitely has a crush on Brennan. Emily and Carla ponder all their own lingering queries, including this episode's iconic (horrific) use of a woodchipper, and discuss the logistics on various filming locations. But the biggest question of all hangs heavy in the air: Can Booth finally help Brennan uncover the mystery of her missing parents?

     

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    5 February 2025, 8:30 am
  • 56 minutes 34 seconds
    Producing Bones (with Barry Josephson)

    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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    29 January 2025, 8:30 am
  • 52 minutes 12 seconds
    113. The Woman in the Garden

    It’s a gritty case this week full of gangs, gardens and guns galore. Not without its cringe moments, at the core of this week’s episode is a still-relevant exploration of the tough choices immigrant families are forced to make. After checking in with each other about the L.A. wildfires, Emily and Carla dig in on this horticultural episode, unearthing plenty of cold goss (bad wigs, vegan pupusas), and Emily learns just how young Carla was when she began her professional acting career. Grab your trowel, everyone, and let’s get in the weeds on Bones!

    RIP to Jeannot Szwarc. We’ll miss you!

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    22 January 2025, 8:30 am
  • 54 minutes 5 seconds
    112. The Superhero in the Alley (with Elizabeth Benjamin)

    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. Plus, Carla recounts working with Aaron years later on a huge blockbuster. Later on, this episode’s writer, Elizabeth Benjamin, calls in from her writers room during lunch break to give her insights on how they created such a fully realized world for the comics-obsessed teens at the center of the story. 

    Please note: Emily and Carla recorded this episode before the Los Angeles wildfires began. You'll hear them talk about a recent audition which happened a few weeks ago. Emily and Carla are safe and their hearts are with the rest of their LA community. 

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    15 January 2025, 8:30 am
  • 51 minutes 43 seconds
    Dissecting Zack Addy with Eric Millegan

    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 coincided with his diagnosis and treatment for bipolar disorder. Emily and Eric share plenty of stories from set, and Eric explains how it all went down when he found out he wasn’t going to be a series regular. Plus, Carla discusses why she feels her (and her character’s) fate is so entwined with Eric’s. It’s an all Zack-cess interview with everyone’s favorite genius (who can’t drive)!

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    8 January 2025, 8:30 am
  • 47 minutes 40 seconds
    111. The Woman in the Car (with Dwight Little)

    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 first got started on Bones by directing this very episode. The three of them unpack the ways Season 1 was still searching for the right tone, and the stellar performances that made this a standout episode. 

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    18 December 2024, 8:30 am
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