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Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald

iHeart Podcast Network

You know what's long, tedious and boring? Surgery. You know what isn't? This new podcast! Join Scrubs co-stars and real-life best friends Zach Braff and Donald Faison for a weekly comedy podcast where they relive the hit TV show, one episode at a time. Each week, these BFFs will discuss an episode of Scrubs, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reminiscing on some of their favorite memories from filming. They’ll also connect with Scrubs super fans and feature beloved show cast members for exclusive interviews.

Location:

United States

Genres:

Comedy

Description:

You know what's long, tedious and boring? Surgery. You know what isn't? This new podcast! Join Scrubs co-stars and real-life best friends Zach Braff and Donald Faison for a weekly comedy podcast where they relive the hit TV show, one episode at a time. Each week, these BFFs will discuss an episode of Scrubs, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reminiscing on some of their favorite memories from filming. They’ll also connect with Scrubs super fans and feature beloved show cast members for exclusive interviews.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Real Friends Classic: 114 - My Drug Buddy

4/3/2025
On this week's episode, JD learns his new girlfriend has a secret drug habit. In the real world, Zach and Donald talk about theater camp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:20:07

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Real Friends Classic: 113 - My Balancing Act with Michael Spiller

4/1/2025
On this week's episode, JD tries to balance his new girlfriend, and his job as a medical intern. In real life, Zach and Donald speak with Michael Spiller about directing episodes of Scrubs, and how he made the move from cinematographer on Sex and the City to directing his first episode of television. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:31:47

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Real Friends Classic: 112 - My Blind Date

3/27/2025
On this week's episode, JD's stuck babysitting a patient, but the mystery patient could become a new love interest. In the real world, Zach and Donald discuss their eels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:21:04

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Blockbuster Musicals with Jon M. Chu + Myron Kerstein of Wicked

3/25/2025
Zach and Donald welcome the director and editor of Wicked, Jon M. Chu and Myron Kerstein to the show. We try to get more information on Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, what it was like listening to Cynthia Erivo sing, and how Ariana Grande nailed the comedy for the Popular scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:35:39

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Real Friends Classic: 111 - My Own Personal Jesus

3/18/2025
In this week's episode, Turk questions his faith after a particularly difficult Christmas in the ER. In the real world, Zach and Donald recount the inspirations behind one of the best dream sequences in Scrubs' history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:14:14

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110 My Nickname With Bill Lawrence

3/13/2025
On this week's episode of Scrubs, JD and Carla's friendship hits a rough patch, and reoccurring character Jill Tracy makes her debut. In the real world, Zach and Donald welcome back their first repeat guest, Bill Lawrence! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:26:58

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Judy Reyes, Queen of TV

3/11/2025
All hail the return of our Queen! Judy Reyes, known to many of you as Carla, never stays off TV too long. She tells Zach and Donald about her latest hit, High Potential. She also relays her fears about raising a trans child and shares her hopes for a new season of Scrubs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:55:20

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Real Friends Classic: 109 - My Day Off

3/6/2025
On this week's episode, JD gets a day off! Then he get's appendicitis. And Turk's going to operate?! In the real world Zach and Donald share their memories of the late great Sam Lloyd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:04:01

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Leila George and the Secrets of Disney World

3/4/2025
Leila George stunned audiences as Young Catherine in Alfonso Cuarón's Disclaimer on Apple TV+. Playing Cate Blanchette's younger self is a unique challenge, particularly when they only had one day together. George talks to Zach and Donald about how she and her father, Vincent D'Onofrio, bonded at the most magical place in the world, Disney Land, her love for the secret Club 33, and the best park in Disney World. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:56:12

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Real Friends Classic: 108 - My Fifteen Minutes with Judy Reyes

2/27/2025
JD and Turk save a cameraman's life in this week's episode. But Turk doesn't like when he's made to be the poster minority for the hospital. In real life, Donald and Zach are joined by Carla, aka Judy Reyes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:12:57

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Katie Lowes, Every Pretzel You've Ever had is a Piece of Crap

2/25/2025
Katie Lowe's career is incredibly diverse. But when she was put into Waitress the Broadway musical, she relied on her experience giving birth to remind herself nothing was impossible. She discusses how to get ready for a show in 18 days, her love of SMASH, plus how her side hustle Schappy Pretzle took off during the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:22:38

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Real Friends Classic - 107: My Super Ego with John C. McGinley

2/20/2025
On this week's episode of Scrubs, there's a new hotshot intern at Sacred Heart. JD's place at the top of his class may be in jeopardy. Meanwhile, in the real world, John C. McGinley join Zach and Donald as they remember 9/11. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:16:41

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Zach Cherry, Do a Flip Severance Guy

2/18/2025
Zach Cherry found fame in an odd way, he had a single line in a Spider-Man film and became an overnight success. Of course, things always look different on the inside. Zach and Donald discuss whether or not his second appearance in the MCU is conncected to his first. Plus we talk all things Severance. The Apple TV+ show has gained a huge following since it's first season, and for Zach it was an immersion in working with some of the greatest talents in Hollywood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:00:36

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Real Friends Classic -106: My Bad

2/13/2025
This week, JD doesn't trust Turk to perform surgery on him. Dr. Cox remains suspended, and his student just slept with his ex-wife. Back in reality, Zach and Donald discuss Scrubs early advocacy for therapy. Gather 'round to hear out Scrubs Rewatch Show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:59:07

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Jillian Turecki, Relationships are Projection

2/11/2025
Jillian Turecki, aka the breakup fairy godmother, has been Zach's lifeline as he explores dating. Her unique approach to relationship advice, heavily influenced by her years as a yoga instructor, is to instill in her clients the ability to look into the mirror and confront their patterns with confidence. Zach and Donald discuss resentment, communication, and what makes a person feel safe in a relationship. Plus, a visit from CaCee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:16:47

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Real Friends Classic - 105: My Two Dads

2/6/2025
In episode 105, JD's torn between the compassionate care of Dr. Cox, and the financially practical Dr, Kelso. Meanwhile, Turk gave Carla an ass pen as a gift. In the real world, Donald does a deep dive into his Star Wars obsession and Zach's got new boots! Gather 'round to hear our rewatch of My Two Dads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:02:10

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The Return of Johnny C.

2/4/2025
Dr. Cox makes his triumphant return to Fake Doctors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:23:30

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Real Friends Classic -104: My Old Lady with Sarah Chalke

1/30/2025
In episode 104, Turk, JD, and Elliot try to save their dying patient. Hospital statistics predict at least one will die. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by Sarah Chalke, as she shares her early experience with the show, watching her baby sister grow into a real doctor, and explains her harrowing trips to the grocery store. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:19:16

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Ted McGinley was Almost Dr. Cox?!

1/28/2025
Ted McGinley is not a great auditioner. He's got dyslexia and the process of presenting for strangers doesn't come naturally to him. But once he has the job, he's golden. His long career is proof enough. He's the guy, for decades, that was brough into a sitcom to pump up a dying series. He did it for Happy Days, Married with Children and The Love Boat. These were major projects in their era and McGinley helped save them from irrelavance. He tells Zach and Donald about traveling first class on the Love Boat and hunting nerds in Revenge of the Nerds. Plus, what it's like to play Proto Bill in Shrinking while Bill's wife plays his wife. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:19:16

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Real Friends Classic -103: My Best Friend's Mistake w Bill Lawrence

1/23/2025
The will they/ won't they that is JD and Elliot begins to simmer in episode three as Scrubs tackles "the friend zone." In the real world, Zach and Donald talk to show creator Bill Lawrence about the first days of the series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:29:22