Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald 102: My Mentor
Oct 21, 2025
This week, the hosts dive into wild stories from the 2001 upfront party, including a hilariously drunken noogie on Jeff Zucker. They reflect on the importance of nurses in Scrubs and the creative challenges faced while building sets. Hear about J.D.'s battle to help a patient quit smoking, and enjoy inside jokes like the infamous Pac-Man machine. They also share amusing tales of being recognized by fans, highlighting the show's strong cast chemistry and innovation, along with gratitude for medical workers.
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Noogie At The NBC Upfronts
- Donald Faison recounts getting drunk at NBC Upfronts and giving Jeff Zucker a noogie, which embarrassed executives.
- The moment became a running joke and strained Zucker's interactions with Donald afterward.
Nurses Are The Hospital's Heart
- Zach and Donald highlight how Scrubs centered nurses as the backbone, showing doctors must rely on them.
- That creative choice gave the show emotional grounding and lasting relevance, especially during health crises.
Rowdy The Taxidermy Dog's Afterlife
- Zach Braff and Donald Faison discuss Rowdy, the taxidermy dog prop that became iconic on set.
- Disney later refused Zach's request to keep Rowdy, and the dog was guarded when loaned for an Easter egg cameo.