Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald

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.

Zach and Donald discuss filming in an abandoned hospital, the audition process, and why they were so starstruck by Sarah Chalke, aka Dr. Eliot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's classic episode, the crew becomes risk averse and Dr. Cox tries to ignore his feelings for the new pharmaceutical sales rep. In the real world, Zach and Donald talk about their new adventures in video gaming, and Zach talks about his musical themed Bar mitzvah.   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might have noticed we've been out of the office for a while. Zach and Donald return to tell you what they've been up to and what the future of Fake Doctors might look like. As we prepare to say our goodbyes, we want to thank you beautiful humans for going on this crazy ride with us. We love you beyond measure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, JD's older brother drops by Sacred Heart and humiliates his little brother with his lack of ambition. In the real world, Tom Cavanagh joins Zach and Donald to reminisce about the good ol' days, talk tattoos, and how to convince Greg Berlanti to put the guys in the DC Universe.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, JD begins feeling like a doctor and upgrades his wardrobe to include a white medical coat. Meanwhile, Eliot discovers her new identity at the hospital. In the real world, Zach and Donald are all over the place discussing edibles, their love for Jon Favreau and Vince Vaughn, and how many bugs are legally allowed in a can of tuna.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week features a hilarious betrayal as JD breaks Carla's trust, shattering his moral compass. Turk grapples with the uncomfortable realization of Kelso's sexist approval. In real life, Zach and Donald take a candid approach to discuss munchie cravings while lamenting the USA's mask-wearing habits. They blend humor with relatable insights, making the everyday struggles of friendship and societal norms feel both comforting and uproarious.

This week features Ken Jenkins, beloved for his role as Dr. Bob Kelso on Scrubs, sharing insights from his extensive acting career. They dive into memorable performances, exploring how character growth has shaped their views and deepened connections. The conversation is peppered with nostalgic stories about celebrity basketball games, adding a comedic twist. Furthermore, they touch on the emotional impact of small acts of kindness within the workplace and emphasize the importance of therapy, blending humor with meaningful discussions on personal growth.

On this week's episode, Carla stays at the hospital overnight to help her friends as then endure their first night in charge of the hospital. In the real world, Zach and Donald remember their good friend Nick Cordero. Footnotes: Nick Cordero in Bullets Over Broadway Support for Nick's spouse and child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, the crew deals with the fallout of Jordan's season one truth bomb. In the real world, Zach and Donald recap the summer they lived above Amy Tan and the horrible musical they performed for the season two upfronts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.