Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald
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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.
Episodes
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Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 20min
Real Friends Classic: 114 - My Drug Buddy
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.
Apr 1, 2025 • 1h 32min
Real Friends Classic: 113 - My Balancing Act with Michael Spiller
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.
Mar 27, 2025 • 1h 21min
Real Friends Classic: 112 - My Blind Date
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.
Mar 25, 2025 • 1h 36min
Blockbuster Musicals with Jon M. Chu + Myron Kerstein of Wicked
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.
Mar 18, 2025 • 1h 14min
Real Friends Classic: 111 - My Own Personal Jesus
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.
Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 27min
Real Friends Classic - 110: My Nickname with Bill Lawrence
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.
Mar 11, 2025 • 55min
Judy Reyes, Queen of TV
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.
Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 4min
Real Friends Classic: 109 - My Day Off
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.
Mar 4, 2025 • 56min
Leila George and the Secrets of Disney World
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.
Feb 28, 2025 • 1h 13min
Real Friends Classic: 108 - My Fifteen Minutes with Judy Reyes
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.
