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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 ... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Cavanagh
Actor known for his role in The Flash and the series Ed
The Flash
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 206 - My Big Brother With Tom Cavanagh
Ken Jenkins
Actor known for his role as Dr. Bob Kelso in Scrubs
Scrubs
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 203 - My Case Study With Ken Jenkins
Julia Faye
Mother and longtime fan of Scrubs
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 201 - My Overkill
Noah Starr
Son of Julia Faye, grew up watching Scrubs
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 201 - My Overkill
Brendan Fraser
Award-winning actor known for his roles in movies like The Mummy and George of the Jungle.
Doom Patrol
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 123 - My Hero With Brendan Fraser
Shea Serrano
Writer and author with a new book about Scrubs.
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 122 - My Occurrence With Shea Serrano
Neil Flynn
Actor known for being the janitor on Scrubs
Scrubs
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 121 - My Sacrificial Clam With Neil Flynn
Scott Foley
Actor known for roles in Felicity and Scandal
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 120 - My Way of the Highway With Scott Foley
Christa Miller
Actress known for her role as Jordan on Scrubs
Episode: Real Friends Classic: 118 - My Tuscaloosa Heart with Christa Miller

Hosts

Zach Braff
Co-host and actor known for his role in Scrubs, with a background in film and television.
Donald Faison
Co-host and actor known for his role in Scrubs, bringing humor and insight to the discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35.8k ratings
  • Brilliant

    Day one listener, never missed an episode and waited in anticipation for the next one…so sad to see this come to an end, but can’t wait to see what this new reboot of Scrubs will bring!! Thanks for the laughs fellas!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vegan-Nik
    Australiaa month ago
  • Gonna miss yall!

    I guess I have to start listening from the beginning again! Ya know you could pop on every so often and do some behind the scenes in the making of the new show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shananafl
    United Statesa month ago
  • Noooooo! Please nooo!

    Such a wonderful podcast. Heartfelt, laugh out loud stories and jokes. And as a Scrubs fan I loved every minute. So excited for the show reboot, but please reboot this podcast. Going to miss it dearly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baloo the Runner
    United Statesa month ago
  • 😩😩

    You promised you wouldn’t do this no matter how busy you got 😩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littlelisa 98
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you guys

    I’ll miss the talks but I know there are bigger things coming for all of you and I’m excited to hear about it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tlsan78
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners enjoy the nostalgic reflection on 'Scrubs', with many expressing their deep connection to the series.
There are concerns about the amount of advertising in the episodes, which some listeners find distracting.
Overall, the blend of humor, insights, and emotional bonds keeps listeners coming back for more.
Fans appreciate the chemistry between the hosts and the engaging discussions about their favorite show.
Some feedback points out issues with the pacing and format of the discussions, suggesting that they stray from analyzing episodes too much.

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Apple Podcasts
#146
Germany/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#73
Indonesia/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#135
Russia/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#145
Ukraine/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#150
Sweden/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#195
Israel/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Real Friends Classic: 203 - My Case Study With Ken Jenkins
Q: Do you recall how that all, how that transpired, what your audition process was like for the show?
Jenkins described his audition process, emphasizing how he never expected to get the part but felt positively after making the casting directors laugh during his readings.
Real Friends Classic: 204 - My Big Mouth
Q: What part of the character you played did you have to act the crap out of?
Zach mentions that their characters really morphed to reflect their personalities over time, showing a genuine overlap.
Real Friends Classic: 205 - My New Coat
Q: What is a scene that you remember was just so funny you could barely get through it?
Zach recalls the hilarity around the 'guy love' performance between his and Donald's characters.
Real Friends Classic: 205 - My New Coat
Q: What was the process like for voiceover work?
Zach explains that he rehearsed the voiceovers during rehearsal, then did them in a sound booth. Adjustments were made as needed.
Real Friends Classic: 201 - My Overkill
Q: What's your opinion on JD's Appletoonies?
I don't drink Appletoonies; I prefer wine or cocktails like vodka soda.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Tom Cavanagh
2. Ken Jenkins
3. Julia Faye
4. Noah Starr
5. Brendan Fraser
6. Shea Serrano
7. Neil Flynn
8. Scott Foley

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