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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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The director of over twenty episodes of Scrubs, Michael Spiller, joins Zach Braff and Donald Faison to discuss one of the most technically difficult episodes in Scrubs’ history. How do you keep an octogenarian in the air for an entire scene? How much... more

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On this week's episode, it's the season 2 finale, Bill's directorial debut on the Scrubs series, and the crew has become disillusioned with their dream career. In the real world, Zach and Donald continue their plan to get Joelle a partner. Zach revea... more

Halloween comes to Sacred Heart Hospital, which means Donald is dressing up, finding the gays with the best candy, and busting a move. In this week’s episode, Zach and Donald are joined by fan favorite Ava Bunn (Dr. Sam Tosh) and newcomer John Higgin... more

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It’s Turk’s birthday, but JD and Elliot are a little preoccupied by their significant others. What’s supposed to be a chill night with friends ends in betrayal, and somehow, a laugh. How do they always do that? On the podcast, Zach and Donald are joi... more

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Ava Bunn
Actor who plays Dr. Sam Tosh on Scrubs
Scrubs
Episode: 206: My Halloween (New)
John Higgins
Please Don't Destroy performer and actor who plays Grant, the intern
Please Don't Destroy
Episode: 206: My Halloween (New)
Layla Mohammadi
Actor who plays Doctor Amara Hadi on Scrubs
Episode: 205: My Best Friend's Birthday (New)
Amanda Morrow
Actor who plays Doctor Dashana Trainor on Scrubs
Episode: 205: My Best Friend's Birthday (New)
Matt Westphalen
Part-time Oklahoma City Thunder hype squad member and host of Do It, Doug
Oklahoma City Thunder
Episode: 221: My Drama Queen
Sarah Chalke
Actor who plays Elliot Reid in Scrubs
Episode: 204: Chief (New)
John Broadbent
New Zealand caller, IT professional and nurse-related mock commentary guest on the show
New Zealand resident, New Zealand-based professional
Episode: 220: My Interpretation
Joelle Monique
Guest on the episode; contributes as part of the guest panel.
Guest on Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald
Episode: 203: My Ex’s Ex (New)
Lauren Peister
Reporter from E! News
E! News
Episode: 219: My Kingdom

Hosts

Zach Braff
Host of the show; Scrubs co-star; long-time friend of the co-host
Donald Faison
Co-host, physician on-screen persona; Scrubs co-star; long-time collaborator with Zach

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 36k ratings
  • Amazing!!

    Ya’ll are amazing!!

    Thank you for creating the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    foxmoma
    United States5 days ago
  • Obsessed Scrubs Fan

    I have watched the OV Scrubs all the way through probably 20 times since I found it in 2024. Am I kidding? Absolutely not.

    Getting to hear them break down the revival is fantastic.

    One note: you’ve got to let your guests talk. Sarah Chalke is wasted because she never gets to speak, or is immediately cut off.

    The revival makes me life better through sheer joy. Thank you all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Puzzlegameaddict1
    United States20 days ago
  • Love everything Scrubs

    Fun to re-live the old show and get excited about the revival. I loved it the first time, and now the revival is giving me something to look forward to each week, thank you for the all natural antidepressant joy Zach, Donald, and everyone! For the love of everything holy, please make a third season. And a fourth season … Scrubs does what Zoloft cannot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AshleyHarris728
    United Statesa month ago
  • I love this so much

    I love even more that they literally are their characters from the show😆Each one is like a whole new episode of Scrubs (actually, it’s like an old episode). “Donald, why are you yelling!”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Idontcareanymore
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • When they talk about making a funny show it is great. When they go off the rails talking nutty politics, you end up skipping big chunks of the episode while they try to decide what is ok and not ok to say anymore.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    MOJO
    3 months ago

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Fans praise the hosts' chemistry and nostalgia-filled conversations.
Guests are a highlight, though some listeners want fewer ad reads.
Long-time listeners value candid behind-the-scenes stories and guest insights.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#183
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#156
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#138
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#141
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#199
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#23
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

205: My Best Friend's Birthday (New)
Q: How did you come about auditioning for Scrubs and what was your story?
Layla Mohammadi auditioned while traveling in Europe, taped a callback from London, and later attended an in-person audition. Amanda Morrow began with online auditions, then did callbacks and a director's audition in person.
221: My Drama Queen
Q: Do you have any tips to stay motivated in a situation like that, to not give up, to keep pushing through?
Braff suggests tracking workouts with a whiteboard or calendar and not letting one missed day derail progress. He also recommends removing tempting foods from the house when possible, while Faison relates to the difficulty of managing food habits.
221: My Drama Queen
Q: What are your top five favorite '80s movies?
The hosts and Matt Westphalen name favorites including Do the Right Thing, Weird Science, Raiders of the Lost Ark, E.T., Big Trouble in Little China, The Princess Bride, and Ferris Bueller's Day Off.
215: His Story
Q: How did the nurse joke controversy affect the legacy of the episode?
The panel explains that the joke reflected its era and highlighted how sensitive portrayals of professions can cause pushback, yet they argue the show's broader narrative about perception remains valuable.
210: My Monster
Q: David, before you begin, can you tell them what you do?
David explains his background in film and work as a background actor, providing behind-the-scenes context for the guests.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lighthearted, nostalgia-driven chat hosted by two former Scrubs stars, focusing on behind-the-scenes memories, guest appearances, and on/off-screen stories from the show's run and beyond. Listeners can expect candid banter, industry anecdotes, and occasional guests from the Scrubs universe, blended with personal life anecdotes, fan interactions, and ongoing reflections on pop culture. Noteworthy are long-running collaborations between the hosts, a mix of guest stars from television and film, and a comfortable conversational style that leans into warmth, humor, and shared history. The format is friendly to newcomers and longtime fans alike, with recurring sponsor reads and occasional live caller segments that add a community feel to the co... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Ava Bunn
2. John Higgins
3. Layla Mohammadi
4. Amanda Morrow
5. Matt Westphalen
6. Sarah Chalke
7. John Broadbent
8. Joelle Monique

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