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Carl Ruiz
Food Network
New York City
Nantucket
Belgian Chocolate
Guy Fieri
The Record Company
SHAMAN
Comedy
Barbecue
California
New Jersey
Peruvian Dust
Cookbooks
Recipes
Cooking Techniques
Chocolate Quality
Opie
Philadelphia, United States
Grocery Games

​Headline: The Unfiltered Archives of the "Cuban Elvis" Carl Ruiz.​Before the world lost the legendary Carl Ruiz, he and radio icon Opie took their legendary chemistry to the streets of New York City and beyond. This is the definitive collection of the Opie and Carl Podcast, featuring the raw, unscripted, and riotous conversations that built the #RuizArmy.​From the infamous Creep Cabin and the cob... more

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Opie, Carl, and Sherrod move into their shiny new Westwood One studio on grimy 42nd Street… and immediately start roasting the dim lights, shaky tables, and Civil War-era ghosts of Times Square past. What follows is pure chaos: dodging homeless chaos... more

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​Carl Ruiz brings in a $3,000 bottle of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon, but the high-end tasting takes an emotional turn. Carl breaks down while explaining his "Life to the Tilt" philosophy in a raw, hilarious, and legendary moment. Chris Distefano and She... more

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Theo Von calls in from an airplane for the sole purpose of roasting Chris Distefano, leading to a legendary back-and-forth you have to hear to believe. Carl Ruiz sharing his hilariously unfiltered take on attending the Kentucky Derby. Plus, Chris tel... more

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Opie on the Upper West Side with Carl looking like a “hairy glazed donut,” they grab falafels and wander Manhattan swapping wild tales—Opie’s lightning-struck Asian caddy story, childhood crushes, and way too much swamp lip talk. Shopping bag full of... more

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Recent Guests

Carl Ruiz
Food Network star known for Guy Fieri's Grocery Games
Food Network
Episode: Opie & Carl Run Wild at ESPN
Tim Sabian
Senior Vice President of Digital Content at Westwood One
Westwood One
Episode: The Art of Storytelling: Opie & Carl at Podcast Movement 2018 (Full Panel)
Dr. Janice Presser
Storytelling expert and founder of TeamAbility
TeamAbility
Episode: The Art of Storytelling: Opie & Carl at Podcast Movement 2018 (Full Panel)
DL Ugly
Host of The Ugly Truth, media personality
Westwood One
Episode: The Art of Storytelling: Opie & Carl at Podcast Movement 2018 (Full Panel)
Ken Cage
Star of Airplane Repo, CEO related to repo business
Airplane Repo TV show
Episode: Insane Airplane Repo Stories & The One Armed Gal
Bruce Prichard
Wrestling personality and host of Something to Wrestle with
Conrad Thompson's partner on Something to Wrestle with; promoter of 83 Weeks
Episode: Wrestling Secrets: Bruce Prichard & Conrad Thompson join the Madness
Conrad Thompson
Host of 83 Weeks and partner in wrestling podcasting
83 Weeks (Westwood One property)
Episode: Wrestling Secrets: Bruce Prichard & Conrad Thompson join the Madness
Jerry Blavat
Philadelphia radio legend known as The Geator with the Heater
Radio personality, Philadelphia
Episode: The Geator with the Heater Crashes the Mic in Philly
Vic Henley
Comedian and guest planned for segment after this
Episode: Wandering around Nantucket making Carl uncomfortable

Hosts

Opie
Host of the show, introduces topics and guides the conversation
Carl Ruiz
Co-host and guest on many segments, driving lively exchanges

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Funny the first time

    Funny & bittersweet the second time❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Camille from NJ
    United Statesa year ago
  • Entertaining

    I remember listening to all of the episodes when they were first released on the Opie Radio podcast. Good times!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LuckyWolfie777
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thanks opie

    Good morning lamb chop lol

    Never met carl…only listened to him on the pod but all the hours I listened to him I really feel like I knew the guy still blows my mind how fast and sudden he was gone.. so thanks opie for bringing Carl back…#ruizing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blessed905
    Canadaa year ago
  • JAAZZZ it up

    I’m here because Lamb chop mentioned in his live show. I will remember Carl’s advice always be closing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maddtis
    United Statesa year ago
  • 🤣🤣🤣🤣💯❤️

    5 stars , for me this was the new duo needed for the new times of radio needed,… miss the CuBan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vc mailman
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Guests consistently bring humor and diverse perspectives to conversations.
The dynamic between Opie and Carl (and frequent guests) delivers strong chemistry and memorable bits.
Stories from live events and on-location shoots are a standout draw for fans.
Listeners appreciate raw, unfiltered energy and rapid-fire banter.

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Opie ROASTS Carl's Giant Chocolate Bar
Q: Did you really bring him a five-kilo brick of chocolate?
Yes, I did.
Opie ROASTS Carl's Giant Chocolate Bar
Q: How much does that cost?
It's a lot.
Roasted Birds Falling from Sky
Q: What's the best way to cook a duck?
Carl suggests scoring the duck and using boiling water to render the fat for crispy skin.
The Chef and The Spy
Q: How do you get into North Korea?
Lee Abbamonte described how it took him a while because initially, Americans weren't allowed entry, but he eventually got a visa through a British tour company and followed strict protocols once he arrived.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Opie & Carl

What is Opie & Carl about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran hosts fuel uncensored, live-on-location conversations that blend streetwise humor with deep-dives into food, culture, and media. The banter often pivots around on-the-ground travel, pop culture commentary, and big personalities, with frequent guest comedians and notable food-network anecdotes fueling fast, chaotic, and highly anecdotal episodes. A standout vibe is the willingness to chase stories in real time—from Nantucket road trips to on-stage chaos—creating a raw, informal atmosphere that appeals to listeners who love unapologetic humor, food talk, and behind-the-scenes media stories. This collection likely showcases a consistent blend of roasts, high-energy banter, and candid storytelling that could attract fans of live rad... more

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2. Tim Sabian
3. Dr. Janice Presser
4. DL Ugly
5. Ken Cage
6. Bruce Prichard
7. Conrad Thompson
8. Jerry Blavat

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