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​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 Ruiz, Vic Henley, and Sherrod Small are live at Gebhards on the Upper West Side when food writer Nick Solaris drops in fresh from Ireland and Italy. The conversation quickly turns into a deep, unfiltered debate on beef—why Irish and Italia... more

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Opie, Carl Ruiz, Vic Henley, and Sherrod Small are live at Gebhards on the Upper West Side, drinking moonshine and Elijah Craig while the conversation goes completely off the rails.Vic finally tells the full story of the Houston girl who spent 45 min... more

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Opie, Carl Ruiz, Vic Henley, and Sherrod Small reunite live at their old Upper West Side spot, Gebhards, for the first time in a while. Moonshine flows, burgers get ordered, and the conversation immediately goes off the rails.They trade stories about... more

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A black man gets the world’s third penis transplant — from a white donor — and now they have to tattoo it. Opie, Carl Ruiz, and Sherrod Small cannot leave it alone. Mike Vecchione swings by before Jimmy Fallon. Dr. Steve calls in with the actual medi... more

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Recent Guests

Carl Ruiz
Food Network chef and television personality known from Guy Fieri's Grocery Games
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Episode: Live at Gebhards: Carl’s Mom Called Him a Monster
Vic Henley
Comedian and touring performer
Episode: Live at Gebhards: Carl’s Mom Called Him a Monster
Sherrod Small
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Episode: Live at Gebhards: Carl’s Mom Called Him a Monster
Mike Vecchione
Comedian appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Episode: Opie & Carl Lose It Over a White Penis Transplant
Mark Normand
Stand-up comedian and podcast host
Episode: Carl Ruiz Mass-Texts His Wife’s THICC Pics
Jim Florentine
Stand-up comedian, actor and author
Episode: Jim Florentine Got Arm Surgery From Jerking Off
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American Southern rock band
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Amir Barlev
Director of the Grateful Dead documentary Long Strange Trip
Amir Barlev
Episode: Carl Ruiz Survived the Memphis BBQ Orgy
Henry Zabrowski
Comedy/podcast collaborator, from Last Podcast on the Left circle
Henry Zabrowski
Episode: Carl Ruiz Survived the Memphis BBQ Orgy

Hosts

Opie
Long-running radio host featured in on-location banter and interview segments.
Carl Ruiz
Food Network personality known as The Mad Cuban, provides culinary and cultural commentary.
Yannis Pappas
Comedian and co-host bringing NYC stories and street-level humor.
Chris Distefano
Comedian contributing on-location banter and stories, strong NYC audience ties.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • RUIZZING

    Opie and Carl was a magical team up and when Vic joined it was even better! Highly recommend the second listen to this GOLD!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plogan1468
    United States4 months ago
  • 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

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Opie & Carl Lose It Over a White Penis Transplant
Q: Anyway. So, why aren't they doing more of these penis transplants? This is only the third one.
Dr. Steve explains that the operation is technically demanding because surgeons must connect blood vessels and nerves, ensure blood flows properly, and avoid rejection.
Opie & Carl Lose It Over a White Penis Transplant
Q: Well, so did you read about this penis transplant thing?
Dr. Steve says the transplanted penis does not change the recipient's DNA or semen; the testicles and reproductive tract produce the sperm and seminal fluid.
Jim Florentine Went to Shaman After Girlfriend’s Suicide
Q: What were you trying to do before, and what made you feel you needed something else?
Florentine had been attending support groups for survivors of suicide and seeing a therapist, but he was still struggling and afraid to perform onstage. A friend recommended the shaman, and Florentine decided to try it because he felt he had little to lose.
Jim Florentine Went to Shaman After Girlfriend’s Suicide
Q: What led you to the shaman?
Florentine says his former girlfriend died by suicide, leaving him traumatized and overwhelmed by guilt and accusations from her family. He had attended survivor support groups and therapy but remained distressed, so he followed a friend's recommendation and flew to California to see the shaman.
Jim Florentine Got Arm Surgery From Jerking Off
Q: As a comedian, like, what was their strategy of dumping all the comedy shows at once, like releasing them all at, what was it?
Jim Florentine says Netflix planned to release 47 comedy specials on the same day, which he thinks could overwhelm viewers and make the specials seem less distinctive.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Opie & Carl

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

A high-velocity, on-location talk show vibe that captures spontaneous banter between two veteran radio personalities and a rotating cast of guests. Across recent episodes, listeners get street-level humor, New York City color, culinary anecdotes, music chatter, and pop-culture riffs, all delivered in an uncensored, free-wwheeling format. Standout moments often come from on-site banter, unexpected guest pairings, and deeply personal stories that blend food, fame, and friendship into a seamless, laugh-forward experience. The show tends to lean into edgy humor, vivid city-life storytelling, and cross-promo moments with recognizable names from music, food, comedy, and car culture, making it a strong fit for audiences who enjoy unapologetic, uns... more

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