PODCAST · comedy
Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald
by iHeartPodcasts
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.
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202: My Nightingale
On this week's episode, Carla stays at the hospital overnight to help her friends as then endure their first night in charge of the hospital. In the real world, Zach and Donald remember their good friend Nick Cordero. Footnotes: Nick Cordero in Bullets Over Broadway Support for Nick's spouse and child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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201: My Overkill
In this week's episode, the crew deals with the fallout of Jordan's season one truth bomb. In the real world, Zach and Donald recap the summer they lived above Amy Tan and the horrible musical they performed for the season two upfronts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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124: My Last Day with Bill Lawrence and Christa Miller
On this week's episode, it is the season one finale! Kristen is back, and she's ready to expose everyone's dirty little secret. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by real-life couple goals - Bill Lawrence and Christa Miller. They talk about the first year of Scrubs and the beginning of friendships that would last a lifetime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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123: My Hero With Brendan Fraser
On this week's episode, Dr. Cox struggles to support his best friend through Chemotherapy. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by Brendan Fraser! Brendan reveals his love of photography, the time he worked with Mos Def, and what it's like to be stopped by Scrubs fans nearly 20 years after his first appearance on the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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122: My Occurrence With Shea Serrano
On this week's episode, Dr. Cox's best friend (Brendan Fraser) shows up at the hospital and receives a horrifying diagnosis. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by writer Shea Serrano, who breaks down precisely what makes Scrubs so iconic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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121: My Sacrificial Clam With Neil Flynn
On this week's episode, JD learns about the harsh realities of risking his life as a doctor. In the real world, Zach and Donald finally talk with Neil Flynn, aka The Janitor! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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120: My Way of the Highway With Scott Foley
In this week's episode, Eliot is swept off her feet by the handsome Sean. In the real world, Zach and Donald are swept off their feet as they recall the WB's Felicity, and their misunderstood TV series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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119: My Old Man With Sarah Chalke
On this week's episode, the big three are all visited by their parents, causing a wave of regression among the young doctors. In the real world, the big three are back in action, as Sarah Chalke joins Zach and Donald for another trip down memory lane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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My Premiere Night Primer
JD and Turk are back, and so are Zach and Donald. In this one episode special, Zach and Donald tease the upcoming relaunch of our favorite show, Scubs. Don't worry about spoilers, Z and D share some behind-the-scenes stories while Joelle and Danl give their unfiltered opinion about the premiere episode. Make sure to check out the debut of the Scrubs reboot on ABC and Hulu beginning February 25, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET/PT See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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118: My Tuscaloosa Heart With Christa Miller
In this week's episode, Turk and Eliot learn about Dr. Kelso's secret talent. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by actress Christa Miller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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117: My Student
In this week's episode, JD, Turk, and Eliot each get an intern to guide them through their first weeks at Sacred Heart. In the real world, Zach and Donald finally hear from the Scrubs Wiki guy, and Bill answers more questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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116: My Heavy Meddle With John C. McGinley
On this week's episode of Scrubs, JD struggles to watch his mentor succumb to the pressures of the job. In the real world, Zach and Donald are once again joined by the great John C. McGinley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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115: My Bed Banter and Beyond With Randall Winston
On this week's episode of Scrubs, JD and Eliot attempt to carry out a secret relationship while at work. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by Scrubs Producer Randall Winston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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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.
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113: My Balancing Act
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.
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112: My Blind Date
On this week's episode, JD's stuck babysitting a patient, but the mystery patient could end up being a new love interest. In the real world, Zach and Donald's eel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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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.
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110: My Nickname With Bill Lawrence
On this week's episode of Scrubs, JD and Carla's friendship hits a rough patch, and recurring 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.
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109: My Day Off
On this week's episode, JD gets a day off! Then he gets 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.
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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 it 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.
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107: My Super Ego with John C. McGinley
On this week's episode of Scrubs, there's a new hotshot intern at Sacred Heart. JD's place at the top of his class may be in jeopardy. Meanwhile, in the real world, John C. McGinley joins Zach and Donald as they remember 9/11.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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106: My Bad
This week, JD doesn't trust Turk to perform surgery on him. Dr. Cox remains suspended, and his student just slept with his ex-wife. Back in reality, Zach and Donald discuss Scrubs' early advocacy for therapy. Gather 'round to hear out Scrubs Rewatch Show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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105: My Two Dads
In episode 105, JD's torn between the compassionate care of Dr. Cox and the financially practical Dr Kelso. Meanwhile, Turk gave Carla an ass pen as a gift. In the real world, Donald does a deep dive into his Star Wars obsession, and Zach's got new boots! Gather 'round to hear our rewatch of My Two Dads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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104: My Old Lady with Sarah Chalke
In episode 104, Turk, JD, and Elliot try to save their dying patient. Hospital statistics predict at least one will die. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by Sarah Chalke, as she shares her early experience with the show, watching her baby sister grow into a real doctor, and explains her harrowing trips to the grocery store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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103: My Best Friend's Mistake w/ Bill Lawrence
The will they/ won't they that is JD and Elliot begins to simmer in episode three as Scrubs tackles "the friend zone." In the real world, Zach and Donald talk to show creator Bill Lawrence about the first days of the series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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102: My Mentor
This week, JD tries to help a patient stop smoking, while Turk works up the nerve to ask Carla out. In reality, Zach and Donald continue their binge, sing the song that made Leroy famous, and share some never before told stories of what happened at the 2001 upfront Scrubs' party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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My Pilot/My First Day
Zach and Donald discuss filming in an abandoned hospital, the audition process, and why they were so starstruck by Sarah Chalke, aka Dr. Eliot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 207: My First Step
On this week's classic episode, the crew becomes risk averse and Dr. Cox tries to ignore his feelings for the new pharmaceutical sales rep. In the real world, Zach and Donald talk about their new adventures in video gaming, and Zach talks about his musical themed Bar mitzvah. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Our Last Hurrah
You might have noticed we've been out of the office for a while. Zach and Donald return to tell you what they've been up to and what the future of Fake Doctors might look like. As we prepare to say our goodbyes, we want to thank you beautiful humans for going on this crazy ride with us. We love you beyond measure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 206 - My Big Brother With Tom Cavanagh
In this week's episode, JD's older brother drops by Sacred Heart and humiliates his little brother with his lack of ambition. In the real world, Tom Cavanagh joins Zach and Donald to reminisce about the good ol' days, talk tattoos, and how to convince Greg Berlanti to put the guys in the DC Universe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 205 - My New Coat
In this week's episode, JD begins feeling like a doctor and upgrades his wardrobe to include a white medical coat. Meanwhile, Eliot discovers her new identity at the hospital. In the real world, Zach and Donald are all over the place discussing edibles, their love for Jon Favreau and Vince Vaughn, and how many bugs are legally allowed in a can of tuna.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 204 - My Big Mouth
In this week's episode, JD betrays Carla's trust, and Turk realizes he only advanced in Kelso's eyes because Kelso is sexist. In the real world, Zach and Donald discuss Donald's munchie problems and their frustration with the lack of mask wearing in the USA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 203 - My Case Study With Ken Jenkins
On this weeks episode, JD defies Dr. Cox's wishes and strives for success in a competition Dr. Kelso is running amongst the residence. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by Kelso himself, Ken Jenkins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 202 - My Nightingale
On this week's episode, Carla stays at the hospital overnight to help her friends as then endure their first night in charge of the hospital. In the real world, Zach and Donald remember their good friend Nick Cordero. Footnotes: Nick Cordero in Bullets Over Broadway Support for Nick's spouse and child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 201 - My Overkill
In this week's episode, the crew deals with the fallout of Jordan's season one truth bomb. In the real world, Zach and Donald recap the summer they lived above Amy Tan and the horrible musical they performed for the season two upfronts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 124 - My Last Day with Bill Lawrence and Christa Miller
On this week's episode, it is the season one finale! Kristen is back and she's ready to expose everyone's dirty little secret, In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by real-life couple goals - Bill Lawrence and Christa Miller. They talk about the first year of Scrubs and the beginning of friendships that would last a life time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 123 - My Hero With Brendan Fraser
On this week's episode, Dr. Cox struggles to support his best friend through Chemotherapy. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by Brendan Fraser! Brendan reveals his love of photography, that time he worked with Mos Def, and what it's like to be stopped by Scrubs fans nearly 20 years after his first appearance on the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 122 - My Occurrence With Shea Serrano
On this week's episode, Dr. Cox's best friend (Brendan Fraser) shows up at the hospital and receives a horrifying diagnosis. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by writer Shea Serrano, who breaks down precisely what makes Scrubs so iconic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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307
Real Friends Classic: 121 - My Sacrificial Clam With Neil Flynn
On this week's episode, JD learns about the harsh realities of risking his life as a doctor. In the real world, Zach and Donald finally talk with Neil Flynn, aka The Janitor! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 120 - My Way of the Highway With Scott Foley
In this week's episode, Eliot is swept off her feet by the handsome Sean. In the real world, Zach and Donald are swept off their feet as they recall the WB's Felicity, and their misunderstood TV series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 119 - My Old Man With Sarah Chalke
On this week's episode, the big three are all visited by their parents, causing a wave of regression among the young doctors. In the real world, the big three are back in action, as Sarah Chalke joins Zach and Donald for another trip down memory lane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 118 - My Tuscaloosa Heart with Christa Miller
In this week's episode, Turk and Eliot learn about Dr. Kelso's secret talent. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by actress Christa Miller.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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303
Real Friends Classic: 117 - My Student
In this week's episode, JD, Turk, and Eliot each get an intern to guide through their first weeks at Sacred Heart. In the real world, Zach and Donald finally hear from the Scrubs Wiki guy, and Bill answers more questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic: 116 - My Heavy Meddle With John C. McGinley
On this week's episode of Scrubs, JD struggles to watch his mentor succumb to the pressures of the job. In the real world, Zach and Donald are once again joined by the great John C. McGinley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Real Friends Classic - 115: My Bed Banter and Beyond With Randall Winston
On this week's episode of Scrubs, JD and Eliot attempt to carry out a secret relationship while at work. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by Scrubs Producer Randall Winston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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.
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