Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald

Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald

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.

Episodes

December 9, 2025 72 mins

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.

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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.

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November 19, 2025 59 mins

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!

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November 11, 2025 62 mins

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.

 

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November 6, 2025 79 mins

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.

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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.

 

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October 21, 2025 58 mins

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.

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October 14, 2025 68 mins

Zach and Donald discuss filming in an abandoned hospital, the audition process, and why they were so starstruck by Sarah Chalke, aka Dr. Eliot. 

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October 11, 2025 73 mins

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.

 

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August 26, 2025 69 mins

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. 

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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.

 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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:

  1. Nick Cordero in Bullets Over Broadway
  2. Support for Nick's spouse and child.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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!

 

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