XYZ with Erik Zachary
Hosted by renowned television and radio host, Erik Zachary, and joined by his co-host, producer and resident best friend, Jordan Foster, XYZ with Erik Zachary is an escape from ordinary radio. Do we talk? Yes. Is there music? Yep. But don't get it twisted, this is not your parents radio show... even though Erik's Mom does provide weekly hot takes XYZ's goal is simple. To take everything that made you reach for the aux cord and lock it out of the studio. In addition to its availability on demand, XYZ with Erik Zachary is heard in over 30 cities on radio stations across the US.
Episodes
From Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun’s rumored romance sparking drama to Fifth Harmony reuniting, we’ve got today's biggest buzz. Plus, Walmart’s goal to take on Amazon Prime Video, JD Vance worrying about a potential Super Bowl wedding, and Apple dropping digs at The Beatles while teasing the iPhone 17. We’ll also dive into embarrassing childhood memories that still haunt us today in this week’s T-Mobile Topic.
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From Halsey announcing her Back To Badlands world tour to The Weeknd reportedly looking to raise $1 billion with his music catalog, we’ve got the week’s biggest stories. Plus, Role Model’s unexpected "Sally," Sabrina Carpenter stepping into the spotlight, and a Florida man who stopped a thief while dressed as Batman. We’ll also get into baggage tag scams, Mom's Hot Take on retro trends, and why Jordan claims water aer...
This episode covers Ariana Grande’s big tour news, what Taylor Swift’s dad really said to Travis Kelce about the proposal, and why Bill Belichick and Jordan Hudson are trademarking “Gold Digger.” We spotlight Ed Sheeran’s charity art sale, clear up the long-standing myth about Napoleon’s height, and unpack a shocking “atomic wedgie” crime. Plus, luxury caviar nuggets and Japan’s AI-generated Mt. Fuji eruption that left Tokyo reside...
Between Will Smith catching heat for posting an AI-generated concert crowd and Canada’s bizarre “hugging bandits” robbing people mid-embrace, we’re breaking down the week’s wildest headlines. Plus, Travis Kelce’s new team-up with American Eagle and Mark Zuckerberg handing out noise-canceling headphones to his neighbors during construction. We’ll also cover Jackie Chan’s stunt team joining the next Spider-Man movie and the things we...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement takes center stage this week, alongside Chipotle’s new plan to drop burritos by drone. We’re also breaking down Spotify sliding into DMs, a University of Illinois student crowd-sourcing his tuition one penny at a time, and Taylor’s Guinness World Record for podcast views on New Heights. Plus, a look at the everyday words and phrases people still can’t seem to get right.
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From Chris Martin staging a “security check” before a surprise proposal to Halsey clapping back at critics of her Americana film, we’ve got this week’s entertainment news. Plus, Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man suits hitting the auction block, CLEAR partnering with TSA to launch new e-gates, and Erik's weird dermatologist experience. We’ll also break down Mental Health Monday’s thought-provoking quote, the chart that reveals the rare...
Sydney Sweeney addresses bathwater soap critics, Danny DeVito nearly filed a lawsuit over an April Fools prank, and McDonald’s is slashing prices after its CEO admitted the menu is too expensive. Chris Hansen is digging into Roblox safety concerns, while a Harvard physicist claims a comet may actually be alien-made. Add in a new dating trend called “Shrekking,” a $140K Pokémon card disaster, and some exciting family news from Shan,...
Would Glen Powell make a good James Bond? He finally weighs in. We’re also breaking down Post Malone’s unexpected collab with SKIMS, AriZona’s fight to keep prices low, and the generational workplace shift where 77% of Gen-Z reportedly bring their parents to job interviews (and sometimes even let them call the manager). Plus, a wild fact about cheese you’ll never look at the same way again, reminiscing on Jason Derulo’s In My Head ...
From Ed Sheeran’s surprising movie prop collection to Sydney Sweeney’s skydiving adventure, we’re bringing the latest in entertainment and odd news. Plus, Joe Jonas’s mile high club mishap, passengers suing airlines over "windowless" window seats, and the FDA’s warning about radioactive shrimp being sold at Walmart. We’ll also break down Volkswagen’s new subscription service for higher speeds all in today's episode.
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From a Justin Bieber impersonator scamming his way into a Vegas club performance to Katy Perry’s shocking (literally) moment on tour, today’s show is packed. We cover Ben Stiller’s surprising decision about Severance, YouTube’s interest in the Oscars, and TikTok recycling an old Facebook feature. Plus, “Skibidi” and “tradwife” officially land in the Cambridge Dictionary, why kids are now running Venmo-powered lemonade stands, and t...
From Pete Davidson revealing why he doesn’t want fame to Sophie Turner breaking up a celebrity couple, we’ve got the latest in pop culture and entertainment. Plus, Lewis Capaldi shares how Justin Bieber ghosted him and bartenders are handing out “please leave” cards. We also cover the Robot Olympics kicking off in China and a man who accidentally poisoned himself after consulting ChatGPT.
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We've got more info on Taylor Swift's new album The Life of a ShowgirlI and Austin Butler’s awkward viral dance at a Bad Bunny concert which lead to Erik's case against edibles in today's pop culture fix. Plus, Joe Jonas hinting at a Camp Rock 3 script, the bizarre case of a man attacking a federal agent with a Subway sandwich, and the wild story of the NYSE Bull and “The Reverse Heist.” We also dive into adult paci...
Taylor Swift’s surprise new album, the bizarre tale of Calvin Harris’s rooster, a carjacker who couldn’t drive stick, and whether destination weddings really work as a guest deterrent. Plus, we break down the new Marty Supreme trailer and a review of Hulu from an old woman in Bad Reviews.
Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik Zachary and his co-host Jordan Foster, XYZ with Erik Zachary is your escape from ord...
From Taylor Swift on the New Heights podcast to Ryan Reynolds hinting at Deadpool’s Avengers comeback, we’ve got the latest in entertainment. Plus, why Shrek 5 fans will be waiting longer, the hilarious story behind Star Wars’ lightsaber battle being decided by a 5-year-old, and how Costco has kept its iconic hotdog at $1.50 since 1984. We also weigh in on whether destination weddings really work as a guest deterrent with special g...
Today on XYZ - Eddie Murphy reflects on his time working with the cast of ‘Dream Girls, Pete Davidson said the SNL 50th audience was the worst ever because it was full of famous people who only care about themselves, Robert Pattinson snuck a selfie of himself in the Batsuit during final auditions just in case he didn’t get the role, AI music making is coming for everyone’s job and the world may not be ready, Mom’s Hot Take on NYC g...
Today on XYZ - Mariah Carey found out in real time that Katy Perry went to space, Selena and Taylor bonded over their Jonas Brothers exes and became friends that way, The USDA is using “A Marriage Story” audio to scare wolves away, Heinz now has a ketchup smoothie and they must be stopped, The story behind Christina Aguilera’s ‘Beautiful’, Extreme government spending in the 60s, Super Bowl Performer betting
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Today on XYZ - Rumors of Britney Spears performing at the upcoming VMAs are false, Hulu shutting down its standalone app in 2026, 50% of women in relationships have a backup partner in mind, North Korea bans hot dogs, Dumb of the Day, Bad Reviews, Mom’s Hot Take and more!
Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik Zachary and his co-host Jordan Foster, XYZ with Erik Zachary is your escape from ordinary radio. There...
Today on XYZ - The VMA’s just announced their nominations for this year’s show and it’s all Lady Gaga. Youtube will be banned for 16 year olds and under in Australia, ChatGPT is approaching 700M weekly users, The new Ice Cube led War Of The Worlds is the worst film of the decade according to critics, Coors deodorant and more!
Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik Zachary and his co-host Jordan Foster, XYZ with...
Today on XYZ - Ed Sheeran is teasing an upcoming collab with Harry Potter star Rupert Grint, Sabrina Carpenter brought out Earth, Wind & Fire during her Lollapalooza set seemingly trying to one up Olivia Rodrigo and Gracie Abrams (???), Mom’s Hot Take on dirty hotel rooms, A Denmark zoo is asking for "donations", Things you can’t do anymore, Dumb Of The Day, Mental Health Moment and more!
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Today on XYZ - We recap night one of Lollapalooza in Chicago with Gracie Abrams taking the cake for set of the night, JP Saxe cancels his tour and is being super transparent about it, Pope Leo was gifted deep dish pizza at The VaticanJade LeMac joins the show for Artist Spotlight, Dumb of the Day’s theme is airports, Mom’s Hot Take on the book of your life via TikTok and more!
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