MZNOW with Michael Zavala

MZNOW with Michael Zavala

MZNOW is a weekly comedy broadcast based in Dallas, Texas and one of the longest running comedy shows in the city. Hosted by Michael Zavala with Eric Star, Shawn Lapree, Spider the DJ, and Clark, the show features celebrity interviews, pop culture talk, wild pranks, and whatever else happens to be going on in Michael’s world. You'll never know who might drop by the studio or what will happen next — from Star Trek debates to updates on Michael’s Knight Rider replica... Welcome to the world of Michael Zavala. Buckle up. 🎧 New episodes weekly 📺 Watch and listen at www.MZNOW.tv 📲 Follow: @MZNOWTV

Episodes

October 14, 2025 58 mins
Is Taco Bell’s Caramel Apple Empanada really back?

Plus, Michael shares how surprisingly difficult it was to bring the Knight Rider car to the Dallas Fan Festival — and what happened when he met the legendary William Daniels (aka the voice of KITT himself).

Then later, Big Tex stops by to spill the deep-fried tea on what’s really happening at the State Fair of Texas.

0:00 Intro
1:53 The Taco Bell Drama
8:36 Taking KITT to the Dallas Fan...
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The show plays another round of ‘Does This Make You Feel Old?’ from 2016.

Then later, the show plays a prank on Nadia the Intern (2006).

Plus celebrity pastor, Joel Osteen, calls the show to talk about his Houston recovery efforts (2016). 

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Should you tip a delivery robot? Clark shares his experience getting pizza from an autonomous vehicle—and sparks a full-blown AI uprising conspiracy theory.

The show prepares for the Dallas Fan Festival, where the Knight Rider car is making its big debut—with cosplayers, giveaways, and a booth that keeps getting bigger.

But will the electronics survive the weekend? Plus, Michael shares the open letter he wrote to save Star Trek.

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September 23, 2025 41 mins
Rapper, B-Hamp is in studio talking about his single, Fooly (2010). Plus, Spider & Eric try to guess movie quotes (2019). Then later, Eric & Michael talk about their trip to LA (2016). Get more show at MZNOW

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September 16, 2025 46 mins
The show is back after a 3 week break!

Eric Star returns from LA with stories from Universal Horror Nights, while Shawn rants about haunted hotels, angry Uber drivers, and why New Orleans might be the biggest scam in America.

Michael reveals huge news about the Knight Rider car's appearance at Dallas Fan Fest and unveils a surprise birthday gift for Eric.

Plus, Dexter: Resurrection gets the hype it deserves, a mysterious alien object ...
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September 9, 2025 27 mins
Star Trek’s Marina Sirtis calls the show! (2016) Plus, Michael gets a enormous phone (2015) and finds a lost Beagle (2006). Get more show at MZNOW

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September 2, 2025 30 mins
Jamie “interviews” comedian, Jerry Lewis (2020). Michael interviews Christel Khalil and it all goes wrong (2006). Jamie the Tattoo Guy tries to remember the names of the characters on the The Walking Dead (2016). Get more show at MZNOW

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What happens when the greatest rapper of his era loses the one thing he needs most, his voice?

In this rare and unfiltered conversation, The DOC takes us back to West Dallas, the accident that nearly silenced him forever, and the writing that shaped legends like Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Eminem.

From the rise of N.W.A. to the streets of Oak Cliff, he reflects on addiction, resilience, and the rebirth that turned tragedy into purpose.

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August 19, 2025 59 mins
The crew recaps their fast and furious 24-hour adventure at Star Trek Las Vegas, from cosplay run-ins to chaotic buffets and an unforgettable moment high above the Strip at the Strat.

Michael and Eric break down what it was like bringing a first-timer into the madness, and the team reveals how Shawn crushed her first round of convention interviews.

Meanwhile, Clark blames his missing glasses on his mischievous cat, and later, the gan...
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August 12, 2025 26 mins
It’s time for more best of! Bobby gets caught in a Mother’s Day lie (2010). Then, Eric and Michael try to interview Dexter star, James Remar, but it doesn’t turn out as expected (2016). Plus, the show drops a word they’re not sure they can say (2006). Get more show at MZNOW

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Michael recounts his haunted hotel stay in New Orleans and why Dallas fine dining just isn’t cutting it anymore.

Plus, the crew talks mislabeled alcoholic energy drinks, alien invasions, and Star Trek Strange New Worlds losing its way.

Also: discount Barbie outfits, Princess Peach’s secret love life, and the forgotten greatness of Rescue 911.

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July 29, 2025 25 mins
The show sends UFO Joe to the Ancient Alien Convention (2019). Kimberly Estrada calls the show to talk about her guest appearance on the hit TV show, LOST (2006). Plus, Eric steals Bobby’s idea to make a game called Have You Heard It? (2016). Get more show at MZNOW

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Michael is unimpressed with Apple’s latest iOS update, Devin shares his take on the newest Superman movie, and the crew dives into the return of Dexter.

Plus, Michael plots a convention encounter, Clark reviews the F1 movie, and the guys debate if TSA PreCheck is still worth it.

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The Real Estate Dolls are back for part two!

The Dolls share how they went from awkward TikToks to overnight fame, what it’s like getting recognized in the streets, and how they’re building a brand bigger than real estate.

You don’t want to miss this one!

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It’s a chaotic start to the show as technical issues, ghost TVs, and missing remotes set the tone for what’s to come.

Shawn is back in the studio and Katherine thinks Back to the Future is “too corny.”

Plus, Michael reviews Sinners and Jurassic World: Afterbirth.

Also, is the Teslabot stealing Clark’s brainwaves?

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July 1, 2025 54 mins
Whit joins the show to talk about her journey from trauma ICU nurse to medical device sales rep, covering 19 states and selling lifesaving tech.

Michael reviews a fancy Design District restaurant with a $99 mystery box dinner and he’s not impressed. But a surprise speakeasy might’ve saved the night.

Plus, the gang plays a round of “Box Office Bombs” and debates whether movies are getting too long.

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June 24, 2025 52 mins
Michael debates how to turn his Knight Rider car into a side hustle

The guys recap their trip to Fan Expo, including Michael’s $700 quest to get Michael J. Fox’s autograph and a Back to the Future trivia game gone wrong.

Then, Eric gets emotional over the new Paul Reubens documentary and reveals the moment that nearly broke him at a fan meet-up.

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The Real Estate Dolls have entered the building, and they’re taking over your feeds, and now your ears.

Chris Sapphire, Eric Star, and Michael Zavala welcome Kasandra and Jamie, aka the Real Estate Dolls, to the studio to spill the full tea on how their viral real estate videos skyrocketed them into pop culture stardom.

From humble beginnings to luxury listings and New York paparazzi, the Dolls dish on the journey, the glam, and the ...
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Ever seen a Rubik’s Cube used as a pickup line? 🤯

Comedian, Vinnie Corrales shares how he used his cube-solving skills to impress women at bars—and it actually worked... like, 99.5% of the time.

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Clark @justsimplyclark

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Devin Clark, comedian and retro TV aficionado, joins the show alongside returning guest, Shawn.

Michael gifts Clark a dream moment with Huey Lewis, and the team launches their first original reality show: Love is Electric.

Plus, the find out what spirit is haunting the studio.

And in a MZNOW tradition, Michael graduates his DVR watchlist with picks to binge now, later, or never again.

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