Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald

Dr. Deren Bagsby isn't your typical surgeon. He's an orthopedic surgeon who, for charity, marathons performing surgery. Working near Fort Brag, Dr. Bagsby recognized the area where he works was critically low on orthopedic surgeons. So, he challenged himself to do 3k units of surgery in a single month. He tells us about inappropriate patients, how to cure tennis elbow, and the accuracy of Scrubs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Robinson took the bit role of Darryl on The Office into a career-launching mainstay in the ensemble. After years of sharpening his skills on the road as a musician and comedian, Robinson took off. From Chicago school teacher/ club bouncer to Def Jam Comedy Tours and Hot Tub Time Machine, Robinson discusses the time he auditioned for The Fourty-Year Old Virgin and Knocked Up, how a keyboard changed his comedic stardom, and the proper way to drink absynth with Danny McBride. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wonder how the CIA gets an informant to trust them? Do you want to know which movies get the CIA right? Former high-level CIA operatives John Sipher and Jerry O'Shea walk Zach and Donald through how they would craft fake conspiracies to help solve real crimes. Learn what kind of person the CIA is looking for and how you could become a member. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Hale went from weird guy on the commercials to co-lead in Arrested Development to starring in Veep, arguably one of the most influential comedies of the past decade. Along the way, he's been learning to conquer his fear, something Inside Out 2 helped him immensely. Now, he's got a new show about the pandemic, not Covid, but the plague. The Decameron is out on Netflix now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our second interview, we welcome the legendary Billy Dee Williams to the show. Mr. Williams tells us about his passion for painting, how to play heartthrob, and why he doesn't believe children should work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Cryer's been a star since he was a teenager, but there were a few years in the middle when he wasn't sure if anyone cared about him as a performer. But he made his own way, throwing himself into his passion and waiting for the right deal. The hilarious actor talks to Zach and Donald about his varied love for all things sci-fi, his early Broadway performance following Matthew Broderick, and what it was like becoming a teen sensation overnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of Scrubs, JD and Elliot 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.

On this week's episode, Carla has a date, and it's not with Turk! In the real world, Donald shares his love of Gravitrax, we discuss holiday streaming movies, and we talk about naming nipples. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, JD tries to woo Kim, but Elliot "Good Time Killer" Reid keeps getting in the way. In the real world, we've reached the end of season 5! What the hell are we going to do when we run out of episodes?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're still on break, but we wanted to share some of our favorite guests with you. So we're kicking it off with the stunning Heather Graham. We'll be back with new episodes on Tuesday, August 6th. If you have guest suggestions or want to ask Zach + Donald a question, email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, the doctors must give a speech to their cadaver's family. In the real world, we say goodbye to Scrubs with Michael Mosley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Kelso's license is revoked after an accident and Cole discovers he has skin cancer. In the real world, we're still processing the Kendrick / Drake battle of 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Drew quits being the study group's leader, causing a complete breakdown in the group's dynamics, and a hotshot surgeon makes Turk question his adequacy. In the real world, Zach watched Fallout, but Donald has yet to see the Wicked trailer. Plus, we're all sports people now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Dr Cox finds a cheat sheet during a test and locks up the study group until one of them admits the cheating. In the real world, Kerry Bishé, aka Lucy, and Eliza Coupe, aka Denise, join us to recap the episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD tries to do something special for a very pregnant Elliot while Lucy tries to dissect the heart of a former patient. In the real world, we've become espresso experts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Lucy discovers she's in love with Cole. In the real world, we discover Donald doesn't like lotion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Cox forces Lucy to explain why she wants to become a doctor. In the real world, it's Wilder's birthday, and some of us get to go to Disneyland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Lucy tries to simulate Elliot's seemingly effortless approach to life as a doctor but becomes disillusioned when Elliot lies to a patient. In the real world, we reveal the real reason Donald and Joelle haven't released their Star Wars pod. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD and Turk deal with the emotional turmoil of JD's last day at the hospital. In the real world, we're getting robot deliveries, managing our bad acting, and pondering why we become cynics. Contest Link: iheartradio.com/fdrf. Good Luck! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD and Turk do everything in their power to prove they're not getting older, while the med students must work together to get a patient's final interview. In the real world, Zach is the only one who doesn't enjoy cannabis, Donald is disturbed by the amount of spit in this episode, and we're ready to party until the upside-down question mark. Plus we do a lot of Star Wars talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Lucy seeks out Dr. Mahoney as a mentor and Drew lets Dr. Cox down. In the real world, Beyoncé goes country, we pray for season two of Extended Family, and the team discusses lady wood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD and Dr. Cox decide to teach Lucy a hard lesson in the most challenging way possible. In the real world, we're thrilled to announce the Season 9 Debate Backpack Sweepstakes. To enter for a chance to win, go to www.iheart.com/fdrfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Winston Med School's first and last semester begins with a new rotating cast and a few familiar faces. In the real world, we wade out into the murky seas of season nine, and we hear from two fans on opposite sides of the debate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the conclusion of season eight, we decided to turn the clock back to the very first episode. Enjoy this most classic of classic episodes. We'll return with season 9 next week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD contemplates his future as he prepares to leave Sacred Heart. In the real world, we say a mega goodbye to Scrubs as we know it with Sarah Chalke, Christa Miller, John C. McGinley, and Bill Lawrence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD announces he's moving. Turk and Dr. Cox struggle to express their feelings about it. In the real world, Zach and Donald finally tell us what working with Jason Mamoa was like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Kelso takes the fun-colored hospital scrubs away when he discovers the staff of Sacred Heart is stealing them, forcing everyone to wear drab brown. In the real world, our giant water bottles are back, baby! PS - please don't send us poo picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode, Kim dates Elliot’s ex, Sean. In the real world, Zach and Donald make another musical superbowl spot for T-Mobile. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, the exciting conclusion of Janitor's wedding. In the real world, we ponder the spider-verse, getting 10k steps a day, and the value of a content warning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, the Sacred Heart crew head to the Bahamas to celebrate Janitor's wedding. In the real world, we can't stop talking about our willies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Elliot and Turk consider their careers and a trip to Disney Land as the new interns get their egos checked. In the real world, we're so damn happy to be back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Carla is struggling with the limitation of being pregnant while JD feels stagnant at work. In the real world, we're struggling to remember what happened in the hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, the hospital staff learns how to say goodbye to Nurse Roberts. In the real world, Zach Braff was in a Star Wars, and Donald Faison is more excited than anyone else on the planet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD and Elliot realize they've backed themselves into a corner they no longer want to live in. In the real world, it's the season six finale, and we're going to take a brief break to recharge so we can come back and make more super awesome episodes for you. Plus, Bill Lawrence returns to his podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD argues with the Chief of Medicine, but Turk is jealous when the staff shows his best friend a new level of respect. In the real world, Joelle lost count of recorded episodes, and. Zach and Donald aren't too sure about this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Zach and Donald talk to relationship expert Jillian Turecki who delivers some hard truths and impactful quotes to singles seeking a lasting relationship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Turk wants to try a new therapy on a client, JD tries sports, and Jordan takes control of the hospital with Cox's new role to support her. In the real world, we're back, baby! We recorded this episode pre-strike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 memories of the late great Sam Lloyd.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode, we had the honor of sitting down with Vice Admiral Vivek H. Murthy, MD, MBA to discuss why people are so lonely, how social media is impacting the youth, and discuss the horrifying rise in suicide rates amongst teens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, JD and Dr. Cox discover they only spend fifteen seconds talking to their patient. In the real world, interrupting Bill is back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Joelle finally booked sex therapist, Vanessa Marin, and her partner, Xander. Donald brings CaCee down for a quick session, and Zach does a dramatic reading from Vanessa and Xander's book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, we're joined by stand-up comedian, creator of Crashing, and host of the podcast, You Made it Weird, Pete Holmes. He discusses his career in comedy, including following Dave Chappell, watching Aziz Ansari take off, and the advice he received from Jim Gaffigan. You can check out Pete's new special I'm Not for Everybody on Netflix coming October 24th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, we speak to the creator of One Year No Beer, Andy Ramage. Ramage, a casual drinker, woke up one day and wondered what life would be like if he stopped drinking for a year. And it did more for him than dieting, working out, or meditating. In fact, it changed the way he looked at life forever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, we've invited the author of the Vagina Bible and the Menopause Manifesto, Dr. Jen Gunter, to answer all our vagina-related questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, we're joined by writer, producer, director, actress, and all-around badass Elizabeth frickin' Banks! She talks to us about her experience using a surrogate, what she learned working with Spielberg, and why Cocaine Bear is secretly a revenge film. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're holding off on an extended tour until the strike concludes. In the meantime, please enjoy our first-ever live show from Seattle - featuring musical guest Chad Fischer and the owner of this podcast, Bill Lawrence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, we welcome Broadway star and Zach's other bestie, Preston Truman Boyd, to the show. He attempts to sing Adeosun's theme song and gives us some advice on strengthening our voices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, we learn about what goes into running a horse and burro rescue. Rancher Clare Staples talks about her passion for saving wild horses, the obstacles these creatures face, and how she's able to keep track of dozens of horses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, the staff at Sacred Heart learn how much they changed over the course of a month. In the real world, Joelle is away, Johnny C is back, and one of our favorite fan callers returns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Zach and Donald's favorite trainer, Cody Rigsby, steps off the bike and onto the mic to discuss Beyonce's superiority, some very NSFW online dating culture habits, and his upcoming book: XOXO, Cody: An Opinionated Homosexual's Guide to Self-Love, Relationships, and Tactful Pettiness. Pre-Order here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/726560/xoxo-cody-by-cody-rigsby/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.