Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald

Halloween comes to Sacred Heart Hospital, which means Donald is dressing up, finding the gays with the best candy, and busting a move. In this week’s episode, Zach and Donald are joined by fan favorite Ava Bunn (Dr. Sam Tosh) and newcomer John Higgins, who plays Grant, the intern. Together, this fabulous foursome recount Zach's daring and possibly life-threatening turn as Mary Poppins. They ponder the glory that would be Donald with hair. Plus, Grant details the wild world of SNL censors, while Ava teases a character we might see in the not-too-distant future.

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It’s Turk’s birthday, but JD and Elliot are a little preoccupied by their significant others. What’s supposed to be a chill night with friends ends in betrayal, and somehow, a laugh. How do they always do that? On the podcast, Zach and Donald are joined by Doctor Dashana Trainor (Amanda Morrow) and Doctor Amara Hadi (Layla Mohammadi) to recount an episode heavily influenced by real-life events. Donald's love of all things steak, Zach's generous spirit, and the Scrubs cast's enduring friendships all take center stage in "My Best Friend's Birthday."

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In this week's episode, Tasty Coma Wife wanted drama that JD struggled to deliver. In the real world, Zach and Donald bring back the Ask Bill segment.

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This episode required a lot from the cast. Donald had to whip out two iconic impressions, and Zach worked on his voices. Ava Bunn teaches Zach and Donald about the chic new trend called Winnie the Poohing. Zach tries to convince everyone Ava's Chicken Little tattoo is not real. It's really not! Donald talks about, like, BC (before Clueless), while Zach revisits his early days, vacillating between performer and on-set assistant. Sarah details the difference between a 360 shower and an everything shower, plus the joys of a shower beverage. 

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On this week's episode, Turk can't stop having sex dreams about Elliot. In the real world, Joelle gets a much better fan call (I'm so sorry.) https://amandakloots.com/subscription-preview-page

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Zach and Donald are mostly N*SYNC; Sean, aka Scott Foley, returns, and the podcast’s lore is now part of the TV series! Sarah Chalke returns to the pod with intern Dr. Sam Tosh, aka Ava Bunn. Chalke gives us another classic Sarah story. Donald shows off his Denzel Washington impersonation, but he forgot his notes. It’s a real return to form at Fake Doctors, Real Friends.

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On this week's episode, JD steps all over Turk as he tries to appear cool for the surgeons. In the real world, Zach and Donald return after a week-long hiatus.

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JD gets a mentee, and we get to spend another day with Sarah Chalke. Part two of the Scrubs season two premiere, “My Mentee,” takes viewers into Dr. Cox’s frightening new reality as a patient at Sacred Heart Hospital. Zach soft pitches bonus episodes of Scrubs. Donald shares a Flavor Flav behind-the-scenes story. While Sarah is left out of the group chat, but she still loves Michael James Scott. Knicks in five, a La La Land education, and hidden talents from the interns. 

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JD hasn’t… in a while, and neither have we. Zach Braff (JD) and Donald Faison (Turk) return to their beloved podcast Fake Doctors, Real Friends, now in video form. From their set in Vancouver, where they’re filming season two of Scrubs, Zach and Donald recap the season two premiere, “My First Time in a While,” with special co-host Sarah Chalke (Elliot). They talk about the jokes left on the cutting room floor, September in Vancouver, and the absolute joy of watching John C. McGinley expertly deliver a perfectly written Dr. Cox speech. 

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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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On this week's episode, JD falls for a comatose patient's wife. In the real world, Bill's back! Plus, the guys take their first fan call from India.

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On this week's episode, Jordan blocks JD from revealing that Perry is the father of her baby. In the real world, Zach reveals he's jumped the pond, while Donald remembers the rollerblading movies of the 1990s.

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On this week's episode, JD and Turk cause a golf accident, and karma bites back with a vengeance. In the real world, Florence Pugh is back with her own segment AND new cooking tips.

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In this week's episode, Dr Cox takes over the narration from JD in the first of 9 "story" episodes. In the real world, Shea Serrano is back to discuss one of his favorite episodes, and Bill debuts a new segment.

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On this week's episode, Turk invites his old brother to town to help convince Carla she should say yes to his proposal. In the real world, Zach and Donald discuss WAP, the best movie endings, and that time Donald sang Mary Poppins with Dick Van Dyke on the Scrubs set.

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On this week's episode, JD learns how to let one of his favorite patients go. In the real world, Zach and Donald discuss all the behind-the-scenes goodness of their first fantasy musical moment on Scrubs.

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On this week's episode, JD and Elliot try to be friends after ending the "with benefits" aspect of their relationship. In the real world, Bill Lawrence is back!

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On this week's episode, JD and Elliot test their relationship as they attempt to be friends with benefits. In the real world, Zach and Donald are delighted to learn GQ UK thinks they're #2. An essential worker gets a special gift from GT's Kombucha!

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In this week's episode, JD asks out the Gift Shop Girl while Dr. Cox tries to satiate Jordan's appetite for curly fries. In the real world, we're talking Beyoncé's Black is King, Donald's helicopter parenting, and the comedy panties Zach once gave to a co-star.

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In this episode - record scratch. So, remember how Zach thought Johnny C. would be on episode 209? Well, turns out, so did Johnny. He took notes and everything! So, instead of asking Johnny to come back later, we decided to have a conversation about one of his best performances and what it's like working with Oliver Stone.

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On this week's episode, JD correctly diagnoses a patient that Dr. Cox struggles with and gets cocky. In the real world, Zach and Donald geek out over Michelle Branch, following Zach, and the time Donald met Tony Shalhoub.

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On this week's episode, Turk and JD reveal how they beg, borrow, and steal to make ends meet as medical residents. In the real world, Zach and Donald are joined by television legend, Heather Locklear. Locklear recounts her days as a star on two prime-time television series and the #MeToo moment that led her to remove her name from The First Wives Club.

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On this week's 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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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 week's episode, JD defies Dr. Cox's wishes and strives for success in a competition Dr. Kelso is running amongst the residents. 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.

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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 lifetime.

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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, 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. 

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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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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.

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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.

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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 

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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.

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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.

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 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.

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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.

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