Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald (iHeartPodcasts)

On this week's episode, a terminally ill patient makes Ted a happy man. In the real world, the team is elated to have Bill back in the studio!

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On this week's episode, a new surgeon puts Turk in his place and Dr. Cox struggles to deal with the loss of his best friend. In the real world, Johnny C finally makes his return to the show.

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On this week's episode, JD and Turk learn the consequences of the butterfly effect. Donald, Joelle, and Danl teach Zach about Power Rangers and Joelle's only seen the Spanish version of Chicken Little.

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On this weeks episode, Cox has a hard time saying goodbye to his best friend. In the real world, Joshua Radin joins Zach and Donald to discuss how his first song rocked the world through Scrubs, and he plays that song live in studio for you.

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On this week's episode, JD, Cox, and Turk feel intimidated by the new super doctor with OCD played by Michael J. Fox. In the real world Donald is still high, Danl dispenses wise wisdom, and Zach and Joelle are getting into the holiday spirit.

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On today's show, Zach and Donald catch up with Dr. Jonathan Doris - the inspiration for the character JD. And because he's a doctor, we ask him A LOT of questions about Covid-19, the pandemic, and the new vaccines coming out.

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Joelle finally gives you guys an update on the show.

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After 100 years away, Zach, Donald, Joelle, and Danl return to their microphones. This week, we're just playing catch up. We'll be back next week with the penultimate season 5 recap.

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On this week's episode, JD develops a crush on a recently divorced urologist, but when she chooses her career stats over a patient's health he second-guesses his feelings. In the real world, we're reunited with our urologist. Dr. Penis is back!

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On 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?

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On this week's episode, JD tries to process his new reality as a father. In the real world, we're joined by writer Tim Hobert! He's an old friend of Bill's and he wrote this episode.

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Zach and Donald are joined by relationship guru and British heartthrob Matthew Hussey to discuss all things meeting, courting, and figuring out love. Sorry ladies, he's taken.

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We get animated on this week's episode as we dive into the pilot episode of Donald's new show Alabama Jackson! Join us as we break down the time-traveling comedy with the creative minds behind the show, including Seth Green, Chris Waters, 'Harv' Harvatine, Shirley Faison, Ashley Ray, and Lee House.

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On this week's episode, Carla goes in to labor! Turk's gonna be a daddy. In the real world, Zach's back, and we take a fun fan call!

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In this week's episode, Kelso builds a coffee shop in the hospital, and Turk worries about providing for his new family. In the real world, we're trying out a new surprise segment!

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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. 

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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. 

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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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On this week's episode, everyone is being rejected sexually and thus showers in "cold water" to starve off their desire. In the real world, we talk to a robotic surgeon and Zach explains what it's like directing superstar, Harrison Ford. 

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On this week's episode, JD feels threatened by Elliot's college roommate and tries to sabotage their relationship. In the real world, the guys get a fun surprise call from an old friend. 

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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. 

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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. 

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On this week's episode, Cox realizes he has a crush on the new doctor. In the real world, BILL IS BACK!

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On this week’s episode, JD and Turk show the interns how a comedy show is really done. In the real world, we’re still high on our live show and looking forward to taking this operation on the road. 

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Heather Graham gets out of our dreams and into our podcast. She tells us about working with the Coreys, Vince Vaughn, Eddie Murphy, and Mark Wahlberg on her second visit to the show. Zach and Donald play crooners and sing to the woman of our dreams. She talks about adding her iconic skates from Boogie Nights to the Academy Museum, and what it was like to be part of the pop culture experience that was Austin Powers. 

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On this week's episode, Cox realizes he has a crush on the new doctor. In the real world, BILL IS BACK!

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In this episode, Turk has trouble writing his vows. In the real world, Director Randall Winston returns to the pod.

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On this week's episode, Elliot feels left out of the friend group now that she and JD have broken up. In the real world, we're joined by Heather Graham who tells us about the joys of playing Molly Clock!

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On this week's episode TURK AND CARLA GET MARRIED! In the real world, JUDY REYES returns, and she tells us all about her amazing sex life.

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On this episode, Turk and Carla's wedding draws closer and JD decides to get Elliot back. In the real world, Zach and Donald discusses "Sound of Metal."

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On this week's episode, Turk take over the narration, Lonnie the intern makes his first appearance, and JD and Elliot briefly get back together. In the real world, Donald finally gets Zach's gift, the boys are back on the Pelaton, and we're still working out the dating segment.

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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.

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On this week's episode, Elliot and JD go toe-to-toe for the honor of being crowned Chief Resident. In the real world, we've got a double guest booking. THE GT is here to tell us about World Kombucha Day. Also, Chalky is back!!!

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On this week's episode, Cox scares JD and his interns into knowing they will eventually kill a patient. In the real world, we wonder if we're ready for restaurants and Zach meets a super fan.

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On this week's episode, Turk learns he has diabetes while JD learns his father died. In the real world, Danl's out of town and Joelle is not comfortable recording. More importantly, we're planning a tour! Be sure to let us know what YOU would like to see at a live raw and uncut show.

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On this week's episode, Dr. Cox takes an ambulance ride with Molly Shannon. In the real world, we didn't get Molly Shannon.

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On this week's episode JD just wants to be recognized as Chief Resident. In the real world, we made one for the haters.

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On this week's episode, Elliot takes over the narration while she struggles to define her relationship with Molly. In the real world Bill Lawrence is back and Charlotte Lawrence makes her FDRF podcast debut.

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On today's episode, Elliot sleeps with JD's brother - in JD's bed, Danl's back and missed everyone dearly, and did our guests know Donald already??

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On this week's episode, Doug find his calling in the morgue. In the real world, Zach reveals the identity of his first sexual partner.

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On this week's episode, women are doing it for themselves. In the real world, the guys are hyped for Family Feud, Donald and DJ Danl are back with another hot recap track and Joelle thinks having a dog is the same as having an actual human child.

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On this week's episode, the Sacred Heart staff thinks back on their best moments as healers. In the real world, Donald's enjoying a 1:00 PM night cap and Zach got nominated for a DGA award!

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On this week's episode, a sexy Irish brother distracts the hospital. In the real world, we didn't even try to get Colin Farrel. Joelle gets a special gift. We all saw the WAP performance. And Donald's dog is dancing with the bed.

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On this week's episode, J.D. struggles with the concept of doctor patient confidentiality, when there's a pretty lady on the line. In the real world, we have just come back from an epic weekend of a live show and Family Feud!

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Richard Kind didn't watch his episode, and it turns out to be a blessing of a life-time. We get lessons on auditioning, working with superstars, and life.

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On this week's episode, JD gets a diary with a horse and a sword and Matthew Perry flies model planes. In the real world, the guys have decided to find Joelle a lover. Apply at datejoellemonique@gmail.com.

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On this week's episode, JD must deal with the fact that Elliot has become a better doctor than him. In the real world, Zach's sound pad is finally operational! Joelle's co-hosting the Snyder Cut Red Carpet, and the guys discuss the 2000's thong craze.

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Zach's mom pays the pod a visit to discuss her new book, "The Falling Down Time: One Child's Story about Divorce" and share some incredible stories from Zach's childhood.

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In the real world, we speak with Donald's mom, Shirley Faison about what it was like to run a theater and recognizing talent in her child.

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On this week's episode, Turk and Carla ask JD to move out so they can get their freak on. In the real world. we're joined by Zach, Donald, and Sarah's stand-ins Scott, Devonte, and Rene.

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In this week's episode, JD disappears into a classic sitcom fantasy. In the real world, writer and friend of the pod, Shea Serrano, returns!

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On this weeks episode, Turk is an idiot and sees an ex behind Carla's back. In the real world, there's a mom friendly version of the dating theme song, the Australian game show contestant comes on as a guest, and Zach and Donald update us on their projects.

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On this week's episode, Joelle rounds up some of your favorite stories from Zach, Donald, and our guests on their early years of success in show business.

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On this week's episode, JD tries to impress the new woman in his life and accidentally sends the hospital into quarantine. In the real world, we're nearing the end of our quarantine. We decided to celebrate with A LIVE SHOW! It's full of fun guests, new songs, and old friends. Enjoy this labor of love, and celebration of the wonderful friendship that brought us all together.

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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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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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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, JD lrsrns sbout 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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On this weeks 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, 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, 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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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, Ted, Todd, and Jordan take over JD's narrating duties. In the real world, we have another surprise Scrubs family guest! 

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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/ 

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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!

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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. 

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

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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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In this weeks 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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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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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 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 think they're #2. An essential worker gets a special gift from GT's Kombucha!

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On this week's episode JD learns to 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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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, 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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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 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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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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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, 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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On this week's episode JD begins feeling himself as a doctor and decides to upgrade 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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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, Turk and JD help a dying patient find peace. In the real world, we've got a T-Mobile Super Bowl hit on our hands. Zach and Donald talk to the team behind the John Travolta appearance we all needed. 

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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. 

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Vanessa and Xander make their triumphant return to Fake Doctors to tell us about butt stuff, and how to keep the wife happy. Just a reminder - this one isn't for the kids. Enjoy! Go to vmtherapy.com for Vanessa's guides.

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On this week's episode, Sacred Heart is on a new channel and a new Chief of Medicine! Welcome, Courtney Cox to the hospital. In the real world, we're listening to more of your podcast suggestions and TV pitches. 

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On this week's episode, JD is voted the number one doctor at Sacred Heart, and Elliot must make a big decision about her favorite patient. In the real world, we kick back with more of your show pitches and podcast directions. 

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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. 

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On this week's episode, we're going live! We'll be in Seattle on June 10th doing the first-ever LIVE recap of My Musical. Tickets are available right now at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0F005EA18BF9159E

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On this week's episode, the entire hospital suffers an identity crisis. Does Cox enjoy his free time or his family more? Is Carla losing her identity as a Latina? Is JD the janitor now?! In the real world, the whole team is back. 

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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. 

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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!

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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. 

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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. 

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J.D. is asked to introduce Dr. Kelso at an awards dinner. In the real world, Donald's thankful for his friends, Zach did a floor routine, and the whole gang discusses old movie stars.

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On this week's episode, Dr. Cox becomes interim Chief of Medicine, Turk and Carla consider having another child, and JD and Elliot rekindle their friendship. In the real world, Donald is rapping again, thanks to AI. Plus, we do some dramatic script readings on Guy Love. 

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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. 

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