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XYZ with Erik Zachary

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by Erik Zachary

4.4(7 reviews)
711 episodes
Updated Daily
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Engagement51

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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.

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Publishing Since

8/26/2022

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Recent Episodes

Episode thumbnail for XYZ | Wedding Recap, T-Pain Confusion, and Locking Luggage Bins

June 22, 2026

XYZ | Wedding Recap, T-Pain Confusion, and Locking Luggage Bins

<p>Timothée Chalamet and Selena Gomez are going E.T. in the upcoming animated film &#39;Not Alone,&#39; while Mom delivers a Hot Take on the potential of locked overhead bins on airplanes. Jordan shares what it was like getting an Uber home after the honeymoon, Lewis Capaldi teases a new album, and we react to the hilarious mix up where DoorDash kept tagging T-Pain instead of New Zealand footballer Tim Payne. We also spend Mental Health Monday with Wild Geese by Mary Oliver and wrap with stories, surprises, and behind the scenes moments from Jordan’s wedding. Have you ever cried about a cookie before?</p><p><br></p><p>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&#39;s conversation, music, and plenty of surprises - but make no mistake, this isn&#39;t your parents&#39; radio show. (Although Erik’s mom drops by weekly with her own hot takes). XYZ’s mission: eliminate every reason you&#39;ve ever reached for the aux cord.</p><p><br></p><p>XYZ with Erik Zachary is nationally syndicated daily across the U.S. and available worldwide via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and more. Find out more at XYZwithEZ.com.</p>

Episode thumbnail for XYZ | Ben Stiller’s Knicks Doc, Portugal Adventures, and the Changing Face of Celebrity

June 21, 2026

XYZ | Ben Stiller’s Knicks Doc, Portugal Adventures, and the Changing Face of Celebrity

<p>Ben Stiller is developing a documentary about the New York Knicks with A24 (he wasn&#39;t just recording everything with an iPhone for memories). We react to Brooklyn Beckham’s DoorDash ad, hear Mom&#39;s take on Erik’s cultural experiences in Portugal, and bring back a long edition of Drink &amp; Think. We also ask whether Austin Powers 4 should actually happen, explore how the meaning of “celebrity” has changed in the social media era, and wrap with the unexpected skills we&#39;re surprisingly good at that nobody would ever guess.</p><p><br></p><p>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&#39;s conversation, music, and plenty of surprises - but make no mistake, this isn&#39;t your parents&#39; radio show. (Although Erik’s mom drops by weekly with her own hot takes). XYZ’s mission: eliminate every reason you&#39;ve ever reached for the aux cord.</p><p><br></p><p>XYZ with Erik Zachary is nationally syndicated daily across the U.S. and available worldwide via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and more. Find out more at XYZwithEZ.com.</p>

Episode thumbnail for XYZ | Emmy Campaigns, Pickle Summer, and Skills We Definitely Don’t Have

June 18, 2026

XYZ | Emmy Campaigns, Pickle Summer, and Skills We Definitely Don’t Have

<p>Brittany Allen submits herself for Emmy consideration, and it&#39;s not her first time either! We also react to a new animated animal movie inspired by &#39;Survivor,&#39; confess the things people assume we&#39;re good at that we&#39;re actually terrible at, and debate whether the pickle has officially become the pumpkin spice of summer. We wrap with a conversation about inherited friendships, sometimes the decision is just made for you. </p><p><br></p><p>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&#39;s conversation, music, and plenty of surprises - but make no mistake, this isn&#39;t your parents&#39; radio show. (Although Erik’s mom drops by weekly with her own hot takes). XYZ’s mission: eliminate every reason you&#39;ve ever reached for the aux cord.</p><p><br></p><p>XYZ with Erik Zachary is nationally syndicated daily across the U.S. and available worldwide via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and more. Find out more at XYZwithEZ.com.</p>

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What is 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.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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