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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,

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00:19:18

Title XYZ | Nirvana’s Legal Win, Mr. Rogers’ Zombie...

XYZ with Erik Zachary ·

2025/10/04

This week on XYZ, Nirvana finally wins the long-running lawsuit over the Nevermind album cover—yes, the one with the baby. Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” gets the Run It Back treatment, and Red Bull’s daredevil pilots literally climb out of their planes midair. We’ll dig into how Mr. Rogers is somehow the unlikely inspiration behind modern zombie films, revisit some nostalgic throwbacks, and confess a few social media impulse purchases.Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik Zachary

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00:05:47

Taylor Swift – "Life of a Showgirl" | XYZ Album...

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2025/10/03

Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl marks a sparkling pivot from the stormy weight of The Tortured Poets Department to something brighter, bolder, and joyfully self-aware. Built on shimmering pop textures, soft rock grooves, and her signature lyrical bite, the record embraces the glamour of constant performance while peeling back the curtain on the vulnerability that comes with it. With longtime collaborators Max Martin and Shellback back in the mix, Swift leans into infectious hooks, playful

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00:19:53

XYZ | Shan Learns a New Word, Dog Anti-Aging Pills,...

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2025/10/02

Taylor Swift’s new single Father Figure is making waves following George Michael’s classic hit, and we’re diving into what we’ve been watching this week. Scientists say an anti-aging drug for dogs could arrive by 2026, and Shan reveals a spooky coincidence. Plus, one woman is charging her husband $600 a month if he skips chores, and the 46th annual World Worm-Charming Championship proves that yes, people will compete at literally anything.Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik

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00:19:58

XYZ | Lady Gaga’s Mayhem Ball, Lucille Ball’s Star...

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2025/10/01

Lady Gaga’s The Mayhem Ball is smashing expectations, crossing $100 million in ticket sales ahead of schedule. Amazon is rolling out new AI-powered features for Ring cameras, and we’re putting Shan and Jordan to The Test. Plus, we dive into why Star Trek only exists thanks to Lucille Ball, cover a massive recall of over 50 million pounds of Jimmy Dean meats due to possible wood contamination, and Shan learns about the concept of poutine. Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik

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00:14:00

XYZ | Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl, Selena & Benny’s...

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2025/09/29

Bad Bunny is taking over the Super Bowl halftime show, and Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco just surprised fans with their wedding photos. Jack Antonoff is clapping back at the Ticketmaster CEO, while Pizza Hut is rolling out a questionable new Matcha Cheese Stuffed Crust. Today’s Dumb of the Day goes to kids burning themselves over a K-Pop TikTok noodle trend, and Stephen King’s wife nearly walked out over his obsession with Mambo No. 5. We’ll wrap with some truly chaotic travel horror stories you

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00:16:27

XYZ | Miley’s Future, Charlie’s NYC Debut, and One...

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2025/09/26

Will Miley Cyrus still be famous in ten years? She'll decide. We’re sharing thoughts on her existential question while Charlie Puth rolls out his new track Beat Yourself Up during a residency at NYC’s Blue Note. New music in this week's Fresh Out, Mom is celebrating Olive Garden, and Jordan reveals his subtle but undeniable addiction to in-flight games. Plus, we’ve got today’s Dumb of the Day: a squirrel so mean it’s terrorizing Bay Area locals.Hosted by renowned television and radio

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00:15:13

XYZ | Cardi B’s MTA Voiceover, Disney+ Price Hike,...

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2025/09/24

Cardi B is now the voice of the NYC subway system—yes, really. We’re breaking down our most creative high school attendance excuses and a story on a South Carolina teaching assistant who somehow thought poop spray was classroom-appropriate (it wasn’t). Disney+ is hiking their prices again and we’ve got our T-Mobile Topic on times when the enemy is your own mother. Plus, you don't want to miss Mom’s Hot Take today featuring a truly unprecedented standpoint on scrolling down. Hosted by renowned

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00:04:18

Bonus Episode: AI & Helicopters?!

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2025/09/23

Erik and Audrey go full throttle on two things you probably didn’t expect to hear in the same sentence: artificial intelligence and helicopters. From the funny to the futuristic, the conversation weaves through tech rabbit holes, real-life “wait, what?!” moments, and a few classic tangents that only XYZ can pull off.If you’ve ever wondered how Erik would handle a self-flying chopper, or what Audrey really thinks about letting AI run wild, this is your episode. Consider it a layover between full

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00:15:16

XYZ | Adele’s Super Bowl Goss, Spider-Man Set Scare,...

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2025/09/22

Adele might be the next artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show, and Tom Holland’s latest Spider-Man shoot nearly turned disastrous after a stunt accident sent two people to the hospital. This week’s Mental Health Moment is all about letting go of what you can’t control before it controls you. Mom's back with her take on Erik's new Taylor Swift phone, and an Ohio administrator gets suspended for trying to flip school lawnmowers on Facebook Marketplace. We'll wrap things up with a

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00:20:12

XYZ | Cardi B’s Baby News, Limewire Buys Fyre Fest,...

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2025/09/17

Cardi B just announced baby number four, and Shan checks in from Dallas with stories you won’t believe—including her own power outage drama and her thoughts on this week's Disney heist. Limewire is making headlines again with a shocking Fyre Fest acquisition, and Mom’s Hot Take is all about porch pirates. Young Blud is teaming up with Aerosmith after his big VMA moment, Jordan gives us a Portugal check-in, and Kirkland Prosecco is facing a surprising recall. Plus, Benson Boone’s camera guy gets

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00:04:00

Ed Sheeran – "Play" | XYZ Album Spotlight

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2025/09/12

Ed Sheeran has officially released his eighth studio album — and it just might be his most versatile yet. Blending a rich tapestry of global cultures and sounds, Ed approaches each new influence with care, respect, and authenticity. Rather than appropriating, he honors the origins of the music that inspires him.This latest release leads with love, explores the depths of loss, expresses pride, and ultimately lands on a note of promise. It’s an album that feels both personal and universal — a journey

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00:23:01

XYZ | Hillary Duff’s Big News, Ed Sheeran Relocates,...

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2025/09/10

Hillary Duff makes a major career move, signing with Atlantic Records, while Ed Sheeran sets up shop in the US ahead of his Play tour. Steven Spielberg can’t stop praising Leonardo DiCaprio’s latest performance, and Shan dives into this year’s Emmy frontrunners. We’ve also got more Coldplay cheating scandal fallout, and the story of a girl who crashed her car while singing a popular Britney Spears song... take a wild guess which one. Plus, kids flip the script in today’s T-Mobile Topic, where we

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00:23:46

XYZ | Taika & Rita’s Fyre Fest Musical, The Pope’s...

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2025/09/09

Taika Waititi and Rita Ora are turning the chaos of Fyre Festival into a stage musical—yes, really. Julia Garner is officially stepping into Madonna’s shoes for the upcoming biopic, and The Pope is apparently opening restaurants at the Vatican. Taylor Swift is dropping a Target-exclusive Life of a Showgirl CD, plus we’ve got a tech roundup from IFA Berlin to JetBlue’s internet upgrade. Ryan Reynolds once made Denzel Washington furious on set, Lindsay Lohan somehow changed the kombucha game forever,

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00:20:31

XYZ | T-Pain’s 20-Year Tour, VMAs Recap, and...

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2025/09/08

T-Pain is celebrating 20 years in music with his TP20 Tour—could a Super Bowl halftime show be in the cards? We’ve got a full VMAs recap, including Rose’s speech and standout moments, plus this week’s Mental Health Monday on setting boundaries. Tom Holland is reading all your comments, Mark Zuckerberg is somehow suing… Mark Zuckerberg, and one California woman successfully registered her dog to vote. We’ll also cover the man who got caught crawling on top of the American flag at a Jets game and

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00:23:51

XYZ | Charlie Puth’s New Era, Gaga’s Last-Minute...

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2025/09/06

Charlie Puth teases a new era with his track Whatever’s Clever, Lady Gaga cancels a show just minutes before it kicks off, and Doja Cat doesn’t hold back when she calls her last album “a massive fart.” Plus, Ryan Cabrera joins the show for this week's Artist Spotlight, Raising Cane’s is finally heading to London, and reports reveal the push-up benchmark that puts you in the top 1–5% of men. We’ll also cover our ultimate walk-out songs and a Polish CEO facing global backlash after taking a signed

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00:18:51

XYZ | Lightsaber Auction, Sesame Street Hits YouTube,...

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2025/09/04

From a real Star Wars lightsaber hitting the auction block to Justin Bieber announcing SWAG II, we've got your daily pop culture fix. Plus, the entire Sesame Street catalog making its way to YouTube, Erewhon opening in New York City, and Drake promoting an upcoming Degrassi documentary. We’ll also dig into why Vikings may never have worn horns and revisit a classic moments from The 40-Year-Old Virgin.Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik Zachary and his co-host Jordan Foster,

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00:23:56

XYZ | Miley’s Music Industry Take, Cardi B’s Court...

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2025/09/03

Miley Cyrus takes aim at the music industry, accusing it of caring more about streams than songs. Meanwhile, Cardi B scores another big win in court, and Mariah Carey reveals the release date and cover art for her highly anticipated album Here For It All. On the gaming front, Call of Duty may be leveling up to the big screen, while Taco Bell is forced to rethink its AI drive-through after a glitch led to one customer ordering 18,000 waters. Plus, we dig into SHEIN’s surprising new menswear strategy

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00:24:26

XYZ | More Sydney Sweeney Drama, iPhone 17 Rumors,...

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2025/09/02

From Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun’s rumored romance sparking drama to Fifth Harmony reuniting, we’ve got today's biggest buzz. Plus, Walmart’s goal to take on Amazon Prime Video, JD Vance worrying about a potential Super Bowl wedding, and Apple dropping digs at The Beatles while teasing the iPhone 17. We’ll also dive into embarrassing childhood memories that still haunt us today in this week’s T-Mobile Topic.Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik Zachary and his co-host

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00:19:05

XYZ | Halsey’s Tour, Florida Batman, and Retro Comebacks

XYZ with Erik Zachary ·

2025/08/29

From Halsey announcing her Back To Badlands world tour to The Weeknd reportedly looking to raise $1 billion with his music catalog, we’ve got the week’s biggest stories. Plus, Role Model’s unexpected "Sally," Sabrina Carpenter stepping into the spotlight, and a Florida man who stopped a thief while dressed as Batman. We’ll also get into baggage tag scams, Mom's Hot Take on retro trends, and why Jordan claims water aerobics are more legit than pickleball. Hosted by renowned television

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00:22:11

XYZ | Ariana Grande Tour, Napoleon’s Height Myth, and...

XYZ with Erik Zachary ·

2025/08/28

This episode covers Ariana Grande’s big tour news, what Taylor Swift’s dad really said to Travis Kelce about the proposal, and why Bill Belichick and Jordan Hudson are trademarking “Gold Digger.” We spotlight Ed Sheeran’s charity art sale, clear up the long-standing myth about Napoleon’s height, and unpack a shocking “atomic wedgie” crime. Plus, luxury caviar nuggets and Japan’s AI-generated Mt. Fuji eruption that left Tokyo residents spooked.Hosted by renowned television and radio personality Erik

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