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Opie & Carl

Welcome to the Opie and Carl Podcast, a hilarious comedy podcast celebrating the infectious energy of FoodNetwork star Carl Ruiz. Join radio legend Opie and Carl Ruiz, known from Guy Fieri’s Grocery Games, for unscripted, laugh-out-loud conversations packed with food, fun, and friendship. Recorded on the streets, not in a studio, this podcast captures their raw chemistry and unstoppable good vibes. A heartfelt tribute to Carl, who passed on September 21, 2019, each episode honors his

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42:48

Roasted Birds Falling from Sky

Opie & Carl ·

2025/12/31

The second you hit play you’re getting hammered with non-stop laughs: Windmills chopping bald eagles in half while stoned, solar farms turning hawks into mid-air KFC, and Carl teaching you how to “seize the fat and lacquer the duck” between bird genocide jokes. Opie and Carl Ruiz with Vic Henley and Sherrod Small never let the comedy breathe for 52 straight minutes of pure, chaotic, old-school radio gold.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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15:24

Carl Dives into Pilsners the "Yoga Pants of Beer"

Opie & Carl ·

2025/12/26

Join Carl Ruiz on a hilarious solo adventure from California as he ropes in beer expert Ben Perry to demystify pilsners—the crisp, underrated lagers from the Czech Republic that cleanse your palate like nothing else. From tasting classics like Mama's Little Yella Pils to debating German vs. Czech styles with irreverent banter about tattoos, Warriors gear, and passing out in urinals, discover why these low-ABV beers are perfect for boilermakers and foodies alike. Whether you're a craft beer snob or

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37:52

Carl's UNFILTERED Family Takedown

Opie & Carl ·

2025/12/21

Carl just touched down from Miami after throwing the party of the century: his Grandma’s 90th birthday bash. What was supposed to be a classy, heartwarming family celebration quickly turned into a full-blown circus, and Carl has zero chill left when it comes to his relatives.Fresh off the plane and still smelling like Cuban cigars and regret, Carl unleashes an all-time rant, roasting every single family member who dared show their face including his bow tie wearing brother.No one is safe. Carl names

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38:48

Did Carl Ruiz’s Dog Really Eat an Entire UPS Truck?

Opie & Carl ·

2025/12/16

Tears flow when Opie remembers burying his brother’s dog on a freezing night, then absolute chaos erupts as Carl tells the legendary story of his chocolate Lab Max hijacking a UPS truck and devouring dozens of packages while the driver begs for mercy. Vic Henley goes nuclear over Alabama white sauce betrayal, Sherrod drops Chinatown bus nightmares, and the boys prove why this crew still brings the most unhinged, heartfelt, laugh-till-you-cry comedy chaos on earth. Hit play and thank us later —

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32:21

Carl cries over his dog & Dinner CHAOS

Opie & Carl ·

2025/12/11

One birthday dinner at Butter spirals into legendary chaos: Sherrod nearly fights a jealous husband while the wife sculpts his face in butter and begs for more, Nick Solaris terrorizes the kitchen sending back $300 steaks, Texas groupies light joints in their bras—and then Carl Ruiz breaks down crying over the chocolate Lab he lost in the divorce. Raw, hilarious, heartbreaking Opie Radio gold with Carl Ruiz, Sherrod Small, and Vic Henley. Hit play…you’ll laugh, you’ll wince, you might tear up.Become

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39:58

Opie's Insane Shaman Story

Opie & Carl ·

2025/12/06

Opie finally tells the full bat-shit story of the “healing” shaman his wife brought home after he got fired — tribal drums, Reiki, wooden jewelry, and a mystery Peruvian powder blown up both nostrils that lit his entire body on fire and had him vomiting like The Exorcist. Carl Ruiz, Vic Henley, and Sherrod Small lose their minds laughing while roasting the hell out of him. Raw, unfiltered comedy gold from the first post-Sirius reunion of the whole crew — you’ll never look at yoga bros the same way

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46:21

Church of Opie & Tax-Free Sneakers

Opie & Carl ·

2025/11/30

Opie finally lets Vic Henley near his building (but not inside — baby steps!). What follows is a classic NYC ramble through Central Park: insurance scams, family churches that dodge sales tax, topless 70-year-old sunbathers, dead-fish conspiracy theories, and a dive-bar soccer fan getting 86’d by an 80-year-old bartender named Poncho. They pick up Carl from a smoky bar fight, dodge the Dakota ghosts, and cliffhanger into Gebhards with Sherrod and Nick Salera for Larson Lager and Al Capone bourbon

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27:28

Fist Fighting with Ghosts & Carl’s Quick-Draw

Opie & Carl ·

2025/11/26

Opie and Carl hit the scorching NYC streets for a chaotic reunion mission: wrangle Vic Henley for the first post-firing O&A crew podcast at Gebhards. Along the way—hot dogs at Gray’s Papaya (mustard vs. sauerkraut wars), Matt Farah’s savage intro roasting Carl’s “Silicon Valley nerds bang dimes” delusion, Carl’s Food-Network-fueled first-date explosion (“like putting a monkey in a bathroom with a shotgun”), pregnant-fetish confessions, tattoo no-go zones, papaya-drink sabotage, and near-brawls

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47:06

Therapist Crushes & Wedding-Day Divorce Threats

Opie & Carl ·

2025/11/22

Opie confesses his sexy-older-therapist obsession while Carl brags about 57-year-old sugar-mama convertible hookups. The duo unpack introvert struggles, mentally-ill moms, disowning family for sanity, and the wedding where the bride demanded divorce on the big day. From HR betrayals to Navy SEAL pranks, they spill raw, unfiltered life—complete with sidewalk smokes, hill-climbing rants, and a recorder that dies right when the therapy session gets real. Real talk, zero filter, battery life sold

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38:35

Real Talk Down By The River

Opie & Carl ·

2025/11/18

Join Opie and Carl Ruiz for a wild ride through New York City in this hilarious and heartfelt episode of the Opie Radio podcast! Recorded on a humid summer day by the Hudson River, the duo dives into everything from overreacting to high school kids, dodging rogue cyclists, and debating global warming with a side of nerd-bashing. Carl shares a raw story about closing his beloved restaurant, Marie, while Opie opens up about the unjust SiriusXM firing and the real drama behind the Opie and Anthony

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66:43

Pineapple-juiced Adidas w/ Carl's Hillbilly Friends

Opie & Carl ·

2025/11/13

In this raucous episode of the Opie and Carl podcast, the guys wrap up their epic hang at the Big Apple Barbecue with Carl's hillbilly crew. From Nick Solaris' loudmouth critiques to the Fox Brothers' smoked baloney mastery, the episode is packed with Southern charm, bourbon-fueled chaos, and barbecue wisdom. Sam Jones and Pat Martin bring whole hog expertise and karaoke heartbreak, while Billy Durney nurses his wounds over stolen trucks and pineapple-juiced Adidas. Expect CB radio tales, redneck

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42:40

Barnyard Pimpin': A Wild Night with Carl's Hillbilly...

Opie & Carl ·

2025/11/08

Join Opie and Carl as they dive headfirst into the smoky, bourbon-fueled chaos of the Big Apple BBQ with Carl's hillbilly crew! From catastrophic podcast equipment fails to late-night steak tartare at a French diner, this episode is packed with Southern charm, gut-busting stories, and a whole lot of "kissing the bottle." Meet the Ubon’s gang, hear Gary’s legendary tales (including a horse-buying fiasco and a schnauzer joke that’ll leave you in stitches), and learn about Operation Barbecue Relief’s

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29:21

Opie Meets Carl's Hillbilly Friends

Opie & Carl ·

2025/11/03

Join Opie and Carl for a raucous, rib-smacking episode recorded live at the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party in New York City! The duo dives into the heart of Southern barbecue culture with the legendary Ubon’s crew from Yazoo City, Mississippi. From hilarious mix-ups (Opie as Ellen DeGeneres?!) to tales of fried chicken that’ll “change your life,” and a side of roadkill rumors, this episode is packed with laughter, soulful BBQ stories, and Southern hospitality. Meet pit masters, hear about Terence’s

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50:30

The Chef and The Spy

Opie & Carl ·

2025/10/29

Buckle up for an epic episode of the Opie and Carl Podcast as they sit down with world traveler Lee Abbamonte, who’s been to every country, from the icy extremes of the North and South Poles to the chaotic streets of North Korea. Hear jaw-dropping tales of flying on a Belarusian military plane with Prince Harry, dodging scams in Nigeria, and golfing in Afghanistan under armed guard. The conversation takes hilarious detours into Wet Willies, diamond-swapping scandals, and the best pizza in America

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52:59

World Traveler or CIA?

Opie & Carl ·

2025/10/24

Join Opie and Carl for a wild ride at Jack Dempsey’s in NYC, where the drinks flow and the stories get crazier by the minute! Carl’s freaking out over his powerless creepy cabin, overrun by spiders and bugs, while Opie stirs the pot with tales of spitting on cars and dodging trucker fights. Special guest Lee, the youngest American to visit every country, drops jaws with his Libya adventure during the Arab Spring—complete with firefights and a Jason Bourne-worthy passport moment. From dog park drama

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44:53

Carl's Mysterious Louis Vuitton Bag

Opie & Carl ·

2025/10/19

Join Opie, Carl, and comedian Vic Henley as they finish up day drinking and go for a wild, booze-fueled romp through New York City. The trio is hammered, hilarious, and hitting the streets, from devouring seafood feasts to debating Carl’s “hammer” on Instagram. A mysterious Louis Vuitton bag sparks chaos, leading to a comedic quest filled with hot dogs at Gray’s Papaya, encounters with quirky locals, and a surprise Potato Express discovery. Expect crude banter, heartfelt moments, and pure podcast

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51:40

Day Drinking for Carl's Divorce

Opie & Carl ·

2025/10/14

Join Opie, Food Network star Carl Ruiz, and comedian Vic Henley for a wild, boozy episode at The Ribbon on the Upper West Side. The trio dives into day drinking to cope with Carl’s divorce bombshell, indulging in fried chicken, deviled eggs, and a luxurious seafood platter with caviar. From shaman rituals and snorted “mystery plants” to heartfelt confessions and hilarious rants about shallots, this episode is a rollercoaster of raw emotion, culinary expertise, and unfiltered banter. Expect stories

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43:44

Sushi Scams and Sawdust Cheese: Food Industry Secrets

Opie & Carl ·

2025/10/09

In this eye-opening episode of the Opie & Carl podcast, Food Network star Carl Ruiz dives deep into the dark underbelly of the food world with Opie, Vic Henley and Nick Solares. From fake tuna and dyed salmon to sawdust in your Parmesan and mislabeled "San Marzano" tomatoes, Carl exposes the shocking truths behind what you’re really eating. Learn why most sushi isn’t what it seems, how "free-range" chickens are a scam, and why your favorite steakhouse might be serving you questionable cuts

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39:04

Quizzing Chris Distefano on History

Opie & Carl ·

2025/10/04

In this wild episode of Opie and Carl, Carl jets off on a private plane to California with the one and only Guy Fieri, leaving Opie to hold down the fort at Gebhards Beer Culture with comedian Chris Distefano. The duo dives into a hilarious take on history, from Civil War deserters to Revolutionary War band members dodging bullets. Things get surreal with a surprise FaceTime from Robert O’Neill, the Navy SEAL who took down Osama Bin Laden, sharing stories of his mission and dodging traffic tickets

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32:05

Carl flying private with Guy Fieri

Opie & Carl ·

2025/09/30

Buckle up for a wild ride at Gebhards Beer Culture in NYC with Opie, Carl Ruiz, and comedian Chris Distefano! This episode of the Opie and Carl podcast is a hilarious whirlwind of private jet flexes, heated debates over black-and-white cookies, and tales of tarmac flirtations. From Carl’s lavish jet-setting lifestyle to Chris’s controversial cookie takes, plus a surprise history lesson from Gloria from Baltimore, this episode is packed with laughs, food fights, and pure chaos. Tune in for burgers,

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