HypochondriActor

HypochondriActor

Hazy Mills Network

Dr. Priyanka Wali is a licensed and practicing physician who specializes in Internal Medicine and is also a stand up comedian. Sean Hayes is NOT a Doctor and he’s never played one on tv, but he sure is interested in medical stories, medical advice and whatever might be ailing him at any given hour. Each episode, Sean and Dr. Wali bring on a guest with an incredible medical story and discuss the outcome. They’ll also play games, quiz each other on medical history, and learn a thing or two... all in an effort to marry comedy and medicine. We t...

Andrew McCarthy / Walking

Andrew McCarthy / Walking

Scott and Priyanka discuss their origin stories and how they got started in their careers. The iconic Andrew McCarthy is on the show! He discusses his new travel memoir and the importance of relationship building.

May 31, 2023 • 47:47

Will Sasso / Pericarditis

Will Sasso / Pericarditis

Scott discusses his recent sunny vacay. Priyanka talks about her teeth grinding and the importance of journaling. The hilarious Will Sasso is on the podcast to share how a tooth crown turned into a hospital stay.

May 24, 2023 • 53:11

Sarah Drew / Inducing Labor & Shingles

Sarah Drew / Inducing Labor & Shingles

Scott and Priyanka discuss Scott's first colonoscopy. She might not be a doctor, but she certainly played one on TV ... It's the incredible Sarah Drew. She talks about an intense Grey's Anatomy story and her experience having Shingles during the peak of the pandemic.

May 17, 2023 • 52:45

Introducing Scott Wolf!

Introducing Scott Wolf!

Everyone, give a round of applause for the amazing Scott Wolf! Priyanka walks Scott through his first foray into podcast hosting and Scott updates Priyanka on his current medical ailments!

May 10, 2023 • 19:07

Annual Checkup / Episode 100

Annual Checkup / Episode 100

It's the 100th episode of HypochondriActor and we have big news! Sean and Priyanka announce who will be the guest host while Sean is on Broadway. We also take a trip through our medical records. Sean and Priyanka recap some of their favorite moments from the first 100 episodes.Leave us a message by calling 1-323-529-6031. Keep sharing your stories with us!Follow the show on Instagram @HypochondriActorTo listen to The Randy Rainbow Podcast go to apple.co/randyrainbow, https://open.spotify.com/sho

May 3, 2023 • 33:33

Rewind -  Robert Downey Jr. / "Cat Scratch Fever"

Rewind - Robert Downey Jr. / "Cat Scratch Fever"

Before our 100th episode, it's time to rewind and revisit one of our favorite episodes where Sean and Priyanka talk to Robert Downey Jr. Dr. Wali and Sean reveal their morning routines. Robert Downey Jr. shares his love for Wing Chun Kung Fu and his thoughts on Iron Man’s final words. And Dr. Wali uncovers the truth about Robert’s “Cat Scratch Fever.”Leave us a message by calling 1-323-529-6031. Keep sharing your stories with us! Follow the show on Instagram @HypochondriActor

Apr 26, 2023 • 51:37

Rewind - Roy Wood Jr. / Pulled Hamstring

Rewind - Roy Wood Jr. / Pulled Hamstring

In honor of our friend Roy Wood Jr. hosting the White House Correspondents' dinner this weekend, revisit one of our favorite episodes! Sean and Priyanka talk about some very serious funny business ... clown school! Roy Wood Jr. discusses his strip club throat and how he pulled a hamstring playing softball.Leave us a message by calling 1-323-529-6031. Keep sharing your stories with us!Follow the show on Instagram @HypochondriActorTo listen to Eating Out With Eric & Steve go to apple.co/eatingout

Apr 19, 2023 • 45:04

Andy Bell / Double Hip Replacement

Andy Bell / Double Hip Replacement

Priyanka and Sean discuss crowning (at the dentist). Sean takes Priyanka's advice about rest. The glorious Andy Bell is on the show! He talks about his legendary career with Erasure, sings some songs with Sean, and tells the story of his double hip replacement.Leave us a message by calling 1-323-529-6031. Keep sharing your stories with us!Follow the show on Instagram @HypochondriActorTo listen to Eating Out With Eric & Steve go to apple.co/eatingout, https://open.spotify.com/show/7zIweNNwZVD4LGG

Apr 12, 2023 • 40:49

SPECIAL - Our Producer's Vibriosis

SPECIAL - Our Producer's Vibriosis

It's a very special episode of HypochondriActor! A caller shares her "twisted" tale. Hypo producer, Rebecca, is on the show to tell her cautionary story about vibrio illness.Leave us a message by calling 1-323-529-6031. Keep sharing your stories with us!Follow the show on Instagram @HypochondriActor

Apr 5, 2023 • 37:01

Brian d'Arcy James / Kidney Stones

Brian d'Arcy James / Kidney Stones

Sean tells Priyanka about how he drew inspiration from the LA Philharmonic for his role in Goodnight, Oscar. Priyanka reminds Sean of the importance of taking a break. Brian D'Arcy James joins the show! He discusses his new Off-Broadway musical and the terrible time he had kidney stones.

Mar 29, 2023 • 42:56

Randall Park / Bell's Palsy

Randall Park / Bell's Palsy

Sean and Priyanka discuss TikTok and their efforts to learn how to use the platform. Randall Park is on the show! He talks about his directorial debut, falling in love, and the time he had Bell's Palsy.

Mar 22, 2023 • 38:59

SPECIAL - The Jeremy Renner Story

SPECIAL - The Jeremy Renner Story

In this HypochondriActor special, a caller tells her shocking story about dental work. Sean and Priyanka discuss the scary incident Jeremy Renner experienced and what his road to recovery could look like.

Mar 15, 2023 • 20:09

Hilarie Burton / Amnesia

Hilarie Burton / Amnesia

Sean tells Priyanka about the scholarship fund he has at Illinois State University and the time he met one of the recipients. The wonderful Hillarie Burton joins the podcast! She shares her fascination with amnesia and all the details about her recent true crime series.

Mar 8, 2023 • 43:10

Wilson Cruz / Shorter Leg

Wilson Cruz / Shorter Leg

This podcast goes swimmingly! Sean and Priyanka talk about Sean's fear of swimming and how to reduce anxiety. The wonderful Wilson Cruz is on the show. He tells the story of how he learned one leg was shorter than the other.

Mar 1, 2023 • 33:54

SPECIAL  - The Damar Hamlin Story

SPECIAL - The Damar Hamlin Story

It's our very first HypochondriActor special! A caller tells the story of the time she had whooping cough while abroad. Sean and Priyanka discuss the terrifying incident that happened to Buffalo Bills football player Damar Hamlin and Priyanka shares her medical insights.

Feb 22, 2023 • 27:38

Shaun Cassidy / Torn Achilles

Shaun Cassidy / Torn Achilles

Happy Valentine's Day! In this love filled episode, Priyanka and Sean share their thoughts on the holiday. The talented Shaun Cassidy is on the show to talk about his work New Amsterdam and his recovery after tearing his achilles tendon.

Feb 15, 2023 • 39:20

Elaine Hendrix / Scarlet Fever

Elaine Hendrix / Scarlet Fever

HypochondriActor is nominated for an iHeart Podcast Award! Sean and Priyanka celebrate the good news. The marvelous Elaine Hendrix is on the podcast. She discusses her status as a gay icon and the interesting case of scarlet fever she had as a child.

Feb 8, 2023 • 38:55

Phil Rosenthal / ALS aka Lou Gehrig's Disease

Phil Rosenthal / ALS aka Lou Gehrig's Disease

You may say they are dreamers! Priyanka discusses how her fantasy of safely eating a walnut came true in her dreams. Sean wonders why his heart races while he sleeps. Everybody loves Phil Rosenthal! He joins the podcast this week to discuss his Netflix show, Somebody Feed Phil, and the incredible work of I Am ALS.

Feb 1, 2023 • 38:08

Deepak Chopra / Practicing Medicine

Deepak Chopra / Practicing Medicine

Sean and Priyanka discuss the books currently occupying their minds. The incredibly smart Deepak Chopra is on the show! He discusses his new book, his many years as a doctor, and his experiences with plant based medicines.

Jan 25, 2023 • 49:20

Penn Badgley / Premature Birth

Penn Badgley / Premature Birth

Priyanka reveals her love of the dentist and Sean is NOT here for it. Girl, on this episode, we're gossiping with the incredible Penn Badgley! He discusses his podcast, the new season of YOU and the health complications he had as a baby.

Jan 18, 2023 • 49:39

Antoni Porowski / Clubbed Fingers

Antoni Porowski / Clubbed Fingers

Welcome back to a brand new year of HypochondriActor! On this episode, Sean and Priyanka discuss their thoughts on New Year's resolutions. Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski is on the podcast! He talks about his new Netflix show and the idiopathic clubbing that happens in his fingers.

Jan 11, 2023 • 41:52

Rewind - Conan O'Brien / Ocular Shingles

Rewind - Conan O'Brien / Ocular Shingles

Happy New Year! Please enjoy revisiting one of our favorite episodes so far. Sean and Dr. Wali cover some stingers with bee venom therapy, medical pimping, and visiting space. Conan O’Brien re-lives his attack by ocular shingles.

Jan 4, 2023 • 51:29

Scott Icenogle / Holiday Special

Scott Icenogle / Holiday Special

In the last episode of 2022, Sean and Priyanka are joined by a very special guest. ... Sean's husband Scotty! Sean, Priyanka, and Scotty discuss their holiday traditions, their plans for the season and Scotty's scary hypoglycemic episode. We will be back in the New Year with new episodes!

Dec 14, 2022 • 54:40

Bonnie Hunt / Fragrance Allergy

Bonnie Hunt / Fragrance Allergy

Sean learns something new about Priyanka ... She's fluent in Spanish! A caller shares how her pregnancy helped her headaches. The hilarious Bonnie Hunt joins the podcast to discuss her allergy to fragrances and her legendary resume.

Dec 7, 2022 • 42:33

Adam Conover / Bed Wetting & ADD

Adam Conover / Bed Wetting & ADD

Can you believe tomorrow is December? Sean and Priyanka share their thoughts on the holiday season and how much they dislike Black Friday. Adam Ruins Everything ... except this podcast! Adam Conover is on to discuss his Netflix show, his stand-up tour about his ADD, and how he used to wet the bed as a child.

Nov 30, 2022 • 49:07

Eric McCormack & Steven Weber / Thanksgiving Special

Eric McCormack & Steven Weber / Thanksgiving Special

It's Thanksgiving! Eric McCormack (Will & Grace) and Steven Weber (Wings, Chicago Med) join Sean and Priyanka for a special holiday episode. They share all their favorite (and least favorite) Thanksgiving memories, give updates on their medical anxieties, and discuss Eric and Steven's new dinner party podcast!

Nov 23, 2022 • 49:02

Shaun White / Congenital Heart Defects

Shaun White / Congenital Heart Defects

Sean asks Priyanka about the worst advice she's ever received (and how she ended up in the middle of a gang fight). Olympian Shaun White is on the podcast to talk about his new lifestyle brand Whitespace and his congenital heart defects.

Nov 16, 2022 • 46:46

Kim Fields / Surprise Pregnancy

Kim Fields / Surprise Pregnancy

Sean and Priyanka discuss journaling their days away and the benefits it has to their mental health. The wonderful Kim Fields joins the show to discuss her surprise pregnancy and her Netflix show The Upshaws.

Nov 9, 2022 • 44:49

Dr. Drew / Prostate Cancer

Dr. Drew / Prostate Cancer

It's an all doctor episode! The FDA Commissioner joins Sean and Priyanka to discuss the importance of getting vaccinated this flu season. Dr. Drew is on the podcast! From Loveline to Ask Dr. Drew, he shares all about his career and his prostate cancer diagnosis.

Nov 2, 2022 • 54:05

Danica Patrick / Breast Implant Illness

Danica Patrick / Breast Implant Illness

Boo! On this spooky episode of HypochondriActor, Sean and Priyanka share their favorite costumes from Halloween past. NASCAR legend Danica Patrick joins the show to discuss her experience with breast implant illness.To leave a message for Sean and Dr. Wali please call 323-529-6031.For more information about HypochondriActor other Hazy Mills shows go to www.HazyMills.comTo listen to full episodes of The Randy Rainbow Podcast go to: apple.co/randyrainbow

Oct 26, 2022 • 54:17

Kathy Najimy / Difficulty Sleeping

Kathy Najimy / Difficulty Sleeping

Sean discusses with Priyanka the return of his ocular migraines. It’s spooky season and our favorite witch Kathy Najimy is on the podcast. She talks about Hocus Pocus 2 and living with diabetes.To leave a message for Sean and Dr. Wali please call 323-529-6031.For more information about HypochondriActor other Hazy Mills shows go to www.HazyMills.comTo listen to full episodes of The Randy Rainbow Podcast go to: apple.co/randyrainbow

Oct 19, 2022 • 50:06

Randy Rainbow / Airplane Claustrophobia

Randy Rainbow / Airplane Claustrophobia

Sean and Priyanka discuss the smells that trigger instant nostalgia. Can you guess Sean's cologne of choice? The glorious Randy Rainbow comes out and onto the show! He talks about starting his own new podcast and feeling claustrophobic on airplanes.To leave a message for Sean and Dr. Wali please call 323-529-6031.To listen to full episodes of The Randy Rainbow Podcast go to: apple.co/randyrainbow

Oct 12, 2022 • 47:18

Justin Long / Mysterious Butt Bite

Justin Long / Mysterious Butt Bite

Sean shares a clip of Carol Burnett on The Randy Rainbow Podcast. Priyanka and Sean gush about their love of music. Justin Long tells the tale of his mysterious butt bite.To leave a message for Sean and Dr. Wali please call 323-529-6031.For more information about HypochondriActor other Hazy Mills shows go to www.HazyMills.comTo listen to full episodes of The Randy Rainbow Podcast go to: apple.co/randyrainbow

Oct 5, 2022 • 48:47

Alyssa Milano / Anxiety & PTS

Alyssa Milano / Anxiety & PTS

Priyanka lets Sean in on her new daily habit. Alyssa Milano is on to talk about her complex PTS and the methods she uses to calm her mind.To listen to full episodes of The Randy Rainbow Podcast go to: apple.co/randyrainbow

Sep 28, 2022 • 47:24

Roy Wood Jr. / Pulled Hamstring

Roy Wood Jr. / Pulled Hamstring

Sean and Priyanka discuss some very serious funny business ... clown school! Roy Wood Jr. discusses his strip club throat and how he pulled a hamstring playing softball.Roy Wood Jr. at 2016 RTCA Dinner (C-SPAN): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32XA4D9Zyag

Sep 21, 2022 • 40:00

Rosie O'Donnell / Major Heart Attack

Rosie O'Donnell / Major Heart Attack

Sean and Priyanka share the best gifts they have ever received. Rosie O'Donnell is on the podcast to talk about "A League of Their Own" and the time she had a major heart attack.

Sep 14, 2022 • 48:36

Billy Crudup / Broken Toe

Billy Crudup / Broken Toe

Priyanka tests Sean's memory of the roles he's played and the scenes he'll never forget. Billy Crudup discusses his Emmy-nominated performance on The Morning Show and his experience having a "pee fracture."

Sep 7, 2022 • 44:38

Marina Squerciati / Post Lumbar Puncture Headache

Marina Squerciati / Post Lumbar Puncture Headache

Priyanka tells Sean about her AMAZING trip to Egypt and what she learned. Fresh off the set of NBC's Chicago P.D., Marina Squerciati is on the podcast to share her journey from paralegal to actor and the time she needed a post lumbar puncture.

Aug 31, 2022 • 48:01

Jenny Slate / Night Terrors

Jenny Slate / Night Terrors

Priyanka offers to help Sean confront his fear of swimming and they debate the purpose of baths. Jenny Slate is on the show to talk about her aversion to the movie IT and her night terrors.

Aug 24, 2022 • 55:38

Steve Zahn / Dengue Fever

Steve Zahn / Dengue Fever

To turn your phone on Do Not Disturb or not to, that is the question Sean and Priyanka debate. Steve Zahn is itching to share his experience having Dengue Fever on this episode of HypochondriActor.

Aug 17, 2022 • 41:13

Meghan Trainor / Mold Allergy & Skin Picking

Meghan Trainor / Mold Allergy & Skin Picking

Sean and Priyanka discuss gut health and Sean’s love hate relationship with ice cream. Meghan Trainor shares her obsession with picking her skin and the discovery of her mold allergy.

Aug 10, 2022 • 43:52

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar / Peaceful Living

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar / Peaceful Living

Sean and Priyanka gush about their love for Lord of the Rings and discuss how important farting is to their daily routine. Indian yoga guru Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar joins the podcast to reveal his tips on how to stay calm and live a peaceful life.

Aug 3, 2022 • 45:44

Richard Marx / Mysterious Illness

Richard Marx / Mysterious Illness

Priyanka and Sean spill all about the worst jobs they've had. Richard Marx joins the podcast to talk about his latest album and the illness he had that doctors still can't explain!

Jul 27, 2022 • 56:14

Cheryl Burke/ Alzheimer's

Cheryl Burke/ Alzheimer's

Priyanka leaves clown school after too much clowning around. Sean pokes fun at his acupuncture treatments. Cheryl Burke cha-chas onto the podcast to discuss Dancing with the Stars and her mom's Alzheimer's diagnosis.

Jul 20, 2022 • 1:08:35

Melissa Joan Hart / Hypochondria

Melissa Joan Hart / Hypochondria

Priyanka reveals who she most wants to have dinner with. Sean discusses befriending his idols. Melissa Joan Hart explains it all on this episode! She shares her relationship with being a HypochondriActor and all the times her kids have bonked their heads.

Jul 13, 2022 • 52:09

Annie Potts / Broken Bones

Annie Potts / Broken Bones

Sitting in a tree, K-I-S-S-I-N-G! Sean reveals his childhood celebrity crush. Priyanka talks about traveling to Georgia to perform her one woman show for medical students. Annie Potts is on the show is discuss the scary car crash she was in and her recovery since.

Jul 6, 2022 • 46:24

Michael Rosenbaum / Spinal Hardware Malfunction

Michael Rosenbaum / Spinal Hardware Malfunction

Sean talks about surviving "attacks" from the furnace monster. Priyanka tells the spooky story of Wee Willie Winkie. Michael Rosenbaum joins the podcast to share the wild stories of his eight back surgeries and the time his spinal hardware malfunctioned.

Jun 29, 2022 • 52:55

Heather McMahan / Fertility

Heather McMahan / Fertility

Sean and Priyanka spill the beans on their favorite comfort foods. Sean reveals mac and cheese is the way to his heart. The hilarious Heather McMahan is on the podcast to discuss her journey with fertility (and the mistakes she made along the way).

Jun 22, 2022 • 48:48

Larry Wilmore / Empathetic Pain

Larry Wilmore / Empathetic Pain

Sean and Priyanka discuss how it's a small world after all. Sean theorizes about his nightmares. Larry Wilmore joins the podcast to discuss empathy and his mysterious back pain.

Jun 15, 2022 • 54:01

Pat Monahan / Rotator Cuff Surgery

Pat Monahan / Rotator Cuff Surgery

Hey, Soul Sisters (a.k.a HypochondriActor listeners) now that you're back in the atmosphere, we're excited to share with you this amazing episode! Sean and Priyanka talk about what makes a perfect film and the movies they love to show people. Pat Monahan "drives by" the podcast to discuss Train's new album and the time he tore his rotator cuff.

Jun 8, 2022 • 54:02

Heather Dubrow / Bunion Surgery

Heather Dubrow / Bunion Surgery

Priyanka discusses burnout and the need for self care. Learning about a caller's cornea transplant hurt Sean's eggplant emoji. Heather Dubrow keeps it real and shows off her bunion surgery scars.

Jun 1, 2022 • 55:12

Jay Shetty / Mental Health Awareness

Jay Shetty / Mental Health Awareness

Heckler? They hardly know her! Priyanka shares her experiences being heckled at her stand-up shows. Jay Shetty joins the podcast to talk about the importance of mental health for Mental Health Awareness Month. Sean asks Jay for tips on practicing mindfulness.

May 25, 2022 • 55:17

Rachel Bloom / ADHD in Women

Rachel Bloom / ADHD in Women

From doctor to farmer ... Priyanka tells Sean about her time at a ranch retreat. Rachel Bloom joins the podcast to talk about her new memoir and her recent ADHD diagnosis.

May 18, 2022 • 57:27

Alison Brie / Head Trauma & Vision Loss

Alison Brie / Head Trauma & Vision Loss

Priyanka and Sean predict the next big medical advancements. A caller is blindsided by his Toxoplasmosis diagnosis. Alison Brie shares her rare and interesting story of the time she lost her vision after hitting her head. Sean and Alison discuss wearing many hats in Hollywood.

May 11, 2022 • 53:24

Ali Wentworth / Covid 19

Ali Wentworth / Covid 19

Priyanka's clowning around lands her in a neck brace. A listener calls in about his interesting reaction to hot tubs. Ali Wentworth recaps her experience with COVID-19 and which hunky celeb she mistook her husband for.

May 4, 2022 • 53:15

Bobby Berk / Back Pain

Bobby Berk / Back Pain

Sean reveals the good news about his arm strain. Priyanka details her ambivalence for all sports (except surfing). Fab Five's Bobby Berk talks Queer Eye and his struggle with back pain.

Apr 27, 2022 • 46:30

Sophia Bush / Heart Disease in Women

Sophia Bush / Heart Disease in Women

Sean asks Priyanka about how she de-stresses as Sean heads into an intense tech week for his new play in Chicago. Sophia Bush sows the seeds of success with her One Tree Hill rewatch podcast and new show Good Sam. Sophia passionately brings awareness to the need for more research into heart disease in women.

Apr 20, 2022 • 57:04

Annual Checkup / Best Of Episode

Annual Checkup / Best Of Episode

On this very special 50th episode of HypochondriActor, we celebrate the show's first birthday! While Sean is in Chicago working on his play, Priyanka reminisces on all the best moments from the show so far -- from ocular shingles and knee surgery to poop and butts.

Apr 13, 2022 • 45:54

Jon Cryer / GERD & Skin Cancer

Jon Cryer / GERD & Skin Cancer

Priyanka's love for graham crackers borders on obsession. Sean and Jon Cryer discuss getting lucky (in the industry). Working out makes more than just Jon's muscles burn. From GERD to sarcomas, Jon walks Priyanka and Sean through his medical maladies.

Apr 6, 2022 • 47:23

Rachel Dratch / Raynaud's Phenomenon

Rachel Dratch / Raynaud's Phenomenon

Sean's experience being stuck on a plane for nine hours is Priyanka's worst nightmare. A listener calls in about a time his peepee went poopoo. Rachel Dratch shares the history of her iconic Debbie Downer character and the time she broke a bone because of the Brady Bunch. Priyanka uncovers how Rachel's relationship drama played a role with her Raynaud's.

Mar 30, 2022 • 42:02

Leslie Jordan / Life in Recovery

Leslie Jordan / Life in Recovery

Sean's shingles shot leaves him sickly but safeguarded. Priyanka struggles with staying serene. Leslie Jordan shares his story about growing up gay in the South and his stirring journey with sobriety.

Mar 23, 2022 • 46:59

Scott Wolf / Fecal Impaction

Scott Wolf / Fecal Impaction

Dr. Wali discusses the importance of dancing like no one is watching. Sean makes a "rash" decision. Scott Wolf and Dr. Wali compare notes about playing doctor. Scott reveals the impact of not taking his laxatives.

Mar 16, 2022 • 49:58

Margaret Cho / Plantar Warts & Fungus

Margaret Cho / Plantar Warts & Fungus

Sean's colonoscopy saga comes to an end and his test results are revealed. A listener calls in with another bug story. Margaret Cho talks confidence in comedy. And Dr. Wali digs deep into Margaret's plantar warts.

Mar 9, 2022 • 42:51

Robert Downey Jr. / "Cat Scratch Fever"

Robert Downey Jr. / "Cat Scratch Fever"

Dr. Wali and Sean reveal their morning routines. Robert Downey Jr. shares his love for Wing Chun Kung Fu and his thoughts on Iron Man’s final words. And Dr. Wali uncovers the truth about Robert’s “Cat Scratch Fever.”

Mar 2, 2022 • 56:42

Debra Messing / Bronchitis & Head Injury

Debra Messing / Bronchitis & Head Injury

Sean and Dr. Wali talk about travel comfort items. Debra Messing breathes through her story about bronchitis and how she quit smoking. Sean and Debra reminisce about their time on Will & Grace and talk about what it takes to perform on Broadway eight times a week.

Feb 23, 2022 • 55:08

Chelsea Handler / Cannabis & Ayahuasca

Chelsea Handler / Cannabis & Ayahuasca

Sean goes deep to update Dr. Wali on how his colonoscopy went. Then they confront the importance of being honest in therapy. Chelsea Handler rhapsodizes about her love of cannabis and her experience with ayahuasca.

Feb 16, 2022 • 46:23

Margo Martindale / Scoliosis

Margo Martindale / Scoliosis

Sean covers both ends by mentally preparing for his upcoming colonoscopy. Sean and Dr. Wali talk about the human experience through time. A listener calls in about being born without a butthole. Margo Martindale bends over backwards to share her scoliosis story.

Feb 9, 2022 • 40:30

Tony Hale / Asthma

Tony Hale / Asthma

Sean and Dr. Wali talk about discrimination in medicine and music that has had a deep impact in their lives. Tony Hale takes a deep breath and talks about his experience with asthma.

Feb 2, 2022 • 53:32

Wendie Malick / Arthritis

Wendie Malick / Arthritis

Sean faces the music over his tendonitis from playing the piano and delves deeply into stress over his upcoming colonoscopy. Wendie Malick talks about managing her arthritis and breaking her ankle motorcycling in Africa.

Jan 26, 2022 • 45:33

Tony Goldwyn / Daughter's Tonsillectomy

Tony Goldwyn / Daughter's Tonsillectomy

Sean’s A-Fib acts up again so he has to sneak out of a party to rush to the hospital. Priyanka explains trauma therapy with EMDR and Brainspotting. Tony Goldwyn shares his scary parent story when his 18 month old daughter needed a tonsillectomy.

Jan 19, 2022 • 55:51

Tim Daly  / Broken Legs & Toe

Tim Daly / Broken Legs & Toe

Dr. Wali helps Sean understand alcohol’s effect on sleep and they both share their love of animals for mental health. Tim Daly tells the cracking tale of breaking his own toe with his bare hands and then breaking both of his legs skiing.

Jan 12, 2022 • 56:58

Henry Winkler / Dyslexia

Henry Winkler / Dyslexia

Dr. Wali tells Sean about a common Kashmiri superstition and about the importance of patience for patient’s healing. Henry Winkler shares his views on gratitude, his love of opera, and how he uses his struggles with dyslexia to help others.

Jan 5, 2022 • 44:51

Year End Bonus Episode

Year End Bonus Episode

Sean and Dr. Wali reflect on a year of celebrity ailments, share listener stories, and answer listener questions. And for the first time ever, the Dr. Wali vs. Sean Smackdown in Dr. Wali’s Hall of Fame trivia game.

Dec 29, 2021 • 45:44

Kate Flannery / Broken Ribs & Vocal Cords & Her Mother’s Emphysema

Kate Flannery / Broken Ribs & Vocal Cords & Her Mother’s Emphysema

Sean and Dr. Wali talk about fingers in the butt, rust pee, and how Sean decides on which acting roles he takes. Kate Flannery talks about doing her own stunts on The Office, fracturing her rib, bruising her vocal cords, and her mother’s struggle with emphysema and lymphedema.

Dec 22, 2021 • 47:23

Alexandra Daddario  / Acupuncture

Alexandra Daddario / Acupuncture

Dr. Wali meets the business end of a bee and gives her clear view of blue light blocking glasses with Sean. Alexandra Daddario shares some sharp points about acupuncture and the unusual place she has had the needle. Listen to the episode to find out where!

Dec 15, 2021 • 44:13

Emily Hampshire / Laryngitis & Misophonia

Emily Hampshire / Laryngitis & Misophonia

Sean and Dr. Wali dream about sleep studies, lend an earful on Van Gogh, and cut to the quick about trimming your toenails too short. Emily Hampshire chokes up about her experience with laryngitis and misophonia.

Dec 8, 2021 • 46:04

Tia Mowry / Endometriosis

Tia Mowry / Endometriosis

Dr. Wali shares her work at UCSF researching the use of psilocybin (magic mushrooms) as a single medication for depression and Sean reveals that he finally got his shingles vaccine. Spoiler, he survived! Tia Mowry shares her endometriosis story.

Dec 1, 2021 • 44:55

Conan O'Brien / Ocular Shingles

Conan O'Brien / Ocular Shingles

Sean and Dr. Wali cover some stingers with bee venom therapy, medical pimping, and visiting space. Conan O’Brien re-lives his attack by ocular shingles.

Nov 24, 2021 • 55:41

Jane Leeves / Allergic Reaction Onstage

Jane Leeves / Allergic Reaction Onstage

Sean and Dr. Wali warn of the importance of following the money when medical and health studies are released. Jane Leeves shares a stinky moment onstage when she had an allergic reaction to perfume.Thanks to our sponsor MITT, the first luxury alcohol wipe. A New Way for our New Normal. We have a special code for our listeners with a super deal. Just go to SuperMitt.com and use the code, HYPO for 25% off.

Nov 17, 2021 • 46:39

Idina Menzel / Broken Rib & Vocal Health

Idina Menzel / Broken Rib & Vocal Health

Sean and Dr. Wali discuss cell phone neck strain and Sean’s disastrous waffle making attempt. Idina Menzel tells the tale of breaking a rib while performing Wicked and then being carted off to the hospital in full green witch makeup. She also shares the vital task of protecting her voice.

Nov 10, 2021 • 55:35

David Giuntoli / Partial Hearing Loss

David Giuntoli / Partial Hearing Loss

Dr. Wali shares her “Grimm” audition story and then she and Sean talk about being a leader and being led. David Giuntoli explains the as yet unheard mystery of his hearing loss.

Nov 3, 2021 • 52:16

Max Greenfield / Blood in Saliva, Loss & Grief

Max Greenfield / Blood in Saliva, Loss & Grief

Sean and Dr. Wali talk about the pressures of aging. Max Greenfield is haunted by medical fears, and tells of spitting blood and dealing with grief and loss.

Oct 27, 2021 • 53:03

Miranda Cosgrove / Mystery Leg Puncture

Miranda Cosgrove / Mystery Leg Puncture

Spoiler alert: Sean is sensitive, now backed by science. Miranda Cosgrove is as confused as we are about the surprise puncture in her leg after ankle surgery.

Oct 20, 2021 • 42:31

Kevin Nealon / Prostate Exams, Peripheral Neuropathy, & A-Fib

Kevin Nealon / Prostate Exams, Peripheral Neuropathy, & A-Fib

Sean and Dr. Wali dive into sound baths and saddle up for equine assisted psychotherapy. Kevin Nealon goes deep about his recent prostate exam, his peripheral neuropathy, and A-Fib.

Oct 13, 2021 • 48:06

Jim Jefferies / Hemorrhoid Surgery, Diverticulitis, & Glandular Fever

Jim Jefferies / Hemorrhoid Surgery, Diverticulitis, & Glandular Fever

Priyanka explains PRP (platelet-rich plasma) to Sean so he can finally understand what his doctors injected into his knee. Jim Jefferies talks out of his ***hole about his hemorrhoids and diverticulitis and how his first kiss turned into Glandular Fever (mono).

Oct 6, 2021 • 45:40

Chris Colfer / Parotitis & Hip Surgery

Chris Colfer / Parotitis & Hip Surgery

Sean reveals the truth about his torn meniscus. Hint: He doesn’t have one. Chris Colfer “spits” out his parotitis story and why he feels no glee about his hip surgery.

Sep 29, 2021 • 45:45

Dr. Sanjay Gupta / Performing Emergency Brain Surgery

Dr. Sanjay Gupta / Performing Emergency Brain Surgery

Find out why Sean is wearing a foot boot and hear Dr. Wali explain the connection between a peanut allergy and a lung transplant. Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks about his double life in medicine and as a public figure. And don’t miss his story of performing emergency life saving brain surgery with a Black & Decker drill.

Sep 22, 2021 • 59:33

Joel McHale / Dyslexia, Memory Loss, & Concussions

Joel McHale / Dyslexia, Memory Loss, & Concussions

Sean celebrates Priyanka’s birthday and Priyanka shares her obsession with the Netflix show, “Glow Up: Britain’s Next Make-Up Star.” Joel McHale shares his journeys through dyslexia, memory loss, and his seven concussions.

Sep 15, 2021 • 48:14

Cedric The Entertainer / Hip Replacement & Diabetic Nerve Pain

Cedric The Entertainer / Hip Replacement & Diabetic Nerve Pain

Sean gives an ear infection update and Priyanka does a gut-check and learns she has H-pylori after a long bout of eczema. Cedric The Entertainer tells his hip replacement story and shares his passion for shedding light on diabetic nerve pain.

Sep 8, 2021 • 39:10

Anders Holm / Dupuytren's Contracture & Lasik Surgery

Anders Holm / Dupuytren's Contracture & Lasik Surgery

Sean’s affection for his dog gets him an ear infection and Priyanka prevents his panic over the arthritis in his foot. Anders Holm makes Sean squirm as he describes in detail his love for LASIK eye surgery and shares his experience inheriting Dupuytren's contracture.

Sep 1, 2021 • 46:17

Kaitlin Olson / Hypoglycemia & Head Injury

Kaitlin Olson / Hypoglycemia & Head Injury

With the help of Dr. Wali, Sean gets a better understanding of his abdominal distress. Kaitlin Olson shares her experience with hypoglycemia and tells the story of how she got a hole in her head.

Aug 25, 2021 • 45:33

Huey Lewis / Hearing Loss

Huey Lewis / Hearing Loss

Sean shares his traumatic tale of pot panic. And Huey Lewis gives us the news about his hearing loss and managing Ménière's disease.

Aug 18, 2021 • 45:18

Glenn Howerton / Back Pain & Approach to Food

Glenn Howerton / Back Pain & Approach to Food

Sean scares himself while talking about his own cataract. And then brace yourself as Glenn Howerton talks about tackling back pain, using his brain to stop the pain, and his approach to food.

Aug 11, 2021 • 48:59

Jessica Meir / The Human Body in Space

Jessica Meir / The Human Body in Space

Sean recounts his experience with Hepatitis A and his body's aversion to anti-nausea medication. Astronaut Jessica Meir enchants with her stories from space.

Aug 4, 2021 • 55:43

Danny Trejo / Brain Injury & Liver Cancer

Danny Trejo / Brain Injury & Liver Cancer

Sean gives an update on his AFib and scheduled ablation. But your heart will really start pumping when you hear Danny Trejo's story about his brain injury, liver cancer, and how he has found so much success through helping others.

Jul 28, 2021 • 44:46

Mayim Bialik / Dental Implants Gone Wrong

Mayim Bialik / Dental Implants Gone Wrong

Dig your heels in to this episode where Sean talks about how he danced his way to Plantar Fasciitis. Mayim Bialik joins to tell the story of her dental implants and how she was left with a hole in her face.

Jul 21, 2021 • 44:47

Dax Shepard / Bike Accidents & Amnesia

Dax Shepard / Bike Accidents & Amnesia

Buckle up, Sean talks hemorrhoids! We have podcast extraordianne, Dax Shepard on to talk about his many manly injuries, including when he had amnesia after a wakeboarding accident. You won't forget this one!

Jul 14, 2021 • 59:38

Eric McCormack / Nasal Spray!

Eric McCormack / Nasal Spray!

Dr. Wali talks to Sean about Kidney Stones. No beans about it! The always hilarious, Eric McCormack joins us to discuss his chronic use of nasal spray as wells as his time on Broadway.

Jul 7, 2021 • 46:13

Ben Feldman / Neck Surgery

Ben Feldman / Neck Surgery

Sean loves to dance but his meniscus is meniscu-him-crazy! Ben Feldman brings his charm and energy to the show to talk about having neck surgery in the height of quarantine.

Jun 30, 2021 • 43:13

Howie Mandel / The Ultimate Hypo & A-Fib

Howie Mandel / The Ultimate Hypo & A-Fib

Sean discusses his evening mouthguard (sexy!) for grinding teeth. The always hilarious Howie Mandel joins us to share in the hypochondria and also discuss his A-fib!

Jun 23, 2021 • 46:35

Yvette Nicole Brown / Diabetes & Caregiving

Yvette Nicole Brown / Diabetes & Caregiving

Sean suffers from Tendonitis and Carpal Tunnel. Yvette charms us with her nerd knowledge (guess who wins the Dr. Wali's Hall of Fame?) and shares her experience with Diabetes. We also shine a light on caregiving.

Jun 16, 2021 • 38:05

Alec Baldwin / Lyme Disease

Alec Baldwin / Lyme Disease

Sean tries to comprehend his "fainting spells." Alec Baldwin (you know who he is!) joins us to talk about east coast ticks and the mysterious Lyme Disease. Dr. Wali's hall of fame proves to be confusing for the guys.

Jun 9, 2021 • 33:40

Jimmy Kimmel & His Dad / Everything

Jimmy Kimmel & His Dad / Everything

Sean and Dr. Wali discuss the dangers of performing on Broadway. We have on double Jimmys to discuss all of Jimmy Kimmel's dads many ailments!

Jun 2, 2021 • 48:51

Tig Notaro / C-Diff

Tig Notaro / C-Diff

Dr. Wali investigates Sean's tale of his ruptured small intestine. Our friend Tig Notaro (Army of the Dead, One Mississippi) joins us to talk about C-Diff. The team also learns that the heart controls everything!

May 26, 2021 • 37:36

Leslie Odom Jr. / Swine Flu

Leslie Odom Jr. / Swine Flu

Sean learns why you should never mix Sudafed and Codeine. The multi-talented actor, Leslie Odom Jr. (One Night in Miami, Hamilton), joins us to discuss his experience with Swine Flu.

May 19, 2021 • 35:32

Kristen Bell / Depression, Anxiety and a side of Eczema

Kristen Bell / Depression, Anxiety and a side of Eczema

Dr. Wali debunks Sean's fear of dying from drinking too much water. We also have the charming Kristen Bell on to bring light Anxiety, Depression and a dash on Eczema. K-Bell takes on Sean in a heated battle of "Dr. Wali's Hall of Fame."

May 12, 2021 • 42:43

Will Arnett / MCL Tear and Cold Plunging

Will Arnett / MCL Tear and Cold Plunging

In our first episode ever, Sean and Dr. Wali discuss his nose job gone wrong. Will Arnett joins us to discuss his MCL tear and his love of the sauna and cold plunging. The guys go head to head against each other in some epic medical trivia!

May 5, 2021 • 47:32

HypochondriActor Trailer 2

HypochondriActor Trailer 2

Dr. Priyanka Wali is a licensed and practicing physician who specializes in Internal Medicine and is also a stand up comedian. Sean Hayes is NOT a Doctor and he’s never played one on tv, but he sure is interested in medical stories, medical advice and whatever might be ailing him at any given hour. Each episode, Sean and Dr. Wali bring on a guest with an incredible medical story and discuss the outcome. They’ll also play games, quiz each other on medical history, and learn a thing or two... all

Apr 28, 2021 • 1:54

Introducing HypochondriActor

Introducing HypochondriActor

Dr. Priyanka Wali is a licensed and practicing physician who specializes in Internal Medicine and is also a stand up comedian. Sean Hayes is NOT a Doctor and he’s never played one on tv, but he sure is interested in medical stories, medical advice and whatever might be ailing him at any given hour. Each episode, Sean and Dr. Wali bring on a guest with an incredible medical story and discuss the outcome. They’ll also play games, quiz each other on medical history, and learn a thing or two... all

Apr 21, 2021 • 1:55

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