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 think it’s safe to say that Sean’s not America’s first hypochondriac, but he IS America’s first HypochondriACTOR!
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.
5/31/2023 • 47 minutes, 47 seconds
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.
5/24/2023 • 53 minutes, 11 seconds
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.
5/17/2023 • 52 minutes, 45 seconds
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!
5/10/2023 • 19 minutes, 7 seconds
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/show/7KqzqYGgZ9iXFw6Xy7tZQX or wherever you get your podcasts.
5/3/2023 • 33 minutes, 33 seconds
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
4/26/2023 • 51 minutes, 37 seconds
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 , https://spoti.fi/402AsUU , or wherever you get your podcasts.Check out other Hazy Mills Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/hazy-mills-productions/id6445694808For more information about HypochondriActor and other Hazy Mills Podcasts go to HazyMills.com
4/19/2023 • 45 minutes, 4 seconds
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/7zIweNNwZVD4LGGvUvXjJb?si=86e7ce0574e24398, or wherever you get your podcasts.
4/12/2023 • 40 minutes, 49 seconds
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
4/5/2023 • 37 minutes, 1 second
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.
3/29/2023 • 42 minutes, 56 seconds
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.
3/22/2023 • 38 minutes, 59 seconds
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.
3/15/2023 • 20 minutes, 9 seconds
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.
3/8/2023 • 43 minutes, 10 seconds
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.
3/1/2023 • 33 minutes, 54 seconds
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.
2/22/2023 • 27 minutes, 38 seconds
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.
2/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 20 seconds
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.
2/8/2023 • 38 minutes, 55 seconds
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.
2/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 8 seconds
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.
1/25/2023 • 49 minutes, 20 seconds
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.
1/18/2023 • 49 minutes, 39 seconds
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.
1/11/2023 • 41 minutes, 52 seconds
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.
1/4/2023 • 51 minutes, 29 seconds
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!
12/14/2022 • 54 minutes, 40 seconds
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.
12/7/2022 • 42 minutes, 33 seconds
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.
11/30/2022 • 49 minutes, 7 seconds
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!
11/23/2022 • 49 minutes, 2 seconds
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.
11/16/2022 • 46 minutes, 46 seconds
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.
11/9/2022 • 44 minutes, 49 seconds
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.
11/2/2022 • 54 minutes, 5 seconds
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
10/26/2022 • 54 minutes, 17 seconds
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
10/19/2022 • 50 minutes, 6 seconds
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
10/12/2022 • 47 minutes, 18 seconds
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
10/5/2022 • 48 minutes, 47 seconds
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
9/28/2022 • 47 minutes, 24 seconds
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
9/21/2022 • 40 minutes
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.
9/14/2022 • 48 minutes, 36 seconds
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."
9/7/2022 • 44 minutes, 38 seconds
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.
8/31/2022 • 48 minutes, 1 second
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.
8/24/2022 • 55 minutes, 38 seconds
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.
8/17/2022 • 41 minutes, 13 seconds
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.
8/10/2022 • 43 minutes, 52 seconds
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.
8/3/2022 • 45 minutes, 44 seconds
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!
7/27/2022 • 56 minutes, 14 seconds
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.
7/20/2022 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 35 seconds
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.
7/13/2022 • 52 minutes, 9 seconds
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.
7/6/2022 • 46 minutes, 24 seconds
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.
6/29/2022 • 52 minutes, 55 seconds
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).
6/22/2022 • 48 minutes, 48 seconds
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.
6/15/2022 • 54 minutes, 1 second
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.
6/8/2022 • 54 minutes, 2 seconds
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.
6/1/2022 • 55 minutes, 12 seconds
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.
5/25/2022 • 55 minutes, 17 seconds
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.
5/18/2022 • 57 minutes, 27 seconds
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.
5/11/2022 • 53 minutes, 24 seconds
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.
5/4/2022 • 53 minutes, 15 seconds
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.
4/27/2022 • 46 minutes, 30 seconds
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.
4/20/2022 • 57 minutes, 4 seconds
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.
4/13/2022 • 45 minutes, 54 seconds
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.
4/6/2022 • 47 minutes, 23 seconds
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.
3/30/2022 • 42 minutes, 2 seconds
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.
3/23/2022 • 46 minutes, 59 seconds
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.
3/16/2022 • 49 minutes, 58 seconds
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.
3/9/2022 • 42 minutes, 51 seconds
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.”
3/2/2022 • 56 minutes, 42 seconds
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.
2/23/2022 • 55 minutes, 8 seconds
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.
2/16/2022 • 46 minutes, 23 seconds
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.
2/9/2022 • 40 minutes, 30 seconds
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.
2/2/2022 • 53 minutes, 32 seconds
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.
1/26/2022 • 45 minutes, 33 seconds
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.
1/19/2022 • 55 minutes, 51 seconds
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.
1/12/2022 • 56 minutes, 58 seconds
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.
1/5/2022 • 44 minutes, 51 seconds
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.
12/29/2021 • 45 minutes, 44 seconds
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.
12/22/2021 • 47 minutes, 23 seconds
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!
12/15/2021 • 44 minutes, 13 seconds
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.
12/8/2021 • 46 minutes, 4 seconds
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.
12/1/2021 • 44 minutes, 55 seconds
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.
11/24/2021 • 55 minutes, 41 seconds
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.
11/17/2021 • 46 minutes, 39 seconds
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.
11/10/2021 • 55 minutes, 35 seconds
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.
11/3/2021 • 52 minutes, 16 seconds
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.
10/27/2021 • 53 minutes, 3 seconds
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.
10/20/2021 • 42 minutes, 31 seconds
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.
10/13/2021 • 48 minutes, 6 seconds
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).
10/6/2021 • 45 minutes, 40 seconds
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.
9/29/2021 • 45 minutes, 45 seconds
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.
9/22/2021 • 59 minutes, 33 seconds
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.
9/15/2021 • 48 minutes, 14 seconds
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.
9/8/2021 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds
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.
9/1/2021 • 46 minutes, 17 seconds
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.
8/25/2021 • 45 minutes, 33 seconds
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.
8/18/2021 • 45 minutes, 18 seconds
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.
8/11/2021 • 48 minutes, 59 seconds
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.
8/4/2021 • 55 minutes, 43 seconds
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.
7/28/2021 • 44 minutes, 46 seconds
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.
7/21/2021 • 44 minutes, 47 seconds
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!
7/14/2021 • 59 minutes, 38 seconds
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.
7/7/2021 • 46 minutes, 13 seconds
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.
6/30/2021 • 43 minutes, 13 seconds
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!
6/23/2021 • 46 minutes, 35 seconds
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.
6/16/2021 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds
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.
6/9/2021 • 33 minutes, 40 seconds
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!
6/2/2021 • 48 minutes, 51 seconds
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!
5/26/2021 • 37 minutes, 36 seconds
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.
5/19/2021 • 35 minutes, 32 seconds
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."
5/12/2021 • 42 minutes, 43 seconds
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!
5/5/2021 • 47 minutes, 32 seconds
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 in an effort to marry comedy and medicine. We think it’s safe to say that Sean’s not America’s first hypochondriac, but he IS America’s first HypochondriACTOR!
4/28/2021 • 1 minute, 54 seconds
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 in an effort to marry comedy and medicine. We think it’s safe to say that Sean’s not America’s first hypochondriac, but he IS America’s first HypochondriACTOR!