Gregg "Opie" Hughes
Opie & Carl
Headline: The Unfiltered Archives of the "Cuban Elvis" Carl Ruiz. Before the world lost the legendary Carl Ruiz , he and radio icon Opie took their legendary chemistry to the streets of New York City and beyond. This is the definitive collection of the Opie and Carl Podcast , featuring the raw, unscripted, and riotous conversations that built the #RuizArmy .From the infamous Creep Cabin and the cobblestones of Nantucket to the bars of the Upper West Side, join the Food Network star (known from Guy Fieri’s Grocery Games ) and the broadcasting vet for a masterclass in riffing. No studios, no...
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Gregg "Opie" Hughes
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Latest episode
Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Prison Fights & The NYC Exodus: Why Everyone is Fleeing the North 24.03.2026 1:06:13
This is a pre pod episode from our time at SiriusXM. From the "Showtime" Thai prison fight documentary to the brutal reality of Manhattan rent, Opie and Carl Ruiz dive deep into why the Northeast is driving everyone insane. The duo rants about the death penalty, the secret to the perfect Fried Chicken Skin Sandwich, and why the "Southern Freedom" dream is real. This is a raw, pre-pod masterclass i...
ROASTING Nantucket sitting in rocking chairs 19.03.2026 49:14
Ever wondered what happens when comedians invade a millionaire's paradise like Nantucket? Join Opie as he chats with hilarious guests Vic Henley, a veteran stand-up comic, and chef Carl Ruiz about shark encounters, celebrity run-ins like John Kerry's sweater fiasco, and pacing with Stephen Wright at the Comedy Festival. Dive into this irreverent episode for laughs on beaches, soccer rants, and isl...
Wandering around Nantucket making Carl uncomfortable 14.03.2026 25:46
Opie and Carl Ruiz roam Nantucket's windy cobblestone alleys, turning a simple walk into chaotic hilarity with awkward stranger confrontations, vintage Jeep ogling, and relentless ribbing. Highlights include Opie's relentless people-bothering, Opie's eagle sanctuary rants about unhappy hopping birds that "want to soar," and the infamous moment Carl catches Opie mid-pud-pulling while storytelling....
Your Family Becomes Flesh-Eating Zombies 09.03.2026 52:13
*** This is a pre podcast show where Carl came in a lot to do Opie's radio show at SiriusXM. Also on this episode comedians Rich Vos and Chris Distefano. They roast cable news stars (Jake Tapper’s “losers” wall, Shepard Smith as the “gay Riddler,” Wolf Blitzer love, Don Lemon’s ear piercing), share credit-score disasters and family drama (Carl’s baby-food Easter fiasco), and obsess over food. The...
Live Nantucket Theater "I'm Gonna Danny Ocean This Whole Place" 04.03.2026 31:20
Opie and the crew take the stage at the Nantucket Comedy Festival for an unscripted, no-holds-barred riot featuring wild stories of spite-fueled bar takeovers, insane watch heists fantasies, and stealth wealth spotting among the island's elite. Joined by Chef Carl Ruiz and comedians Vic Henley and Sherrod Small, they roast everything from $440K Rolexes and lightship baskets to Boston radio mayhem...
On Stage at Nantucket Comedy Festival 27.02.2026 30:55
Dive into an unannounced live podcast from Nantucket's Comedy Festival where Opie turns an empty theater into uproarious gold with Vic Henley, Chef Carl Ruiz, and Sherrod Small. From billionaire parties and strip club escapades to a teen's beer-fueled expulsion from Germany and spite-fueled rants on divorce and culinary disasters, the banter flows with irreverent wit and shocking twists. Tune in f...
Hammered in Nantucket 22.02.2026 37:35
Ever wondered what happens when comedy legends hit Nantucket for a festival and unleash pure, unfiltered mayhem? Join Opie as he captures wild bar banter with chef Carl Ruiz and comedian Sherrod Small, from epic food philosophies and Cosby Cosmos shots to near-brawls, terry cloth shopping sprees, and a surprising cobblestone history lesson. Tune in for laughs that hit harder than the hangover—perf...
Roaming Nantucket: Chaos, Whales, and Rich People Shenanigans 17.02.2026 40:22
Ever wondered what happens when a pack of irreverent comedians invades America's wealthiest island? Join Opie as he teams up with Carl Ruiz, Sherrod Small, Vic Henley, and a surprise Ron White for wild tales of bumpy flights, whaling museum myths, and bar-hopping banter that exposes Nantucket's sneaky rich vibes. Tune in for non-stop laughs that reveal the hilarious underbelly of luxury life—perfe...
Opie BLINDSIDED w/ Opie and Anthony crap at Mike Bocchetti's house 12.02.2026 42:32
Ever wondered what really shattered the Opie & Anthony empire and sparked lifelong feuds? Join Opie at comedian Mike Bocchetti's quirky family home for raw tales of heart-stopping health scares, behind-the-scenes betrayals, and hilarious influences from legends like Sam Kinison. Tune in for unfiltered insights that reveal the brutal truths of showbiz survival and inspire you to chase your own...
Touring Mike Bocchetti's Wild Staten Island Home 07.02.2026 57:23
Opie calls Carl Ruiz who's already in Nantucket living the life of a boy toy! Opie will be joining him in a couple days to podcast as part of the Nantucket Comedy Festival but first... Ever wondered what life looks like for a comedian who's survived a heart attack and still lives with his mom? Dive into this hilarious house tour with Mike Bocchetti, where Opie uncovers antique trains, dentures se...
Opie ROASTS Carl's Giant Chocolate Bar 30.01.2026 39:35
Dive into the chaos as Vic Henley teams up with Opie and Carl to roast a massive, indulgent chocolate bar that Carl hauled in—only for Opie to unleash his signature ball-busting hilarity. From giant bombs and luxury cars to Caitlyn Jenner's bold transformation, this episode explodes with unfiltered banter that'll have you rethinking your snack choices and celebrity scandals. Get ready for non-stop...
Lightning Crashing VS Yacht 25.01.2026 40:37
Picture this: Opie straight-up smashes Bernie Goetz's demo CD right in front of him on air, sparking a legendary meltdown that had everyone fearing for their lives—then fast-forward to a yacht adventure where the crew relives it all amid thunder, clams flying onto luxury towels, and Pearl Jam deep-dive obsessions. Joined by Matt Farah of The Smoking Tire, this episode delivers non-stop irreverent...
Eight Fingers In and then 20.01.2026 29:57
Picture this: Carl finally scores with the summer crush in her sundress, goes full efficiency mode with an aggressive under-the-dress move, only to pull out eight fingers covered in... surprise toilet paper. Relive the cringeworthy hookup disaster that had everyone expecting romance but delivered barbarian-level chaos, plus rare Zima chugging, vintage watch flips worth millions, and savage roasts...
Fishing on a yacht was a DUMB IDEA 15.01.2026 40:00
What if the "self-driving" tech everyone's hyping could actually get you killed—and the guy with a million YouTube subs knows exactly why? Join Opie, Carl Ruiz, and Smoking Tire legend Matt Farah on a wild yacht ride where they dismantle Tesla hype, swap insane high school car stories (Dodge Aspen guillotine doors included), and pay raw tribute to Patrice O'Neal's unmatched genius. OH! And Opie th...
Pooping on a Yacht with Matt Farah 10.01.2026 27:12
Ever wondered what happens when radio legend Opie meets car guru Matt Farah on a luxurious yacht for an unfiltered chat? Dive into hilarious tales of boating mishaps, celebrity helicopters, and upgrading from crappy podcast gear to pro-level banter, all while cruising the Long Island Sound. Tune in for raw laughs and insider stories that prove even icons fumble—perfect for fans craving irreverent...
Heading to Matt Farah's Yacht 05.01.2026 35:56
Buckle up for pure unfiltered mayhem as Opie and Carl road-trip to Greenwich, roasting yacht culture, spilling coffee on "privileged" coffee shop kids, and butchering classic song lyrics before finally boarding Matt Farah's (The Smoking Tire) yacht for the ultimate hang. Expect savage ball-busting, awkward rich-town encounters, and the kind of raw, no-holds-barred comedy that made Opie a radio leg...
Roasted Birds Falling from Sky 31.12.2025 42:48
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 rad...
Carl Dives into Pilsners the "Yoga Pants of Beer" 26.12.2025 15:24
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 t...
Carl's UNFILTERED Family Takedown 21.12.2025 37:52
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...
Did Carl Ruiz’s Dog Really Eat an Entire UPS Truck? 16.12.2025 38:48
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...
Carl cries over his dog & Dinner CHAOS 11.12.2025 32:21
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...
Opie's Insane Shaman Story 06.12.2025 39:58
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 g...
Church of Opie & Tax-Free Sneakers 30.11.2025 46:21
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 ghos...
Fist Fighting with Ghosts & Carl’s Quick-Draw 26.11.2025 27:28
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 wit...
Therapist Crushes & Wedding-Day Divorce Threats 22.11.2025 47:06
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 recor...
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