Gregg "Opie" Hughes

Opie Radio

Comedy EN ↓ 1000 episodes

Opie Radio: Unfiltered. Unscripted. Unapologetic. ​From the heart of New York City, legendary broadcaster Opie brings his signature "no-filter" energy to the podcast world. Moving beyond the constraints of traditional radio, Opie Radio is a daily dive into the chaos of NYC, the evolving comedy landscape, and the raw truth behind the headlines. ​Whether he’s riffing on the absurdity of the city, sharing high-stakes stories from the trenches of radio history, or highlighting classic moments with legendary friends like Carl Ruiz and the iconic Opie and Anthony era, Opie delivers a high-energy exp...

Author

Gregg "Opie" Hughes

Category

Comedy

Podcast website

www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Jan 24, 2025

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Episodes

Ep 25 - Live from Nantucket Dreamland Theater! 26.07.2018

In this second installment from our adventures on Nantucket, Opie, Carl, Sherrod, and VIc take the stage at Nantucket Dreamland Theater! In top-form, they improvise a performance that includes tales of their most recent escapades on the island, invite a few audience members to join them for the fun, and drop a bunch of one-liners along the way with hints or references to current events, society, a...

Ep 24 - The Wheels are Off in Nantucket 23.07.2018

Opie lands in Nantucket to meet up with Sherrod Small and Vic Henley. They talk hydrangea (yes, they actually do), small planes, rich people, the Cuban's escapdes, after party-life, the 2018 Nantucket Comedy Festival, and even chat with, Ron White. Not long after, they catch-up with Chef Carl Ruiz, and the party goes to 11! It's a slice of life kind of episode... as the boys take you along for the...

Ep 23 - Your Mother! 19.07.2018

Opie kicks off ep 23 by touching base with The Cuban, who's now invaded Nantucket! They discuss Carl's escapades thus far as our host makes his way through Staten Island to the home of comedian/actor, Mike Bocchetti. Once inside our guest's house, you'll get a tour, meet Tony (Mike's brother and breakout star of this episode), his friend, Sal, the family dog, and Mike's wonderful mother. Opie's ne...

Ep 22 - "Awakened" with Murr, from Impractical Jokers 16.07.2018

Opie takes a walk through Times Square to interview, James Murray (Author of Awakened - A Novel and host from TV's Impractical Jokers). Along the way he meets a film-maker, smells a lot of weed, stops to watch a guy play buckets, and gives a rapper a chance to be heard by his listeners. He finally makes his way to Jack Dempsey's in NYC to meet up with Murr. They discuss manscaping, waxing, getting...

Ep 21 - Yachtcast "Lightning Crashes" 12.07.2018

The voyage continues with Opie, Carl,and Matt Farah from, The Smoking Tire, talking the Tesla, those so called... self-driving cars, Carl confessing to crushing high school girls... while he was still in high school...of course... and Opie making an excuse to do a podcast so he could actually go fishing. As waves start to threaten on the Long Island Sound.... the wind rears it's ugly head.... as t...

Ep 20 - Yachtcast "To Dump or Not to Dump" 09.07.2018

Opie & Carl are invited on a yacht for episode 20! Matt Farah (all around great guy and host of The Smoking Tire youtube channel/podcast), awaits our dynamic duo as they make their way to the dock. On the way, Opie practices his annoying "rich guy" voice, they stop for coffee (awkward moment spoiler alert!), talk about the Kennedy family, some fat guy, boating, things you can't see on "audio o...

Ep 19 - Beer Pod! 05.07.2018

Here's a mini-pod brought to you by Opie Radio! This episode features Carl Ruiz with Ben Perry, and goes deep into the beer we know as... The Pilsner!  While you're here, take a listen to a great podcast with Ben!  https://twitter.com/sportsmeatsbeer   Of course, here's the one and only Carl:  https://www.instagram.com/saborchef/ ...and the lovely, Aarti:  https://twitter.com/aartipaarti?ref_src=t...

Ep 18 - Right Where We Left Off! Yeeeeah! 02.07.2018

Opie is joined by Carl Ruiz, Vic Henley, Sherrod Small, and Nick Solares for a fun-filled conversation about Ariana Grande, dogs (not so fun), food, music, friendship, comedy, confrontations, divorce, girls, swans, and the long awaited "Shaman" story! All taped live at Gebhards in NYC:  https://www.beerculture.nyc/gebhards/ https://twitter.com/carlruiz https://twitter.com/VicHenley https://twitter...

Ep 17 - Fist Fighting with a Ghost! 28.06.2018

Just hours before Opie is about to hit the record button for a highly anticipated podcast at Gebhard's in NYC... he has a few things to take care of. So come along with our host as he meets up with The Cuban for a little bit of conversation and a quick bite to eat... Then it's a time-jump over to Vic as they cut through Central Park, check out a topless lady... and even walk by the famous Dakota b...

Ep 16 - Batteries Not Included 25.06.2018

Opie escapes a possible threat with Carl on the mean streets of NYC, and then he decides... that now would be a good time to record another podcast episode. They discuss nerds, girls, global warming, the love for older women.. sort of, relationships, work, and even go deep with some personal stuff from the past. Just when things start to get even deeper... something interesting happens but, you'll...

Ep 15 - Opie & The Hillbillies (Part 2) 21.06.2018

The Big Apple BBQ concludes with this episode...  It's food, drinks, laughs, and a cast of many in this two part series! Opie steps a little deeper into the world of Chef Carl Ruiz. This time, for the annual Big Apple BBQ! Just wait to you hear some of the tales and jokes from these southern foodies!  Lots of charm, pithy comments, and that's just Opie and Carl! You'll fall in love with some of th...

Ep 14 - Opie & The Hillbillies (Part 1) 18.06.2018

It's food, drinks, laughs, and a cast of many in this two part series! Opie steps a little deeper into the world of Chef Carl Ruiz. This time, for the annual Big Apple BBQ! Just wait to you hear some of the tales and jokes from these southern foodies!  Lots of charm, pithy comments, and that's just Opie and Carl! You'll fall in love with some of the guests on this one for sure. Here's a list of th...

Ep 13 - World Traveler or CIA? 14.06.2018

Opie and Chef Carl come face to face with the youngest man to travel the world! Although, they're not too convinced that he isn't working for the CIA. This is a fun-filled episode that will inspire you to start crossing things off that "bucket List"... or join the secret service! We welcome... Lee Abbamonte. Chef Carl:  https://www.instagram.com/saborchef/ From Lee's webpage!  http://www.leeabbamo...

Ep 12 - Day Drinking: The Divorce 11.06.2018

We'd like to thank Kevin Pollack for the introduction to Ep 12! "Day Drinking" was recorded at The Ribbon in NYC during the day... while the boys drank... a lot. Opie is joined by Chef Carl Ruiz and Vic Henley for a conversation about "The Shaman" (soon to be a full episode), personal challenges, friendship, family, drinking, relationships, seafood, rich people stuff, love songs, wine, the Kentuck...

Ep 11 - The Man Who Killed Osama Bin Laden 07.06.2018

American hero and Navy SEAL, Robert O'Neill joins Opie for an intimate sitdown in NYC at Jack Demsey's. Robert shares surreal stories about his life, being part of the mission to hunt down Osama Bin Laden, and he even walks Opie through the step by step process from making that historic shot to getting back to safe surroundings with his team. It's suspensful, nail-biting, and somehow... Opie and R...

Ep 10 - The Black & White Debate 04.06.2018

Opie and the gang return to Gebhards in NYC! Chef Carl Ruiz, Chris Distefano, and friends of the show discuss fruity cocktails, beer, ghosts, black & white cookies, Madonna, Greek Salads, and a surprise guest calls into the show! Let's put it this way- A lot happens in this fun-filled episode 10!  We all know Chef Carl:  https://twitter.com/carlruiz Chris is a very funny man who pisses Carl of...

Ep 9 - Cream Puff Boys with Chris Distefano 30.05.2018

Chris Distefano joins Opie for a walk around NYC as they make their way to to meet the boys at Gebhards. Of course, they make a few stops along the way! They chat with a guy from Greece, run into a homeless vet, and then Opie treats the talented comedian to a few cream puffs.  https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Here's our guest artist who came up with his very own version of the theme song! Show him...

Ep 8 - The Dark Side of the Food Industry 28.05.2018

Opie, Chef Carl Ruiz, Vic Henley, and special guest, Nick Solares talk food, restaurants, and life in general. This is episode will shed much needed light on what goes on in the kitchens of your favorite (and not so favorite) places to eat. If you eat food... or simply eat out, this special "in studio" episode is for you! https://twitter.com/Nick_Solares https://twitter.com/carlruiz https://twitte...

Ep 7 - Surprise! Good Morning, Lamb Chop! 23.05.2018

It's all Opie and The Cuban! Part road trip, part sitcom, and 100% improv! Opie decides to surprise Carl at Newark Airport. Then it all spirals out of control... as our host has no idea where he had parked his car. In frustration, Carl takes a smoke break. They have a hard time leaving the airport because Opie has a hard time understanding how EZ Pass works. They continue on as Opie records and op...

Ep 6 - Chris Vos, of the band... The Record Company 21.05.2018

Chris Vos of The Record Company joins Opie Radio... with Chef Carl and Vic Henley! There is no doubt that you will learn something in this episode. Chris is a philosphical spirit who gives straight-talk knowledge for any aspiring artist... or person looking for success. Opie shares his deep insights as well... and even talks about his low points and firing from his last radio gig. This is a must l...

Ep 5 - Jerry Seinfeld Stinks 17.05.2018

Opie and Vic Henley go on a road trip... sort of. This is the first in a series of "recorded while driving in a car" episodes.

Ep 4 - Guilty By Association 16.05.2018

Opie strolls into NYC’s Gebhard's Beer Culture with his faulty podcast gear. While setting up, his guests arrive... one by one... for a free-flowing raw conversation. They talk beer, the early years, drink beer,  tell a story or two about fellow comedians, drink more beer, have exchanges about first world problems like getting their kids into the best schools of NYC, the “N” word, baseball, celebs...

Ep 3 - Carl's Creepy Cabin Part 2: The Big Reveal 13.05.2018

The conversation in the woods of NJ continues where Opie and Carl left off... just after taking a leak and a smoke break. Feel free to interact with both of them on social media while you're listening!  https://twitter.com/OpieRadio https://twitter.com/carlruiz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxG_haMYS1k&t=2s

Ep 2 - What you burp is the truth with Carl Ruiz - IPAs 11.05.2018

Because Opie wanted to give you something to hold you over before we learn why Carl's living in a creepy cabin in the deep woods of NJ... here's an informative quickie to get you through your day. Carl invites Ben Perry (beer expert) to talk about IPA's... and hopefully convince him that there really is something special to that style of bitter brew. This is only the beginning of what Opie Radio i...

Ep 1 - Carl's Creepy Cabin 09.05.2018

Opie heads into the woods of NJ to visit Carl Ruiz for the pilot episode of his new podcast! Download, subscribe, and come along for the ride! https://twitter.com/carlruiz Carl Ruiz is a chef, restauranteur, TV personality, and judge on Food Network Guy's Grocery Games.

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