Welcome to the Judge John Hodgman podcast. I'm Bail of Jesse Thorn. This week, open house arrest.

Eric files suit against his fiance, Elena. Elena has banned him from sharing online real estate

listings with her. Eric would like the band to be lifted so they can be prepared to buy a house

when the right one comes along. Who's right? Who's wrong? Only one man can decide. Please rise as

Judge John Hodgman enters the courtroom and presents an obscure cultural reference.

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And meanwhile, Bail of Jesse Thorn, please swear them in.

Eric and Elena, please rise and raise your right hands. Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth,

and nothing but the truth? So help you God or whatever? Yes, I do. Yes, I do.

Do you swear to abide by Judge John Hodgman's ruling despite the fact that he lives deep under the sea?

Yes. Yes. Judge Hodgman, you may proceed.

Eric and Elena, you may be seated for an immediate summary judgment in one of your's

favors. Can either of you name the piece of culture, culture,

piece of advertising that I referenced as I entered this very courtroom?

Elena, why don't you go first?

I think it was from House Hunters International, season 121, episode 11,

embracing Edinburgh, Scotland featuring Josie and Brett. House Hunters International,

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