Judge John Hodgman

Does potty humor belong on the menu for a kid's birthday? Erin says no. But her husband, Bill, says calling the fruit punch "Dragon Pee" is hilarious!

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

Adrian is clumsy. His wife, Lisa, wants him to be more careful! Or at least for him to stop sending her photos of himself with bloody wounds!

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

You know those green signs with a figure reminding drivers to slow down? Is this figure a child or a turtle? Kaelyn and Adam disagree!

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025

Do you take off your shoes when you come home? Jesse has a system! Is he a monster?

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

It's time to clear the docket and Friend of the Court Janet Varney is here to help us! Cases on butt pics, assigned seating, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025

Colin and Nik play poker every month. Nik remembers playing poker with Colin’s coworker, Joey. Colin says Joey has never been to poker night! Who's right?

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

Alex loves waking up to the sunlight. His wife, Kim, doesn't want anyone to see inside the house! She wants to install blinds, but Alex is opposed.

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2025

JJHo Presents: Jordan Jesse Go! Bailiff Jesse Thorn's other comedy podcast that he hosts with Jordan Morris! Here, they talk to the hilarious Jason Mantzoukas!

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

Perry Von Vicious wants to meet his wrestling buddy Delmi Exo in a singles match just once before he retires. But Delmi refuses to fight! Who's right? Who's wrong?

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

A neighbor has been calling your dog by the wrong name. You never corrected him. It's been years. Should you let him know your dog's actual name?

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

Brandon says that sauce is one of his major food groups. His wife, Jacqueline says the sauces take up too much fridge space! She wants to put away groceries without playing fridge Tetris. But Brandon just loves sauce! Who's right?

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

Mike wears the same cargo pants every day! He says one pair is all he needs. Gabby says a person needs at least 2 pairs of pants. It’s science.

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

Is a stranger's persimmon tree fair to pick? Or is it FORBIDDEN FRUIT? A couple disagrees and one of them believes they are owed some persimmons!

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

Andrew loves his large television but Rachel hates it. She begged him to leave the behemoth behind before moving in together. However it’s now the main TV!

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

Are the Hartford Whalers actually extinct? Or is Judge Hodgman wrong for referring to them in that way?

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

What should you do if the food at the neighborhood potluck is BAD? Plus cases about shorts in the winter, TV volume, and washing car mats in the dishwasher! All recorded LIVE at St. Paul, MN's beautiful Fitzgerald Theater!

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

Are you at Costco first thing in the morning? If you are browsing a store with no intention to buy anything, does that still count as shopping? What are the unspoken rules with regards to grocery store shopping? All this and more shopping-related cases as Judge John Hodgman clears the docket!

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

Susan says that her art historian husband, David, is too obsessed with an artist he's studying. She wants him to stop buying paintings!

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

Hayley can’t wait to move in with Natasha this summer. But Hayley wants to limit how many books Natasha can bring to their new place. Specifically, Hayley wants to set the limit at… ZERO BOOKS.

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025

Beth says that her friend, Aaron, works too hard to "optimize" board gameplay." It's just NO FUN, says Beth! But Aaron says that identifying systems IS fun!

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! This month, the J Squad is talking about an airport dog for some reason.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

Lauren loved playing the piano as a child and regrets quitting. She wants to get a piano and start playing again. But John says pianos are too big and too loud. He thinks she should get a keyboard instead. Then Lauren can play in total silence with headphones on. This makes Lauren sad! Who's right? Who's wrong?

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

Daryl loves soup! But she can't make it at home because her husband hates it and won't eat it. She misses soup!

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

Kalee and Nik both want their dad's cool ring in the shape of a lion's head. The problem? Their dad is still alive! Who's right? Who's wrong?

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025

Nick wants to help his neighbors by putting a trash pickup sign in the front window. His wife, Michele, says NO! Who’s right? With Guest Bailiff Jean Grae!

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! Not yet a member? Here's a taste of what you can expect from the J Squad!The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! Not yet a member? Here's a taste of what you can expect from the J Squad every month in the bonus content feed. For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month. Your memberships are what make our show possible. They really do keep the lights on here at Maximum Fun and go towards paying the staff that puts all of your favorite shows together. We cannot make our show without our monthly members. So if you have joined Maximum Fun or upgraded your membership, we are so grateful to you. If you haven't yet, it's not too late! Check out everything you can get by becoming a member at maximumfun.org.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

There's another drop in the members-only bonus feed! Both on audio AND video! Here's a clip from Lawn and Hors D'oeuvres Live in Los Angeles!

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

Gaela and Cesca are identical twins. Gaela wants to pull some classic twin-switch pranks. Cesca says these types of pranks are hack! With The Sklar Brothers!

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

Who is the Gumby in Lauren's family? Her dad, Brian, says he is Gumby! Lauren and her mom, Cheri, say he's DEFINITELY Pokey!

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

It’s been a long, dark, and cold winter. Judge John Hodgman is ready for SPRING BREAK! Grab a refreshing beverage of your own and join us!

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

Juvenile Court is back in session with our Expert Juvenile, Scarlett Thorn! We hear cases from kids on playing video games with their podcaster dad, manga, tucked-in sweaters, Punch Buggy, and much more!

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

Maya struggles with phone addiction. She installed a program on her phone to limit her screen time. But her boyfriend, Liam, says this setting is a bummer!

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

Carson has a stash of reusable water bottles next to his side of the bed. Each of them has water inside. But, Carson isn’t drinking the water! Alana wants this old water to go. But Carson says that it is still drinkable! He’ll drink it…eventually! Who's right? Who's wrong?

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

David leaves the door open when he lets out his husky. David's roommate, Logan, says the heat kicks on, and his room becomes a sauna! Logan believes his human comfort is more important than dog comfort! Who's right, who's wrong?

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

Can unicorns have wings? Bay says, yes of course! But her dad, Michael, says NO!

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

Should Eli continue to feed feral cats in her yard? Her partner, Becca, says, "NO!"

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2025

Are guinea pigs good pets? Scarlett thinks so! They desperately want a guinea pig. But their wife, Morrigan, is opposed! She says that the couple's two dogs are more than enough pets for one home. Who's right? Who's wrong?

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2025

Would you keep a creepy portrait of yourself as a baby? What if the painter of the portrait was a murderer? Recorded live at Sixth & I in Washington DC, Marty says, "Yes, of course!" But his wife, Sarah, wants to get rid of this creepy painting of her beloved husband. Who's right? Who's wrong? PLUS! Linda Holmes and Jean Grae return to the court to help adjudicate some Little Weirdsies!

Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2025

How many dishtowels does one need in the kitchen? What is the correct pronunciation of aluminum? And can you buy books from [redacted] if your partner is a librarian? Let's discuss.

Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2025

Can two frozen cranberry sauces with googly eyes be friends? How long should their freezer friendship last?

Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2025

Happy New Year from the J Squad! Our holiday gift to you is an episode fresh from the Members Only Mailbag!

Transcribed - Published: 1 January 2025

Should a medical doctor be responsible for diagnosing a friend's shingles in a non-clinical setting? James says no. But, Rob says yes, and he wants JUSTICE! What's more? Our litigants are James Reichmuth and Rob Baedeker from the hilarious sketch group Kasper Hauser! Plus: Feliney Conviction! Should a couple include both of their cats in their annual cat calendar? Even if one of the cats is "not hot enough?"

Transcribed - Published: 25 December 2024

Should Pete get in the nude and recreate an iconic photo for a holiday card? His wife, Anne, says ABSOLUTELY NOT!

Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2024

Are Big Murph, Night Baseball, and Under Ten real poker variants? Joe says they are beloved games in his family. Julie says they are all made up!

Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2024

Jason and Miguel are surfing buddies in San Diego, California. Jason says that Miguel’s favorite surfing spot BOGUS! Miguel says it has the TASTIEST WAVES!

Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2024

Is it ok to say “jawn” if you live outside of Philly? Popcorn: Yes or no? Judgments on all of this and MORE!

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2024

Viola and Doug have been married for 17 years. Yet, Viola says Doug never proposed to her! Plus movie disputes with The Flop House, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2024

Viola and Doug have been married for 17 years. Yet, Viola says Doug never proposed to her! Plus movie disputes with The Flop House, and more!

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2024

A couple bought a summer camp! Now, they are buying a toilet for the owner’s cabin. What kind of toilet will they buy? Only one can decide!

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2024

Is it ok to buy home decor for friends? Anna wants to help her friend, Brannon, decorate his home. Brannon says it's fine as it is!

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2024