Judge John Hodgman

This episode was recorded in front of a LIVE audience on the Van Freaks Roadshow! All the way from The Wilbur in Boston, we have "Order in Decor!" and Swift Justice! Plus GBH'S ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Executive Producer Marsha Bemko. And music from Laura Valk of Skout and Fenway Park's own Josh Kantor!Like this episode? You won't want to miss THE VAN FREAKS ROADSHOW STREAMING EVENT: From the Opera House in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Premiering November 18 at 8pm ET! Tickets are on sale NOW at stagepilot.com/jjh!Thanks to reddit user u/Junk_Mutluck for naming this week’s case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at maximumfun.reddit.com! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Condiment experts Nick Wiger and Amelia Marino join to debate condiment crimes, discussing the sweetness of ketchup, the main condiment for hot dogs, honey mustard on a burrito, the revolting combination of bananas and mayonnaise, the format change of The Adventure Zone podcast, and the great condiment debate.

Zack brings the case against his brother, Nick. Zack claims to have been a member of their high school track team. Nick says: IT NEVER HAPPENED! Who’s right? Who’s wrong?Thanks to reddit user u/Junk_Mutluck for naming this week’s case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at maximumfun.reddit.com!Judge John Hodgman’s Van Freaks Roadshow is on! Visit vanfreaksroadshow.com for ticket links, other dates, cities, and more information! And SUBMIT YOUR CASES along the tour route at maximumfun.org/jjho! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Halloween disputes, Reese's Pieces pronunciation, trapped with Spirit Halloween animatronics, Aidan's demands, candy preferences, Halloween party theme debate, embracing uniqueness, upcoming events and tours, guest Jamelle Booey, spooky decorations, and scary movie month.

Abby and Aidan argue about bringing umbrellas on the London Underground. Tom Waits' music is discussed, along with annoying behaviors on public transportation. Unique silk umbrella and London umbrella store are explored. Cooking challenges, an innovative umbrella scheme, and the Hood Squad's response. Wide range of topics, umbrellas in popular culture, and divorce and holiday disputes. Reminder to submit cases and mention of the Van Freaks Roadshow.

Katherine brings the case against her husband, Lee. They like to go camping together. Katherine recently bought a new camping chair. But, Lee says they bring too much stuff. There’s no room for this chair in their car! But, Katherine thinks that they can make it work. Who’s right? Who’s wrong?Thanks to reddit user u/ToLiveAndBrianLA for naming this week’s case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at maximumfun.reddit.com! Check out the evidence from this week's episode at instagram.com/judgejohnhodgman. Judge John Hodgman’s Van Freaks Roadshow is on! Visit vanfreaksroadshow.com for ticket links, other dates, cities, and more information! And SUBMIT YOUR CASES along the tour route at maximumfun.org/jjho! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

A couple debates whether to keep or get rid of a rug with owls on it, reflecting on the emotional attachment to objects. The hosts discuss traumatic toy discarding, emotional movies and books, and the impact of media on emotions. They mention an admired litigant, podcast sponsors including a meal kit sponsor, and offer a discount code. The story shifts to a sentimental carpet, costume design, downsizing, marriage perspectives, and upcoming events. They reflect on Judge John Hodgman's ruling, propose a solution, and mention a fruit-on-the-bottom yogurt debate.

Guests Benjamin Partridge (Beef & Dairy Network) and Emma-Lee Moss (fka Emmy the Great) join Judge John Hodgman for a lively discussion. Topics include the bus vs tube debate, the guilt of being late, excitement on a bus ride, gift ideas for skilled home chefs, the underground, settling beef, categorization of meats for tax purposes, litigants and a bear, and the infamous sandwich incident. A fun and entertaining podcast episode recorded live from the London Podcast Festival!

Where's the beef? ONLINE! Taylor Lorenz joins the Court this week to help clear the docket and talk about ONLINE BEEFS! Taylor is a tech journalist and author of the new book Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet. Judge Hodgman and Guest Bailiff Jean Grae consult Taylor on all things online: talking back within local restaurant reviews, intentional mistakes to drive engagement, meeting your troll IRL, wiki editing, and much more!Judge John Hodgman’s Van Freaks Roadshow has begun! Visit vanfreaksroadshow.com for ticket links, other dates, cities, and more information! And SUBMIT YOUR CASES along the tour route at maximumfun.org/jjho! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Dan brings the case against his wife, Carrie. Dan wants to build a model railroad in a small switching layout that simulates a switchyard. This type of model railroad does not move in a loop. Carrie says that a model railroad is pointless if it doesn’t move in a loop! Who's right? Who's wrong? Thanks to reddit user u/themadjuggler for naming this week’s case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at maximumfun.reddit.com! Check out the evidence at instagram.com/judgejohnhodgman!Judge John Hodgman’s Van Freaks Roadshow has begun! It's not too late to get your tickets for LONDON this FRIDAY! For 30% off, use code JUDGE2023 at checkout! Visit vanfreaksroadshow.com for ticket links, other dates, cities, and more information! And SUBMIT YOUR CASES along the tour route at maximumfun.org/jjho!  Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!