Judge John Hodgman

Andrew wants to throw a birthday party for Bilbo Baggins from Lord of the Rings. His wife, Marie, says that he is welcome to throw this party. But, she won't be there! Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman.Thanks to reddit user u/_magpie_ 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!

Should a Rolling Stones cover band be ordered to play the hit song "Start Me Up?" Aaron brings his friend and bandmate Marcus to court to try! Aaron says it's a great song that would be fun to play. Marcus says it's overplayed! Who's right? Who's wrong?We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman.Thanks to reddit user u/sjhamilton43 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!

It's the beginning of a long holiday weekend here in the United States. Here's an extra episode for your travels! We are JUST about to hit the road on the Judge John Hodgman Road Court so we thought we'd share another great one from our last tour. This one was recorded LIVE in Atlanta on the Van Freaks Roadshow. A dispute about some old speakers, a case on middle names, and some wrestlers arguing about CHILI! Plus some house music from the Chuck Bryant Trio. If you enjoyed listening to this episode, know that you'll have more fun experiencing a live episode IRL! Get your Judge John Hodgman ROAD COURT tickets at maximumfun.org/events and submit your cases at maximumfun.org/jjho! And if you're IN Atlanta, don't miss our guest Chuck Bryant and his podcast STUFF YOU KNOW  Live September 7 at Symphony Hall! Tickets are available HERE. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

In the August Membo Mailbag, the J Squad guesses a little DC Comics trivia! Will they get the right answer? Why are they talking about DC trivia? You'll have to hear the entire episode to find out.For the full episode, check your members only bonus content feed! Not yet a member? It’s easy to become one! Go to maximumfun.org/join and become a member at $5 a month or higher.Don’t know how to access your bonus content? Click here for instructions! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Does GPS turn our brains to mush? Kris says yes! But her son, Ethan, wants her to start using it! Who's right? Who's wrong?  Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

The Oakland Athletics are leaving Oakland. What is an A’s fan to do? Only one can decide. And this week, Judge John Hodgman recuses himself!We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman.Thanks to reddit users u/DrColossusOfRhodes and u/Beejtronic 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!

This week, Judge John Hodgman, known for his whimsical dispute resolution, and Jesse Thorn, a witty bailiff and podcast host, tackle quirky dilemmas. They ponder if it’s acceptable to bring home dishes camping and debate the ethics of thrift store shopping, revealing the nuances of community impact. Their lively banter includes amusing camping anecdotes and a deep dive into the importance of shared organizational tools in relationships. Plus, stay tuned for some humorous actuarial gossip!

Aaron Franklin, a renowned barbecue expert, joins the fun-filled live recording in Austin. They dive into quirky discussions about organizing movie collections alphabetically and the hilarity that ensues during family movie nights. The episode features comical debates over kitchen versus bathroom towels and the chaos of watching sequels out of order. Franklin shares a delightful barbecue story, adding to the lively atmosphere where laughter meets genuine family moments. Join in for an entertaining blend of culinary tales and cinematic chaos!

A couple navigates their quirky legal battle over a cat's nighttime antics and the closed bedroom door. The discussion hilariously intertwines cat references from media, food-loving college days, and personal bedtime quirks. With playful anecdotes about narcolepsy and pet chaos, they explore the joys and challenges of cohabiting with a lively feline. The importance of communication in relationships also shines through, alongside exciting news about a live touring court experience. It's a delightful blend of humor, pet love, and relational insights!

The J Squad talk about their family's favorite movies they watch repeatedly, from classics like Beetlejuice to Sharknado. They discuss various movie genres, the impact of films on memories, and family bonding.