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Judge John Hodgman

John Hodgman and Maximum Fun

Have your real-life disputes settled in Fake Internet Court! Despite no legal background, Judge John Hodgman and Bailiff Jesse Thorn are the arbiters of justice that you need. No case is too big or too small. They judge them all! Is a hot dog a sandwich? When does a collection become a hoard? Is it ever ok to flush soup down a toilet? Only one can decide! Submit your dispute at maximumfun.org/jjho!

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All Episodes

01:03:37

Coast Mortem

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/08/29

A couple is split beween two coasts! Dan wants to move back to his home turf of Western Massachusetts, Jen wants to move to sunny LA. Guest bailiffed by Monte Belmonte!

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00:46:33

Emergency Podcast System

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/08/21

A couple disagrees on how to implement a response to tornado warnings near their home.

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00:59:37

Reckless Endungeonment

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/08/14

Ryan and Dan are role-playing friends with a disagreement - Ryan says Dan's risky gameplay is making it less fun for everyone.

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01:01:57

So Help You Pod, or Whatever

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/08/10

Aaron wants to move his beloved refurbished egg pod chair into the home he shares with his wife, Kara. Kara objects to the outsized piece of furniture and says it needs to stay in storage until the time and place are right. Who's right? Who's wrong. Only one man can decide.

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00:56:49

Halal in the Family

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/07/24

Stephanie brings the case against her boyfriend, Dan. Her religious beliefs bar her from eating pork or keeping it in their shared home; she'd like Dan to follow the same restriction. He says that when he's away from the home, he'd like to be able to eat what he wants. Who is right? This week, with guest Judge Jesse Thorn and guest Bailiff Jordan Morris.

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01:01:51

Odor in the Court

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/07/17

Andrea says her boyfriend Christopher doesn't shower or change his clothes often enough. Christopher says it's his aesthetic, he doesn't smell, and he's happy the way he is! This episode with Jesse Thorn on the Judge's bench!

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01:00:42

Taxi Evasion

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/07/10

Marcelo brings the case against his girlfriend, Sam. When Sam takes off early from a night out, Marcelo would like her to take a cab home. Sam thinks he's not respecting her ability to walk home smartly and safely. Who's right? Who's wrong?

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00:49:17

Lawn and Order

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/07/03

Jumi brings the case against her husband, Josh. Josh thinks they need a riding mower to tame their front and backyards. Jumi says the idea is absurd and impractical. Who's right? Who's wrong? Only one man can decide.

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00:54:25

Shut Your Pie-Troll 2

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/06/26

Erin brings the case against her friend Ezra. Ezra hosts a "Bad Movie Night" at his house for their friends to watch movies, eat, and hang out. It's a popular event, but Erin says that Ezra could make the night way more fun if he just took a few of her suggestions. Who is right?

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00:57:44

Permanent Record

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/06/19

John brings the case against his girlfriend, Emily. She has a number of tattoos and wants her next tattooed piece to be on her wrist. John wants Emily to reconsider the tattoo's placement. Can the Judge resolve an issue that's needled them both?

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00:56:00

Fitness for the Prosecution

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/06/12

The plaintiff, Melissa, wants her boyfriend Henry to participate in an obstacle course event with her best friends so they can share a bonding experience. Henry objects on numerous fronts!

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00:59:22

Uniform Code of Podcast Justice

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/06/05

Paul brings the case against his friend Jeremy. Paul likes to wear jerseys and hats from his favorite team to sporting events, even when that team isn't playing in the game. Jeremy says that wearing the gear isn't in good taste. Who is right?

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00:49:42

Court-o-Potty

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/05/29

Meg and Tony share a one-bathroom house in Portland. Should Meg be allowed a chamber pot for emergency situations? Only Judge John Hodgman can decide.

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00:44:22

A Danderous Precedent

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/05/22

Should allergy-prone Mike get allergy shots so his family can indulge their love of fuzzy wuzzy pets?

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00:58:20

Veranda Rights

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/05/15

What is the appropriate porch furniture of the day? Judge John Hodgman decides.

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00:59:38

Seating Arraignment

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/05/08

Chris brings the case against his sister-in-law, Jenna. For many years, their extended family has had kids and adults tables at holiday gatherings. Chris thinks that since the kids are all grown up, they should abandon the kids table. Jenna thinks the table should retain its sovereignty. Who's right? Who's wrong? Only one man can decide.

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01:01:36

A Room With a Feud

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/05/01

This week, with guest bailiff TOM SCHARPLING of The Best Show on WFMU. Should this couple attempt an unorthodox living arrangement?

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00:53:38

Dischord is Now in Session

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/04/24

Andrea and Scott bring their dispute before the Judge: must singalongs be conducted with careful attention to pitch and key? Expert witnesses Jonathan Coulton and David Rees weigh in.

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00:39:20

Trivial Peer Suit

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/04/17

Steve says he's been the acting team captain of his local trivia team, and wants to make it official! His teammate Claire begs to differ. Can the Judge resolve this trivial dispute?

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00:59:04

To the Victor Goes the Spoiled

Judge John Hodgman ·

2013/04/10

With Expert Witness Alton Brown! Natalie brings the case against her husband Hugo. She wants to throw food away when she decides it's spoiled or too old. Hugo hates waste, and is aghast that Natalie throws away moldy but "perfectly usable" items. Who is right? Who is wrong?

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