Judge John Hodgman

John Hodgman's Today in the Past podcast is now The Judge John Hodgman Podcast. Have your pressing issues decided by Famous Minor Television Personality John Hodgman, Certified Judge. If you'd like John Hodgman to solve your pressing issue, simply email it, along with your phone number, to hodgman@maximumfun.org. THAT IS ALL.

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Snooze Control

Episode Date: September 19, 2012

Ben brings the case against his wife Jenna, who insists on wringing every last bit of sleep she can before arising for work. Ben's partial to a gentle...

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Cigarettiquette

Episode Date: September 12, 2012

YOUR ATTENTION, PLEASE: This episode contains some talk that may not be appropriate for children, including discussion of smoking and drug use. Robert...

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The Split Screen Decision

Episode Date: September 6, 2012

Raj brings the case against his girlfriend Surita, claiming her high-falutin' taste in movies is getting in the way of their shared enjoyment in enter...

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Gavelbangers Ball

Episode Date: August 30, 2012

THIS WEEK: with guest bailiff Monte Bailiff Belmonte and a SECRET expert witness. Caroline brings this case against her boyfriend Will, who's been try...

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The Nominative Case

Episode Date: August 22, 2012

Jordan and his friend Charles bring an unresolved bet, instigated by a discussion of the DC comics villain Mr. Myxlptlk. Could Jordan's friends trick...

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Probable Cos-Play

Episode Date: August 15, 2012

Donald, Jessie and their son are planning a trip to a Star Wars convention for their family vacation. Donald thinks Jessie should him and their son Jo...

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The Golden State Debate

Episode Date: August 8, 2012

Harry says his best friend Dan is spinning his wheels back in their hometown, and should come join him in Los Angeles. Should Dan venture to LA or sta...

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Night Food Court

Episode Date: August 1, 2012

Trips for late night fast food and fraternal bonding cause a rift in a relationship -- and only one man can help repair it.

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Antisocial Networking

Episode Date: July 4, 2012

Lauren brings this case against her friend work-spouse Mike. When is it rude to use your phone in the company of a friend? How much texting is too muc...

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A Quashed Plot Never Spoils

Episode Date: June 20, 2012

BE WARNED: If you're sensitive to spoilers, be ready to turn down the volume! Andrew and Adam are roommates and avid media consumers. Andrew badgered...

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Nature Versus Nerd-ture

Episode Date: June 14, 2012

Alex and Kristina are a couple of admittedly nerdy people, and they disagree about where to send their future children for summer camp -- to nerd camp...

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My Dinner with Ennui

Episode Date: June 6, 2012

Holly and Todd are writing partners who meet at the same restaurants every week. Holly feels their habitual meals are stifling her creativity; Todd th...

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Sibling Drivalry

Episode Date: May 31, 2012

Luis insists his big sister Alejandra monopolizes the use of their shared vehicle. Alejandra says Luis refuses rides and then pouts. Who is right?

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Chevy Case

Episode Date: May 23, 2012

Patrick and his his girlfriend Hannah moved to Portland, Oregon last year and used Patrick's trusty Camaro to get there. Hannah has since bought Patri...

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Rashomom

Episode Date: May 2, 2012

Rebekah, her mother Denise and grandmother Gloria have a case regarding memory -- specifically, is the memory of a child or an adult more reliable?  D...