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John Hodgman and Maximum Fun

Judge John Hodgman

Do you think you could fight a shark and win? Jessica thinks she can do it! But her friend, Natasha, says she can't! Natasha says Jessica can't even swim! Jessica doesn't think her swimming abilities matter. Who's right? 

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Probable Jaws

It's time to clear the docket, and Chuck Bryant (Stuff You Should Know) returns to the Court to help. Is it ok to take home keepsakes from hiking trails? What if it's a cool rock? Should moviegoers be compelled to stay for post-credits scenes? Plus Judge Hodgman and Chuck Bryant try to guess listener-submitted OBSCURE CULTURAL REFERENCES!

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The Rule of Make it Two

Erin and Bill threw a dragon-themed birthday party for their 1 year old. On the day of the event, Erin was horrified to see the menu that Bill put together. Bill named the food and drink after various things dragons shed, excrete, and throw up. Bill says it was fun. But Erin doesn’t want to see another pitcher of Dragon Pee, ever again! Who's right? Who's wrong?

Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, deportees, and other migrants trapped at the US-MX border. Donate at alotrolado.org/letsdosomething.

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Thanks to reddit user u/Oldhouse42 for naming this week’s case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at reddit.com/r/maximumfun!

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Dragonian Law

Adrian is a little clumsy. His wife, Lisa, wants him to be more careful! But if that's not possible, all she wants his for him to stop sending her photos of himself with bloody wounds! Plus cases about mustaches, sharing shirts with a spouse, and eating paint. All recorded live at Higher Ground Ballroom in Burlington, VT!

Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, deportees, and other migrants trapped at the US-MX border. Donate at alotrolado.org/letsdosomething.

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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 reddit.com/r/maximumfun!

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Klutz Action Lawsuit Live in Burlington

Kaelyn brings the case against her husband, Adam. In their neighborhood in Virginia there is a roadside sign reminding drivers to SLOW DOWN! Adam says this sign looks like a turtle. Which makes sense, because turtles are slow! Kaelyn says Adam is wrong. This sign is clearly supposed to be a child. Who's right? Who's wrong?

Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, deportees, and other migrants trapped at the US-MX border. Donate at alotrolado.org/letsdosomething.

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Thanks to reddit user u/kmack for naming this week’s case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at reddit.com/r/maximumfun!

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Turtle Power of Attorney

Do you take off your shoes when you come home? Jesse has a system! Is he a monster? This month’s Members Only Mailbag dives into this, and so much more! If you want to hear the full episode, you have to be a member! Join for just $5 a month and get immediate access to the entire catalog of MaxFun bonus content! Just go to maximumfun.org/join.

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag July 2025

It's time to clear the docket and Friend of the Court Janet Varney is here to help us! Is the bathroom a good place for a portrait of your own butt? If you're at a sporting event, can you move to a better section if no one is sitting there? Judgments to these and more!

PLEASE NOTE: There is a conversation about an ICE raid happening at MacArthur Park in Los Angeles as we recorded this episode. This starts after the second break and ends after about 15 minutes.

If you are feeling helpless as this continues to happen in the U.S., consider becoming a monthly donor to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, deportees, and other migrants trapped at the US-MX border. Donate at alotrolado.org/letsdosomething.

If you are in California, find your Rapid Response Network phone number here, in case you see ICE in your community. For more resources on what to do if ICE is in your community, visit CCIJustice.org. You can also visit ilapmaine.org for Maine-centered resources for Maine's migrant community and those protecting them. 

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Butt Pics and Smart Dogs with Janet Varney

Colin and Nik play poker every month. Nik fondly remembers playing poker with Colin’s coworker, Joey. But here’s the kicker. Colin says Joey has never been to poker night. Joey doesn’t even play poker! Colin thinks that Nik is confused. But, Nik says Colin is bluffing! Who’s right? Who’s wrong?

Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, deportees, and other migrants trapped at the US-MX border. Donate at alotrolado.org/letsdosomething.

We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman!

Thanks to reddit user u/deadinthefuture for naming this week’s case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at reddit.com/r/maximumfun!

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Texas Hold'em in Contempt

Alex and his wife, Kim, recently bought a house in Maine. Kim wants to install blinds in the windows. Alex is opposed. He loves waking up to the sunlight. Alex says blinds will cast a shadow on his sunny mornings. But Kim doesn’t want nosy Mainers looking in her windows at night! Who's right? Who's wrong?

Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, deportees, and other migrants trapped at the US-MX border. Donate at alotrolado.org/letsdosomething.

We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman!

Thanks to reddit user u/dinosaur1972 for naming this week’s case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at reddit.com/r/maximumfun!

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Justice is Blinds

Did you know that Bailiff Jesse Thorn hosts another comedy podcast? Jesse and his cohost Jordan Morris talk to a celebrity guest every week, and it's simultaneously absurd, vulgar, and heart-warming. We are excited to share this recent episode with guest Jason Mantzoukas! Give it a listen and subscribe!

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On this week’s episode, we welcome back the one and only Jason Mantzoukas, back to chat his stint on Taskmaster (Season 19 out May 2nd!), shaving rules in baseball, and more!

Taskmaster Season 19!

Listen to How Did This Get Made?

Big Mouth Season 8!

Jordan’s new Spider-Man’s comic is out now!

Pre-order Jordan’s new Godzilla comic!
Be sure to get our new ‘Ack Tuah’ shirt in the Max Fun store.

Or, grab an ‘Ack Tuah’ mug!

The Maximum Fun Bookshop!

Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank memes!

Check out Jesse’s thrifted clothing store, Put This On.

Follow brand new producer, Steven Ray Morris, on Instagram.

Listen to See Jurassic Right!

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Judge John Hodgman Presents: Jordan, Jesse, Go! "Potions & Lotions, with Jason Mantzoukas"

Rebecca brings the case against her sister Jessica -- do their Jewish roots make them PART JEWISH?

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