Let's play EITHER/OR! Would you rather: have Bailiff @jessethorn.bsky.social watch you from your ceiling as you slept, or 100 @hodgman.bsky.social follow you where ever you go? Let us know YOUR answer, and then drop your OWN EITHER/ORs in the replies - we'll answer them on stage during NIGHT COURT!
On this week's episode: how many cats are too many?? What if you live in Lincoln Nebraska? What if there's a SUBARU BAJA involved? youtu.be/-jGmKZCK6b0
A funny dispute about what it means to live somewhere led to this unexpectedly sincere ruling! Sending love to our listeners, no matter where you are "from" youtube.com/shorts/iwgfA...
If I have done nothing else good in the last decade of producing this show, at least I wrote into our case prep docs that we would reserve a piece of pie from an earlier segment to chop in the guillotine.
An image of a boat in full sail with John Hodgman and Jesse Thorn superimposed over it. Yellow text says, "Maritime Justice! with Judge John Hodgman and Bailiff Jesse Thorn"
The interior of a boat cabin, a white bed with white pillows and comforter, white walls, and a small sink with a mirror. Blue text that says, "Enjoy the accomodations..."
A rocky Maine Coastline during a soft pink sunset. A lighthouse stands on the edge of the rocky shore. Blue text reads, "And the scenic Maine coast..."
Schooner Grace Bailey with no sails up on water, and evergreen trees in the distance. Blue text reads, "Four Nights at Sea WITH Judge John Hodgman and Bailiff Jesse Thorn as your hosts!"
WE'RE ON A BOAT! Join Judge @hodgman.bsky.social and Bailiff @jessethorn.bsky.social this summer on the Schooner Grace Bailey! Join us for four nights on the Maine Coast, get your tickets here: bit.ly/maritimejust...
Thank you!! We are very well aware of The Horrors, and try to be a safe space of gentle refuge for all who need it 🫶
The @hodgman.bsky.social sports curse is undefeated - unlike the Buffalo Bills. Join us and the Judge as we learn all about fantasy football from Bailiff @jessethorn.bsky.social on our latest episode of the Judge John Hodgman podcast! youtu.be/pgzVNIo7a7Y?...
John Hodgman in a judge's cloak points a gavel at an audience. Bailiff Jesse Thorn, in uniform, looks at the audience in the same direction as John. The yellow and green text reads: Judge John Hodgman with Bailiff Jesse Thorn LIVE at SF Sketchfest. Marine's Memorial Theater, Sunday, January 18, 7:30 PM.
Hey San Francisco - @jessethorn.bsky.social and @hodgman.bsky.social are looking at YOU! Only THREE more days until the pod is LIVE on stage at the Marine's Memorial Theater for @sfsketchfest.bsky.social ! Get your tickets here or we will judge u (that's the goal, but u get it) bit.ly/JJHOSF26
Something in my world has reminded me that sometimes, even in LA, parents and grandparents need help understanding gender. If you know someone who has a newly-out transgender kid/grandkid, and they are struggling to understand, genderspectrum.org is an incredible resource.
They have the court-ordered instagram account! www.instagram.com/lokivsspeckle
Comedian John Hodgman smiles and gets out of a white van in daylight Text reads: Judge John Hodgman LIVE with Bailiff Jesse Thorn at SF Sketchfest, Marine's Memorial Theater, Sunday January 18, 7:30 PM
Get in the car, @hodgman.bsky.social and @jessethorn.bsky.social are going to @sfsketchfest.bsky.social! Tickets are still available, but selling out quickly, so get yours here: www.eventbrite.com/e/judge-john...
Post from Nextdoor: “ICE ALERT! They are pulling people out of their cars at COSTCO Atwater!”
Screenshot of a text: “there have been multiple sightings of ice agents in Atwater today please spread the words - they've been at Costco, goodwill, North Atwater Village”
LOS ANGELES: ICE is in Atwater Village today
The clock is ticking! We're less than one week away from our LIVE show at @sfsketchfest.bsky.social ! Don't miss this chance to see @hodgman.bsky.social @jessethorn.bsky.social & intrepid producer @jennifermarmor.bsky.social in the same location for the first time in 2026! EXCLAMATION POINTS !!!
We made the bold move to have a mime act out three minutes of complete silence...on a podcast! See how that went on our latest episode here: youtu.be/nAUK7nXLMoQ
Once in a while when they send these message, I reply. If you’re interested in useful, practical resources, check out genderspectrum.org
I sure did!
Serving up a slice of holiday cheer, from host @hodgman.bsky.social to you! Our Holiday Office Party Episode drops next week on New Year's Eve, so we wanted to remind you: no matter where you are & who you are with, at least no one is forcing you to eat cold, savory jello. ✨
Happy Holidays!
He’s not wrong. They are deadly!!
Tune in tomorrow to find out what MAKE and BRAND of potato chip @jessethorn.bsky.social was eating, on our very special SNACK JUDGMENT episode featuring @michaelianblack.bsky.social and @tomcavanagh.bsky.social !
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Thankfully, we have already recorded this episode and will be spared from this recipe. Something tells me John might be into it though.
We're still getting settled but wanted to give you a look at our new studio. Thanks to everyone who participated in our moving sale (closes today, so last chance: maximumfun.org/movingday)! We're so excited to have this nice space and as you can hear, hosts who record here are pumped about it, too!
and if you live in the San Francisco area, we want your disputes! Submit them here for a chance to appear on Judge John Hodgman and be proven right! (Or wrong, the JUDGE will decide): maximumfun.org/jjho/
We are returning to @sfsketchfest.bsky.social on Sunday, January 18th. Watch @hodgman.bsky.social and @jessethorn.bsky.social judge your disputes LIVE!
Get your tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/judge-john...
😭 THANK you
Completely wrecked
Our son told Jen, “You’re just a podcaster!” Her reaction made him repeat it, walking down Sunset Blvd in Silver Lake shouting, “YOU’RE JUST A PODCASTER.” And I’m guessing about a half dozen people felt absolutely wrecked.
POV: you are the bailiff on @judgejohnhodgman.bsky.social
Me:
