Best Jesse Butts Podcasts (2025)

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Comfort Feuds With Kenji López-Alt & Deb Perelman 1:01:11

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Fall is nearly here and it's time to clear the docket! This week, we are talking to beloved food writers and chefs Kenji López-Alt (Serious Eats, The Recipe) and Deb Perelman (Smitten Kitchen, The Recipe) about COMFORT FOODS! Is the "mac" in chili mac supposed to be plain noodles or mac and cheese? Is canned pumpkin as good as fresh pumpkin puree? …

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How To Make Lasagna Without An Oven, with Peter Sagal 24:48

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Today, Mike and Ian recruit the help of legendary Taste-Tester-Turned-Public-Radio-Host Peter Sagal to rate a new, unorthodox approach to making lasagna. Plus, a listener calls in claiming he’s physically incapable of burping, so the guys ask a medical professional to help him out. You can email your burning questions to [email protected]. How To Do Ev…

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I Was Dreaming When I Wrote This, So Sue Me if I Judge Too Fast LIVE in Portland, ME! 1:03:14

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Should dream sequences be banned from fiction? Is it ok to work on needle crafts in bed? What is the human eye actually capable of seeing? Can one sit nude on the sofa? All of these cases and more fun, recorded LIVE at The State Theater in Portland, Maine on the JJHO Road Court tour! With Joel Mann and his jazz group, The Night and Day Jazz Trio! P…

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Gum, Frogs and Fred Armisen 13:57

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On today’s episode from the archives, Fred Armisen helps a grad student set up her wifi router. Tips on how to keep your milk fresh using nature’s little creatures, and how to tie your hair up stress-free. Plus, we finally answer the burning question: does gum really stay in your stomach for 7 years? You can email your burning questions to howto@np…

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Subpoena Royale 1:06:20

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Phaea brings the case against her husband, Justin. Phaea says the 2006 James Bond movie CASINO ROYALE is a remake of the CASINO ROYALE from 1967. But Justin says Phaea is wrong! Both CASINOS ROYALE are adaptations of the Ian Fleming novel from 1953. Justin says that aside from the source material, the two movies are completely unrelated. Phaea is n…

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OOO Baby, with Andy Samberg, Kate McKinnon, and U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón 20:37

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We are so back! How To Do Everything returns for a packed second season. This episode, one listener asks Mike and Ian how to write the perfect “out of office” message. So, they confer with the highest language authority in the land, U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón. Comedians Andy Samberg and Kate McKinnon join the show to answer your couple’s advice q…

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag August 2025 3:12

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Is this creature an ape or no? The J Squad isn't sure. They talk about this and much more on the August Members Only Mailbag episode! If you're a member, make sure you check your bonus feed now for the full episode. If you aren't a member, it's never to late! Join for just $5 a month and get immediate access to the entire catalog of MaxFun bonus co…

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"How To Do Everything" is so back 2:06

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How To Do Everything is back for season two! With more taste tests, more life hacks and more help for our beloved listeners. This season, Rick Ross gives advice to The Pope, Arnold Schwarzenegger helps a listener work out, Andy Samberg and Kate McKinnon host couples therapy and poet laureate Ada Limón drafts the perfect “out of office” message. Ser…

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Probable Jaws 1:11:19

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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? Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, deportees, and…

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The Rule of Make it Two 52:22

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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! Please co…

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Dragonian Law 1:05:50

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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…

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Klutz Action Lawsuit Live in Burlington 52:22

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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 t…

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Turtle Power of Attorney 58:21

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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 …

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag July 2025 2:40

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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. Judge…

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Butt Pics and Smart Dogs with Janet Varney 1:09:38

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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 Pa…

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Texas Hold'em in Contempt 1:09:35

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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…

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Justice is Blinds 1:00:58

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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. A…

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Judge John Hodgman Presents: Jordan, Jesse, Go! "Potions & Lotions, with Jason Mantzoukas" 1:20:47

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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! -- On this week’s episode, we welcome back th…

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Kayfabeas Corpus Live in Turners Falls MA 1:02:37

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Perry Von Vicious and Delmi Exo are professional wrestlers and good friends. Perry wants to meet Delmi in a singles match just once before he retires. But Delmi refuses to fight! Who's right? Who's wrong? Plus Swift Justice: Should a man be stopped from getting his pilots license? Is it gross to blow your nose in a cloth napkin? And guest Monte Bel…

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TEASER: June 2025 Members Only Mailbag 3:11

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A neighbor has been calling your dog by the wrong name. You never corrected him. It's been years. Should you let him know your dog's actual name? Or let it go? This month's Members Only Mailbag explores this topic, and much more! Here's a sneak peek. If you want to hear the full episode, you have to be a member! Join for just $5 a month and get imm…

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Mayo it Please the Court 1:05:35

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Brandon says that sauce is one of his major food groups. His wife, Jacqueline says the sauces take up too much fridge space! She wants to put away groceries without playing fridge Tetris. But Brandon just loves sauce! Who's right? Please consider donating to Al Otro Lado. Al Otro Lado provides legal assistance and humanitarian aid to refugees, depo…

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Breeches of Contract 1:06:39

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Mike wears the same cargo pants every day! He says one pair is all he needs. Gabby disagrees! She believes a person needs at least 2 pairs of pants. It’s science. But Mike says he’s too tired in the morning to think about what to wear. One pair of pants is easy! Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhod…

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Ian Burns Returns... For Lunch - But Without Lunch - Ep. 33 51:57

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Our friend Ian Burns returns. I thought he was the first guest to return twice, but he no, that honor belongs to Jesse Phillips. Regardless, Ian is back and we have fun just chatting, like we do when we have lunch together.By Brent Haeseker

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Persimmon to Approach the Branch 1:06:59

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While on a drive, Vera wanted to stop and pick some persimmons from a random tree. Matt said NO! Since they don’t know the tree owners, those persimmons are FORBIDDEN FRUIT. But Vera really wants those persimmons! They’ve been holding a grudge against Matt ever since. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgej…

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4K No Los Dos 1:07:19

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Andrew loves his large television but Rachel hates it. She begged him to leave the behemoth behind before moving in together. However it’s now the main TV in their home. Rachel loves living with Andrew. But she wants to evict his huge, eyesore of a television! Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgm…

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag May 2025 3:13

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The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! Are the Hartford Whalers actually an extinct hockey team? Judge Hodgman refers to them that way, but Yael says the judge is WRONG! We hope you enjoy this short clip! For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month…

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Cruel and Two Casserole Punishment Live in St. Paul 52:48

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What should you do if the food at the neighborhood potluck is BAD? Plus cases about shorts in the winter, TV volume, and washing car mats in the dishwasher! All recorded LIVE at St. Paul, MN's beautiful Fitzgerald Theater! We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman! Thanks to reddi…

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Costco Rope Drops 1:04:01

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Are you at Costco first thing in the morning? If you are browsing a store with no intention to buy anything, does that still count as shopping? What are the unspoken rules of grocery store shopping? All this and more shopping-related cases as Judge John Hodgman clears the docket! We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod!…

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Objection D'Art 1:08:42

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David is an art history professor. For the last year, he has been researching an early 20th-century American impressionist named Agnes Millen Richmond. He’s started buying her paintings… and they’re expensive. Susan says they have too many already! She says her husband is obsessed! Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us o…

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Shelf Incrimination 1:10:38

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Hayley can’t wait to move in with Natasha this summer. But Hayley wants to limit how many books Natasha can bring to their new place. Specifically, Hayley wants to set the limit at… ZERO BOOKS. If you do not want to hear about how a ball python eats (it involves rodents), please skip the bit from about 24:00-25:35. Pick back up when John asks where…

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The Meeple's Court Live in Madison 1:09:37

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Beth says that her friend, Aaron, "broke" their favorite board game by working too hard to "optimize gameplay." The way Aaron plays is just NO FUN, says Beth! But Aaron says that identifying systems IS fun! Who's right? Who's wrong? Plus! Swift Justice cases about plant propagation containers and the pronunciation of the word, "hammock." We are on …

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag April 2025 4:44

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The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! This month, the J Squad is talking about an airport dog for some reason. We hope you enjoy this short clip! For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month. Just go to maximumfun.org/join! Judge John Hodgman is me…

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Baby Grand Jury 1:04:06

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Lauren loved playing the piano as a child and regrets quitting. She wants to get a piano and start playing again. But John says pianos are too big and too loud. He thinks she should get a keyboard instead. Then Lauren can play in total silence with headphones on. This makes Lauren sad! Who's right? Who's wrong? Check out this episode on YouTube for…

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Bouilla-biased 1:04:47

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Daryl loves soup! But her husband, Adam, hates it. Daryl has stopped making soup at home and misses it. Adam says that he wants her to stop talking about soup in public. It makes him feel bad. Daryl just wants more soup in her life. Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagra…

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A Jewelry of Your Peers in Ann Arbor 50:56

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Kalee and Nik both want their dad's cool ring in the shape of a lion's head. The problem? Their dad is still alive! Who's right? Who's wrong? Plus, a woman who believes she is owed a cruise from her friend and a man who would like his good buddy to stop telling their coworkers he used to sleep without sheets on the bed! Recorded LIVE at the Ann Arb…

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Time and Rubbishment 1:10:23

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The trash pickup schedule in Nick and Michele’s neighborhood is confusing. No one knows when to bring their bins out! Nick wants to put an automated digital sign in their front window that displays the schedule. But Michele is opposed! She says the sign is TACKY. Who's right? Who's wrong? With Guest Bailiff Jean Grae! Jean Grae's IN MY REMAINING YE…

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TEASER: Members Only Mailbag March 2025 5:57

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The new episode of the Members Only Mailbag is in the members-only bonus feed! Not yet a member? Here's a taste of what you can expect from the J Squad every month in the bonus content feed. For the entire episode, and the back catalog of ALL of our bonus episodes, join Maximum Fun at $5 a month. Your memberships are what make our show possible. Th…

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TEASER: Lawn and Hors D'oeuvres Live in Los Angeles 10:20

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There's another drop in the members-only bonus feed! Both on audio AND video! Here's a clip from Lawn and Hors D'oeuvres Live in Los Angeles! But what about the rest of the case and the episode? You'll have to be a member to hear the rest or watch the entire live show in full. Just go to maximumfun.org/join and join at the $5 a month level or highe…

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Statute of Imitations 1:08:58

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Gaela and Cesca are identical twins. Gaela wants to pull some classic twin-switch pranks but Cesca thinks these types of pranks are hack! What does Judge John Hodgman think? With identical twin Expert Witnesses Jason Sklar and Randy Sklar! Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on I…

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Small Claymations Court 56:05

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Brian brings the case against his wife Cheri and their daughter Lauren. The family has a long-running joke where they declare who is the Gumby. That’s right, Gumby. The mid-20th century claymation cartoon. Brian says that he is the Gumby of the family. But Lauren and Cheri disagree. He’s Pokey, AT BEST! Who's right? Who's wrong? Lauren and Cheri ha…

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TEASER: Judge John Hodgman Spring Break Party 5:40

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It’s been a long, dark, and cold winter. Judge John Hodgman is ready for SPRING BREAK! We want to share a few minutes from the Judge John Hodgman Spring Break Beach House so you can hear what a great time it is! Ben Harrison (Greatest Trek) has mixed some beautiful beachside cocktails to enjoy as they all discuss Spring Break shenanigans. Grab a re…

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Norm Stockton Interview - Ep. 32 1:15:11

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An interview with the incredible bassist Norm Stockton. Norm has played for years with Lincoln Brewster as well as many other well known artists. He is also a leading bass instructor and has his own solo albums that feature some outstanding music. We also talk about his latest Kingston variation of his MTD Signature bass.…

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Juvenile Court is Back! 53:30

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Juvenile Court is back in session with our Expert Juvenile, Scarlett Thorn! We hear cases from kids on playing video games with their podcaster dad, manga, tucked-in sweaters, Punch Buggy, and much more! We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman for photos from this episode! Judge…

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Facetime Served 1:05:27

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Liam and Maya are long distance lovers. But Maya struggles with phone addiction. She installed a program to limit her screen time. But this bums Liam out! He wants to Facetime his partner without an annoying digital chaperone. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @jud…

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Jermaine Morgan, Gospel Bassist and Instructor - Ep. 31 1:03:58

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Jermaine Morgan is one of the top online Gospel bass instructors. In this episode we interview Jermaine and get a lot of good insight to playing Gospel bass.By Brent Haeseker

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Gulpable Negligence 1:07:39

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Carson has a stash of reusable water bottles next to his side of the bed. Each of them has water inside. But, Carson isn’t drinking the water! Alana wants this old water to go. But Carson says that it is still drinkable! He’ll drink it…eventually! Who's right? Who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow…

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Barking and Entering 1:05:50

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David leaves the door open when he lets out his husky. David's roommate, Logan, says the heat kicks on, and his room becomes a sauna! Logan believes his human comfort is more important than dog comfort! Who's right, who's wrong? We are on TikTok and YouTube! Follow us on both @judgejohnhodgmanpod! Follow us on Instagram @judgejohnhodgman. Thanks to…

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The Pegacorn Brief Live in Pittsburgh 53:53

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Can unicorns have wings? Bay says, yes of course! But her dad, Michael, says horses with wings are a thing. Horses with horns are a thing. But unicorns with wings are not a thing! Who's right? Who's wrong? PLUS! A sun tea taste test and a dispute about gravy on sandwiches! All recorded in front a live audience at City Winery in Pittsburgh, PA! We a…

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Chris McClarney and Jesse Phillips and Real Fun Records - Ep. 30 1:11:34

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Both Chris McClarney and Jesse Phillips are interviewed together in this episode. They talk about their new record label, Real Fun Records, songwriting and some fun backstories. Don't miss this interview!By Brent Haeseker