Judge John Hodgman

Matthew and Y want to raise their children to be bilingual in English and in Y's native language, Vietnamese. Matthew's Vietnamese is pretty rusty, so he thinks Y should teach him and their children at the same time. Y thinks that Matthew needs to study on his own until he can keep up. Who is right? Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Erin brings the case against her co-worker Abby, whom she accuses of ducking out of pre-planned happy hour events. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 wakeup and says his wife's approach stresses him out. Who is right? Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

YOUR ATTENTION, PLEASE: This episode contains some talk that may not be appropriate for children, including discussion of smoking and drug use. Robert brings the case against his friend Bradley, who's given up tobacco cigarettes for e-cigarettes. The electronic cigarettes are technically allowed where "real" smoking isn't -- so where is it "appropriate" to smoke them? Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 entertainment. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

THIS WEEK: with guest bailiff Monte Bailiff Belmonte and a SECRET expert witness. Caroline brings this case against her boyfriend Will, who's been trying to sell her on his favorite metal bands to no avail. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 him into say his own name backwards? namdgoH nhoJ egduJ rules! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 Josh in costume; Jessie thinks she's doing enough simply by attending. Who is right? This week: guest bailiffed by Monte Belmonte! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 stay put? Only one man can decide. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Trips for late night fast food and fraternal bonding cause a rift in a relationship -- and only one man can help repair it. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Lauren foresees a Green-Acres type situation for her new suburban backyard, but her husband's vision differs. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Katy brings this case against her older brother Steve, who refuses to leave voicemails. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 much? Only one man can decide! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Scott and Jennifer are a married couple who both admit they're kind of messy -- but who's the real slob here? Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 Adam to start watching one of his own favorite shows, and Adam eventually gave in. However, Adam says an off-hand comment from Andrew -- spoiler alert! -- ruined one of the character's story arcs for his friend. Should Andrew be held responsible for ruining his friend's viewing experience? Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 to indulge in whatever geeky pursuits they desire, or to a typical summer camp to play Capture the Flag. Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Holly and Todd are writing partners who meet at the same restaurants every week. Holly feels their habitual meals are stifling her creativity; Todd thinks it frees up his mind to focus on other things. Who is right? Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Luis insists his big sister Alejandra monopolizes the use of their shared vehicle. Alejandra says Luis refuses rides and then pouts. Who is right? Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

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 Patrick's car from him to use on her commute to work, and sees it as a strictly utilitarian possession – car washing is unnecessary. Patrick is rankled by her lack of care for the Camaro's appearance and thinks she should show some pride of ownership. Who is right? Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!

Gail believes she and her nephew Ray are similarly sensitive kindred spirits. As a loving aunt, she thinks she should be able to comfort Ray when he's upset, even over rule-breaking, and help him handle his feelings. Her sister Aimee believes Gail is unnecessarily coddling Ray and encouraging him to become an overly emotional child. Who is right? Only Judge John Hodgman can decide! Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Join at $5 a month at maximumfun.org/join!