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Marc Maron has been a comedian for 25 years. He’s had his problems. He was an angry, drunk, self involved, twice divorced compulsive mess for most of his adult life, but with the popularity of

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Maron Season 2 Episode 10 - Radio Cowboy
    8.5/10(109 votes)

    #1 - Radio Cowboy

    S2:E10

    During an appearance on a typically terrible morning radio show, Marc declares the medium dead, and the future belongs to podcasting. However, when he meets a largely ignored radio genius, he has a new respect for some DJs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Maron Season 2 Episode 12 - The Joke
    8.4/10(105 votes)

    #2 - The Joke

    S2:E12

    When Marc accidentally steals a joke from another comedian, he feels guilty. That guilt is put to the test when the comic insists Marc help his career in return.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Maron Season 2 Episode 13 - Desert Road Trip
    8.4/10(89 votes)

    #3 - Desert Road Trip

    S2:E13

    As Marc's career reaches new heights, he is visited by an old acquaintance, desperate for a helping hand. After the comic passes away, Marc is forced to confront the reality that his success could disappear in an instant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Maron Season 3 Episode 2 - The Request
    8.4/10(94 votes)

    #4 - The Request

    S3:E2

    Marc’s neighbors have the egg part of the recipe, but need the other necessary ingredient to make a baby. Yep, Marc’s lesbian neighbors want him to father their child. What could possibly go wrong?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Maron Season 4 Episode 12 - The Bookstore
    8.4/10(57 votes)

    #5 - The Bookstore

    S4:E12

    Marc looks for work in the new town and attempts to get close to his baby.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Maron Season 4 Episode 13 - Bookend
    8.4/10(63 votes)

    #6 - Bookend

    S4:E13

    Marc tries to convince Shay that he can be a positive force in her son’s life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Maron Season 2 Episode 4 - The Mom Situation
    8.3/10(103 votes)

    #7 - The Mom Situation

    S2:E4

    Marc's mom comes to visit. He wants to avoid her and pawns her off on a friend's Dad. The plan backfires when the older couple hit it off too well and Marc has to parent his Mom through an STD scare.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Maron Season 3 Episode 6 - The Node
    8.3/10(100 votes)

    #8 - The Node

    S3:E6

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Maron Season 4 Episode 8 - Dave's TV Show
    8.3/10(70 votes)

    #9 - Dave's TV Show

    S4:E8

    Marc takes a writing position on Dave’s new TV show.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Maron Season 4 Episode 11 - The Geographic
    8.3/10(68 votes)

    #10 - The Geographic

    S4:E11

    Marc decides to travel to Shay and meet his baby.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Maron Season 2 Episode 8 - Mouth Cancer Gig
    8.2/10(104 votes)

    #11 - Mouth Cancer Gig

    S2:E8

    Marc is dreading an upcoming road trip. He's tired of doing the same old material and is anxious at the thought of writing new stuff but his anxiety reaches a peak when he discovers a sore that he believes to be mouth cancer.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Maron Season 2 Episode 9 - Yoga Teacher
    8.2/10(96 votes)

    #12 - Yoga Teacher

    S2:E9

    Marc hits it off with Rachael Harris by comparing their bad relationship scars. When Marc pursues her, she wants him to prove he's over his anger issues by joining her yoga class.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Maron Season 4 Episode 1 - Step 1
    8.2/10(78 votes)

    #13 - Step 1

    S4:E1

    In denial about his current situation, Marc is reluctantly convinced by his friends to enter rehab.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Maron Season 4 Episode 4 - The 13th Step
    8.2/10(67 votes)

    #14 - The 13th Step

    S4:E4

    Marc tries to suppress romantic feelings for a fellow rehab patient.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Maron Season 4 Episode 5 - Marc in Florida
    8.2/10(58 votes)

    #15 - Marc in Florida

    S4:E5

    Marc goes to stay with his mother in Florida and must deal with her irritating boyfriend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Maron Season 2 Episode 1 - Marc on Talking Dead
    8.1/10(124 votes)

    #16 - Marc on Talking Dead

    S2:E1

    Marc is riding high, his career is taking off and his relationship with Jen seems to be going well. However, Marc turns out to be his own worst enemy as he sabotages a TV guest spot and ruins his relationship at the same time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Maron Season 2 Episode 5 - Boomer Lives
    8.1/10(100 votes)

    #17 - Boomer Lives

    S2:E5

    Marc is dealing with the finality of his relationship with Jen but is sidetracked by his missing cat, Boomer. He goes door to door through his neighborhood, looking for his cat, while at the same time learning how his neighbors deal with loss.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Maron Season 3 Episode 1 - Stroke of Luck
    8.1/10(100 votes)

    #18 - Stroke of Luck

    S3:E1

    In the Season 3 premiere, Marc's girlfriend insists he get to know her kid, while Elliott Gould insists Marc take on his agent.

    Director:Rob Cohen
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Maron Season 3 Episode 4 - Racegate
    8.1/10(107 votes)

    #19 - Racegate

    S3:E4

    Marc responds to criticism about the lack of diversity on his podcast by inviting comedian Bruce Bruce for an interview.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Maron Season 3 Episode 7 - Marc's Niece
    8.1/10(90 votes)

    #20 - Marc's Niece

    S3:E7

    Marc tries to connect with his niece by introducing her to her YouTube idol.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Maron Season 4 Episode 9 - Shrink & Kink
    8.1/10(56 votes)

    #21 - Shrink & Kink

    S4:E9

    When Marc begins working with a therapist, he runs into his ex-wife which drudges up old issues.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Maron Season 4 Episode 3 - The Field Trip
    8.0/10(61 votes)

    #22 - The Field Trip

    S4:E3

    Marc and his fellow rehab patients go on a field trip to his old neighborhood.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Maron Season 4 Episode 6 - Sobriety Bush
    8.0/10(56 votes)

    #23 - Sobriety Bush

    S4:E6

    Marc’s sponsor sets him up with an unusual living situation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Maron Season 4 Episode 10 - Amends
    8.0/10(54 votes)

    #24 - Amends

    S4:E10

    Marc begins to make his amends and in the process learns that he is a father.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Maron Season 2 Episode 3 - Therapy
    7.9/10(96 votes)

    #25 - Therapy

    S2:E3

    Marc and Jen enter couples therapy with married therapists but instead of helping, it exacerbates their issues. After Marc feels wronged by the therapists, he ends up putting a dent in their "perfect" relationship.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Radio Cowboy" is the best rated episode of "Maron". It scored 8.5/10 based on 109 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/10/2014. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Joke".