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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
    8.4/10(113 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:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Sivert Glarum, Michael Jamin

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  2. Maron Season 2 Episode 13 - Desert Road Trip
    8.4/10(92 votes)

    #2 - 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:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Sivert Glarum, Michael Jamin

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  3. Maron Season 2 Episode 4 - The Mom Situation
    8.3/10(107 votes)

    #3 - 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:Luke Matheny
    Writer:Duncan Birmingham

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  4. Maron Season 2 Episode 12 - The Joke
    8.3/10(109 votes)

    #4 - 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:Marc Maron
    Writer:Duncan Birmingham

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  5. Maron Season 3 Episode 2 - The Request
    8.3/10(97 votes)

    #5 - 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?

    Directors:Michael Jamin, Sivert Glarum
    Writer:Sean Russell

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  6. Maron Season 4 Episode 12 - The Bookstore
    8.3/10(60 votes)

    #6 - The Bookstore

    S4:E12

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

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Dave Anthony, Jerry Stahl

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  7. Maron Season 2 Episode 8 - Mouth Cancer Gig
    8.2/10(108 votes)

    #7 - 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:Bobcat Goldthwait
    Writer:Dave Anthony

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  8. Maron Season 2 Episode 9 - Yoga Teacher
    8.2/10(99 votes)

    #8 - 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:Bobcat Goldthwait
    Writers:Duncan Birmingham, Robert Cohen

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  9. Maron Season 3 Episode 6 - The Node
    8.2/10(103 votes)

    #9 - The Node

    S3:E6

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    Director:Luke Matheny
    Writer:Dave Anthony

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  10. Maron Season 3 Episode 7 - Marc's Niece
    8.2/10(92 votes)

    #10 - Marc's Niece

    S3:E7

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

    Director:Richie Keen
    Writer:Sean Russell

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  11. Maron Season 4 Episode 8 - Dave's TV Show
    8.2/10(73 votes)

    #11 - Dave's TV Show

    S4:E8

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

    Director:Joe Kessler
    Writers:Dave Anthony, Bob Nickman

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  12. Maron Season 4 Episode 11 - The Geographic
    8.2/10(71 votes)

    #12 - The Geographic

    S4:E11

    Marc decides to travel to Shay and meet his baby.

    Director:Casey Brown
    Writers:Dave Anthony, Bob Nickman

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  13. Maron Season 4 Episode 13 - Bookend
    8.2/10(66 votes)

    #13 - Bookend

    S4:E13

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

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Marc Maron, Dave Anthony

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  14. Maron Season 1 Episode 6 - Sponsor
    8.1/10(139 votes)

    #14 - Sponsor

    S1:E6

    At an AA meeting, Marc becomes a sponsor to Manny, an ex-con just out of prison. Marc finds himself in over his head while he accompanies Manny to his old haunts.

    Director:Luke Matheny
    Writer:Duncan Birmingham

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  15. Maron Season 2 Episode 1 - Marc on Talking Dead
    8.1/10(128 votes)

    #15 - 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:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Sivert Glarum, Michael Jamin

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  16. Maron Season 2 Episode 5 - Boomer Lives
    8.1/10(104 votes)

    #16 - 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:Luke Matheny
    Writer:Sean Russell

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  17. Maron Season 3 Episode 1 - Stroke of Luck
    8.1/10(102 votes)

    #17 - 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:Robert Cohen
    Writers:Sivert Glarum, Michael Jamin

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  18. Maron Season 3 Episode 4 - Racegate
    8.1/10(109 votes)

    #18 - Racegate

    S3:E4

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

    Director:Bobcat Goldthwait
    Writer:Dave Anthony

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  19. Maron Season 4 Episode 1 - Step 1
    8.1/10(81 votes)

    #19 - Step 1

    S4:E1

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

    Director:Lynn Shelton
    Writers:Sivert Glarum, Michael Jamin, Dave Anthony

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  20. Maron Season 4 Episode 4 - The 13th Step
    8.0/10(70 votes)

    #20 - The 13th Step

    S4:E4

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

    Director:Bobcat Goldthwait
    Writers:Dave Anthony, Jerry Stahl

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  21. Maron Season 4 Episode 5 - Marc in Florida
    8.0/10(61 votes)

    #21 - Marc in Florida

    S4:E5

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

    Director:Bobcat Goldthwait
    Writers:Sivert Glarum, Michael Jamin, Dave Anthony

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  22. Maron Season 1 Episode 2 - Dead Possum
    7.9/10(174 votes)

    #22 - Dead Possum

    S1:E2

    Marc discovers the source of the awful smell stinking up his house. His podcast guest, Denis Leary, calls Marc’s masculinity into question, causing him to over prepare for removing the dead animal from under his house. Marc’s mom sets up a meeting between him and a family friend who becomes Marc’s eager new assistant.

    Director:Luke Matheny
    Writer:Sivert Glarum

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  23. Maron Season 1 Episode 5 - A Real Woman
    7.9/10(147 votes)

    #23 - A Real Woman

    S1:E5

    Tired of dating younger women, Marc decides to date an age-appropriate woman he meets at a coffee shop. She's smart and sexy, but things go south when she puts Marc in the hot seat by having him interviewed on her son’s podcast.

    Director:Bobcat Goldthwait
    Writer:Duncan Birmingham

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  24. Maron Season 1 Episode 7 - Sex Fest
    7.9/10(127 votes)

    #24 - Sex Fest

    S1:E7

    Marc receives an explicit photo from a female fan, who suggests a weekend of no-strings-attached sex at an out-of-town comedy festival. Marc obliges and goes through the full six stages of a relationship within a matter of two days.

    Director:Robert Cohen
    Writer:Zach Robbins

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  25. Maron Season 2 Episode 6 - Nostalgic Sex Buddy
    7.9/10(94 votes)

    #25 - Nostalgic Sex Buddy

    S2:E6

    Newly single Marc tries to start a no-strings sexual relationship with a sex buddy from years ago. He reasons that a less emotional attachment is exactly what he needs but soon learns that it's easier said than done.

    Director:Luke Matheny
    Writer:Dave Anthony

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Best Episodes Summary

"Radio Cowboy" is the best rated episode of "Maron". It scored 8.4/10 based on 113 votes. Directed by Robert Cohen and written by Sivert Glarum, Michael Jamin, it aired on 7/10/2014. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Desert Road Trip".