Maron

10 Best Episodes of Maron - Season 1

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 a podcast he does in his garage and a life of sobriety, his life and career are turning around. MARON explores a fictionalized version of Marc’s life, his relationships, and his career, including his incredibly popular WTF podcast, which features conversations Marc conducts with celebrities and fellow comedians. Neurosis intact, Maron is uniquely fascinating, absolutely compelling and brutally funny.Produced by Fox Television Studios and Denis Leary and Jim Serpico’s Apostle, MARON is directed by Oscar® winning director Luke Matheny (God of Love) and executive produced by Marc Maron, Denis Leary, Jim Serpico, Olivia Wingate, and Duncan Birmingham, who also serves as the series’ writer.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.

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Maron - S1E1

#10 - Internet Troll (Season 1 - Episode 1)

Marc is tormented by an abusive fan on Twitter. With his podcast guest Dave Foley in tow, Marc decides to teach one internet troll a lesson.

The episode was rated 7.11 from 131 votes.

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#9 - Marc's Dad (Season 1 - Episode 3)

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Marc’s estranged dad, Larry shows up in an RV at Marc’s house with yet another foolproof scheme to get rich quick. Marc and Larry air their grievances towards each other and a power struggle ensues. Additional guest stars: Andy Kindler, Pete Holmes and Jeff Garlin.

The episode was rated 7.51 from 87 votes.

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#8 - Projections (Season 1 - Episode 9)

Marc meets up with an old college friend who has become a mainstream sell-out filmmaker. He offers Marc a dubious part in his upcoming movie. As Marc considers the part strictly for the health benefits, he pictures how his life might look had he made different choices.

The episode was rated 7.51 from 55 votes.

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#7 - A Real Woman (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 65 votes.

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#6 - Sex Fest (Season 1 - Episode 7)

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.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 61 votes.

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#5 - Dominatrix (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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Marc finds out from his podcast guest and friend, Illeana Douglas, that his ex-­‐wife is having a baby. Illeana sets Marc up on a blind date with a nice girl, but he falls for a raunchy dominatrix instead.

The episode was rated 7.60 from 81 votes.

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#4 - Dead Possum (Season 1 - Episode 2)

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.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 94 votes.

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#3 - Sponsor (Season 1 - Episode 6)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 68 votes.

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#2 - Jen Moves to L.A. (Season 1 - Episode 8)

Marc freaks out after learning his “Sexfest” fling plans to move too close for comfort. After Marc rejects her, she sets her sights on the next best thing and comes between Marc and his assistant Kyle.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 60 votes.

Maron - S1E10

#1 - Mexican Angel (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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Marc's former fling moves in temporarily with Marc after being evicted. She invades Marc’s boundaries and tensions go through the roof. He questions her hoarding tendencies and believes she lied about being kicked out of her previous apartment. Luckily, an unexpected visitor intervenes as their fighting hits a crescendo.

The episode was rated 7.85 from 53 votes.

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