Marc Maron announced that he will bring his influential podcast, WTF With Marc Maron, to an end after a run of nearly 16 years. The final episodes are slated to air this fall, closing a chapter on the show that has interviewed comedians, musicians, and diverse cultural icons.
The veteran comedian and actor shared the news during a recent episode featuring John Mulaney. Alongside his producing partner Brendan McDonald, Maron cited fatigue as a major factor in their decision. As Maron shared,
utterly satisfied with the work we’ve done.
—Marc Maron
Reflecting on sixteen years and a groundbreaking format
Maron spoke candidly about the length of the show’s run, stating,
Sixteen years we’ve been doing this, and we’ve decided that we had a great run,
—Marc Maron. He further explained the timing, adding,
Now, basically, it’s time, folks. It’s time. WTF is coming to an end. It’s our decision. We’ll have our final episode sometime in the fall.
—Marc Maron.
Since its launch in September 2009, WTF With Marc Maron stood out for its conversational and honest approach. What began as Maron hashing out frustrations with fellow comedians became a celebrated space for probing, relaxed interviews with figures like Barack Obama, Carol Burnett, Ariana Grande, John Dwyer of Osees, and more. Maron’s personable style often led guests to share surprising stories, providing both humor and insight for listeners.
Memorable moments and emotional depth
Throughout its almost 1,700 episodes, the podcast covered both lighthearted topics and personal struggles. Memorable highlights include Maron’s deep conversation with Robin Williams in 2010, which tackled emotional territory, and a moving episode in 2020 after the death of Maron’s girlfriend, director Lynn Shelton. The podcast navigated both laughter and grief, building a loyal following among listeners, comedians, and musicians alike.
What’s next for Marc Maron?
While Maron has not detailed his next steps following the end of WTF With Marc Maron, a few public projects are already underway. One upcoming venture is his role in Deliver Me From Nowhere, a Bruce Springsteen biopic starring Jeremy Allen White as Springsteen. Maron is set to play Chuck Plotkin, the producer of Springsteen’s notable 1982 album Nebraska, further connecting him with iconic cultural narratives.
The approaching end of the podcast marks a significant moment for fans and for the podcasting world, as Maron and his collaborators bring a pioneering era to a close with a sense of accomplishment and new opportunities ahead.
