After nearly sixteen years and over fifteen hundred episodes, Marc Maron is ending his acclaimed podcast, "WTF with Marc Maron." The show, known for its in-depth and often revealing conversations with a wide range of guests from RuPaul to Barack Obama, has cemented Maron's place as a leading voice in comedy and culture.
Maron's interview with Lorne Michaels, the creator of Saturday Night Live, stands out as a particularly poignant moment. Maron had previously been turned down for a job at SNL, but as Sarah Larson noted, this perceived setback ultimately allowed him to forge his own path and become the "unhinged garage-podcast messiah" he is today.
So, what's next for Marc Maron? He plans to dedicate more time to acting and stand-up comedy. His new special, "Panicked," is available on HBO. He also shared some recent book recommendations, stating, "I wouldn’t say I’m an avid reader, and when I read, I mean business. If I’m going to read a book, it better do its job.” One of the books he mentioned was "No One Left to Come Looking for You", a novel about young people navigating gentrification and the changing landscape of music.
While "WTF" is coming to an end, Maron's desire to connect with people and explore meaningful conversations remains strong. He's simply shifting his focus outside the studio. The podcast's final run promises to be as insightful and engaging as ever, and fans can look forward to seeing Maron continue to evolve and explore new creative avenues in the years to come. He wants to talk, but outside the studio.