NewsLos Angeles Times — EntertainmentNovember 4, 2026Los Angeles County
Comedian Marc Maron discusses life after his podcast, preparing a new special, and starring in season 2 of "Stick"
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Comedian Marc Maron discusses adjusting to life after ending his podcast "WTF With Marc Maron," exploring his newfound free time and privacy, and preparing to film a new comedy special in December. He also talks about starring in the second season of the Apple TV series "Stick," which premieres Wednesday, and plans to direct a film adaptation of a novel by Sam Lipsyte.
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The article explores how a major figure in comedy and podcasting transitions his creative process, privacy boundaries, and career focus after ending a 16-year daily public audio diary.
Key Facts
- Marc Maron ended his podcast "WTF With Marc Maron" over a year ago after 16 years of recording.
- Maron is filming a new comedy special in December, which he is considering calling "Free Time".
- Ending the podcast removed his public audio diary, forcing him to develop comedy material directly on stage instead of through podcast monologues.
- Maron stars as the character Mitts in Season 2 of the Apple TV series "Stick", which premieres Wednesday and was filmed locally in L.A.
- Maron plans to direct a film in the spring based on a novel by his friend Sam Lipsyte.
- Maron does not play golf in real life, contrasting with his character in "Stick" who is an ex-caddy.
Who's Mentioned
PersonLynn Shelton“Late creative collaborator and romantic partner of Marc Maron.”PersonMitts“Character played by Marc Maron in "Stick".”PersonTimothy Olyphant“Actor appearing in Season 2 of "Stick".”locationL.A.“City where Maron lives and where Season 2 of "Stick" was filmed.”PersonPryce Cahill“Character played by Owen Wilson in "Stick".”PersonSam Lipsyte“Author whose novel Maron plans to adapt into a film.”PersonMarc Maron“Comedian and subject of the profile article.”PersonRhea Seehorn“Actor appearing in Season 2 of "Stick".”OrganizationApple TV“Streaming platform for the series "Stick".”OrganizationStick“Apple TV television series in which Maron acts.”OrganizationWTF With Marc Maron“The podcast hosted by Maron for 16 years.”PersonOwen Wilson“Actor starring alongside Maron in the television series "Stick".”locationNew York“Former place of residence before moving to L.A.”