Obscure with Michael Ian Black
Episodes
Episode 39 - You Have My Good Wishes, Mrs. Phillotson.
08 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jude and Arabella meet for the first time since her marriage. The emotional S&M ensues. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. ...
Episode 38 - Three's Company.
01 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Natasha Leggero joins Michael for a special live reading of Jude at Sketchfest in San Francisco. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy info...
Episode 37 - The Business of Giving Her Away.
22 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jude experiences pangs of regret, and Michael finds himself falling in love with Hardy all over again. This episode is sponsored by The Harold Ramis F...
Episode 36 - Runaround Sue.
15 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sue asks Jude to play an important role in a big event, and Michael checks in with his wife Martha to get answers to some burning questions. See omnys...
Episode 35 - Leave the Door Open a Crack.
08 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jude confesses his romantic past to Sue. And Michael confesses his romantic past to you. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information....
Episode 34 - She's Just Not That Into You.
01 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The plot thickens as we catch up with Phillotson, out in search of the truth about Sue. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. ...
Episode 33 - Going Through the Spanking Machine.
25 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Michael contemplates throwing the book into the fire in frustration while Jude and Sue go round and round. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for pr...
Episode 32 - Don’t Be Such a Wet Noodle.
18 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sue finally admits she sees love in Jude's eyes, and Michael sees himself in Jude. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See om...
Episode 31 - I’m a Negation of Civilization.
11 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sue reveals her true self to Jude, and Michael has an epiphany about why this book is considered a classic. Support the show: https://www.patreon.c...
Episode 30 - Take Off Those Wet Clothes.
04 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Michael is joined by Another Period co-star Paget Brewster to read an intimate scene between the notorious cousins following an incident with Sue’s ...
Episode 29 - Anything Can Happen Here.
28 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude the Obscure is getting hot, and Michael is all aflutter! Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See omnystudio.com/listener fo...
Episode 28 - Now Don't Be Such A Silly Boy.
21 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude goes to Melchester where a lonely Sue makes a startling confession. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See omnystudio.com/...
Episode 27 - There's Nothing Wrong With Community Theater.
14 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude heads back to Marygreen with his tail between his legs. And we learn that Michael's just a human too. This episode is sponsored by RXBAR (www.RXB...
Episode 26 - Jude the Hack.
07 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Michael turns to fellow comedian Guy Branum to help break down Jude’s Latin performance at the local tavern. This episode is sponsored by Away (w...
Episode 25 - Jude Is No Jack Reacher.
30 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude realizes he may never get the higher education he has always wanted, and Michael talks to his old friend David Wain about handling disappointment...
Episode 24 - Jude: The Walking Dead.
23 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ghosts and Zombies and Meth Heads, oh my! This episode is sponsored by Man of the People with Pat Tomasulo (www.wgntv.com/LIVE). Support the sho...
Episode 23 - One Thing We Know about Triangles, They Have Pointy Sides.
16 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Michael's invites his wife Martha back to comment on the book's Bizarre Love Triangle. This episode is sponsored by Man Of The People with Pat Toma...
Episode 22 - Never Meet Your Heroes.
09 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The hilarious Nell Scovell returns to weigh in on Jude’s latest disappointing encounter. This episode is sponsored by Man Of The People with Pat ...
Episode 21 - Jude the...Psycho?.
02 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We learn more about Jude's special cousin Sue Bridehead, who is also looking for something new in her life. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for...
Episode 20 - Jude the Stalker.
26 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude’s interest in his cousin Sue Bridehead leads him to follow her to church. Will he finally speak to her? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener...
Episode 19 - Good Jude Hunting.
19 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude gets settled in Christminster, and decides to seek out his cousin Sue. This episode is sponsored by Heineken. See omnystudio.com/policies/listene...
Episode 18 - Dreaming Tree.
05 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude meditates on ancient philosophers, and Michael mediates on modern pop music. This episode is sponsored by Heineken. See omnystudio.com/policies/l...
Episode 17 - You Have Arrived at Your Destination.
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude arrives in Christminster, and Michael and comedian Maeve Higgins tell ghost stories. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information...
Episode 16 - Recapping with Ruthie.
21 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Michael sits down with his teen daughter to catch her up on Jude. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See omnystudio.com/list...
Episode 15 - Lonely Days.
14 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Jen Kirkman offers Jude advice on getting through a tough divorce. Meanwhile Jude’s heartbreak over the split worsens when he make a disco...
Episode 14 - Laying the Lard on Thick.
07 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Michael breaks out the Victorian dictionary for the first time, and Jude turns to the drink. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michaelianbl...
Episode 13 - JB Twisting the Knife.
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Friend Kevin Allison guest stars in a drama-filled episode where the pig meets its fate, and Arabella stabs Jude in the back as a friend reveals her s...
Episode 12 - Secret and Lies.
24 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Uh oh, Arabella reveals the truth, and Jude realizes a horrible mistake has been made. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack Se...
Episode 11 - Putting the Bread in the Oven.
17 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sex advice columnist Dan Savage weighs in on Jude and Arabella’s relationship. Meanwhile, the pair get hot and heavy when Arabella sends her parents...
Episode 10 - Love in the Time of Pig Guts.
10 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
As Jude and Arabella get closer to doing the deed, Michael and his wife, Martha, discuss how they met and fell in love (spoiler alert: there were no p...
Episode 9 - Cruising.
03 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
While on a Caribbean cruise, Michael notices how whether on a big boat in the ocean, or a small town in Victorian England, little has changed for thos...
Episode 8 - The Knob of His Stick.
27 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ahhh, Arabella! Jude has it bad. Will he throw away his dream for the first girl to catch his eye? Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michae...
Episode 7 - Hoity-toity!.
20 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the Victorian rom-com episode! Starring Jude, with special guest star David Cross. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michaelianbl...
Episode 6 - Jude, Buck Up!.
13 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jude struggles with achieving his goals, which leads Michael to discuss his own life challenges with bestie Michael Showalter. Support the show: ht...
Episode 5 - A Little Manliness.
06 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Michael compares the world of Jude the Obscure to River City, Iowa, and he asks writer Nell Scovell if there’s a pill he can take for his Female Pro...
Episode 4 - Prayer and the Wicked Jew.
29 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Friend Krista Tippett joins the conversation about what is hope and why it’s so important, not just to poor Jude, but all of us. Support the show...
Episode 3 - Jack-Jack.
22 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Michael realizes that Jude has much in common with his ugly rescue dog, Jack-Jack. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/michaelianblack See...
Episode 2 - A Clapper to the Ass.
15 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It’s hard being stuck in a small town with dreams of bigger things. Sometimes it takes a clapper to the ass to get you on your way. Support the s...
Episode 1 - To Begin.
08 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Michael explains why this is probably a terrible idea, as he begins reading "Jude The Obscure." See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy infor...
Introducing Obscure
22 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Subscribe now - Episode 1 of Obscure premieres June 8th. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Support the show: https://www.p...