Obama Bids Farewell to Iconic Podcast Host Maron in Final 'WTF' Episode

On October 13, 2025, former President Barack Obama appeared on the 1,686th and final episode of Marc Maron's pioneering "WTF" podcast. Obama had previously been a guest on the show in 2015 while still in office, marking a milestone for "WTF" and helping legitimize podcasts as a political platform.

For the final episode, Maron traveled to Obama's office in Washington, D.C. to conduct the interview. Obama congratulated Maron on the show's conclusion and expressed his honor to be part of the last episode. Maron shared his mixed feelings, saying he feels "ready for the break" but also fears "what do I do now?" Obama advised the 62-year-old comedian to take time to reflect on his accomplishments and not rush into the next chapter.

Over the course of the hour-long conversation, Obama and Maron discussed the state of the world and how to stay optimistic amid political turmoil. Obama also referenced Maron's stand-up bit about how liberals "annoyed the average American into fascism," emphasizing the need to avoid constant lecturing.

In the end, Obama praised Maron's "core decency" and the impact of "WTF," which has featured high-profile guests over the past 16 years. Obama said Maron's approach gave his listeners "courage" and "hope," and that he should be proud of his work. Maron, holding back tears, expressed gratitude for being part of his audience's lives through various life events.