Tuesday, December 31, 2024 - Our New Year's Eve Spectacular (fireworks, champagne, this episode's got it all!)

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 - Our New Year's Eve Spectacular (fireworks, champagne, this episode's got it all!)

We're wrapping up 2024 and putting a bow on it, the actual present being today's crossword, a fine bit of work by Michael Lieberman, his 25th for the NYTimes, as deftly edited by -- it gives us such joy to write this -- Will Shortz (see yesterday's episode for the deets on why). Beyond the crossword, we have a magnificent Triplet Tuesday segment, and some awesome listener mail, so check that all out, and, as usual, let us know what you think. Show note imagery: Mauna KEA, not to be confused...

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Saturday, March 4, 2023 - KACHINAs and BENTOBOXes and ESSAYMILLs, oh, my!

Saturday, March 4, 2023 - KACHINAs and BENTOBOXes and ESSAYMILLs, oh, my!

Another tough crossword for one of our co-hosts, for whom KACHINA dolls were a revelation. As part of his cunning plan to keep mementos of especially challenging clues close at hand, he hopes to soon ...

5 Mars 202320min

Friday, March 3, 2023 - In like a lion, out like a ... LARB?

Friday, March 3, 2023 - In like a lion, out like a ... LARB?

An epically challenging Friday crossword, with delightfully devious and deceptive clues that have to be seen to be believed -- or if not seen, at least heard, and for that we've got you covered! Get t...

4 Mars 202320min

Thursday, March 2, 2023 -  A crossword with a lot of PLUCK (and one 👻)

Thursday, March 2, 2023 - A crossword with a lot of PLUCK (and one 👻)

Malaika Handa has created a terrific puzzle, and congrats are in order because this is her debut NYTimes crossword!! There were many gems in the grid, such as 23A, Child-oriented non-profit group, PTA...

3 Mars 202312min

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 - Have a sip of AVANTPOP

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 - Have a sip of AVANTPOP

Today's crossword absolutely pegged the pun meter, and it also earned 5 squares on the JAMCR scale. A coincidence? We think not, and neither will you (probably) once you've heard today's episode.We lo...

2 Mars 202311min

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 - What's the big deal about the MUDEEL?

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 - What's the big deal about the MUDEEL?

Anytime Dr. Seuss wanders into the grid you know you're in for a good time, and today's constructor, Gia Bosko, delivers and then some! Definitely worth a full 5 squares on the JAMCR scale, and for th...

1 Mars 202313min

Monday, February 27, 2023 - SUN bear - small in stature, but a giant of cuteness 😀

Monday, February 27, 2023 - SUN bear - small in stature, but a giant of cuteness 😀

A very droll Monday theme, involving bears, 3/4 of whom your co-hosts were familiar with, the 4th being a revelation. Jean cruised through this crossword like a boss, Mike meandered through it like he...

28 Feb 202315min

Sunday, February 26, 2023 -- This crossword's definitely a KEEPER!

Sunday, February 26, 2023 -- This crossword's definitely a KEEPER!

A terrific Sunday crossword by Will Nediger: the theme is an absolute delight, and Will didn't slouch off in the rest of the grid, either. We have all the deets inside, so have at it!We love feedback!...

27 Feb 202319min

Saturday, February 25, 2023 - Trent H. Evans shows how to GETERDONE

Saturday, February 25, 2023 - Trent H. Evans shows how to GETERDONE

We are back, and what a welcome Trent H. Evans had in store for us - an epically difficulty Saturday crossword, with mind-bending clues in every corner. The phrase "tough but fair" comes to mind, and ...

26 Feb 202317min

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