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Reality Escape Pod - Escape Rooms & Immersive GamesS10E1 - Will Shortz, The Puzzle Master
"Will Shortz has probably done more to elevate public consciousness of puzzles than any other individual in history."
For decades, the name Will Shortz has been synonymous with puzzles. Will Shortz is the crossword editor of The New York Times, the puzzle master on NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday, and the only person in the world with a college degree in “enigmatology,” the study of puzzles.
inspired my most famous quote from the show—"Well Jeff, I'm good at Sudoku!" (You should check out the accompanying Bonus Aftershow on Patreon...
2025-10-071h 00
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordSunday, September 28, 2025 - PEETS, when you need caffeine to get to the next Starbuck's 😀A few weeks ago, we had an homage to Star Trek. Well, Rich Katz (ably guided by Will Shortz) has dug into the nostalgia vault once more, and came up with this fine ode to a 1990's sitcom whose name we will not mention in these show notes -- to preserve the element of surprise, as it were.Being a Sunday crossword, there were numerous notable clues. We liked 97D, Chinese "nut" that's really a fruit , LITCHI; 108D, AA or JJ, e.g., PAIR (true, true); and 67D, Sun bloc?, NBA (cute!).Show note imagery...
2025-09-2917 min
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2025-09-1400 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordSunday, May 4, 2025 - Ah, who can forget the uplifting strains of 🎶 tum, tum, .... tum, tum, tum, tuuuuuuuum, tum 🎶🚀 😀Today's crossword must've surely been challenging to construct, but the end result is brilliant, thanks to constructor Brandon Koppy (under the keen supervision, no doubt, of editor Will Shortz). This puzzle was also very well timed, for reasons that will become clear as soon as you start listening (or have figured out the episode title, whichever comes fourth, er, first).Show note imagery: One AFGHANI (worth approximately US$ 0.014, C$ 0.019, and € 0.012)We love feedback! Send us a text...Contact Info:We love listener mail! Drop us a line, crosswordpodcast@icloud.com.
2025-05-0515 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordMonday, March 10, 2025 - A (LITTLE)LULU of a crossword!One of Will Shortz's greatest innovations was the strategy of making Monday crosswords easy, then making them progressively harder throughout the week, with Saturday being quasi-impossible. [Sunday is often described as a "large Wednesday" in terms of difficulty.] And it's not like Will forgot his greatest innovation, but this was a trickier-than-usual Monday, which may (or may not) presage a challenging week ahead -- we'll let you know for sure on Saturday.In the meantime, we did enjoy this crossword -- a fine work by Patti Varol, and an opportunity to make our pitch for a...
2025-03-1113 min
Maino and the MayorGreat Health and Shortz Sportz (Hour 2)Mark Husen from Bellin Sports Medicine calls in to talk with the guys about their clinics and the wonderful etiquette they have. "We do listen to customers and we understand because I've been a customer".
Then Beckett K is in the house!!! Dressed to the nines in Eagles gear. Bex doesn't think the Chiefs are unbeatable he thinks the refs are. He talks about raising $482,660 and 1/4 of a penny last night with Bill Jartz from the 36th Annual Wine & Cheese event for the Boys and Girls Club. An incredible night Bex predicts that the Chiefs will win...
2025-02-0744 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordSunday, February 2, 2025 - MRMACGOO, meet MRSDASH 😀This was an extraordinary Sunday crossword, thanks to one of those "oh, I can't believe they did that!" themes that makes crossword solving such an utter delight. This delight came to us courtesy of Derrick Niederman (edited, as always, by Will Shortz), and we will be savoring it for a loooong time to come. To find out exactly why, and possibly how long is loooong, download today's episode (and don't forget to hit subscribe, so you never miss any future installments!).Show note imagery: The Short-Tempered Clavier, billed as "Preludes and Fugues in All the Major and...
2025-02-0325 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordWednesday, January 29, 2025 - No BADEGGS in this crossword!This was a tricky Wednesday, thanks mainly to its clever theme (created by Sophia Maymudes, adroitly edited by Will Shortz). We have nothing but good things to say about it, although we are now on tenterhooks wondering what Thursday will bring.Just a reminder that our show notes always include a link to the wonderful website xwordinfo.com, where you can find a completed version of the day's crossword (i.e., a massive spoiler, but also massively useful), look up clues and answers, etc. If you're a cruciverbalist (and you're reading this, so you are!), you definitely...
2025-01-3017 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordThursday, January 9, 2025 - A NATO-themed crossword? Neato!! 😀 😀This was a fun and challenging Thursday crossword by David P. Williams, his sixth for the NYTimes, deftly edited by the indomitable Will Shortz. The theme was very helpful, providing a distinct tactical advantage (which we discuss in today's episode). There were scads of thought-provoking clues throughout the puzzle, like 37A, Danger in a Wile E. Coyote cartoon, TNT; 36D, At the end of the day, ALLINALL; and 26D, Leader of Germany?, SOFTG 😀 (Hint for new solvers: clues that start with "leader of" or "head of" may be a sly reference to the first letter of the word to fol...
2025-01-1018 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordTuesday, 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 with Mauna LOA (but it...
2025-01-0119 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordMonday, December 20, 2024 - Welcome back Will Shortz!! ❤️❤️❤️Today's crossword is a cause for celebration. First, it was a great crossword (no surprise there -- check out the podcast for the deets), and second, it was edited by Will Shortz, the long time editor of the NYTimes crossword who had a stroke earlier this year. But demonstrating his indomitable spirit, Will has returned to the editor's chair, for which we are grateful. [Not that Joel Fagliano wasn't doing a fabulous job -- he was -- but it's just good to see Will's name back up on the marquee.]Show note imagery: UBE tiramisu, which looks...
2024-12-3111 min
The Insert Credit ShowEp. 369 - Wednesday Difficulty, with Chris RemoComposer, designer, and puzzler Chris Remo joins the panel to cover how specific instruments evoke moods in games, Mad Libs as branching path narrative, and VR’s Myst problem. Hosted by Alex Jaffe, with Frank Cifaldi, Ash Parrish, Brandon Sheffield, and Chris Remo. Edited by Esper Quinn, original music by Kurt Feldman.
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Metroidvania
Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins
A Christmas Carol
Charles Dickens
Scrooged (1988)
The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
Die Hard (1988)
A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)
Vince Gu...
2024-12-2357 min
Inside UVAInside UVA with Puzzle Master Will ShortzWill Shortz is the editor of the New York Times Crossword and NPR's Puzzle Master. He sold his first puzzle at the age of 14, earned a degree in Enigmatology, the study of puzzles, and later came to UVA to study law. Will Shortz has served as the editor of the New York Times crossword and NPR's Puzzle Master for over 30 years, and has become a prolific name in the world of puzzles.
2024-12-0323 min
fiction/non/fictionAnne Curzan on Our Changing LanguageLinguist, writer, and professor Anne Curzan joins co-hosts V.V. Ganeshananthan and Whitney Terrell to discuss how language is constantly changing—and how that’s okay. Curzan talks about how, in her work as an English language historian, she’s learned that people have always been critical of usage changes; Ben Franklin, for instance, didn’t care for colonize as a verb. But, Curzan explains, as much as “grammandos” bemoan the evolution of language, it can’t be stopped—singular “they,” “funnest,” and “very unique” are here to stay. Curzan reads from her book, Says Who? A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who...
2024-10-1754 min
Brain & LifeSolving the Stroke with Will ShortzIn this episode of the Brain & Life podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Will Shortz, the crossword editor for the New York Times and puzzle master of Weekend Edition Sunday on National Public Radio. Will shares how he is recovering from two strokes that he suffered in February 2024 and which types of rehabilitation really worked for his mind and body. He also discusses how he found his love for puzzles and puts Dr. Peters on the spot with one to solve on her own! Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Argye Hillis, Executive Vice Chair of...
2024-10-1050 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordFriday, May 31, 2024 - We have a FIENDING for more Aidan Deshong crosswords!Send us a Text Message.This is a beaut of a debut by Aidan Deshong, a high school senior just about to graduate, and head off to Harvey Mudd. Perhaps he'll major in Engimatology like legendary NYTimes crossword editor Will Shortz. The clues and answers in today's grid were, simply put, brilliant, as seen in 47A, Pricey oils, e.g., ART; 48A, Wet blanket?, DEW; and many, many others. To hear more, including a fascinating fact for Fun Fact Friday™️ -- you are cordially invited to download and listen up to today's podcast.Show...
2024-06-0120 min
Lost In Postulation53. Smells Like Streak SpiritAfter an atrocious attempt at an introduction in Irish, Nicola runs Neil through a gauntlet of mundane streaks, challenging him to pick one to stick to (4:35). Will he choose Will Shortz's streak of playing table tennis everyday for 10 years? Or will he eat at least one Big Mac everyday for the rest of his life? What about collecting as many sick bags as possible? The postulations are endless and quite weird!Then, listeners, press start as Neil postulates on the future of video game adaptations (32:00). Are we living in the renaissance age of video games made...
2024-05-0856 min
WOW ReportHarry & Meghan! Ryan Gosling! Little & Big Edie! The WOW Report for Radio Andy!Tune in every Friday for more WOW Report.
10) 3 Couples: 2 Nay, 1 Yay @00:41
9) Hot Doc: Brandy Hellville @06:22
8) The Rest is History: Titanic Anniversary @13:24
7) Revisiting Grey Gardens @22:28
6) Candy Darling: Dreamer, Icon, Superstar @28:03
5) Hot Read 2: A Very Private School @30:39
4) In Celebration of Puzzle Master Will Shortz @36:59
3) Saturday Night Live with Ryan Gosling @39:51
2) Hot Read 3: Nuclear War @43:04
1) Sleepy Don on Trial @46:40
2024-04-2050 min
Fill Me InFill Me In #437: The theme is the pimento.This week, Brian returns from the ACPT with all the news (but none of the puzzles), and Ryan hacks and coughs his way through another Thunder Round with all the puzzles (but none of the news?). Look, just because we don't think Alex Eaton-Salners is actually Will Shortz doesn't mean that he couldn't be. If you get bored (how could you?!), write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feeling philanthropic, donate to our Patreon. Do you enjoy our show? Actually, it doesn't matter! Please consider leaving us a 5-star review on A...
2024-04-091h 30
WorkingHow to Make a “Fair” Crossword PuzzleThis week, host June Thomas talks to Anna Shechtman, a crossword puzzle creator whose new book is called The Riddles of the Sphinx: Inheriting the Feminist History of the Crossword Puzzle. In the interview, Anna talks about her experience writing crossword puzzles as a teenager and then going on to work with New York Times puzzle maker Will Shortz. She also discusses the subjectivity of “common knowledge” and recalls debates with Shortz about which words and phrases were puzzle-worthy. After the interview, June and co-host Ronald Young Jr. talk more about crosswords and the ever...
2024-03-0349 min
Slate ConversationsWorking: How to Make a “Fair” Crossword PuzzleThis week, host June Thomas talks to Anna Shechtman, a crossword puzzle creator whose new book is called The Riddles of the Sphinx: Inheriting the Feminist History of the Crossword Puzzle. In the interview, Anna talks about her experience writing crossword puzzles as a teenager and then going on to work with New York Times puzzle maker Will Shortz. She also discusses the subjectivity of “common knowledge” and recalls debates with Shortz about which words and phrases were puzzle-worthy. After the interview, June and co-host Ronald Young Jr. talk more about crosswords and the ever...
2024-03-0349 min
Slate CareersWorking: How to Make a “Fair” Crossword PuzzleThis week, host June Thomas talks to Anna Shechtman, a crossword puzzle creator whose new book is called The Riddles of the Sphinx: Inheriting the Feminist History of the Crossword Puzzle. In the interview, Anna talks about her experience writing crossword puzzles as a teenager and then going on to work with New York Times puzzle maker Will Shortz. She also discusses the subjectivity of “common knowledge” and recalls debates with Shortz about which words and phrases were puzzle-worthy. After the interview, June and co-host Ronald Young Jr. talk more about crosswords and the ever...
2024-03-0349 min
Slate BooksWorking: How to Make a “Fair” Crossword PuzzleThis week, host June Thomas talks to Anna Shechtman, a crossword puzzle creator whose new book is called The Riddles of the Sphinx: Inheriting the Feminist History of the Crossword Puzzle. In the interview, Anna talks about her experience writing crossword puzzles as a teenager and then going on to work with New York Times puzzle maker Will Shortz. She also discusses the subjectivity of “common knowledge” and recalls debates with Shortz about which words and phrases were puzzle-worthy. After the interview, June and co-host Ronald Young Jr. talk more about crosswords and the ever...
2024-03-0349 min
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordSaturday, February 3, 2024 - To write a crossword this good? That *is* ROCKETSCIENCE 😀A delightful Saturday crossword by Carolyn Davies Lynch and Jeff Chen - edited adroitly, as always, by Will Shortz. Your intrepid cohosts had vastly different experiences solving today's puzzle, but they both agreed that it contained a cornucopia of clever clues. Deets inside, as well as the winner of this week's JAMCOTWA (Jean And Mike Crossword Of The Week Award™️).Show note imagery: Sir Georg SOLTI, conductor extraordinaireContact Info:We love listener mail! Drop us a line, crosswordpodcast@icloud.com.Also, we're on FaceBook, so feel free to drop by t...
2024-02-0413 min
Hey, Good GameBehind the Success of KenKen: An Interview with Robert FuhrerRobert Fuhrer explores his years-long journey in the toy and game industry in this interview. He reminisces about the many experiences that shaped his career from early exposure to the toy industry, his first creation, his various partnerships and ventures and how he ended up being the owner of the popular puzzle game, KenKen. His journey reflects the crucial importance of relationships in business, being outspoken about opportunities, and taking on ventures with undefined outcomes. Fuhrer also talks about his experience with marketing and fiercely competitive business models and gives some sage advice to aspiring game developers....
2024-01-021h 17Reality Escape Pod - Escape Rooms & Immersive GamesS6E13 - Inside the Puzzler Podcast with A.J. Jacobs & Greg Pliska“Fun, bite sized, and entertaining.”
In the final episode of season 6, we’re back with author and now podcaster A.J. Jacobs, along with his Chief Puzzle Officer, Greg Pliska. We first interviewed A.J. about his book, The Puzzler, in S3E11. The idea for the podcast originated in part while recording the audio book version of The Puzzler. A.J. realized many of the puzzles in the book were visual and wouldn’t work for an audio book. He created a bunch of audio puzzles that only worked in the audio form. But when it...
2023-12-261h 02
Topic Lords217. Rotate Your Plate BreakageLords:
Maxx
Nick
Topics:
Puzzmo
I'm worried about my tableware rotation strategy
Ennigaldi-Nanna's museum
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ennigaldi-Nanna's_museum
It Was A Coffin That Sang, by Olena Davis
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Microtopics:
Instead of giving someone a business card, stamping your information on them so they have to call you before they take a shower.
Where's George?
George isn't here. George was never here.
Canadians looking forward to when they can walk around with King Charles' face in their pocket.
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2023-12-181h 07
Labor, Leisure, LoveSubverting the Male Gaze with MashaThis episode I interview Masha, an astrologer and writer with an opinion about LOVE! We discuss the male gaze, love astrology, crossword puzzles, the 5 love languages, and how we feeling seen and heard by others.
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2023-12-0547 min
It's A ClueEpisode 57: The Hardy BrosIn Episode 57, let’s talk about our very first Hardy Boys book - The Tower Treasure! (Spoiler alert, we both friggin’ love the Hardy Boys now!). But first, Kelly loves an earmuff, Karen has a brain meld with Will Shortz, the word “panopticon” is used for the first time on this show, and Aileen’s gonna hook us up with proof of robotic puppets. Over in . . . Bayside? Baywatch? Bayport?….we have our first perishing, there’s lots of reckless driving, and Joe & Frank get paid even though they probably couldn’t take a fingerprint off a moving horse. Rated 9.5 out o...
2023-11-301h 20
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordTuesday, October 24, 2023 - LUTES, UKES and PECS, either crossword answers or the weirdest law firm ever 😀Today we are presented with an amusing and well-timed Tuesday crossword by Daniel Grinberg (ably edited, as always, by Will Shortz, may his beard, if he has one, grow ever longer). It manages to STAYCLASSY and never has us thinking its TIMEFORACHANGE, for a variety of reasons outlined in today's grid. Beyond those, we'd like to give a shoutout to a few other fine clues, including 60D, Music genre that influenced The Clash, SKA; 37D, One whose taste buds may not crave Buds, BEERSNOB (nice!); and 9D, TV character George who says "I'm disturbed! I'm depressed! I'm inadequate! I...
2023-10-2518 min
Fill Me InFill Me In #408: We're trying to get Zoom-bombed, and it's not working!This week, Ben Zimmer (30D!) joins Brian for discussions of #gridspotting, the Bryant Park tournament, and the Baby Mets. ALSO: Brian is not shy to perpetuate conspiracy theories about Will Shortz's alter ego, and contrary to the episode's title, we did actually get Zoom-bombed. Stuff to click: XWordInfo, all that remains CrossCord, the crossword Discord server Puzzability, where you can find links to the Bryant Park tournament puzzles Ugleh's crossword grid search Crosserville the maybe-it's-a-podcast featuring Robyn Weintraub If you get bored (how could you?!), write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if...
2023-09-121h 50
Jean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordTuesday, August 15, 2023 - FLYERS? FLIERS? PHLYERS? Decisions, decisions!A trendy, Tuesday crossword by Malaika Handa, with a smattering of rarer clues, such as 18D, Gun control activist David, HOGG; 11D, Payment after a split between unmarried partners, PALIMONY (amusing word for a decidedly unamusing subject); and 12D, Italian sparkling wine, PROSECCO (not to be confused, as Mike was wont to do, with PROSCIUTTO). It's Triplet Tuesday, so see if you can beat Mike to the answers in today's thrilling battle of wits. Finally, Will Shortz, the head honcho at NYTimes Crossword HQ, was interviewed by the New Yorker, and is definitely worth a read....
2023-08-1619 min
The Martha Stewart PodcastWord Play with New York Times Game Editors Everdeen Mason & Will ShortzIf you follow Martha very closely, you may know that she is one of the legions of puzzle players who obsessively play The New York Times’ word games. The NYT launched its famous crossword puzzle in 1942. Now, 81 years later, they are paying serious attention to the business of games. Sudoku. Wordle. Spelling Bee. Tiles. As the news organization grows its digital portfolio of games, waves of puzzle players are signing up. Martha is delighted to talk word games with Will Shortz, The New York Times Crossword Puzzle Editor, and Everdeen Mason, the first-ever Editorial Director of Games at The New York...
2023-08-0243 min
For Your Listening PleasurePatrick Creadon- The Loyola Project and the Importance of Documentary FilmsAmerican filmmaker Patrick Creadon who is primarily known for his work in documentaries. His first film, Wordplay, profiled New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz and premiered at the 2006 Sundance Film Festival. Then in 2016, Patrick directed ESPN" s 30 for 30 film, "Catholics vs. Convicts," about the October 15, 1988, Notre Dame-Miami football game. In this episode, we discuss Patrick's latest film, "The Loyola Project," about the historic 1963 Loyola Ramblers men's basketball national championship team and the racial barriers they faced and overcame on their incredible journey. I loved how Patricks weaves together actual footage and modern-day interviews to tell this captivating story, which c...
2023-05-1653 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overCats and Dogs - 5 April 2023It’s cats and dogs, and a few other critters, too. Animals prowl around inside several English words, including sleuth, which was originally sleuth-hound, a synonym for bloodhound. Plus, the language we use with our pets and the ways they communicate with us. Boop a snoot, anyone? And NPR Puzzlemaster Will Shortz stops by to add to the menagerie with a punny quiz about some animals you’re not likely to see. Plus, it’s raining cats and dogs, cat beer, my dogs are barking, gee and haw, lloviendo hasta maridos, chatoyant, and splooting. Don’t step in any barker’s eggs!...
2023-04-0532 minJean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordTuesday, March 7, 2023 - Don't worry, that's a TAMEIMPALAA very pleasing Tuesday crossword, with a theme that was an echo / homage to Monday's HUMANNATURE -- surely not a coincidence, with the crossword force-of-nature Will Shortz in charge. Today's puzzle included a few spicier clues - 17A, Best competitive stuff, AGAME (cute); the combo 28D, That one and that one, in Spanish, ESOS, paired with 65A, That one and that one, THOSE (now that's artisanship). Definitely a 5 squares on the JAMCR scale, and for all the deets, please download, listen up, enjoy and ... let us know what you think!Contact Info:We love li...
2023-03-0816 min
You, Me, & Web3You, Me, & Web3 Shortz: Harry LiuHello and welcome to You, Me and Web3 Shortz, our spin-off series where from time-to-time, we’ll bring you a shorter podcast with special guests who will talk about their Web3 projects. In this edition we welcome Forj CEO Harry Liu, who talks about his education project TasteMakerz.
Many thank for the support and feedback for episode one. And, if you missed it, you can listen to it here https://apple.co/3k1LYRJ.
2023-02-1718 min
NZZ AkzentDie Lesung: Mister Kopfnuss
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2023-02-0811 minJean & Mike Do The New York Times CrosswordWednesday, January 18, 2023 - Will Shortz, THEGOAT of crossword editors!A wonderful Wednesday crossword, and a debut for constructor Lindsay McBride (kudos and all that!). We especially enjoyed 67A, Like matryoshka dolls, NESTED (we just like to say matryoshka); 32D, Good, in Chinese HAO (now we know!); and 24D, "_________ Flux" (1990s animated sci-fi series), AEON (because it was such a great show!). There was (much) more, and deets are inside.Just a reminder, if you haven't solved today's puzzle and want to see the finished grid so you can follow along as you listen, then just go to xwordinfo.com, where the entire filled-out grid awaits!
2023-01-1913 min
CluedunnitEp. 29 - BonesBreak out your barbecue sauce and your crosswords, it’s time for a very bloody episode of Cluedunnit! Jessica gets all suspicious of Will Shortz, and Jacob takes not one, not two, but three stabs at guessing who did it. Will he get it right this time? Or will he pack it all in to become a super-fan of “Murder Flip”?
We watched season 7, episode 6 of “Bones,” entitled “The Crack in the Code.” We streamed it on Hulu.
Join the fun and tell us your guesses online at:
Twitter: @cluedunnit
Facebook: @cluedunnitpodcast...
2022-10-051h 00
Forever35Episode 238: Brain Zhuzh with Amanda YesnowitzKate realizes she could have been the first butter influencer and Doree has a pod-sausage update. Then, Forever35 listener, cruciverbalist, and award-winning musical theater lyricist Amanda Yesnowitz joins them to chat about why humans love puzzles, how Will Shortz was involved in both her engagement and her wedding, and her upcoming feminist holiday musical comedy Christmas In Connecticut. To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com.Visit forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on th...
2022-10-051h 00
Mystery to MeCrossword Mysteries: Abracadaver (2020)Crossword Mysteries: Abracadaver is an original film from Hallmark Movies & Mysteries that first aired on January 5, 2020. It's the third in the Crossword Mysteries series.This film stars Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott, John Kapelos, and Barbara Niven. The story comes from the criss-crossed mind of New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz.Chabert stars as Tess Harper, the New York Sentinel crossword-editor-slash-detective-slash-aspiring-amateur-magician. In this movie, she ends up getting drawn into a murder mystery involving magicians before she can even say "hocus pocus." Listen to Áine and Kevin pull topics out of their hats like the Magic...
2022-09-2628 min
Mystery to MeCrossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder (2019)Crossword Mysteries: Proposing Murder is an original film from Hallmark Movies & Mysteries that first aired on October 13, 2019. It's the second in the Crossword Mysteries series.This film stars Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott, John Kapelos, and Barbara Niven. The story comes from the twisted mind of New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz.Chabert stars as Tess Harper, the plucky New York Sentinel crossword editor who can't stop getting embroiled in murder mysteries. In this film, she does a favor for a friend who'd like to propose through her daily crossword puzzle. But the proposal goes over as well...
2022-09-1944 min
Mystery to MeCrossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For (2019)Crossword Mysteries: A Puzzle to Die For is an original film from Hallmark Movies & Mysteries that first aired on March 10, 2019. This film stars Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott, John Kapelos, and Barbara Niven, and featured a story from New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz.Chabert stars as Tess Harper, the crossword editor whose puzzles are the only thing keeping the New York Sentinel afloat. Her peaceful life tinkering over grids gets criss-crossed when a murder victim is found with one of her word puzzles in his pocket. Soon, the determined editor must team up with a skeptical...
2022-08-2954 min
The SugarbowlArthur and the Big Riddle / Double DareWe like to think each of our episodes are layered with great content, divinely inspired. There's a right way to listen, and then there's Chris's way. Special thanks to bivalves of all shapes and sizes, underutilized set designers, and the Brain's mastermind plan peeking out from the bushes. Send us feedback! sugarbowlpod@gmail.com - @sugarbowlpod facebook.com/SugarbowlPod sugarbowlpod.com RSS: sugarbowlpod.libsyn.com/rss - Artwork: Tori Nelson @ facebook.com/torinelsonart Music: Kurt Statz @ ox4.li/32t
2022-03-281h 16
Slate DebatesDialects vs. LanguagesOn today’s episode of Spectacular Vernacular, Nicole and Ben talk about the difference between a dialect and a language as they revisit a prior conversation about Ukraine. They also interview Will Shortz, crossword puzzle editor at the New York Times, about how he got into the world of puzzles. And finally, our hosts are in the hot seat for a wordplay quiz set by the puzzle master himself. You don’t want to miss this! You could win a year’s membership to Slate Plus.Do you have any language questions or fun facts to share? Email...
2022-03-1529 min
Tiny VictoriesThou Shalt Wordle!Mentioned in the ShowWordleNPR’s Sunday Puzzle w/ Will ShortzThis podcast is sponsored by Betabrand. Right now, our listeners can get 30% off their Betabrand orders when you go to Betabrand dot com slash TINY.Do YOU have a tiny victory to share? Call the Tiny Victories Hotline: (323) 285-1675We want folks to share their tiny victories on our hotline because, frankly, we’ll assume we’re just talking into the void every week and nothing matters. Prove us wrong. Did you finally do that thing y...
2022-01-2417 min
Go Fact YourselfEp. 94: Jaret Reddick & Molly BallA 14-letter phrase for a trivia podcast: It’s a brand new episode of Go Fact Yourself!Jaret Reddick is best known as the lead singer and songwriter for the band Bowling for Soup. Between his band and the theme song for “Phineas & Ferb,” his music has been a fixture for children -- but so has his iconic role as the voice of Chuck E. Cheese. You can hear more of Jaret’s voice in his podcasts “Jaret Goes to the Movies'' and “Rockstar Dad.”Jaret’s opponent is Time magazine journalist Molly Ball. She’s known for her pol...
2021-12-031h 08
Fresh AiRThe Null Hypothesis: How it Relates to Atheism and God – SciPhi ShortzIs Atheism the Null Hypothesis? It is common to hear folks claim Atheism is the null hypothesis. In this SciPhi Short we will be going over what the null hypothesis is with a few examples. We will start by covering off what a hypothesis is, moving on to the null hypothesis itself, and finishing up...
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2021-09-0304 min
At Home with Linda & Drew ScottPuzzles & Magic all in one?! Must be David KwongDavid Kwong brings some puzzling fun to us At Home! David Kwong is a magician, puzzle creator, writer and producer. He has created illusions for film and television, including Now You See Me, Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation, and The Magnificent Seven. If you do the New York Times crossword puzzles, you may have come across (and maybe stumped by?) his clever work — Kwong is a frequent crossword contributor along with infamous crossword puzzle editor Will Shortz.We are put to the test with some games and a...
2021-08-3143 min
Fresh AiRRationality: How Can a Belief Be Rational? – SciPhi ShortzWhat does it mean to be rational? It is common to hear that all beliefs are irrational, but is that really the case? In this SciPhi Short we will be briefly examining rationality and how it relates to belief. We will be covering: – What is a Belief – What is Rationality – States of...
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2021-08-2006 min
The Chris & Sandy ShowThe Chris & Sandy Show With Lisa LoebWe had a wonderful conversation with Lisa Loeb on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about so many things from family, music, sacrifices, she told some amazing stories to a whole lot more.We also talked about her musical project Together Apart. Her eyewear line - lisaloebeyewear.com and her Camp Lisa Foundation - lisaloeb.com/camp-lisaDallas native Lisa Loeb is a 2018 GRAMMY Award-winning singer songwriter, touring musician and philanthropist who started her career with the platinum-selling Number 1 hit song “Stay (I Missed You)” from the film Reality Bites. A trailblazing independent artist, Lisa was the fi...
2021-08-0653 min
It's Christmastown105 - A Bi Bagel RiskSARAH D. BUNTING joins BRANDI BROWN to solve CROSSWORD MYSTERIES: A PUZZLE TO DIE FOR (2019), starting with: A getting-to-be-so-driven exercise ... Don't look at the NY Magazine's art critic's life ... THEME: "Fuck You If You Don't Like Christmas," from Crudbump, by Drew Fairweather PART ONE Other podcasts ... Welcome, Brandi and Sarah D. B-b-b-b-bunting ... The ironic-to-sincere Bosch process ... Amazon Original Series Bosch ... Haunted by Brandy (the boy is hers) and not snitching ... Accidental eco-terrorism fans ... How'd we pick this? ... The Cat Who Found a Floater ... Booking Brandi's mom ... Cats and Anti-Cats ... Cast Rundown...
2021-07-281h 15
VINTAGE SOCIETY PODCASTEP.132 // SPANG SISTERSSpang Sisters are a genre-crossing musical duo, based in Bristol. Their self titled debut record arrives on vinyl and all music streaming platforms on May 21st. They perform at The Prince Albert in Brighton on July 7th. We talk small stories, the importance of detail, writing about people, cow gods, Will Shortz, crosswords, odes, cooking, imbuing stories with darkness and light, Joyce Vincent, drawing, procrastination, the last time they learned a new instrument, wells of inspiration, exploring childhood, introspection and the songwriter's mindset. Theme Music: "Breakfast Burger" by Snack Villain See...
2021-05-1346 min
Fill Me InWe built a fence.This week, Brian and Ryan welcome a new member into the Pantheon of Compleatists, discuss whether Disney should support local comic book shops (they should), and pose an over/under on Will Shortz's retirement. Our contest puzzle comes from Neville Fogarty, and it's presented in Episode 284 (go listen!). Finally, join us on Twitch at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Stuff to click: Matt Gritzmacher's Daily Crossword Links Mars parachute puzzle QVXwordz (Quiara Vasquez) Norah's Puzzles (Norah Sharpe) If you get bored, write something for the Fill M...
2021-03-021h 16
The Astraea PodcastEpisode 8 - Luke “Shortz” AndrewAnother podcast drops with the CF-L3 Shortz, truly an episode which will help new coaches in the fitness world navigate and understand some thoughts on becoming a better coach, how he got into CrossFit, learning new skills to serve those who struggle from loss of hearing, and all round a look into the 2021 season
2021-02-261h 16
Het Is Wat Het Was#25 - Niet de kerstafleveringCultuurhistorische podcast met centraal thema. Deze week een aflevering die lijkt op het jaar 2020: chaotisch en zonder rode draad.
Markers:
03:29 Claire vertelt over de geschiedenis van de vaccinatie (met melkmeisjes en plagen overwinnen)
21:58 Marc vertelt over nieuwjaar bij de Romeinen en de Assyriërs (’t is met seks en al)
36:30 Maaike heeft het over kruiswoordpuzzels en hoe die bijna D-Day deden mislukken
Factchecks:
# Equinox is inderdaad een Netflix-serie, maar ook een album van elektronicacomponist Jean-Michel Jarre (Équinoxe).
# De schrijfwijze van het Assyrische nieuwjaar is ‘Akitu’.
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2020-12-3147 min
Quiz and HersS10 E9 - Episode NINE-NINE!In our 99th episode, Justin has locked up six trivia questions about our favorite police comedy, Brooklyn 99! We also laugh about rock music, a famous actor, and a bad investment idea.1:55: Q1 (Times & Places): The season 4 premiere finds Holt and Peralta in Witness Protection, and features Maya Rudolph as Karen Haas, a member of what federal law enforcement agency?8:02: Q2 (Movies & TV): What actor, who extended his exclusive deal to produce films for Netflix earlier this year, appears as himself in the episode “Operation: Broken Feather”, in which he insists that he is a “serious person”...
2020-12-0846 min
Meet CuteCrossword PuzzlesAre art and science star crossed lovers?Join Lauren and Lee this week on Meet Cute as they discuss the ups, downs, and acrosses of crossword puzzles! Your clues to solving this podcast include: gender AND reveal parties, search problems, crossword literacy, and the worst promposal.Will Shortz doesn't listen to this podcast..... YET
2020-12-0227 min
Wild Business Growth#97: Will Shortz – The Puzzlemaster, Crossword Editor of The New York Times Will Shortz, the Crossword Editor of The New York Times, joins the show to share his journey from creating his own puzzle major to writing and editing over 500 puzzle books and thousands of crosswords for the Times since 1993. Hear what drew Will to puzzles in the first place, his crossword-editing process, how to solve a crossword puzzle, his appearances on How I Met Your Mother and The Simpsons, and the difference between ping pong and table tennis. Connect with Will on NPR's Sunday Puzzle, in The New York Times, at CrosswordTournament.com, and WestchesterTableTennis.com
2020-06-1029 min
Wild Business GrowthWill Shortz – The Puzzlemaster, Crossword Editor of The New York TimesWill Shortz, the Crossword Editor of The New York Times, joins the show to share his journey from creating his own puzzle major to writing and editing over 500 puzzle books and thousands of crosswords for the Times since 1993. Hear what drew Will to puzzles in the first place, his crossword-editing process, how to solve a crossword puzzle, his appearances on How I Met Your Mother and The Simpsons, and the difference between ping pong and table tennis. Connect with Will on NPR's Sunday Puzzle, in The New York Times, at CrosswordTournament.com, and WestchesterTableTennis.com
2020-06-1029 min
Talk to Me with Gary CeeNew York Times Crossword Editor Will ShortzWill Shortz has been editing the New York Times crossword puzzle since 1993. I've been writing crosswords since 2007, and I've been lucky enough to have 39 of my creations published in the Times to date, all of them edited by Will. He is the master of the art, America's King of Cruciverbalism, and with Will at the helm, the subscriber base of the New York Times Crossword Puzzle app has grown to a remarkable 500,000 solvers. That's a lot of folks reading clues and filling in grids, and it translates into an abundant source of revenue for The New York Times....
2019-10-1922 min
Wabash On My MindWill ShortzRich sits down with editor of the New York Times Crossword puzzle and Crawfordsville-native Will Shortz, discussing his eighth-grade start to puzzlemaking, founding the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, and avoiding obscurities and minimizing oddities (Episode 251).
2019-10-0728 min
Shelley Has OpinionsShelley Has Opinions Episode 95: Crossword PuzzlesCall up Will Shortz, Shelley Gang—it's time to talk Crossword Puzzles! Holly, Shelley, and Julie discuss the pros and cons of everyone's favorite word game. Are they also mind games, or are they simply a pathway to the cure for dog dementia? Plus, Rando Chando makes a glorious return—what silly lists has Julie compiled especially for Shelley's birthday?
2019-07-2356 minFill Me InFill Me In #187: Crossword Mysteries! The MusicalIn this week's episode of Fill Me In, Ryan and Brian watch "Crossword Mysteries" and wonder if Will Shortz is hiding something. Highly illegal YouTube stream of Crossword Mysteries Not illegal (but also not free) (and possibly not even available) stream of "Gypsy" starring Imelda Staunton The Fill Me In Wiki The American Crossword Puzzle Tournament The New York Times puzzles, March 11-March 17 If you enjoy our show (or even if you don't), consider leaving us a 5-star review on iTunes. This will help new listeners find our show, and you'll be inducted into the Quintuple Decker...
2019-03-191h 47
The James Altucher Show432 - Will Shortz: Proof that You Can Create Your Own Career Path & Keep Your Brain in Shape"You're the most disappointing guest ever," I said. "You've done everything you've ever wanted to do, you rose to the top..." Will Shortz is the crossword puzzle editor for "The New York Times." And he took probably the strangest path I've ever heard to get there... he figured out how to be in control of his career, do what he loves and make it all up as he goes along. This episode is going to give you tips to keep your brain young, smart and it'll also give you ideas about out the box careers. I write about all my po...
2019-02-051h 01
Book Cougars Podcast: Two Middle-Aged Women on the Hunt for a Good ReadThe Widows by Jess Montgomery, Noah Webster House, True Grit and More!Episode Sixty Eight Show Notes
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2019-01-221h 14
Do By FridayBONUS: Patreon AftershowHey pals, the aftershow was really funny this week, so we decided to share it with you. We don't want to make a habit out of this. But if you like what you hear, help us keep making this thing by throwing five bucks a month our way at http://GiveUsYourFuckingMoney.com
Show Notes
Woke Italian Man ees'a so sorry! More Survivor talk, and then everybody gets all mad about Go-Fund-ing Captain Marvel. This leads to a deep dive on corporate charity as consumption absolution.
Then everybody gets all mad about the Scholastic...
2019-01-1528 min
The Documentary ShowEpisode 32: WordPlay and Jiu Jitsu Vs The WorldJohn and Keith are finally back with the first of all new episodes! One of us made a big mistake, but don't worry we make the most of it. After a trip down the rabbit hole of YouTube Music Videos, we talk about Patrick Creadon's Wordplay about Will Shortz and the New York Times Crossword Puzzle. Then, we talk about Dan Lewis's Jiu Jitsu vs The World about Jiu Jitsu of all things.
2018-07-261h 47
PostcardistE10: The Great Postcard GiveawayWhat if you collected postcards the majority of your life, then woke up one morning and decided to give away all those postcards? One at a time. That’s what this week’s guest did. Frank Boscoe created an Instagram site where he documents his Great Postcard Giveaway. Frank asks people to DM their address and he sends them a postcard from his collection. Simple as that. One a day until they’re gone. I became fascinated with Frank’s story as I follwed him on Insta. But when he mentioned he was going to present a P...
2018-04-0230 min
Weird Work“I’m The New York Times crossword puzzle editor.”Will Shortz is the crossword puzzle editor at The New York Times. But he’s also the only person in history to receive a degree in Enigmatology -- the study of puzzles. And he’s been creating and publishing his own puzzles since he was 14 years old. Today, Will talks with Sam about the origin of the paper’s famous crossword, and Will explains how the puzzle’s history is not so different from today. Oh, and there’s a puzzle. Did you really think we’d have Will on and not give you a brain stumper?--- Send in a voice m...
2018-01-1848 minWeird Work“I’m The New York Times crossword puzzle editor.”Will Shortz is the crossword puzzle editor at The New York Times. But he’s also the only person in history to receive a degree in Enigmatology -- the study of puzzles. And he’s been creating and publishing his own puzzles since he was 14 years old. Today, Will talks with Sam about the origin of the paper’s famous crossword, and Will explains how the puzzle’s history is not so different from today. Oh, and there’s a puzzle. Did you really think we’d have Will on and not give you a brain stumper?--- Send in a voice m...
2018-01-1848 min
Via dall'Europa. La poesia del mondoEpisode 2: All About PuzzlesPuzzles have been around for centuries, and claims about their value run the gamut from being simple, brain-teasing fun, to potentially preventing Alzheimer’s. Companies like Google are famous for incorporating puzzles in their interviews, but can puzzle skills really predict programmer success? The Drawing Board tries to solve the puzzle of puzzles in this new episode, which features: anthropologist Marcel Danesi, New York Times Crossword editor Will Shortz, author and tech recruiting expert Gayle Laakmann McDowell, programmer Zef Hemel, and HackerRank CEO Vivek Ravisankar.
2017-07-2040 min
The Learning LabEpisode 2: All About PuzzlesPuzzles have been around for centuries, and claims about their value run the gamut from being simple, brain-teasing fun, to potentially preventing Alzheimer’s. Companies like Google are famous for incorporating puzzles in their interviews, but can puzzle skills really predict programmer success? The Drawing Board tries to solve the puzzle of puzzles in this new episode, which features: anthropologist Marcel Danesi, New York Times Crossword editor Will Shortz, author and tech recruiting expert Gayle Laakmann McDowell, programmer Zef Hemel, and HackerRank CEO Vivek Ravisankar.
2017-07-2040 min
The Carolina Shout - Ragtime and Jazz Piano with Ethan UslanEp. 23: Cross Words Between Will Shortz & MeEthan presents a program of puzzle songs from the 1920s and 30s with insights provided by special guest Will Shortz, editor of the NY Times Crossword. Vocalists Doug Bowles and Gina Marie sing "Cross Word Mama You Puzzle Me (But Papa's Gonna Figure You Out)," "Cross Words Between My Sweetie and Me," and more. Ethan also presents the first known recording of an Argentinian crossword song that loosely translates to the "Horizontal Tango."
2017-07-0226 min
On The Cross with Lucas Murphythe tim northern simplified alphabetLegendary comedian Tim Northern stops by the studio to join Lucas for a Thursday puzzle entitled "Will Shortz'a Favorites". Turns out Will Shortz is kinda an asshole. More talk about breakfast restaurants, Tim's got his own alphabet, and the crossword practically dares you to use a racial slur.
2017-06-191h 38
From Dictatorship to Democracy by SHARP, GeneQNA Trivia Cast 107: The American Crossword Puzzle TournamentThis week: we're LIVE from the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Stamford, CT, with special guest Will Shortz! Live this week from the ACPT in Stamford, Connecticut, Quizzing North America & TriviaNYC present Q&A, a live podcast that takes you to a packed house of quizzers every Saturday night for 31 (well, this week it's 20) questions of great trivia about stuff that matters, or doesn’t. This week, competitive crossword newbie Tony Hightower (@chicobangs) and seasoned cruciverbalist John Chaneski (@chaneski) take you on a boozy ride through 20 questions about crosswords, things reated to crosswords, and things that appear far more often tha...
2017-03-2820 min
Says You! - A Quiz Show for Lovers of Words, Culture, and HistoryNashville, Indiana at The Brown County PlayhouseAn hour of public radio's quintessential quiz show - Comedy with and about words. Host: Dave Zobel Musicians: Busman's Holiday Guest players: Will Murphy (WFIU) and Miah Michaelsen (Deputy Director of Indiana Arts Commission) This week's rounds: Everything Indiana Bluff: invigilate Nothing but Cross Words with Will Shortz Bluff: faff Frankenquotes
2017-03-1050 min
Inside The TimesPuzzle Mania! Will Shortz’s Inside LookPuzzle master, Will Shortz, on Puzzle Mania, a special holiday section this Sunday. Susan Lehman is host.
2016-12-1611 min
UVA LawNew York Times Crossword Editor Will Shortz's Commencement AddressWill Shortz, the New York Times' crossword editor and a 1977 graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, told the Class of 2016 they didn't need his advice — having an education will provide the answers. Student Bar Association President Morgan Lingar '16 introduces Shortz. (University of Virginia School of Law, May 22, 2016)
2016-05-2311 min
Inside The TimesWill Shortz: Everything You Want To Know About Crossword PuzzlesWhat rhymes with orange? Times crossword puzzle editor and self-described “puzzlehead,” Will Shortz answers readers’ questions.
2016-03-0824 min
Inside The TimesWill Shortz: Everything You Want To Know About Crossword PuzzlesWhat rhymes with orange? Times crossword puzzle editor and self-described “puzzlehead,” Will Shortz answers readers’ questions.
2016-03-0824 min
Inside The TimesWill Shortz: Everything You Want To Know About Crossword PuzzlesWhat rhymes with orange? Times crossword puzzle editor and self-described “puzzlehead,” Will Shortz answers readers’ questions.
2016-02-2624 minInside The TimesWill Shortz: Everything You Want To Know About Crossword PuzzlesWhat rhymes with orange? Times crossword puzzle editor and self-described “puzzlehead,” Will Shortz answers readers’ questions.
2016-02-2624 min
We Should Know BetterEp20: Puppy StormThis week, Sky and Kyle compete to get from puzzle to graffiti. Give it a listen! We're not a cult, honest. We're just trying to spread the truth. If you read this free literature and came to a gathering you'd understand.Photos we talk about:13:32 - Will Shortz after the Pleasantville Crossword Tournament benefit event 10-27-06 16:35 - A puzzle without a picture 33:50 - A mural by Haring in Barcelona
2015-03-1700 min
Happy To Be HereComedian Judah Friedlander and puzzlemaster Will ShortzTurns out comedian Judah Friedlander and New York Times Crossword editor Will Shortz both really, really love ping pong. We also talk about Judah's time on 30 Rock, Will's puzzle prowess and hear an intense Lord of the Rings nerd confession.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2014-10-0726 minNerdetteComedian Judah Friedlander and puzzlemaster Will ShortzTurns out comedian Judah Friedlander and New York Times Crossword editor Will Shortz both really, really love ping pong. We also talk about Judah's time on 30 Rock, Will's puzzle prowess and hear an intense Lord of the Rings nerd confession.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2014-10-0726 min
Culture GabfestThe Culture Gabfest: Eat My Shortz EditionSlate critics Stephen Metcalf, John Swansburg, and Julia Turner discuss the new HBO show "Getting On," a Twitter shaming that may have been a hoax, and the 100th anniversary of the crossword puzzle with Will Shortz. Show page at www.slate.com/culturefest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2013-12-0456 min
Friends Forum: A Series for Curious MindsWill Shortz: An Evening with the Puzzle MasterWill Shortz: An Evening with the Puzzle Master was presented September 12, 2013 by the Friends of the University of Minnesota Libraries at Ted Mann Concert Center.
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2013-09-151h 35
Minicasts101116-Will-Shortz-Puzzle-minicast.mp3101116-Will-Shortz-Puzzle-minicast.mp3 by Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett
2012-10-3008 min
A Way with Words - language, linguistics, and callers from all overNPR Puzzlemaster Will Shortz - 16 Nov. 2010This week, a special treat: NPR Puzzlemaster Will Shortz stops by with a quiz about slang and anagrams. Did you know that "A Way with Words" is not produced by NPR or one of the other big radio networks? It's not even produced by a radio station. Our show is produced by a small, nonprofit organization called Wayword, Inc. In the coming year, we hope to bring you even more new episodes. Yep, that's right -- fewer reruns! But we need your help, so please click here and make your tax-deductible contribution today...
2010-11-1609 min
The Art of the MatterThe Art of the Matter - August 28, 2009Will Shortz, Mickey Maurer and Peter Alexander
2010-06-0900 minFill Me InFill Me In #92: ACPT - Here we come! Pre-ACPT interviews with Tyler, Trip, Francis, Dan and Howard, 13 minutes with Will Shortz, a double thunder round, and holy crap, the big weekend is moments away! In the original series of Fill Me In (2008-10) there were rarely (if ever) show notes -- or if there were, they were lost to the blurry mists of time. But seriously, if you're going back to these old chestnuts, do you need show notes? No, you're a die-hard, stop-at-nothing, rabidly fanatical minion who will hungrily consume the glory days through badly recorded annals of Ryan and Brian lore. Your journey...
2010-02-1649 min