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The Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowCan You Really Disappear Online?Is it even possible to disappear from the internet? Wirecutter writer Max Eddy explains how he tried to do it, why it’s so hard, and what steps you can take to take control of the information that’s out there. Plus, some of the surprising sentimental hurdles he had to overcome during this project.   Things we recommend:Find websites that have exposed your email in a data breach: Have I Been PwnedFind google results with your personal information in them: Google’s Results About You toolThe best password manager: 1PasswordThe best data removal service...2025-06-2534 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowOptimize Your ACSummers are getting hotter. First, staff writer Thom Dunn shares expert strategies to keep your home cool, including the features you’ll want to look for in a window AC unit and a simple hack for your ceiling fan that will help beat the heat. Then, we learn all about what heat pumps have to do with keeping cool from senior staff writer Liam McCabe. Plus, everything you need to know about the Midea U recall. Products we recommend: The best budget window AC: Frigidaire FHWW084TE1Weatherizing gear: Frost King Silicone Weatherseal and Fros...2025-06-1837 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowA Price Check on TariffsWe tracked the prices of 40 Wirecutter picks for 60 days to gauge the impact of tariffs. Most prices didn’t increase—but they likely will soon. Deputy editor Annemarie Conte explains why prices haven’t risen dramatically so far, why the cost of goods will likely start rising around Black Friday, and how you should navigate your purchases going forward. We also discuss how to avoid getting slammed with big customs bills when ordering goods online.  Additional reading:We Tracked Prices on 40 Wirecutter Picks for 60 Days. Here’s What We Learned.How to Avoid...2025-06-1718 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowThe Death of Durable AppliancesAppliances don't last as long as they used to—but not for the reasons you probably think. Senior staff writer Rachel Wharton explains why modern fridges, ovens, and other large appliances often won’t last more than a decade. She also reveals the strategies you can use to invest in new appliances that will last you longer.  Additional Reading:Rachel's new article: The Real Reasons Your Appliances Die Young14 Best Refrigerators of 2025The 6 Best Electric Stoves and Ranges of 20257 Tips From Our Microwave Expert  We independently review everything we recom...2025-06-1132 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowAre Red Light Masks Worth It?Red light devices promise a lot—but do they deliver? Wirecutter supervising editor Rory Evans demystifies the science behind them, shares her top picks, and explains who might want to think twice before trying one.Correction: In this episode, we misstated that the irradiance, or power over an area, of red light devices is measured in megawatts per square centimeters. It is measured in milliwatts, not megawatts. Products we recommend:Best red light wand: LightStim for WrinklesBest flexible red light mask: Omnilux MenBest rigid red light mask: Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask 2025-06-0431 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowYou Should Be Traveling with a VPNIf you’re planning on traveling abroad this summer, it might be a good idea to use a VPN when browsing the web. In this bonus episode, staff writer Max Eddy explains what they are, and why they’re beneficial when you’re far from home (and sometimes when you’re not far, too). What we recommend:Top pick: MullvadBest VPN for Travel: IVPNGood free VPNs: ProtonVPN doesn’t limit your data but does limit your locations. TunnelBear limits your data but not your locations.Best password managers: 1Password and Bitwarden. Additional reading:...2025-06-0215 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowBug Repellents That WorkMosquito and tick bites aren’t just annoying–they spread dangerous diseases. In this episode, senior staff writer Doug Mahoney shares proven prevention tips and breaks down the differences between various effective repellents. He also explains why you should avoid certain “natural” repellents, like essential oils and citronella candles, and why bug zappers are bad for the environment.  Products we recommend:Best DEET-based repellent: Cutter Backwoods Dry Insect RepellentBest picaridin-based repellent: Sawyer Products 20% Picaridin Insect RepellentBest insecticide to spray on clothes and shoes: Sawyer Products Permethrin Fabric TreatmentA service to mail in clothing to...2025-05-2832 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowWe Want to Hear from YouHelp us make The Wirecutter Show even better, by filling out the The Wirecutter Show Audience Survey. We promise it's short and sweet.   We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast 2025-05-2300 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowGrill. Baby, GrillOur experts share their time-tested strategies for better grilling. Senior staff writer Lesley Stockton reveals the proper way to clean and oil grates, why it’s probably time to clean your entire grill, and the unexpected tools (like restaurant tongs and a grill basket) that will immediately uplevel your next cookout.Then Sam Sifton, assistant managing editor at The New York Times and co-founder of NYT Cooking, walks us through heat zones, why you should limit food flipping, and his favorite recipes to try this summer. Products we recommend:A superior grill bru...2025-05-2136 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowSunscreen Demystified!Most people misuse sunscreen. In this episode, senior staff health writer Nancy Redd joins us to explain the differences between mineral and chemical types, how you should properly apply any sunscreen, and why many 'reef-safe' sunscreens still harm marine life. Please take a few minutes to fill out The Wirecutter Show Audience Survey. It'll help us make decisions about the future of the show. Thanks!  Products we recommend:Our favorite inexpensive chemical sunscreen: Equate Sport Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Value Size SPF 50A reef-safe physical sunscreen that rubs in easily: Thrive Bod...2025-05-1438 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowSeasonal Allergies Are Getting WorseIt’s not your imagination. Climate change is making seasonal allergy season longer and more intense. New York Times health reporter Nina Agrawal joins us to discuss what to do when the pollen count is high, how to improve your indoor air quality this spring and summer, and the differences between allergy medications.  Products we recommend:A really good air purifier: Coway Airmega AP-1512HH MightyOur favorite upright vacuum: SEBO Felix PremiumOur favorite canister vacuum: SEBO Airbelt K3 Premium Additional Reading: The Wirecutter Show Episode 2: How to Clean the Air...2025-05-1212 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowWhat You Actually Need for a BabyBaby gear editor Kalee Thompson shares her tried-and-true tips for what new parents really need for a newborn (and what to skip), the most helpful gifts for expecting parents, and the gear you can safely buy used. Please take a few minutes to fill out The Wirecutter Show Audience Survey. It'll help us make decisions about the future of the show. Thanks!  Products we recommend:Great baby bouncer:  BabyBjörn Bouncer Balance SoftGood laundry detergent for baby clothes:  Tide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry DetergentCar seats we recommend: Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX; C...2025-05-0737 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowA Memorable Mother's DayMother’s Day doesn’t have to be complicated. Wirecutter staffers share the classic and unexpected gifts that have delighted the mothers in their lives. Products we recommend:Dyson Supersonic Hair DryerRecchiuti Confections Black Box Additional reading:13 Best Boxed Chocolates of 2025 The Best Online Flower Delivery Service of 2025 35 Best Mother’s Day Gifts of 2025   We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited tran...2025-04-3016 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowLevel Up Your Sound SystemSpeakers don’t have to be complicated. Wirecutter senior audio writer Brent Butterworth tells us about some surprising hacks to improve the sound setup you may already have, and affordable speaker upgrades worthy of consideration. Products we recommend: Best ultra-portable bluetooth speaker: JBL Go 4Best budget bluetooth speaker: Tribit StormBox Mini  (sold out)Best bluetooth speaker with solid bass: Fender x Teufel Rockster Go 2Best computer speakers (upgrade pick): JBL Professional 305P MkIIBest passive bookshelf speakers (they’ll need an amp): Polk Signature Elite ES15Best budget bookshelf speakers: Micca MB42X G2Best amp: Wi...2025-04-2335 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowStop Killing Your HouseplantsPlant expert Darryl Cheng, of the popular Instagram account @houseplantjournal, teaches us how to keep those pothos and monsteras alive. He also reveals a few tips from his most recent book, The New Plant Collector, for helping various plants thrive. Then senior staff writer and plant collector Rose Maura Lorre shares her insider secrets for scoring cheap or totally free houseplants. Things We Recommend: Rose likes: Who Gives a Crap 100% Recycled Toilet PaperHow to use your phone as a light meter More from Darryl Cheng: His first book The N...2025-04-1636 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowTariff Shopping ConfusionConcerned about tariffs spiking prices? Wirecutter’s senior tech editor, Caitlin McGarry, explains how new trade policies might affect the cost of Wirecutter-recommended products—at least for now. Additional Reading: Wirecutter's Expert Advice on How to Navigate the New Tariffs  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast 2025-04-1110 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowSimple and Affordable Skin CareSkin care doesn’t have to cost a fortune to be effective. We cover the basics anyone might need in their skin-care regimen, and our favorite drugstore brands that we’ve tested.Guests: Dr. Nikhil Dhingra, board-certified dermatologist at Spring Street Dermatology, and Rory Evans, Wirecutter’s senior beauty writer. Products we recommend:Facial Moisturizers: Vanicream Daily Facial MoisturizerLa Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face MoisturizerCeraVe Moisturizing CreamAugustinus Bader The Rich CreamRetinols:SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0Trader Joe’s Retinol Night SerumVitamin C Serums: SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic...2025-04-0937 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowCleaning Hacks from Wirecutter ExpertsOur staff experts reveal time-tested methods for cleaning the most neglected (and grimy) areas of your home–from greasy ovens to stained patio furniture.  Guests: special projects director Christine Cyr Clisset, editorial director Marguerite Preston, senior writer Doug Mahoney, senior writer Rachel Wharton, staff writer Thom Dunn and senior editor Harry SawyersProducts We Recommend: Dish soap for all kinds of cleaning tasks: Seventh Generation Dish SoapAn abrasive cleaner that comes in handy for lots of tasks: Bar Keepers Friend All-Purpose Cleaner and PolishA good descaling product for coffee machines: Urnex Descaling Powde...2025-04-0233 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowDelete Your Data from 23andMe23andMe, maker of popular DNA test kits, has filed for bankruptcy and is looking for a buyer. Here’s why customers should delete their info before it’s sold.Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Max EddyTo delete your 23andMe data:Log in to your account and select Settings.Scroll to the bottom of the page and select 23andMe data, then View. (Download a copy of your genetic information).Select Delete Data and then Permanently Delete Data.In Settings, you can also opt to have your genetic material destroyed.Navigate to the Research and Product Cons...2025-03-2814 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowThe Art of Stain Removal Part 2In the final part of our stain series, we tackle trickier listener questions–from eliminating fishy odors to whether you can truly remove paint stains. Guest: Senior writer Andrea Barnes Products we recommend:A good stain remover for ink or sugary stains: Amodex Ink & Stain RemoverA good stain remover for cat odors: Nature's MiracleA good way to remove odors from clothes: Downy Rinse & RefreshFor acrylic paint stains, you might try: Dawn PowerwashFor oil paint stains, you can try mineral spiritsA good stain remover for old blood stains: Clorox 2 Stain Remover & Color BrightenerThe best...2025-03-2634 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowThe Art of Stain Removal Part 1In part one of our stain series, we tackle your toughest questions–from reviving dingy whites to rescuing clothes from stubborn oils and baked-on gummy bears.Guest: Wirecutter senior writer Andrea Barnes Products we recommend:The best liquid laundry detergent & a great product for pre-treating stains: Tide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry DetergentThe best powdered laundry detergent (with oxygen bleach)  :Tide Ultra Oxi Powder Laundry DetergentAnother great laundry detergent: ​​Persil Original Liquid Detergent Everyday CleanIf you want an “eco-friendly” detergent or to support a smaller brand, we like: Dirty Labs Free & Clear Bio Laundry Dete...2025-03-1936 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowDon't Be A Digital HoarderDigital hygiene rarely tops spring cleaning lists—but it should. Our tech editor shares how to declutter your phone, and why you need a password manager. Guest: Wirecutter Senior Tech Editor, Caitlin McGarry Products we recommend: The best Password Manager: 1PasswordThe best free Password Manager: BitwardenTwo-Factor Authenticator Apps: Duo Mobile and Google AuthenticatorThe best bluetooth tracker: Apple AirTag Additional Reading: How to Organize and Store Your Phone’s Camera Roll PhotosThe Best External Hard Drive You Don’t Need a New Phone. Here’s How to Make the One Y...2025-03-1229 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowVacuums That Don't SuckYou don’t need to settle for a bad vacuum. Our expert reveals how to pick one that’ll actually make your life easier—and your home a lot cleaner.Guest: Deputy Director, Editorial Operations & Testing Courtney Schley Products we recommend:Best upright vac: SEBO Felix PremiumBudget upright vac: Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352Best canister vac: SEBO Airbelt K3 PremiumAnother canister vac we love: Miele Complete C3 Calima PowerLineBest stick vac: Dyson V12 Detect SlimBest robot vac: Roborock Q5 Max+Budget robot vac: Eufy RoboVac 11S MaxCourtney loves: Cuisinart Chef’s Convection Toaster O...2025-03-0535 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowHow to Survive Daylight Saving TimeIt’s time to turn the clocks forward – but don’t let Daylight Saving Time mess with your health. Here’s our best advice to overcome the time shift ahead. Guest: podcast co-host Caira Blackwell Products we recommend:The best blackout curtains: IKEA Rosenmandel Black-out Curtains or Target Pillowfort Blackout Chambray Cotton Kids’ PanelThe best eye mask: Alaska Bear Natural Silk Sleep MaskThe best sunrise alarm clock: Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light HF3520Caira loves this alarm clock: Hatch Restore 2 Additional Reading: How to Survive Daylight Saving TimeThe Best S...2025-03-0410 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowWhy Is Your Internet So Bad?Our networking pro reveals three dead-simple fixes most people miss for faster internet, plus insider secrets to choosing a better internet plan.Guest: Senior staff writer Joel Santo Domingo Products We RecommendTool to find internet providers in your area: www.broadbandmap.fcc.govLook up your internet speed (upload speeds especially!): www.speedtest.net  or www.fast.com (from Netflix)USB hub for plugging in an ethernet cord to a computer or laptop: Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1)Powerline adapter for better wifi without a cord: TP-Link TL-WPA8631P KitJoel loves: Breville Smart Ov...2025-02-2634 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowYou Deserve Better TowelsOur expert demystifies towel shopping—from plush terry to spa-like waffle—and reveals why that soft store feel is deceptive. Plus care tips to make them last. Guest: Staff senior writer Jackie Reeve  Products We Recommend: Top terry cloth towels: Frontgate Resort Collection Bath TowelBudget terry cloth towels: Threshold Spa Plush TowelUpgrade terry cloth towels: Riley Spa Bath TowelBudget waffle towels: Casaluna Waffle Bath TowelUpgrade waffle towels: Onsen Waffle Bath TowelUpgrade peshtemal towel: Coyuchi Mediterranean Organic Towel Also great (cheaper) peshtemal towel: Huckberry Mediterranean Turkish Towel Jackie loves: Sugoi Mart Japan KitK...2025-02-1934 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowLove Your MattressAn uncomfortable bed can screw up your sleep. We’re covering how to make your current mattress more comfortable–and how to shop for a new one.  Guest: senior writer and podcast co-host Caira Blackwell  Products we recommend: Memory foam mattresses we like: Leesa Original Mattress and Saatva Loom & Leaf (Relaxed Firm)A cheaper memory foam mattress:  Novaform 14″ ComfortGrande Advanced Gel Memory Foam MattressHybrid mattress we like: Leesa Sapira Hybrid MattressA favorite innerspring mattress: Stearns & Foster Estate PT Firm MattressAn innerspring mattress we like (that’s kind of a hybrid): WinkBed (Luxur...2025-02-1236 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowValentine's For AllSkip predictable chocolates and roses this Valentine's Day. Our gift expert shares luxurious ways to delight loved ones—and pamper yourself. Guest: Staff writer Samantha Schoech Products we recommend:Sparkly Socks: Calzedonia Soft SoxSilk hair accessories: Lilysilk Perfect Silk Beauty Set For HairA simple gold chain: Laura Lombardi Mini Omega ChainFancy chocolates Recchiuti XOXO Box 16pcFlowers: UrbanStemsFancy cookies: Eugénie cookiesPaper flower bouquet: Unwilted Single Stems Additional ReadingThe 33 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her 202532 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him in 2025 24 Best Last-Minute Valentine’s...2025-02-1014 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowTell Us About Your Worst Stain!We are working on a new episode about laundry—specifically, those stains that never seem to come out—and we need your help!  Record a voice memo on your phone and tell us about the most irritating stain you’ve battled. How did you get it? What was the culprit? What did it stain? And what did you use to try and get it out?Try and keep it under two minutes and don’t forget to tell us your first name and where you’re calling from!Email your voice memo to thewirecutt...2025-02-0600 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowThe Lube EpisodePersonal lubricants make sex more fun–but not all of them are created equal. We’re covering how to find ones you’ll love and the ingredients to avoid. Guest: Wirecutter writer Bianca Alba  Products we recommend: Best water-based lube:  Aloe Cadabra Natural AloeBest thinner water-based lube: Coconu Water BasedBest silicone lube: ÜberlubeBest hybrid lube: Sliquid SilkBest oil-based lube: Coconu Oil BasedBianca recommends: Vuvla-shaped candle mold Additional reading :The 6 Best Personal Lubricants of 2025The 5 Best Vibrators of 2025 The Best Anal Toys How to Clean Sex Toys   W...2025-02-0527 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowPack Your Bags!The right luggage can make traveling easier. We share expert tips for choosing between hard and soft shells, carry-on or checked bags, plus pro packing hacks. Guest: Wirecutter senior staff writer Kit Dillon Products we recommend: The best soft-sided carry-on bag: Travelpro Platinum Elite 21″ Carry-On SpinnerThe best hard-sided carry-on bag: Away The Carry-OnThe upgrade pick carry-on: Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential 22″ Carry-On Expandable SpinnerA travel backpack we love: Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack Del DiaThe best duffel bag:  Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 70LThe best packing cubes: Eagle Creek Pack-It Reveal Cube SetKit r...2025-01-2935 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowStrength Training Is for EveryoneStrength training might seem intimidating, but it’s also key for living a long, healthy life. We cover how to start and the simple at-home gear that’ll help. Guests: Wirecutter supervising editor Ingrid Skjong and Wirecutter fitness writer Seth Berkman Products we recommend: Best yoga mat: JadeYoga Harmony MatBest kettlebell: Rep Fitness KettlebellBest adjustable dumbbell set: Core Home Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell SetBest pull-up bar: Ultimate Body Press Elevated XL Doorway Pull-Up BarBest resistance bands: Bodylastics Stackable Tube Resistance Bands (5 Bands Pro Series Set) and Serious Steel Assisted Pull-Up, Resistance, and Stretch...2025-01-2241 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowDishwasher Disputes, SettledDishwashers make life easier—but most people don’t use them quite right. This episode, we’re diving deep into how you can get yours to wash dishes even better.  Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Andrea Barnes Products we recommend:The best dishwasher detergent: Cascade Free & Clear ActionPacsWhat to use to clean your dishwasher: Affresh or citric acidRinse aids to consider: Ecover or Finish Jet DryThe best dishwasher: Miele G5008Andrea loves: The League of Kitchens Cookbook Additional reading:The 4 Best Dishwasher Detergents of 2024 How to Clean Your Dishwa...2025-01-1539 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowTormented by Our PrintersMost printers suck. This week we crack the code on how to buy one you might actually like, and reveal the secrets to saving cash on ink and toner.  Guest: Wirecutter supervising editor Ben Keough  Products we recommend:Basic B&W laser printer we recommend: Brother Wireless HL-L2460DWOnline photo printing we recommend: Nations Photo LabBen’s new/used camera: Nikon F3 Additional Reading:Why All Printers Suck (Even the Best Ones)The 4 Best Home Printers of 2024The 4 Best All-in-One Printers of 2024The 3 Best Photo Printers of 2024...2025-01-0833 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowDrink Less and ProsperIt’s Dry January—but non-alcoholic cocktails needn’t be sad. We’re discussing the health risks of alcohol and how to build out a delicious buzz-free bar cart. Guests: NYT reporter Dana G. Smith and Wirecutter editor Marguerite Preston  Products we recommend: A gin-like alternative: Pentire AdriftSt. Agrestis Non-Alcoholic Phony NegroniA bitter Amaro-like favorite: The PathfinderRosie enjoys mixing this with Pathfinder: Uncle Waithley’s Vincy BrewLess bitter options: Curious No. 2  and Casamara SuperclasicoGreat for your NA Bar Cart: Bitter Queens Essential Bitters Variety Pack and Luxardo Original Maraschino CherriesMarguerite loves: Onyx Cof...2025-01-0140 minHard ForkHard ForkThe Wirecutter Show: Kitchen Gear That Lasts a Lifetime (or Extremely Close)Happy Holidays, everybody! We are off this week, but we wanted to bring you a recent episode from another New York Times podcast: The Wirecutter Show. It’s called “Kitchen Gear That Lasts a Lifetime (or Extremely Close)” and features Michael Sullivan, one of the senior staff writers on Wirecutter’s kitchen team. Michael walks through tips and tricks for finding kitchen gear that will last, what’s worth spending money on, what you can buy used and how to make cast iron last a lifetime. We want to hear from you. Email us at hardfork@ny...2024-12-2741 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowA Few of Our Favorite (Wirecutter) ThingsFrom a space heater that saves a marriage to sunscreen that saves a surfer’s skin, Wirecutter’s staff opens up about the best things they bought in 2024. Guests: We heard voicemails from Wirecutter staffers including Mel Plaut, Ingela Amundson, Annemarie Conte, Jackie Reeve, Brent Butterworth, Katie Okamoto, Zoe Vanderweide, Liam McCabe, Elissa Sanci, Alex Aciman, Kathleen Squires, Julia Bush, Claire Wilcox,  Jon Chase,  Lauren Dragan, and Dorie Chevlan.  Products We Recommend: Mel Plaut likes: Vornado AVH10 space heaterIngela Amundson likes: Sterilite Stacking Laundry BasketAnnemarie Conte likes: Garmin Forerunner 165 watchJackie Reeve like...2024-12-2533 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowFireproof Your HomeHomes burn crazy fast these days. Are you prepared? We’re covering everything you need, from the newest smoke alarms to the right fire extinguishers.  Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Doug Mahoney and senior editor for smart home coverage Jon Chase  Additional reading: The 4 Best Basic Smoke Alarms of 2024 The 2 Best Smart Smoke Alarms of 2024 The Best Fire ExtinguisherThe Best Fire Escape Ladder UL video of room burning test: New Comparison of Natural and Synthetic Home Furnishings Products we recommend: The best smoke alarm: First Alert SM500V Inter...2024-12-1841 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowGifts for the Hard-to-PleaseWe’re fielding listener questions with pro tips for delighting picky friends, impossible relatives, and other challenging recipients on your holiday list.Guest:  Staff writer Samantha Schoech Products we recommend:Beautiful Utilitarian Upgrades:Brushed Stainless Steel French PressRough Linen RobePersonalized Gifts: Handwriting Cuff braceletPersonalized retro view finderCustomizable drinking straw Experiential Gifts: Teas to try togetherBokksu Japanese Snack BoxGreat for Dads: Yeti CoolerLL Bean Wicked Good SlippersDigital gifts that don’t clutter: MasterClass subscriptionLibro FM  audiobook subscriptionMet Opera subscriptionBritBox British movies and T...2024-12-1130 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowFinding Affordable GiftsThis week, we dive into our gift team’s best-in-class tips for finding awesome affordable gifts for everyone on your list. Guest: Wirecutter editor Hannah Morrill Additional ReadingThe 45 Best Gifts for Teens in 2024 43 Best Gifts for Frequent Travelers of 2024 25 Best Gifts for Plant Lovers of 2024 The 39 Absolute Best White Elephant Gifts Under $2531 Best Secret Santa Gifts of 2024 50 Wirecutter-Approved Stocking Stuffers for Adults Products We RecommendGreat value:Baggu Small Cloud Carry-On Playing with shape & size:Bonilla a La Vista Potato Chi...2024-12-0438 minThe DailyThe DailyFrom Wirecutter: Don't Get Swindled on Black FridayMost of the deals you’ll see for Black Friday and Cyber Week aren’t worth your time. This week, we reveal how to actually get a deal that’s worth your money.To listen to more episodes, please search for The Wirecutter Show wherever you get your podcasts. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.2024-11-2928 minThe DailyThe DailyFrom Wirecutter: Don't Get Swindled on Black FridayMost of the deals you’ll see for Black Friday and Cyber Week aren’t worth your time. This week, we reveal how to actually get a deal that’s worth your money.To listen to more episodes, please search for The Wirecutter Show wherever you get your podcasts. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.2024-11-2900 minDeborah Lebree\'s podcastDeborah Lebree's podcastFrom Wirecutter: Don't Get Swindled on Black FridayMost of the deals you’ll see for Black Friday and Cyber Week aren’t worth your time. This week, we reveal how to actually get a deal that’s worth your money.To listen to more episodes, please search for The Wirecutter Show wherever you get your podcasts. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.2024-11-2930 minThe DailyThe DailyFrom Wirecutter: Don't Get Swindled on Black FridayMost of the deals you’ll see for Black Friday and Cyber Week aren’t worth your time. This week, we reveal how to actually get a deal that’s worth your money.To listen to more episodes, please search for The Wirecutter Show wherever you get your podcasts. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.2024-11-2927 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowDon't Get Swindled on Black FridayMost of the deals you’ll see for Black Friday and Cyber Week aren’t worth your time. This week, we reveal how to actually get a deal that’s worth your money. Guest: Wirecutter senior deals editor Nathan Burrow  Products we recommend:The best bluetooth speaker: Bluetooth Speaker: Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4Nathan Recommends: Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO  Additional reading links:Best Black Friday Deals 2024Daily Deals - WirecutterWirecutter Deals, Explained  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, w...2024-11-2926 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowLast-Minute Thanksgiving TipsThanksgiving is (almost) here, and this week Wirecutter experts share their best last-minute tips to make your holiday a success. Guests: Wirecutter staffers Hannah Morrill, Rose Lorre, Lee Neikirk, Lauren Dragan, Ellen Airhart, James Austin, Phil Ryan, Michael Sullivan, Ben Frumin Products we recommend: Graza Sizzle Extra Virgin Olive OilTaza Mexican-Style Chocolate SamplerTony’s Chocolonely Super Milk BundleBananagramsTide PenKorky 99-4A Max Performance PlungerPodcasts that are great for familiesWow in the worldBrains OnOnce Upon a BeatRadiolab for Kids 99% Invisible The Good WhaleAudiobooks for familiesMouse...2024-11-2738 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowLet's Go To Butter SchoolFew ingredients are as loved (and villainized) as butter. We discuss how to pick a great butter, and the best ones for eating, cooking, and baking.  Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Lesley Stockton Additional Reading: The 7 Best Butters of 2024The Best Vegan ButterProducts We Recommend: Kerrygold Salted ButterIsigny Ste Mère Salted ButterFinlandia Imported Salted Butter BarKirkland Signature Grass-Fed Butter SaltedKirkland Signature Butter Unsalted   We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›2024-11-2037 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowHow to Ace ThanksgivingNYT’s Sam Sifton and Wirecutter's Lesley Stockton reveal their pro tips for Thanksgiving success—from menu planning and hosting to the essential kitchen gear.Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Lesley Stockton and assistant managing editor of The New York Times Sam SiftonAdditional Reading: Thanksgiving: How to Cook It Well by Sam SiftonThe Best Roasting PanThe Best Instant Read ThermometerThe Best Chef’s KnifeThe Best Gas GrillsThe Best Gas Grill Tools  Products We Recommend: The best chef’s knife: Mac MTH-80The best instant-read thermometer: ThermoWorks ThermoPop 2  We inde...2024-11-1340 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowSolving the Problem of Weeknight DinnerMaking dinner every night can be a challenge. This week, we talk with Emily Weinstein, of New York Times Cooking, about how to overcome the monotony. Additional Reading: Easy Weeknight Dinners 100 Fast, Flavor-Packed Meals for Busy People Who Still Want Something Good to Eat by Emily Weinstein and New York Times CookingWhen You Love To Cook But Also Have a Kid, Embrace the MicrowaveThe Best Sheet PansThe Best Air Fryer Best Electric Pressure CookerBest Slow Cooker  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a comm...2024-11-0635 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowTraveling With PetsMany people unknowingly put their pet in danger while driving or flying. This week, we talk about how to keep your furry friends safe and calm when traveling. Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Mel Plaut  Additional Reading: The 6 Best Travel Carriers for Cats and Small Dogs of 2024Flying With Your Cat or (Small) DogThe 7 Best Multi-Tools of 2024Products We Recommend: SturdiBag Pro 2.0Feliway Travel SprayPeepeego Non-Slip Dog PadMel loves: Leatherman Skeletool CX and Leatherman Signal  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our li...2024-10-3041 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowLife is Too LoudMillions of Americans are exposed to unhealthy levels of noise every day. This episode we discuss how to tell if you’re at risk of hearing loss and what to do about it.  Guest: Wirecutter senior writer Lauren Dragan Additional Reading: The 4 Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones of 2024 The Best Sleep Headphones (But We Hoped for Better)The 3 Best Earplugs for Concerts of 2024 The 5 Best Kids Headphones of 2024The 4 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds of 2024 Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Kids Is a Growing Problem. Here’s How to Protect Little Ears. Products W...2024-10-2339 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowKitchen Gear That Lasts A Lifetime (Or Extremely Close)Quality kitchen gear can last a lifetime–but not every pot, pan, or knife is made to last. This week, we discuss how to invest in durable cookware and tools. Guest: Wirecutter kitchen staff writer, Michael Sullivan  Additional Reading: How to Clean and Season Cast-Iron CookwareHow to Clean and Care for Wood Cutting BoardsThe Best Flatware of 2024 The 2 Best Toasters of 2024 Products We Recommend: Best Cast Iron: Lodge Chef Collection 12-Inch Cast Iron SkilletBest Dutch Oven: Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch OvenDutch Oven upgrade pick:Le Creuse...2024-10-1639 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowHow To Win the War Against MiceIn the fall, rodents move indoors, seeking warmth and food. We discuss how to keep these critters out of your home and how to vanquish an infestation.  Guest: Wirecutter senior staff writer, Doug Mahoney  Additional Reading: The 4 Best Mousetraps of 2024How a Bag of Dead Rats Proved the Terro Garbage Guard Really Works  Products We Recommend: Best Mousetrap: Tomcat Press ’N Set Mouse TrapRunner Up: Victor M393 Power-Kill Mouse Traps For when you need a LOT of mousetraps: Victor Easy Set Mouse TrapDoug recommends: Pleasant Hill MacIntosh F...2024-10-0935 minExperience ActionExperience ActionCX Pulse Check - October 2024This is your October CX Pulse Check. Once a month, we check in to find out what's happening in the world of customer experience and discuss ideas and insights customer experience leaders can learn from.In this episode, Jeannie Walters is joined by special co-host Rohit Bhargava, Founder & Chief Trend Curator at Non-Obvious Company. We dissect the evolving retail landscape and examine why major players like Walmart are pushing holiday shopping earlier each year. We also delve into language tactics businesses employ, such as using terms like "inflation-free options" to entice shoppers.Exploring...2024-10-0831 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowWe Need Your Stories About Hard-To-Please GifteesThe Wirecutter Show is planning a special episode for the holidays and we need your help! Send  a voice memo to us at thewirecuttershow@wirecutter.com about your hardest-to-shop-for gift recipients! Let us know: your name and where you're calling in from who your hard-to-please gift recipient is what makes them hard to shop forwhat they like & don't likeWe'll play your stories on the show for an expert from Wirecutter's gifting team and see if we can stump them! No matter what, you'll walk away with some great gifting advice. Record a voice...2024-10-0801 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowThe Vibrator EpisodeBuying a vibrator can be tricky without a great recommendation. This week, we discuss why vibrators are still so taboo—and how to pick one you’ll love. Guest: Wirecutter writer Bianca Alba  Additional Reading: The Best VibratorsThe 6 Best Personal Lubricants of 2024 How to Clean Sex Toys Products We Recommend: The Classic Wand style: Magic Wand RechargeableThe Classic Wand style, but corded: Magic Wand PlusAffordable and versatile: Satisfyer Purple PleasureFor suction and vibration: Dame AerFor precise stimulation: Lelo DotBianca Recommends: Beast Blender for single serve smoothies  ...2024-10-0237 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowCan We Stop Eating Microplastics?This week, we discuss microplastics (the small pieces of plastic that shed off many products), how they may impact your health, and how to mitigate exposure.  Guest: Wirecutter's sustainability editor, Katie Okamoto Additional Reading:Microplastics Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Avoid Eating Them.The Best Water Filter Pitcher and DispenserThe Best Under-Sink Water Filter Products We Recommend: Pitcher Filter: Brita Standard Everyday PitcherUnder Sink Filter: Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max FlowGlass Food Containers: Pyrex Simply Store 9-Pack Mixed Sized Glass Food Storage SetKatie Recommends: Yoga Tune Up Therapy...2024-09-2533 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowDon't Panic, But Do Prepare For An EmergencyA natural disaster can happen to anyone, at any time. Are you prepared? Here’s our best advice on what to have on hand. Guest: Wirecutter senior editor Harry Sawyers Additional Reading:The Best Emergency Preparedness SuppliesHow to Clean a Flooded BasementEverything I Did to Flood-Proof My Old House The Best Hurricane Preparedness Supplies and Strategies for 2024The Best Gear for Your Bug-Out Bag Products We Recommend: Best rigid water container: Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7-GallonBest flashlight: ThruNite Archer 2A V3Best floating solar lantern: LuminAid Titan 2-in-1 Power L...2024-09-1840 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowMythbusting BedsheetsWe’re getting nerdy about sheets–why you might be unhappy with your current set, how to pick ones you’ll actually love, and the marketing scams to avoid. Guest: Wirecutter senior staff writer Jackie Reeve Additional Reading:The Best SheetsThe Best Cotton SheetsThe Joy (and Anxiety) of Sleeping on $2,000 SheetsBest Linen SheetsBest Flannel SheetsWhat Is the Best Thread Count for Sheets?Should You Spring For Egyptian Cotton Sheets? Products we recommend: 280-Thread-Count Pima Cotton Percale SheetsJCPenney's Wrinkle Guard’s 400 Thread Count Sateen SheetsL.L.Bean Ultrasoft Co...2024-09-1143 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowIs It Time To Get Your Kid a Phone?What you need to know before giving your kid a phone, plus the Wirecutter-tested trackers, smartwatches, and phones to consider. Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Ellen Lee &  Dr. Devorah Heitner Additional Reading:The Best First Phones for KidsThe Best Smartwatches for KidsThe Best Parental Control Apps to Manage Screen Time (and Keep Your Kid Safer Online)Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World  by Dr. Devorah HeitnerGrowing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World by Dr. Devorah Heitner Products we recommend:App...2024-09-0441 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowCreative Ways to Waste Less FoodExpert tips to waste less food — and save on your grocery bill — from Wirecutter kitchen editor Marilyn Ong and New York Times Cooking deputy editor Genevieve Ko.  Additional Reading Best Food Storage ContainersBest Dry Food Storage ContainersThe Best Vacuum SealerKitchen Compost Bins We Love Products We RecommendRubbermaid Brilliance Pantry Food Storage ContainersAnova Precision Vacuum Sealer ProCuisinart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with Lids  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on...2024-08-2834 minThe DailyThe DailyIntroducing ‘The Wirecutter Show’In the very first episode of The Wirecutter Show, which launched on Aug. 21, the team goes deep on laundry—what you’re probably doing wrong, how to actually pretreat stains, and the tips and tricks to make it all easier.Find more episodes wherever you get your podcasts. And follow The Wirecutter Show to get new episodes right away. 2024-08-2540 minThe DailyThe DailyIntroducing ‘The Wirecutter Show’In the very first episode of The Wirecutter Show, which launched on Aug. 21, the team goes deep on laundry—what you’re probably doing wrong, how to actually pretreat stains, and the tips and tricks to make it all easier.Find more episodes wherever you get your podcasts. And follow The Wirecutter Show to get new episodes right away. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.2024-08-2541 minThe DailyThe DailyIntroducing ‘The Wirecutter Show’In the very first episode of The Wirecutter Show, which launched on Aug. 21, the team goes deep on laundry—what you’re probably doing wrong, how to actually pretreat stains, and the tips and tricks to make it all easier.Find more episodes wherever you get your podcasts. And follow The Wirecutter Show to get new episodes right away.2024-08-2500 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowHow to Clean The Air You BreatheOur best-in-class advice to breathing a little easier.  Guest: Wirecutter Senior staff writer Tim Heffernan Additional ReadingThe Best Air Purifier The $650 LifeStraw Max Water Filter Can Save You From Contaminated WaterHow Can I Clear My Air of Wildfire Smoke?How to DIY An Air Purifier Products We RecommendCoway Airmega AP-1512HH MightyLifeStraw MaxKnipex Carpenters’ End Cut Pliers  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us o...2024-08-2138 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowThe Secret To Better LaundryWe’re going deep on laundry—what you’re probably doing wrong, how to actually pretreat stains, and the tips and tricks to make it all easier.  Guest: Wirecutter Staff Writer, Andrea Barnes  Additional Reading The Best Laundry DetergentSo You Stained Your Shirt? Now WhatThe Best Stain RemoversThe Best Detergent for Hand-Washing ClothesThis Steamy Grill Brush Makes Me Excited to Clean My Grill Products We RecommendTide Ultra Oxi Powder Laundry DetergentTide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry DetergentDirty Labs Free & Clear Bio Laundry DetergentAmodex Ink & Stain RemoverRestoration Fabric Clean...2024-08-2138 minThe Podcast Weekly BriefThe Podcast Weekly BriefThe Wirecutter Show Launch, NYT Audio App Insights, and Sinclair's Sports Podcast ExpansionMichelle welcomes listeners to the latest episode of Michelle's Podcast News. She begins with an overview of The New York Times' podcast initiatives, focusing on The Wirecutter Show. Michelle details the show's launch, its co-hosts, and episode themes. She mentions the episode's sponsor, Polestar, before discussing the NYT Audio app's performance and Wirecutter's business strategies. The episode covers Wirecutter's growth, its acquisition by The Times, and its strategic role. Michelle explores the impact of generative AI on content creation and Sinclair's podcast expansion into sports. She also delves into science communication through podcasts, offering insights and tips for enhancing scientific...2024-08-1512 minThe Wirecutter ShowThe Wirecutter ShowIntroducing: The Wirecutter ShowOur new podcast aims to solve your everyday problems, with life-changing tips, tricks and product recommendations from Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists. Find out more at nytimes.com/wirecutter. We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast 2024-08-1401 minCoffee with a JournalistCoffee with a JournalistNathan Burrow, Wirecutter (The New York Times)Nathan Burrow is the senior deals editor at Wirecutter, the product reviews and recommendations department of The New York Times. During the episode, Nathan discusses how Wirecutter identifies and recommends the best products on the market, his goal to always serve his readers in his coverage, ways to craft a winning subject line, and more.2024-08-0621 minCoffee with a JournalistCoffee with a JournalistNathan Burrow, Wirecutter (The New York Times)Nathan Burrow is the senior deals editor at Wirecutter, the product reviews and recommendations department of The New York Times. During the episode, Nathan discusses how Wirecutter identifies and recommends the best products on the market, his goal to always serve his readers in his coverage, ways to craft a winning subject line, and more.2024-08-0621 minNaavik Gaming PodcastNaavik Gaming PodcastNew York Times Games, From Strength to StrengthThe New York Times is one of the world’s most recognized newspapers and has been in circulation since 1851. With 10 million subscribers, the Times has a huge audience and an even larger cultural impact. But the Gray Lady isn’t content to just rest on her laurels and focus on news - other verticals in which the Times operates are product reviews (The Wirecutter), sports (through their 2022 acquisition of The Athletic), cooking, and, of course, games. In addition to their home-grown casual titles, the Times famously acquired viral sensation Wordle in early 2022 and since then has launched hit games Conn...2024-06-0446 minPerformance Marketing SpotlightPerformance Marketing SpotlightEpisode #19 with Leilani Han from New York Times WirecutterIn this episode, our host Marshall Nyman is joined by Leilani Hani, executive director of commerce at New York Times Wirecutter. Leilani shares her journey in the performance marketing space, starting from her early experiences with startups to her significant roles at CJ and eventually transitioning to the publisher side at Wirecutter. Through candid insights, she details the meticulous process behind Wirecutter's product reviews and offers valuable advice for brands and agencies looking to partner with them. Tune in to discover the secrets of successfully working with Wirecutter and gain a deep understanding of the thriving commerce content landscape.2024-02-2023 minMarketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing TipsMarketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing TipsNew York Times' Sneaky $100M Side Business, How a 110-year-old company grew its sales from $73 to $750 million, and How CEOs Can Ruin Your BusinessIn episode #2663, we discuss how the newspaper's acquisition of Wirecutter transformed the affiliate site, resulting in the generation of millions in revenue. Additionally, we explore how Stanley Cups experienced a growth from $73 million to $750 million in sales by targeting a new audience. The conversation delves into the importance of founder involvement and vision in scaling a business, citing examples such as Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and Satya Nadella. Tune in for insights on audience expansion and the role of CEOs at different stages of a company's growth.   Don’t forget to help us grow by sub...2024-01-2512 minMarketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing TipsMarketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing TipsThe Anatomy of New York Times' RevenueIn episode #2624, We discuss the breakdown of the New York Times' revenue. We highlight the significant role of affiliate marketing in generating income for the company, with Wirecutter affiliate commissions estimated to bring in at least $6 million per month. The New York Times has successfully transitioned into a digital subscription media company, boasting over 10 million subscribers. The company's strong brand, diverse revenue sources, and focus on high-quality content have contributed to its success.Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube!Check out more of...2023-12-0207 minNiche Pursuits Podcast: Find Your Next \Niche Pursuits Podcast: Find Your Next "Niche" Business Idea!More Google Updates, The Verge and AI, Feedback for Google, and Wirecutter Making $6 Million/mth Welcome back to another episode of the Niche Pursuits News Podcast, where Spencer and Jared cover all the latest relating to SEO, digital marketing, affiliate marketing, and website creation and break it down into bite-size pieces for listeners.  Spencer and Jared kick things off by talking about how the November Core Update was rolled out about a week ago. Spencer reveals how Niche Pursuits has fared thus far and Jared talks about how site owners he’s in contact with have been affected by Google’s latest update.  Did most w...2023-11-101h 06StartUp Health NOW PodcastStartUp Health NOW Podcast10-Year Overnight Success: UnaliWear Tops Wirecutter List of Medical Alert SystemsWe’re back with a new season of the StartUp Health NOW podcast! This week we’re chatting with Richard Hirsch from UnaliWear. UnaliWear, under the guidance of CEO & Founder Jean Anne Booth, is a long-time StartUp Health community member that is changing the game in medical alerts for seniors. UnaliWear built the voice-first Kanega watch that provides discreet support for falls, medication reminders, and a guard against wandering – and allows seniors to call for help if they need it. It gives seniors independence without making them wear a stigmatizing alert button around their necks. And, now, after years of other...2023-09-1429 minDildo WhispererDildo WhispererWireCutter's Best Vibrator ListThis episode was inspired by a Dear Dildo Whisperer question. Tune in to find out what the Dildo Whisperer thinks of a recent article in the New York Times WireCutter. Plus, you will find out where Ajay has been hiding!  Send the us your sex and relationship questions and maybe you will inspire the next episode of The Dildo Whisperer. We have two ways to reach the show. You can call into our show at 844-695-2766 or you can email us at Askthedw@gmail.com. Follow us on social media @dildowhisperer The D...2023-08-2336 minDesign BetterDesign BetterGeorg Petschnigg: Product design and storytelling at The New York TimesSubscribe to the Design Better Podcast on Substack to get episodes a week early and other bonus content: https://designbetterpodcast.com/Show notes: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/georg-petschnigg-product-design-and#details***The New York Times has gone through many challenges and evolutions during its storied history. Founded in 1851—when it was called the New-York Daily Times—it faced draft riots during the Civil War, received the first telegraph transmission from a naval battle in 1904, and was involved in libel suits in the 1960’s that helped establish freedom of the press through the US Suprem...2023-07-2554 minThe Digiday PodcastThe Digiday PodcastHow Wirecutter’s social strategy led to increased Prime Day affiliate revenueThis year’s Amazon Prime Day was a boon for many commerce publishers’ affiliate revenue streams.Take Wirecutter, for instance, which saw order revenue and overall earnings for Prime Day sales increase by “high double-digits” year over year, according to Leilani Han, executive director of commerce at The New York Times’s Wirecutter, on the latest episode of the Digiday Podcast. While Han declined to share exact growth rates or revenue figures, she did say that this surpassed expectations for the two-day shopping event that took place July 11-12.Growth this year can be partially credited t...2023-07-2553 minTime For A Reset Marketing Podcast: Insights from Global Brand MarketersTime For A Reset Marketing Podcast: Insights from Global Brand MarketersEpisode 53 - How The New York Times Successfully Pivoted to Subscription-based Business at Scale. Amy Weisenbach, NYTIn this episode of the Time for a Reset podcast, Paul Frampton is joined by Amy Weisenbach, SVP and Head of Marketing at The New York Times. The conversation cuts across multiple marketing touchpoints, including NYT pivoting to a paid subscription model, the role of marketing in driving business growth and building brand value, and marketing strategies in a headwind environment. Amy also touches on the hot topic of marketing’s role in ensuring identity and data privacy and offers valuable advice for young marketing professionals.  You can also get an excellent overview of the main highlights and...2023-05-1929 minThe Wise ExitThe Wise ExitHow A Hulk Hogan Lawsuit Launched A Career in M&A | Greg LopezE28: On today's episode of the Cashing Out podcast we speak to Greg Lopez, a very experienced operator and entrepreneur with a deep financial and accounting background.Greg’s superpower is clearly his financial expertise - so, you'll hear his warnings for CEOs who need to better manage businesses around cash flow instead of the P&L. We discuss how buyers and sellers clash over net working capital adjustments, which is one of the most contested issues in M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) transactions. You'll learn how Greg believes that M&A is the ultimate sa...2023-03-2950 minNaavik Gaming PodcastNaavik Gaming PodcastJonathan Knight: The New York Times Games Strategy The New York Times is one of the world’s most recognized and respected newspapers, and has been in circulation since 1851. With almost 10 million subscribers (of which 8.6 million are digital-only), the Times has a huge audience and an even larger cultural impact. But the Gray Lady isn’t content to just rest on her laurels and focus on news - other verticals in which the Times operates are product reviews (The Wirecutter), sports (through their 2022 acquisition of The Athletic), cooking and, of course, games. In addition to their 7 home-grown casual titles, the Times of course famously acquired viral sensation Wordl...2023-03-0757 minThe Martha Stewart PodcastThe Martha Stewart PodcastShopping with WirecutterMartha is endlessly on the hunt for the very best products that make daily living better. So it's no surprise that she took notice of Wirecutter, the product review site on The New York Times website. Just in time to help inform holiday shopping, Martha sits down with Wirecutter Deputy Editors Christine Cyr Clisset and Jason Chen. Martha wants to know: can we trust Wirecutter reviews? should we buy an instapot? what led to a spike in searches for bidets? Listen here to learn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-12-1457 minAffiliate marketing podcast | Bliv en bedre affiliate og tjen flere penge onlineAffiliate marketing podcast | Bliv en bedre affiliate og tjen flere penge onlineWirecutter – Verdens bedste affiliate site En af måderne at blive en bedre affiliate på er ved at kigge på, hvad de dygtigste gør. I dagens episode kigger Anders og Mikael på Wirecutter, som er verdens (måske) bedste affiliateside. I hvert fald gør de mange ting rigtig godt, og der er meget af lære af den måde, de griber tingene an på. Lyd til tekstversion: Godmorgen Anders. Godmorgen Michael. I dagens podcast, der skal vi tale om verdens måske bedste affiliate-site. Ligesom verdens måske bedste øl, eller hvad de...2022-11-2918 minMarketers.dk BlogMarketers.dk BlogWirecutter – Verdens bedste affiliate site En af måderne at blive en bedre affiliate på er ved at kigge på, hvad de dygtigste gør. I dagens episode kigger Anders og Mikael på Wirecutter, som er verdens (måske) bedste affiliateside. I hvert fald gør de mange ting rigtig godt, og der er meget af lære af den måde, de griber tingene an på. Lyd til tekstversion: Godmorgen Anders. Godmorgen Michael. I dagens podcast, der skal vi tale om verdens måske bedste affiliate-site. Ligesom verdens måske bedste øl, eller hvad de...2022-11-2918 minLenny\'s Podcast: Product | Growth | CareerLenny's Podcast: Product | Growth | CareerAn inside look at how the New York Times builds product | Alex Hardiman (CPO at The New York Times)Alex Hardiman is Chief Product Officer at the New York Times, where she oversees the company’s news, cooking, games, audio and advertising products. Previously, Alex was Chief Business & Product Officer at The Atlantic, and before that she was Head of News Products at Facebook. We discuss how engineers and product people work with writers to create impactful stories, how teams build the incredible visualizations and experiences for NYTimes.com, how product teams are structured within the New York Times, and the good and bad about working at a company like the New York Times versus a FAANG tech co...2022-11-131h 07How I Built This with Guy RazHow I Built This with Guy RazWirecutter: Brian LamWhen Brian Lam walked away from a high-profile job at Gizmodo to launch a product review blog, he had no plan for how it would make money. He just knew what he wanted: a user-friendly site with reviews that could be read in a few minutes, with the best products clearly listed, all backed up by meticulous research. But when he launched The Wirecutter in 2011, Brian’s business partners worried that the site’s posts were too brief and too infrequent to build an audience on the web, where clickbait was king. Eventually, Brian’s targeted approach paid off; users t...2022-10-101h 09The Sidebar by NYABJThe Sidebar by NYABJLIVE: The Beauty of Fashion JournalismHave you dreamt of reporting on fashion and lifestyle? Did the looks worn at the Essence Festival in New Orleans this past weekend inspire you? This episode is for you! JAMÉ JACKSON (Fashion and Beauty Creator Manager at Linkedin and Founder of TheBlondeMisfit.com) leads this talk with four women making moves in this lane: KAITLYN WELLS (Pets & Style Reporter at Wirecutter), CHARELL STAR (On Air Host and Correspondent), MARJON CARLOS (Freelance Beauty Reporter and Host of "Your Favorite Auntie") and CHELSEA HALL (Fashion and Beauty Writer). // The opinions heard in this episode belong to the individuals who expressed them, a...2022-07-071h 04Search Engine Roundtable PodcastSearch Engine Roundtable PodcastJaimie Clark and Jon Clark from Razorfish to New York Time’s Wirecutter & Centerfield & Microsoft & NBC UniversalJaimie and Jon Clark came for a visit and we all spoke SEO and a lot more. Jaimie Clark is the VP of SEO at Centerfield, she was previously the Head of SEO at Wirecutter, a New York Times company. Jon Clark runs his own firm, Moving Traffic Media and was previously an SEO at some large companies. In part one, I pinned Jaimie versus Jon in an SEO challenge - guess who won... Jaimie and Jon met while doing SEO at Razorfish, so they are one of the few SEOs that met while on the job...2022-07-0524 minProfitable Performance MarketingProfitable Performance MarketingCommerce Content and Working With Wirecutter with Leilani HanLeilani Han is the Executive Director, Commerce of Wirecutter, a division of the New York Times. Her career path is rather unique: she started out working for several start-ups where she was exposed to affiliate marketing, then found herself at a top tier network, Commission Junction, and then went on to work at Wirecutter. She's seen the industry from multiple vantage points including affiliate/publisher, advertiser, and network. That perspective brings a lot of enlightening learnings that I think you'll find super helpful no matter what side of the ball you play on.In our conversation we...2022-06-011h 06RETHINK RETAILRETHINK RETAILWirecutter's Leilani Han on Trust, Transparency and the Evolution of Affiliate MarketingHost Gabriella Bock is joined by Leilani Han, executive director of commerce at Wirecutter, a New York Times-owned product review publication that attracts an average of 12 million readers a month. During their conversation, Leilani discusses the evolution of affiliate marketing as well as how Wirecutter tests products, identifies strategic partnerships and earns the trust of its readers.  About Leilani Han: In her role at Wirecutter, Leilani is focused on driving strategy for affiliate revenue, licensing, programmatic and other strategic partnerships.  During her tenure, she has diversified direct partnerships with dozens of brands and strengthened existing core partnerships, while overseeing the succ...2022-05-0443 minBusiness BreakdownsBusiness BreakdownsThe New York Times: The Empire Strikes BackThis is Jesse Pujji and today we’re breaking down The New York Times. Since its founding in 1851, The New York Times has become known as the national “newspaper of record” through its focus on truth seeking and quality journalism. To underline that status, it has won 132 Pulitzer Prizes, almost double its nearest competitor. However, the business behind the Times hasn’t always been easy and it has faced several existential threats over its history, most recent of which has come from the internet and digital mediums. To break down The New York Times, I’m joined by...2022-02-2358 minThe Page 2 Podcast: An SEO PodcastThe Page 2 Podcast: An SEO Podcast🗞️ Publisher SEO Secrets & Editorial Strategy with Jaimie Clark (Wirecutter) & Christine Liang (NYT) | Episode #69https://page2pod.com - Episode 69 of the Page 2 Podcast features a dynamic double-header with Jaimie Clark, Head of SEO at Wirecutter, and Christine Liang, Director of SEO at The New York Times. They dive into their unique journeys in SEO, transitioning from agency roles into influential positions within two major publishing brands. Learn how they manage SEO strategy at massive scale, effectively collaborate with editorial teams, handle paywalls, and execute large-scale migrations.🎯 In this episode:• Career paths of Jaimie and Christine from agencies to publishing• Strategic insights for publisher SEO• How Wirecutter...2021-03-221h 33The Page 2 Podcast: An SEO PodcastThe Page 2 Podcast: An SEO Podcast🦠 SEO in a Pandemic: Behind the Scenes of the Page 2 Podcast Season 3 Premiere - Episode #51Season 3 of the Page 2 Podcast kicks off with an introspective look into life, SEO, and resilience. Hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella open up about navigating COVID-era layoffs, landing at Wirecutter and The New York Times, surviving agency cuts, and the decision to keep the podcast alive. They share what’s new this season—including YouTube expansion, going back to their interview roots, and a preview of amazing SEO guests to come. This isn’t just another SEO podcast episode—it’s real, raw, and honest about what it's like to be an SEO through chaos.🧠 In this...2020-10-2034 minCareerHQ by SuperpathCareerHQ by Superpath#7 - Melanie Pinola's journey from B2B SaaS to the New York TimesMelanie Pinola spent 13 years at a marketing agency before launching her writing career. She built a successful freelance business, ran content at Zapier and is now a staff writer at the New York Times' "Wirecutter" publication. In this episode, she talks about the core skills she's used to build her career and offers advice for young writers. You can follow Melanie on Twitter at @melaniepinola and read her work on Wirecutter.2020-08-1724 min