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Crossword Podcasts
A short, fun and occasionally not unintentionally educational podcast in which two fans of the New York Times crossword describe their puzzle-solving travails.
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Fill Me In is a crossword podcast, or at least, that's what it pretends to be. Most of the time, it's about other things (including, but not limited to: soup, Thor, Rosana Ñler, sandwiches, Stephen Sondheim, Viewer Mail, vuvuzelas, inappropriate glorification of the E Division, and more), but occasionally, we also talk about crosswords.
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A podcast about practical Christianity. Christians live in a culture hostile to righteousness, self-control and God's judgment to come. This podcast is about getting your mind and your heart in line with Jesus' Words and Way because He is the Way, the Truth and the Life! All Scriptures quoted are from the New International Version. You can follow me on Twitter @kingdom_saint. Walk with the Lord and be a blessing! Study the Bible with me: http://pedro-gelabert.worldbibleschool.org/
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The Slow Newscast from The Observer takes the news slowly. We investigate, and every week we focus on stories that really matter in the UK and around the world. From wars in Ukraine and Gaza through to true crime and injustice and real life mysteries, The Slow Newscast team is devoted to narrative investigations covering some of the biggest topics of the day. Who are the people biohacking themselves in a quest for immortality? Or the man taking on an entire nation in the high seas to protect ...
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Two amateur crossword lovers come together weekly to share new trivia topics with each other... and you... hopefully
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Raynor Winn’s memoir The Salt Path was a bestseller and literary phenomenon with millions of people captivated by this true story of financial ruin, terminal illness, and healing through nature. Raynor Winn has since published two more books and The Salt Path has been adapted for the big screen, starring Jason Isaacs and Gillian Anderson. At its heart it is a simple tale, of a couple embarking on a 630 mile trek in the face of stark adversity. When faced with nothing, they chose to walk. But ...
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Bianca Brady and Olivia Shepson take you through the week's NYT crossword puzzles. They discuss their times, what they loved, what they hated, and how they knew what they know.
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Crossnerds is the world's best—er, nerdiest—crossword puzzle podcast. Editors, constructors, solvers, and allies deliver piping-hot takes on the New York Times crossword puzzle and the vast cruciuniverse of wordplay beyond.
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The Sensemaker from The Observer - one story every day to make sense of the world. Subscribe to The Observer today and get access to: Our podcasts before anyone else A daily edition, curated by our editors 7 days a week Puzzles from the inventors of the cryptic crossword Recipes for every occasion Free tickets to join Observer events in our newsroom or online Click here to subscribe today for just £1 for your first month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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[email protected] Listen. Learn. Engage. Welcome to Cross Word Books, the podcast where we delve into compelling conversations with authors who illuminate history, politics, culture, faith, and art. Each episode uncovers intriguing insights and untold stories that shape our understanding of today’s world and the rich tapestry of ideas that define it. Whether you’re passionate about the cultural impact of art or curious about how history informs our political landscape, Crossword invites ...
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We attempt to solve crossword puzzles and wind up talking about really anything that comes to mind.
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Colin and Laura are expert crossword puzzle solvers. Join them as they solve the NYT Thursday puzzle, banter about work and life, and entertain you, the lovely listener. Email us at [email protected].
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Every Monday and Friday three journalists battle it out to try and convince the editor that their pitch should lead the news. Discover what goes on behind the scenes in a newsroom. Why do some stories dominate, while others fail to make the cut? Tell us if you agree with the final running order - email [email protected] Book your place at a news meeting live in our newsroom - https://www.tortoisemedia.com/our-events Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore Producer: Casey Magloire Subsc ...
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Comedians Lucas Murphy, Nathan P. Woodard, of Nathan P. Woodard fame, and a guest take the New York Times crossword puzzle and drag it through the gutter.
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Here's where to find podcasts from The Nation. Political talk without the boring parts, featuring the writers, activists and artists who shape the news, from a progressive perspective.
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Every week we do the crossword - this nearly always leads to some very Cross Words...
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The podcast where we talk about anything and everything. "Nothing is taboo!"
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On The Grid is a crossword puzzle podcast hosted by Michael Sharp and Lena Webb
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The week in culture, annotated. Writer and journalist Liv Little and Observer critic Miranda Sawyer get notes from editors all the time - now it’s their turn to hand them out. Every Wednesday morning, Liv and Miranda weigh in on the latest cultural happenings, from reality TV meltdowns and art house films, to gallery openings and TikTok trends. Smart, funny, and full of sharp observations. We Have Notes is culture with commentary. Let’s chat! Send us your voice notes! @WeHaveNotes_Pod on Ins ...
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WAMC's Friday quiz segment, Any Questions?, puts news director Ian Pickus in the hot seat, as he and listeners field questions from resident quizzer Mike Nothnagel. Nothnagel is Associate Professor of mathematics at The Culinary Institute of America, and a crossword constructor for the New York Times and Games Magazine, among other outlets. Often, Mike and Ian switch seats or feature guest answerers, such as Will Shortz, Liane Hansen, John Flansburgh and Mike Doughty. Any Questions? airs Fri ...
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Welcome, trivia enthusiasts and curious minds, to the podcast that turns your restroom rendezvous into a brain-boosting experience! Get ready to take a break from the mundane and turn those bathroom moments into an epic trivia showdown. This is ”Bathroom Break Trivia” – the podcast where knowledge meets porcelain!
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Dorky Geeky Nerdy is a fun, fast-paced trivia podcast for fans of pop culture, science, movies, history, and more. Each weekly episode features 30 themed trivia questions in three rounds: Dorky (easy), Geeky (medium), and Nerdy (hard). Hosted by audiobook narrator, Brian Rollins, it’s perfect for trivia lovers, families, classrooms, and game nights. Whether you're into Star Wars, classic literature, or U.S. presidents, there's a topic for everyone. Boost your brainpower and enjoy new episode ...
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Your hosts David Spira & Peih-Gee Law explore immersive gaming from all angles. Our guests have made awesome stuff: ARGs, puzzle hunts, tabletop games, and of course, escape rooms. Our aim is to bring together different segments of the gaming world and share ideas between them.
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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Mike's Daily Podcast follows Michael Matthews on his daily adventures involving several characters at Cafe Anyway at The Last Place on Earth in podCastro Valley. This cast was featured on a radio show Mike hosted for 11 years in Southern California. MDP also features insights and tips to make your life more enjoyable. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mike-s-daily-podcast--609595/support.
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Threats, Beers, and No Silver Bullets. Listen to Talos security experts as they bring their hot takes on current security topics and Talos research to the table. Along the way, Mitch, Matt and a rotating chair of special guests will talk about anything (and we mean anything) that's on their minds, from the latest YouTube trends to Olympic curling etiquette. New episodes every other Thursday.
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As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine, Lawrence journaled nearly every day while serving alongside his wife. Nearly 20 years later, he wants to share their experiences in Ukraine--the good and the bad, the happy and the sad--with the world so people can see Ukraine as it was.
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A new podcast from the long-running newsletter, Data Is Plural (data-is-plural.com). Each episode distills an expert interview into a crisp 15 minutes, taking you behind the scenes of another surprising dataset. One season = five episodes.
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A monthly podcast telling the stories of trailblazing students from the University of Virginia who are transforming their passions into lives and careers. They aren’t standing on anyone’s shoulders.
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Casey and Alex talk about lunch and other stuff
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Hosts Isaac Butler, Ronald Young Jr., and June Thomas interview creative people about how they write, compose, paint, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to random thoughts with Grant i we talk about random things we will have a Grand old time with everything so enjoy and subscribe you wont regret it! :-)
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Personal futures brought to you today by VICE's Motherboard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Listen to “Mike & Fran Unrehearsed” featuring my Mom .. Fran .. the "WORLDS OLDEST PODCASTER! " As of JAN 26th 2025 .. Fran is officially 98yrs old !!! Happy Birthday Fran ! We are thrilled to announce the fourth season of “Mike & Fran Unrehearsed” a radio show featuring me, Mike and Fran, my Mom. “Mike & Fran Unrehearsed” is a bi-weekly internet radio show now on BuzzSprout in addition to weekly broadcasts of "Mike & Fran Unrehearsed" on Monday mornings at 7:30am on www.216TheNet.com "REAL ...
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"La Lanterna: a Spotlight in Italian football" is a podcast that dives into the beautiful game seen from the eyes of two fans from the oldest team in Italy. Fabrizio Cardone, Canadian and Genovese and Matt Killen, an American born and Genoa fan.
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The TOAD iService Podcast is a podcast based around modern day technology. Episodes cover the opportunities technology offers, interviews with people who use tech for their work, developments for Apple and other tech companies, tutorials, and more.
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When we meet our childhood heroes as adults we find all the racism, sexism, and classism that our society raised us with. That's what happened when we reexamined the Nancy Drew series and took a hard look at the "American Values" that she promotes. In each episode we will banter lightheartedly about another Nancy Drew Novel, including thoughtful analysis about what social norms it reveals. Whether you've ever been a fan of Nancy Drew, or like us absorbed vast amounts of media or mystery nove ...
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The World Within explores the inner workings and unanswered questions of some of our world’s unique and uncommon jobs, hobbies, or personal endeavors. This podcast seeks to ask the questions that so many wonder, but have never found answers to, or discover new and curious pursuits outside the definition of conventional.
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Welcome to Bonnie's Legends! Host Bonnie Orbison chats with her legends; a variation of musicians, independent artists, writers about their careers, their art and their journeys of how they became the legends they are today. Bonnie provides her guests the space and freedom to chat about everything they want to discuss and hopes the conversation feels like a meetup with a friend. Her goal is to support and meet her legends. Grab a cup of tea and press play to dive into the world of legendary ...
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Welcome to the Got Invention Show! Listen to inventors interviews sharing their invention story to the world! Are you patent pending? Do you have a prototype to show and demonstrate? Are you looking to earn royalties from your invention? Are you looking for a manufacturer? Do you want to raise money or find an investor? Do you want to sell your invention? Learn from other inventors or let’s see and hear about your big invention idea! Show & tell us about your invention, have your very own vi ...
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Tuesday, January 6, 2026 - NOCAP, this was an *awesome* crossword 😀
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Today's crossword was terrific. A theme that pegged the pun-meter, a second theme that nobody other than your cohosts know about 😀, and a lot of other fine clues in the grid. We particularly enjoyed the duality of 42A, One-named supermodel, IMAN and 39D, Country in which men traditionally wear robes called dishdashas, OMAN; and we also appreciated …
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Tammie Lister joins Luke and Jonathan to discuss vibe coding, product thinking, and breaking free from a designer typecast into a reputation for product engineering. They also discuss the importance and relevance of WordPress, themes, and cricket.By Jonathan Wold & Luke Carbis
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Simply marvelous, we’re up to S. For today’s mini episode, I’ve got ten words starting with the letter, S. I’ll give you the number of letters and a crossword clue, you must guess the word.
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Mike Matthews investigates the fascinating news from the week and Mike answers what is happening in the odd world of dating. Join Mike as he podcasts live from Café Anyway in podCastro Valley with Madame Rootabega, Valentino, and Bison Bentley. Next show Mike Talks to Chely Shoehart, Floyd the Floorman, and John Deer the Engineer. Become a support…
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Bathroom Break Trivia Episode 186 - Crossword Clues "I"
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Welcome to Bathroom Break Trivia, the show where knowledge meets Porcelain. Another Crossword Clues Episode. Remember I'll give you the amount of letters, and the amount of words and you need to tell me the answer, and the answers will begin with the Letter I If you would like to reach out to me, please send me an email at bathroombreaktrivia@gmail…
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What Explains Epstein’s Friends? Plus, Crossword Politics | Start Making Sense
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Ths coming Friday is the deadline for the Justice Department to turn over the Epstein files to Congress. But we already know the key fact about Epstein’s famous friends--they didn’t care that he had hired a 14-year-old girl for sex—and gone to jail for it. But why was that? Katha Pollitt comments. Also: the hidden politics of the New York Times cro…
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PODCAST - The New Jerusalem - Revelation CH 21
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The reveal and description of the Bride of Christ. YT: https://www.youtube.com/live/j8IXvnQy4TI?si=EwDWm4c1p5D0tWDd&t=3019
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S10E10 - Zach Sherwin, Creator of The Crossword Show
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“ The joy of live performance is that we're all experiencing the same thing together and it unites us as a community.” When I think of crossword puzzles, I think of a quiet, cerebral exercise. It's often a solitary activity, maybe occasionally yelling out if anyone knows a four letter word for "milk's favorite cookie." When Zach Sherwin considered …
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Venezuela in American Politics, plus VA Housing for Homeless Vets | Start Making Sense
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Trump’s attack on Venezuela is likely to weaken his political support even further, because it does nothing about affordability or health care. And it’s not at all clear the big oil companies want to spend billions restoring Venezuelan production. John Nichols comments. Also: the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ordered the VA to provide housing …
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Introducing... The Walkers: The real Salt Path
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Raynor Winn’s memoir The Salt Path was a bestseller and literary phenomenon with millions of people captivated by this true story of financial ruin, terminal illness, and healing through nature. Raynor Winn has since published two more books and The Salt Path has been adapted for the big screen, starring Jason Isaacs and Gillian Anderson. At its he…
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Mike Matthews investigates the fascinating news from the week so far and Mike answers what is happening in the odd world of technology. Join Mike as he podcasts live from Café Anyway in podCastro Valley with Benita, the Disgruntled Fiddle Player, and the Brewmaster. Next show Mike Talks to Madame Rootaga, Valentino, and Bison Bentley. Become a supp…
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Which countries in Latin America might Trump target next?
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After attacking Venezuela Donald Trump has suggested he might target Colombia and Cuba, and he wants to get his hands on Greenland too. Host: Andrew Butler Writer & Producer: Amalie Sortland Episode Photography: Joe Mee Executive producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Venezuela, Latin America, and the Future of US Foreign Policy w/ Greg Grandin | American Prestige
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Subscribe now to skip the ads and get all of our episodes. Danny and Derek are joined by historian Greg Grandin to go in depth on the recent U.S. operation in Venezuela. They talk about the removal of Nicolás Maduro while leaving the existing state structure intact, implying America’s preference for coercion over governance; the role of oil in U.S.…
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Penny idioms that are still legal tender. The linguistic history of procrastination. Tanner tour.
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1148. This week, we look at penny idioms that are still "legal tender" in our language even as the U.S. penny is retired. We look at the history of phrases like "a bad penny" and "penny wise and pound foolish." Then, we look at the linguistic history of procrastination, explaining how human nature changed words like "soon," "anon," and "presently" …
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Fill Me In #522: A quasi fictionalized version of what i saw that day.
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This week, Ryan and Brian attempt to launch into 2026, but Brian is exhausted from a trip to Portugal and Ryan has "a throat thing." All that plus recording the show on a Friday just means that the year is off to a stumblier start than anyone expected. If you get bored (how could you?!), write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feelin…
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Donald Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene: The MAGA divorce
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Donald Trump is facing an unexpected fallout as one of his most loyal supporters has resigned from Congress and turned against him. With divisions widening after the attack on Venezuela, is there a split in the broader MAGA movement? Reporter: Stephen Armstrong Producers: Madeleine Parr and Jonathan Lewis Artwork: Lucy Stevenson Editor: Matt Russel…
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Mike Matthews investigates the fascinating news from the beginning of the week and Mike answers what is happening in the odd world of companies. Join Mike as he podcasts live from Café Anyway in podCastro Valley with Chely Shoehart, Floyd the Floorman, and John Deer the Engineer. Next show Mike Talks to Benita, the Disgruntled Fiddle Player, and th…
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Monday, January 5, 2026 - 🎵 Leavin'... on a Jet Plane 🎶
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This was a gentle Monday crossword, easing us into our crossword-solving week. It was still entertaining, though, thanks to a theme that will lift your spirits — literally. In addition to the crossword, we also have chosen our latest JAMCOTWA™️ (Jean And Mike Crossword Of The Week Award), and this week goes to ... [REDACTED, TO HEIGHTEN SUSPENSE AN…
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Are high streets losing the battle against gambling?
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For years, local authorities in England have found it difficult to stop the spread of slot machine arcades. But that could be about to change. Host: Ada Barumé Writer & Producer: Amalie Sortland Episode Photography: Sofia Fenton Executive producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Will captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro get a fair trial in the US? Who is driving American foreign policy? How would Trump’s supporters view a military campaign? Jasper Corbett is joined by The Observer’s Washington Correspondent Hugh Tomlinson, Reporter Phoebe Davis, and lawyer Robert McWhirtle as they give their assessment on the situatio…
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Gold, Frankincense, Myrrh, And A Whole Lot Of Geopolitics
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Send us a text Forget the tinsel and crowns—let’s meet the Magi where history lives. We sit down with Fr. Dwight Longenecker, author of The Mystery of the Magi, to rethink the famous journey to Bethlehem through the lenses of archaeology, geopolitics, and Scripture. Instead of mystical monarchs following a neon star, we explore a compelling alterna…
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Three of a Kind - Harry Potter Edition (Mini 73)
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People really like that Three of Kind trivia mini, so it’s back, this time with a focused geeky area, Harry Potter and the Wizarding World. I’ll give you three things from the books and movies, you just tell me what they have in common. Connect with the show: DorkyGeekyNerdy.com Patreon BlueSky Facebook Spotify Discord Reddit…
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On Saturday morning, the United States of America bombed Venezuela and captured its President, Nicolás Maduro. What happened and why? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sunday, January 4, 2026 - Gene Louise De Vera, Rule Breaker! 🚔
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Gene Louise De Vera's 5th NYTimes puzzle was one for the books. One of the sacrosanct rules of NYTimes crossword-dom is that an answer never appears twice in the grid. Well, rules are meant to be broken, so they say, and today this one was -- but all for a good cause, aka the theme. We had some other great clues in the grid. Besides those mentioned…
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Bathroom Break Trivia Episode 192 - The Naked Gun 2 1/2: The Smell of Fear
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Welcome to Bathroom Break Trivia, the show where knowledge meets Porcelain. The Crew From Police Squad is at it again. If you would like to reach out to me, please send me an email at [email protected] Also feel free to join the Facebook Group just Search Bathroom Break Trivia. Want to become a Pateron, check Bathroom Break Trivia out a…
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Saturday, January 3, 2026 - A Brilliant End-of-Week Crossword
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The clues in today's crossword, Hannah Slovut's third for the NYTimes, were so dazzling that we felt we ought to wear shades while solving it. There were scads of clever clues everywhere you look in the grid, and nary a clunker anywhere: just way we like our Saturday crosswords! For the full 411 — as well as another episode of "Oh, That's How You P…
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Mike Matthews investigates the fascinating news from the end of the week with special guest Lovely Lady Friend and Mike answers what is happening in the odd world of jeans. Join Mike as he podcasts live from Café Anyway in podCastro Valley with Madame Rootabega, Valentino, and Bison Bentley. Next show Mike Talks to Chely Shoehart, Floyd the Floorma…
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Friday, January 2, 2026 -- Hello, awesome crossword 😁 and good bye, Deb Amlen😢
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To explain the episode title: this was, indeed, an awesome crossword. And, as has happened for years upon years, Deb Amlen scrutinized the crossword in the accompanying NYTimes column, Wordplay. This was her last Wordplay column, however: she is now retiring to take up other pursuits. But her last column was as good as usual, and today's crossword …
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Fort Bragg and the Rise of U.S. Special Operations w/ Seth Harp | American Prestige
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Danny and Derek are joined by journalist Seth Harp to discuss his book The Fort Bragg Cartel, which covers murder and drug trafficking around the North Carolina military installation. They talk about the rise and institutionalization of U.S. special operations after 9/11, how JSOC and related units expanded their role, permanent war reshaping milit…
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Thursday, January 1, 2026 - Happy New Year! 🥳🎇
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It's a new year, so why not start it off with a new constructor? That may or may not be Will's reasoning, but today's crossword is indeed a debut for Topher Booth, and it is an auspicious beginning. We were keen on the theme (and yes, there's a trace of a pun there), and found the rest of the clues to be just right for a Thursday. Apart from those …
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With AI-generated videos and images spreading online, platforms are stepping up efforts to identify and label them. Writer: Casey Magloire Producer: Amalie Sortland Host: Ada Barume Episode photography: Sofia Fenton Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Bathroom Break Trivia Episode 190 - Sleepless in Seattle
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Welcome to Bathroom Break Trivia, the show where knowledge meets Porcelain. Will they get together? If you would like to reach out to me, please send me an email at [email protected] Also feel free to join the Facebook Group just Search Bathroom Break Trivia. Want to become a Pateron, check Bathroom Break Trivia out at https://patreon.c…
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The Goth letters: why the alphabet goes off the rails after T, with Danny Bate
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1147. In this bonus segment that originally ran in October, we look at the fascinating history of the "new letters" of the alphabet — V, W, X, Y, and Z. Danny Bate explains why T was the original end of the alphabet and how letters were added by the Greeks and Romans. We also look at the origin of the letter Y, which was originally a vowel, and the…
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Wednesday, December 31, 2025 - Happy New Year's Eve!!
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In honor of the ultimate day of 2025, Jeffrey Martinovic has donned both his party hat and thinking cap, the end result of which is today's fine crossword. We have, as always, the deets inside, plus something a little extra to send out 2025 in style. Have a listen, and then — assuming you're on the Gregorian calendar — have a great New Year's Eve /…
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Can ChatGPT replace my therapist? (Revisited)
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Can ChatGPT replace my therapist? As people are turning to AI for mental health support and relationship advice, could chatbots replace the role of a trusted friend, or even a therapist? Writer: Ada Barume Producer: Amalie Sortland Host: Tomini Babs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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A Year of Resistance—In the Streets, in Elections, and in the Courts | Start Making Sense
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The year in politics: Harold Meyerson of The American Prospect comments on Trump’s collapsing support in 2025, and the rise of the resistance—in both the unprecedented national mobilizations culminating in the second No Kings Day, and the Democratic triumph in virtually all elections in 2025. Also: the year in court: David Cole, who stepped down th…
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Happy New Year! Well, almost. Welcome to the end of 2025. It’s been a year, huh? Well, we’re putting that in the rear-view mirror with some New Year’s Eve movie trivia. These are all movies set on New Year’s Eve or feature the holiday. We’re not being super picky. Connect with the show: DorkyGeekyNerdy.com Patreon BlueSky Facebook Spotify Discord R…
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Mike Matthews investigates the fascinating news from the week so far and Mike answers what is happening in the odd world of New Years Eve parties. Join Mike as he podcasts live from Café Anyway in podCastro Valley with Benita, the Disgruntled Fiddle Player, and the Brewmaster. Next show Mike Talks to Madame Rootabega, Valentino, and Bison Bentley.…
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The downsides of weight-loss drugs (Revisited)
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Weight loss drugs can be transformative for people who have struggled with obesity. But with a spike in hospital admissions experiencing adverse reactions to the drugs, should we be doing more to regulate this growing market? Writer: James Tapper Producer: Ada Barumé Host: Tomini Babs Executive producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…
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Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - We're Baaaaaack!
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After a week to recharge and reenergize, both cohosts are back and in peak fighting form -- or, to be more precise, crossword-solving form. And we had an excellent crossword to welcome us back, the second collaboration between Geoffrey Schorkopf and Will Eisenberg (edited, as always, by the inimitable Will Shortz). We have all the deets inside, as …
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Masculinity, the Manosphere, and Climate Politics w/ Daniel Waite Penny | American Prestige
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Danny and Derek speak with journalist and cultural critic Daniel Waite Penny to discuss the relationship between masculinity, the manosphere, and climate politics, as explored in the new season of Drilled, Carbon Bros. They talk about the “manosphere,” libertarians promoting techno-fixes, and Silicon Valley elites pushing solutions like space colon…
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War of the dots. Why we say 'pitch black.' Pitch hot.
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1146. This week, we look at the history of Braille, from the tragic accident that inspired Louis Braille's six-dot system to the "War of the Dots"—a decades-long conflict over competing reading standards in the U.S. Then, we look at the origin of the phrase "pitch black," revealing how the intensifier "pitch" refers to an ancient, dark wood tar and…
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One of the stories in 2025 that seemed to capture the British public's attention was the trial for the men accused of cutting down the iconic Sycamore Gap tree. In this audio essay, Andrew Hankinson explores who those men are...and what might have motivated them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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