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EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 15 MIN

LT26.1 Would you like Soup with your crossword?

from The Downing Arts Podcast · host Louisa Denby

Head of Academic Skills, Dr Hamish Symington, chats about his alter ego as a cryptic crossword setter.Cover image released under Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Deed.-=-=-=-Sunday 25 January, 6pm, Chapel: Choral EvensongMonday 26 January, 6-8pm, Heong Gallery: 'Through the Gap' Creative Workshop. Space is limited and booking is essential. Email [email protected].'A Gap in the Clouds' Exhibition in the Heong Gallery continues until Sunday 8 February 2026. Free entry, all welcome.-=-=-=-Applications open for the Piano Showcase Weekend with Danny Driver 27-28 Feb. Deadline 12 February. www.dow.cam.ac.uk/events/piano-showcase-weekend-international-piano-soloist-danny-driverCall for submissions: The Twining Egginton Fine Arts Prize 2026. Deadline 16 March. www.dow.cam.ac.uk/creative-arts/art-downingIf you'd like to come on the show to chat about anything related to the Creative Arts, please email [email protected].

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