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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 17 MIN

The Gentle Art of Jigsaw Archaeology: Piecing Together Other People's Puzzles

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What happens when you buy a used jigsaw puzzle at a thrift store, only to discover it's missing pieces—or has extra ones from someone else's life? We explore the meditative world of puzzle solving, the particular satisfaction of fitting edge pieces, and why some people find joy in completing other people's abandoned projects. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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What happens when you buy a used jigsaw puzzle at a thrift store, only to discover it's missing pieces—or has extra ones from someone else's life? We explore the meditative world of puzzle solving, the particular satisfaction of fitting edge pieces, and why some people find joy in completing other people's abandoned projects.

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