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Crosspod Wordcast
by Daniel Foster Smith
Do you like crosswords? How about solving it with friends?Listen to the puzzlingly clever duo, David and Daniel, solve the themed Sunday edition of the New York Times crossword puzzle. New episodes weakly?
Episodes
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Ep 84: Feb 8, 2024
Return and Report: • Nothing to report Buzz By: • Orange Vanilla Waterloo Sparkling Water: Fizz, pop, and refresh! Our hosts indulge in the citrusy delight of Orange Vanilla Waterloo Sparkling Water. Experience the effervescence as they share their bubbly thoughts on this zesty beverage. • Kona…
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Ep 83: Jan 25, 2024
Welcome back, dear listeners, to another riveting episode filled with intriguing discoveries and cultural delights. Here's your comprehensive recap: Return and Report: • Swinging Lights Concert and Album: Dive into the enchanting world of the Swinging Lights Concert and Album, where musical notes...
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Ep 82: Nov 9, 2023
On the fine fall fursday evening, our besotted protagonists seek a solve and sew it up with just seconds to spare. They discuss (parenthetically) exotic birds, exotic geography, and spicy produce. As for arts, David stirs up the dregs to produce praise for the 90s paragon of progressive TV in his...
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Ep 81: Oct 26, 2023
Uncover the 'Ottoman' Mysteries of the New York Times Puzzle, Embrace the 'New Math,' and Take an 'E Bond' Adventure with Daniel and David in the Latest Crosspod Wordcast Episode! Join us as we dive into Zora Neale Hurston's literary world and explore our Arts Section, where we dissect Netflix's...
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Ep 80: Mar 2, 2023
Crossword Conundrums and Art Adventures: Running the iFit Marathon and Retro-ing with Buckaroo Banzai - Plucking up the Gumption to Try and Survive the Winter Throes with a Fine Tine.
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Ep 79: Feb 16th, 2023
In this bleak midwinter, Daniel and David solve another Thursday puzzle from the Gray Lady herself. Will they solve the puzzle in time or will they take the L? Answers to these questions and much more abound in the episode itself. Listen through to the end for the Arts Section. Daniel and David...
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Ep 78: Oct 20, 2022
On this spooky ‘tober night, David and Daniel get back to their roots by revisiting the first puzzle they ever solved on the pod. They discuss candy, 90s trash cinema, and socks. Daniel suggest you check out this interactive Game of Thrones map: https://quartermaester.info David goes epic as well...
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Ep 77: Oct 6, 2022
On this early autumn eve, David and Daniel get down and dirty with the day's deed. To wit: A PUZ! They discuss Tom Cruise, Tom Cruise, and Tom Cruise. David says you're no one at all if you don't watch Peter Falk do his thing in "Columbo." Daniel justifies the existence of "House of the Dragon"...
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Ep 76: July 14, 2022 (Archive Dive)
On this midsummer night’s eve, David and Daniel don’t dare delve into their darkest dreams, but they do drop down and into the archives and (fail to) solve a Saturday puzzle from ten years ago. They discuss quilts, trends, and the alps. Daniel says you should see “See” starring the incomparable...
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Ep 75: June 30, 2022
On this late June evening, David and Daniel cross their Ts and cover their Ayes until the sun comes up as they seek to solve the day's puzzle with alacrity and wit. They discuss French, Latin, and some other stuff. David has a bunch of recommendations, so you might just have to listen and hear…
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Ep 74: May 26, 2022
On this warm spring night, David and Daniel celebrate the rebirth of an episode by putting their brains together until they blossom into another fragrant solve. David says Agatha Christie’s entire audio catalog deserves a listen, musing on the various iterations of Poirot as well as other classic...
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Ep 73: March 31, 2022
On this eve of utter foolishness David and Daniel gather after a smallish hiatus to smash there noggins together in collective solvery. They discuss cocktails, ex-presidents, and homonyms. Daniel has 3 sweet recommendations: The podcast Dead Eyes interrogates the nature of failure seen through…
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Ep 72: Jan 20, 2022
On this inaugural anniversary, David and Daniel spend a few mins solving an eighty year old crossword that was found under some floorboards before diving into the NYT Thursday puzzle. Initially they have some trouble with the theme, but in the end, they rack up another totes dom. David says you...
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Ep 71: Jan 6, 2022
On the anniversary of that time some people did some stuff in that place, David and Daniel convene their minds to see what emerges. They couldn’t have done it alone. And they didn’t. They discuss sedition, tradition, and fission. Or at least some of those things. David submits a piece of drama…
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Ep 70: Dec 16, 2021
On this snowy evening, David and Daniel don’t delay, despite the missing Lindsey. They emerge bejoyed after solving a puzzle heavy with notes of poesy, posies, and potpourri. Daniel says if you’re any fan of poker, you might enjoy a celebrity game between the likes of Jon Hamm, Kevin Pollak…
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Ep 69: Dec 2, 2021
On this palindromic evening, David, Lindsey, and Daniel once again claw their way to a totes dom of the Gray Lady’s crossword. They discuss baking, art, and transitional contacts. Daniel says Wes Anderson’s fans will be utterly delighted by his latest offering, “The French Dispatch.”...
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Ep 68: Nov 4, 2021
On this Thirsty Thursday™, Lindsey and Daniel spread their wings to fly duo without the daring do of David. Lindsey would return our gaze to the hypnotic wonders of Baumgarter art restoration. https://www.youtube.com/c/BaumgartnerRestoration Whereas the Danster demanded a debate over the dramatic...
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Ep 67: Oct 21, 2021
In this episode, we def talk about stuff. Also Solve. David and Daniel both have great things to say about the Great British Baking Show. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1877368/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Lindsey says Squid Game is worth a watch as well. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10919420/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0
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Ep 66: Oct 7, 2021
On this autumnal October eve, David and Daniel deal with the lack of Lindsey. Though they stumble at first, they achieve a solve as they get their rocks on. David spews good news regarding the novelization of Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” in particular, the audio version read by...
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Ep 65: Sep 16, 2021
On this organic almost autumn eve, David and Daniel convene their thinkers to solve the major problem of our Times. They discuss pizza toppings, anatomy, and their efforts are second to none. Daniel is cautiously excited about the efforts of one Joseph Gordon-Leavitt in his new Apple TV series,...
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Ep 64: Sep 2, 2021
On this sultry September evening our fine worders work wonders, finishing the puzz with minutes to spare. They discuss fencing, fighting, revenge..true love... Daniel recommends you trekkies makes tracks directly to the streambox to enjoy the newest and crassest entry into trek canon: Star Trek:...
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Ep 63: July 1, 2021
As we round the bend and wend our way into the bottom half of 2021, the intrepid crosspodders do their duty to queen and country, solving the grey lady’s cryptic (but not really) crossword once again. They discuss shapes, Korean currency, and some big concepts. Lindsey can’t utter enough praise…
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Ep 62: May 6, 2021
On this, May six, Lindsey and Daniel do what’s necessary to eke out a win at the last second. Believe me. The. Last. Second. Calls were mades, boxes were checked…it was a whole thing. Lindsey gushes about the writing of Sally Rooney as well as the TV adaptation of her novel, “Normal People.” She...
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Ep 61: Apr 29, 2021
As April ends and warmer weather looms large, our full compliment of solvers find it easier than ever to totes dom the NYT crossword. They discuss woes, whoas, and have a spicy discussion about the Scoville test. Daniel wants you to take a look inside the twisted comic minds of Robert Webb and...
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Ep 60: Apr 15, 2021
On this, the ides of April, Daniel and Lindsey get to solvin’ without the great David. Will they make it to the end?? Take a listen to see. Lindsey and Daniel have plenty to say about the MCU, focusing on “Falcon and the Winter Soldier.”
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Ep 59: Apr 8, 2021
On this springly April eve, our savvy solvers vie for victory in all things crossword. Do they succeed?? They discuss physicists, monsters, and a bit of French. Lindsey lauds the collections and collaborations of Artist Margaret Jeane Smith. https://www.margaretjeane.com/about2 Daniel stylishly...
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Ep 58: Apr 1, 2021
On this day of fools, our intrepid solvers sprint headlong into the fray of words. They discuss restaurants, circular dwellings, and Utah landmarks. Daniel and David recommend a pair of podcasts from Mormon history teller, Lindsey Hansen-Park. To wit: https://www.yearofpolygamy.com...
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Ep 57: Mar 18, 2021 with Joe Trevino
Joe Trevino joins our intrepid hosts in space rather than a velvet cave. They discuss mood lighting, White House nicknames, and the advent of pods. ART SECTION Due to dark and dismal drama, David dissuades his betters from consuming “The Shield,” but if you dare:...
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Ep 56: Mar 11, 2021
On this almost spring day our hosts embark on another journey into the heart of puzzling darkness. They discuss Owen Wilson, Parises, and Buzzes in rockets. And Daniel drinks his wife’s dandelion wine. ART SECTION Daniel has started painting, and you can check out his art here:...
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Ep 55: Mar 4, 2021
On this great day our intrepid solvers March 4th into a brave new world of clueless answers and answerless clues. They discuss Swiss bread, sports, and some random criticisms. Art Section Daniel keys listeners into a splendid pianist and composer whose youtube minimusicals are nothing short of...
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Ep 54: Feb 18, 2021 with Aaron Paulsen (aka Scoots Baboo)
On this fine February evening, our dynamic duo becomes a tremendous trio by officially welcome Lindsey Nikola as a cohost. But that’s not all. They all enlist a garrulous guest in the form of one Aaron Paulsen, (aka Scoots Baboo). A good time is had by most, if not all as they totes dom another…
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Ep 53: Feb 11, 2021 with Lindsey Nikola
On this night of days, David and Daniel welcome the one and only (and how!), Lindsey Nikola. Again, again, again. They solve the NYT Crossword with ease. And with apps. Here’s their art submissions for the week: David can’t say enough good things about Ann Nocenti’s The Seeds, a graphic novel…
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Ep 52: Feb 4, 2021 with Lindsey Nikola
On this fab Feb the 4th, David and Daniel welcome Lindsey again. Again. They discuss your Sedarises, your Googles Fiber, and they consider becoming professional mushers. Daniel recommends checking out “Future Day Saints: Welcome to New Zion” by Matt Page....
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Ep 51: Jan 28, 2021
On this fine Thursday David and Daniel do what they've always done: Totes Dom the NYT crossword. Producer Sam closes with an update on the vagaries of hedge fund investments vs subreddit ne'er-do-wells.
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Ep 50: Jan 21, 2021
On this beloved episode, dear David does the dirt while Daniel wanders wide in the wilderness. They discuss names, olympians, and get turned around a bit. Email us some directions so we won’t get lost next time: [email protected]
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Ep 49: Jan 14, 2020 with Guest Host Lindsey Nikola
On this auspicious evening, Daniel takes a break and watches David and guest host Lindsey Nikola solve in his absence. They discuss secrets, spuds, and instrumental playlists. Send us your playlists: [email protected]
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Ep 48: Jan 7, 2020 with Erin Montgomery
On this barely historic day, David and Daniel direct their dilemmas at the musically magnanimous Erin Montgomery. They discuss music, things apocryphal, and the theming of life. Send your apocrypha to [email protected]
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Ep 47: Dec 10, 2020
On this wintry eve, David and Daniel forge ahead with their mission to boldly solve where none have solved before. Or at least, they like to think so. Email us your bold thoughts: [email protected]
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Ep 46: Nov 19, 2020
On this dapper day of days, David and Daniel dare to delve deep in their brains and eke out another solve of the New York Times crossword. Email us about all your eked out adventures: [email protected]
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Ep 45: Nov 12, 2020 with Dawg Hands
On this post-electionpocalpse of an episode, David and Daniel chew the fat while shooting some shit with the one and only Dawg Hands, aka John-Ross Boyce. https://www.instagram.com/dawghands/ Email us your hands: [email protected]
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Ep 44: Nov 5, 2020
Remember to remember to help solve the 5th of November. These Guys aren’t Fawkesing around. Email us your gunpowder plots: [email protected]
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Ep 43: Oct 29, 2020
On this fine day of Thor, David and Daniel solve the daily NYT crossword, as per usual. They discuss latin, art, but not a lick of Star Trek. Send us your Star Trek licks: [email protected]
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Ep 42: Oct 22, 2020
As the season of frights presses on, David and Daniel continue their flight from reality and into the crossworld. They discuss some TV programs, a bit of religion, and the magic of living. Email us your reasons for living: [email protected] Subscribe on youtube and watch us solve live...
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Ep 41: Oct 15, 2020
On this fine fall day David and Daniel dug into the NTY daily crossword with diligence. Did they succeed in the quest to leave no box unlettered? Will they live to cross another word? Tune into @saltonstudios every Thursday on YouTube at 5:30 MT for a chance to hear us read your name off live.
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Ep 40: Oct 1, 2020
On this first day of the spookiest month of the year, David and Daniel re-engage their cozy podcasting voices with some nice hot mics. They discuss befuddlement, Gouldy Sutherlands, and (you guessed it)- more Star Trek Enterprise. Email us about your own personal treks: [email protected]
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Ep 39: Sept 15 with Chantelle Clark
On this, the ides of September, David and Daniel welcome woman, wife, and wise wonder of world, Chantelle Clark. They discuss music, stillness, and the spelling of hurrah! Email us your spelling of such exclamations: [email protected]
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Ep 38: Sept 3, 2020 with Bennett Smith
On this almost autumn day, David and Daniel welcome guest solver and brother from Daniel's mother, Bennett Smith. They discuss science, music, and the impending apocalypse. Email us your apocalyptic predictions: [email protected]
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Ep 37: Aug 27, 2020 with Lindsay Nikola
On this red letter day in history, Daniel and David welcome friend and guest solver, Lindsay Nikola. They solve for fun as they discuss geography, food, and the history of the pie bush. Email stories about your pies. Or your bushes. [email protected]
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Ep 36: Aug 20, 2020 with Joe and Shelby Lynn Maddock
Truly a fierce foursome on this fine Friday Eve (aka Thursday). Daniel and David welcome guest solvers Joe and Shelby Lynn Maddock, aka, The Plastic Cherries. They discuss music, Spanish, and more music.
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Ep 35: June 18, 2020 with Jen Swindler
Back in June David and Daniel sat down and done did a darn good puz with the one and only Jen Swindler. They discussed math, music, and a bit of baseball.
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How many episodes does Crosspod Wordcast have?
Crosspod Wordcast currently has 84 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Crosspod Wordcast about?
Do you like crosswords? How about solving it with friends?Listen to the puzzlingly clever duo, David and Daniel, solve the themed Sunday edition of the New York Times crossword puzzle. New episodes weakly?
How often does Crosspod Wordcast release new episodes?
Crosspod Wordcast has 84 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Crosspod Wordcast?
Crosspod Wordcast is created and hosted by Daniel Foster Smith.
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