Hello, Puzzlers!
Hello, Puzzlers! (formerly The Puzzler) is the puzzle and word game podcast hosted by New York Times bestselling author A.J. Jacobs and Chief Puzzle Officer Greg Pliska. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday: anagrams, palindromes, trivia and head to head word battles, plus celebrity guests, listener puzzles, and brand new original games from the Puzzle Lab. Play along, sharpen your brain, and join a community of thousands of puzzlers.
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V is for Vanishing
A.J. and Greg kick off a wordplay-filled episode with clever trivia about Guy Fawkes Day, then challenge each other with a brain-bending puzzle about words that transform when you remove the letter V.
Whether you love crossword puzzles, clever wordplay, or brain teasers, test your skills alongside AJ, Greg, Adam, and Andrea!
Today's puzzles:
Even E'en: Greg turns one word into another by removing VMore puzzles:
Bonus puzzles, game nights, community and more on Patreon
Check out Earbus, our card game: https://www.earbusgame.com/
Hello, Puzzlers! is hosted by A.J. Jacobs with Chief Puzzle Officer Greg Pliska. Executive producers: Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus. Producer, sound & video production: Claire Bidigare-Curtis. Senior Puzzler: Andrea Schoenberg.
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Four cheers for Season 4!
A.J. and Greg kick off Season 4 with backwards brand names, clever wordplay, and a celebration of all things puzzling. Can you solve a party puzzle before the hosts do?
Play along with the hosts as they tackle tricky clues, laugh at unexpected answers, and test your skills with wordplay, anagrams, riddles, crossword-style thinking, and trivia. Plus, hear about the return of the podcast and try a round of Earbus, the hilarious audio rebus game you can play at home.
Today's puzzles:
Double the Fun: a challenge built around repeated words with double meaningsFour Front: a phonetic puzzle about words that begin with "four"More puzzles:
Bonus puzzles, game nights, community and more on Patreon
Check out Earbus, our card game: https://www.earbusgame.com/
Hello, Puzzlers! is hosted by A.J. Jacobs with Chief Puzzle Officer Greg Pliska. Executive producers: Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus. Producer, sound & video production: Claire Bidigare-Curtis. Senior Puzzler: Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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State Names and Puzzlemaxxing [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is down in the puzzler lab getting ready for Season 4, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from last season!
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Grant Sanderson plays "Which Big Number is Bigger" [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is down in the puzzler lab getting ready for Season 4, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from last season!
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: creator of the educational Youtube channel 3Blue1Brown, Grant Sanderson!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Jess Zafarris plays "Catching Colds" [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is down in the puzzler lab getting ready for Season 4, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from last season!
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: author of Useless Etymology, Jess Zafarris!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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X-Treme Puzzles [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is down in the puzzler lab getting ready for Season 4, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from last season!
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: Greg and A.J. read listener mail and play more math puzzles.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Tara DeFrancisco plays "Yes and And" [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is down in the puzzler lab getting ready for Season 4, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from last season!
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: comedian and creator of HERE: The (Improvised) Musical, Tara DeFrancisco!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Brad Meltzer plays "Earbus" [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is down in the puzzler lab getting ready for Season 4, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from last season!
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: author Brad Meltzer!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Ahoy, Puzzlers!
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: we are sending off Season 3 with one more puzzle exchange. Thanks for puzzling with us!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Razzle Dazzle and Hugger Mugger
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How Are the Beans?
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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De-lightful Listener Puzzles
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a special listener-submitted puzzle extravaganza!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Maria or Mary or Mariah or Marie?
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Alex Goldmark vs. Portmanteaus and Hidden Words
NPR’s "Planet Money" executive producer Alex Goldmark joins A.J. and Greg to play a pun-filled corporate merger puzzle before introducing his new economics-inspired card game, Sell Me a Sasquatch, where trust breaks down and deals get sneaky.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Wizard's Challenge and Other Listener Puzzles
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a special listener-submitted puzzle extravaganza!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Downbeat Updates and Blasphemes
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Allie Miller tackles Charades and Trivia
AI expert and Open Machine CEO Allie Miller tackles a robot-themed charades challenge and attempts to stump A.J. and Greg with AI trivia.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Greenland is not Green!
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg cook up some more spicy geography-themed puzzles.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Bi-curious Puzzles
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Roman Mars Wrestles with Roman Numerals
"99% Invisible" host Roman Mars joins A.J. and Greg for a numerically challenging puzzle that replaces everyday numbers with Roman numerals. Plus, hear the surprising history behind Billy Possum, the failed Teddy Bear rival that tried (and failed) to capture America's heart.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Asking about Axes and Axes
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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What are Washboard Weepers?
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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RobWords plays Punctuation Puns
Rob Watts, creator of the hugely popular YouTube channel RobWords and co-host of the language podcast "Words Unravelled," joins A.J. and Greg for a word-nerd extravaganza.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Mmm that's some good puzzling! [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the past season.
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Erika Ettin plays "Dating Oops" [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the past season.
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: pun champion and founder of A Little Nudge, Erika Ettin!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Will Shortz Interview [Best-Of Episode]
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the past season.
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a very special episode with longtime editor of the New York Times crossword, Will Shortz!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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A Not Not Hard Puzzle
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a special listener-submitted puzzle extravaganza!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Introducing...Earbus: The Home Game!
Hello, Puzzlers! Today in exciting puzzle news: we're launching a home game! Bring the fun of audio-based puzzling into your home with Earbus! Order today at https://www.earbusgame.com/
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Hosts of What Went Wrong decipher Movie Typos
Chris Winterbauer and Lizzie Bassett, hosts of the hit movie podcast What Went Wrong, join A.J. and Greg for a hilarious movie-themed puzzle challenge, guessing films from wildly misguided plot descriptions. Plus, they reveal the real-life nightmares behind movie productions, including a film so dangerously overrun with lions that dozens of cast and crew members were injured.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Scandinavian Swimmers and other Spicy Puzzles
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg cook up some spicy hot food-themed puzzles.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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“Take the L!” and other Listener Puzzles
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a special listener-submitted puzzle extravaganza!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Words from Presidents….Literally!
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!
Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Perilously Piquant Animal Puzzles
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg try to stump each other with animal-themed puzzles.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Tomatoes, Dragons, and LeAnn Rimes
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Ben Deeb plays Typonyms
Game designer Ben Deeb, creator of the daily word game Typonyms, joins A.J. and Greg for a laugh-filled challenge involving a cat named Jeff. Then it’s the hosts’ turn to solve Ben’s clever word puzzles.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Sizzling Hot Music Puzzles
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg cook up some sizzling hot music-themed puzzles to serve to our listeners!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Eclipse Clips and Eye-literation
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Michael Cruz Kayne tackles Letter Changes, Fishy Wordplay, and Geography
Comedian Michael Cruz Kayne revisits his repeatedly rejected, eventually viral “It’s Raining Fish” song and discovers that fish puns are no match for his lightning-fast puzzle-solving skills.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Getting Spicy with Geography
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg experiment in the puzzle lab with some extra spicy geography-themed puzzles.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Behind the Scenes on a Worldwide $1 Million Puzzle
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. talks with game designer Mike Selinker about designing one of the craziest puzzle hunts of all time, and later they are joined by the winner to discuss what it was like obsessing over Mike's puzzles for a month!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Ben Orlin tackles Math Puzzles and Anagrams
Ben Orlin, author of Math with Bad Drawings and Math for English Majors, estimates the absurd, from the worth of a pot of Lucky Charms gold to a 104-foot King Kong's caloric intake.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Pokémon, Latin Phrase, or Harry Potter Spell?
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg answer an age-old question: is it a Pokémon, a latin phrase, or a spell from Harry Potter?
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Laughing Around the World
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Explore more laughs from around the world here: https://bigthink.com/strange-maps/lol-haha-laughter-online/
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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G.T. Karber plays Murdle Hurdle: Rhyming Puzzle
Murdle creator G.T. Karber comes on the podcast for a muderously fun puzzle challenge. Along the way, he shares his theory about Agatha Christie’s mysterious 11-day disappearance.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Puzzle-gate and Rules for Writing Good
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Baggers and Waggers
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Jess Zafarris plays Catching Colds: Etymology Trivia
Author of Useless Etymology Jess Zafarris joins A.J. and Greg to unravel the bizarre origins of everyday words. Plus, hear the story of the rant that inspired her lifelong curiosity of words.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Hearts, Flags, and Fandoms
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg celebrate emojis and have their fandom knowledge tested.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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Feeling Gruntled
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other.
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
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The Will Shortz Interview
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a very special episode with longtime editor of the New York Times crossword, Will Shortz!
Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.
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Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.
The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.
Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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