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My favourite podcast, that they simply don’t make enough of. The Void ( host ) and Skirwingle ( co-host ) are mines of information on etymology/ history. If you’re a crossword fan then give it a listen … but it’s even worth a listen if you’re not a crossword buff. There are always a few gems of...Read full review »
Sam333-99 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 05/16/24
If you’re a curious person who likes curious connections, this podcast is a great time. Cryptic crosswords are only the jumping-off point — it’s all about tangents and deep dives into the most entertaining places. Puzzle people are the perfect guides on this kind of trip. Highly recommended!
curious listener! via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/26/24
One of my favourite podcasts. The format works really well - it starts with a cryptic crossword selected from one of the national dailies, but that’s just a launchpad for some fun trivia-based chitchat inspired by three favourite clues and three talking points from the crossword. Void, Dave and...Read full review »
wyking via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 04/22/23
What a brilliant listen! Susie Dent meets No Such Thing as a Fish in this lively, light-hearted podcast based around wordplay. Perfect for fans of weird and wacky trivia, puzzles, and free association. And the best part is you don’t need to know a thing about crosswords — it’s just as fun whether...Read full review »
roddyhj via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 04/12/22
This fun, interesting podcast takes as its jumping-off point a cryptic crossword, though you don’t need to be versed in such things to go along for the ride. All subjects are discussed, connected by a common thread that is a love of knowledge, language, and life. The perfect balance is struck...Read full review »
bill_poster via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 03/29/22
…of course, I’m one of the hosts, but we do it because it’s always fun to chat to The General. Don’t be scared to give it a go - it REALLY IS not-really-about crosswords. :-)
TLMB via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 03/29/22
Enthusiastic hosts discuss all manner of trivia, general knowledge, General Knowledge, and crosswordiana in a lively and entertaining way. Excellent listening.
Chetka via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 01/02/22
...always of great interest!
alanconnor via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 10/28/21
I always learn something and I always laugh at something. It’s perfect for people that are interested in crosswords but also for anyone that enjoys nerdy knowledge and lateral leaps
Cryptic Sunday via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 09/12/21
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