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PG’s Playhouse: Puzzles, games, trivia, & general nerdery

Peih-Gee Law & David Spira
Survivor
Infinity
Warhammer
Salt
Action Park
Puzzle Hungry
AJ Jacobs
Dinosaurs
Escape Rooms
Kiki and Bouba Effect
Gadsby
Phylloxera
Canterbury Tales
Great Molasses Flood
Petticoat Affair
Uranium Glass
Blood On the Clocktower
Stephen Fishbach
ACME Corporation
Linguitics

I’D RATHER BE AT GAME NIGHT. If you’re like us, you’ve got puzzles on the brain and a hankering for trivia. That’s why we started PG’s Playhouse, a podcast designed to feel like a great game night laughing with friends.

Each episode of PG’s Playhouse invites a guest to play a mix of original word games, puzzles, and quizzes. Co-host David then explores bizarre bits of history and trivia from what... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Larson
Puzzle and game designer
mercklarson.com (portfolio)
Episode: 54: The Streisand Effect (ft. Mark Larson)
Aparna Nancherla
Writer, actress, and comedian
Self-employed / Performer
Episode: 53: The Sears Catalog (ft. Aparna Nancherla)
Zach Brittle
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Episode: 52: Diamonds (ft. Marriage Therapy Radio's Zach Brittle)
Gretchen McCulloch
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Episode: 51: Passports (ft. Lingthusiasm's Gretchen McCulloch)
Chris Damaris
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Blaine Gibson
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Marc Spira
David's dad; diving enthusiast and financial services professional
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Episode: 47: The Antikythera Mechanism (ft. David's Dad, Marc Spira)
Tommy Wallach
Founder of Hatch Escapes, writer
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Episode: 45: Gadsby (ft. Hatch Escapes)
Terry Pettigrew-Rolapp
Founder of Hatch Escapes, theater/board gaming background
Hatch Escapes
Episode: 45: Gadsby (ft. Hatch Escapes)

Hosts

Peih-Gee Law
Host of PG's Playhouse; regularly introduces topics and guides game discussions.
David Spira
Co-host of the show; explores bizarre bits of history and trivia, often steering games and discussions.
PG Law
Thematic host contributing game design perspectives and hosting segments; multiple mentions across episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Fun, lighthearted podcast with everyone's favorite podcast puzzling duo

    Podchaser
    4
    Sage Anastasia
    a year ago
  • Very well written puzzles!

    I love the wide variety of logic and knowledge pools needed to solve the puzzles. The podcast format makes it easy to play along however you want - listen slowly, pause (or geniuses listen at full speed), and start your day with some quick thought experiments that get your mind’s wheels turning!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tylern03
    United Statesa year ago
  • Delightful pod!

    Just started listening and this podcast is SO MUCH FUN! I love playing along to the clever games Peih Gee introduces at the beginning of each episode! The topic of each episode is somehow without fail, something that I am either nostalgic, curious, or already full of my own fun facts about - which makes it really fun to hear Peih Gee, David, and friends riff on it. Peih Gee has such charisma - even in an audio medium. This is a great podcast to keep you alert and entertained during a commute, or... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whatlaurenthinx
    Canadaa year ago
  • Good easy fun

    This has been so fun so far! I really enjoy the variety show mix of word games and deeper dives. The pacing is great and upbeat, and I'm looking forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evan Broder
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun Puzzling

    Light, fun, and hilarious. Such a joy to listen to. I look forward to each new episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Korgam
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Puzzles feel fresh and endlessly clever, with great variety in game types.
Charismatic hosts make complex ideas approachable and fun.
Guest lineups mix humor with solid design insights, keeping episodes lively.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#157
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#103
Italy/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#175
Philippines/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

54: The Streisand Effect (ft. Mark Larson)
Q: Why did you choose Barbra Streisand as the centerpiece for the second game segment?
David and PG chose Streisand as a fascinating, culturally rich figure whose repertoire intersects with many classic works, enabling clever wordplay and cross-referencing that challenge the players while also tapping into broad pop culture knowledge.
54: The Streisand Effect (ft. Mark Larson)
Q: What did you learn from the ambulance escape room experience?
Mark emphasizes the importance of planning ahead, carrying backups, and being prepared to adapt on the fly when things don't go as expected. That mindset helped ensure the escape room still worked and offered a fun experience despite significant logistical hurdles.
47: The Antikythera Mechanism (ft. David's Dad, Marc Spira)
Q: What sparked your interest in the Antikythera Mechanism and its history?
David explains the discovery narrative, the shipwreck, and how imaging technology revealed the mechanism's complexity, while the guest adds personal reflections on diving and exploration.
23: Survivor (ft. Stephen Fishbach)
Q: Why does editing matter so much in how fans perceive what happened in the game?
Editing allows a few selected perspectives to shape the story, meaning viewers often miss the broader context and the true complexity of 48 hours of game time across many players.
23: Survivor (ft. Stephen Fishbach)
Q: What do you think are the major selling features of modern Survivor?
Survivor now has faster movement, more twists and advantages, more players, and a higher emphasis on the meta-game and strategic play compared to earlier seasons.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends playful word games, puzzles, and trivia with light history dives, hosted by two puzzle- and game-obsessed hosts. Each episode invites a guest to design or participate in original word challenges while the hosts explore quirky bits of history or niche nerd topics, often tying in contemporary puzzle/design culture. The format favors approachable, fast-paced banter, audience participation cues, and a steady stream of guest expertise—from escape-room designers to writers, comedians, and puzzle creators—creating a lively, nerdy game-night atmosphere. A notable strength is how the show mixes interactive puzzle segments with accessible storytelling and cross-promotions that showcase diverse creative projects in the puzzle/game spa... more

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7. Marc Spira
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