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Hello, Puzzlers!

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Your puzzle diet just got an upgrade! On this season of Hello, Puzzlers! (the podcast formerly known as The Puzzler), New York Times bestselling author A.J. Jacobs and Chief Puzzle Officer Greg Pliska bring you celebrity puzzle showdowns, head-to-head word battles, and insider news straight from the Puzzle Lab. Expect anagrams, palindromes, quirky originals–and plenty of laughs.

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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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Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: host of "The Economics of Everyday Things," Zachary Crockett!

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... more

Hello, Puzzlers! Today: Greg recounts some moments and puzzles from the recent MIT Mystery Hunt!

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 qu... more

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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Recent Guests

Brad Meltzer
Bestselling author known for thrillers and children's books.
Author and TV Producer
Episode: Brad Meltzer plays "Earbus"
Shree Kumar
Puzzle creator and listener
Episode: Working Naked, Sex Cells, and Re-Words
Taylor Rooks
Sports broadcaster, hosts NBA on Prime and presents Thursday Night Football.
Episode: Taylor Rooks plays "Bird Word Inferred"
Jeff Hiller
Emmy Award winner and author
HBO
Episode: Jeff Hiller plays "Eat, Pry, Love"
Grant Sanderson
Math YouTuber known for his visual explanations of mathematical concepts.
3Blue1Brown
Episode: Grant Sanderson plays "Which Big Number is Bigger"
John Koenig
Author of The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows and YouTuber
The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows
Episode: John Koenig plays "Ponder Sonder"
Julie Klausner
Comedian, writer, and podcaster known for her work in television.
Hulu, co-creator of Difficult People
Episode: Julie Klausner plays "Misunderstood TV Shows"
Stefan Fatsis
Expert on dictionaries and author of several books including 'Unabridged' and 'Word Freak'.
Episode: Stefan Fatsis plays "Scrabble Scramble"
Taffy Brodesser-Akner
Writer for The New York Times and bestselling author of novels such as "Fleishman Is In Trouble."
The New York Times
Episode: Taffy Brodesser-Akner plays "Sorbet/Sorbette"

Hosts

A.J. Jacobs
Host and New York Times bestselling author, known for his engaging story-telling and puzzle challenges.
Greg Pliska
Chief Puzzle Officer, known for his creativity in puzzle design and interactive segments.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 418 ratings
  • Kindness

    After almost 600 episodes, what really stands out to me is the kindness of both the hosts. That has kept me coming back as much as the puzzles themselves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ????@!?!?!?!
    United States2 months ago
  • There used to be guests on this podcast, which I found preferable because it gave listeners more voices. I am not very happy with this season's retool.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    CapeCodDJFred
    3 months ago
  • Out-Pedant the Pedant

    You didn't do the third statement :(

    See You Later Alligator

    In a While Crocodile

    Not Too Soon, You Big Baboon

    When I googled to get the spellings right, I found that there is a song:

    See you later, alligator

    In a while, crocodile

    Give a hug, ladybug

    Blow a kiss, jellyfish!

    See you soon, big baboon

    Out the door, dinosaur

    Take care, polar bear

    Wave goodbye, butterfly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LostAgain
    United States5 months ago
  • Ads Galore

    Most of the podcast seems to be ads

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bmgk2
    United States6 months ago
  • Fun and easy!

    A great way to start the day! Only ~20 minutes, fun and easygoing, and not political at all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BradleyJ2009
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and puzzle-solving, especially the daily format that engages their minds.
There are complaints about commercial breaks being too lengthy, disturbing the flow of the content.
Many enjoy the interactions with celebrity guests, making the episodes feel lively and fun.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#21
United States/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#161
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#105
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#77
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#223
France/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#9
Argentina/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Working Naked, Sex Cells, and Re-Words
Q: What do you mean by the importance of working from home?
Discussion highlights how working from home allows for flexibility, and how the concept was celebrated before video conferencing became popular.
Working Naked, Sex Cells, and Re-Words
Q: So what do you got for this one?
Greg suggests thinking about pest controllers like Orkin, using the puzzle clue 'pest controller is working naked', which indicates stripping down the word 'working' to find the answer.
Brad Meltzer plays "Earbus"
Q: Did your interest in research precede your interest in writing mysteries?
Yes, I was a history major and incorporated historical research into my novels, which led to my first nonfiction book about a plot to kill George Washington.
Brad Meltzer plays "Earbus"
Q: What puzzles do you love? Or are you a daily puzzler?
I do daily puzzles like connections and strands, but I used to do Wordle until it got too easy.
Taylor Rooks plays "Bird Word Inferred"
Q: What would you like to try next?
I would love to cover tennis and women's flag football, as I think it's incredibly interesting and important for representation.

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A blend of humor, wordplay, and creative puzzles defines this engaging audio series where listeners are encouraged to challenge their thinking in a lighthearted way. The typical format includes celebrity guests and fun segments centered around various puzzles like anagrams, wordplay challenges, and thematic puzzles related to occasions or popular culture. The episodes aim to entertain as much as they inform, providing listeners with amusing anecdotes and clever conversations that illuminate the fascinating intricacies of language and puzzles. Unique features include both engaging discussions with guests and interactive puzzles that invite audience participation, making it suitable for anyone looking to experience an enjoyable mental workout... more

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1. Brad Meltzer
2. Shree Kumar
3. Taylor Rooks
4. Jeff Hiller
5. Grant Sanderson
6. John Koenig
7. Julie Klausner
8. Stefan Fatsis

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