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The Wirecutter Show

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Sexual Health
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Mental Health
Noise Pollution
Gift Giving
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LA Wildfires
Product Testing
Bidets
Audience Engagement
Gift Guides

The Wirecutter Show is a podcast offering expert advice on everyday products that will make your life better. Each week, co-hosts Christine Cyr Clisset and Caira Blackwell, alongside producer Rosie Guerin, speak with Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists and other expert guests for actionable advice, surprising life hacks, and delightful product discoveries. From which stand-mixer will last you a... more

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Latest Episodes

One-pot meals promise less cleanup and easier dinners, but the best tool depends on what you’re cooking and how much time you have.

Wirecutter senior kitchen writer Lesley Stockton breaks down the pros and cons of Dutch ovens, slow cookers, and pres... more

Mediocre slippers trap sweat, lose their shape, or wear through after just a few months. The good news is that there are plenty of options that will keep your feet perfectly toasty and last for years.

Wirecutter senior editor Jen Hunter explains how... more

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It’s no secret that Wirecutter has great advice for cleaning just about anything in your home. And now all that great advice is collected into Wirecutter’s first book: How to Clean Everything.

For the past two years, our co-host Christine Cyr Cliss... more

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From sleep trackers to self-pay bloodwork and full-body MRIs, health tracking has exploded in popularity. These tools promise to potentially catch diseases earlier, so that you can live a happier and healthier life. But can they deliver?

This week, ... more

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Recent Guests

Jen Hunter
Wirecutter senior editor who has tested and edited slipper coverage for years
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Episode: Wirecutter's All-Time Favorite Slippers
Caitlin McGarry
Wirecutter senior tech editor
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Brenda Stoylar
Wirecutter senior staff tech writer
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Nancy Redd
Wirecutter health writer and New York Times bestselling health author
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Episode: Face Sunscreen For Every Season
Brent Butterworth
Wirecutter audio expert, product designer and testing consultant with more than 35 years of audio experience
Wirecutter
Episode: The Best Soundbars (Plus Lessons from 40 Years of Audio Testing)
Tanya Sichynsky
Editor for the Food and Cooking Sections at The New York Times; author of The Veggie newsletter; author of Veg Everything
The New York Times
Episode: Vegetables Don't Have to Be Boring
Maki Yazawa
Wirecutter staffer who tested pickles and authored the Guide to Pickles
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Episode: Pickles! (Live From The Minnesota State Fair!)
Mary Bartz
Judge in the Minnesota State Fair Pickling Contest
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Episode: Pickles! (Live From The Minnesota State Fair!)
Teresa Craig
Winning pickle competitor (Prestigious Processor of Pantry)
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Hosts

Christine Cyr Clisset
Host of The Wirecutter Show, with affiliation to The New York Times/Wirecutter.
Caira Blackwell
Co-host of The Wirecutter Show; host with Wirecutter/NYT affiliation.
Rosie Guerin
Producer and host on The Wirecutter Show; involved in production at Wirecutter/The New York Times.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Gibberish

    it sounds to me very much like children run this podcast. Unsubstantial, inconsequential, and way too commercially driven.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Julielee53
    United Statesa month ago
  • $36 for 8oz conditioner

    Just need more budget picks. I like the personalities and banter, sometimes wish for more content. Just aren’t enough budget picks. $36 for 8oz of daily conditioner for someone with long hair, for instance. Just nuts.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Ryan11111111111111111111111111
    United Statesa month ago
  • Get to the point please

    Like all NYTimes podcasts it obeys a formula where they stretch out content. First there is the intro, then they summarise the intro, etc, etc.

    It is a shame because I am keen to hear what they have to say.

    People complain about a lack on concentration span and I think perhaps podcasts like this are the issue. The brain knows that most of what it receives in the modern world is worthless. In this case, content (for reasons beyond me) is spaced out so thinly between the puerile drivel that th... more

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    Ahhhhhhhh12224
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great info & entertaining….

    What a great resource! I read the articles in the Digital NY TIMES and I enjoy learning so many things about products or services I am about to purchase or subscribe. Thank you so much—sounds like a fun job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ddot4116
    United States2 months ago
  • Giggly

    A lot of giggling and laughter that distracted from the valuable content the hosts were trying to convey. At times, I felt like I was sitting at a table with a group of cackling moms rather than listening to an educational podcast. The hosts also reminded me of the gossipy, judgy cliques you might find at the office. I love the concept of the show, but the constant laughter, side conversations, and hints of gossipy, overly eager personalities were just too annoying. I understand that not everyth... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cococakes34567
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Some hear a strong feminine vibe; others findHosts relatable and engaging.
Listeners appreciate clear, practical testing and credible recommendations.
Giggly banter distracts from content; interests lie in actionable picks, not office gossip.
A mix of praise for usefulness of advice and criticism about pacing and humor.
Guests and experts are valued for concrete takeaways and testing transparency.

Chart Rankings

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

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Much Health Data Is Too Much?
Q: Do you think that there are other risks of tracking to this degree?
Clisset identifies medical risks, including anxiety and incidental findings that can lead to unnecessary care, as well as privacy risks because many apps, wearables and AI tools are not covered by HIPAA.
How Much Health Data Is Too Much?
Q: So did you find that the daily tracking was helpful? I'm curious what worked and what didn't.
Clisset found wearables useful as accountability tools for noticing sleep trends and guiding exercise, but cautioned that tracking may cause anxiety for some people.
Wirecutter's All-Time Favorite Slippers
Q: Do you have any tips for rehabilitating an old pair of slippers if somebody has something that maybe they think there could be more life in it, but it's not quite as comfortable as it used to be?
Jen recommends cleaning slippers periodically, spot-cleaning spills promptly, and replacing worn insoles in pairs such as L.L.Bean shearling slippers to restore cushioning and extend their life.
Wirecutter's All-Time Favorite Slippers
Q: How do you advise people to think through which kind of slipper is going to be best for them?
Jen says to consider how warm the wearer wants their feet to be and how they plan to use the slippers. Shearling is warmest, while felted wool is more breathable; rubber soles suit outdoor use, while softer soles offer flexibility indoors.
The Best Soundbars (Plus Lessons from 40 Years of Audio Testing)
Q: What are the things that you would tell them to figure out about their TV, the room it's in, their setup, the way they watch before they look at your guide and start deciding on what they might want?
Consider the kinds of movies or events watched, preferred listening volume and room size. For dialogue problems, look for a soundbar with adjustable voice enhancement.

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The show centers on practical, tested guidance for everyday products, drawn from Wirecutter's rigorous, multi-journalist testing. Episodes feature in-depth discussions with Wirecutter writers and external experts across beauty, home, tech, and sustainability, unpacking testing methodologies, real-world use, and clear recommendations across price points. While the tone blends accessible banter with expert insight, listeners likely value actionable takeaways, transparent testing behind picks, and a steady stream of category-spanning product education.

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2. Caitlin McGarry
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4. Nancy Redd
5. Brent Butterworth
6. Tanya Sichynsky
7. Maki Yazawa
8. Mary Bartz

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