On this autumnal October eve, David and Daniel deal with the lack of Lindsey. Though they stumble at first, they achieve a solve as they get their rocks on. David spews good news regarding the novelization of Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” in particular, the audio version read by Jennifer Jason Leigh. https://www.amazon.com/Once-upon-Time-Hollywood-Novel/dp/B08PHDM69B Daniel has been building up to a Carpenter binge, and 'tis the season for the scares. The Fog, Halloween, They Live, Escape from New York and more. But ESPECIALLY The Thing. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084787/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

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Ep 66: Oct 7, 2021

On this organic almost autumn eve, David and Daniel convene their thinkers to solve the major problem of our Times. They discuss pizza toppings, anatomy, and their efforts are second to none. Daniel is cautiously excited about the efforts of one Joseph Gordon-Leavitt in his new Apple TV series, “Mr. Corman.” https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10971064/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_6 David, meanwhile, harkens back to some early Taika and praises his second major film, “Boy.” https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1560139/?ref_=nm_flmg_dr_19

Ep 65: Sep 16, 2021

On this sultry September evening our fine worders work wonders, finishing the puzz with minutes to spare. They discuss fencing, fighting, revenge..true love... Daniel recommends you trekkies makes tracks directly to the streambox to enjoy the newest and crassest entry into trek canon: Star Trek: Lower Decks. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9184820/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 David says if you're looking for adventure, history, and some wry Fry, try the audio versions of Arthur Conan Doyle's own Sherlock Holmes, narrated by Stephen Fry.  https://www.audible.com/pd/Sherlock-Holmes-Audiobook/B06WLMWF2S Lindsey loves you so much that she felt compelled to mentions some awesome episodes of Ted Lasso.  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14968642/?ref_=ttep_ep5 

Ep 64: Sep 2, 2021

As we round the bend and wend our way into the bottom half of 2021, the intrepid crosspodders do their duty to queen and country, solving the grey lady’s cryptic (but not really) crossword once again. They discuss shapes, Korean currency, and some big concepts. Lindsey can’t utter enough praise for the new HBO series “Hacks” starring Jean Smart as a storied female comedian striving for relevancy in a shifting world of comedic expectations. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11815682/?ref_=vp_vi_tt_p Daniel invites you to return to the Mooooovies and see Vin Diesel, or anything else really. Da popcorn, da sticky floors, da previews. All dat good stuff. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cL_g5GisIM

Ep 63: July 1, 2021

On this, May six, Lindsey and Daniel do what’s necessary to eke out a win at the last second. Believe me. The. Last. Second. Calls were mades, boxes were checked…it was a whole thing. Lindsey gushes about the writing of Sally Rooney as well as the TV adaptation of her novel, “Normal People.” She lauds the realness of the characters and the access to their inner selves. https://www.amazon.com/Normal-People-Novel-Sally-Rooney/dp/1984822179 Daniel submits a series on Apple TV called “For All Mankind.” Created by Ronald Moore (Battlestar Galactica), this story explores how things might have turned out differently for America and the world if the Russians were first to land on the moon. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7772588/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Ep 62: May 6, 2021

As April ends and warmer weather looms large, our full compliment of solvers find it easier than ever to totes dom the NYT crossword. They discuss woes, whoas, and have a spicy discussion about the Scoville test. Daniel wants you to take a look inside the twisted comic minds of Robert Webb and David Mitchell. “Peep Show” is a great place to start. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0387764/?ref_=nm_knf_i2 David declares “The Parisian” by Isabella Hammad is très bien. French-familiar readers need not apply. Because you're hired! https://www.amazon.com/Parisian-Isabella-Hammad/dp/0802129439 Lindsey can’t get enough true art crime, and bids you watch “This is a Robbery” on Netflix. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0387764/?ref_=nm_knf_i2

Ep 61: Apr 29, 2021

On this, the ides of April, Daniel and Lindsey get to solvin’ without the great David. Will they make it to the end?? Take a listen to see. Lindsey and Daniel have plenty to say about the MCU, focusing on “Falcon and the Winter Soldier.”

Ep 60: Apr 15, 2021

On this springly April eve, our savvy solvers vie for victory in all things crossword. Do they succeed?? They discuss physicists, monsters, and a bit of French. Lindsey lauds the collections and collaborations of Artist Margaret Jeane Smith. https://www.margaretjeane.com/about2 Daniel stylishly recommends a Netflix competition show: Next in Fashion. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10394770/ David makes good on his promise to review another police drama, singing the praises of this British drama: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2303687/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

Ep 59: Apr 8, 2021

On this day of fools, our intrepid solvers sprint headlong into the fray of words. They discuss restaurants, circular dwellings, and Utah landmarks. Daniel and David recommend a pair of podcasts from Mormon history teller, Lindsey Hansen-Park. To wit: https://www.yearofpolygamy.com https://sunstonemagazine.com/sunstone-history-podcast/ Lindsey talks about the escapism of art and entertainment more broadly, entreating us to eschew the guilt and consume what you like.

Apr 1, 2021

Joe Trevino joins our intrepid hosts in space rather than a velvet cave. They discuss mood lighting, White House nicknames, and the advent of pods. ART SECTION Due to dark and dismal drama, David dissuades his betters from consuming “The Shield,” but if you dare: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0286486/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Joe spews praise for a bevy of Disney documentaries, almost all on Disney+. The Magical World of Disney https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046593/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 The Boys https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1015971/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Waking Sleeping Beauty https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1159961/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 And MORE! Give it a listen. Daniel finally hitches his wagon to the main stream until he arrives at Schitt’s Creek. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3526078/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Lindsey loves lounging with her lover as they dive deep into a doc on art forgeries. Made You Look https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11994750/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Ep 57: Mar 18, 2021 with Joe Trevino

On this almost spring day our hosts embark on another journey into the heart of puzzling darkness. They discuss Owen Wilson, Parises, and Buzzes in rockets. And Daniel drinks his wife’s dandelion wine. ART SECTION Daniel has started painting, and you can check out his art here: https://www.instagram.com/danielfostersmith/ David gives himself another piggy back by calling back to The Witcher and now also recommends the audiobook. https://www.audible.com/series/The-Witcher-Saga-Audiobooks/B00YU09S0Y Lindsey lives and loves and the enlightening art of Bruce Nauman. https://www.moma.org/artists/4243

Ep 56: Mar 11, 2021

On this great day our intrepid solvers March 4th into a brave new world of clueless answers and answerless clues. They discuss Swiss bread, sports, and some random criticisms. Art Section Daniel keys listeners into a splendid pianist and composer whose youtube minimusicals are nothing short of delightful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnGMYl-njsg&list=PLqKdqdJPDQh27G8-lLyKqSAIUKKWXznzB Lindsey would woo you with the hypnotic videos of Baumgartner Fine Art Restoration. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvZe6ZCbF9xgbbbdkiodPKQ David highly recommends the /Filmcast for all the cinephiles or just plain move lovers. https://www.slashfilm.com/category/features/slashfilmcast/

Ep 55: Mar 4, 2021

On this fine February evening, our dynamic duo becomes a tremendous trio by officially welcome Lindsey Nikola as a cohost. But that’s not all. They all enlist a garrulous guest in the form of one Aaron Paulsen, (aka Scoots Baboo). A good time is had by most, if not all as they totes dom another NYT Thursday puzzle. In the arts: Lindsey lauds artist Avery Williamson and her luscious lines and colors. https://www.instagram.com/aisforavery/?hl=en Aaron aims to elevate the Sierra Leonian guitarist Sooliman Ernest "Rogie" or S. E. Rogie. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjwqceeVxrI Daniel celebrates the discovery of another Christopher Guest masterpiece in the Netflix original, “Mascots.” https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4936176/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 David revel’s in Ridley’s Scott’s, “Raised by Wolves,” as seen on HBO. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9170108/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Follow Scoots Baboo on the Twitch as he solves puzzles almost daily! https://www.twitch.tv/scootsbaboo 

Ep 54: Feb 18, 2021 with Aaron Paulsen (aka Scoots Baboo)

On this night of days, David and Daniel welcome the one and only (and how!), Lindsey Nikola. Again, again, again. They solve the NYT Crossword with ease. And with apps. Here’s their art submissions for the week: David can’t say enough good things about Ann Nocenti’s The Seeds, a graphic novel where bees are swarming and aliens are probing. https://www.amazon.com/Seeds-Ann-Nocenti/dp/150670588X Lindsey boasts about a thoughtful Valentine’s gift from her husband: Crucial Interventions: An Illustrated Treatise on the Principles & Practice of Nineteenth-Century Surgery. Lindsey is now prepared to do surgery on her friends in the coming apocalypse. https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Interventions-Illustrated-Principles-Nineteenth-Century/dp/0500518106 Daniel toots his own horn by sharing a yet unpublished audio story of his own creation about Beehive Distillery. This and other stories will be found in a forthcoming app showcasing the Creative Industries Zone in South Salt Lake City. In the mean time, try some gin. https://beehivedistilling.com

Ep 53: Feb 11, 2021 with Lindsey Nikola

On this fab Feb the 4th, David and Daniel welcome Lindsey again. Again. They discuss your Sedarises, your Googles Fiber, and they consider becoming professional mushers. Daniel recommends checking out “Future Day Saints: Welcome to New Zion” by Matt Page. https://www.etsy.com/listing/800143260/future-day-saints-welcome-to-new-zion?ref=shop_home_feat_1 Lindsey would ask you to (re)consider enjoying “Real Housewives of SLC” as well as the entire franchise. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11363282/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_8 David brings glad tiding of Radiohead’s gift to the world of free live shows on youtube. https://www.youtube.com/user/radiohead Send us your own glad tidings: crosspodwordcast@gmail.com

Ep 52: Feb 4, 2021 with Lindsey Nikola

Do you like crosswords? How about solving it with friends? Listen to the puzzlingly clever duo, David and Daniel, solve the themed Sunday edition of the New York Times crossword puzzle. New episodes weakly?

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