Chapter
Disliking Puzzles and Wordplay
24:18 - 28:54 (04:35)
This episode discusses the dislike people have towards puzzles and wordplay by comparing it to crosswords and the different ways words are used in writing.
Clips
Crossword puzzles have recently risen in popularity and become a social activity, despite typically being completed alone.
24:18 - 26:13 (01:54)
Summary
Crossword puzzles have recently risen in popularity and become a social activity, despite typically being completed alone. Wordplay and puns make the puzzles more engaging and enjoyable for a wide range of people.
ChapterDisliking Puzzles and Wordplay
EpisodeCrosswords episode, perhaps?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The approachability of opera references in crosswords has bottlenecked under Maleska's era, making them lazy and inaccessible to individuals who are not into opera.
26:13 - 27:27 (01:14)
Summary
The approachability of opera references in crosswords has bottlenecked under Maleska's era, making them lazy and inaccessible to individuals who are not into opera. The best clues in crosswords are ones that you can probably figure out, and the worst ones are usually the opera or book references where unless you know it, you won't get it.
ChapterDisliking Puzzles and Wordplay
EpisodeCrosswords episode, perhaps?
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The appeal of crosswords lies in their approachability, as they tap into a part of the brain that is not just rote memory.
27:27 - 28:54 (01:27)
Summary
The appeal of crosswords lies in their approachability, as they tap into a part of the brain that is not just rote memory. The mix of general knowledge and cryptic clues creates a satisfying challenge for crossword enthusiasts.