About this episode

Michael and Rebecca discuss a unique non-linear crossword theme and address listener feedback.

In February, Michael Lieberman and Rebecca Goldstein collaborated on a Sunday crossword with answers that refused to stay confined to running horizontally or vertically. Well, Michael is back with another impressive, non-linear theme. We have the full analysis inside, as well as a timely bit of listener mail explaining a clue that we wrestled with yesterday. Enjoy! Show note imagery: An Olympian participating in the 2024 Paris Canoe/Kayak Slalom We love feedback! Send us a text... Conta...

People in this episode

Host: Mike

Topics covered

• crossword analysis
• non-linear themes
• listener mail
• puzzle solving
• collaboration

Keywords

• crossword
• puzzle
• analysis
• listener mail
• non-linear

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