About this episode

The episode discusses various topics including the World Cup and creative expression, featuring original poetry.

The boys are back in (their respective) town(s), and get their teeth into a typically diverse range of topics from the naked commerciality of the World Cup to the importance of conquering shame in one's creative endeavours. On which note, listen out for some poetry at the end of the show. Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17506 Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com Listen to Enthusiasts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p10AAj4tXDtkxfAop3lj2

People in this episode

Hosts: Theo Bosanquet, Rob Cole

Topics covered

• water breaks
• World Cup
• shame
• creative endeavours
• poetry

Keywords

• water breaks
• World Cup
• poetry
• creative shame
• crossword

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: World Cup, The Guardian, Spotify

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