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Fill Me In

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Fill Me In is a crossword podcast, or at least, that"s what it pretends to be. Most of the time, it"s about other things (including, but not limited to: soup, Thor, Rosana Ñler, sandwiches, Stephen Sondheim, Viewer Mail, vuvuzelas, inappropriate glorification of the E Division, and more), but occasionally, we also talk about crosswords.

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All Episodes

01:13:50

Fill Me In #313: You never forget a smell.

Fill Me In ·

2021/09/21

This week, Ryan and Brian dip into flying, the Japanese feudal class system, Ed Asner, and they promote Rachel Fabi as the next host of Jeopardy! There's a new contest crossword at https://bit.ly/fmi313con, and we hang out on Twitch on Saturdays (4 PT/7 ET) at https://twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics. If you get bored, write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feeling philanthropic, donate to our Patreon. We shout out the names of our patrons on the first new episode of each month! Do you

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01:46:50

Fill Me In #312: Lesson from life: when you touch it,...

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2021/09/14

This week, Ryan and Brian take a deep dive into ETA clues, revisit their love for "Crossword Mysteries," and the Thunder Round is a week of USA Today puzzles! There's a contest crossword at https://bit.ly/fmi311con, and we hang out on Twitch on Saturdays (4 PT/7 ET) at https://twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics. If you get bored, write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feeling philanthropic, donate to our Patreon. We shout out the names of our patrons on the first new episode of each month! Do

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01:46:10

Fill Me In #311: Disemvowelment ... in which the...

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2021/09/07

This week, Ryan and Brian arbitrarily launch Season 7 of "Fill Me In" with a visit from Ben "The Barnacle" Zimmer. Topics include vowel omissions, puzzle pain, and a potential new arc for the show. There's a new contest crossword at https://bit.ly/fmi311con, and we expect to be streaming again on Saturday (4 PT/7 ET) at https://twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics. Stuff to click: "Want to Join My Crossword Group Chat?" (New York Times, 8/31/21) Just Gridding! (the blog you should visit a, because it's

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01:59:29

Fill Me In #310: I smoked a chicken last night.

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2021/08/31

This week, Ryan and Brian tie off Season 6 of Fill Me In with a double episode devoted to extensive Viewer Mail and a thorough recap of Lollapuzzoola. Question of the week: What should be the story arc for Season 7? Write us at fmi@bemoresmarter.com with your suggestion! If you get bored, write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feeling philanthropic, donate to our Patreon. We shout out the names of our patrons on the first new episode of each month! Do you enjoy our show? Actually,

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01:05:20

Fill Me In #309: It's going to eat the malt.

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2021/08/17

This week, Ryan and Brian talk about the history and evolution of ATE clues, wonder if there are plants native to Detroit, and marvel at the excessive cost of old baseball cards. There's a contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi308con, and ... well, there's usually a Twitch promotion here, but the stream is on hiatus until early September. Shameless promo you probably know about: Lollapuzzoola is on August 21. Sign up today at www.bemoresmarter.com! If you get bored, write

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01:07:41

Fill Me In #308: In which matzo ball soup is a salad.

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2021/08/10

This week, Ryan and Brian take deep dives into sandwiches (sorry), ALE (as a crossword entry), and a handful of puzzles they both enjoyed! There's a new contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi308con, and ... well, there's usually a Twitch promotion here, but the stream is on hiatus until early September. Shameless promo you probably know about: Lollapuzzoola is on August 21. Sign up today at www.bemoresmarter.com! If you get bored, write something for the Fill Me In wiki

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01:20:33

Fill Me In #307: How many gallons go down in a flush?

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2021/08/03

This week, Ryan and Brian check in with Crucinova.com, and sit down for a chat with editor Lisa Bunker. Also included: an unrelated story about how Emperor Palpatine made Ryan sick, a deep dive into ORE clues, and the briefest of Viewer Mail. There's a contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi306con, and you should check out our weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Shameless promo you probably know about: Lollapuzzoola is

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01:09:03

Fill Me In #306: Gonzo would eat anything for an...

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2021/07/27

This week, Ryan and Brian reflect on hot sauce, explore the various ELIs in crosswords, and learn that knickers are not socks. There's a new contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi306con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Shameless promo you probably know about: Lollapuzzoola is on August 21. Sign up today at www.bemoresmarter.com! If you get bored, write something

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01:24:45

Fill Me In #305: It could be called “The Kathryn...

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2021/07/20

This week, we get a visit from the Barnacle where we learn some new words and word origins, all courtesy of Ben Zimmer's signature linguistic brilliance. Also included: a supervocalic or two, a thunder round, and a Viewer Mail from Brian's father! There's an ongoing contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi303con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. In particular, join us

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01:14:58

Fill Me In #304: One box at a time.

Fill Me In ·

2021/07/13

This week, we delve a bit deeper into old puzzles, learn how to pronounce a name, read old poetry, and attempt to sort out seals and spiders. There's a contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi303con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Stuff to click: The Pre-Shortzian Puzzle Project (no longer being updated, but still cool) The Lay of the One Fish Ball The entirety of

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01:38:24

Fill Me In #303: We have three pounds of cream cheese...

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2021/07/06

This week, we revisit a puzzle from 1953, introduce two new clubs, and get a surprise on-the-street interview with Tyler Hinman whilst eating pizza. There's a new contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi303con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Stuff to click: Crosswords and cryptic crosswords at The New Yorker Wordplay column featuring commentary from Kameron Austin

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01:14:26

Fill Me In #302: Not hanging out with us, and...

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2021/06/29

This week, Brian is in Maine and Ryan still can't sell Wingspan. Also: other word games, the history of AREA, a personal P&A challenge, and a new club! There's a contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi301con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. If you get bored, write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feeling philanthropic, donate to our Patreon. We

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01:16:34

Fill Me In #301: Whether you like it or not, the...

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2021/06/22

This week, Ryan and Brian discuss the history of ERA clues, talk through the past week of NYT crosswords, and announce one or two details about Lollapuzzoola 14. There's a new contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi301con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. If you get bored, write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feeling philanthropic, donate to our

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01:22:06

Fill Me In #300: Have we started?

Fill Me In ·

2021/06/15

This week, Ryan and Brian blast to the past and revisit some older puzzles to see how they've held up over time. In current events, there's still a contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi299con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. If you get bored, write something for the Fill Me In wiki. And if you're feeling philanthropic, donate to our Patreon. We shout out the

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01:20:01

Fill Me In #299: I spend a lot of my time subtracting...

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2021/06/08

This week, Ryan and Brian open with puzzles, talk about puzzles, and actually it's all quite surprising the amount of proper puzzle content. It's almost like 299 episodes in, they figured out what to do. (Narrator: They didn't.) There's a new contest crossword, which you can download at https://bit.ly/fmi299con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. If you get bored, write something for the

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01:29:06

Fill Me In #298: Hexagons don't look like flowers.

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2021/06/01

"Explicit," you say? This week, Ben Zimmer (aka "The Barnacle") stops by to talk about a bunch of dirty words! Ryan expresses his love for Sinead O'Connor, Brian is scared of financial risk, and the Patreon music timed out really well! There's a contest crossword, which you can download at http://bit.ly/fmi297con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Stuff to click: Webster's War of the Words

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01:24:32

Fill Me In #297: 3-Down!

Fill Me In ·

2021/05/25

This week, Ryan and Brian talk about ass (no, actually, like the ways it's been clued in puzzles), read a selection from a relatively old play (also actually, yes), and take great joy in being (not actually) featured in a recent #NYTXW! There's a new contest crossword, which you can download at http://bit.ly/fmi297con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Stuff to click: "In the Plain Air"

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01:19:09

Fill Me In #296: Tomorrow's lunch today.

Fill Me In ·

2021/05/18

This week, Ryan and Brian discuss at least five musicals, one obsolete baseball player, and whether you like it or not, a sandwich. Also, Oracle II: Return of the Oracle! There's a contest crossword, which you can download at http://bit.ly/fmi295con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Stuff to click: Contact the USA Today folks and tell them they have an amazing crossword and a

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01:31:40

Fill Me In #295: I like the vegetables.

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2021/05/11

This week, Ryan and Brian discuss the serenity of board games, the genius of Jack Lemmon, and the quality of celery. There's a new contest crossword, which you can download at http://bit.ly/fmi295con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Stuff to click: Trash Panda Puzzles Connections Online Quiz League, information Connections Online Quiz League, US Finals If you get bored, write something

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01:14:43

Fill Me In #294: For the benefit of people.

Fill Me In ·

2021/05/04

Brian has returned from the UNDERWATERTOILET (16)! This week, Ryan and Brian talk about raisins, tough blogs, and other things that are better than Split Decisions. There's a contest crossword, which you can download at http://bit.ly/fmi293con, and you should check out our twice-weekly Twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/nextdoorcomics on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4pm PT / 7pm ET. Stuff to click: Crosswords with a Kick Crosshare.org Pandora's Blocks If you get bored, write something for the

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