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Crosstalk - A Crossword Construction Podcast

Dive into the intricacies of crossword creation with Crosstalk, the podcast for constructors, aspiring creators, and puzzle enthusiasts alike.

Podcast · By Daniel Grinberg · English · Official site

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  1. Episode · Jul 20, 2026

    Episode 9: Malaika Handa (opens the original)

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    Daniel and constructor Malaika Handa discuss unlocking puzzle memories, how constructors are like astronauts, mastering the midi, the agony of Sundays, the qualities of a stellar seed entry, fitting cluing styles to venues, the art of crossword criticism, tips for good mentorship, solvers' parasocial assumptions, the newfound allure of hard puzzles, boundary-pushing entries, the Timothée Chalamet opera controversy, and much, much more.

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