Episodes

  • Can crosswords save us from the manosphere?
    Mar 27 2026

    Theo and Rob discuss the much-publicised Louis Theroux documentary on the manosphere, alongside topics ranging from the state of touring theatre to the romantic poets. They also get their teeth into the latest Guardian quick crossword, which turns out to be another head-scratcher. And listen out to some hot off the press guest news!


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17436


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    58 mins
  • On cherishing the school run, and marking a milestone
    Mar 20 2026

    Theo and Rob contemplate something that has been a big part of their lives: the school run, and how despite sometimes feeling like a grind, it shouldn't be wished away. They also celebrate the fact they've both reached an important moment with their respective creative projects. And, of course, tackle a crossword.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17429


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    59 mins
  • Is America, like the ice rain in Montreal, deluging us all?
    Mar 13 2026

    As Rob braces for an incoming ice storm, he and Theo get on their soapboxes to pontificate on the mission creep of American cultural influence. They also tackle a crossword that is festooned in question marked clues, which is never a good sign.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17424


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    59 mins
  • A quickie in the south of France
    Mar 7 2026

    Rob takes a break from his family holiday in Bordeaux - and ominous world events - to join Theo in tackling a crossword which turns out to have an interesting surprise in store.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17420


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    47 mins
  • Wuthering Heights, ice hockey and Quebec's eclectic music scene
    Feb 27 2026

    After a brief hiatus Theo and Rob reunite to catch up over another crossword, and discuss a characteristically wide array of topics ranging from the challenges of reading Wuthering Heights on holiday to a viral avant garde Canadian band.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17412


    Watch Angine de Poitrine on KEXP:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ssi-9wS1so


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    54 mins
  • Climate change, Bad Bunny and the Winter Olympics
    Feb 13 2026

    Theo and Rob are back on their respective sides of the Atlantic and get their teeth into some meaty - and admittedly somewhat depressing - conversation topics, either side of a pleasingly distracting crossword. They also hail Bad Bunny's continent-salving appearance at the Super Bowl halftime show, and the Canadian women's hockey team.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17399


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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • On channelling creativity via the pomodoro technique
    Feb 5 2026

    Together again, this time in London, Theo and Rob discuss their creative projects, which they've been working on using the popular 'pomodoro', or tomato timer method. They also tackle another crossword while keeping one eye on the Australian Open tennis, and (finally) go through their list of 'pod fod'.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17390


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    44 mins
  • Carney tackles Trump, and what about Oedipus Becks?
    Jan 30 2026

    Reunited in Herne Bay, England, and having already caught up on personal matters, Theo and Rob tackle some of the pressing issues of the day, from the Canadian PM's speech at the Davos summit to the intrafamilial war that has broken out among the Beckhams. They also attempt to tackle a crossword at speed so they can collect their takeaway in time.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17385


    Contact us:

    twoacrosspod@gmail.com


    Follow Jacky (Rob's sister) and her wine resistance:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAkGdKb8bVI


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    48 mins