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Podcast: Jean & Mike Do The New York Times Crossword
Episode: Friday, September 5, 2025 - A delightful debut!
Description: This was an awesome debut by Bryan Cheong, who is, astonishingly, only 14 years old. You would not know it from the crossword, though: the clues are sharp and the fill as crisp as can be. Definitely 5 squares on the JAMCR scale, and we are on the edge of our seats waiting for Bryan's second crossword.In honor of the day (Friday), we also have a Fun Fact Fridayβ’οΈ segment, about Phoebe Ann Mosey; and if you don't recognize that name, faer not, you'll assuredly recognize her stage name, which we cover, along with much more, in today's segm...