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Podcast: Jean & Mike Do The New York Times Crossword
Episode: Friday, December 5, 2025 - Kotoka International, repeat winner of the "Best Airport in Africa" award! 🏆
Description: This was a challenging Friday crossword, the second by James McCarron since August, of the year: in short, he's on a roll. There were some simultaneously terrific (if you like a challenge) and terrifying (if you value your streak) clues. Among the best not mentioned in the podcast were 37D, Minimal coverage provider?, THONG (ha!); 27D, Silent sort, CLAM (not FILM or MIME); and 15D, Show stoppers, sometimes, RAIN (true, dat). Show note imagery: Egyptian football/soccer star Mohamed SALAH, about to do something magicalWe love feedback! Send us a text...Co...