Off-Grid
39 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBefore each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, but hopefully we might intrigue and tempt you to dip your toes in the water.
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Off-Grid Pod 038 Musical Weightlifting Interlude
March 31, 2024 10:55 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBIn #OffGridPod #38, in a musical weightlifting interlude, we each put on a pair of Docs, offer no Oppenheimer spoilers, investigate UFOs, and keep our hands firmly in front of our eyes whilst watching anything of dubious quality. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the ...
Off-Grid Pod 037 Wolf's Hidden Critics
February 25, 2024 11:55 - 46 minutes - 43.1 MBIn #OffGridPod #37, we keep our hair on while remembering episode 1, seek out Wolf's hidden critics, and get the blues. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick ...
Off-Grid Pod 036 Spock’s Logical Queries
January 28, 2024 11:55 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBIt’s a new year of #OffGridPod, where Spock’s logical queries take us into an episode full of whiskers, walruses and… wabbits! Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll als...
Off-Grid Pod 035 Grabbing Tombstones
December 10, 2023 11:55 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIn this episode we grab a handful of out-takes, and let the blood pulse through our veins, as we deal with clichés, telescopes, guns, sponsorships and try not to get madder. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we ...
Off-Grid Pod 034 Ox Tree Documents
May 07, 2023 10:55 - 42 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode we keep our pies in the right categories, go to war, following the lore of the letter, and don't mention Popeye. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll a...
Off-Grid Pod 033 Flaming Purple Pasta
April 23, 2023 10:55 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBWho's the Head Of State? And can he (or you) remember a TV ad that none of us can? Let us know! Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, ...
Off-Grid Pod 032 Off-Stage Summertime Wrecks
April 09, 2023 10:55 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBWe heading close to the edge this time, with polo mints on the coast. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to...
Off-Grid Pod 031 Steam-powered Syndicated Stump
March 26, 2023 10:55 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBIn a crowded episode, we're naming bands, considering designs, and translating puns. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain ...
Off-Grid Pod 030 Cleopatra Bags Fish
March 12, 2023 11:55 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBDo we really love dross? Or are we just Glad to fly kites when we get the chance? Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain ho...
Off-Grid Pod 029 Tracklement Room Misunderstanding
February 26, 2023 11:55 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBBe warned, this could be our cheesiest episode to date. Vegans should perhaps look away, although they may cheer encouragingly at one point. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about t...
Off-Grid Pod 028 Elemental Moon Rays
February 12, 2023 11:55 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBTwo parodists for the price of one, a royal appearance and some... swimming bats? And only a passing bee, for a change. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick ...
Off-Grid Pod 027 Hitch's Papal Pickpockets
December 15, 2022 12:30 - 43 minutes - 40.4 MBNon-sequitur nattering ahoy, as we go clip-crazy, bats about bonuses, and enthuse for extras. Yes, it's a clip-show - a winter warmer to keep the off-grid fires burning. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ (Normally...) Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other...
Off-Grid Pod 026 Bilateral Fox Locomotion
June 19, 2022 10:55 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBIndecisive crustacea, some Wellingtons and a bit of terrible training. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works t...
Off-Grid Pod 025 Lisa's Violet Lambs
June 05, 2022 10:55 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBA quick refresher course on sweet cheeses, lamb and our Monica. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the l...
Off-Grid Pod 024 Tortoise Times
May 22, 2022 10:55 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBWe're all a-twitter about the news, in tune with the 'birds, and off to the islands. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain ...
Off-Grid Pod 023 Roamin' In The Gloamin'
May 08, 2022 10:55 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBWe're on our travels again, both near and far, with tails of assailants of varying sizes. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and exp...
Off-Grid Pod 022 How Cumbersome Is A Cow?
April 24, 2022 10:55 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBKeep cool, kids, and don't have a cow, and we'll give you a penny for your thoughts. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain ...
Off-Grid Pod 021 The Catworm Thingu Edit
April 10, 2022 10:55 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBCall your mummy, because the cats are taking over the worm. Sorry, the world. Shouldn't have left that unedited, really. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick...
Off-Grid Pod 020 Monster Rota
March 27, 2022 10:55 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MBPut on your seven league boots, because we're going to take turns looking at some far-flung creatures. Full show notes are at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue...
Off-Grid Pod 019 Welcome to Knife Point
March 13, 2022 11:55 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBExplorations of New Granada, New Holland and New Poetry are on the agenda today. Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, al...
Off-Grid Pod 018 Don't Panic, Tantalus
February 27, 2022 11:55 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBOnce again, it's all Greek to us, and full of ups and downs, but we're hoping you'll dig-a-dig-dig it all anyway. Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the l...
Off-Grid Pod 017 Sounds Of Cartoon Island
February 13, 2022 11:55 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBA special dog led us astray on the Eurostar, so we had to consult our map, but it turned out to be just a bit out of date. Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works...
Off-Grid Pod 016 Snails Aren't Racing
January 30, 2022 11:55 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MBWe can only assume the experimenters didn't have time to include the snails. Full show notes at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works...
Off-Grid Pod 015 A Handful Of Honey
January 16, 2022 11:55 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBAn old name for a cup and its contents, and how a director's merry dance works. Full show notes at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it wor...
Off-Grid Pod 014 Rabbit Eating Wedding Dress
January 02, 2022 11:55 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBSomething a little different for the new year episode. Full show notes at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and h...
Off-Grid Pod 013 Universally Sized
December 19, 2021 11:55 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBHow to escape from water, and patrons for the superstitious. Full show notes at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listene...
Off-Grid Pod 012 Lisztomania and Silver Rivers
December 05, 2021 11:55 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBAn extended connections run, more orphans, and descriptions of the ...bungalowed? Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Full show notes at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it w...
Off-Grid Pod 011 Gormless Ghosts and Clement Cranes
November 21, 2021 11:55 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBTechnically speaking, it should be pronounced "ghuh-ghuh-ghuh-ghuohwst?!" Some General Knowledge, a mini-quiz, and some fun trivia we didn't necessarily know until just now. Full show notes at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to ...
Off-Grid Pod 010 Molybdenum Flakes
November 07, 2021 11:56 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBDid the Romans appreciate a good Neapolitan? Full show notes at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourse...
Off-Grid Pod 009 Poxy Cows, Angels and Demons
October 24, 2021 10:51 - 50 minutes - 46.8 MBIf it's not one thing, it's the other. Except when it's both at once. Maybe it depends on how you look at it. Full show notes at https://offgrid.tlmb.net/ Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle....
Off-Grid Pod 008 No Time To Kill
October 10, 2021 10:50 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBHello, I'll take a thousand copies please. My name? Sue Doenim. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, bu...
Off-Grid Pod 007 Ideal Courtyard Stardom
September 26, 2021 10:50 - 40 minutes - 37 MBYou're so (57 trillion) square(s), baby I don't care. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, but hopefull...
Off-Grid Pod 006 Silly Sausages
September 12, 2021 10:50 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB*makes spooky noises, and waves hands* Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, but hopefully we might intr...
Off-Grid Pod 005 The King Is Dead
August 29, 2021 10:50 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBIt's all there, in black and white. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, but hopefully we might intrigu...
Off-Grid Pod 004 A Quite Complex Complex
August 15, 2021 10:50 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBLetters entertain you. Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, but hopefully we might intrigue and tempt y...
Off-Grid Pod 003 Play It Again, Sam
August 01, 2021 11:15 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBJust one more thing... Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, but hopefully we might intrigue and tempt y...
Off-Grid Pod 002 Running With Owls
July 18, 2021 10:15 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIf you just mouth it, does that make it an "air-pun"? Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, but hopefull...
Off-Grid Pod 001 How Much Hair?
July 04, 2021 10:15 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBAnd we're off! We'll be needing General Knowledge for this one.... Before each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast,...
Off-Grid Pod 000 Madison Factorial
June 19, 2021 20:19 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBBefore each recording, the hosts & their guest solve a cryptic crossword. In the podcast, we riff on words in the grid or clues (spoilers!), telling each other things we find funny or interesting about them. We'll also pick a favourite clue each, and explain how it works to the listener, and have a mini-quiz, also inspired by the puzzle. You don't have to solve or understand cryptic crosswords yourself to enjoy this podcast, but hopefully we might intrigue and tempt you to dip your toes in th...