Your puzzle diet just got an upgrade! On this season of Hello, Puzzlers! (the podcast formerly known as The Puzzler), New York Times bestselling author A.J. Jacobs and Chief Puzzle Officer Greg Pliska bring you celebrity puzzle showdowns, head-to-head word battles, and insider news straight from the Puzzle Lab. Expect anagrams, palindromes, quirky originals–and plenty of laughs. Subscribe to the Hello, Puzzlers! podcast today for more puzzling puzzles that will puzzle you, puzzlingly. Can’t wait for the next episode? Join our Patreon community to get bonus content and original puzzles from A.J. and Greg. Patreon.com/HelloP...
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Sep 28, 2026 · 40:46
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: puzzle lover and the founder of Open Machine, Allie Miller ! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way…
Sep 25, 2026 · 21:12
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg cook up some more spicy geography-themed puzzles. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on…
Sep 23, 2026 · 18:48
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Sep 21, 2026 · 31:09
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: the host of 99% Invisible , Roman Mars! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Sep 18, 2026 · 24:51
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Sep 16, 2026 · 22:06
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Sep 14, 2026 · 34:11
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: creator of the youtube channel RobWords and co-host of the "Words Unravelled" podcast, certified word nerd Rob Watts! Join host A.J.…
Sep 11, 2026 · 27:55
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the past season. Hello,…
Sep 9, 2026 · 36:27
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the past season. Hello,…
Sep 7, 2026 · 1:01:17
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the past season. Hello,…
Sep 4, 2026 · 24:38
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a special listener-submitted puzzle extravaganza! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Sep 2, 2026 · 33:57
Hello, Puzzlers! Today in exciting puzzle news: we're launching a home game! Bring the fun of audio-based puzzling into your home with Earbus! Order today at…
Aug 31, 2026 · 33:34
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: Chris Winterbauer and Lizzie Bassett from the awesome movie podcast " What Went Wrong "! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they…
Aug 28, 2026 · 28:27
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg cook up some spicy hot food-themed puzzles. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Aug 26, 2026 · 20:41
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a special listener-submitted puzzle extravaganza! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Aug 24, 2026 · 21:06
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Aug 21, 2026 · 26:10
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg try to stump each other with animal-themed puzzles. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins…
Aug 19, 2026 · 20:13
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Aug 17, 2026 · 31:38
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: creator of the daily puzzle game typonyms , Ben Deeb! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new…
Aug 14, 2026 · 26:28
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg cook up some sizzling hot music-themed puzzles to serve to our listeners! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their…
Aug 12, 2026 · 18:34
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Aug 10, 2026 · 42:48
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: comedian, former writer for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and co-host of "But Also with Michael and Asher," Michael Cruz Kayne!…
Aug 7, 2026 · 25:13
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg experiment in the puzzle lab with some extra spicy geography-themed puzzles. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and…
Aug 5, 2026 · 58:09
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. talks with game designer Mike Selinker about designing one of the craziest puzzle hunts of all time, and later they are joined by the winner to…
Aug 3, 2026 · 44:29
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: author of Math for English Majors , Ben Orlin! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins…
Jul 31, 2026 · 24:32
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg answer an age-old question: is it a Pokémon, a latin phrase, or a spell from Harry Potter? Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they…
Jul 29, 2026 · 20:28
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Explore more laughs from around the world here:…
Jul 27, 2026 · 44:33
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: creator of the Murdle daily murder mystery puzzle and book series, G.T. Karber! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and…
Jul 24, 2026 · 18:30
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jul 22, 2026 · 20:29
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jul 20, 2026 · 42:08
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: author of Useless Etymology , Jess Zafarris! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on…
Jul 17, 2026 · 25:08
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg celebrate emojis and have their fandom knowledge tested. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new…
Jul 15, 2026 · 24:27
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jul 13, 2026 · 1:01:17
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: a very special episode with longtime editor of the New York Times crossword, Will Shortz! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and…
Jul 10, 2026 · 25:53
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jul 8, 2026 · 22:05
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jul 6, 2026 · 39:31
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the past season. Hello,…
Jul 3, 2026 · 30:10
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jul 1, 2026 · 24:48
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Watch Shrey win the Scripps National Spelling Bee here Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they…
Jun 29, 2026 · 41:19
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes from the past season. Hello,…
Jun 26, 2026 · 21:52
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jun 24, 2026 · 25:28
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jun 22, 2026 · 46:33
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: comedian and friend-of-the-podcast, Ophira Eisenberg! Make sure to check out her new special, I Used to be Nicer on VEEPS! Join host A.J.…
Jun 19, 2026 · 19:41
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jun 17, 2026 · 18:29
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jun 15, 2026 · 36:27
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: pun champion and founder of A Little Nudge , Erika Ettin! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through…
Jun 12, 2026 · 20:17
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg present puzzling puzzles to one another. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jun 10, 2026 · 19:45
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jun 8, 2026 · 36:38
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat actor Erica Hernandez! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way…
Jun 5, 2026 · 22:00
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg get some ill-advised medical advice and turn it into a puzzle, and play a listener-submitted puzzle! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as…
Jun 3, 2026 · 20:56
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Jun 1, 2026 · 38:36
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: comedian and creator of HERE: The (Improvised) Musical , Tara DeFrancisco! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and…
May 29, 2026 · 24:45
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg celebrate an important holiday and play a listener-submitted puzzle! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way…
May 27, 2026 · 20:37
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
May 25, 2026 · 37:44
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: CEO of Dropout TV and host of Game Changer , Sam Reich! You can back the Kickstarter for Game Changer: Home Edition at this link until…
May 22, 2026 · 17:07
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg talk precious gems, famous trios, and bust some pernicious stereotypes. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their…
May 20, 2026 · 22:43
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
May 18, 2026 · 38:05
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: enjoy this live episode recorded at the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Stamford, Connecticut on 4/12/2026 with special guest Sam Ezersky, editor…
May 15, 2026 · 23:15
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg talk mangled movies and celebrate a special birthday. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new…
May 13, 2026 · 24:31
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
May 11, 2026 · 42:11
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: enjoy this live episode recorded at the Caveat theater in NYC on 4/14/2026 with special guest Wyna Liu, editor of the New York Times Connections! Join…
May 8, 2026 · 27:55
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
May 6, 2026 · 20:07
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
May 4, 2026 · 41:07
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: content creators, podcasters, and winners of The Amazing Race Season 33, Kim and Penn Holderness! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as…
May 1, 2026 · 21:15
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg go over some puzzle news and play some May-inspired puzzles. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through…
Apr 29, 2026 · 20:06
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Apr 27, 2026 · 37:57
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: comedian and host of "Adulting with Michelle Buteau and Jordan Carlos," Jordan Carlos! Order his new book Choreplay now! Join host A.J.…
Apr 24, 2026 · 28:24
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg discuss some puzzle news and read listener mail. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins…
Apr 22, 2026 · 23:02
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Apr 20, 2026 · 37:30
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: author of Where'd You Go, Bernadette , Maria Semple! You can order her new book Go Gentle at this link ! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his…
Apr 17, 2026 · 31:00
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back some of our favorite episodes from the past season. We'll be back…
Apr 15, 2026 · 45:07
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back some of our favorite episodes from the past season. We'll be back…
Apr 13, 2026 · 47:56
Hello, Puzzlers! While the team is busy cooking up more puzzling goodies in the puzzler lab, we're bringing back some of our favorite episodes from the past season. We'll be back…
Apr 10, 2026 · 26:33
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg discuss some puzzle news and read listener mail. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins…
Apr 8, 2026 · 21:29
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Apr 6, 2026 · 40:40
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: comedian and friend-of-the-show Myq Kaplan! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on…
Apr 3, 2026 · 29:36
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Apr 1, 2026 · 29:24
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Mar 30, 2026 · 22:35
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Mar 27, 2026 · 24:51
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg read some listener mail and play listener-submitted puzzles. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through…
Mar 25, 2026 · 25:34
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Mar 23, 2026 · 41:53
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: former host of HQ Trivia and current host of TextSavvy on the Savvy mobile game show app, Scott Rogowsky! You can download Savvy at…
Mar 20, 2026 · 29:40
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: our puzzling segments with two VIP patrons from our January livestream! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through…
Mar 18, 2026 · 26:57
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: two puzzles from two Pliskas! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams…
Mar 16, 2026 · 44:39
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: The New Yorker crossword constructor Natan Last! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new…
Mar 13, 2026 · 24:43
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Mar 11, 2026 · 26:24
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Mar 9, 2026 · 41:45
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: puzzle-maker Sandy Weisz! Check out his daily word transformation game RADDLE ! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and…
Mar 6, 2026 · 27:40
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. and Greg read some listener mail and discuss some puzzle news. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new…
Mar 4, 2026 · 23:26
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Mar 2, 2026 · 41:15
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: actor, comedian, and host of the "Judge John Hodgman" podcast, John Hodgman! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and…
Feb 27, 2026 · 28:14
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: we play a listener-submitted puzzle, find monsters hidden in words, and celebrate Greg's birthday with a special puzzle! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his…
Feb 25, 2026 · 25:46
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Feb 23, 2026 · 45:12
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: host of "The Economics of Everyday Things," Zachary Crockett! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way…
Feb 20, 2026 · 30:21
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: Greg recounts some moments and puzzles from the recent MIT Mystery Hunt! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through…
Feb 18, 2026 · 22:42
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Feb 16, 2026 · 37:23
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: former Survivor contestant and author of "Escape!", Stephen Fishbach! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their…
Feb 13, 2026 · 26:03
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: Greg and A.J. present puzzling puzzles to each other. Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old…
Feb 11, 2026 · 33:45
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg play some puzzles from Lone Shark Games! You can purchase The Hunting of the Shark puzzle book from their website ! Join host A.J. Jacobs and…
Feb 9, 2026 · 47:13
Hello, Puzzlers! Puzzling with us today: author Brad Meltzer! Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like…
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