Unlock the secrets of Scrabble with Woogles creators César Del Solar and Jesse Day, who join us to discuss the power of two-letter words and parallel plays that can transform your word game skills. As we chat with these Scrabble aficionados, we uncover not only their journeys into the world of competitive Scrabble but also how their diverse backgrounds and love for the game led to the inception of Woogles. Their friendly banter on topics from condiments to the platform's chess-inspired beginnings gives a glimpse into the camaraderie and passion fueling their successful, polished online presence, crafted when the world went virtual.

Play Woogles:

(00:00) - Introduction and Importance of Two-Letter Words in Scrabble
(00:33) - Podcast Introduction and Guest Background
(02:17) - Discussion on Woogles and Its Creation
(02:50) - Geographical Locations and Personal Connections
(03:29) - Inspiration Behind Woogles
(06:54) - Development of AI for Scrabble
(08:39) - Challenges of Building AI for Scrabble
(12:39) - Woogles as a Nonprofit Organization
(14:55) - Personal Experiences and Love for Words
(20:20) - Tips for New Scrabble Players
(23:34) - Introduction of Puzzle Mode in Woogles
(25:49) - Understanding Wordle and Its Popularity
(27:18) - Personal Experiences with Wordle
(27:46) - Incorporating Virality into Word Games
(28:32) - Sharing and Promoting Games on Social Media
(29:13) - Exploring Other Favorite Word Games
(31:37) - The Challenge of Balancing Features for Different User Groups
(33:02) - The Journey into Gaming and Programming
(40:00) - Comparing Non-Profit and Startup Experiences

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