Anna Shechtman

Join A. J. Jacobs, a journalist famed for his quirky lifestyle experiments and puzzle passion, alongside Anna Shechtman, a crossword constructor and author focusing on gender in puzzle-making. They delve into the evolving love for word games like Wordle, exploring how puzzles became a comforting distraction during chaotic times. Discover the artistry in puzzle creation, the joy of collaborative problem-solving, and the heartwarming stories of how crosswords provide solace and inclusivity for many.

Writer and cruciverbalist Anna Shechtman discusses the sexual politics of language, feminist history of crosswords, and the pleasure in creating and solving puzzles. Topics include écriture feminine, psychoanalysis, Lacan's advice on crosswords, and the complexities of language, feminism, and sexuality. Plenty of puns, frank talk about therapy, and insights into the unconscious mind through crossword puzzles.