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The Wirecutter Show is a podcast offering expert advice on everyday products that will make your life better. Each week, co-hosts Christine Cyr Clisset and Caira Blackwell, alongside producer Rosie Guerin, speak with Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists and other expert guests for actionable advice, surprising life hacks, and delightful product discoveries. From which stand-mixer will last you a lifetime, to the best way to travel with pets, to figuring out if your smart lock is spying on ...
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We’re fielding listener questions with pro tips for delighting picky friends, impossible relatives, and other challenging recipients on your holiday list. Guest: Staff writer Samantha Schoech Products we recommend: Beautiful Utilitarian Upgrades: Brushed Stainless Steel French Press Rough Linen Robe Personalized Gifts: Handwriting Cuff bracelet Per…
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This week, we dive into our gift team’s best-in-class tips for finding awesome affordable gifts for everyone on your list. Guest: Wirecutter editor Hannah Morrill Additional Reading The 45 Best Gifts for Teens in 2024 43 Best Gifts for Frequent Travelers of 2024 25 Best Gifts for Plant Lovers of 2024 The 39 Absolute Best White Elephant Gifts Under …
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Most of the deals you’ll see for Black Friday and Cyber Week aren’t worth your time. This week, we reveal how to actually get a deal that’s worth your money. Guest: Wirecutter senior deals editor Nathan Burrow Products we recommend: The best bluetooth speaker: Bluetooth Speaker: Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Nathan Recommends: Turntable: Pro-Ject Debu…
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Thanksgiving is (almost) here, and this week Wirecutter experts share their best last-minute tips to make your holiday a success. Guests: Wirecutter staffers Hannah Morrill, Rose Lorre, Lee Neikirk, Lauren Dragan, Ellen Airhart, James Austin, Phil Ryan, Michael Sullivan, Ben Frumin Products we recommend: Graza Sizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil Taza Mex…
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Few ingredients are as loved (and villainized) as butter. We discuss how to pick a great butter, and the best ones for eating, cooking, and baking. Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Lesley Stockton Additional Reading: The 7 Best Butters of 2024 The Best Vegan Butter Products We Recommend: Kerrygold Salted Butter Isigny Ste Mère Salted Butter Finlandia…
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NYT’s Sam Sifton and Wirecutter's Lesley Stockton reveal their pro tips for Thanksgiving success—from menu planning and hosting to the essential kitchen gear. Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Lesley Stockton and assistant managing editor of The New York Times Sam Sifton Additional Reading: Thanksgiving: How to Cook It Well by Sam Sifton The B…
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Making dinner every night can be a challenge. This week, we talk with Emily Weinstein, of New York Times Cooking, about how to overcome the monotony. Additional Reading: Easy Weeknight Dinners 100 Fast, Flavor-Packed Meals for Busy People Who Still Want Something Good to Eat by Emily Weinstein and New York Times Cooking When You Love To Cook But Al…
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Many people unknowingly put their pet in danger while driving or flying. This week, we talk about how to keep your furry friends safe and calm when traveling. Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Mel Plaut Additional Reading: The 6 Best Travel Carriers for Cats and Small Dogs of 2024 Flying With Your Cat or (Small) Dog The 7 Best Multi-Tools of 2024 Prod…
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Millions of Americans are exposed to unhealthy levels of noise every day. This episode we discuss how to tell if you’re at risk of hearing loss and what to do about it. Guest: Wirecutter senior writer Lauren Dragan Additional Reading: The 4 Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones of 2024 The Best Sleep Headphones (But We Hoped for Better) The 3 Best Earpl…
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Quality kitchen gear can last a lifetime–but not every pot, pan, or knife is made to last. This week, we discuss how to invest in durable cookware and tools. Guest: Wirecutter kitchen staff writer, Michael Sullivan Additional Reading: How to Clean and Season Cast-Iron Cookware How to Clean and Care for Wood Cutting Boards The Best Flatware of 2024 …
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In the fall, rodents move indoors, seeking warmth and food. We discuss how to keep these critters out of your home and how to vanquish an infestation. Guest: Wirecutter senior staff writer, Doug Mahoney Additional Reading: The 4 Best Mousetraps of 2024 How a Bag of Dead Rats Proved the Terro Garbage Guard Really Works Products We Recommend: Best Mo…
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The Wirecutter Show is planning a special episode for the holidays and we need your help! Send a voice memo to us at thewirecuttershow@wirecutter.com about your hardest-to-shop-for gift recipients! Let us know: your name and where you're calling in from who your hard-to-please gift recipient is what makes them hard to shop for what they like & don'…
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Buying a vibrator can be tricky without a great recommendation. This week, we discuss why vibrators are still so taboo—and how to pick one you’ll love. Guest: Wirecutter writer Bianca Alba Additional Reading: The Best Vibrators The 6 Best Personal Lubricants of 2024 How to Clean Sex Toys Products We Recommend: The Classic Wand style: Magic Wand Rec…
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This week, we discuss microplastics (the small pieces of plastic that shed off many products), how they may impact your health, and how to mitigate exposure. Guest: Wirecutter's sustainability editor, Katie Okamoto Additional Reading: Microplastics Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Avoid Eating Them. The Best Water Filter Pitcher and Dispenser The Best…
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A natural disaster can happen to anyone, at any time. Are you prepared? Here’s our best advice on what to have on hand. Guest: Wirecutter senior editor Harry Sawyers Additional Reading: The Best Emergency Preparedness Supplies How to Clean a Flooded Basement Everything I Did to Flood-Proof My Old House The Best Hurricane Preparedness Supplies and S…
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We’re getting nerdy about sheets–why you might be unhappy with your current set, how to pick ones you’ll actually love, and the marketing scams to avoid. Guest: Wirecutter senior staff writer Jackie Reeve Additional Reading: The Best Sheets The Best Cotton Sheets The Joy (and Anxiety) of Sleeping on $2,000 Sheets Best Linen Sheets Best Flannel Shee…
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What you need to know before giving your kid a phone, plus the Wirecutter-tested trackers, smartwatches, and phones to consider. Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Ellen Lee & Dr. Devorah Heitner Additional Reading: The Best First Phones for Kids The Best Smartwatches for Kids The Best Parental Control Apps to Manage Screen Time (and Keep Your …
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Expert tips to waste less food — and save on your grocery bill — from Wirecutter kitchen editor Marilyn Ong and New York Times Cooking deputy editor Genevieve Ko. Additional Reading Best Food Storage Containers Best Dry Food Storage Containers The Best Vacuum Sealer Kitchen Compost Bins We Love Products We Recommend Rubbermaid Brilliance Pantry Foo…
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Our best-in-class advice to breathing a little easier. Guest: Wirecutter Senior staff writer Tim Heffernan Additional Reading The Best Air Purifier The $650 LifeStraw Max Water Filter Can Save You From Contaminated Water How Can I Clear My Air of Wildfire Smoke? How to DIY An Air Purifier Products We Recommend Coway Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty LifeStr…
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We’re going deep on laundry—what you’re probably doing wrong, how to actually pretreat stains, and the tips and tricks to make it all easier. Guest: Wirecutter Staff Writer, Andrea Barnes Additional Reading The Best Laundry Detergent So You Stained Your Shirt? Now What The Best Stain Removers The Best Detergent for Hand-Washing Clothes This Steamy …
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Our new podcast aims to solve your everyday problems, with life-changing tips, tricks and product recommendations from Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists. Find out more at nytimes.com/wirecutter. We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecut…
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