Jean & Mike Do The New York Times Crossword

← Jean & Mike Do The New York Times Crossword10 sept · 12 min

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 — Argh, It's Write Crosswords Like a Pirate Day!

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 — Argh, It's Write Crosswords Like a Pirate Day!10 sept12 min

Our cohosts had very different experiences, solving today's puzzle. Jean cruised through it like the QE2 on a serene summer's day; Mike's journey was more reminiscent of the Vasa's, thanks to a series of stupefying own goals, although he did eventually emerge from the depths, sputtering and muttering oaths like "what the deuce!". Details of the full saga are one click away, so download, listen up, and ... enjoy! Show note imagery: The Vasa, a 17th century Swedish warship that sank in Stockhol...