The Past, Present, and Future of the Crossword Puzzle
The Past, Present, and Future of the Crossword Puzzle  
Podcast: All Of It
Published On: Wed Dec 17 2025
Description: A new book about puzzles claims 36 million Americans solve crosswords once a week or more, and nearly 23 million solve them daily. Natan Last, a researcher, policy advisor, writer, and crossword constructor in New York City, joins us to discuss his book, Across the Universe: The Past, Present, and Future of the Crossword Puzzle.