The Wirecutter Show

By The New York Times

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 Gu... more

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How many episodes does The Wirecutter Show have?

The podcast currently has 63 episodes available.

The Wirecutter Show episodes:

October 23, 2024Life is Too Loud
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 Earplugs for Concerts of 2024
The 5 Best Kids Headphones of 2024
The 4 Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds of 2024
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Kids Is a Growing Problem. Here’s How to Protect Little Ears.

Products We Recommend:
Apple Watch with sound metering: Apple Watch Series 10 and Apple Watch SE (2nd generation)
An app for any phone to monitor sound levels: NIOSH Sound Level Meter
Earplugs for concerts or other loud moments: Loop Experience 2 or Loop Switch
Noise cancelling earbuds: Sony WF-1000XM5
Noise cancelling over-ear headphones: Bose Noise Canceling Headphones 700
Noise Isolating tips for most earbuds: Comply ear tips
Earmuffs for babies: Ems for Kids Baby Earmuffs
Earmuffs for kids and teens: Muted Earmuffs
Earplugs for kids and teens: Loop kids
Headphones for sleeping: AcousticSheep SleepPhones Wireless and Soundcore sleep A20
Noise cancelling headphones for kids: Puro Sound Labs PuroQuiet-Plus
Lauren loves: Bearaby Cotton Napper
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Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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40min
October 16, 2024Kitchen Gear That Lasts A Lifetime (Or Extremely Close)
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
The 2 Best Toasters of 2024

Products We Recommend:
Best Cast Iron: Lodge Chef Collection 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet
Best Dutch Oven: Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Dutch Oven upgrade pick:Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven (5.5 quarts)
Aluminum Cake Pans: USA Pan Rectangle 9x13 Non-Stick Cake Pan
Tri-Ply Pots & Pans: All-Clad D3 Stainless 12″ Fry Pan with Lid
Tempered glassware: Duralex Le Picardie Tumbler, Kähler Hammershøi Tumbler and Kinto Hibi Tumbler
Wood Cutting Board: Teakhaus Medium Professional Carving Board with Juice Canal 109
Toasters We Like: Cuisinart CPT-122 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toasterand Breville BTA720XL Bit More Toaster
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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40min
October 09, 2024How To Win the War Against Mice
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 Mousetrap: Tomcat Press ’N Set Mouse Trap
Runner Up: Victor M393 Power-Kill Mouse Traps
For when you need a LOT of mousetraps: Victor Easy Set Mouse Trap
Doug recommends: Pleasant Hill MacIntosh Fruit Press 4 Gallon + Wood Basket [please note, this product is often out of stock]
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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36min
October 08, 2024We Need Your Stories About Hard-To-Please Giftees
The Wirecutter Show is planning a special episode for the holidays and we need your help!
Send a voice memo to us at [email protected] 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't like
We'll play your stories on the show for an expert from Wirecutter's gifting team and see if we can stump them! No matter what, you'll walk away with some great gifting advice.
Record a voice memo on your phone and email it to us at [email protected].
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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2min
October 02, 2024The Vibrator Episode
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 Rechargeable
The Classic Wand style, but corded: Magic Wand Plus
Affordable and versatile: Satisfyer Purple Pleasure
For suction and vibration: Dame Aer
For precise stimulation: Lelo Dot
Bianca Recommends: Beast Blender for single serve smoothies
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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38min
September 25, 2024Can We Stop Eating Microplastics?
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 Under-Sink Water Filter

Products We Recommend:
Pitcher Filter: Brita Standard Everyday Pitcher
Under Sink Filter: Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max Flow
Glass Food Containers: Pyrex Simply Store 9-Pack Mixed Sized Glass Food Storage Set
Katie Recommends: Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
...more
34min
September 18, 2024Don't Panic, But Do Prepare For An Emergency
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 Strategies for 2024
The Best Gear for Your Bug-Out Bag

Products We Recommend:
Best rigid water container: Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7-Gallon
Best flashlight: ThruNite Archer 2A V3
Best floating solar lantern: LuminAid Titan 2-in-1 Power Lantern
Best weather radio: Midland ER310
Best portable solar charger: BigBlue 28W USB Solar Charger
Best multi-tool: Leatherman Skeletool CX
Folding saws Harry likes: Silky Pocketboy 130 mm Folding Saw Medium Teeth 340-13, Silky Professional BIGBOY Folding Saw 360mm Large Teeth (354-36), Silky Zubat Curved Hand Saw 270mm Large Teeth (270-27)
Harry’s favorite recent purchase: Aquatabs
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
...more
41min
September 11, 2024Mythbusting Bedsheets
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 Sheets
What Is the Best Thread Count for Sheets?
Should You Spring For Egyptian Cotton Sheets?

Products we recommend:
280-Thread-Count Pima Cotton Percale Sheets
JCPenney's Wrinkle Guard’s 400 Thread Count Sateen Sheets
L.L.Bean Ultrasoft Comfort Flannel Sheet Set
Jackie Recommends: Swoveralls
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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44min
September 04, 2024Is It Time To Get Your Kid a Phone?
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 Kid Safer Online)
Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World by Dr. Devorah Heitner
Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World by Dr. Devorah Heitner

Products we recommend:
Apple AirTag
Tile Mate
Bark Phone
Pinwheel
Apple iPhone SE (3rd generation, 128 GB)
Verizon Gizmo Watch 3
Apple Watch SE GPS + Cellular

Check out more NYT podcast coverage about the recent push to ban phones in schools from The Daily and Hard Fork.
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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42min
August 28, 2024Creative Ways to Waste Less Food
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 Food Storage Containers
Anova Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro
Cuisinart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with Lids
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Wirecutter Social and Website
Instagram: /wirecutter
Threads: /@wirecutter
Twitter: /wirecutter
Facebook: /thewirecutter
TikTok: /wirecutter
LinkedIn: /nyt-wirecutter
Website: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/
Newsletter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/newsletters/

The Wirecutter Show is executive produced by Rosie Guerin and produced by Abigail Keel.Engineering support from Maddy Masiello and Nick Pitman. Episodes are mixed by Catherine Anderson, Efim Shapiro, Rowan Niemisto, Sophia Lanman, and Sonia Herrero. Original music by Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop, and Diane Wong. Wirecutter’s deputy publisher and general manager is Cliff Levy. Ben Frumin is Wirecutter’s editor-in-chief. Hosted by Rosie Guerin, Caira Blackwell and Christine Cyr Clisset.

Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
...more
35min

FAQs about The Wirecutter Show:

How many episodes does The Wirecutter Show have?

The podcast currently has 63 episodes available.

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