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Two Across

Two Across

By: Theo Bosanquet and Rob Cole
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Two friends catch up over a crossword from opposite sides of the Atlantic (or sometimes further afield). Hosted by Theo Bosanquet and Rob Cole.Theo Bosanquet and Rob Cole
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  • What can we learn from sailing, sumo wrestling and cicadas?
    Oct 23 2025

    With Rob back on terra canadia, the guys catch up on their respective weeks, which have encompassed sailing, sumo wrestling, and trying to work out how to have a 'growth mindset'. They also tackle a crossword in a bid to extend their frankly embarrassingly handsome lead.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17303


    Contact us:

    twoacrosspod@gmail.com


    Some highlights of sumo at the Royal Albert Hall:

    https://www.royalalberthall.com/about-the-hall/news/the-grand-sumo-tournament-in-pictures


    Enjoy the spectacle of periodical cicadas (narrated by Sir David Attenborough):

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWr8fzUz-Yw

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    55 mins
  • Rob's on a boat, while Theo's still landlocked
    Oct 15 2025

    In his latest roving report, Rob is in Guadelope enjoying some time on his father-in-law's boat*. Will this week's crossword prove plain sailing, or leave them all at sea?


    *with apologies for occasional wind noise


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17297


    Contact us:

    twoacrosspod@gmail.com

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    33 mins
  • Does Tilly Norwood mean we should all become carpenters?
    Oct 10 2025

    Theo and Rob discuss the implications of AI generated performer Tilly Norwood, and what she could herald for the future of human-generated creativity (among many other topics). They also tackle a crossword, which has a particularly sharp twist at the end...


    Incidentally, we are trying out a new headline format, so do not adjust your set.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17292


    Contact us:

    twoacrosspod@gmail.com


    Enthusiasts:

    https://tinyurl.com/Thusiast


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    1 hr
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