Episodes

  • Canadiens, Itsy, Tadpole
    Apr 25 2025

    In London, Theo has been the victim of a fraudster, while in Montreal, Rob is reflecting on the fortunes of his local hockey heroes. And in classic Two Across style, they also dip into topics ranging in scale from tadpole keeping to the death of the Pope. Can they also make further progress on their crossword scorecard after last week's triumph?


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17150


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    https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p10AAj4tXDtkxfAop3lj2

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    58 mins
  • North, Pillion, Meat
    Apr 18 2025

    Theo reports back on his journey to Northumberland for Easter by electric car. Rob meanwhile is in Montreal contemplating fast-moving political events, and has had a harrowing encounter with a turkey. There's also a crossword to complete, which throws up contemplations ranging from motorbikes to the Sultan of Brunei's standing in the wealth charts.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17141


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    Listen to Enthusiasts on Spotify:

    https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p10AAj4tXDtkxfAop3lj2

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    54 mins
  • Electric, Blair, Adolescence (Pt2)
    Apr 3 2025

    Like Dylan, Theo has gone electric (at least on the car front). Meanwhile Rob is dealing with his ongoing renovation work as well as a heavy cold. Other topics covered this week include April Fool's Day, and further ruminations on the Netflix series Adolescence.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17130


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    52 mins
  • Fifty, Declare, Adolescence
    Mar 28 2025

    Theo and Rob mark their 50th episode, while also reflecting on a(nother) big week for Canadian politics, the merits of Airfix, and a zeitgeist-defining new series on Netflix. They also tackle Guardian quick crossword 17,124, in a bid to continue their winning streak.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17124


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    51 mins
  • Newcastle, Disco, Zones
    Mar 20 2025

    Rob is still in Nepal, specifically Kathmandu, while Theo has been enjoying a rare trophy for his beloved football team Newcastle United. They also reflect on the merits of fame, 90s chart toppers House of Pain, and the singular time zone in China. Can they keep up the momentum after last week's victory?


    Play along:

    http://theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17117


    Guy Lafleur's disco foray:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSCJfl0H708


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    twoacrosspod@gmail.com

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    55 mins
  • Crisitunity, Carney, Cattle
    Mar 14 2025

    Rob is in Nepal for work, while back home Canada has got itself a new, global-facing Prime Minister at an opportune moment. Theo meanwhile, inspired by the last episode, has been studying the differences between male and female giraffes, and the etymology of ship's toilets. They've also been heartened by some encouraging fan mail; will it inspire them back to winning ways?


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17113


    Read Kent Parkstreet's poetry:

    https://parkstreetpoetry.blogspot.com/


    Theo's review of The Habits:

    https://www.whatsonstage.com/news/the-habits-at-hampstead-theatre-review_1668725/


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    56 mins
  • Artivism, Emasculate, Hope (feat. Martin Aveling)
    Mar 7 2025

    Theo and Rob are joined by award-winning wildlife artist Martin Aveling to discuss his pioneering work in artivism, collaborations with his young daughter, and why he will never lose faith in the cause of conservation. Check out links to his website and social channels below.

    They also, of course, tackle a (particularly fiendish) Guardian quick crossword, which does at least contain a few animal-related clues.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17106


    Learn more about Mart's amazing work:

    https://avelingartworks.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/MartinAvelingArt/

    https://www.instagram.com/avelingartworks/


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    1 hr
  • Meditate, Quaker, Amok
    Feb 27 2025

    Rob has been on meditation retreat, while Theo has had a very different experience travelling to France by Eurostar in the company of a hen party. They also discuss Montreal's recent deluge of snow, the history of chocolate, and share exciting news of an upcoming guest.


    Play along:

    https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17100


    Rob's meditation retreat:

    https://www.dharma.org


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    54 mins
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