Two Across

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.

  1. FEB 13

    Climate change, Bad Bunny and the Winter Olympics

    Theo and Rob are back on their respective sides of the Atlantic and get their teeth into some meaty - and admittedly somewhat depressing - conversation topics, either side of a pleasingly distracting crossword. They also hail Bad Bunny's continent-salving appearance at the Super Bowl halftime show, and the Canadian women's hockey team. Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17399 Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com

    1h 5m

  2. FEB 5

    On channelling creativity via the pomodoro technique

    Together again, this time in London, Theo and Rob discuss their creative projects, which they've been working on using the popular 'pomodoro', or tomato timer method. They also tackle another crossword while keeping one eye on the Australian Open tennis, and (finally) go through their list of 'pod fod'. Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17390 Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com

    44 min

  3. JAN 30

    Carney tackles Trump, and what about Oedipus Becks?

    Reunited in Herne Bay, England, and having already caught up on personal matters, Theo and Rob tackle some of the pressing issues of the day, from the Canadian PM's speech at the Davos summit to the intrafamilial war that has broken out among the Beckhams. They also attempt to tackle a crossword at speed so they can collect their takeaway in time. Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17385 Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com Follow Jacky (Rob's sister) and her wine resistance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAkGdKb8bVI

    48 min

  4. JAN 23

    Finally! An answer to life, the universe, and everything

    A day after Theo finishes being 42 (ie, his 43rd birthday), he and Rob - with a little help from Douglas Adams - muse over the biggest question of them all. So, listen on to discover the true meaning of life and - more importantly - whether or not they can conquer the latest crossword. Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17381 Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com

    1h 9m

  5. JAN 15

    What a faulty lightswitch can tell us about ourselves

    Theo and Rob reunite from opposite sides of the pond to discuss topics including the propensity of humans to ignore broken things, the etymology of cobwebs and the comedy of Sacha Baron Cohen. They also tackle a crossword with a particularly nasty surprise up its sleeve... Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17375 Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com Listen to Enthusiasts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p10AAj4tXDtkxfAop3lj2

    1 hr

  6. JAN 9

    New year, new resolution, new crossword

    Rob and Theo check in following 'festivus', discussing how they spent the season and looking ahead to some plans for 2026, not least finally finding an answer to the meaning of life (watch this space on that one). They also return to their usual Guardian quick crossword stomping ground in a bid to kick off the year with a win. Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17369 Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com Listen to Enthusiasts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p10AAj4tXDtkxfAop3lj2

    58 min

  7. 12/25/2025

    With a special Christmas crossword, It's a Wonderful Life indeed

    Welcome to the third annual Christmas special. Theo and Rob have a special treat lined up for listeners, namely a dedicated festive crossword which, with 50 clues, will test their timekeeping to the limit. They also discuss a much-loved film, reminisce over Christmases past, and Rob discusses a not-so-happy memory from his time as a backpacker (see link below). Wherever you are in the world, we wish you a very merry Two Across-mas! Play along: https://www.sightsavers.org/christmas-crossword/ Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com Read Rob's article: https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2002/sep/01/bangkok.thailand.observerescapesection And a special thank you to Rob for his festive musical contributions. Listen to his solo project, Enthusiasts, here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p10AAj4tXDtkxfAop3lj2

    1h 13m

  8. 12/18/2025

    Coming to you from Sri Lanka!

    Theo is on his travels and, despite a croaky voice and dodgy microphone, manages to tackle a crossword mid-wedding celebrations in Colombo. Rob meanwhile has returned to Montreal, where the temperatures are far from equatorial. Play along: https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17350 Contact us: twoacrosspod@gmail.com Listen to Enthusiasts: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p10AAj4tXDtkxfAop3lj2

    35 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Theo Bosanquet and Rob Cole
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    83
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Theo Bosanquet and Rob Cole
  • Show Website
    Two Across