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00:01
Host Welcome and Guest Introduction
00:32
AJ Jacobs Book Overview
01:09
Guest's New York City Living Conditions
01:40
Urban Noise and Comfort Challenges
02:12
Fire Department Response in Manhattan
02:43
Emergency Vehicle Tactics and Priorities
03:15
Historical Thanksgiving Food Practices
03:45
Traditional Thanksgiving Games and Violence
04:16
AJ Jacobs Book Promotion on Podcasts
04:47
Motivation Behind Writing The Year of Living Biblically
05:17
Personal Religious Background and Interest
05:48
Specific Biblical Rules Followed
06:19
Motivations for Living Biblically
06:49
Daily Life and Public Perception While Living Biblically
07:50
Self-Reflection on Perceived Holiness and Gossip
08:23
Journalist Experience with Coveting and Guilt
08:55
New Year's Resolution to Stop Honking Horns as a Metaphor for Gossip
09:26
Discussion on the Effectiveness of Loud Horns and Attention Distraction
09:58
Proposed Scientific Experiment on Reptilian Brain Response
10:28
Observing the Urge to Gossip and Its Emotional Roots
10:59
Gag Order Experiment and Reduction of Negative Thoughts
11:31
Practical Application in AA and Book Writing
12:02
Discussion on Success Metrics and Gratitude Practices
12:34
Gratitude Book and the Bias of Negative Memory
13:06
The Myth of an End and Acceptance of Continuous Journey
13:39
Riddle on Sadness, Happiness, and Love as Transient States
15:10
Host Sets Up Riddle Theme
15:41
Guest Introduces Personal Favorite Riddle
16:12
Discussion of Medieval Monastic Riddles and Their Naughtiness
16:46
Reveal of Onion Riddle Answer
17:18
Presentation of Hardware Store Riddle
17:49
Analysis of Number Clues in the Hardware Riddle
18:21
Exploration of Lateral‑Thinking Puzzle Strategies
18:51
Personal Reflection on Puzzle Frustration and Satisfaction
19:24
Encyclopedia Reading Project Overview
19:55
Memory of Obscure Facts from Encyclopedia
20:27
Discussion of Cross‑Eyed Women in Historical Context
21:29
Cross‑Eyed Women in Mythology and Cultural Practices
22:01
Modern Perspective on Cross‑Eyed Beauty and Representation
23:03
Encyclopedia Facts and Botox History
23:35
Living Biblically with Wife’s Perspective
24:06
Biblical Rules on Menstruation and Impurity
24:36
Biblical Rules on Male Impurity After Ejaculation
25:06
Discussion of Biblical Themes and Humor
25:36
Health Transformation Motivation and Goals
26:07
Starting the Health Journey with Professional Support
26:38
Holistic Lifestyle Changes Beyond Diet and Exercise
27:10
Squatty Potty Experience and Toilet Ergonomics
27:41
Diet Experimentation and Social Support
28:13
Food Choices and Grocery Shopping Habits
28:45
Trader Joe’s vs. Costco for Healthy Food
29:16
Paleo Diet and Paleo Workout Experience
30:00
Treadmill Walking Goal to Reach Space
31:19
Avoiding Orthorexia and Balanced Eating
31:50
Early Bedtime and Sleep Hygiene
32:22
Alphabetical Gratitude Exercise
33:25
Experimenting with New Toothpaste and Self-Talk
33:57
Metacognition and Challenging Negative Thoughts
34:28
Impact of Moving Between Cities on Worldview
35:32
Desire for Continued Exploration and Novelty
36:03
NYT Crossword Clue Anecdote
37:05
Puzzling Identity and Saturday/Monday Labels
38:40
Future Puzzle Book Concept
39:41
Introducing the Book’s Puzzle Theme
40:11
Defining Jigsaw Puzzles and Personal Biases
40:42
First Experience with the World Jigsaw Championship
41:55
Unexpected National Representation and Competition Outcome
42:17
Personal Reflections on International Competitors
42:49
Puzzles as a Bridge Between Nations
43:22
Crossword Puzzles and Political Unity Experiment
43:54
Historical Examples of Puzzle Diplomacy
44:25
Promoting Curiosity Through Puzzle Mindset
44:55
Debunking Myths About Puzzles and Dementia
45:27
Applying Puzzle Techniques to Real Life Problems
46:00
Using Puzzles as a Framework for Political Dialogue
46:30
Treating Societal Issues Like Puzzles
47:01
The Dark Side of Inflexible Puzzle Solving
47:31
Defining the Puzzle Problem Space
48:02
The Role of Intentional Misleading in Puzzles
48:33
Introducing a Classic Puzzle Example
49:04
Exploring Digit Manipulation Rules
49:36
Constraints on Changing Numbers in Puzzles
50:07
Brainstorming Unconventional Moves
51:13
Shifting Symbol Meaning in Puzzle Solutions
51:53
Applying the 'Outside the Box' Principle
52:16
Historical and Cultural References in Puzzle Design
52:47
Personal Anecdotes About Fact-Checking and Myth-Busting
53:48
Origin Stories of Everyday Phrases
54:19
Investigating the 'Mama Mia' Phrase Myth
55:52
Exploring Biblical Oddities and Cultural Contexts
56:23
Designer Darren Aronowski’s Puzzle Desk
57:24
Wooden Box Artistry and High-Value Collectibles
57:56
Introduction to Ditloids Puzzle Game
58:28
Playing and Solving Ditloids Examples
1:00:36
Wordle and Other Word-Based Puzzles
1:00:39
Hidden Code Contest in The Puzzler Book
1:01:43
Legal and Ethical Considerations of the Contest
1:03:17
Puzzler Stereotypes and Community Culture
1:04:50
Riddle Challenges and Social Interaction
1:05:21
Host Teases Book and Riddle Setup
1:05:55
Introduction of the Lion Cage Scenario
1:06:26
Initial Reactions to the Riddle
1:06:57
Creative Escape Strategy Proposal
1:07:28
Discussion of Riddle Validity and Originality
1:08:00
Debate Over the Lion Escape Answer
1:08:33
Exploration of Time as a Riddle Solution
1:09:05
Final Acceptance and Book Promotion Wrap‑Up
1:09:37
Fact‑Checking Introduction and Guest Interaction
1:10:10
Personal Anecdotes About Weddings and Sleep Patterns
1:11:43
Weekend Wedding Recap and Post‑Event Plans
1:13:17
Closing Remarks and Farewell
1:13:49
Lobby Prank Planning Discussion
1:14:00
Amy and Ryan’s Apology Exchange
1:14:21
Credit Card Loss and Cancellation Story
1:14:52
Card Placement in the Closet
1:15:23
Revealing the Card at the Reception
1:15:54
Confusion Over Card’s Location in Dress
1:16:27
Realization of Expiration Date
1:17:00
Attempt to Retrieve Card at Reception
1:17:28
Discussion with Natalie and Benjamin
1:18:29
Planning to Drop Card at Hotel Door the Next Day
1:19:32
Walking Across Campus and Encountering a Stranger
1:20:05
Stranger Picks Up the Card
1:20:37
Reflection on Prank Success and Future Chances
1:21:07
Mention of Other Weddings and Themes
1:21:39
Tuxedo Button Crisis and Sewing Kit Rescue
1:22:10
Attempt to Preserve Wedding Timing Amidst Chaos
1:23:14
Discussion of the Missing Ceremony Word
1:24:17
Logical Analysis of Claim Without Facts
1:24:49
Plot Overview of Alternate History HBO Series
1:25:20
Characterization of Charles Lindberg in the Show
1:26:25
Debate on Turkey Domestication and Size Increase
1:27:58
Discussion of Hormonal Changes in Adolescents
1:29:01
Historical Context of Thanksgiving and Turkeys
1:30:01
English Muskets and Target Practice at the Party
1:30:32
Political Alliance Between Wampanoag and Pilgrims
1:31:03
Outdoor Setting and Meal Preparation Roles
1:31:33
Venison, Fowl, and the Absence of Turkey
1:32:04
Cornucopia Mythology and Its Origins
1:32:36
Greek Horn of Plenty Symbolism
1:33:06
Snake Handling Anecdotes and Apophenia Discussion
1:34:09
Apophenia, Pattern Recognition, and Dental Reference
1:35:11
Break a Leg Phrase Origins and Theatrical Contexts
1:37:48
Email Reference to Historical Applause Claims
1:38:18
John Wilkes Booth Diary and Broken Leg Myth
1:38:48
Timeline Discrepancies in Applause Origin
1:39:20
Critique of Logical Reasoning on Historical Claims
1:39:53
Discussion of Timeline and Plausibility
1:40:24
Puzzle Teaser and Future Episode Hint
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