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 Guerin, speak with Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists and other expert guests for actionable advice, surprising life hacks, and delightful product discoveries. From which stand-mixer will last you a lifetime, to the best way to travel with pets, to figuring out if your smart lock is spying on you, The Wirecutter Show gives you straightforward solutions based on years of rigorous and independent product testing by more than 140 Wirecutter journalists.
Bonus · Fri, March 28, 2025
23andMe, maker of popular DNA test kits, has filed for bankruptcy and is looking for a buyer. Here’s why customers should delete their info before it’s sold. Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Max Eddy To delete your 23andMe data: Log in to your account and select Settings. Scroll to the bottom of the page and select 23andMe data, then View. (Download a copy of your genetic information). Select Delete Data and then Permanently Delete Data. In Settings, you can also opt to have your genetic material destroyed. Navigate to the Research and Product Consents section and revoke permission to allow your genetic material to be used in research projects. (Doing so revokes that permission only for future research). 23andMe notes that you have to provide additional verification before your data-deletion request can be processed, and that you must follow instructions detailed in a 23andMe confirmation email for your request to be processed. The company recommends emailing customercare@23andme.com if you have issues submitting the data-deletion request. Additional Reading: 23andMe Just Filed for Bankruptcy. You Should Delete Your Data Now. The 2 Best DNA Testing Kits of 2025 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, March 26, 2025
In the final part of our stain series, we tackle trickier listener questions–from eliminating fishy odors to whether you can truly remove paint stains. Guest: Senior writer Andrea Barnes Products we recommend: A good stain remover for ink or sugary stains: Amodex Ink & Stain Remover A good stain remover for cat odors: Nature's Miracle A good way to remove odors from clothes: Downy Rinse & Refresh For acrylic paint stains, you might try: Dawn Powerwash For oil paint stains, you can try mineral spirits A good stain remover for old blood stains: Clorox 2 Stain Remover & Color Brightener The best liquid laundry detergent & a great product for pre-treating stains: Tide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry Detergent The best powdered laundry detergent (with oxygen bleach) for dirt and clay: Tide Ultra Oxi Powder Laundry Detergent Additional reading: The Wirecutter Show Episode 32: The Art of Stain Removal Part 1 So You Stained Your Shirt. Now What? The 6 Best Stain Removers of 2025 Skip the Stain Removers. This Detergent Is All You Need. The 5 Best Laundry Detergents of 2025 The Wirecutter Show Episode 1: The Secret to Better Laundry The Best Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner <p style="text-align:center
Wed, March 19, 2025
In part one of our stain series, we tackle your toughest questions–from reviving dingy whites to rescuing clothes from stubborn oils and baked-on gummy bears. Guest: Wirecutter senior writer Andrea Barnes Products we recommend: The best liquid laundry detergent & a great product for pre-treating stains: Tide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry Detergent The best powdered laundry detergent (with oxygen bleach) : Tide Ultra Oxi Powder Laundry Detergent Another great laundry detergent: Persil Original Liquid Detergent Everyday Clean If you want an “eco-friendly” detergent or to support a smaller brand, we like: Dirty Labs Free & Clear Bio Laundry Detergent A good stain remover for most starch or protein food stains: Zout A good stain remover for ink or sugary stains: Amodex Ink & Stain Remover Additional reading: So You Stained Your Shirt. Now What? The 6 Best Stain Removers of 2025 Skip the Stain Removers. This Detergent Is All You Need. The 5 Best Laundry Detergents of 2025 The Wirecutter Show Episode 1: The Secret to Better Laundry We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, March 12, 2025
Digital hygiene rarely tops spring cleaning lists—but it should. Our tech editor shares how to declutter your phone, and why you need a password manager. Guest : Wirecutter Senior Tech Editor, Caitlin McGarry Products we recommend: The best Password Manager: 1Password The best free Password Manager: Bitwarden Two-Factor Authenticator Apps: Duo Mobile and Google Authenticator The best bluetooth tracker: Apple AirTag Additional Reading: How to Organize and Store Your Phone’s Camera Roll Photos The Best External Hard Drive You Don’t Need a New Phone. Here’s How to Make the One You Have Last Longer. How to Clean Your Phone The 2 Best Password Managers Step 1 to Simple Online Security: Always Use Strong Passwords The 2 Best Two-Factor Authentication Apps The 2 Best Bluetooth Trackers We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: <a href="https://ww
Wed, March 05, 2025
You don’t need to settle for a bad vacuum. Our expert reveals how to pick one that’ll actually make your life easier—and your home a lot cleaner. Guest : Deputy Director, Editorial Operations & Testing Courtney Schley Products we recommend: Best upright vac: SEBO Felix Premium Budget upright vac: Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352 Best canister vac: SEBO Airbelt K3 Premium Another canister vac we love: Miele Complete C3 Calima PowerLine Best stick vac: Dyson V12 Detect Slim Best robot vac: Roborock Q5 Max+ Budget robot vac: Eufy RoboVac 11S Max Courtney loves: Cuisinart Chef’s Convection Toaster Oven TOB-260N1 (and Trader Joe's frozen chocolate croissants!) Additional Reading: The 15 Best Vacuum Cleaners of 2025 We Spent a Weekend With Dozens of Vacuum Enthusiasts. Here’s What We Learned. What’s the Best Vacuum for Pet Hair? How to Clean a Vacuum Cleaner We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Bonus · Tue, March 04, 2025
It’s time to turn the clocks forward – but don’t let Daylight Saving Time mess with your health. Here’s our best advice to overcome the time shift ahead. Guest : podcast co-host Caira Blackwell Products we recommend: The best blackout curtains: IKEA Rosenmandel Black-out Curtains or Target Pillowfort Blackout Chambray Cotton Kids’ Panel The best eye mask: Alaska Bear Natural Silk Sleep Mask The best sunrise alarm clock: Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light HF3520 Caira loves this alarm clock: Hatch Restore 2 Additional Reading: How to Survive Daylight Saving Time The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock of 2025 The 4 Best Blackout Curtains of 2025 The 3 Best Sleep Masks of 2025 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, February 26, 2025
Our networking pro reveals three dead-simple fixes most people miss for faster internet, plus insider secrets to choosing a better internet plan. Guest : Senior staff writer Joel Santo Domingo Products We Recommend Tool to find internet providers in your area: www.broadbandmap.fcc.gov Look up your internet speed (upload speeds especially!): www.speedtest.net or www.fast.com (from Netflix) USB hub for plugging in an ethernet cord to a computer or laptop: Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1) Powerline adapter for better wifi without a cord: TP-Link TL-WPA8631P Kit Joel loves: Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro Additional Reading The Gear to Get Reliable Wi-Fi in Any Home The 3 Best Wi-Fi Routers of 2025 The Best Cable Modem of 2025 The 4 Best Powerline Networking Adapters of 2025 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, February 19, 2025
Our expert demystifies towel shopping—from plush terry to spa-like waffle—and reveals why that soft store feel is deceptive. Plus care tips to make them last. Guest: Staff senior writer Jackie Reeve Products We Recommend: Top terry cloth towels: Frontgate Resort Collection Bath Towel Budget terry cloth towels: Threshold Spa Plush Towel Upgrade terry cloth towels: Riley Spa Bath Towel Budget waffle towels: Casaluna Waffle Bath Towel Upgrade waffle towels: Onsen Waffle Bath Towel Upgrade peshtemal towel: Coyuchi Mediterranean Organic Towel Also great (cheaper) peshtemal towel: Huckberry Mediterranean Turkish Towel Jackie loves: Sugoi Mart Japan KitKat Variety Pack Additional Reading: The 5 Best Bath Towels of 2025 The 4 Best Beach Towels of 2025 All My Houseguests Ask Me About My Towels by Daniela Gorny More about Frontgate Resort Cotton Bath Towels We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, February 12, 2025
An uncomfortable bed can screw up your sleep. We’re covering how to make your current mattress more comfortable–and how to shop for a new one. Guest : senior writer and podcast co-host Caira Blackwell Products we recommend: Memory foam mattresses we like: Leesa Original Mattress and Saatva Loom & Leaf (Relaxed Firm) A cheaper memory foam mattress: Novaform 14″ ComfortGrande Advanced Gel Memory Foam Mattress Hybrid mattress we like: Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress A favorite innerspring mattress: Stearns & Foster Estate PT Firm Mattress An innerspring mattress we like (that’s kind of a hybrid): WinkBed (Luxury Firm) A $75,000 mattress: Hastens 2000T A great cheap mattress: Zinus Cooling Comfort Support Hybrid Mattress Additional reading links: Pillows: The 5 Best Bed Pillows of 2025 Mattress Toppers: The 4 Best Mattress Toppers of 2025 Mattresses: How to Choose a Mattress for 2025 The 24 Best Mattresses of 2025 The 4 Best Cheap Mattresses (Under $500) of 2025 The 3 Best Memory Foam Mattresses You Can Buy Online in 2025 The 5 Best Innerspring Mattresses of 2025 The 4 Best Hybrid Mattresses for 2025 <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-mattress-and-pi
Bonus · Mon, February 10, 2025
Skip predictable chocolates and roses this Valentine's Day. Our gift expert shares luxurious ways to delight loved ones—and pamper yourself. Guest : Staff writer Samantha Schoech Products we recommend: Sparkly Socks: Calzedonia Soft Sox Silk hair accessories: Lilysilk Perfect Silk Beauty Set For Hair A simple gold chain: Laura Lombardi Mini Omega Chain Fancy chocolates Recchiuti XOXO Box 16pc Flowers: UrbanStems Fancy cookies: Eugénie cookies Paper flower bouquet: Unwilted Single Stems Additional Reading The 33 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her 2025 32 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him in 2025 24 Best Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts of 2025 The Best Online Flower Delivery Service of 2025 24 Best Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts of 2025 37 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids of 2025 15 Exclusive Valentine’s Day Deals Just for Wirecutter Readers 38 Best Cheap Valentine’s Day Gifts (Mostly) Under $25 of 2025 Sign up for The Gift Newsletter We independently revi
Trailer · Thu, February 06, 2025
We are working on a new episode about laundry—specifically, those stains that never seem to come out—and we need your help! Record a voice memo on your phone and tell us about the most irritating stain you’ve battled. How did you get it? What was the culprit? What did it stain? And what did you use to try and get it out? Try and keep it under two minutes and don’t forget to tell us your first name and where you’re calling from! Email your voice memo to thewirecuttershow@wirecutter.com and you might be featured on the show with advice from our laundry expert (aka stain doctor Andrea Barnes). Thanks! We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, February 05, 2025
Personal lubricants make sex more fun–but not all of them are created equal. We’re covering how to find ones you’ll love and the ingredients to avoid. Guest : Wirecutter writer Bianca Alba Products we recommend: Best water-based lube: Aloe Cadabra Natural Aloe Best thinner water-based lube: Coconu Water Based Best silicone lube: Überlube Best hybrid lube: Sliquid Silk Best oil-based lube: Coconu Oil Based Bianca recommends: Vuvla-shaped candle mold Additional reading : The 6 Best Personal Lubricants of 2025 The 5 Best Vibrators of 2025 The Best Anal Toys How to Clean Sex Toys We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, January 29, 2025
The right luggage can make traveling easier. We share expert tips for choosing between hard and soft shells, carry-on or checked bags, plus pro packing hacks. Guest : Wirecutter senior staff writer Kit Dillon Products we recommend: The best soft-sided carry-on bag: Travelpro Platinum Elite 21″ Carry-On Spinner The best hard-sided carry-on bag: Away The Carry-On The upgrade pick carry-on: Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential 22″ Carry-On Expandable Spinner A travel backpack we love: Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack Del Dia The best duffel bag: Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 70L The best packing cubes: Eagle Creek Pack-It Reveal Cube Set Kit recommends: Pat Rawson Surfoards Additional Reading: The 6 Best Carry-On Luggage of 2025 The Best Suitcases for Checking The 6 Best Carry-On Travel Backpacks for 2025 The 9 Best Duffle Bags of 2025 The 4 Best Packing Cubes of 2025 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, January 22, 2025
Strength training might seem intimidating, but it’s also key for living a long, healthy life. We cover how to start and the simple at-home gear that’ll help. Guests: Wirecutter supervising editor Ingrid Skjong and Wirecutter fitness writer Seth Berkman Products we recommend: Best yoga mat: JadeYoga Harmony Mat Best kettlebell: Rep Fitness Kettlebell Best adjustable dumbbell set: Core Home Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell Set Best pull-up bar: Ultimate Body Press Elevated XL Doorway Pull-Up Bar Best resistance bands: Bodylastics Stackable Tube Resistance Bands (5 Bands Pro Series Set) and Serious Steel Assisted Pull-Up, Resistance, and Stretch Bands Seth loves: KSY Jump Rope Additional Reading: The 4 Best Resistance Bands of 2025 The 3 Best Yoga Mats of 2025 The 3 Best Pull-Up Bars of 2025 The 2 Best Kettlebells of 2025 The 3 Best Adjustable Dumbbells of 2025 The 5 Best Jump Ropes of 2025 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, January 15, 2025
Dishwashers make life easier—but most people don’t use them quite right. This episode, we’re diving deep into how you can get yours to wash dishes even better. Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Andrea Barnes Products we recommend: The best dishwasher detergent: Cascade Free & Clear ActionPacs What to use to clean your dishwasher: Affresh or citric acid Rinse aids to consider: Ecover or Finish Jet Dry The best dishwasher: Miele G5008 Andrea loves: The League of Kitchens Cookbook Additional reading: The 4 Best Dishwasher Detergents of 2024 How to Clean Your Dishwasher Why You Should Clean Your Dishwasher Filter How to Use Your Dishwasher Better We Smeared Hundreds of Dishes With Peanut Butter, Egg Yolk, Red Sauce, and Lipstick to Test Dishwashers in 2024 Is It You, or Is Your Dishwasher Just Lousy? Here’s How to Tell. We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, January 08, 2025
Most printers suck. This week we crack the code on how to buy one you might actually like, and reveal the secrets to saving cash on ink and toner. Guest: Wirecutter supervising editor Ben Keough Products we recommend: Basic B&W laser printer we recommend: Brother Wireless HL-L2460DW Online photo printing we recommend: Nations Photo Lab Ben’s new/used camera: Nikon F3 Additional Reading: Why All Printers Suck (Even the Best Ones) The 4 Best Home Printers of 2024 The 4 Best All-in-One Printers of 2024 The 3 Best Photo Printers of 2024 The 4 Best Mobile Scanning Apps of 2024 The Best Online Photo Printing Service of 2024 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, January 01, 2025
It’s Dry January—but non-alcoholic cocktails needn’t be sad. We’re discussing the health risks of alcohol and how to build out a delicious buzz-free bar cart. Guests: NYT reporter Dana G. Smith and Wirecutter editor Marguerite Preston Products we recommend: A gin-like alternative: Pentire Adrift St. Agrestis Non-Alcoholic Phony Negroni A bitter Amaro-like favorite: The Pathfinder Rosie enjoys mixing this with Pathfinder: Uncle Waithley’s Vincy Brew Less bitter options: Curious No. 2 and Casamara Superclasico Great for your NA Bar Cart: Bitter Queens Essential Bitters Variety Pack and Luxardo Original Maraschino Cherries Marguerite loves: Onyx Coffee Lab Instant Coffee Advent Calendar Additional Reading 14 Best Nonalcoholic Drinks of 2024 Even a Little Alcohol Can Harm Your Health by Dana G. Smith What, Exactly, Is ‘Moderate Drinking’? by Dana G. Smith What to Know About Non-Alcoholic Beverages by Dana G. Smith Hop Water Isn’t Trying to Be Beer. That’s Why We Like It. The 8 Best Nonalcoholic Wines of 2024 The Best Instant Coffee We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter F
Wed, December 25, 2024
From a space heater that saves a marriage to sunscreen that saves a surfer’s skin, Wirecutter’s staff opens up about the best things they bought in 2024. Guests: We heard voicemails from Wirecutter staffers including Mel Plaut, Ingela Amundson, Annemarie Conte, Jackie Reeve, Brent Butterworth, Katie Okamoto, Zoe Vanderweide, Liam McCabe, Elissa Sanci, Alex Aciman, Kathleen Squires, Julia Bush, Claire Wilcox, Jon Chase, Lauren Dragan, and Dorie Chevlan. Products We Recommend: Mel Plaut likes: Vornado AVH10 space heater Ingela Amundson likes: Sterilite Stacking Laundry Basket Annemarie Conte likes: Garmin Forerunner 165 watch Jackie Reeve likes: Donner DUC-1 Concert Ukulele Brent Butterworth likes: JBL Go 4 Bluetooth Speaker Katie Okamoto likes: HAY Matin Table Lamp Zoe Vanderweide likes: Harper Wilde Bliss Triangle Bralette Liam McCabe likes: Gordon 20-in-1 Multi-Tool Elissa Sanci likes: Trtl Pillow Alex Aciman likes: Comfort Colors 1717 Adult Heavyweight Tee Kathleen Squires likes: The New York Times Premium Birthday Edition book Julia Bush likes: Adizero Adios Pro 3 super shoes Claire Wilcox likes: Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Jon Chase likes: Channel Master FLATenna Lauren Dragon likes: WhiteBark Workwear Full Cross-Back Apron Dorie Chevlen likes: Cuisinart Round Flip Belgian Waffle Maker WAF-F30 Christine Cyr Clisset likes: Technivorm Moccamaster KBT coffee maker Caira Blackwell likes: Lilysilk 25 Momme Oxford Envelope Luxury Pillowcase Rosie Guerin likes: ViscoSoft 3 inch Memory Foam Mattress Topper Additional Reading: <a hre
Wed, December 18, 2024
Homes burn crazy fast these days. Are you prepared? We’re covering everything you need, from the newest smoke alarms to the right fire extinguishers. Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Doug Mahoney and senior editor for smart home coverage Jon Chase Additional reading: The 4 Best Basic Smoke Alarms of 2024 The 2 Best Smart Smoke Alarms of 2024 The Best Fire Extinguisher The Best Fire Escape Ladder UL video of room burning test: New Comparison of Natural and Synthetic Home Furnishings Products we recommend: The best smoke alarm: First Alert SM500V Interconnected Battery-Operated Smoke Alarm with Voice Alerts The best smart smoke alarm: Google Nest Protect The best fire extinguisher: First Alert Pro5 The best fire ladder: X-It 2-Story Emergency Escape Ladder Doug recommends: Veto Pro Pac XL Extra Large Compact Tool Bag We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, December 11, 2024
We’re fielding listener questions with pro tips for delighting picky friends, impossible relatives, and other challenging recipients on your holiday list. Guest : Staff writer Samantha Schoech Products we recommend: Beautiful Utilitarian Upgrades: Brushed Stainless Steel French Press Rough Linen Robe Personalized Gifts: Handwriting Cuff bracelet Personalized retro view finder Customizable drinking straw Experiential Gifts: Teas to try together Bokksu Japanese Snack Box Great for Dads: Yeti Cooler LL Bean Wicked Good Slippers Digital gifts that don’t clutter: MasterClass subscription Libro FM audiobook subscription Met Opera subscription BritBox British movies and TV subscription For a brother who buys himself what we wants: Williams Sonoma Monogrammed Steak Brand The best growler The best home brewing kit Happy Tooned Print For people you don’t know that well: Fast Growing Trees Citrus Trees Sam loves: Italian loafers Additional Reading: Most Gift Baskets Are Terrible. These Are Great. 36 Gifts for People Who Have Everything 2024 28 Best Personalized Gif
Wed, December 04, 2024
This week, we dive into our gift team’s best-in-class tips for finding awesome affordable gifts for everyone on your list. Guest: Wirecutter editor Hannah Morrill Additional Reading The 45 Best Gifts for Teens in 2024 43 Best Gifts for Frequent Travelers of 2024 25 Best Gifts for Plant Lovers of 2024 The 39 Absolute Best White Elephant Gifts Under $25 31 Best Secret Santa Gifts of 2024 50 Wirecutter-Approved Stocking Stuffers for Adults Products We Recommend Great value: Baggu Small Cloud Carry-On Playing with shape & size: Bonilla a La Vista Potato Chips Maldon Sea Salt Flakes (3 pounds) World's smallest Uno Novelty: Lazy Duck, Lying Flat LED Duck Lamp Puebco Empty Book Kikkerland Solar-Powered Rainbow Maker Emile Henry Salt Pig GurglePot Fish Pitcher Utilitarian upgrades: TravelCard Plus MoMA Self-Wate
Bonus · Fri, November 29, 2024
Most of the deals you’ll see for Black Friday and Cyber Week aren’t worth your time. This week, we reveal how to actually get a deal that’s worth your money. Guest: Wirecutter senior deals editor Nathan Burrow Products we recommend: The best bluetooth speaker: Bluetooth Speaker: Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Nathan Recommends: Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO Additional reading links: Best Black Friday Deals 2024 Daily Deals - Wirecutter Wirecutter Deals, Explained We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, November 27, 2024
Thanksgiving is (almost) here, and this week Wirecutter experts share their best last-minute tips to make your holiday a success. Guests: Wirecutter staffers Hannah Morrill, Rose Lorre, Lee Neikirk, Lauren Dragan, Ellen Airhart, James Austin, Phil Ryan, Michael Sullivan, Ben Frumin Products we recommend: Graza Sizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil Taza Mexican-Style Chocolate Sampler Tony’s Chocolonely Super Milk Bundle Bananagrams Tide Pen Korky 99-4A Max Performance Plunger Podcasts that are great for families Wow in the world Brains On Once Upon a Beat Radiolab for Kids 99% Invisible The Good Whale Audiobooks for families Mouse and the Motorcycle Montgomery Bonbon: Murder at the Museum Website recommendation for learning new card games Pagat Additional Reading: Taking better iPhone photos The Best Fake Christmas Tree
Wed, November 20, 2024
Few ingredients are as loved (and villainized) as butter. We discuss how to pick a great butter, and the best ones for eating, cooking, and baking. Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Lesley Stockton Additional Reading: The 7 Best Butters of 2024 The Best Vegan Butter Products We Recommend: Kerrygold Salted Butter Isigny Ste Mère Salted Butter Finlandia Imported Salted Butter Bar Kirkland Signature Grass-Fed Butter Salted Kirkland Signature Butter Unsalted We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, November 13, 2024
NYT’s Sam Sifton and Wirecutter's Lesley Stockton reveal their pro tips for Thanksgiving success—from menu planning and hosting to the essential kitchen gear. Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Lesley Stockton and assistant managing editor of The New York Times Sam Sifton Additional Reading: Thanksgiving: How to Cook It Well by Sam Sifton The Best Roasting Pan The Best Instant Read Thermometer The Best Chef’s Knife The Best Gas Grills The Best Gas Grill Tools Products We Recommend: The best chef’s knife: Mac MTH-80 The best instant-read thermometer: ThermoWorks ThermoPop 2 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, November 06, 2024
Making dinner every night can be a challenge. This week, we talk with Emily Weinstein, of New York Times Cooking, about how to overcome the monotony. Additional Reading: Easy Weeknight Dinners 100 Fast, Flavor-Packed Meals for Busy People Who Still Want Something Good to Eat by Emily Weinstein and New York Times Cooking When You Love To Cook But Also Have a Kid, Embrace the Microwave The Best Sheet Pans The Best Air Fryer Best Electric Pressure Cooker Best Slow Cooker We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, October 30, 2024
Many people unknowingly put their pet in danger while driving or flying. This week, we talk about how to keep your furry friends safe and calm when traveling. Guest: Wirecutter staff writer Mel Plaut Additional Reading: The 6 Best Travel Carriers for Cats and Small Dogs of 2024 Flying With Your Cat or (Small) Dog The 7 Best Multi-Tools of 2024 Products We Recommend: SturdiBag Pro 2.0 Feliway Travel Spray Peepeego Non-Slip Dog Pad Mel loves: Leatherman Skeletool CX and Leatherman Signal We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, October 23, 2024
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
Wed, October 16, 2024
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 Toaster and Breville BTA720XL Bit More Toaster We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/the-wirecutter-show-p
Wed, October 09, 2024
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] We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Trailer · Tue, October 08, 2024
The Wirecutter Show is planning a special episode for the holidays and we need your help! Send a voice memo to us at thewirecuttershow@wirecutter.com 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 thewirecuttershow@wirecutter.com. We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, October 02, 2024
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 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, September 25, 2024
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 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, September 18, 2024
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 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/wi
Wed, September 11, 2024
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 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, September 04, 2024
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 . We independently review e
Wed, August 28, 2024
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 We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, August 21, 2024
Our best-in-class advice to breathing a little easier. Guest: Wirecutter Senior staff writer Tim Heffernan Additional Reading The Best Air Purifier The $650 LifeStraw Max Water Filter Can Save You From Contaminated Water How Can I Clear My Air of Wildfire Smoke? How to DIY An Air Purifier Products We Recommend Coway Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty LifeStraw Max Knipex Carpenters’ End Cut Pliers We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Wed, August 21, 2024
We’re going deep on laundry—what you’re probably doing wrong, how to actually pretreat stains, and the tips and tricks to make it all easier. Guest: Wirecutter Staff Writer, Andrea Barnes Additional Reading The Best Laundry Detergent So You Stained Your Shirt? Now What The Best Stain Removers The Best Detergent for Hand-Washing Clothes This Steamy Grill Brush Makes Me Excited to Clean My Grill Products We Recommend Tide Ultra Oxi Powder Laundry Detergent Tide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry Detergent Dirty Labs Free & Clear Bio Laundry Detergent Amodex Ink & Stain Remover Restoration Fabric Cleaner We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
Trailer · Wed, August 14, 2024
Our new podcast aims to solve your everyday problems, with life-changing tips, tricks and product recommendations from Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists. Find out more at nytimes.com/wirecutter . We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast
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