Theo and Rob discuss a topic that's central to their lives, parenting, with particular reference to a longheld British institution, the boarding school. They also tackle a crossword which boils down to an agonising finale.

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The guys reunite for another crossword, in a bid to further their lead of 16-11. They also discuss topics including scout and guide founder Robert Baden-Powell, a famous episode of Star Trek, and Rob's recent run in with a credit card scammer.

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https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17460

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The guys reflect on a brief Easter hiatus, which brought their reliance on smarthphone-based entertainment into focus. They also discuss the latest story in the world of AI-generated madness, namely the president's reimagining of himself as the Messiah. There is also the comparatively sensible matter of a crossword to complete.

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Rob and Theo are joined by Rob's sister Jacky Blisson, a Master of Wine and a huge advocate for an industry that's currently facing myriad challenges. She tells them about her journey into wine and why she recently launched her YouTube channel The Wine Resistance (link below), as well as giving some fascinating insights into what the young Rob was really like... There's also, as ever, the small matter of a crossword to complete.

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https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17442

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Theo and Rob discuss the much-publicised Louis Theroux documentary on the manosphere, alongside topics ranging from the state of touring theatre to the romantic poets. They also get their teeth into the latest Guardian quick crossword, which turns out to be another head-scratcher. And listen out to some hot off the press guest news!

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https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17436

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Theo and Rob contemplate something that has been a big part of their lives: the school run, and how despite sometimes feeling like a grind, it shouldn't be wished away. They also celebrate the fact they've both reached an important moment with their respective creative projects. And, of course, tackle a crossword.

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https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17429

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As Rob braces for an incoming ice storm, he and Theo get on their soapboxes to pontificate on the mission creep of American cultural influence. They also tackle a crossword that is festooned in question marked clues, which is never a good sign.

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https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17424

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Rob takes a break from his family holiday in Bordeaux - and ominous world events - to join Theo in tackling a crossword which turns out to have an interesting surprise in store.

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https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/17420

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