The Wirecutter Show
Episodes
The Lube Episode
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Pack Your Bags!
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 packin...
Strength Training Is for Everyone
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Dishwasher Disputes, Settled
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 dish...
Tormented by Our Printers
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Drink Less and Prosper
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 buz...
A Few of Our Favorite (Wirecutter) Things
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 i...
Fireproof Your Home
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Gifts for the Hard-to-Please
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re fielding listener questions with pro tips for delighting picky friends, impossible relatives, and other challenging recipients on your holiday...
Finding Affordable Gifts
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Don't Get Swindled on Black Friday
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 wort...
Last-Minute Thanksgiving Tips
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thanksgiving is (almost) here, and this week Wirecutter experts share their best last-minute tips to make your holiday a success. Guests: Wirecutter ...
Let's Go To Butter School
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
How to Ace Thanksgiving
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NYT’s Sam Sifton and Wirecutter's Lesley Stockton reveal their pro tips for Thanksgiving success—from menu planning and hosting to the essential k...
Solving the Problem of Weeknight Dinner
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Traveling With Pets
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 tr...
Life is Too Loud
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Kitchen Gear That Lasts A Lifetime (Or Extremely Close)
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
How To Win the War Against Mice
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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....
We Need Your Stories About Hard-To-Please Giftees
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Wirecutter Show is planning a special episode for the holidays and we need your help! Send a voice memo to us at [email protected]...
The Vibrator Episode
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Can We Stop Eating Microplastics?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ex...
Don't Panic, But Do Prepare For An Emergency
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ed...
Mythbusting Bedsheets
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Is It Time To Get Your Kid a Phone?
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What you need to know before giving your kid a phone, plus the Wirecutter-tested trackers, smartwatches, and phones to consider. Guests: Wirecutter s...
Creative Ways to Waste Less Food
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Expert tips to waste less food — and save on your grocery bill — from Wirecutter kitchen editor Marilyn Ong and New York Times Cooking deputy edit...
How to Clean The Air You Breathe
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our best-in-class advice to breathing a little easier. Guest: Wirecutter Senior staff writer Tim Heffernan Additional ReadingThe Best Air Purifier...
The Secret To Better Laundry
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Introducing: The Wirecutter Show
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our new podcast aims to solve your everyday problems, with life-changing tips, tricks and product recommendations from Wirecutter’s best-in-class jo...