Puzzle Chat

Puzzle Chat

The Puzzle Chat podcast is your all-access pass to the thrilling world of puzzles with Jeff and Denice for Puzzle Month (All of January) and beyond. From fun challenges to fascinating stories, we’ve got puzzles to play, puzzle hacks to learn, and plenty of Puzzle Day and Puzzle Month fun. Learn more about the puzzle culture! What is Puzzle Month? This special month was started as an extension of Puzzle Day, which is celebrated annually on January 29th. Both Puzzle Day and Puzzle Month were founded by Jodi Jill, a professional puzzle maker and lifelong puzzle enthusiast. Her love for puzzles inspired her to share the joy of puzzling with people around the world. For over 30 years, Puzzle Day has been a day to honor puzzles of all kinds, and Puzzle Month takes it a step further - encouraging puzzle fans to enjoy puzzles for the entire month of January! Denice and Jeff want to share that love of puzzles with the world!

Episodes

November 24, 2025 10 mins

It’s fall, and puzzlers everywhere are cozying up to something new:  Texture! This season, it’s all about how puzzles feel. From velvet finishes to smooth wooden pieces and eco-friendly designs, these trending materials are changing the way we piece things together.

New Trends of Puzzles Including:

  • Why velvet puzzles feel extra cozy for fall nights
  • The timeless appeal of wooden puzzles and their satisfying click
  • New puzzle trends m...
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Fall is the perfect time to slow down, cozy up, and rediscover the simple joy of puzzling. This season, we’re not just bringing out our favorite puzzles. 

Nope it's time to be sharing the best puzzles! 

Whether it’s family at the table or friends dropping by, autumn is the perfect time to harvest your hobby and invite others to join in.

In this episode, we chat about:

  • Easy ways to introduce puzzling to friends and family
  • How to...
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The holidays are the perfect time for puzzles! Snowy days, cozy nights, and the joy of giving and receiving something that sparks fun. Imagine a holiday tradition where every gift is a puzzle, every reveal is a surprise, and every laugh is shared with friends and family. 

That’s the magic of a Secret Puzzle Santa Gift Exchange. In this festive episode of Puzzle Chat, shares how to bring holiday puzzle traditions to life with your ve...

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When the weather turns chilly, puzzling becomes more than a pastime. In the winter months it becomes a cozy ritual. In this heart-warming episode of Puzzle Chat, we share how to turn your winter puzzling sessions into a sensory experience you’ll look forward to all season long. From candlelight and calming music to the soft crackle of a fireplace, discover how scents and sounds can transform your puzzle time into pure comfort and c...

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It is puzzle shopping season. Black Friday puzzle sales are here and the deals are everywhere. If you love puzzles or want to give a few as gifts, this is the time to grab discounts, promo codes, and special puzzle bundles that make every piece count.

In this episode, we chat about:

  • How to find real puzzle deals on Black Friday
  • Why puzzle books and sets make perfect holiday gifts
  • Smart ways to use promo codes and secret discounts
  • Ti...
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Counting down to the holidays has never been this fun! In this festive episode of Puzzle Chat,  unwraps the joy of puzzle advent calendars and daily countdown challenges that turn December into a month of discovery. Whether you love jigsaws, riddles, or clever DIY ideas, this episode explores creative ways to make every day leading up to the holidays feel like a mini celebration of puzzling fun.

  • Learn how to create your own puzz...
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November 3, 2025 10 mins

The holidays are here!!! And so are the guests, decorations, and overflowing tables! But that doesn’t mean you have to skip your favorite seasonal puzzling. In this cozy and creative episode of Puzzle Chat, we share clever holiday puzzle hacks for keeping the fun alive, even when space is limited. From pop-up puzzle zones to smart storage and décor ideas, you’ll learn how to make puzzles part of the festivities no matter how crowde...

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Overview:
The holidays are joyful… and a little chaotic. Between wrapping gifts, cooking feasts, and trying to do it all, it’s easy to lose your calm. In this peaceful (and relatable) episode of Puzzle Chat,  we explore how puzzling can restore balance, quiet the noise, and bring a little Zen to your holiday season.

  • Discover why puzzles are the perfect stress reliever for the holiday rush.
  • Learn how to create your own Puzzle...
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It’s spooky season — and puzzlers are celebrating in style! In this festive episode of Puzzle Chat, we share how Halloween jigsaw puzzles are becoming a fall favorite. From haunted mansions and pumpkin patches to the newest trend of Halloween countdown puzzle calendars, this episode explores all the creative ways to bring October fun to your puzzle table. Plus, it's perfect for all ages  as kids and adults love the harvest jig...

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Thanksgiving is about more than food! It's about spending time with family and friends. It’s about the moments in between all the chaos when you come together as one. The laughter before dinner, the quiet conversations afterward, and those cozy pauses that make the day memorable. 

In this special holiday episode of Puzzle Chat, we share how setting out a jigsaw puzzle can turn your Thanksgiving gathering into a heartwarming, sh...

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When the leaves start to fall and the air turns crisp, puzzling feels a little more magical. In this cozy autumn episode of Puzzle Chat, we celebrate the joy of fall-themed puzzles that capture the beauty of the season. From golden harvest scenes to rustic cottages glowing in twilight, discover how autumn colors, textures, and artwork make every puzzle feel like pumpkin-spice perfection.

  • Explore how fall colors and imagery make ...
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On this episode of Puzzle Chat, we laugh about the little disasters every puzzler knows too well. Spills, missing pieces, bent corners, and all the funny ways a puzzle can go wrong. These aren’t tragedies. They’re the stories we tell again and again.

This episode, Grand Jigsaw Puzzle Fiasco: Jigsaw Puzzle Fails, Mistakes, and Nightmares, shares the lighter side of puzzling. Because even when it’s messy, puzzling still brings us joy.

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Puzzle Chat: Puzzler’s Time – How Jigsaw Puzzles Change Our Sense of Time

On this episode of Puzzle Chat, we explore how puzzling can bend the clock. Time slows. Time speeds up. Sometimes it even disappears completely when the pieces take over.

This episode, Puzzler’s Time: How Jigsaw Puzzles Change Our Sense of Time, is all about that magical feeling. The way puzzles take us out of the everyday and into a rhythm where hours and minu...

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Missing jigsaw pieces? Don’t panic. Puzzle Chat is here with smart strategies and creative hacks to finish your jigsaw, even when a few pieces are gone. On this episode of the podcast we look at your options and you might have more than you think! Entitled Missing Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces: How to Finish the Puzzle When Some are Gone, we know it can be frustrating but you can have fun playing your jigsaw puzzle. Stay focused, stay calm,...

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Jigsaw Puzzles are fun! Yet when it comes to solving with others, there’s more than just matching pieces. This episode dives into the unspoken rules of jigsaw puzzle etiquette and how following them can make every puzzle experience smoother, more enjoyable, and stress-free.

Why listen to this episode:

  • Learn the key etiquette tips that keep jigsaw puzzle-solving cooperative and fun.
  • Discover how to navigate disagreements or piece d...
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Feeling like your family or friends are lost in screen time? We've seen that people are worried about what is taking over family evenings! There’s a simple, fun way to bring everyone together again: puzzles! This episode explores how family puzzle nights can spark conversation, laughter, and meaningful connections across generations.

Why listen to this episode:

  • Discover how puzzles create shared experiences and strengthen fa...
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Feeling trapped in endless feeds and doomscrolling late at night? This episode explores a refreshing, mindful alternative: puzzles! Discover how slowing down with a jigsaw, crossword, or brain teaser can calm your mind, boost focus, and turn screen fatigue into pure relaxation. It's probably time you stop doomscrolling and pick up a piece of a puzzle.

Why listen to this episode:

  • Learn how puzzles can replace doomscrolling an...
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On this episode of Puzzle Chat, we share the story of Vicky Makes And Builds, a YouTube puzzle influencer with a huge heart. She’s taking on 5,000 puzzle pieces in 24 hours, all while raising money for mental health support. The puzzle she is expecting to finish: Big City Collage by Ravensburger Puzzles. It’s a jigsaw puzzle that will have her seriously focused to finish!

This fundraiser supports Befrienders Worldwide, a group that ...

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What if your love for puzzles could make you better at life? This episode explores how your favorite pastime can become a powerful tool for sharpening your mind and tackling real-world challenges. Have you ever considered your Puzzle Solvers Mindset?

In this episode, you’ll discover:

  • How puzzle habits can enhance your problem-solving skills.
  • The connection between puzzles and a stronger, more agile memory.
  • Simple, actionable tips f...
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Ever wonder what to call a crossword fanatic? Or the person who practically lives for jigsaws? This episode dives into the funny and fascinating secret language of puzzle enthusiasts. 🧩

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • The unique names for different types of puzzle lovers, from "dissectologists" to "cruciverbalists."
  • Why we create fun and quirky names for our hobbies.
  • A hilarious peek into the drama and etiquette...
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