Portable, enjoyable hands-free puzzles from longtime NPR Puzzlemaster Will Shortz and special guests.<br><br>Will Shortz believes that “we're living in the golden age of puzzles now . . . puzzles have never been better.” He should know. Shortz has been crossword editor of <i>The New York Times</i> since 1993 and NPR puzzlemaster even longer, challenging <i>Weekend Edition Sunday</i> listeners with on-air puzzles since the program's start in 1987.<br><br>This collection features Shortz and NPR host Liane Hansen in stimulating conversation, guiding listeners through puzzles filled with creative wordplay. Programs include the one before Shortz's appearance on <i>The Simpsons</i> (with prizes announced by Mr. Burns and Smithers, voiced by Harry Shearer), Hansen's birthday show (her children read the list of prizes), and two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks as a mystery guest who sticks around to help the delighted contestant.