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Tyler Hinman

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That kid from Wordplay (2006). I do puzzles and sometimes other stuff.

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Title card on The Simpsons for the show "Don't Go There," starring David Faustino

Title card on The Simpsons for the show "Don't Go There," starring David Faustino

10.03.2026 19:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Letting them pile up a bit, plus I've still got some Orca-nominated variety cryptics to do.

09.03.2026 19:28 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Now it can be told: I helped construct the MrBeast million-dollar puzzle hunt. It was a neat experience, especially being able to say "I helped make a Super Bowl ad" as well as contributing to a puzzle displayed on the Salesforce Tower.

06.03.2026 19:26 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We're not concerned with such trifling matters. We're going for the overall league record.

05.03.2026 21:59 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Pushing this back to 6:30 for reasons.

04.03.2026 01:57 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

OK, maybe I'll try to do the Orca-nominated variety cryptics tonight even though the awards have already been handed out. Tune in at, I dunno, 6p Pacific or so. twitch.tv/thatpuzzleguy

03.03.2026 20:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Still from The Room when Tommy Wiseau is saying "Oh, hi Mark," but the caption reads "Oh, hi March." Cuz it's March 1st. Funny stuff.

Still from The Room when Tommy Wiseau is saying "Oh, hi Mark," but the caption reads "Oh, hi March." Cuz it's March 1st. Funny stuff.

01.03.2026 19:59 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I watched a ton of Olympics, more than I have in a long time. It was rad as shit and I find myself sad they're over. I do plan to check out the Paralympics.

22.02.2026 23:23 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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a puppet in a tuxedo and bow tie is pointing at the camera with the words i 'll allow it below him . ALT: a puppet in a tuxedo and bow tie is pointing at the camera with the words i 'll allow it below him .
20.02.2026 23:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

It's go time.

13.02.2026 02:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Me: All right, gotta get healthier here. Gonna eat better and pick up my walking again.
Also me: [will spend twenty bucks a week on Cadbury Mini Eggs for the next two months]

12.02.2026 23:58 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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ThatPuzzleGuy - Twitch I'm Tyler. I do puzzles, mostly crosswords and thinky games. I swear sometimes. Generally speaking, I don't want help on what I'm solving, but you're welcome to feel smug when you've figured out somet...

In a few hours I'll go through some more Orca-nominated crosswords. www.twitch.tv/thatpuzzleguy

12.02.2026 22:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A Captcha parody that tells the user to select all squares with convergent improper integrals

A Captcha parody that tells the user to select all squares with convergent improper integrals

I wouldn't blame you for considering:

02.02.2026 02:26 πŸ‘ 50 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

I'll get online at about 6:30 PT for some more @defector.com crosswords. I know it's a sad time in the Defector community right now, but hopefully we can have some fun. www.twitch.tv/thatpuzzleguy

29.01.2026 22:04 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
We’re excited, as we hope you are, for another season of City football. However, we cannot ignore the horrors that are unfolding in our nation.

Another American was recently murdered in broad daylight by the United States government. The sad reality is that what’s happening in Minnesota could happen right here in San Francisco and across the Bay Area, especially amidst the upcoming Super Bowl and World Cup.

It is to be expected that ICE’s inhumane raids are met with protest, in accordance with our First Amendment right. Peaceful protest in support of our immigrant community should not incur any sort of violence, let alone death, at the hands of incompetent, masked goons. Fascism is the suppression of opposition by fear and propaganda. Therefore, protesting against ICE is not anti-American; quite the contrary.

This government is using extreme force to make people afraid for standing up for their neighbors. We are not afraid. We stand with the people of Minneapolis, and immigrants across the country. Immigrants make our club great, our city great, and our country great.

The world is watching, and it is up to all of us to stand together against these xenophobic and authoritarian atrocities.

We’re excited, as we hope you are, for another season of City football. However, we cannot ignore the horrors that are unfolding in our nation. Another American was recently murdered in broad daylight by the United States government. The sad reality is that what’s happening in Minnesota could happen right here in San Francisco and across the Bay Area, especially amidst the upcoming Super Bowl and World Cup. It is to be expected that ICE’s inhumane raids are met with protest, in accordance with our First Amendment right. Peaceful protest in support of our immigrant community should not incur any sort of violence, let alone death, at the hands of incompetent, masked goons. Fascism is the suppression of opposition by fear and propaganda. Therefore, protesting against ICE is not anti-American; quite the contrary.
 This government is using extreme force to make people afraid for standing up for their neighbors. We are not afraid. We stand with the people of Minneapolis, and immigrants across the country. Immigrants make our club great, our city great, and our country great.

The world is watching, and it is up to all of us to stand together against these xenophobic and authoritarian atrocities.

Keep doors closed: Ask agents to slide any warrant under the door or hold it up to a window. An administrative warrant (often starting with "Warrant of Removal/Deportation") does not authorize entry into a home.


Remain silent: You do not need to say anything when confronted.


Don’t sign anything: You do not need to sign any documentation.


If stopped in public: Ask, "Am I free to go?" If yes, walk away calmly. If no, remain silent and request a lawyer.


Document the incident: Note the names and badge numbers of the agents if possible.

Keep doors closed: Ask agents to slide any warrant under the door or hold it up to a window. An administrative warrant (often starting with "Warrant of Removal/Deportation") does not authorize entry into a home.


Remain silent: You do not need to say anything when confronted.


Don’t sign anything: You do not need to sign any documentation.


If stopped in public: Ask, "Am I free to go?" If yes, walk away calmly. If no, remain silent and request a lawyer.

 Document the incident: Note the names and badge numbers of the agents if possible.

28.01.2026 17:10 πŸ‘ 29 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 4

Oh, we also 100%ed it. That was neat.

19.01.2026 18:28 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

What a great Mystery Hunt! We finished! Yay! We didn't win! YAY!!!!!

19.01.2026 04:22 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks, super jazzed about it

16.01.2026 00:07 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A clip from Radio Free America:

INTERNET BULLSHIT THAT I LIKED

I suspect the median reader of this newsletter is of an age where you should talk to your doctor about whether it's time to schedule a colonoscopy. So I wanted to let you know... [cut off]

A clip from Radio Free America: INTERNET BULLSHIT THAT I LIKED I suspect the median reader of this newsletter is of an age where you should talk to your doctor about whether it's time to schedule a colonoscopy. So I wanted to let you know... [cut off]

@kleinman.bsky.social I'll have you know, sir, that I had my first colonoscopy on Tuesday, thank you very much

15.01.2026 22:58 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Sweet; I was gonna ask if it had started yet or if I'd missed something

15.01.2026 02:34 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Puzzmo - Cross|word Play Cross|word on Puzzmo, Take a hint.

Hey, I'm in @puzzmo.com again, this time with the illustrious @norahsharpe.bsky.social! And you'll probably beat my time because I managed to make a typo and not find it for thirty goddamn seconds! Boy am I good! www.puzzmo.com/puzzle/2026-...

12.01.2026 18:14 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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a man with a mustache is saying it 's so it 's so beautiful Alt: Ron Swanson: "It's so... it's so beautiful"

Sunday schadenfreude

12.01.2026 00:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Westwords | June 22 | Bay Area & Online Westwords 2025 is in the books! Thanks to all of our solvers, volunteers, and constructors for making it a huge success, and congratulations to the winners! The puzzle packs from 2025 and 2024 can be ...

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Westwords III
Sunday, June 14
Berkeley, CA
Individual and pairs solvers welcome

If you haven't competed previously, you can sign up for email updates at our website. See you in June!
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09.01.2026 21:54 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Since I'm thinking about it, might as well drop my NFL playoff preferences for this year.

1. BUF
2. JAX
3. CHI
4. HOU
5. CAR
6. LAC
7. SEA
8. DEN
9. LAR
10. SF
11. GB
12. NE
13. PIT
14. I get tased after every Giants loss next season
15. PHI

09.01.2026 02:52 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

A friend of mine was recently falsely accused of a very serious crime because of shit like this. Knock it off.

07.01.2026 23:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The β€œprosecute the former regime at every level” candidate has my vote in 2028.

07.01.2026 20:26 πŸ‘ 86923 πŸ” 21341 πŸ’¬ 1612 πŸ“Œ 1508

I have to say, I’m really not thrilled that my country is devolving into a lawless gangster state abroad, and at home, one officially dead set on destroying science, art, and any shared feeling of common humanity

07.01.2026 17:11 πŸ‘ 236 πŸ” 39 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 2

For those breathlessly anticipating my next Twitch game: well, first off, you need another hobby.

Was all set to start Firmament (a Cyan game released in 2023) until I ran into some driver issues. Sorted them out, but I don't feel like cracking into it this late. Soon!

06.01.2026 06:46 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

450+ hours of play later, I've done everything there is to do in this game (aside from the platinum times on all the Flow Orbs and Glide Rings, which I have no desire to try for). Thanks to everyone who watched along the way, as well as to the amazing designers of the unofficial mod.

03.01.2026 04:05 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0