The Wirecutter Show

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.  Guest: Wirecutter senior staff writer, Doug Mahoney  Additional Reading: The 4 Best Mousetraps of 2024How a Bag of Dead Rats Proved the Terro Garbage Guard Really Works  Products We Recommend: Best Mousetrap: Tomcat Press ’N Set Mouse TrapRunner Up: Victor M393 Power-Kill Mouse Traps For when you need a LOT of mousetraps: Victor Easy Set Mouse TrapDoug recommends: Pleasant Hill MacIntosh Fruit Press 4 Gallon + Wood Basket [please note, this product is often out of stock]  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

The Wirecutter Show is planning a special episode for the holidays and we need your help! Send  a voice memo to us at thewirecuttershow@wirecutter.com about your hardest-to-shop-for gift recipients! Let us know: your name and where you're calling in from who your hard-to-please gift recipient is what makes them hard to shop forwhat they like & don't likeWe'll play your stories on the show for an expert from Wirecutter's gifting team and see if we can stump them! No matter what, you'll walk away with some great gifting advice. Record a voice memo on your phone and email it to us at thewirecuttershow@wirecutter.com.  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

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 love. Guest: Wirecutter writer Bianca Alba  Additional Reading: The Best VibratorsThe 6 Best Personal Lubricants of 2024 How to Clean Sex Toys Products We Recommend: The Classic Wand style: Magic Wand RechargeableThe Classic Wand style, but corded: Magic Wand PlusAffordable and versatile: Satisfyer Purple PleasureFor suction and vibration: Dame AerFor precise stimulation: Lelo DotBianca Recommends: Beast Blender for single serve smoothies  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

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 exposure.  Guest: Wirecutter's sustainability editor, Katie Okamoto Additional Reading:Microplastics Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Avoid Eating Them.The Best Water Filter Pitcher and DispenserThe Best Under-Sink Water Filter Products We Recommend: Pitcher Filter: Brita Standard Everyday PitcherUnder Sink Filter: Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max FlowGlass Food Containers: Pyrex Simply Store 9-Pack Mixed Sized Glass Food Storage SetKatie Recommends: Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

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 editor Harry Sawyers Additional Reading:The Best Emergency Preparedness SuppliesHow to Clean a Flooded BasementEverything I Did to Flood-Proof My Old House The Best Hurricane Preparedness Supplies and Strategies for 2024The Best Gear for Your Bug-Out Bag Products We Recommend: Best rigid water container: Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7-GallonBest flashlight: ThruNite Archer 2A V3Best floating solar lantern: LuminAid Titan 2-in-1 Power LanternBest weather radio: Midland ER310Best portable solar charger: BigBlue 28W USB Solar ChargerBest multi-tool: Leatherman Skeletool CXFolding saws Harry likes: Silky Pocketboy 130 mm Folding Saw Medium Teeth 340-13, Silky Professional BIGBOY Folding Saw 360mm Large Teeth (354-36), Silky Zubat Curved Hand Saw 270mm Large Teeth (270-27) Harry’s favorite recent purchase: Aquatabs   We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

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 to avoid. Guest: Wirecutter senior staff writer Jackie Reeve Additional Reading:The Best SheetsThe Best Cotton SheetsThe Joy (and Anxiety) of Sleeping on $2,000 SheetsBest Linen SheetsBest Flannel SheetsWhat Is the Best Thread Count for Sheets?Should You Spring For Egyptian Cotton Sheets? Products we recommend: 280-Thread-Count Pima Cotton Percale SheetsJCPenney's Wrinkle Guard’s 400 Thread Count Sateen SheetsL.L.Bean Ultrasoft Comfort Flannel Sheet SetJackie Recommends: Swoveralls   We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

What you need to know before giving your kid a phone, plus the Wirecutter-tested trackers, smartwatches, and phones to consider. Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Ellen Lee &  Dr. Devorah Heitner Additional Reading:The Best First Phones for KidsThe Best Smartwatches for KidsThe Best Parental Control Apps to Manage Screen Time (and Keep Your Kid Safer Online)Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World  by Dr. Devorah HeitnerGrowing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World by Dr. Devorah Heitner Products we recommend:Apple AirTagTile MateBark PhonePinwheelApple iPhone SE (3rd generation, 128 GB)Verizon Gizmo Watch 3Apple Watch SE GPS + Cellular Check out more NYT podcast coverage about the recent push to ban phones in schools from The Daily and Hard Fork.    We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

Expert tips to waste less food — and save on your grocery bill — from Wirecutter kitchen editor Marilyn Ong and New York Times Cooking deputy editor Genevieve Ko.  Additional Reading Best Food Storage ContainersBest Dry Food Storage ContainersThe Best Vacuum SealerKitchen Compost Bins We Love Products We RecommendRubbermaid Brilliance Pantry Food Storage ContainersAnova Precision Vacuum Sealer ProCuisinart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with Lids  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

Our best-in-class advice to breathing a little easier.  Guest: Wirecutter Senior staff writer Tim Heffernan Additional ReadingThe Best Air Purifier The $650 LifeStraw Max Water Filter Can Save You From Contaminated WaterHow Can I Clear My Air of Wildfire Smoke?How to DIY An Air Purifier Products We RecommendCoway Airmega AP-1512HH MightyLifeStraw MaxKnipex Carpenters’ End Cut Pliers  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

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.  Guest: Wirecutter Staff Writer, Andrea Barnes  Additional Reading The Best Laundry DetergentSo You Stained Your Shirt? Now WhatThe Best Stain RemoversThe Best Detergent for Hand-Washing ClothesThis Steamy Grill Brush Makes Me Excited to Clean My Grill Products We RecommendTide Ultra Oxi Powder Laundry DetergentTide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry DetergentDirty Labs Free & Clear Bio Laundry DetergentAmodex Ink & Stain RemoverRestoration Fabric Cleaner We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

Our new podcast aims to solve your everyday problems, with life-changing tips, tricks and product recommendations from Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists. Find out more at nytimes.com/wirecutter. We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode at nytimes.com/wirecutter.  

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