IN PURSUIT OF PUZZLES

Top of the list

Last week The New York Times published its list of the top 100 TV shows of the 21st century (as determined by 516 “stars, showrunners, craftspeople, executives and other industry experts”). This midi salutes the show that landed at #1 and tips its cap to a couple others. (While not 100% kosher, I took the liberty of including two 2-letter entries.)

Created by Jeanne D. Breen with the free cross word builder from Amuse Labs

The Times invited those who were interested to submit their own lists (up to 10 shows) of the top shows. If you’re interested, after completing the puzzle, you can see what I voted for below:

My Top TenDownload

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  1. Jeff Avatar
    Jeff

    Very nice! I don’t watch much TV but I’ve seen a few of the shows on your list and agree they are excellent.

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    1. Jeff Avatar
      Jeff

      By the way, the clue in 16D is also the title of a seminal cultural anthropology book by Claude Lévi-Strauss. He uses 16 Down to symbolize nature and “Cooked” to symbolize culture.

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      1. JDB Avatar
        JDB

        Yes, I learned that earlier today when I looked up the album to confirm the date of its release! A fun fact! I love ‘stuff’ like that. 😊

  2. Eric Avatar
    Eric

    Damages! There’s a show that doesn’t get enough love. Amazing performances from Glenn Close and Rose Byrne.

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    1. JDB Avatar
      JDB

      So, so good, right?! And Ted Danson, who usually plays good guys – eg, Sam on Cheers – was amazing as a really bad guy. Martin Short and Lily Tomlin were also excellent in uncharacteristically serious roles (season 3, I think).

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