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Quality kitchen gear can last a lifetime–but not every pot, pan, or knife is made to last. This week, we discuss how to invest in durable cookware and tools.
Guest: Wirecutter kitchen staff writer, Michael Sullivan
Additional Reading:
- How to Clean and Season Cast-Iron Cookware
- How to Clean and Care for Wood Cutting Boards
- The Best Flatware of 2024
- The 2 Best Toasters of 2024
Products We Recommend:
- Best Cast Iron: Lodge Chef Collection 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet
- Best Dutch Oven: Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
- Dutch Oven upgrade pick:Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven (5.5 quarts)
- Aluminum Cake Pans: USA Pan Rectangle 9x13 Non-Stick Cake Pan
- Tri-Ply Pots & Pans: All-Clad D3 Stainless 12″ Fry Pan with Lid
- Tempered glassware: Duralex Le Picardie Tumbler, Kähler Hammershøi Tumbler and Kinto Hibi Tumbler
- Wood Cutting Board: Teakhaus Medium Professional Carving Board with Juice Canal 109
- Toasters We Like: Cuisinart CPT-122 2-Slice Compact Plastic Toasterand Breville BTA720XL Bit More Toaster
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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:
Products We Recommend:
- Best Mousetrap: Tomcat Press ’N Set Mouse Trap
- Runner Up: Victor M393 Power-Kill Mouse Traps
- For when you need a LOT of mousetraps: Victor Easy Set Mouse Trap
- Doug recommends: Pleasant Hill MacIntosh Fruit Press 4 Gallon + Wood Basket [please note, this product is often out of stock]
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The Wirecutter Show is planning a special episode for the holidays and we need your help!
Send a voice memo to us at [email protected] 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 for
- what they like & don't like
We'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 [email protected].
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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:
Products We Recommend:
- The Classic Wand style: Magic Wand Rechargeable
- The Classic Wand style, but corded: Magic Wand Plus
- Affordable and versatile: Satisfyer Purple Pleasure
- For suction and vibration: Dame Aer
- For precise stimulation: Lelo Dot
- Bianca Recommends: Beast Blender for single serve smoothies
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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 Dispenser
- The Best Under-Sink Water Filter
Products We Recommend:
- Pitcher Filter: Brita Standard Everyday Pitcher
- Under Sink Filter: Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max Flow
- Glass Food Containers: Pyrex Simply Store 9-Pack Mixed Sized Glass Food Storage Set
- Katie Recommends: Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls
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