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Riddles! Puzzles! WhoDunnits! Adal Rifai, Erin Keif and John Patrick Coan, three of Chicago's most overrated improvisers, are on the case to solve every riddle, puzzle, brain-teaser, and head-scratcher known to humanity. Some riddles are almost impossible, some are absolutely improbable, and some simply have not aged well. And if you don't like riddles, don't worry! This podcast is barely about them! Like what you hear? Join the Clue Crew for weekly bonus episodes at Patreon.com/heyriddleriddle
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Feb 25, 2026 • 1h
#397: All Oogie All The Time
This week we elect our understudies so we can always be prepared. Oh, and there are also riddles there. Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 20, 2026 • 9min
Patreon Preview #363: Chatterbox 32
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Feb 18, 2026 • 1h 5min
#396: We Smabi
On this week's smabi we take some listeners submitted smabis and then improvise some smabis! Starring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 13, 2026 • 10min
Patreon Preview #362: Summer on Scorn Mountain
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Feb 11, 2026 • 1h 5min
#395: Peep Impact
Ok ok! Next time we'll do more riddlesStarring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/RIDDLE and get on your way to being your best self.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 6, 2026 • 10min
Patreon Preview #361: Reacher for the Stars
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Feb 4, 2026 • 1h 3min
#394: Jokes We Don't Get
What's your favorite thing to say in a small talk situation? Ours is: Casey Clip ThatStarring:Adal RifaiJohn Patrick CoanErin KeifEditing by: Casey ToneyTheme by: Arne ParrottLogo by: Emily Kardamis & Emmaline MorrisWant more? Get Weekly Bonus Eps on Patreon!JPC's Guided Meditations Volume 1, available now at our Patreon digital store!Want merch? Visit our Dashery Store!Want to mail us something? Hey Riddle Riddle 6351 W Montrose Ave #267Chicago, IL, 60634Want to leave us a voicemail? Call (805) RIDDLE-1 or (805-743-3531)Want to advertise on the show? Check out Hey Riddle Riddle via Gumball.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 30, 2026 • 11min
Patreon Preview #360: Improv Starters
They riff on an improv scene-starter book and how to structure character conflicts. They sort scene ideas by relationship tensions like teen vs parent and student vs teacher. They pick objectives for improvised scenes and play a wild family scene about permission to attend a party. Absurd sponsor bits are woven into the performance for extra surreal humor.

Jan 28, 2026 • 1h 10min
#393: Mr. Mouse Bones
Sandor Weisz, puzzle designer and creator of the daily word game Raddle, drops in for a Sandbox of idioms and language puzzles. They riff on literal translations from Dutch, Lithuanian, Farsi, Romanian, Tagalog, Arabic, Portuguese, German, Norwegian, and Italian. Short, bizarre sayings spark wild guesses and comic explanations.

Jan 23, 2026 • 12min
Patreon Preview #359: Welcome to New Hampshire 🥾
The hosts dive into New Hampshire's intriguing motto, 'Live free or die,' sparking lively debates about its origins. Personal travel tales reveal delicious food and memorable adventures in Portsmouth. They hilariously rank New England states, joking about Connecticut's quirks. Odd laws take center stage, with a game guessing which are real, including a bicycle sidewalk rule. Sketches entertain with chaotic wishes from a genie and a humorous bike confrontation. Each segment is packed with laughter and insightful banter!


