Best FFF Podcasts (2025)

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Journey of a Startup Founder: Insights from Yael Shemer Co-Founder of Tulu 35:06

7d ago35:06

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Navigating the Journey of a Startup Founder: Insights from Tulu Co-Founder Join Alap and the co-founder of Tulu as they dive deep into her entrepreneurial journey, blending work with friendships, and the experience of scaling a startup. Discover how Tulu was born out of a passion for efficient living in small spaces, the challenges faced during COV…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 379 (The Corojo Collection: Legendary Leaf, Epic Flavor) 1:34:16

4h ago1:34:16

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In the cigar world, Corojo leaf is used by cigar makers to craft some of the most beloved blends we have today. During this episode, we’ll discuss what makes Corojo such a valuable part of the blending process for so many cigar makers. We’ll look at where the Corojo seed was born, and how it has transformed over the years of moving around Latin Ame…

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Episode 270: Ben Nickolls & Andrew Nesbitt on Ecosyste.ms 44:26

4d ago44:26

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Guests Ben Nickolls | Andrew Nesbitt Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard is joined by guests Ben Nickolls and Andrew Nesbitt to discuss the ecosyste.ms project. They explore how ecosyste.ms collects and analyzes metadata from various open-source projects to create a comprehensive database that can help impr…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 378 (How Cigars Made Us Irresistible… Just Ask Our Wives) 1:40:14

8d ago1:40:14

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We’re living in a new era for the cigar aficionado. The cigar world used to be… well, a sausage fest. But these days, you’ll see more and more ladies in the local lounge than ever before. Today there are more ladies and couples in the world of cigars than there have ever been before. If makes my day when I see couples posting pics of their date nig…

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Episode 269: Marianne Bellotti & Greg Wilson on 10 quick tips for making your software outlive your job 44:16

11d ago44:16

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Guests Marianne Bellotti | Greg Wilson Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer talks with Marianne Bellotti, author of *Kill It with Fire, *and Greg Wilson, co-founder of the Carpentries, about what happens to your code when you leave your job and how to make sure it survives. They discuss their new pa…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 377 (Padron't Even Try To Argue Who Is King of Cigars) 1:37:12

15d ago1:37:12

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Who really is the king of the cigar making world? There are lots of contenders for this title. Hell, there's even a Master Blender Hall-of-Fame. If you ask 100 aficionados who is the best of them all, you're likely to get a lot of different responses. Some will favor newer boutique brands while others will swear by time tested names. During this ep…

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Episode 268: Maintainer Month 2025 with Dirkjan Ochtman on Sustaining Critical Rust Libraries 34:18

18d ago34:18

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Guest Dirkjan Ochtman Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this special Maintainer Month episode of Sustain, host Richard speaks with Dirkjan Ochtman, a long-time open source contributor and Rust advocate. They dive deep into what it's like maintaining critical infrastructure libraries, the motivations behind taking over "abandonware," and how f…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 376 (The ONLY Cigar With The Soul Of The Sky) 1:34:15

22d ago1:34:15

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The art of crafting cigars is timeless and traditional. It's not often that new methods pop up… and when they do, they're frequently novelties. During my 10 years in the cigar world, I have seen A LOT of 'new' ideas. And for the most part they are just ways to try and grab attention. But true innovation only happens in cigars then cigar makers rede…

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Episode 267: Michelle Barker on the Research Software Alliance (ReSA) 34:47

25d ago34:47

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Guest Michelle Barker Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer welcomes Michelle Barker, Director of the Research Software Alliance (ReSA), for an in-depth conversation about the critical yet often overlooked role of research software in open science. Michelle shares her journey from sociologist to open…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 375 (Race To Be King Of All Limited Edition Cigars) 1:39:48

29d ago1:39:48

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In the fast evolving world of Limited Edition cigars, there's a race. It's a race to create the king of ALL LE blends on the market! Each cigar maker is hard at work to craft elite premium flavor that leaves the aficionado desperate for more. Some projects come out as one time, here today gone tomorrow, single releases. Others are made to be annual…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 374 (The Dawn Of The Age Of Smokquarius) 1:31:36

1M ago1:31:36

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Today is truly a momentous day in the cigar world. We are just a week after the PCA trade show, where cigar makers have shown off their best and brightest new projects for 2025. I gotta tell you, there are some profoundly artistic new cigar in production right now! On this episode, we’ll discuss some of the best ones coming down the pipes to see wh…

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Episode 266: Sustain OSS Virtual Event: Recap! 22:11

1M ago22:11

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Guests Eriol Fox | Allen “Gunner” Gunn | Leslie Hawthorn | Abby Cabunoc Mayes Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this special episode of Sustain, Richard has a discussion with guests and fellow hosts Eriol Fox, Abby Cabunoc Mayes, Leslie Hawthorne, and Gunner, about the recent virtual Sustain event discussing the current state and future of su…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 373 (Jeremy Siers Has Gone Full On Cigar Maker) 1:42:53

1M ago1:42:53

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Jeremy Siers is known as a man who’s all about man things. But today, Jeremy has made his way into the ever-growing and ever-challenging world of cigar making. His new line of Hold Fast cigars continues to grow as the Hold Fast Maduro has officially reached the cigar loving wilderness. Tonight, Jeremy will join us to chat about his new projects. As…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 372 (Passing The Torch: Perdomo Legacy is More Than A New Cigar Blend) 1:32:15

2M ago1:32:15

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The world of hand-made cigars is not new. It's a 600 year old practice that is often pursued by multi-generational cigar families. In this episode, we're taking a close look at how legacy is evolving he cigar making world today. The truth is, a new generation of cigar makers is coming up, and we get to experience the craft of a whole new set of fam…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 371 SPECIAL EDITION (A LOOK INSIDE THE VISION FOR ELITE FLAVOR) 1:19:42

2M ago1:19:42

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On this special edition of Cigars Daily LIVE, we’re joined by in-studio guest Jonas Santana! He is the mastermind behind one of the most followed up and coming cigar brands the world has today – Blackbird. Today, he will be joining us to chat about a Daily Edition project that we have been working on together – The Cactus Wren Box Pressed Daily Edi…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 370 (Stop Holding Your Breath It’s Time To Echo-Hale) 1:32:56

2M ago1:32:56

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For cigar makers, new projects can take a VERY long time to bring to life. After dreaming up a blend or brand idea, it can take months or even years to land a new project in the wild among cigar loving folk. Right now, I’m just getting my hands on the very first of the Espinosa Muercielago Echo-Hale Daily Edition. This is a project I worked on with…

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Episode 265: Sean Goggins on Sustainability through CHAOSS 41:20

2M ago41:20

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Guest Sean Goggins Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer chats with guest Sean Goggins, a tenured full Professor of Computer Science at the University of Missouri. Sean discusses his extensive involvement in the open source community, particularly through his work with the CHAOSS Project, a Linux Fou…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 369 (Fuente FFF-Monday The Opus-ode) 1:33:09

2M ago1:33:09

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On this OPUS-ode of Cigars Daily LIVE we’re exploring one of the most reputable cigars of all time – The Opus X. Arturo Fuente has crafted a colossal series of cigars called Opus X. Today it is heralded as the creme de la creme of cigars for special occasions. Now, WE get to pass judgement on them. Dive in with us as we look at the construction, de…

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Episode 264: Neil Chue Hong on the Software Sustainability Institute 39:19

2M ago39:19

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Guest Neil Chue Hong Panelists Richard Littauer | Justin Dorfman Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, hosts Richard Littauer and Justin Dorfman talk with Neil Chue Hong, Director of the Software Sustainability Institute (SSI). They discuss the SSI's mission to sustain software used in research, the institute's history and funding, the role of res…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 368 (Room101’s Golden 15th Anniversary Shower)

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I’m not sure if Matt Booth has survived 15 years in the cigar industry or if the cigar industry has survived 15 years of Matt Booth. But we’re here now and we have to live with it. Matt Booth is an anomaly in the cigar world because he happened into the industry when ’boutique’ cigar makers were a very new thing. It was him and just a few other sma…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 367 (Exclusive Look At Our Jaw-dropping Spring Collectables) 1:35:30

3M ago1:35:30

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There are few things that aficionados love more than cigars… but cool collectables are certainly one of them. At this moment, the cigar world is filled with some of the most epic collectable items that have ever been made. Whether it’s statues, challenge coins, wall art, or any other thing that lets cigar lovers show off their pride of the leaf, th…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 363 (Green Gold At The End Of The Rainbow) 1:31:53

3M ago1:31:53

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Every year, cigar lovers are looking for exactly the right cigar to pair with the holidays. More and more cigar makers are crafting holiday specific cigars, but none of them are as early to the party as Alec Bradley with their Filthy Hooligan Barber Pole. This cigar brings together the dark chocolatey rich tasting notes of a dark Habano wrapper wit…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 362 (Celebration Cigars for 7 Years of The Best Damn Cigar Content Online) 1:39:09

3M ago1:39:09

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At the Cigars Daily HQ we’ve got a reason to celebrate! It’s our 7th birthday as the world’s largest online cigar community! It’s hard to believe, but it’s true. And if there’s one thing cigar aficionado’s love it’s a reason to celebrate! During this episode, we’ll be sharing some of the biggest wins along with our personal selections for the best …

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Cigars Daily LIVE 361 (The Signature of Blending Perfection) 1:36:19

3M ago1:36:19

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There is a certain signature that comes with expert blending. And I'm not talking about someone's autograph or scribbled name. The signature of blending perfection is, for cigar aficionados, found in a complex, refined, and satiating flavor profile. This week, we're looking at one blend that has achieved one of the highest levels of vibrant cigar e…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 360 (Mystery Solved: Weirdest Cigar Terms Explained) 1:31:44

4M ago1:31:44

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The cigar world is as deep as it is wide. The people who get started in cigars are often taken back by this! There’s a whole dictionary of interesting and peculiar terms that come with the cigar lifestyle. During this episode, we will be discussing many of these terms. Some are Spanish words, others are english, and some are a crazy mix of the two.…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 359 (Cigars Will NEVER Recover From This) 1:34:23

4M ago1:34:23

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Changes are a-coming. Truth be told, the cigar world is old... but not that old. The artistry of crafting handmade cigars has been around for about 600 years. And every year something new threatens to come along and end it all for the artisan cigar makers throughout Latin America. But the committed cigar loving community in America and across the w…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 358 (Sultans of Shade: Masters of Mild Complexity) 1:37:32

4M ago1:37:32

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Mild and Complex are not two words that are often used together in the world of cigars. It seems like milder cigars have a reputation for being… a little ordinary. But in recent years there has been a big push to craft some truly complex Shade blends, and those are the one’s we’re learning about tonight. From boutique blends to monster Masterblende…

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Episode 263: Alison Hill on Product Management in Open Source 40:26

4M ago40:26

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Guest Alison Hill Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes We’re kicking off the new year of Sustain with host Richard Littauer discussing sustaining open source software with guest, Alison Hill, VP of Product at Anaconda, and a cognitive scientist with a PhD in psychology. Alison shares her journey from academia to industry, emphasizing the importance…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 357 (Beyond the Hype – A Critical Look at Top 25 Cigar Lists) 1:35:12

4M ago1:35:12

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Every music artist on the planet has the dream of creating that platinum album. A set of songs that is recognized and revered among listeners. In the cigar world, there is no such thing as a platinum album, but we do have the annual release of the Top 25 Lists. These are lists compiled by cigar publications, vloggers, bloggers, and whole cigar comm…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 356 (The Crystal Ball 2025 Predictions for the Cigar World) 1:35:26

4M ago1:35:26

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What if we could fast forward to the end of 2025 and already know everything?! We could see every new project, every major event, and every scandal that might come along to rock the cigar world! That would be one hell of an advantage. Fortunately, we have the next best thing – the Cigars Daily Crew. At the HQ we are students of all the artistry and…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 355 (Decade-Aged Cigars Deep Dive) 1:34:34

5M ago1:34:34

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There are cigars with aged leaf, and then there are aged cigars. They’re two VERY different things. You hear about them out there in the wild. There are lots of cigars with blends that tout aged leaf. Sometimes the leaf is aged 5, 10, even 15 years. And those are considered desirable among aficionados. Then there are the aged cigars. These are the …

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Episode 262: Brian Muenzenmeyer on Approachable Open Source 33:07

5M ago33:07

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Guest Brian Muenzenmeyer Panelists Richard Littauer | Abbigail Cabunoc Mayes Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer is joined by co-host Abigail Cabunoc Mayes and guest Brian Muenzenmeyer, a seasoned open source contributor. Brian shares his journey in web development, his experiences with burnout, and insights from his new bo…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 354 (The Final Puff – 2024 Year End Special!) 1:37:02

5M ago1:37:02

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As we close out another fantastic year, we’re pulling out all the stops to celebrate the moments that made this year unforgettable. From amazing guests to unforgettable cigar reviews and community highlights, we’ll revisit the best of 2024 and share some laughs and stories along the way. In this special year-end episode, we’ll reflect on the milest…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 353 (Santa Came Early With New Blends for 'Good' Men & Women) 1:31:05

5M ago1:31:05

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This time of year, Santa is gearing up to deliver gifts to those well behaved men and women of the world. So I have no idea why he would come by the Cigars Daily HQ to visit the likes of Billy, Terrence, Ryan, and me. But here we are, confused as we are grateful. During the episode, we will discuss some of 2025's new projects, share some Christmas …

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Episode 261: Alexander Petros on htmx and sustainable, simpler tools 36:21

5M ago36:21

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Guest Alexander Petros Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes Join host Richard Littauer as he dives into the world of open source sustainability with Alexander Petros, core maintainer of htmx and freelance software engineer. Today, they explore the evolution of HTML, the power of lightweight web protocols, and the broader implications of open-source…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 352 (These New Cigars Are Fashionably Late To The Party) 1:41:18

5M ago1:41:18

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On this show, we joke that American January is Nicaraguan April. It's a tradition in the cigar world for projects to experience delays. There are few few projects that reach the cigar community at the proposed date and time. But these two blends from Southern Draw Cigars absolutely take the cake! The Southern Draw Morning Glory and Evening Primrose…

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Episode 260: Robert Douglass and contributing as a corporation to OSS 32:55

6M ago32:55

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Guest Robert Douglass Panelist Richard Littauer | Abby Cabunoc Mayes Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, hosts Richard Littauer and Abby Cabunoc Mayes speak with Robert Douglass, Entrepreneur in Residence at Open Strategy Partners, to delve into sustaining open source projects. They explore Robert's extensive history with Drupal, the role of Ope…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 351 + AfterParty (The Aficionado’s Playbook – Top 10 Expert Tips) 1:33:09

6M ago1:33:09

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The term aficionado gets thrown around far too much. But who exactly qualifies as a true cigar aficionado? Is it about how long someone has been into cigars, or does it come down to knowledge and expertise? In this episode, we dive into the cigar world to explore cigar nerds, newbies, and even industry professionals to uncover what truly makes some…

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Episode 259: Giulio Carvalho on Civic Tech and Querido Diário 42:21

6M ago42:21

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Guest Giulio Carvalho Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer talks with Giulio Carvalho, a civic tech practitioner and program manager at Open Knowledge Brasil, about the importance of open data and civic engagement in Brazil. They discuss the role of civic tech projects in promoting transparency, suc…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 350 (Limited Edition Luxuries That’ll Be Missed After The Holidays) 1:35:31

6M ago1:35:31

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Limited Edition Cigars are just the worst! They’re here today, gone tomorrow. Every year, we hear about amazing projects from the best cigar makers. But once they release they’re gone in a flash. The most painful part of these short run blends is when people enjoy them! It leaves the aficionado feeling… empty once they’re all gone. During this epis…

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Episode 258: Devin Stein on using AI to maintain OSS with Dosu 37:53

6M ago37:53

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Guest Devin Stein Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer talks with Devin Stein, CEO and Founder of Dosu. Today, they discuss the challenges of sustaining open source software, the role of AI and LLMs (Large Language Model) in automating support and maintenance, and the ethical considerations surround…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 349 (Surviving The Holidays With Your Non-Cigar Loving Family) 1:35:53

6M ago1:35:53

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The holidays are here, and you know what that means – lots of time with family and friends. Some of these are people you’re excited to see… others are people you’d be just fine never seeing again. In any family group, you’re bound to find some people who are concerned or even hostile to the cigar lifestyle. These are the people who want to go on an…

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Episode 257: Kailash Nadh and Zerodha's FLOSS/Fund and funding.json 36:11

6M ago36:11

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Guest Kailash Nadh Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer sits down with Kailash Nath, CTO of Zerodha, to delve into the dynamics of funding and sustaining open-source projects. They explore the establishment of Zerodha's FLOSS/Fund, which allocates a million dollars annually to support pivotal open s…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 348 (Hold Fast: Jeremy Siers After Hours Comes To Cigars Daily) 1:39:52

6M ago1:39:52

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Viewers of Cigars Daily LIVE know that I’ve got a pretty low view of cigars made by celebrities and influencers. It seems like lots of notable people have an expectation that they can slap their name on a blend and people will just fall in love with it. But that’s not the way it works. For a cigar to be great, it has to be made by a true aficionado…

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Episode 256: Thomas Karagianes & Jonathan Romano on crowd-sourcing RNA research with Eterna 38:36

6M ago38:36

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Guest Thomas Karagianes | Jonathan Romano Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode, host Richard Littauer discusses the journey and impact of Eterna with developers Jonathan Romano and Thomas Karagianes. The conversation revolves around Eterna's role in RNA research through user-contributed puzzle solutions, emphasizing community engage…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 347 (The Ballot Of Diesel Desert Walker) 1:36:02

7M ago1:36:02

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On this episode, we're taking things back to the era of the wild west… which is when I started working on the Diesel Desert Walker with Justin Andrews. This project has been a LONG time in the making. But like a well protected stage coach, these cigars have finally arrived! Tonight, we're discussing the newest Diesel Cigar, which has been expertly …

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Episode 255: Caleb Connolly & Pablo Correa Gómez on postmarketOS 37:00

7M ago37:00

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Guests Caleb Connolly | Pablo Correa Gómez Panelist Richard Littauer Show Notes In this episode of Sustain, host Richard Littauer is joined by guests Pablo Correa Gómez and Caleb Connolly to explore the development and sustainability of postmarketOS, an open-source Linux distribution designed to extend the life of mobile devices. The team dives int…

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Cigars Daily LIVE 346 (Launching La Fermentada: A Look Inside Our Expertly Fermented Leaf) 1:36:13

7M ago1:36:13

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In order to produce excellent cigars, cigar makers need a few things. Excellent soil, lot of sun, well cultivated seeds, and expertly fermented leaf. It’s in the fermentation that cigar leaf is carefully baked to perfection. During this episode, we’ll be discussing no only the timeless tradition of pilon fermentation, but also the cigar, Oliva’s La…

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How Founder of Cleobella, Angela O'brien Built an Ethically Made Fashion Brand 27:04

7M ago27:04

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In this episode we’re joined by Angela O’brien, founder of globally inspired, ethically made fashion brand, Cleobella. Angela shares how the brand got its roots at the LA farmer’s market, and has since grown to have a cult following. She deep dives on Canvas Tote featured in the 2024 FabFitFun Winter Box and shares how we can make sure our purchase…

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Episode 254: Batool Almarzouq on Localizing Open Source Communities 32:29

7M ago32:29

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Guest Batool Almarzouq Panelist Richard Littauer | Amanda Casari Show Notes In this episode, hosts Richard Littauer and Amanda Casari are joined by Batool Almarzouq, Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Liverpool and Research Project Manager at the Alan Turing Institute. They discuss Batool's work in open science, including her involvement…

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