Hackaday Editors take a look at all of the interesting uses of technology that pop up on the internet each week. Topics cover a wide range like bending consumer electronics to your will, designing circuit boards, building robots, writing software, 3D printing interesting objects, and using machine tools. Get your fix of geeky goodness from new episodes every Friday morning.
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Programming Throwdown educates Computer Scientists and Software Engineers on a cavalcade of programming and tech topics. Every show will cover a new programming language, so listeners will be able to speak intelligently about any programming language.
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I'd Rather Be Writing features regular podcasts with experts in the field of technical communication.
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Brought to you by Arken Legal, this podcast explores the evolving world of legal and estate planning through expert interviews, industry insights, and real-world conversations. From digital transformation and AI to flexible working and future skills, we unpack the trends shaping the profession and what they mean for the people in it.
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Some people hear the phrase "technical writing" and think it must be boring. We're here to show the full complexity and awesomeness of being a tech writer. This podcast is for anyone who writes technical documentation of any kind, including those who may not feel comfortable calling themselves tech writers. Whether you create product documentation, support documentation, READMEs, or any other technical content—and whether you deal with imposter syndrome, lack formal training, or find yoursel ...
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Developers building a software business on our own terms.
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Inside Tech Comm is a show for anyone interested in learning more about technical communication. It will also be of interest to those who are new to the field or career-switchers exploring creative ways to expand their horizon. You can write to me at [email protected]. I would love to hear from you.
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Behind every great law firm is a team of professionals working hard to keep operations running smoothly. With the challenges of staying on top of complex billing requirements, managing time reports, and navigating constantly shifting industry trends, it’s easy to see why most firms write off millions in uncollected revenue each year. To help your firm stay in the green, we’re introducing Studio A, a new podcast from Aderant. Studio A is purpose-built to help you run your firm like a well-oil ...
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Life—like software—can be debugged, rewritten and optimized. After 20 years of coding, I re-CODED my life. That journey defined wellness for me: a calm nervous system, steady blood sugar, trust in the body, and doing what you love. I’m Mary Toscano. I moved from a world of code and logic to one of emotion and intuition, where I discovered an intelligence beyond the mind. Join me for a path of personal growth, wellness, and transformation. Season 1 recounts my story—from giving 14,000 massage ...
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We are living in the reality of the "dead internet theory". Learn to stand out as a HUMAN when creating content, educating students, or giving presentations online. Create and share your expertise… efficiently, confidently, and authentically as YOU (a human) in this how-to series of episodes. You can also expect conversations about how educators and creators can learn to survive, maybe even thrive, within a rapidly changing internet. Even if the internet isn't about to be murdered dead by bo ...
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Nonprofit leadership author, coach, and expert Tobi Johnson shares weekly tips to help charities build, grow, and scale exceptional volunteer teams. Discover how your nonprofit can effectively coordinate volunteers who are reliable, equipped, and ready to help you bring about BIG change for the better. Rather than continuing to “do more with less,” achieve abundance for your organization by engaging community talent that helps you do more with more. Society is evolving and so, too, is volunt ...
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Build your authentic brand and business online through No B.S. marketing. For the founders of B2B, professional services, and software companies. This is the show where we get real and talk about what's working to grow your influence, impact, and personal wealth. All whilst doing it ethically and in alignment with who you are as a human being. This show will feature a mix of solo episodes and guest interviews with actual practitioners who are honest, courageous, and generous with sharing wha ...
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This is a podcast about the physical security industry and The Internet of things industry. We go over building a business in the industry, any news on the internet of things and security. We also go over any articles that I write and that I read about. Also I like to go over the different gadgets and equipment and software for the internet of things and security industry. Plus the audience will get to ask me anything and also tell me what if there is anything that I missed and that I should ...
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ColinTalk is a bi-weekly podcast from Portland, Oregon, the City of Roses! Subscribe to our emailing list for notifications about Episodes and Announcements with your host, Colin Fracasso-Boone. Each episode features news, politics, quality interviews, engaging questions, technology, entertainment and more! Check us out on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, TuneIn, Stitcher, Instagram, Facebook & Twitter. Share with friends and family and write a review on Apple Podcasts to be featured on our webs ...
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We are covering topics on tissue 3D bioprinting, clinical trials in silica, quantum computing in product development, blockchain-powered patient management portals, nanotechnologies, and digital therapeutics. We are also covering topics on leadership in the new pharma paradigm post-COVID-19 and what it will mean to function in the new virtual world we find ourselves in. We will be asking how pharma business models will need to change and what new partnerships will need to develop as a result ...
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We are living in a world of exponential growth, social instabilities and radical innovations. The generations coming up have the urgent responsibility to not just react, but act through digitalization in order to retain this planet earth. Technology changes and digital innovations will help to start the journey efficiently. In order to document which technologies will change the way how we enjoy living and which leadership tactics will be needed, Max and Mike interview different thought lead ...
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With the convergence of data, computing power, and new methods, computational biology is at its most exciting moment. At PSI, we're asking the leading researchers in the field to discover where we're headed for, and which exciting pathways will take us there. Whether you're just thinking of starting your research career or have been computing stuff for decades, come and join the conversation!
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In an increasingly digital world that we live in, building secure software is important for us all. Just as personal safety and security are fundamental needs, we at the Purple Book Community believe digital security is a fundamental need as well. Welcome to The Purple Book Podcast. This podcast is part of the Purple Book Community, a community of some of the world’s leading security leaders. Our vision is to build a purpose driven, trusted, and safe community that equips people with the exp ...
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Together with prominent Pharmaceutical industry leaders, Impetus Digital is covering topics around what it means to be an effective leader in Pharma today. We are also exploring topics related to digital transformation, patient-centricity, industry partnerships, customer engagement, diversity in Pharma, systems thinking, current healthcare challenges, environmental and supply chain concerns, and the myriad of ways that Pharma is working to collectively and positively disrupt healthcare. At I ...
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The Ai Accelerator: How to 10X Your Productivity, Clone Your Smartest Employees, and Monetize Your IP in the New Ai-Economy
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Serial entrepreneur, business and tech expert, and best-selling author Mike Koenigs is one of the first to use Ai to create entirely new businesses, products, and brands from scratch, and transform existing businesses from old-school models to new “Ai-ified” multiplier businesses. Now, he’s giving you the roadmap to enter the Trillionaire Ai Economy. Inside you’ll find a complete step-by-step blueprint for putting Ai to work in your business to… Immediately get back at least one day a week o ...
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In this episode of Coding Wellness, I share why I was born to teach—from tutoring classmates to taking bold risks on stage—and why the drive to teach has never left me. Life—like software—can be debugged, rewritten, and optimized. After 20 years of coding software, I recoded my life. This season, I’ll share my journey. In future seasons, I’ll bring…
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Ep 338: Smoothing 3D Prints, Reading CNC Joints, and Detecting Spicy Shrimp
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55:09This week, Hackaday's Elliot Williams and Kristina Panos met up over the tubes to bring you the latest news, mystery sound, and of course, a big bunch of hacks from the previous seven days or so. In Hackaday news, we've got a new contest running! Read all about the 2025 Component Abuse Challenge, sponsored by DigiKey, and check out the contest page…
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180. 3 Smart Ways to Design Volunteer Service Awards
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36:26In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson explores smart, research-backed frameworks for designing meaningful volunteer service awards. Instead of relying on traditional recognition tactics, she shows how to align awards with what truly drives volunteers—their motivations, timelines, and the impact they create. Tobi introduces f…
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Kate sounds off on docs as an act of service
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20:39In this solo episode, Kate shares an update on her content update progress. She also reflects on Sarah Walker’s interview (S3:E18) and the concepts of Asteya, giving great service, and going the extra mile. I’ve continued my work to update the KnowledgeOwl Support Knowledge Base to align with major navigation and UI changes that we rolled out in De…
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How Bold Idea Brings Tech Education to Underserved Students
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15:17In this episode of Studio A, we sit down with Robyn Brown, Co-Founder and CEO of Bold Idea, a nonprofit organization providing computer science education to underserved students in Dallas. Robyn shares her inspirations for starting Bold Idea and the impact of mentorship on young people. And why accessible, hands-on coding opportunities are essentia…
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Beyond "Be Yourself": How to Act Natural on Camera or Microphone
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14:43Sometime, somewhere, you probably heard the advice to "just be yourself" when you are presenting or making videos, podcasts, or any other kind of presentation. For many of us this advice can still lead to feeling stiff or fake on camera or behind the microphone. In this episode, I explain why all communication is a form of performance (and also why…
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Responding to the Dead Internet Theory with Real Human Connection
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7:28Welcome to the first episode of the Human Internet Theory. In this episode, I introduce the core idea behind this entire show. I'm responding to something you've probably noticed yourself... which is the huge increase in AI-generated content online. This idea has a name, the "Dead Internet Theory," which suggests that much of the internet is no lon…
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How to Overcome Camera Anxiety: A Step-by-Step Guide
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16:45If you have ever felt that wave of anxiety when you hit the record button, I want you to know you are not alone. In this episode, I talk about why so many of us are camera shy. I won't tell you to "fake it till you make it" in this one. Because I think it is more helpful to first understand the real reason behind this feeling! I explain the science…
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S6E2 Resume Robots and Chatbot Interviews: Surviving the AI Hiring Maze
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53:22Jack Molisani returns to discuss how technical communication careers are evolving with generative AI. He shares practical advice for navigating the changing landscape with pro tips in this era of resume robots and chatbot interviews, while emphasizing that human expertise remains irreplaceable. A resume should be a personal communication from you t…
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Ep 337: Homebrew Inductors, Teletypes in the Bedroom, and Action!
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1:03:12Fresh hacks here! Get your fresh hot hacks right here! Elliot and Dan teamed up this week to go through every story published on our pages to find the best of the best, the cream of the crop, and serve them up hot and fresh for you. The news this week was all from space, with the ISS getting its latest (and last?) push from Dragon, plus <
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S6E1 Empowering Technical Writers Through Agentic AI: A Conversation with Manny Silva
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53:57Kicking off our season, Manny Silva discusses how agentic AI is transforming technical documentation workflows and explains why human expertise remains essential despite technological advancements. AI agents are tools that extend our capabilities rather than replace technical writers' core skills. Learn why! Some takeaways from this interesting dis…
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179. Transformative Service Experiences with Frederick J. Riley and Jackie Wolven
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1:02:44In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson dives into the topic of transformative service experiences with guests Frederick J. Riley, Executive Director of Weave the Social Fabric Project at the Aspen Institute, and Jackie Woven, Executive Director of Main Street Eureka Springs. They discuss practical strategies for building, gro…
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The week I recorded this trailer and my first episodes - the second week of September 2025 - Sam Altman had just tweeted “I never took the dead internet theory that seriously but it seems like there are really a lot of LLM-run twitter accounts now.” And then a couple days later Inception Point AI announced they were going to generate 3000 new podca…
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Wonderful Wills & How They Change the World: Making Charitable Conversations Easier
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41:05In this special Remember A Charity Week episode, Pippa Shepherd, COO at Arken, is joined by Lucinda Frostick, Director of Remember A Charity, and Amy Wallhead, Head of Private Client at Culver Law, to explore the power of gifts in Wills. Discover why legacy giving is simpler and more meaningful than many realise, how to start sensitive conversation…
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Do You Want to Be a Little Hippie with Me?
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18:46Even if the mind has worked through a trauma, the body can still hold on to it for decades. In this episode, I invite clients to be “a little hippie with me” and share the four steps that release old trauma, memories, and emotion from the body. Life—like software—can be debugged, rewritten, and optimized. After 20 years of coding software, I recode…
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Ep 336: DIY Datasette, Egg Cracking Machine, and Screwing 3D Prints
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1:03:08Thunderstorms were raging across southern Germany as Elliot Williams was joined by Jenny List for this week's podcast. The deluge outside didn't stop the hacks coming though, and we've got a healthy smorgasbord for you to snack from. There's the cutest ever data cassette recorder taking a tiny Olympus dictation machine and re-engineering it with a …
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178. 6 Ways to Help Program Volunteers Avoid Compassion Fatigue
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36:54In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson dives deep into the critical issue of compassion fatigue and secondary traumatic stress among program volunteers. These frontline heroes play vital roles in tutoring, hospice, crisis support and more, but without proper training, boundaries, and support, they risk burnout and emotional h…
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Yoga wisdom for technical writers with Sarah Walker
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51:03In this episode, I talk with Sarah Walker, a technical writer and yoga instructor, about how yoga principles like establishing foundations, respecting people’s time, and embracing practice over perfection can transform your approach to technical writing and help you create more mindful, user-centered documentation. Sarah and I discuss her path into…
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What Law Firms Need to Know Now About AI, Cloud, and Change
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16:28In this episode of Studio A, Will Ayers sits down with Norm Mullock, Global Head of Corporate Development and Alliances at Harbor, for a clear look at how law firms can approach digital transformation with confidence. Recorded at Momentum Global 2025 in Dallas, Norm walks through the core strategies Harbor uses to help law firms prepare for cloud m…
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What happens when you listen in on Elliot Williams and Al Williams? You get a round up of the best of last week's Hackaday posts, of course. The topics this week range from beer brewing to lightning protection, with a little bit of everything in between. This week, many problems find solutions. Power drill battery dead? Your car doesn't have a tire…
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177. Manage Volunteers Like a Pro: 7 Rookie Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
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37:46In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson dives into the 7 common rookie mistakes non-profits make when managing volunteers and shares practical strategies to help volunteer managers reduce stress and rediscover the joy in their work. Tobi highlights the power of maintaining a positive mindset, setting clear boundaries, and focu…
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What if your pain wasn’t random—but a memory your body still holds? In this episode, I share how I came to realize the body can hold old emotions, memories, and trauma. From my own stomach muscles to clients’ “landmines” and visions I couldn’t explain—these moments made it clear: the body remembers what the mind forgets. Life—like software—can be d…
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Ep 334: Radioactive Shrimp Clocks, Funky Filaments, Owning the Hardware
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1:22:18In this episode of the Hackaday Podcast, editors Elliot Williams and Tom Nardi start out with a warning about potentially radioactive shrimp entering the American food supply via Walmart, and things only get weirder from there. The extra spicy shrimp discussion makes a perfect segue into an overview of a pair of atomic One Hertz Challenge entries, …
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176. Beyond Pizza Parties: Innovative Appreciation Ideas for Volunteers
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25:47In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson discusses the importance of strategic volunteer appreciation. Moving beyond traditional gifts and certificates, she explores how to recognize and value volunteers in ways that are meaningful and aligned with core human needs and organizational goals. Tobi provides 12 innovative appreciat…
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Kate sounds off on cognitive capital and learning
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21:38In this solo episode, Kate shares an update on her content update progress. She also reflects on Manny Silva’s interview (S3:E14), Ryan Macklin’s interview (S3:E16), and Liz Argall’s interview (S3:E13) and the importance of learning even when we don’t have explicit reasons to do so. I’ve continued my work to update the KnowledgeOwl Support Knowledg…
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Inside Baker Botts’ Cloud Migration and AI Strategy
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13:32In this episode of Studio A, Will Ayers connects with Allie Tyler, Director of Financial Services at Baker Botts, to explore how one of the world’s top law firms approaches innovation with intention. From cloud migration to AI adoption, Allie shares how her team evaluates tools, manages transitions, and builds long-standing vendor relationships to …
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Recording of AI Book Club discussion about Kai-fu Lee's AI Superpowers
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1:01:01This is a recording of our AI Book Club session discussing Kai-Fu Lee's AI Superpowers: China, Silicon Valley, and the New World Order. There are 4 people in this book club discussion, and our conversation focuses on the emerging AI duopoly between the US and China. We share our own US-centric blind spots and weigh the political and cultural implic…
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Ep 333: Nightmare Whiffletrees, 18650 Safety, and a Telephone Twofer
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48:31This week, Hackaday's Elliot Williams and Kristina Panos met up over the tubes to bring you the latest news, mystery sound, and of course, a big bunch of hacks from the previous week. In Hackaday news, get your Supercon 2025 tickets while they're hot! Also, the One Hertz Challenge ticks on, but time is running out. You have until Tuesday, August 19…
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175. Outputs vs Outcomes: Why Counting Hours Isn’t Enough
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35:03In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson dives into why it’s time to move beyond traditional volunteer metrics like hours logged and retention rates. She unpacks the difference between outputs and outcomes, sharing practical examples and actionable strategies for measuring and showcasing the true impact volunteers have on commu…
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In this episode, I share the moment everything shifted—and I began to let the body lead. What started as ordinary sessions turned into something I couldn’t explain, and could no longer ignore. Life—like software—can be debugged, rewritten, and optimized. After 20 years of coding software, I recoded my life. This season, I’ll share my journey. In fu…
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Ep 332: 5 Axes are Better than 3, Hacking Your Behavior, and the Man Who Made Models
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1:09:26Elliot and Dan got together this week for a review of the week's hacking literature, and there was plenty to discuss. We addressed several burning questions, such as why digital microscopes are so terrible, why computer systems seem to have so much trouble with names, and if a thermal receipt printer can cure ADHD. We looked at a really slick 5-axi…
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174. Write Volunteer Emails Volunteers Actually Read (and Love)
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24:32In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson shares expert tips on how to craft volunteer emails that truly connect and convert. From attention-grabbing subject lines to warm, welcoming salutations and easy-to-read content, Tobi breaks down the key elements that make emails more engaging and effective. You’ll learn why personalizat…
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Empathy advocacy: Designing docs for all emotional states with Ryan Macklin
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50:45Learn how Ryan Macklin's "empathy advocacy" framework helps you design documentation that works for users in all emotional states (e.g. anxious, frustrated, exhausted, and curious/distractible) rather than assuming everyone comes to your docs in a perfect state of clarity. Ryan and I discuss his unique path into technical writing, starting from his…
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Inside GRSM’s Strategy for Smarter Timekeeping and Billing
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24:48In this episode of Studio A, Will Ayers is joined by Gwen Hess and Samantha Chopus of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani to talk technology, culture, and collaboration in the modern law firm industry. Gwen shares how GRSM approaches software decisions, from embracing real-time API integration to utilizing tools that reinforce compliance with outside cou…
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Ep 331: Clever Machine Tools, Storing Data in Birds, and the Ultimate Cyberdeck
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48:40Another week, another Hackaday podcast, and for this one Elliot is joined by Jenny List, fresh from the BornHack hacker camp in Denmark. There's a definite metal working flavour to this week's picks, with new and exciting CNC techniques and a selective electroplater that can transfer bitmaps to metal. But worry not, there's plenty more to tease the…
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183: Landing a Software Job in 2025
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1:46:5300:00:00 Intro 00:01:58 Introducing Mark Cunningham 00:07:01 How Do You Find A Job? 00:15:43 How to Get the Best Interview 00:33:06 Tips on How To Pass An Interview 00:38:38 How to Have a Good Interview 00:48:12 What is the Reverse Interview? 00:54:24 What Is The Hiring Manager's Role? 00:57:12 Reverse Interviews: Red Flags 01:14:45 How to Negotiat…
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173. Is Your Volunteer Website Turning People Away?
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46:55In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson shares valuable insights on how nonprofits can improve volunteer websites to attract and engage more volunteers effectively. Addressing common issues such as unclear value propositions, excessive choice options, stock imagery, and poor mobile experiences, Tobi discusses practical strateg…
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The body is a direct reflection of our lives — and it holds our stress, our passion, our grief, and our secrets. In this episode, I share what I began to notice on first touch, and how the body reveals the truth we don’t always show — because it cannot lie. Life—like software—can be debugged, rewritten, and optimized. After 20 years of coding softw…
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Ep 330: Hover Turtles, Dull Designs, and K'nex Computers
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1:00:55What did you miss on Hackaday last week? Hackaday's Elliot Williams and Al Williams are ready to catch you up on this week's podcast. First, though, the guys go off on vibe coding and talk about a daring space repair around Jupiter. Then it is off to the hacks, including paste extruding egg shells, bespoke multimeters, and an 8-bit mechanical compu…
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