Best The New Stack Context Podcasts (2025)

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What Most People Miss About Thyroid Health 25:52

1d ago25:52

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What Most People Miss About Thyroid Health Most people have no idea their thyroid might be behind their fatigue, stubborn weight, or brain fog. In this video, Mandy and Olly recap our recent Thyroid Health Workshop with over 30 members—and share some of the most surprising insights that came from the group. We talk through the key symptoms people m…

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898: Every Developer Needs a 3D Printer 1:05:15

1d ago1:05:15

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Wes and Scott talk all things 3D printing—from fixing every day items to organizing tools, printing gadgets, and even teaching their kids entrepreneurship. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 03:34 Brought to you by Sentry.io 05:03 Practical uses of 3D printing 07:34 Creating tools for organization Gridfinity 10:33 Improving and adapting everyday i…

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My Experience With Stem Cell vs PRP 9:44

4d ago9:44

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My road to recovery - Stem Cell and PRP edition! If you haven't been following long, my left shoulder has been through a LOT. 9-10 dislocations and full reconstruction done by 2012. Then had a pretty major motorbike crash tore 3 of the 4 rotator cuff muscles off (and bicep) and required 2 open reconstructions to attempt to repair. Still after 4 yea…

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897: Making Your App Feel Faster Than It Really Is 35:04

3d ago35:04

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Scott and Wes break down the tricks and techniques for making your app feel blazing fast—even when it’s not. From optimistic UI to preload-on-hover, it’s all about perception, not just performance. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:12 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 02:34 Mousedown or pointerdown events. 06:00 UI animations should be fast. 08:00 …

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White Lotus TOP 5 Moments | White Lotus Season 3 ::} 089 24:37

4d ago24:37

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Dr.s Kay and Ray share their separate top 5 moments from the whole season 3 of White Lotus, without having previously discussed. While there were some overlapping concepts, the top 10 moments ended up being unique! What were your top 5 (or top 10!) moments of this season? Any overlaps with Dr. Kay’s & Dr. Ray’s? ------------------------------------…

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White Lotus Water, Rebirth, & Endings | VIDEO EXCERPT | White Lotus Finale Part II ::} 088 36:10

4d ago36:10

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This is a video excerpt of episode 88. The full video is on patreon.com/RealityTest! And the full audio is wherever you get your podcasts! Dr.s Kay and Ray discuss the second half of The White Lotus season 3 finale! They finish discussing the resolutions reached by the end of the finale, including around the murders that the season started with. Va…

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Why You Keep Losing and Gaining the Same 10kg (and How to Stop) 35:26

9d ago35:26

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In today’s training, we’re breaking down the real reasons you keep losing and gaining the same 10kg. Mandy & Olly unpack the core habits, timelines, and mindset shifts you need to keep weight off for good—without falling back into the same repetitive dieting cycle. 🧠 What we’ll cover: ✅ Why your body resists weight loss long-term ✅ The hidden habit…

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896: Do I Still Need To Know JS/CSS/HTML with AI? × How To Sell An App × Is React Context Bad? × More 53:57

8d ago53:57

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By Syntax

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How To Reduce Brain Fog And Improve Cognition 15:37

11d ago15:37

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Brain fog and distraction can be really troublesome in the short term but they have a long term impact on cognition as we age as well. Learn about 3 key actions you can take to reduce brain fog now. Top Giveaways: https://bodyreset.online/top-giveaways/ Want our health to upgrade your body and energy? Go here: https://bodyreset.online If you’re new…

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895: React Server Components: Where are we at? 30:44

10d ago30:44

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Scott and Wes break down the current state of React Server Components — what they are, how they work, and why they’re so controversial. From framework support to bundling complexity, it’s everything you need to know about RSC in 2025. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:01 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 01:55 What exactly are React Server Componen…

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White Lotus Water, Rebirth, & Endings | White Lotus Finale Part II ::} 088 44:01

11d ago44:01

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Dr.s Kay and Ray discuss the second half of The White Lotus season 3 finale! They finish discussing the resolutions reached by the end of the finale, including around the murders that the season started with. Various metaphors and spiritual references are discussed, as well as various uses of water imagery. What was your favorite metaphor or refere…

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White Lotus Spirituality, Resolution, & Parker? Piper? | VIDEO EXCERPT | White Lotus Finale Part I ::} 087 30:58

13d ago30:58

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This is a video excerpt of episode 87, also found on YouTube. The full video is on ⁠Patreon⁠ FULL AUDIO on Apple & Spotify Dr.s Kay and Ray discuss the first half of The White Lotus season 3 finale! They explore Mike White's stated theme of spirituality, psychological concepts that came up, and where resolution was found. Dr. Ray points out a poten…

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Protecting Your Mental Diet Is JUST As Important As Your Physical One 29:49

16d ago29:49

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If you audit what you eat but not what you listen to, your health will always suffer. Mandy & Olly discuss the importance of auditing your mental input to truly support your physical and mental well-being. They share personal experiences, insights, and practical tools to help you create a healthier environment for your mind—just like you would for …

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894: Open Source Matters w/ Chad Whitacre 1:01:15

15d ago1:01:15

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Wes and Scott talk with Chad Whitacre, the newest member of the Syntax team, about all things open source—licenses, controversies, economics, and ethics. Chad breaks down what most people misunderstand, and how companies can support sustainable software development the right way. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:39 Meet Chad Whitacre 03:39 Ch…

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How To Reduce Your Blood Pressure Now 15:37

18d ago15:37

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Brain fog and distraction can be really troublesome in the short term but they have a long term impact on cognition as we age as well. Learn about 3 key actions you can take to reduce brain fog now. Check out our Journal Training here: https://bodyreset.online/funnel/br-journal/journal-training/ Top Giveaways: https://bodyreset.online/top-giveaways…

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893: Everyone Is Talking About MCP 33:59

17d ago33:59

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Scott and Wes break down the Model Context Protocol (MCP), a new open standard that gives AI agents secure, tool-like access to your dev environment. They cover how it works, why it’s a big deal for AI coding workflows, and real-world use cases like GitHub, Sentry, and YouTube. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:49 The lore of ICP. Wes MCP Shir…

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White Lotus Spirituality, Resolution, & Parker? Piper? | White Lotus Finale Part I ::} 087 1:14:44

18d ago1:14:44

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Dr.s Kay and Ray discuss the first half of The White Lotus season 3 finale! They explore Mike White's stated theme of spirituality, psychological concepts that came up, and where resolution was found. Dr. Ray points out a potential moment of implicit racism in the direction (or production/editing?), and both hosts discuss the connection between spi…

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Do this, but not that, when in the Pods | VIDEO EXCERPT | Love is Blind Pod Life: Do’s & Don’t’s ::} 086 32:09

21d ago32:09

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This is an excerpt of the video version of episode 86! Video Excerpt also found on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w3kPr7hZNoU And on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/do-this-but-dont-126422016 For the full video, visit our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/posts/video-episode-86-126423642 For the full audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0hQ2S…

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Common Health Myths Debunked 32:04

23d ago32:04

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There are so many health myths out there, Mandy and I debunk some of the common ones we have heard recently. If you liked this episode and want us to comment on more, let us know! Top Giveaways: https://bodyreset.online/top-giveaways/ Want our health to upgrade your body and energy? Go here: https://bodyreset.online If you’re new to my channel, my …

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892: The History of Syntax 55:07

22d ago55:07

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Wes and Scott talk about the origins of Syntax, sharing how a friendly course name conflict led to a mastermind group, then a podcast, and eventually a full-blown media brand. They also reflect on key milestones, from early episodes and sponsorships to joining Sentry, expanding the team, and what’s next. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:51 Ho…

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How to stay motivated 16:16

25d ago16:16

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► 4 Ways I Can Help Work With Us Directly: https://bodyreset.online/ Free Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/624778944323289 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/OllyWoodMP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ollywoodnz/By Olly Wood

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891: Light and Dark Mode 27:28

24d ago27:28

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Light mode? Dark mode? Scott and Wes break down the best ways to implement theme switching in CSS, from prefers-color-scheme to manual overrides. Plus, tips on handling shadows, icons, and the dreaded flash of dark mode! Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:05 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 02:06 Light and dark mode, things to consider. 02:31 Light…

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Do this, but not that, when in the Pods | Love is Blind Pod Life: Do’s & Don’t’s ::} 086 58:11

25d ago58:11

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Check out the video version of this episode... there's a free excerpt on Spotify, YouTube, & Patreon! For the full video, become a Patreon member for $5/month or buy one video episode for $5 when paying on computer (to avoid Apple Store's fees of $2.50 extra!)! Dr.s Kay and Ray discuss their top 5 “do’s” (behaviors to aspire to) and top 5 “don’t’s”…

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Sex Shaming, First Heartbreak, & The Only Country with a Woman Namesake | Video Excerpt | Awards Show | March, 2025 31:46

28d ago31:46

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This is an excerpt of the video version of episode 85! Also found on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Rmgd9f5ctDc For the full video, visit our Patreon at patreon.com/RealityTest For the full audio: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/doRl22FVaSb Dr.s Kay and Ray bring us back to their 8 awards for the month of March! Shows included range from Southern…

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890: Accepting Money on the Internet in 2025 46:27

29d ago46:27

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Wes and Scott talk about the ins and outs of accepting payments online—from choosing processors like Stripe and PayPal to handling fraud, taxes, custom checkouts, and more. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 02:34 Payment processors Stripe PayPal Square Authorize.net 09:29 Checkouts 18:22 The checkout flow 23:10 Methods of accepting money 25:30 Br…

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How To Show Up As Your Best In A Busy World 49:15

30d ago49:15

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In todays episode, Marti from The Professional Builder interviews me on the top habits and tweaks busy business owners can take to get their body and energy back on their side Top Giveaways: https://bodyreset.online/top-giveaways/ Want our health to upgrade your body and energy? Go here: https://bodyreset.online If you’re new to my channel, my name…

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Here's What Your Thyroid Blood Results Really Mean 13:59

1M ago13:59

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If you have been told your thyroid function is normal, do you actually know what was tested and what the numbers mean? Many people haven’t asked but it’s an important gap that needs to be check if you have fatigue and sluggishness. You thyroid gland is your metabolic driver and its unlikely that it’s not involved in some way. Top Giveaways: https:/…

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889: Planning A Build 29:47

1M ago29:47

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Scott and Wes talk about the planning process for a major redesign of the Syntax.fm website. They share their thoughts on organizing tasks, choosing tech, handling styling, and the debates that come with deciding what to keep and what to change. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:36 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 02:48 Why we need version 3.0 of …

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Sex Shaming, First Heartbreak, & The Only Country with a Woman Namesake | Awards Show | March, 2025 ::} 085 1:06:59

1M ago1:06:59

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Dr.s Kay and Ray bring back their 8 awards in the awards show for the month of March! Shows included range from Southern Charm & Summer House to The Bachelor and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, as Dr.s Kay and Ray award castmates & moments from all of the realiTV they watched over the reality tv-rich month of March, 2025! Dr.s Kay & Ray discuss t…

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Relationally-Rich Reuniting at Love is Blind Reunion! | Video Excerpt | LiB 8 Reunion 40:22

1M ago40:22

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This is an excerpt of the video version of episode 84! Also found on our YouTube: https://youtu.be/0MW_tAxZhLQ For the full video, visit our Patreon at patreon.com/RealityTest For the full audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1UMUKUDteelJLYqW4lcFGR?si=L0zh7wZRQ8-sgx1_rWukJA Dr.s Kay and Ray continue the discussion they started last week, reviewi…

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Less Info, More Context 28:02

1M ago28:02

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If you like to consume health information but don’t feel you’re progressing then listen to this episode as Mandy and Olly break down the key observations that get so many people stuck. Top Giveaways: https://bodyreset.online/top-giveaways/ Want our health to upgrade your body and energy? Go here: https://bodyreset.online If you’re new to my channel…

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888: You Need a Monorepo × Client Only React × TanStack + More 52:46

1M ago52:46

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By Syntax

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Relationally-Rich Reuniting at Love is Blind Reunion! | LiB 8 Reunion Recap ::} 084 1:15:30

1M ago1:15:30

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Dr.s Kay and Ray continue the discussion they started last week, reviewing the four couples who made it to the altar on Love is Blind, season 8, as well as a number of the singles who came out of any stage of the show, including the pods. For example, Dr.s Kay & Ray discuss Lauren, Dave, Madison, Alex, Mason, & Megs, who joined in the reuniting, th…

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A New Way To Drop Fat In 2025 13:56

1M ago13:56

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A new way to drop fat in 2025 with Olly where he discussed the 3 key pillars to dropping fat and keeping it off over 40. Three key pillars: - The mindset to pick the right approach - The nutritional approach that isn’t just about restriction - The exercise approach that doesn’t just stress out your body. Top Giveaways: https://bodyreset.online/top-…

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887: Vibe Coding Is a Problem 16:47

1M ago16:47

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Is Vibe Coding the future of software development or just a fun way to experiment? Scott and Wes talk about coding with AI, the risks of ignoring the details, and the cool (and sometimes cursed) projects they’ve Vibe Coded. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:31 “Personal Software”. 01:30 What exactly is Vibe Coding. 02:46 The challenges of codi…

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OCD, Bi+ Myths, & Marrying “Across the Aisle” in LiB Couples’ Recap! | VIDEO excerpt | Love is Blind | ssn8 ep.s 1-10 ::} 083 35:37

1M ago35:37

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This is an excerpt of the video version of episode 83; the full version is on our Patreon! The full audio is also available on Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts, for free! Dr.s Kay and Ray review the four couples who make it to the altar on Love is Blind, season 8, with a bonus discussion about Dave & Lauren. This episode is in preparation…

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886: AWS and IAC for Dummies with SST 39:46

1M ago39:46

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Wes and Scott talk about Infrastructure as Code and how SST makes deploying to AWS easier than ever. They dive into SST’s features, developer experience, and how it simplifies managing services like databases, email, and more. Plus, insights on Cloudflare integration, auto-scaling, and real-world use cases. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! Suppe…

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We Launched A Collagen Protein Shake! 26:31

1M ago26:31

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Order yours here: https://go.bodyreset.online/gut-reset-collagen-purchase We launched a collagen protein shake for our members and it went GREAT! In todays episode Mandy and Olly break down the 12 month journey it took to launch our own Collagen Protein! Top Giveaways: https://bodyreset.online/top-giveaways/ Want our health to upgrade your body and…

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OCD, Bi+ Myths, & Marrying “Across the Aisle” in LiB Couples’ Recap! | Love is Blind | ssn8 ep.s 1-10 ::} 083 1:02:52

2M ago1:02:52

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Dr.s Kay and Ray review the four couples who make it to the altar on Love is Blind, season 8, with a bonus discussion about Dave & Lauren. This episode is in preparation for next week’s in-depth recap of the relational-rich reunion episode. Dr.s Kay and Ray use their segments to explore the season by relationship, starting with Joey & Monica. For e…

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885: CSS Fonts Fallbacks, Variable and Trimming 23:10

2M ago23:10

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Scott and Wes dig into the wild world of CSS fonts—covering fallbacks, variable fonts, and new tricks like text-box-trim. They also break down font-display, font kits, and how to avoid layout shifts when loading custom type. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:06 Brought to you by Sentry.io. Damnit Sans. 02:53 @font-face. 03:27 Font Display. 07:…

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Does ONE Meal Off Plan Ruin My Progress? 20:13

2M ago20:13

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The short answer is it depends, but if you want an answer that fully explains how one meal or a weekend can sabotage your weight loss progress or not, then give this a watch. Want our health to upgrade your body and energy? Go here: https://bodyreset.online If you’re new to my channel, my name is Olly Wood. I’m the founder of Body Reset, focused on…

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Consistent Habit Stacking With Duolingo 36:50

2M ago36:50

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What Olly learned about habit change using Duolingo that reinforces learning and self development in a more fun and enjoyable way! Top Giveaways: https://bodyreset.online/top-giveaways/ Want our health to upgrade your body and energy? Go here: https://bodyreset.online If you’re new to my channel, my name is Olly Wood. I’m the founder of Body Reset,…

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884: Typescript Just Got 10x Faster 1:08:44

2M ago1:08:44

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Wes and Scott talk with Anders Hejlsberg and Daniel Rosenwasser about TypeScript’s leap to native code. They discuss the challenges, trade-offs, and the decision to port TypeScript to Go, unlocking faster compilation, better concurrency, and new possibilities for AI-assisted development. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:38 TypeScript compiler…

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Traitors Finale & Reunion Double Stuf Recap with a Sociopolitical Frenzy! | Video Excerpt | The Traitors Recap | ssn3 ep.s 11-12 ::} 082 44:56

2M ago44:56

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This is a video excerpt of episode 82; the full audio episode is available wherever you get your podcasts, including here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ZWzWY55hMHlKLYtTjNxxd?si=IE47lRBdRAO4YL-ScI3boA And the full video episode is available on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RealityTest This Double Stuf FINAL recap episode of season 3 of The T…

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883: Web Vitals Explained 22:34

2M ago22:34

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What are Web Vitals, and why should you care? Scott and Wes break down metrics like LCP, FCP, CLS, and INP, explaining what they measure, how they impact your site’s performance, and how to track them yourself. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 03:26 What each web vital means. Web Vitals Playground. 03:38 LCP - Largest Contentful Paint. 05:04 FCP…

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3 Steps To Improve Thyroid Function 7:06

2M ago7:06

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The 3 key steps we look at to help clients improve thyroid function are: 1. Gut health - absorption and inflammation 2. Exercise - quality contraction to reduce metabolic stress 3. Nervous System - improve stress resilience. Want our health to upgrade your body and energy? Go here: https://bodyreset.online If you’re new to my channel, my name is Ol…

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Traitors Finale & Reunion Double Stuf Recap with a Sociopolitical Frenzy! |The Traitors Recap | ssn3 ep.s 11-12 ::} 082 1:46:11

2M ago1:46:11

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This Double Stuf FINAL recap episode of season 3 of The Traitors is more like Mega Stuf, as Dr.s Kay and Ray recap the strategy-packed FINALE & action-packed REUNION! A variety of psych-related topics from gaming reality tv shows show up, such as “your psyche is showing”, where Dr.s Kay and Ray pick a moment or interaction that revealed something a…

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882: Aaron Francis is putting PHP in Your JS Files 54:10

2M ago54:10

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Wes and Scott talk with Aaron Francis about Fusion for Laravel, a new way to seamlessly integrate PHP into JavaScript. They discuss how Fusion expands on Inertia, its potential for React support, and how it simplifies full-stack development. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:22 Aaron’s background in PHP Yii Laravel 02:27 What is Fusion for Lar…

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881: What Happened to Remix. Worth Using Axios? Client Only Next.js? 1:07:50

2M ago1:07:50

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Scott and Wes answer your listener questions! They debate Axios vs. Fetch, discuss whether Next.js is overkill without a backend, talk htmx and Alpine, dive into tech career transitions, and tackle everything from podcast ads to password hashing myths. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:55 Scott’s health update. 04:11 Submit your questions. 04:…

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The Best Exercise To Improve Thyroid Function And Fat Loss Over 40 9:58

2M ago9:58

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What is the best exercise to help with hypothyroid and fat loss? In this episode I go through heart rate zones to give you some strategies to make your exercise for effective with hypothyroid. For the full Thyroid Reset guide click here: https://go.bodyreset.online/thyroid-reset-access Want our health to upgrade your body and energy? Go here: https…

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