Everyone has a story to tell. When and how you tell your story determines whether you live your life thriving or barely surviving. Living with her sociopath ex-husband for years, Stacy Brookman knows how it is to be in an abusive relationship and how to get back on her feet following the emotional devastation. This experience, and learning how to o…

Angela Durrant is a vocal and performance coach and the founder of Making Singing Easy. She is an author and a mentor who works with clients in-person and online and is currently working on singing and speaking retreats while making time to pause and appreciate life in the moment. Angela joins me today to share how she realised that the smallest th…

In this final episode of season five, Kent C. Dodds recaps the enriching conversations with the speakers of Epic WebConf 2024, expressing gratitude and excitement for the upcoming event in April. He encourages listeners, whether planning to attend the conference or not, to revisit the season's episodes for timeless web development advice. While sea…

In this episode, Kent C. Dodds interviews Dan Farrelly, the CTO and co-founder of Jest, about his journey from front-end engineer to CTO, the challenges of scaling a tech company, and the importance of staying small to maintain agility and innovation. Farrelly shares insights into the evolving challenges of a tech team, from infrastructure to front…

In this podcast, Zeno Rocha, open-source advocate and founder of Resend, joins host Kent to discuss the dynamic world of web development and the shift towards SDK-first strategies. They reflect on the evolution of developer tools and the significance of user experience in product development. Rocha and Kent stress the necessity of high standards to…

Fred Stuvek, Jr. is a high-achieving professional with multiple talents. He has been inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame for several achievements in baseball, basketball, and track. Following his career as a lettered football quarterback for the Midshipmen, he graduated as an Officer for the U.S. Navy. After offering his services to …

In the podcast, Simon, an advocate for Tailwind CSS, shares his insights on its impact on web development and design. Tailwind CSS serves as a facilitator between design and development teams, streamlining collaborations and enabling quick translation of design concepts into code. He highlights how it enhances learning, boosts efficiency, and, desp…

In this episode, host Kent and Madison Kanna, the upcoming MC for Epic WebConf, discuss the benefits of attending conferences like Epic WebConf beyond just the informational content. They delve into how conferences can be a goldmine for networking, transforming online contacts into real-world connections. Madison explains her path and how initiativ…

In this episode, Tyler Benfield, a staff software engineer at Prisma, joins Kent to explore the world of databases and their critical role in full-stack development. Tyler shares insights from his journey from front-end development to mastering database performance and optimization, while also touching on the trend of front-end developers upskillin…

In the podcast episode featuring Sunil Pai, a former member of the React.js core team and developer at Cloudflare, the focus is on PartyKit, his new project set to transform real-time application development. PartyKit introduces features like real-time updates and server-rendering, aimed at facilitating the creation of dynamic, chat-GPT-like AI exp…

In a conversation with Kent, Una, an expert in UI and a presenter at the upcoming EpicWebConf, delves into the dynamic world of modern web development. She underscores the importance of keeping up with the advances in UI capabilities and CSS, the shift towards more declarative techniques, and the necessity of adapting to new web standards. Una cham…

In the latest podcast, Glauber Costa, CEO of Turso and an ex-Red Hat contributor, speaks with Kent about the often overlooked yet robust SQLite database technology. Sharing their personal experiences with SQLite, they discuss its functionality, suitability in production, and the importance of version control in document evolution. Costa encourages …

Tommy Breedlove is a writer, coach, featured speaker and author of From Pawn to King. From a life of mental struggle and turmoil to a life of abundance and security, he has changed his outlook and now helps others to change theirs. Through the Choose Goodness movement and life coaching, he teaches individuals and business organisations to search fo…

In the podcast hosted by Kent C. Dodds, Michael Chan, celebrated as Chantastic, shares his insights on the evolution of web development and the critical role of design systems. He discusses how design systems should evolve with product development, the importance of documentation, and the dynamic nature of design systems contrary to the belief that…

In a conversation with Kent, Ryan Florence, co-creator of Remix and React Router, discusses how web development and user experience intersect, and the impact of personal interaction at events like the upcoming Epic WebConf. He updates listeners on the Remix singles project, which integrates extensive open-source work with his business ventures, and…

In a thought-provoking dialogue, Front-end Engineer Sandrina Pereira explores the importance of web accessibility and how remote work is shaping the future of the tech industry. She discusses her role in crafting server-side validations for forms and her company's initiative to formalize a web accessibility statement, underscoring Remote.com's comm…

In this episode, Kent and Mark Techson, from Google's Angular team, traverse the expansive terrain of web development, drawing parallels between coding and music. Mark, blending his industry wisdom with musical passion, provides an intriguing perspective on the structural similarities between the two. He also explores the vital role of an MC in enr…

Soti Coker is on a mission. Fueled by his passion for information, he seeks to help people learn how to use digital tools effectively in telling stories and creating uniquely memorable experiences. To achieve this, he founded DataChronicle, an infographics and visual communication agency. As the man in charge of strategy and marketing services, he …

Developer and freelancer Jacob Paris delves into his personal evolution from game to web development, noting the core similarities like database interactions that tie different development fields together. He spotlights the efficacy of Remix in streamlining web development, particularly in UI and database interactivity, which he will explore furthe…

In this enlightening conversation, Kent C. Dodds shares his transition from a full-stack web developer to a renowned educator and community influencer within the web development sphere. He recounts his initial steps into public speaking, his experiences with rejection and eventual success in the conference circuit, and the pivotal role these platfo…

In the podcast, Michelle Bakels, a seasoned software developer and the Program Director for Developer Health at G2i, joins Kent to explore the necessity of balancing a tech career with personal life to ensure overall well-being. Drawing on her experience with health challenges stemming from work stress, Michelle underscores the importance of the De…

Yann Toutant, CEO of Econocom NL, is a great believer in the ‘location independence’ movement and the associated focus on experiences versus possessions. Yann believes that businesses can take advantage of this shift in mindset to create new solutions for their clients. His company does exactly that by providing subscription-based digital transform…

In a thought-provoking podcast with Kent, Barry McGee from Shopify shares insights on the integration of AI in web development and the evolving landscape of remote work. Having transitioned to remote working in 2016, Barry brings a wealth of experience from significant tech companies and discusses the future of web performance, AI's role in enhanci…

In this illuminating episode, Scott Hanselman, with over 30 years in the tech industry, including a significant tenure at Microsoft, delves into the impact of AI on web development. He reflects on his technological journey from the early days of the internet and explores AI's potential in automating routine development tasks. Scott advises on the e…

In the podcast, Saron Yitbarek, the founder of Code Newbie, shares insights into empowering developers through enhanced learning resources, financial opportunities, and community building. With Code Newbie evolving into a comprehensive media company and her successful venture into designing The Story Graph, Saron highlights the importance of newsle…

Lina Mahrouch, a software engineer, recounts her transition from professional gaming to web development and her subsequent mastery of Remix for full-stack applications. The podcast highlights Remix's strengths in data handling, caching, and SEO, while also pointing out common pitfalls in its use. Kent and Lina stress the importance of networking in…

Kent C. Dodds welcomes Ben Ilegbodu to discuss his work with front-end platforms and the coined term "DivOps," focusing on non-UI aspects like configurations and optimizations that enhance app performance and developer workflows. Ben shares insights into why JavaScript's ecosystem fosters a unique need for DivOps, emphasizing its role as a legitima…

Mandy Hartman, a front-end developer at Jenzabar, shares her insights on the importance of continuous learning in web development, drawing on her own transition from academia to tech. She discusses her hands-on learning experiences, including participation in the "#100DaysOfCode" challenge and creating personal projects for skill demonstration in j…

Ade Oduyemi has made a successful career out of helping families manage and transfer their wealth and finances from one generation to the next. Aside from being an expert inheritance planner, he also maintains a podcast series that features successful entrepreneurs. Given his liking for sharing his knowledge in order to help others, it isn’t surpri…

In the podcast, Artem Zakharchenko, a software engineer specializing in APIs, delves into his journey shifting from his job to focus on open-source contributions, notably the Mock Service Worker library. He emphasizes the importance of efficient testing in software development and his commitment to enhancing his knowledge and the tools he develops,…

Web developer Alex Anderson speaks with Kent about his side project, Thorium, an open-source spaceship bridge simulator game designed for science education, which also encapsulates the principles of Local First architecture. Anderson elaborates on the advantages of Local First design in ensuring direct data access and enhancing web syncing, all whi…

In this insightful conversation with Kent, Chrome team's CSS and UI expert Adam Argyle delves into the transformative power of CSS custom properties in web development. Likening them to a basil leaf that elevates a meal, Adam teases his upcoming talk at Epic WebConf, promising to elaborate further on the subject. He spotlights current innovations i…

Kent C. Dodds introduces Season 5 of "Chats with Kent," highlighting its unique focus on the speakers of the upcoming Epic WebConf 2024 on April 11th. This season aims to familiarize listeners with the conference speakers through 10-15 minute intros, offering insights into their backgrounds and what they'll be discussing. Kent encourages both atten…

Michael Alan Tate is an executive consultant and career coach with more than 20 years of experience. He is the Founder and President of On the Same Page Consulting, which focuses on how to create a simple, action-based strategy to manage career transitions. Michael specialises in coaching and development for CEOs and next-generation leaders and pro…

Csaba Toth is a British/Hungarian entrepreneur, researcher, and speaker and the founder of ICQ Global, an international people development organisation. He started his business to solve problems he himself faced. He developed the multi-award-winning Global DISC model to help businesses and teams understand how to become more harmonious in the way t…

Colette Mason is a self-professed “massive nerd” — about music, about books, about no longer being shackled to the corporate world, and about bringing bestsellers out of budding authors. She runs Let’s Tell Your Story, a publishing company that assists business owners in transforming their extensive experience and wealth of wisdom into bestselling …

Daryl Cygler is a B2B Manufacturing business owner and a Smartphone Video Marketing Advocate. He is a father of two children turning into remarkable young adults, a swimming enthusiast, and the South East of England Sausage Champion. Through his smartphone video marketing business, he helps SME’s start and scale their video marketing efforts withou…

Rebecca Whitman is a Business Coach, Motivational Speaker, Author, and Success Mentor who is passionate about empowering people to go from burnout and overwhelm to balanced, beautiful, and abundant. She graduated with honours from Princeton University and has written highly-rated books, including How to Make A Six-Figure Income Working Part-Time. R…

Describing herself as a “rebel with many causes”, Georgia Varjas is a writer, speaker, and mentor. As a former musician, Georgia is creative, imaginative, and loves to be an entertainer. She currently hosts live shows online, inspires others with her fun personality, and empowers women to speak up and let their voices be heard by being their coach …

Jonathon Aslay is America’s leading midlife dating and relationship coach who is passionate about helping women, who are looking for Mr. Right, through his successful Purposeful Dating method. He positions himself as a ‘spy into the minds of single men’ and shares advice based on his personal experience. Jonathon is also the author of the recently …

Simon Hedaux is the founder and CEO of ReThink Productivity, a company that is committed to transforming the way some of the world’s largest companies operate by refining their processes, reviewing their systems, and analysing change impact. He allows businesses to drive efficiency and boost productivity with his innovative methods and evaluates wh…

Lyndsay Phillips, CEO and founder of Smooth Sailing Business Growth, is a warrior content manager for online entrepreneurs across the globe and a self-confessed serial entrepreneur. She works to support and coach business owners and entrepreneurs who want to scale quickly but who need help to get there successfully. She hosts the Smooth Business Gr…

The art of saying no is difficult to master for many of us. We tend to overcommit ourselves until eventually, we find that we have no time left for the people and activities that really matter to us. Though the reasons for avoiding saying no may vary, there are ways to practise the art so we can take back control over how we spend our time. In toda…

Slack, Infusionsoft, Books and Podcasts Galore and Living in the Moment with Nicola Cairncross of ClicksAndLeads.com What We Recommended: Tools & Apps Sleep Cycle “I have an app on my phone called ‘Sleep Cycle’ where you set an alarm to say, wake me up in the hour before this time when I’m at my lightest part of sleep, so it doesn’t actually feel l…

Self Care, Walking, Timetabling, Coaching and TED Radio Hour with Liz Copeland What We Recommended: Tools & Apps Buffer – to schedule social media posting. Using a Timer – “One of the major things I use in my business. I don’t know whether to classify it as a tool or an app, but it’s the timer on my mobile phone. The reason for that is, if I have a…

Josh Anderson provides invaluable guidance and expert advice through The Anderson Group Real Estate Services. After serving 8 years in the U.S. Army, he became more focused, disciplined, and determined to succeed. Soon after, he realised that he wanted to share that same spark with others and found his calling in the Nashville real estate industry.…

Petia Kolibova is a Women’s Transformation and Alignment Coach. She works with women to guide them on a healing path to help them create a life of abundance. Through her coaching work, she helps her clients move past toxic relationships and unhealed childhood traumas so they can finally align with their true selves and discover what it’s like to li…

The late Simon Jordan was a coach, mentor, branding, and design consultant and founder of Simon Jordan Marketing. He worked with coaches and consultants internationally to help them to build profitable and powerful brands that make a difference in the world. We lost Simon just before Christmas 2021. It was a shock as he was always so lively and ful…

It’s been ‘all change’ since this podcast was recorded. I no longer coach around productivity and the POWER to Live More membership isn’t open! Still thought it was worth a publish though. Not so Little Doddsy (now aged 17!) does make me laugh. To commemorate the momentous occasion of the 200th episode of the Power To Live More Podcast, we switch t…

Heather Waring is an author, speaker, coach and the founder of One Million Women Walking, the international community that aims to improve women’s lives through the simple, accessible activity of walking. Heather has been passionate about walking since she discovered it as a tool in her recovery from burnout and adrenal fatigue. She loves to walk i…