Best Mike Karan Podcasts (2025)

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Leveraging Social Media and Content Creation | w/ Marko Denic 32:09

16h ago32:09

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In this episode, Mike sits down with legendary developer and content creator Marko Denic - a full-stack web developer, educator, and agency owner with more than 260k followers across social media. They talk about Marko’s journey from building websites to building an audience, how content creation transformed his career, and what role AI plays in hi…

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JavaScript vs Python: Which Is Better for Building LLM Chatbots? 55:50

2d ago55:50

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In this episode, Matt and Mike compare JavaScript and Python for building LLM-powered chatbots. They explore how each ecosystem handles tool calling, type safety, performance, and framework support — from TypeScript’s tight end-to-end types to Python’s dominance in data and ML. They also discuss architecture patterns that mix the best of both world…

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Chocolate Castings, Apprenticeships and the Future of Manufacturing Careers w/ Mike Kubacki

2d ago

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The workforce crisis in US manufacturing isn’t just a challenge – it’s a national security risk. This is particularly true in casting and forging, where today's guest Mike Kubacki has spent two decades. In our conversation, he explores the urgent need to rebuild America’s industrial base, the reality behind modern manufacturing environments and how…

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Web News: Is WordPress Still Relevant in 2025? 21:15

5d ago21:15

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In this Web News episode, Matt and Mike dive into the big question — is WordPress still relevant in 2025? With modern tools like Webflow, SvelteKit, and Next.js gaining traction, does WordPress still deserve its spot as the world’s most popular CMS? The duo explore its staying power, the ecosystem that keeps it alive, and whether developers should …

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"What's the ROI?" is the Wrong Question: Measuring Marketing Impact w/ Joe Sullivan

9d ago

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Any business owner, CEO or President wants to feel confident that the dollars they spend will produce a positive return. But sometimes focusing on ROI too soon forces you to abandon your long-term business strategy in favor of short-term wins. In this conversation, we'll look at how to measure marketing impact in two different business scenarios: 1…

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The Art of Client Research: Turning Client Needs Into Actionable Plans 1:02:12

9d ago1:02:12

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt dives into the nuances of researching for a client. Learn how to take a client's diverse needs, turn them into actionable plans, and present solutions that fit perfectly—all while balancing technical expertise with a client-friendly approach. Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podca…

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Our Tech Is Too Fragile (AWS Outage) 21:15

13d ago21:15

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In this Web News, Matt and Mike discusses the recent AWS outage and what it says about our overreliance on centralized services. From fragile cloud infrastructure to “move fast and break things” culture, this episode explores how we built systems that can take entire industries offline — and what developers can do to make technology more resilient,…

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Andrei Soldatov and Irina Borogan on Russia’s Past, Present, and Future 40:13

13d ago40:13

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The CEPA Podcast is a series of dynamic interviews, bringing together leaders and experts from both sides of the Atlantic to explore the most important challenges shaping our world today. In this episode, Russian investigative journalists Andrei Soldatov and Irina Borogan join Kari Odermann to discuss their experience reporting on Russia and the Kr…

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Inside freeCodeCamp: Learning to Code in 2025 | w/ Quincy Larson 1:24:01

15d ago1:24:01

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt sits down with Quincy Larson - founder of freeCodeCamp.org - to talk about the future of learning to code in 2025. They discuss how AI is changing developer education, how to escape tutorial hell, and what makes freeCodeCamp’s free, open-source approach so effective. Quincy also shares insigh…

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The Right and Wrong Use Cases for AI in Supply Chain Recruiting w/ Friddy Hoegener

18d ago

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As artificial intelligence creeps into so many facets of our personal and professional lives, it's easy to lose sight of when it's actually working in our favor. In this conversation, Co-Founder and President of SCOPE Recruiting, Friddy Hoegener, discusses the use of AI specifically in the context of recruiting for supply chain and manufacturing ro…

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Struggling, Learning, and Trying Again: My Biggest Challenges in Web Development 1:03:41

18d ago1:03:41

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Mike opens up about the real challenges he faces as a web developer. From procrastination and work-life balance to imposter syndrome, AI overreliance, and the ongoing question of management versus hands-on coding — he dives into the struggles that often go unspoken in the dev world. Mike shares ho…

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Web News: A ChatGPT Nightmare (AI Etiquette) 29:24

19d ago29:24

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In this edition of the HTML All The Things Web News, Matt and Mike discuss a viral Reddit post where a web developer says their manager’s use of ChatGPT has made their job a nightmare. They unpack whether this is the new workplace reality or a case of AI overstepping its bounds. Along the way, they share their own client experiences, talk AI etique…

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Growing a Profitable Manufacturing Business Without Outside Investors w/ Kyle Ewing

25d ago

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How do you take a boring product in a declining industry and build a powerhouse business around it, all while refusing outside funding? In this conversation, Chairman and CEO of TerraSlate, Kyle Ewing talks through the gritty and sometimes unconventional principles behind his business model – from demanding prepayments, to mastering cold calls, to …

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CSS Crash Course (For Absolute Beginners) 1:05:54

23d ago1:05:54

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt breaks down CSS for absolute beginners. You’ll learn what CSS is, where it goes, and how it makes websites look beautiful. From understanding selectors and specificity to learning why classes beat IDs for flexibility—this crash course keeps things simple, visual, and easy to understand throug…

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Web News: The Importance of Learning Order in Coding 22:20

26d ago22:20

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While working on the HTML Crash Course, Matt realized how easy it is for experienced developers to skip foundational steps when teaching. In this episode, Matt explores why learning order is so important and how educators can make programming more accessible without overwhelming beginners. Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/the-im…

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Developer Education and Mentoring | w/ Shant Dashjian 45:43

29d ago45:43

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt sits down with Shant Dashjian, a developer educator at Scrimba and founder of Pro Coding Mentor. Shant shares his journey from learning code to mentoring aspiring developers, highlighting the importance of building strong fundamentals, gaining real-world experience, and staying consistent whe…

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Nearshoring Manufacturing from Asia to Mexico: Risks, Rewards, and Realities w/ Matt Hannula

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Is Web Development Too Easy Now? 1:01:54

1M ago1:01:54

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By Matt Lawrence and Mike Karan

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Web News: Phones, Golf, and the Problem of Always Being Connected 28:20

1M ago28:20

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In this edition of the Web News, Matt dives into a thought he had while out on the golf course: are we ever going to have tech that’s so seamless it doesn’t pull us out of the moment? We’ll talk about the current state of ‘analog’ versus ‘digital’ experiences, why even the most advanced wearables can’t fully disappear into the background yet, and w…

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HTML Crash Course (For Absolute Beginners) 50:19

1M ago50:19

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Learning HTML is the first step to building websites, but it can feel overwhelming when you’re starting from scratch. In this crash course, Matt and Mike break down the absolute basics of HTML in a way that’s clear, practical, and beginner-friendly. You’ll learn what HTML is, how tags work, why structure matters, and how semantic HTML makes your si…

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From Blueprints to Automation: Revolutionizing Work Instructions w/ Fil Aronshtein

1M ago

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Imagine assembling a complex product with only scattered notes and fading tribal knowledge to guide you. In this conversation, we're talking about manufacturing work instructions. Despite their importance in passing expertise from veterans to new hires, most work instructions are outdated, manual, and hard to keep current – often putting entire pro…

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Web News: Making Developer Tutorials Beginner-Friendly 32:34

1M ago32:34

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When beginners try to learn coding, jargon-heavy tutorials can leave them feeling confused and discouraged. In this Web News episode, Matt and Mike discuss the importance of using accessible language when writing tutorials, landing pages, and guides. Developers don’t need to explain every detail, but making your explanations approachable helps more…

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The Hon. Mike Lawler on Moldova’s Elections and Transatlantic Security 23:39

2M ago23:39

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The CEPA Podcast is a series of dynamic interviews, bringing together leaders and experts from both sides of the Atlantic to explore the crucial challenges shaping our world today. As part of a series of special episodes with US lawmakers, Congressman Mike Lawler of New York's 17th Congressional District sits down with Dr. Alina Polyakova to reflec…

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The Hon. Jason Crow on America’s Role in the World 38:20

2M ago38:20

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The CEPA Podcast is a series of dynamic interviews, bringing together leaders and experts from both sides of the Atlantic to explore the crucial challenges shaping our world today. As part of a series of special episodes with US lawmakers, Congressman Jason Crow of Colorado’s 6th Congressional District sits down with Dr. Alina Polyakova to reflect …

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The Industrial Robotics Race: Why the US Is Falling Behind China w/ Rishabh Agarwal

2M ago

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A widening gap exists between industrial robot deployment in the US and China, even as American manufacturers grapple with rising labor costs and persistent worker shortages. So why does the adoption of domestic manufacturing automation adoption lag behind – especially among small and medium-sized businesses? And what are the real barriers holding …

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My New Development Workflow | Spec Driven Development 1:01:57

2M ago1:01:57

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt explores his new development workflow centered around spec-driven development. With AI tools and coding agents becoming more powerful, the key to success isn’t just in writing code—it’s in writing clear, detailed specs first. Matt breaks down what spec-driven development is, why it works so w…

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Web News: The Shai‑Hulud Worm Attack (NPM Hack) 37:06

2M ago37:06

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In this episode of Web News, Matt and Mike dive into two massive worm attacks that recently hit npm, targeting packages used in millions of projects. While the attackers aimed to steal crypto wallet keys, the actual damage was small—but the implications are enormous. We break down how these man-in-the-middle attacks worked, why shadow dependencies …

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Fixing Vibe Coded Apps | w/ Nathaniel Rogers 1:24:09

2M ago1:24:09

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In this episode, Matt sits down with developer and solutions architect Nathaniel Rogers to discuss the challenges of working with non-tech-savvy founders, the differences between startup, product-based, service-based, and app-based business models, and how to guide entrepreneurs through both technical and business hurdles. Nathaniel shares his expe…

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Objectives, Hypotheses, Learnings: Smarter Problem Solving for Complex Manufacturing w/ Radhika Dutt

2M ago

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Today's guest, entrepreneur, speaker, and product leader Radhika Dutt, will challenge a core business belief that many of us have probably held for years – that traditional goal-setting frameworks like OKRs, KPIs, or SMART goals, are the surest path to performance and progress. In fact, she'll argue that focusing so intently on numbers and targets …

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Handling the Variety of Client Requests as a Freelancer 1:07:18

2M ago1:07:18

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt and Mike explore how freelancers can handle diverse client requests with confidence. From quick initial calls and clarifying client goals to managing knowledge gaps and knowing when to outsource, they share strategies for simplifying complex requests, building trusted networks, and keeping co…

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Web News: Does Downtime Matter? 33:24

2M ago33:24

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Uptime ideals vs reality in the AI era. A recent post from Theo (t3.gg) calling out sub-90% uptime on a major AI service reignites the question: how seriously should we treat downtime for non-critical apps? In this episode Matt and Mike dig into SLAs, the real cost of monitoring and rapid support, why “always-on” isn’t free, and whether 24/7 expect…

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