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Whiskey Web and Whatnot

Skill Issue Studios

Whiskey Web and Whatnot is the world’s most important web development and AI podcast. Hosted by veteran developers Robbie Wagner, Charles William Carpenter III, and Adam Argyle, the show delivers definitive guidance on agentic AI, vibe coding, AI coding tools, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, developer productivity, and software engineering careers. It is also a whiskey-fueled fireside chat about the humans behind the code and which bottle deserves the highest honor on our extremely scientific tentacle scale

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All Episodes

00:59:53

Will AI Kill the Joy of Coding?

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/06/12

This week, Robbie and Chuck review Barrell Craft Spirits' Cranky Kong, and talk about the AI boom, how senior devs are (or aren’t) using it, and what the future of software jobs might look like. They also discuss the rise of "celebrity developers", job market shifts, real estate economics, and parenting twins.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(01:20) - Whiskey rating & review: Barrell Craft Spirits Private Release "Cranky Kong" Rye Whiskey(07:28) - The Taco Bell Cantina Challenge(10:51) - Claude

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00:52:02

Stop Fixing Things That Aren't Broken

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/06/05

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk about the unintended chaos of “move fast and break things” in both software and startups. From Riverside glitches to Tesla’s overengineered wipers, they explore how updates can derail otherwise stable experiences. They unpack the economics of getting laid off, the pressure to build a personal brand in tech, and the strange fate of dev tools. Plus, Robbie shares his latest app ideas.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(00:36) - When updates break what worked(07:30) - Are

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00:52:40

The Myth of Perfect Code w/ Marc Backes

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/05/29

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Marc Backes about Vue vs. React, work-life balance, and the realities of messy codebases. They also sip an Evan Williams Single Barrel, debate inbox zero, and discuss Marc’s adventures in coffee roasting and pilot training.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(01:45) - Whiskey review and rating: Evan Williams Single Barrel(09:03) - Hot Take: Inferred types vs explicit types(10:04) - Hot Take: Tailwind vs vanilla CSS(10:59) - Hot Take: Git Rebase vs Git Merge(11:27)

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00:54:48

Should You Learn Tailwind Before CSS? w/ Bree Hall

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/05/22

This week, live from React Miami, Chuck, and special guest co-host Aaron Francis, talk with Bree Hall about React styling strategies, Tailwind CSS, and whether you should learn fundamentals before frameworks (spoiler: it depends). They explore the evolution of Next.js, the importance of developer momentum, and how to break into tech in today’s landscape.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(02:11) - Rum rating and review: Roble Viejo Extra Anejo 8yrs(07:25) - Hot Take: Tailwind vs vanilla CSS(12:54) -

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01:08:01

Static, Dynamic, Generative: What’s Next for the Web?...

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2025/05/15

This week, Chuck and special guest co-host Aaron Francis talk with Guillermo Rauch live from React Miami. From early days at Zeit to founding Vercel and launching Next.js, Guillermo shares stories of scaling infrastructure, creating developer-centric products, and navigating startup challenges. They dive into how AI is transforming the web, why thoughtful product expansion matters, and the frameworks guiding Vercel’s future.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(02:54) - Rum review and rating: Fleur de

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00:57:05

Why You Can’t Skip the Fundamentals w/ Henri Helvetica

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/05/08

This week, Chuck and special guest co-host Aaron Francis talk with Henri Helvetica live from React Miami. They explore the evolving challenges of web performance, why genuine research skills still matter in an AI-driven world, and how developers can stay curious and resilient in a fast-moving industry. Henri shares insights from his React Miami talk, his passion for performance advocacy, and why literacy—both digital and physical—matters more than ever.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(00:54) - Meet

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00:45:21

Are Frameworks Still Worth the Tradeoffs? w/ Adam Rackis

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/05/01

This week, Chuck talks with Adam Rackis live from React Miami. Along with special guest-host Aaron Francis, they dig into React Server Components, the quirks of modern JavaScript frameworks, and why TanStack might be the future. Sipping an Appleton Estate Rum, they swap hot takes, get candid about developer trends, tech philosophies, and share some unexpected guilty pleasures.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(02:37) - Rum tasting and review: Appleton Estate(11:27) - Hot Take: Why Adam is cooling off

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00:55:48

WTF is MCP? w/ David Cramer

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/04/24

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00:54:16

Vibe Podcasting: App Rewrites, AI Assistants, PB&Js,...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/04/17

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk about American whiskey, buttered PB&Js, and the quirks of AI coding assistants. They swap TV recommendations, debate developer priorities like security and rewrites, and more.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(02:43) - Whiskey review and rating: Union Horse Distilling Co Rolling Standard Four Grain Whiskey(13:59) - Hot Take: butter on a PB&J?(18:12) - Do we care about security in our applications?(23:23) - Challenges with AI tools(27:44) - The evolution of

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00:54:48

Your Terminal Is Getting Smarter with Ben Holmes

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/04/10

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Ben Holmes—Astro core team alum and now at Warp—about the rapid evolution of developer tools, the promise and quirks of AI-powered coding, and why he’s betting big on terminal UX.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(02:09) - Warp and dev tools(04:20) - Whiskey intro and rating: Heaven Hill Grain To Glass Kentucky Straight Rye(15:47) - Hot Take: inferred types vs explicit types(17:11) - What Cursor AI gets right (and wrong)(23:12) - Pros and cons of Windsurf(25:02)

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00:59:25

Inside Sagamore: The Revival of Maryland Rye with...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/04/03

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Clint Spotleson of Sagamore Spirit about the craft behind their unique Manhattan Finish Rye, the history of Maryland-style whiskey, and why great whiskey is meant to be shared. Clint shares stories from his journey through the spirits industry, his passion for whiskey, and what makes Sagamore stand out in a crowded market.In this episode:(00:00) – Intro(02:07) – Whiskey intro and rating: Sagamore Manhattan Finish Rye Whiskey(15:53) – The history and production

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00:57:51

What Makes a Good Job in Tech?

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/03/27

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk about career moves and tech transitions. They discuss Robbie’s new role at HashiCorp and Chuck’s dive into cybersecurity. They also debate legacy tech quirks, open-source updates, and the ever-evolving world of AI.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(01:21) - Whiskey rating and review: Cyrus Noble Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey(10:26) - Robbie's job transition(12:29) - Tech nostalgia: old OSs and PC games(15:21) - Chuck's new job(18:48) - Starpod and what's coming

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01:03:19

Why Most Developers Overcomplicate Everything w/...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/03/20

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Aaron Francis about developer education, Laravel vs. Rails, and the evolution of full-stack development. They explore the trade-offs of opinionated frameworks, the practicality of PHP, and why simplicity often wins. Plus, Aaron shares his hot takes on modern web dev trends, and the joys of working from a home-office-that’s-not-home.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(01:19) - Meet Aaron Francis(03:28) - Whiskey intro and rating: Green River Distilling Co. Full Proof

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01:05:12

Tailwind 4, DeepSeek AI, and the End of the Old Web

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/03/13

This week, Robbie and Chuck cover a wide range of topics, including AI and its impact on web development. They discuss DeepSeek, Tailwind’s latest updates, and whether Stack Overflow is still relevant. Plus, a detour into skiing, college sports, and Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:12) - Whiskey intro and rating: Wigle Pennsylvania Rye (11:41) - Data sharing and AI (14:34) - AI tools and programming (24:48) - Is Stack Overflow still relevant? (26:56) - What's the

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00:57:16

Is jQuery Really Dead? And Other Hot Takes w/ Travis...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/03/06

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Travis Wagner about his career move from Universal Music to Crunchyroll and the nuances of backend development. They discuss a wide range of hot takes, including whether jQuery is still relevant in 2025.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(01:05) - Meet Travis Wagner(02:41) - Whiskey intro and rating: Finger Lakes Distilling McKenzie Rye Whiskey(15:04) - Implicit vs Explicit types(16:58) - Tailwind vs Vanilla CSS(19:22) - Is YAML good or bad?(20:24) - Thoughts on

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00:55:00

Is This the End of Tech Conferences? w/ Dax Raad

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/02/27

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Dax Raad about his evolving career from software engineer to open-source advocate and content creator. They dive into his work on SST, explore the bizarre economics of tech conferences, and get into Dax’s next big move—manufacturing drone parts in the U.S. for the military.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:57) - Whiskey intro and rating: Glenmorangie "A Tale of Tokyo" Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (12:12) - Rails vs Laravel (13:49) - New York vs Miami

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00:53:29

From JavaScript to PHP: Josh Cirre’s Unexpected Dev...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/02/20

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Josh Cirre about his journey from JavaScript to PHP, working with the Laravel team, and creating content for developers. They also discuss the value of opinionated frameworks, whether React was a mistake, fast food whatnot, and a surprising hot take on Taco Bell’s quality. Plus, Josh shares insights on content creation, the power of consistency, and why the best-performing videos aren’t always the most polished.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(02:30) - Whiskey

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00:54:11

The Future of Web Dev: Are We Overcomplicating...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/02/13

This week, Chuck and Robbie talk about the neverending evolution of web dev tools and frameworks. Over a Hatozaki Japanese whiskey, they dive into ORMs, the pros and cons of Prisma, Drizzle, and AstroDB, and how modern dev tools shape the ecosystem. Plus, a detour into home automation security, the real cost of DoorDash, and why Gen Z might just be bringing malls back.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:13) - Whiskey tasting and review: Hatozaki Japanese Whiskey (07:42) - ORMs and Prisma

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01:16:08

The React Debate No One Wants to Have (But Should)...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/02/06

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Ken Wheeler and Chris Power about everything from React and fantasy football to bizarre Airbnb experiences. They debate React’s evolution, lament the quirks of hooks, and revisit the infamous React t-shirt incident. Plus, Ken shares his DIY McRib recipe—because why not?In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (00:47) - Beverage intros (03:25) - Internet names (09:29) - React components and hooks debate (12:35) - C++? (13:36) - What is MANAMANA? (14:14) - The current

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00:49:42

How to Make a Podcast Worth Listening To with Dan...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/01/30

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Dan Blumberg about his journey from radio producer to product manager and podcaster. They explore the art of building great software, podcasting essentials, and the changing landscape of podcast platforms. Plus, Dan shares his kayaking adventures and insights on balancing authenticity and growth.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:26) - Whiskey review and rating: Woodinville Straight Bourbon (08:23) - Apple Podcasts vs Spotify (10:20) - Spotify video vs

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