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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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01:11:20

Is Cereal Soup?, the FG Scale, and JS vs CSS with...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/01/23

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Adam Argyle about the quirks of CSS and JavaScript tooling, and modern web development. They discuss why JavaScript often takes center stage over CSS, the funding disparities between them, and what this means for developers.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:32) - Whiskey review: Standard Spirit Wormwood Rye (07:54) - Social media and Blue Sky (09:39) - Is cereal soup? (11:15) - The Hot Dog and sandwich debate (17:55) - JavaScript library guilty

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01:03:43

Authenticity in a World of Algorithms

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2025/01/16

This week, Robbie and Chuck dive into the delicate balance between authenticity and adaptation, both in tech and everyday life. They unpack the challenges of staying true to their passions—like whiskey and web development—while navigating the pressures of broadening their appeal and monetizing their craft. They also reflect on podcasting, personal branding, industry trends, social media shifts, and the complexities of dealing with polarizing figures in tech.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:28)

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00:57:54

What Makes a Christmas Movie? Plus, a Toast to New...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2025/01/09

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk about Christmas traditions, from sweaters and trees to classic holiday movies and music. They dive into various light-hearted hot takes, holiday preferences, gift-giving etiquette, and more. Along the way, they review a Cream of Kentucky bourbon, discuss JavaScript and API challenges, and share Robbie’s big announcement—twins on the way!In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:49) - Whiskey intro and rating: Cream of Kentucky (07:59) - Bing Crosby vs Frank Sinatra

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00:59:11

Decentralized Identity: The Future of Privacy and...

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2025/01/02

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Angie Jones, Head of Developer Relations at TBD, about verifiable credentials, decentralized identity, and the potential of Web 5. They discuss practical applications like mobile driver’s licenses, privacy preservation, as well as the challenges of adopting cutting-edge tech.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:42) - Whiskey intro and rating (08:38) - Mobile driver's licenses (16:51) - Identity verification tech (22:50) - Privacy concerns in tech (31:06) -

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00:39:34

Navigating Career Pivots and Politics with Kelly Vaughn

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2024/12/26

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Kelly Vaughn, Director of Engineering at Spot AI and a “recovering entrepreneur.” They discuss career evolution, the challenges of hiring and job-seeking, career politics, and Kelly’s unique perspective on leadership.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:39) - Wine tasting + review (10:15) - Career politics in getting promoted (17:28) - Conference talk + All Things Open (18:58) - Gluten sensitivity in Europe (21:07) - Pizza, casseroles, and comfort food (26:54)

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00:55:52

Building Reputation in Tech with Adam Stacoviak and...

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2024/12/19

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Changelog’s Adam Stacoviak and Jerod Santo about content creation and its role in web development careers. They discuss the nuances of reputation-building, the pitfalls of interview culture, and how developers can navigate the ever-changing landscape of tech.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:43) - Wine tasting + rating (11:31) - Do web developers need to be content creators? (13:35) - Does open source really help your career? (15:35) - How to build a good

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00:51:24

Balance and Burnout in Tech with Jason Torres

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2024/12/12

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Jason Torres about the joys and challenges of parenting, and how life experiences shape career choices. Jason shares his journey in tech, thoughts on balancing work and personal life, and the unexpected connections between creativity and burnout.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (00:57) - Wine tasting: Famille Coperet (08:17) - Parenting and career (15:25) - Why Chuck and Robbie started the podcast (18:32) - Tech conferences and experiences (20:05) - Mic

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00:39:23

Breaking Down Open-Source Licensing with Carlo Piana

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2024/12/05

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Carlo Piana about the intricacies of open-source licensing, challenges in enforcing it, sustainability, and the impact of AI on both the tech and legal industries.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:37) - Wine tasting (08:15) - Open source licensing (13:20) - Challenges in open source sustainability (19:47) - Monetization and community contributions (21:12) - Choosing the right license (23:32) - Understanding open source AI (29:02) - The impact of AI on legal

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00:56:45

Open-Source Ethics and Monetization with Chris Coyier

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2024/11/28

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Chris Coyier about the complexities of open-source, balancing community contributions with monetization, the quirks of modern web development, and creative approaches to building sustainable tech projects.In this episode: (00:00) Intro (01:02) Podcast recording and All Things Open (04:10) Wine tasting: Brunello di Montalcino Annata 2018 (04:41) CSS and styling challenges (11:02) Open source licensing (22:24) Feature flags and pricing models (27:28) 90s

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00:57:35

FAANG is dead; long live MANAMANA!

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2024/11/21

This week, Robbie and Chuck discuss Fresca’s nostalgic comeback, generalization vs specialization in web dev, the death of FAANG, and the career impact of AI. They also talk about the future of self-driving cars, the relevance of college education, and the ethics around digital media ownership. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:55) - Alcoholic Fresca (07:06) - MANAMANA (10:03) - Hot takes (10:17) - Blow Pops vs Tootsie Pops (11:30) - Are self-driving cars a good or bad idea? (16:32) - How

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00:57:50

Building a Better Web: Open Source, Simplicity, and...

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2024/11/14

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Jason Lengstorf about the evolving world of web development and the challenges of open-source monetization. They share insights on simplifying tech stacks, choosing the right tools, and some often-overlooked trade-offs in today’s development landscape.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (03:24) - Whiskey: Kentucky Owl St. Patrick’s Edition (10:09) - Hot takes (25:44) - Favorites from “Learn with Jason”: Vinxi, Waku (29:01) - Astro and monetizing open source

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00:54:34

Live from THAT Conf: Web Frameworks and Developer...

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2024/11/07

In this live episode from THAT Conference, Robbie and Chuck talk with James Quick about his journey as a developer and content creator. Over a Scottish single malt, they discuss frameworks like Astro and Redwood, the evolution of React, and the importance of developer experience in modern web development. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:21) - Meet James Quick (03:03) - Whiskey: Auchentoshan 12 Year (10:12) - Lukewarm takes (18:23) - Frameworks and developer experience (25:45) -

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01:13:21

Front-end Adventures with Bad at CSS' David East and...

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2024/10/31

This week, Robbie and Chuck welcome Adam Argyle and David East from the Bad at CSS podcast, for a fun conversation about their favorite dev tools and the finer points of CSS. They discuss code editors, environment setups, AI-enhanced development, and the ongoing battle for coding supremacy between various tools and languages.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (05:02) - Whiskey: Catoctin Creek Ragnarok Rye (16:40) - CSS game (29:03) - Hot takes (33:15) - AI, code editors, and dev environments (37:15)

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01:00:36

Shepherd.js, the Future of Open Source, Capitalism,...

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2024/10/24

This week, Robbie and Chuck sip on some Stranahan’s Second Chance Single Barrel Colorado Whiskey, and explore a variety of topics, from new tech to health. They discuss the future of open-source libraries like Shepherd.js and its transition from a developer tool to a potential SaaS product, as well as the challenges of scaling such products, and the importance of community support and clear business strategies. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:24) - Stranahan’s Second Chance Single-Barrel

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01:16:28

From Frontend to Backend: Lane Wagner's Journey to...

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2024/10/17

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Lane Wanger, the creator of Boot.dev, about his journey to backend development and launching Boot.dev. They discuss the state of developer education, how advanced developers can level up, and the importance of fundamentals. Lane also shares his love for Go, Tailwind, and J.R.R. Tolkien. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:58) - Meet Lane Wagner (03:06) - Whiskey: Old Maysville Club Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (10:54) - Whiskey rating (15:25) - Hot

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00:55:40

Balancing Code and Wellbeing: Michelle Bakels on...

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2024/10/10

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Michelle Bakels, Program Director at G2i and co-organizer of React Miami. They cover a range of topics, from developer health initiatives to the challenges of organizing a growing tech conference. They also discuss their experiences with React, the evolution of developer culture, and the perks of working in tech. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (03:43) - Whiskey: Old Forester 1910 (17:11) - Inferred types vs explicit types (18:07) - Tailwind vs vanilla

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01:08:18

Developer Communities, Career Growth, and Front-End...

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2024/10/03

Madison Kanna joins Robbie and Chuck to discuss her journey as a developer and the creation of CodebookClub, an online community for developers. They dive into hot takes on Tailwind, TypeScript, and the challenges of keeping up with the fast-paced world of web development. They also discuss the importance of mastering foundational skills, developer burnout, and the evolving role of AI tools.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:22) - Whiskey: Smoke Wagon Straight Bourbon Whiskey (13:56) - Hot

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00:52:55

Frameworks, AI, and the Complexities of the Gig Economy

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2024/09/26

In this episode, Robbie and Chuck review a Kings County Distillery spiced whiskey, and discuss a range of topics, from shiny object syndrome and framework overwhelm to the impacts of AI. They also explore the rise and fall of the gig economy and how to approach product and content creation. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (03:47) - Whiskey: Kings County Distillery Spiced “flavored” Whiskey (10:36) - Frameworks and AI (24:16) - Pros and Cons of the gig economy (26:29) - Clients, software, and open

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00:56:49

Frameworks, Football, and Fast Cars with Kelly Vaughn

Whiskey Web and Whatnot ·

2024/09/19

In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, Robbie and Chuck talk with Kelly Vaughn about web development, whiskey, and a variety of hot takes including car preferences, Taylor Swift connections, and life experiences. They discuss Kelly’s new community, The Friend Zone, aimed at job seekers and networking, and the upcoming All Things Open conference. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (04:23) - Whiskey: Chicken Cock Rye (15:03) - Hot takes (28:12) - Whiskey.fund (29:39) - All Things Open (30:55) -

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00:59:45

Dev Jobs, Burgers, and AI with Spotify’s Taylor...

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2024/09/12

In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, Robbie and Chuck welcome back Taylor Poindexter, an engineering manager at Spotify, to discuss a range of topics from web development, career advice, and job market trends to fitness supplements, making the perfect burger, and, of course, whiskey. They dive into the complexities of AI and the future of development, the importance of taking breaks to prevent burnout, and the pros and cons of management versus individual contributor roles.In this

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