Podcast Awesome
On Podcast Awesome we talk to members of the Font Awesome team about icons, design, tech, business, and of course, nerdery.
Episodes
46 episodes
The Logic Defying Way to Creating an Awesome Place to Work
In this episode of Podcast Awesome, Matt chats with Font Awesome co-founder Dave Gandy about building a workplace that doesn’t just work — but works for everyone. Whether you’re hustling in a startup, navigating open-source communities, or just...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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25:30
Nerd Show and Tell: Meet Zach Leatherman
Ready to geek out? In this episode of Podcast Awesome's Nerd Show and Tell, Matt sits down with none other than Zach Leatherman, the tech dynamo and creator behind Eleventy — the static site generator that’s got web devs buzzing. Zach’s ...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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29:21
Why 'Lifestyle Company' Is a Badge of Honor at Font Awesome
🎙 In this episode, Font Awesome founder Dave Gandy joins our host Matt Johnson for an honest, unfiltered convo about what it means to build a *lifestyle company* (and wear that badge proudly 💪). This isn’t your typical startup hustle. We’re div...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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20:57
Character First: The Font Awesome Key to Hiring Success
In this edition of Podcast Awesome, Matt sits down with Font Awesome founder, Dave Gandy, at the 2024 Snuggle in Bentonville, Arkansas. Between karaoke sessions and Hoobastank choruses (blame Ed), Matt and Dave discuss a topic on a lot...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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27:51
The Great Debate: Web Fonts vs. SVGs – Which Should You Use? It Depends
In this episode of Podcast Awesome, Matt and Rob take you on a wild ride through the evolution of web icons — because who doesn’t love a good glow-up story? From the pixelated mess of Geocities and MySpace days (RIP low-res images) to the sleek...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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28:24
The Story Behind the Poo-Storm Icon
💩⚡️ Hold onto your butts, folks, because this episode of Behind the Icon on Podcast Awesome is about to get ... messy! We’re diving headfirst into the iconic history of one of Font Awesome’s quirkiest creations — the Poo-Storm icon. But i...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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13:50
Behind the Icon: How the Double Horns Became a Metalhead’s Salute
In this headbanging episode of Podcast Awesome, we explore the story behind the devil horns gesture—an iconic symbol in the world of heavy metal. 🤘 From its origins in ancient superstitions to its popularization by metal legend Ronnie James Dio...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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13:20
The Story Behind the Dumpster Fire Icon: From Meme to Iconic Design
Ever wonder how a chaotic internet meme became an iconic design? Join us in this episode as we dive into the fascinating journey of the Dumpster Fire icon—from its fiery beginnings as a viral GIF to its status as a symbol of modern times. 🔥
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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13:12
The Story Behind the Mullet Icon: Celebrating an Enduring Cultural Symbol
The Story Behind the Mullet Icon: Celebrating an Enduring Cultural Symbol 🎬 Join us as we delve into the resilient history of the mullet, from its uncertain origins to its pop culture prominence in the '80s and '90s. 🎸 Learn abou...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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17:46
The Story Behind the Sharp Icons: How a Whiteboard Idea Accidentally Turned into a Full Icon Set
In this deep dive into the creation of Font Awesome's Sharp Icon Set, designers Jory and Noah share the behind-the-scenes story of transforming a casual idea into a reality. Jory recounts the unplanned inception of the Sharp Icon Se...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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34:19
The Latest on Web Awesome's Alpha Release
Dive into the wild world of web development with the Web Awesome team! Listen as Matt, Lindsay, and the (podcast) elusive Corey dish about their successful Kickstarter, the alpha launch of Web Awesome, and the exciting future of web components....
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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23:07
Podcasting 101: How Podcast Awesome Came to Life
In this episode of Podcast Awesome, host Matt Johnson takes listeners behind the scenes of starting and producing Podcast Awesome. Despite being a newbie to podcasting, Matt shares his journey, from finding the initial idea buried in a Basecamp...
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44:53
Nerd Show and Tell: Meet Konnor Rogers
Episode Summary:In this episode of Podcast Awesome we have an inspiring chat with Konnor Rogers, a developer at Web Awesome with a fascinating career trajectory. Starting his professional life as a paramedic and self-teaching his ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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27:10
Nerd Show and Tell: Meet Lindsay Miller
Episode Summary:In this episode of Podcast Awesome, we chat with the Lindsay Miller, the first brave soul from the Web Awesome team to take the hot seat on the Nerd Show and Tell. Beginning with a look into the inc...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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30:33
Introducing the Icon Wizard: Where F.A.R.T.S. Become Arts
Designing custom icons is a gas-tly important part of modern design. It can make or break a brand, and sometimes you just need to let one rip and add a bit of spice to a website or app. However, creating custom icons can be a real stinker – a t...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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24:19
Icons Made Easy: Rob Explains Font Awesome Pro
In this episode of Podcast Awesome, Matt talks with Font Awesome's principal engineer, Rob Madole, about Font Awesome Pro. At Font Awesome, we're always saying that while icons aren't going to change the world, we want to make it se...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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35:49
Working Genius in Teams with Dave and Travis
Episode Summary:In this episode we chat with Font Awesome founders, Travis Chase and Dave Gandy. We delve into the intricacies of team dynamics and working relationships within the Font Awesome team. Using Patrick Lencioni's...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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20:44
What the Eff is the "FACU"?
Maybe you've heard the news? The team at Font Awesome has recently rebranded Shoelace as "Web Awesome!" To celebrate the occasion, we launched a Kickstarter. And we couldn't kick off a rebrand without a new video.
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5:54
Free Code, Future Sustainability
In this episode we chat with Font Awesome founder Dave Gandy about the journey of finding a sustainable business model while staying true to the open source model. We discuss the origin of Font Awesome, the power of open source software, and th...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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33:32
The Art of Teamwork and the Working Genius Framework
Episode DescriptionHave you ever wondered which unique genius you bring to the table at work? In this podcast we chat with Jory Raphael, Rob Madole, and Lindsay Miller, as we dissect Patrick Lencioni's "6 Types of Working Genius"...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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31:09
Demystifying Y Combinator
Episode Summary:In this episode of Podcast Awesome, we dive deep into the story of Font Awesome founders Dave Gandy and Travis Chase, as they reminisce about their remarkable journey through Y Combinator, the prestigious tech acce...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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46:13
Pressure to Empowerment: Lessons From MIT
About the Guest:Dave Gandy is Font Awesome's Founder and an MIT alumnus who hails from Carl Junction, Missouri, and reflects on his experience transitioning from a small-town environment to the competitive halls of MIT. With a bac...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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35:05
Bridging the Gap: How Devs and Designers Can Work Better Together
In the tech industry, the dynamic between developers and designers looms large - and their collaboration (or lack thereof) influences the outcome of a project. These two distinct disciplines with their specialized terminologies and ways of thin...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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28:38
Font Awesome's 2023 Year in Review
Episode Summary:In this episode of Podcast Awesome, we chat with Jory Raphael and Rob Madole from the Font Awesome team. They discuss the various projects and updates that Font Awesome has worked on in 2023, including the launch of F...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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33:33
Why We Use "Shape Up" for Project Management
In this podcast Matt and Travis discuss Shape Up, a project management philosophy created by 37 Signals, the makers of Basecamp, and how it helps Font Awesome stay on track. Instead of trying to build everything at once, Font Awesome ships comp...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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32:33