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Breaking Change

Justin Searls
Japan
Apple
Apple Vision Pro
Vision Pro
Artificial Intelligence
Software Development
Gaming
Programming
Video Games
Tesla
Puns
50-Cent Core Technology Fee
Disney
Disney World
Podcasting
Real Estate
Tokyo
Second Homes
Travel Experiences
AI Coding Tools

A show in which Justin Searls talks with you from time to time. Programmer things. Apple stuff. Gaming news. Dispatches from Disney World. Each episode also entitles the listener to one (1) exclusive pun, care of of Aaron Patterson (aka @tenderlove). Submit questions and comments to podcast@searls.co

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The summer heat ended up thawing out my podcast, so I had no choice but to go buy a new microphone and grumble into it for a couple hours. Just how that works. Please enjoy.

I am actively soliciting mailbag participation. As always, the address is ... more

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The promise of Breaking Change is that with every major version (this being the 60th episode of the program, but only the 53rd such release), I will break something. Well, I finally did it. I think I broke the show. Find out how by listening for your... more

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Today, we're joined by a very special guest, Len Testa! You might know him from The Disney Dish podcast or from his excellent theme park travel planning app Touring Plans. Or you might not know him at all! No wrong answers.

This episode is all abou... more

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Sure feels like some combination of AI, the US military, and the AI military could bring an end to the world any day now, so I figured I'd better record one last show for posterity. Welcome me on this version's speedrun to the apocalypse!

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Recent Guests

Len Testa
Owner and founder of touringplans.com; Disney theme park expert
touringplans.com
Episode: v52.0.1 - Len Testa: Bring back the Starcruiser
José Valim
Creator of Elixir and co-founder of Dashbit
Dashbit
Episode: v44.0.1 - José Valim: It's a time for builders
Scott Werner
Founder and CEO of Sublayer, a Ruby AI startup.
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Episode: v42.0.1 - Scott Werner: Ignore all previous instructions
Dave Mosher
A software consultant and former colleague of Justin Searls.
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Episode: v39.0.1 - Dave Mosher: Use AI in Anger
Aaron Patterson
Special guest on the New Year edition of Breaking Change
Episode: v27 - The Punsort Algorithm

Host

Justin Searls
Host of the show

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Unbiased 5-star Review

    As Justin Searls’ wife I can provide a completely unbiased perspective and confidently state this is 5-star laugh-out-loud content that is perfect for the moments you find yourself geographically at a distance from your husband but still wanting to hear his voice and chuckle at his humor. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @beckyjoy
    United States2 years ago
  • Worth 5 stars and a car crash

    I followed Justin’s instructions, so here is my review, typed while my car is being towed and I’m being escorted to the police station.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    r3trofitted
    France2 years ago
  • Quintessential Searls 🤓

    The only place you will find riveting commentary on the AI revolution and tweezers in the same breath. A++, would listen again 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dmosher
    Canada3 years ago

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• A tech-host with bite and humor; insights feel honest and practical.
• The pun segment with Aaron adds a unique, lighthearted touch.
• Fans appreciate the blend of coding talk with personal life stories.

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#116
Sweden/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#226
Argentina/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

v50 - SpaceXXX
Q: Are you going to rent out the condo?
Justin reflects on why he prefers to keep the condo for personal use rather than renting it out, emphasizing the enjoyment of having a private space free from the complications of managing renters.
v31 - Full Searls Driving
Q: What are your take on the current state of Apple's software and its implications?
Apple seems to be working towards a new UI toolkit which may focus on testing designs safely before more broadly rolling them out.
v31 - Full Searls Driving
Q: Can you share your thoughts on balancing work and personal life?
Having a cohabitant can help in finding a more appropriate balance to daily life.
v4 - Facial Computing
Q: How does the interface and interaction model work?
It's based on eye and hand tracking, but it's indirect and often unsatisfying, requiring users to adapt significantly for effective use.
v4 - Facial Computing
Q: What is the design of the Apple Vision Pro like in terms of setup?
The setup experience is complicated, with issues like needing to tether to a battery and setting up the prescription lenses causing frustration.

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What is Breaking Change about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A tech-heavy conversation show hosted by a software engineer who riffs on programming, AI, open source, and consumer tech, interleaving deeply nerdy analysis with personal anecdotes and lifestyle observations. Episodes blend code culture, tooling debates, and industry news with candid reflections on parenting, travel, gaming, and pop culture, often featuring humor and a recurring pun segment. A standout feature is the informal, opinionated style that pairs technical insight with approachable storytelling, plus regular chat about Disney, Japan, and other niche interests that give the show a distinctive, personality-driven vibe. Potential listeners can expect thoughtful takes on AI, software development, and technology ecosystems, delivered w... more

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