Rephonic
Artwork for defn

defn

defn
Clojure
Software Development
Programming
Closure
Heart Of Clojure
Education
Javascript
Programming Community
Diversity and Inclusivity
Heart Of Closure Conference
Community Engagement
Programming Languages
Block Storage
Object Storage
Gemini Protocol
Podcasting
Big Data Processing
Rama
Management
Elasticsearch

The world's greatest vegetarian Clojure podcast. Support us on patreon.com/defn Hosted by Josh Glover and Ray McDermott

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes108Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Technology

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for defn

Latest Episodes

A wild ride with Bobbi to the bottom of every stack and a few side quests along the way!

Her projects are here: codeberg.org/bobbicodes

Guest

• Bobbi Towers

Hosts

• Josh FPGA Glover

• Ray VLSI McDermott

MP3 SHA

3b9b172e0fd1d088a6... more

YouTube

Anna Colom is the Senior Policy Lead at The Data Tank www.datatank.org/about

Heart of Clojure talk www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yz5yqtWyRkA

The Politechs podcast politechs.dev/

Guest

• Anna Colom

Hosts

• Josh Glover

... more

YouTube

It's all just a bags of maps

That video about different languages in one file www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptN53mef_IY

Guest

• Cora Sutton

Hosts

• Josh Human Glover

• Ray Person McDermott

MP3 SHA

75ddbedf4fdef254b043133f8af23d0de3cbc9... more

YouTube

Where Drew comes to the parentheses and how he was stretched and has risen above.

Guest

• Drew Raines

Hosts

• Josh Glover

• Ray McDermott

MP3 SHA

3ff7608352b4181e562dddcfc85b06fa9e4a8d524753f8b800b16da8a95c4319

UUID v5 from SHA + People more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

CoRecursive: Coding Stories
CoRecursive: Coding StoriesAdam Gordon Bell - Software Developer
The Ezra Klein Show
The Ezra Klein ShowNew York Times Opinion
Hard Fork
Hard ForkThe New York Times
Pivot
PivotNew York Magazine

Recent Guests

Anna Colom
A researcher working at the intersections of democratic processes and digital technologies.
Data Tank
Episode: 7df1b8716726 Anna Colom
Nathan Marz
Creator of the data processing platform Rama and a significant figure in programming and big data.
Red Planet Labs
Episode: 1a156fe163a1 Nathan Marz
Chris McCormick
Master of Node.js and expert in the JavaScript ecosystem
Episode: 6ae6acf85d52 Chris Pellets McCormick
Eric Normand
A prominent voice in the Closure community and educator
Independent Clojure Educator
Episode: 8f5d5379091d Eric Normand
Kathryn Lawrence
Software engineer with a background in creative technology and a current focus on Clojure.
Pitch
Episode: 15e670d6e60c Kathryn Lawrence
Gary Johnson
Living off-grid in Vermont, technology enthusiast and Clojure developer
Spatial Informatics Group
Episode: #96 Gary Johnson on Gemini Protocol, Clojure and off-the-grid life
Magnar Sveen
Clojure programmer and contributor to Emacs Rocks and Parens of the Dead
Episode: #92 defn.no with Magnar Sveen and Christian Johansen
Christian Johansen
Clojure programmer and screencast creator for Parens of the Dead
Episode: #92 defn.no with Magnar Sveen and Christian Johansen

Hosts

Josh Glover
Host of the podcast, focused on programming and community dynamics.
Ray McDermott
Co-host and active contributor in discussions about programming languages and community culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Only tangentially related to Clojure

    If you want to hear some guys discussing random topics, this might be for you. If you’re looking for a Clojure podcast, look elsewhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ken Amazing
    Australia3 years ago
  • This is one of two programming podcasts that are worth a listen. It's hilarious and thought provoking. It gives proper respect to Emacs, but I would still like more vegetarian music.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    haleleonj
    4 years ago
  • The best Clojure podcast

    There are a handful of Clojure podcasts now, and this one is my favourite. The hosts are entertaining, with a good mix of regular bits ("emacs or some other s#it?") and insightful questions. The guests are widely respected folks from Clojure community, who offer great insights into the subtle "why"s of their thinking, thanks to the show's less formal (and less corporate) nature. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spiral Ganglion
    Canada7 years ago
  • Good job!

    Relaxed informative discussion :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattford63
    United Kingdom9 years ago
  • A Fun Journey Through Clojure

    If you are starting to learn Clojure this podcast is a great companion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hsidui367545753466
    United States9 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some note that while it covers engineering topics, the focus can sometimes seem broader than just software, leading to mixed feelings about its relevance to Clojure specifically.
The podcast is recommended for those keen on programming, particularly within the Clojure community, and resonates well with individuals who appreciate a less formal discussion style.
Listeners appreciate the informative and relaxed approach to discussions, often highlighting the hosts' chemistry and the quality of guest insights.

Top Technology Podcasts

Acquired
AcquiredBen Gilbert and David Rosenthal
Hard Fork
Hard ForkThe New York Times
Tomorrow, Today
Tomorrow, TodayShekhar Natarajan
The Digital Executive
The Digital ExecutiveCoruzant Technologies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

95a74d1e2f4d Bobbi Towers
Q: How did you get started with this whole Clojure journey?
Bobbi shares that she was inspired by reading Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs and became interested in Clojure after hearing about it on a podcast.
95a74d1e2f4d Bobbi Towers
Q: What does your music editor look like in terms of sound for blind people?
Bobbi indicates she hasn't fully developed that aspect yet, but is considering voice feedback options for usability with screen readers.
95a74d1e2f4d Bobbi Towers
Q: Can you only make small programs as well, or are you more free to do what you want?
Bobbi explains that while there are some limitations, if her sound driver was better, there would be fewer limitations on program size.
7df1b8716726 Anna Colom
Q: How do you think society and the world should respond to the implications that AI is being used for potentially problematic things?
We need regulation and accountability in AI technologies, alongside public participation in their development.
7df1b8716726 Anna Colom
Q: What do you think we should think about when we hear the word AI?
AI should be viewed as a system of technologies that uses vast amounts of data, focusing on the implications for society including ethical considerations and biases.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About defn

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

Focused on the intersection of technology and programming, particularly through the lens of Clojure, this show features enlightening discussions around various programming languages, community dynamics, and societal impacts on technology. Listeners can expect topics like ethics in technology, AI, and the evolution of data platforms, as well as in-depth conversations with industry professionals who share their journeys and insights. The hosts engage with their guests in a relaxed yet informative manner, creating a space that enriches understanding of programming while fostering community.

Where can I find podcast stats for defn?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for defn. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to defn and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does defn get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for defn, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for defn?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for defn, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does defn have?

To see how many followers or subscribers defn has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to defn?

These podcasts share a similar audience with defn:

1. CoRecursive: Coding Stories
2. The Ezra Klein Show
3. Hard Fork
4. Pivot
5. Interesting Times with Ross Douthat

How many episodes of defn are there?

defn launched 10 years ago and published 108 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact defn?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for defn?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for defn from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for defn?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of defn. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on defn?

Recent guests on defn include:

1. Anna Colom
2. Nathan Marz
3. Chris McCormick
4. Eric Normand
5. Kathryn Lawrence
6. Gary Johnson
7. Magnar Sveen
8. Christian Johansen

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days