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Hanselminutes is Fresh Air for Developers. A weekly commute-time podcast that promotes fresh technology and fresh voices. Talk and Tech for Developers, Life-long Learners, and Technologists.

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott sits down with Noel Berry, co-creator of Celeste, to explore his philosophy and process for making games in 2025, without relying on big commercial engines. Noel shares why he prefers building lightweight, cust... more

This week Scott welcomes Tyler Bushnell, founder of Polycade, to talk about reimagining the arcade experience for modern homes. Drawing on his family's Atari legacy, Tyler shares how Polycade blends retro charm with sleek design and modern game libra... more

Today we chat with Dr. Morgan Depenbusch and dive into the mindset shift that can transform your career and relationships at work. Instead of pushing harder to be heard or constantly proving yourself, what if the key is simply leading with value? Dr.... more

In this episode, Scott sits down with Bria Sullivan, developer and founder of Honey B Games, to unpack the viral success of Focus Friend—the cozy productivity app that dethroned ChatGPT at the top of the App Store. Co-created with Hank Green, Focus F... more

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Recent Guests

Noel Berry
Co-creator of Celeste and works at Extremely OK Games
Extremely OK Games
Episode: Making Video Games in 2025 with Celeste's Noel Berry
Tyler Bushnell
Founder and CEO of Polycade
Polycade
Episode: The Ultimate Home Arcade with Polycade's Tyler Bushnell
Bria Sullivan
App developer known for BobaStory and Focus Friend
Honey B Games
Episode: Focus Friend by Hank Green is #1 in the App Store with Bria Sullivan
Steve Klabnik
Software engineering manager at Oxi, co-author of The Rust Book.
Oxi
Episode: Learning to Code with AI and Steve Klabnik
Brenda Darden Wilkerson
President and CEO of AnitaB.org
anitab.org
Episode: Breaking Barriers in Tech with Brenda Darden Wilkerson
Randall Hyde
Author known for The Art of Assembly Language
Self-employed
Episode: The Art of Assembly: Exploring Low-Level Mastery with Randall Hyde
Preeti Somal
Senior VP of Engineering at Temporal Technologies
Temporal Technologies
Episode: Saving State while Still Growing with Temporal's Preeti Somal
Dr. Malc Souter
PhD in computer graphics algorithms.
Sky Engine AI
Episode: SKY ENGINE AI's Dr. Malc Souter on AI-Generated Training Data
Dave Barry
Pulitzer Prize-winning humorist and bestselling author
Miami Herald
Episode: Dave Barry is the Class Clown: The Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass

Host

Scott Hanselman
Host of engaging discussions that promote fresh technology and voices, focusing on community and underrepresented perspectives in tech.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 871 ratings
  • Always insightful, immaculately expressed and never assumes knowledge or experience. I'm so grateful for all your hard work Mr Hanselman.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    lazarus-cn
    a year ago
  • An Amazing Podcast!

    Hanselminutes has consistently provided me with insightful and relevant content. Scott has a knack for engaging with guests, exploring deep topics while maintaining a conversational tone. Highly recommended for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge base.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimmy Kl.
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    Scott, host of the Hanselminutes Podcast, highlights all technology, innovation and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines4 years ago
  • I Love it

    I love this podcast, it is useful, funny and just the right length for a walk! Thanks Scott and guests❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    omarzaa
    Canada4 years ago
  • Great show!

    Scott, host of the Hanselminutes podcast, highlights all aspects of tech and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the engaging style of the host, Scott Hanselman, and often highlight his ability to connect with diverse guests.
Overall, listeners find value in the rich variety of topics covered, along with the positive insights on diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.
The podcast is praised for its informative content that blends technical discussions with personal stories, making it both educational and relatable.
Some feedback indicates a desire for more focus on technical topics, while others enjoy the broader cultural discussions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#122
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#196
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Apple Podcasts
#164
Germany/Technology
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#43
Norway/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#69
Switzerland/Technology
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#112
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Talking Points

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Focus Friend by Hank Green is #1 in the App Store with Bria Sullivan
Q: How do you maintain your sanity and not stay up till 3 a.m. every night working on the bean?
My sleep is not great, but overall, pretty good. It's stressful but fun.
Focus Friend by Hank Green is #1 in the App Store with Bria Sullivan
Q: Did you think it would get this big?
Not at all.
The Art of Assembly: Exploring Low-Level Mastery with Randall Hyde
Q: How do you balance teaching practical coding skills with the theory of deep machine understanding?
Teaching should focus on both practical skills and the underlying why behind machine architecture decisions to better inform programming practices.
The Art of Assembly: Exploring Low-Level Mastery with Randall Hyde
Q: What do you think is the importance of understanding lower-level languages for new programmers?
It's essential for understanding machine organization and writing efficient code, even if they don't need to write in assembly language directly.
Saving State while Still Growing with Temporal's Preeti Somal
Q: What are the biggest headaches that IT teams will run into, and why does it take so long?
Shailen Gimbi explains that planning is crucial, and rushing migrations could lead to security risks and delays.

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

A weekly program that targets developers, technologists, and lifelong learners, featuring engaging discussions surrounding fresh technology and innovative concepts. The episodes vary widely in topic, ranging from programming languages and AI developments to personal anecdotes from noteworthy guests in technology and beyond. Notably, this platform emphasizes value-driven conversations, showcasing diverse voices from across the tech landscape and drawing in experts from various fields to provide insights into industry trends, best practices, and personal experiences. This unique approach, combined with a focus on fostering community and highlighting underrepresented perspectives, sets this podcast apart as both informative and accessible for ... more

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2. Tyler Bushnell
3. Bria Sullivan
4. Steve Klabnik
5. Brenda Darden Wilkerson
6. Randall Hyde
7. Preeti Somal
8. Dr. Malc Souter

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