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Hosted by Ian Landsman and Aaron Francis, Mostly Technical is a lively discussion on Laravel, business, and an eclectic mix of related topics.

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Ian and Aaron are dealing with the liminal space of the holiday season, talking about their upcoming trip to San Francisco to see the Laravel AI SDK demo, and making even more predictions for 2026.

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Ian and Aaron are answering your questions about what's coming in 2026, covering everything from AI shrinking dev teams to Elon becoming a trillionaire and so much more.

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Ian and Aaron talk about Santa (obviously), do you still need an MBA (maybe not so obvious), why Ian isn't burning as many tokens as possible to get Outro out the door, what people are building with the Telegram API, and more.

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Ian and Aaron discuss how Aaron's orchestrating fly.io boxes for Database School, why sometimes you need to use AI to help AI, and why Costco is truly a great place.  Plus an all-time Ian resume rant and so much more.

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Hosts

Ian Landsman
Co-host and a leading voice in discussions about Laravel, entrepreneurship, and personal anecdotes that resonate with tech audiences.
Aaron Francis
Co-host who brings insights from the tech world and combines business advice with humor and light-heartedness.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 101 ratings
  • Great

    Love keeping up with the lives, business and tech explorations of Ian and Aaron. Feels like hanging out with friends who have similar interests. Also best ad reads of any podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mackseraner
    Germany7 months ago
  • Can’t wait for Thursday’s.

    Love listening to these two, mostly for when they argue and disagree. Best banter on a podcast ever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ninjaparade
    Canada7 months ago
  • My favorite podcast

    I can listen to Aaron and Ian all the time. It’s entertaining and just enough technical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    neverything
    Switzerland7 months ago
  • Tech Talk That Actually Keeps You Interested

    Mostly Technical is one of those podcasts that makes you feel smarter without putting you to sleep. The hosts have great chemistry and break down complex topics in a way that’s super relatable. It’s technical, yeah—but also funny, laid-back, and easy to follow. Perfect for devs, tinkerers, or anyone who likes geeking out without getting overwhelmed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeffrey Davidson
    United States7 months ago
  • 10/10

    I laughed, I cried, I learned, I grew as a person, I got chipotle. No notes.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    sifrious
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Reviews highlight the humorous banter between the hosts, making complex topics relatable and enjoyable.
Feedback suggests that the content is engaging without being overly technical, appealing to both tech-savvy individuals and novices alike.
Listeners appreciate the blend of technical discussions with personal storytelling, often mentioning the hosts' great chemistry.

Chart Rankings

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

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#183
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Apple Podcasts
#216
Ireland/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#236
Sweden/Technology

Talking Points

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82: Peak Bubbly
Q: What were your thoughts on DHH's recent comments regarding Basecamp?
The hosts discuss the misinterpretations surrounding DHH's comments and argue about people's assumptions on Basecamp's business model.
64: Yes Man
Q: How does any of that strike you?
Yeah. Yeah. I got a present for you.
24: What's The Good Word?
Q: How do you handle on-prem installations of your customers at Help Spot? How is it implemented at the architectural level?
The on-prem version is a standard PHP app that can be downloaded and installed. We used to have an installer but got rid of it since managing installations became cumbersome.
24: What's The Good Word?
Q: What kind of methodology and tools do you use in your respective work for software development?
We use Basecamp and Slack heavily at my previous job, and now I rely on GitHub issues for task management.
39: Mostly HVAC with Dan Myers, CEO of Flair
Q: Should Aaron first go to an HVAC guy?
Dan suggests starting with a remote sensor strategy as a first step before involving an HVAC professional, to identify if there are enough temperature changes to warrant further modifications.

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Content often revolves around a blend of technology discussions, particularly focused on Laravel, alongside insights into entrepreneurship and business strategies. The hosts engage in humorous banter while they explore a variety of related subjects, including personal anecdotes from their lives, parenting insights, and the impact of AI on the tech landscape. Each episode weaves together light-hearted storytelling and technical talk, making it accessible for listeners who may not be deeply embedded in the tech world, yet still wish to engage with contemporary technology topics. Unique elements like collaboration stories, real-life challenges in business, and candid discussions about parenting add a relatable flair that resonates with a broad... more

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