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A podcast about web design and development.

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Dave's changing up his camera angles, Chris has been upgrading his Sprinter van, how many hobbies is too many, what kinds of web tech was popular years ago that now seems normal, why isn't the DX around web components better, how ca... more

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We're running down what's new from Google for the web and figuring out if it's web developer Xmas or AI Doomsday this year.

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What happens to a website when it stops? Is there a space for an internet salvage yard for websites? How do you feel about LLMs being included with your browser? And are we ever going to find out where AI got all it's data from?

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How responsible should you be for fixing your own website for others, Dave's got a blacklog of blog posts, Chris got a camper van, debating burnout even when you love your work, a weekly AI doomer check in, and Chris has a talk for ... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Frost
Design systems expert, co-host of episode
Brad Frost Web
Episode: 713: AI + Design Systems with Brad and Ian Frost
Ian Frost
Design systems expert, co-host of episode
Brad Frost Web
Episode: 713: AI + Design Systems with Brad and Ian Frost
Scott Jehl
Engineer and web developer, Squarespace
Squarespace
Episode: 712: Lazy Loading the Web with Scott Jehl
Robby Russell
Creator of Oh My Zsh
Planet Argon
Episode: 711: Where did Oh My Zsh Come From? And Using Rails in 2026
Simen Svale
Co-founder and CTO of Sanity
Sanity
Episode: 710: Simen Svale from Sanity
Steve Ruiz
Founder of TLDraw and developer of innovative web tools.
TLDraw
Episode: 690: Steve Ruiz and tldraw
Ben Frain
Author and web designer, known for his work in responsive web design.
Episode: 687: Ben Frain on Responsive Design
Todd Libby
Designer and Podcaster
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Episode: 686: Todd Libby on Deceptive Patterns
Kevin Powell
Web designer, educator, and YouTuber known for his focus on CSS
YouTube
Episode: 679: Two Idiots Argue With Kevin Powell About CSS

Hosts

Dave Rupert
Host with long-running involvement in web standards and practical engineering discussions
Chris Coyier
Host/coach with emphasis on front-end development and design systems

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 960 ratings
  • Chris & Dave

    These guy are solid and consistent. I’ve definitely learned a lot from both of them over the years, and appreciate them as human beings. Shoptalkshow.com

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daniel_WebDude
    Australia6 months ago
  • Such a wealth of knowledge! 🧠

    This is one of the most insightful UX / web dev podcasts that I have ever come across! Dave

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASobering
    United States4 years ago
  • Sound heads

    Podcast Addict
    4
    tonydrago
    5 years ago
  • Among The Best

    I always appreciate the helpful tips and news, insights on UX and front-end from Shoptalk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh humble
    United States5 years ago
  • More Karma!

    These guys rock! If I could give karma in a review, I would!! I’m a full stack engineer and host a tech podcast, so trust me when I say, this podcast is plus karma worthy. Easy listen and fully relatable. 5 stars!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @k_roll242
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Conversations balance heavy technical detail with approachable, down-to-earth humor.
Listeners praise longevity and consistency across years of episodes.
Guests bring deep web engineering knowledge and practical guidance.

Chart Rankings

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

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#166
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Apple Podcasts
#77
Austria/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#141
Colombia/Technology
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#142
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#171
Philippines/Technology
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#189
Sweden/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

698: Why is AI Bad at CSS, Monofonts, and Safari Dev Tools
Q: Do you see AI tools getting better at CSS in the future, or will it always be a weakness?
While AI tools have shown some improvement, there are fundamental aspects of CSS that LLMs may never fully grasp, making it a challenging area for AI.
694: Invoicing with Studioworks with Jessica and Chris
Q: You both made your careers on invoicing clients and doing client services and building beautiful products. What makes you feel qualified to do this?
Both have years of freelancing experience and understand the pain points of running a business.
686: Todd Libby on Deceptive Patterns
Q: What are Deceptive Patterns?
Deceptive Patterns are user interface designs that manipulate users into taking actions they may not desire, such as making it easy to sign up but difficult to opt-out.
684: What Motivates Chris to Keep Working on CodePen?
Q: If you weren't focused on CodePen, what would you be doing instead?
The rage quit plan involves doing something completely different from CodePen.
683: iOS 26 Safari, Material Support on the Web, and Fixing The Button Problem
Q: When do you decide it's time to rebuild with a new stack?
It often depends on factors like the inability to scale, the pain of adding new features, or feeling that the current stack is limiting. If there are clear benefits to switching, such as better developer experience and efficiency, that can be a catalyst for a change.

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Frequently Asked Questions About ShopTalk

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

The show gravitates around practical web development, front-end tooling, performance, and design systems, often pairing deep dives into CSS, HTML, and JavaScript with industry trends like AI assistance, web standards, and content-management tooling. Guests and discussions frequently surface real-world workflows, architecture decisions, and pragmatic advice for developers, designers, and teams building modern web experiences. Noteworthy traits include a collaborative banter style, a steady stream of actionable tips, and regular coverage of tooling, standards, and vendor ecosystems that influence day-to-day web work. This mix makes it useful for listeners seeking practical guidance, industry context, and perspectives from practitioners shapin... more

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1. Brad Frost
2. Ian Frost
3. Scott Jehl
4. Robby Russell
5. Simen Svale
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7. Ben Frain
8. Todd Libby

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