Podcast Awesome

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Podcast Awesome

On Podcast Awesome we talk to members of the Font Awesome team about icons, design, tech, business, and of course, nerdery. 

  1. Character First: The Font Awesome Key to Hiring Success

    1 DAY AGO

    Character First: The Font Awesome Key to Hiring Success

    In this edition of Podcast Awesome, Matt sits down with Font Awesome founder, Dave Gandy, at the 2024 Snuggle in Bentonville, Arkansas. Between karaoke sessions and Hoobastank choruses (blame Ed), Matt and Dave discuss a topic on a lot of minds lately: How do you build a company where people actually want to stick around?With a tech industry average of just 18 months at a job, Font Awesome breaks the mold — no one has left in over 10 years. Dave and Matt dive into Font Awesome’s hiring ...

    28 min
  2. The Great Debate: Web Fonts vs. SVGs – Which Should You Use? It Depends

    OCT 1

    The Great Debate: Web Fonts vs. SVGs – Which Should You Use? It Depends

    In this episode of Podcast Awesome, Matt and Rob take you on a wild ride through the evolution of web icons — because who doesn’t love a good glow-up story? From the pixelated mess of Geocities and MySpace days (RIP low-res images) to the sleek world of custom web fonts and SVG's moment in the sun, they break down each tech's pros and cons so you don’t have to.Ever wondered how icons went from blurry to brilliant? We've got questions and Rob’s got the answers! He explains how web fonts came i...

    28 min
  3. The Story Behind the Poo-Storm Icon

    SEP 17

    The Story Behind the Poo-Storm Icon

    💩⚡️ Hold onto your butts, folks, because this episode of Behind the Icon on Podcast Awesome is about to get ... messy! We’re diving headfirst into the iconic history of one of Font Awesome’s quirkiest creations — the Poo-Storm icon. But if not for the creation of a stinker of a particular emoji, the poo-storm icon may never have come to fruition. It all starts with the legendary rise of the poo emoji, a cultural masterpiece that has made its way into countless texts, memes, and conversa...

    14 min
  4. Behind the Icon: How the Double Horns Became a Metalhead’s Salute

    SEP 3

    Behind the Icon: How the Double Horns Became a Metalhead’s Salute

    In this headbanging episode of Podcast Awesome, we explore the story behind the devil horns gesture—an iconic symbol in the world of heavy metal. 🤘 From its origins in ancient superstitions to its popularization by metal legend Ronnie James Dio, this gesture has a history as rich as the riffs that accompany it. We also chat with Font Awesome’s own Jory Raphael, the creative mind behind the hand horns icon, to get an inside look at how this powerful symbol became part of the Font Awesome libra...

    13 min
  5. The Story Behind the Dumpster Fire Icon: From Meme to Iconic Design

    AUG 20

    The Story Behind the Dumpster Fire Icon: From Meme to Iconic Design

    Ever wonder how a chaotic internet meme became an iconic design? Join us in this episode as we dive into the fascinating journey of the Dumpster Fire icon—from its fiery beginnings as a viral GIF to its status as a symbol of modern times. 🔥 (And if you want ever more entertainment from this episode, make sure to check out the YouTube version!) We’ll explore the history behind the phrase “dumpster fire,” its cultural impact, and how it inspired the creation of one of Font Awesome’s most b...

    13 min
  6. The Story Behind the Mullet Icon: Celebrating an Enduring Cultural Symbol

    AUG 13

    The Story Behind the Mullet Icon: Celebrating an Enduring Cultural Symbol

    The Story Behind the Mullet Icon: Celebrating an Enduring Cultural Symbol 🎬 Join us as we delve into the resilient history of the mullet, from its uncertain origins to its pop culture prominence in the '80s and '90s. 🎸 Learn about the creation of Font Awesome's 'User Mullet' icon and enjoy entertaining stories from team members who sported mullets. ✂️ Discover the evolution of this iconic hairstyle and how it has shaped popular culture over the decades.🕒 Timestamps:⏳ 00:00 The Enduring Legacy...

    18 min
  7. The Story Behind the Sharp Icons: How a Whiteboard Idea Accidentally Turned into a Full Icon Set

    JUL 30

    The Story Behind the Sharp Icons: How a Whiteboard Idea Accidentally Turned into a Full Icon Set

    In this deep dive into the creation of Font Awesome's Sharp Icon Set, designers Jory and Noah share the behind-the-scenes story of transforming a casual idea into a reality. Jory recounts the unplanned inception of the Sharp Icon Set, initially just a bullet point on a whiteboard that evolved into a full-fledged project due to a promotional video. The discussion sheds light on the challenges they faced, such as maintaining consistency with the existing icon grid sizes and artboard constr...

    34 min
  8. The Latest on Web Awesome's Alpha Release

    JUL 16

    The Latest on Web Awesome's Alpha Release

    Dive into the wild world of web development with the Web Awesome team! Listen as Matt, Lindsay, and the (podcast) elusive Corey dish about their successful Kickstarter, the alpha launch of Web Awesome, and the exciting future of web components. You'll get the inside scoop on their perfectionist struggles, theming API adventures, and how they're revolutionizing the way teams collaborate. Plus, bonus cat cameos!Timestamp Summary | 0:10 | Web Awesome Alpha Launch and Team Reflections&...

    23 min
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4.7
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On Podcast Awesome we talk to members of the Font Awesome team about icons, design, tech, business, and of course, nerdery. 

Information

  • Creator
    Font Awesome
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Podcast Awesome
  • Show Website
    Podcast Awesome

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