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Vincent Ramdhanie
Senior Software Engineer

Podcasts

Some podcasts that I frequently listen to. I've included a short description of each podcast, as well as my personal rating out of 10. This list represents over 6 hours of new content per week. I generally listen at 1.8 speed so it just barely fits in my weekly commute. I am at max podcast capacity.

This list was updated in December 2023.

Science

Podcasts

  • 10/10
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    Why This Universe?

    Presenters: Dan Hooper, Shalma Wegsman
    Started: 2020Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 85
    Dan and Shalma break down some of the biggest ideas in physics. They talk about the universe, black holes, quantum mechanics, and more. Always informative, always entertaining.
  • 10/10
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    The State of The Universe

    Presenters: Brendan Drachler
    Started: 2018Cadence: every two weeksEpisodes: 81
    Brandon talks to scientists about their research. He covers a wide range of topics, from the origin of life to the nature of dark matter. He also talks about the process of science, and how scientists think about the world.

    I am listening to a few episodes of this during December 2023 to determine if it is worth the time.

    Great podcast. I've Listened to all available episodes.

  • 10/10
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    Daniel and Jorge Explain the Universe

    Presenters: Daniel Whiteson, Jorge Cham
    Started: 2018Cadence: every few daysEpisodes: 552
    Daniel and Jorge talk about the biggest ideas in physics. They cover topics like the nature of time, the origin of the universe, and the search for dark matter. They also talk about the process of science, and how scientists think about the world.

    I am listening to a few episodes of this during December 2023 to determine if it is worth the time.

    Excellent podcast. I've been listening consistently for the last year and the humour and explanations are great.

  • 8/10
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    Star Talk radio

    Presenters: Neil deGrasse Tyson
    Started: 2009Cadence: every few daysEpisodes: 880
    This is an excellent podcast from Neil deGrasse Tyson. He talks about a wide range of topics, from the origin of life to the nature of dark matter. He also talks about pop culture and the impact of science on society. The show is a bit commercial radio in that it never gets a chance to investigate topics as deeply as I would like but it is funny and does introduce many luminaries in the field.
  • 10/10
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    The Infinite Monkey Cage

    Presenters: Brian Cox, Robin Ince
    Started: 2009Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 193
    Very funny and insightful show about science. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by a panel of experts to discuss a wide range of topics. The show is always entertaining and informative.
  • 9/10
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    Science Quickly

    Presenters: Various
    Started: 2009Cadence: every few daysEpisodes: 500
    Short snippets about the latest news and happenings in science from Scientific American.
  • 10/10
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    Science In Action

    Presenters: Roland Pease
    Started: 1990Cadence: every few daysEpisodes: 1373
    BBC's science podcast. Covers all the science news each week with interviews from the scientists involved in the research.
  • 10/10
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    Physics World Weekly

    Presenters: Hamish Johnston, Margaret Harris, Tami Freeman, James Dacey
    Started: 2021Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 281
    Provides insight into the latest physics news. Interviews from scientist and business of physics. A good way to keep abreast of the latest developments in the world of Physics.

Comedy

Podcasts

  • 10/10
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    Friday Night Comedy

    Presenters: Various
    Started: 2020Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 197
    Alternates between The Now show with Hugh Dennis and Steve Punt, The News Quiz and Dead Ringers. Absolute top notch comedy from a wide variety of British comedians.

    The BBC does not keep all episodes available. Episodes are only available for a few weeks so I have no idea how many episodes were made in total.

  • 10/10
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    Comedy of The Week

    Presenters: Various
    Started: 2020Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 5
    Brilliant comedy from the UK. This is a variety show where every week they bring a comedy show featuring stand up comedians and others.

    The BBC does not keep all episodes available. Episodes are only available for a few weeks so I have no idea how many episodes were made in total.

  • 10/10
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    Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend

    Presenters: Conan O'Brien, Matt Gourley, Sona Movsesian
    Started: 2018Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 234
    This wacky but brilliant podcast is laugh out loud funny. Even the advertisements are funny. Conan has a unique brand of humour that is both self deprecating and insightful.
  • 10/10
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    Smartless

    Presenters: Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Will Arnett
    Started: 2020Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 56
    These three presenters invite a different guest each week and have an in-depth conversation.

    I am listening to a few episodes of this during December 2023 to determine if it is worth the time. I think this is two different podcasts rolled into one.

    Now that I've listened to a few episodes this is definitely worth the listen. Though I am picky about which episodes I do listen to.

  • 10/10
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    Working it out

    Presenters: Mike Birbiglia
    Started: 2020Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 130
    Mike Birbiglia is one of my favourite comedians. In this podcast he invites a different comedian each week and they discuss the process of joke writing. Along the way they deliver many great jokes.

    I've stopped listening to this one. I think it was good. But I am not sure that I can afford the time.

Tech

Podcasts

  • 10/10
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    Soft Skills Engineering

    Presenters: Jamison Dance, Dave Smith
    Started: 2016Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 387
    It takes more than great code to be a software engineer.
  • 5/10
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    The Changelog

    Presenters: Adam Stacoviak, Jerod Santo
    Started: 2019Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 678
    Technical interviews and news about the software world.

    I am listening to a few episodes of this during December 2023 to determine if it is worth the time.

    I've temporarily paused this podcast. Not bad, just too many to listen to at the moment.

  • 5/10
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    Ship It!

    Presenters: Gerhard Lazu
    Started: 2023Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 91
    All about deploying software to production. Interviews with persons in devops and infrastructure.

    I am listening to a few episodes of this during December 2023 to determine if it is worth the time.

    I've temporarily paused this podcast. Not bad, just too many to listen to at the moment.

  • 5/10
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    Machine Learning Guide

    Presenters:
    Started: 2017Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 20
    Machine learning fundamentals and interviews with experts in the field.

    I am listening to a few episodes of this during December 2023 to determine if it is worth the time.

    This is definitely not worth it.

  • 5/10
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    Syntax Web Development

    Presenters: Wes Bos, Scott Tolinski
    Started: 2017Cadence: every few daysEpisodes: 704
    Discussions about front end technologies. Interviews with experts in the field.

    I am listening to a few episodes of this during December 2023 to determine if it is worth the time.

    I've temporarily paused this podcast. Not bad, just too many to listen to at the moment.

  • 5/10
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    Hard Fork

    Presenters: Kevin Roose, Casey Newton
    Started: 2022Cadence: weeklyEpisodes: 63
    Discussions about the latest happenings around the tech world.

    I am listening to a few episodes of this during December 2023 to determine if it is worth the time.

    This one is great. The presenters are quite good. The pace is great.

Baha'i

Podcasts

  • 10/10
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    Baha'i World News Service

    Presenters: Various
    Started: 2017Cadence: occasionallyEpisodes: 36
    Reports on major developments in the Baha'i Worldwide community. Interviews with persons working in the field.