

Anil Dash
CEO of Glitch and host of the podcast Function. He interviews developers, designers, and culture experts about the impact of technology on culture.
Top 5 podcasts with Anil Dash
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Jul 17, 2025 • 2h 20min
IM 828: Stochastic Carrots - Navigating the Future of AI
Anil Dash, a technology executive and advocate for ethics in tech, joins the hosts to navigate the complexities of AI. He dives into the ethical responsibilities of tech giants and the potential disconnect between innovation and societal needs. Dash discusses the significance of artistic ownership in the age of AI, urging for transparency and collaboration in development. They also touch on the impact of monopolies within the industry, emphasizing a move towards ethical practices and valuing creativity over profit-driven motives.

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Nov 20, 2022 • 2h 4min
(Bonus) Vibe Shift (?) Twitter (Also ?) With @anildash
Anil Dash, a prominent tech visionary and advocate for digital rights, joins the conversation to dissect the tech industry's rollercoaster of a year. They delve into Twitter's uncertain future amid leadership changes and shifting business models, raising questions about its profitability and user engagement. The discussion also explores the tumultuous past decade in tech, highlighting the rise and fall of crypto and the startup landscape's evolution. Themes of community management, brand engagement, and the potential paths for a decentralized internet round out the insightful dialogue.

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Nov 19, 2018 • 51min
How to Talk to People You Don’t Agree With, With Social Psychologist Jonathan Haidt
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt discusses the value of exposure to different opinions, while blogger Anil Dash explores treating each other despite differences. Andra Medea provides steps for defusing Thanksgiving fights. Topics include online arguments, campus culture impact on Gen Z, challenges on college campuses, depressive assumptions, rational thinking, corruption, and navigating family dynamics and online interactions.

Dec 9, 2024 • 57min
S1E11 Have developers lost their sense of community? with Anil Dash
Anil Dash, VP of Developer Experience at Fastly and former collaborator with Joel Spolsky, dives into the changing landscape of software communities. He shares his journey from hobbyist to professional developer and laments the decline of personal connections in tech. The conversation highlights the evolution of developer tools and the vital role of collaboration and passion. Anil also discusses the need for accessible tools and emphasizes the importance of community in driving innovation, drawing parallels with his work on Glitch.

Dec 12, 2019 • 57min
Episode 16: Glitch CEO Anil Dash on Strengthening Values in a Distributed Startup
Anil Dash, CEO of Glitch and an early pioneer of blogging, discusses the importance of prioritizing people over profits in tech. He reflects on the evolution of blogging and how those original ideals shape Glitch's equitable workplace culture. Anil shares insights into Glitch’s innovative platform for web development, emphasizing creativity and community. He also delves into the challenges of remote collaboration and maintaining inclusivity in a distributed workspace, showcasing how transparency and thoughtful practices guide their hiring and onboarding processes.