Podcast Awesome
On Podcast Awesome we talk to members of the Font Awesome team about icons, design, tech, business, and of course, nerdery.
Podcasting since 2022 • 42 episodes
Podcast Awesome
Latest Episodes
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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28:24
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 i...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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13:50
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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13:20
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. 🔥
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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13:12
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 abou...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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17:46