Best Jerome Davis Podcasts (2025)

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A Microsoft AI discussion with Olorunfemi Davis 35:07

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In this episode, I was joined by Olorunfemi Davis to chat about AI. We chatted about Microsoft Copilot Studio, Semantic Kernel, and AI in general. With 9 years of experience, Olorunfemi specialises in architecting, building, and optimising secure, high-performance systems. His expertise covers the full spectrum of C# / .NET development and managing…

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Camp Jokes, Real Laughs W/ Ed Phillips 34:58

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Send us a text Smoke-filled sets, long quiet drives, and the stubborn joy of getting the joke right—this conversation with comedian and writer Ed Phillips digs into the parts of comedy most people skip. We start with the real: improv roots at a Virginia Beach Cinema Cafe, the three-month wait to get a shot, and how those early reps shaped his timin…

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Ghosts Don’t Wear Fake Jordans W/ Jay Flake 40:26

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Send us a text Ever hear a single sentence change someone’s life? That’s how Jay Flake’s story starts—cracking jokes in a corporate training room when an older coworker told him he’d missed his calling. One open mic later, the Nashville comic found his lane: high-energy, true-story material that feels lived-in, then sharpened it into a clean-comedy…

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Stage to Spotlight: Sheri’s switch 35:06

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Send us a text What happens when you trade a boardroom for a black box theater and decide to start from scratch in your 50s? We sit down with actor and stand-up comic Sheri Gill Dixon for a fearless, funny, and deeply human conversation about falling in love with movies as a teenage usher threading reels, discovering Meisner training in Virginia Be…

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The Female Comedy Avengers w/ Kells Morton 31:07

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Send us a text Step into the world of stand-up comedy with KellsMorton, a rising comedian who's turning life's realities into laughs that resonate with audiences everywhere. From her humble beginnings taking comedy classes to performing at sold-out venues, Kells shares the authentic journey of finding her voice in a competitive industry. What makes…

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Jay Davis: From Sketches to Screens and Beyond 26:17

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Send us a text Turning personal setbacks into creative gold is the hallmark of true entrepreneurs, and Jay Davis exemplifies this transformation. After a divorce fifteen years ago, he began writing short stories about dating experiences, eventually filming them as sketches when "nobody was doing sketches on the internet back then." That initial spa…

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Who Really Has Control? A Dominatrix Reveals All w/ Goddess Kylie Kassh 49:38

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Send us a text Kylie Kassh, professional dominatrix of 17 years and content creator, shares her journey from accidental dom to lifestyle professional in this candid conversation about power dynamics, boundaries, and the business of domination. • Discovered her dominatrix potential when a friend noticed her naturally commanding style with boyfriends…

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Goals and time management - with Gui Ferreira 1:08:34

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In this episode, I was joined by Gui Ferreira to chat about one of my favourite topics - life productivity! Where we talked about goal-setting, time management, and productivity in general. We also chatted a bit at the end about testing and AI. Guilherme Ferreira, also known as Gui, is a Minimalist Software Craftsman, passionate about simplicity an…

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Finding Funny in Life's Darkest Moments W/ Josh Ward 43:57

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Send us a text Josh Ward doesn't just tell jokes; he transforms life's darkest moments into something beautiful through comedy. During our candid conversation, this self-described "underground comedy king" reveals how he channeled the grief of losing his son into his powerful special "My Special Boy" - a 21-minute journey that showcases his remarka…

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Dezz Nicholson: The Art of Finding Your Stage 46:10

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Send us a text What happens when you're a sunflower trying to bloom in a rose garden? Dezz Nicholson knows that feeling all too well. The accomplished poet, singer, and creative sits down with Rome Davis to discuss the complex journey of finding your authentic voice and space in a creative world that often feels threatened by new talent. Dezz takes…

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Shawn Wildermuth 58:06

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In this episode, I was delighted to be joined by Shawn Wildermuth. We chatted about software development in general, careers, AI, and more! Shawn Wildermuth is a software development consultant, Microsoft MVP, Pluralsight author, and speaker with over 30 years of experience in the industry. For a full list of show notes, or to add comments - please…

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.NET Aspire - with Maddy Montaquila 1:15:46

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In this episode, I was honoured to be joined by Maddy Montaquila to chat about the amazing .NET Aspire! We covered a lot of stuff in this episode - from what Aspire is, and its features - to various stories about the decisions made and the future plans for Aspire. We also took a few tangents, chatting about AI and vibe coding! It was such a fun con…

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Music & Microphone Moments w/ Cara Caterson 41:01

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Send us a text When singer-songwriter Cara Caterson joins Rome Davis on the No ID Podcast, what unfolds is an unexpectedly vulnerable peek behind the curtain of creative careers. Both performers strip away the glamor to reveal what audiences never see—Rome confessing to throwing up at gas stations before comedy sets, Cara admitting to hiding in ven…

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The Outbox Pattern - with Tomek Masternak and Szymon Pobiega 1:11:48

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In this episode, I was joined by Tomek Masternak and Szymon Pobiega from Particular Software (NServiceBus) for a technical discussion about the Outbox Pattern! The pattern is designed to improve reliability of messaging by storing outgoing messages in a database table (the “outbox”) as part of the same transaction that modifies business data - allo…

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Adult Entertainment Uncovered: The Journey of PepperKat 33:01

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Send us a text Dive into the intriguing journey of PepperKat, an artist who transitioned from the world of news production to become a prominent figure in adult entertainment. In this episode, she reveals the motivations that led her to pursue a career where creativity and financial independence reign supreme. PepperKat is not just an entertainer; …

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The Uno Platform and Hot Design - with Jérôme Laban 58:24

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In this episode, I was joined by Jérôme Laban, the CTO of the Uno Platform. We chatted about the Uno Platform itself, which is a cross-platform framework for building single-codebase applications that run on Windows, iOS, Android, macOS, Linux, and the web via WebAssembly. We also discussed a new Hot Design feature, which is a designer/builder that…

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Inside the World of Comedy with the Theodore Taylor 45:08

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Send us a text What if a simple wardrobe choice could change the way you're perceived on stage? Theodore Taylor, better known as the "Bowtie Guy," joins us to unravel the origins of his distinctive comedic persona. Inspired by a character from Doctor Who, the bow tie has become more than just an accessory—it's his comedic badge, helping him craft p…

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Buddy Lewis Shares Comedy Gems 1:02:29

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Send us a text Ever wondered what it’s like to mix stand-up comedy with a mean golf swing? Legendary comedian Buddy Lewis joins us, bringing his signature humor and a treasure trove of stories from his days on "Martin" to the quirky charm of interviewing him in his mom's living room. From hilarious behind-the-scenes moments with Martin Lawrence to …

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Comedy Through the Eyes of La Josh Preston 40:11

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Send us a text Ever wondered how stand-up comedy has transformed over the years? Join us as La Josh Preston, a humorous force from Southwest Virginia, takes us through his comedic journey from 1993 to now. La Josh has seen it all—from the bustling stages of Roanoke to the exhilarating experience of performing for Kenan Thompson. He talks about the …

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Upgrade your Brain's OS - with Rob West 1:05:27

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As developers, we’re always looking for ways to improve and optimise our code. Yet we often neglect our body’s hardware and software. In this episode, I was joined by Rob West, to chat about how we can use mindfulness, nutrition, and exercise to upgrade our brain’s operating system. A large part of our discussion was about our ability to focus, why…

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Corey Marshall: From Life-Altering Events to Stand-Up Success and Beyond 20:03

1y ago20:03

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Send us a text Comedian and writer Corey Marshall joins us to share his unexpected journey into the world of stand-up comedy. Imagine turning a life-altering event like a divorce into an opportunity for reinvention. Corey did just that, boldly stepping onto the stage for his first-ever one-man show without any prior experience. His fearless leap in…

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A Celebration of Comedy and Creativity W/ Shawnell B 25:56

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Send us a text Shawnnell Brown, the vibrant comedian and DJ lighting up Richmond, Virginia, joins us to share her incredible story from law school to the comedy stage, inspired by the likes of Chris Tucker. Chanel brings her unique flair and passion to the mic as she discusses her mission to create a thriving community for local comedians with her …

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Unhandled Exceptions - With Callum Linington 1:10:38

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In this episode, I was joined for a second time by Callum Linington - this time to discuss exceptions, which is quite fitting given the show’s name! We chatted about why you should avoid using exceptions for your main business logic and control flow, and explored better ways to handle errors. And I’m afraid the “monad” word got thrown in too! 🙈 For…

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GitHub Actions - With Scott Sauber 52:20

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In this episode, I was joined by Scott Sauber to chat about GitHub Actions. Before that though, we chatted about the differences between ‘Continuous Integration’, ‘Continuous Delivery’, and ‘Continuous Deployment’. Then we delved into the world of GitHub Actions, and how they can be used to automate your workflows. For a full list of show notes, or…

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From Open Mics to Center Stage with Tyrone Burston 24:10

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a comedian's first headlining gig feels after a decade of grinding? Meet Tyrone Burston, the man with a story that’s bound to tug at your heartstrings and tickle your funny bone. Tyrone takes us behind the scenes of his emotional journey to the spotlight, sharing how personal losses and life’s hard knocks pushed him…

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Mastering Multiple Platforms with Sevynn Hop 26:58

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a simple spontaneous video could catapult someone into viral fame? Meet Sevynn Hop, the devoted mother turned social media sensation, who will share her remarkable journey from an unexpected 10-million-view video to managing a diverse following across Instagram, TikTok, X, and Reddit. Discover her secrets to jugglin…

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Naming things is hard! - with Nick Cosentino 1:03:57

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In this episode, I was joined by Nick Cosentino (DevLeader on the socials) to chat about refactoring code. We also discussed various other things, like automated testing, and how AI might affect us as developers, and much more! For a full list of show notes, or to add comments - please see the website here…

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The Umbraco CMS and Community 1:12:05

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In this group episode, I was joined by Carl Sargunar, Lotte Pitcher, Carole Rennie Logan, and Callum Whyte, to discuss the Umbraco community and CMS! We chatted about the amazing community around Umbraco, as well as the features of the CMS itself. It definitely made me want to reach for Umbraco next time I need a CMS! For a full list of show notes,…

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Modular Monoliths - with Steve "ardalis" Smith 44:50

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In this episode, I was honoured to be joined by Steve “ardalis” Smith to chat about Modular Monoliths! We discussed the benefits of going down the Modular Monolith route instead of moving to microservices. We also chatted about how MediatR can help with this, and also about creating online courses. For a full list of show notes, or to add comments …

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Live Panel Discussion at DDD South West 2024 52:09

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This was the first episode we’ve done which has been recorded live with an audience! It was hosted at the DDD South West conference in Bristol (UK), and I was joined by a panel of speakers. After introductions, I kicked off the conversation with a question about AI - and then we went from there, taking further dev-related questions from the audienc…

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Humor's Mirror on Life with Dontee' Ray 32:26

1+ y ago32:26

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a comedian finds the spark to ignite a crowd with laughter? My latest guest, the effervescent Dontee' Ray, sits down with me, Jerome Davis, to unravel the magic behind his comedic journey. From his beginnings in improv with the Black Top Improv Group to lighting up the stage at Atlanta's Uptown Comedy Corner, Dontee…

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Serverless, AWS, and .NET - with James Eastham 1:02:15

1+ y ago1:02:15

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In this episode I was joined by James Eastham to initially to chat about AWS and Serverless with .NET… but we ended up covering a whole lot more! We chatted about OpenTelemetry, Kubernetes, Rust, and our Dometrain courses too! James Eastham is a Senior Cloud Architect at Amazon Web Services and content creator. He has over 10 years of experience in…

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The Making of a Stand-Up Sensation Skeeta G 32:31

1+ y ago32:31

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a high school class clown morphs into a comedy sensation? Skeeta G, a name synonymous with belly laughs, joins us to unravel his journey from classroom antics to dominating the stand-up stage, weaving tales of the moments that catapulted him into the spotlight. Revel in the stories of his community's unwavering supp…

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The Comedian's Odyssey with Dara Jemmott 37:58

1+ y ago37:58

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Send us a text As I welcomed the irresistibly witty Dara Jermott onto the show, we couldn't help but swap audition horror stories and the sort of comedy venue nightmares that comedians whisper about in hushed tones. Dara regaled us with the twist of fate that led her to the stand-up stage and the raucous journey that followed, including a brush wit…

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Alla Strange on Embracing Comedy and Adult Entertainment Bravely 35:38

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Send us a text Ever wonder what happens when you mix fearless comedy with the unabashed world of adult entertainment? That's exactly the explosive cocktail we're serving up as I, Jerome Davis, sit down with the outrageously talented Alla Strange. This season opener of the no ID podcast isn't just a conversation; it's an adventure into the heart of …

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From YouTube Skits to Live Laughs: Josh Gedeon Comedy Hustle 45:03

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Send us a text Ever chuckled so hard that your sides ached? Well, get ready to flex those laugh muscles as Josh Gedeon, the comedic gem of the 757 scene, takes us through his leap from crafting YouTube skits to seizing the mic at Kazi's. We reminisce about the early days of viral Asian YouTubers and the art of translating digital giggles to live au…