815
Episodes
473
Transcribed
56
Ratings
Daily
Cadence
2023
First episode
89K
YouTube views

About Hacker News Recap

A podcast that recaps some of the top posts on Hacker News every day. This is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by Wondercraft.ai. Create your own news rundown podcast at app.wondercraft.ai

Publisher
Wondercraft.ai
Category
news
Language
en
Explicit
No
First episode
10 Apr 2023
Latest episode
10 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

473 of 815 episodes have a transcript.

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June 15th, 2026 | Iroh 1.0

Published 16 Jun 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Today, we're diving into a thought-provoking hacker news post titled, What Happened to Nerds? This post reflects on the evolution of tech culture and the changing identity of self-identified nerds. At its core, the post discusses how the characteristics and behaviors that once defined nerd culture, such as a passion for niche interests and technical expertise, have shifted in the broader societal context. It examines the transition from a marginalized group to a more mainstream presence, where tech savviness is increasingly valued across various fields. One significant point made is the impact of technology democratization. […]

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YouTube views
89,150
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.4 / 5
13 ratings
Spotify
4.0 / 5
43 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 81 / 100

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Quality
93
Social presence
0
YouTube
85
Engagement
90

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