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Ladybug Podcast

by Emma Bostian, Kelly Vaughn

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The Hard Parts Of Engineering Management

November 3, 2025 · 35 min

Engineering management can look glamorous from the outside — but behind the scenes, it’s often a mix of tough calls, emotional juggling, and constant context switching. In this episode, we’re diving into the hard parts of being an…
Becoming An Engineering Manager Without A Technical Background

October 27, 2025 · 34 min

In this episode, we explore how to become an effective engineering manager—even without a technical background. We’ll unpack what the role truly entails, how to leverage your strengths in communication, strategy, and people management, and…
Performance Management As An Engineering Manager

October 20, 2025 · 34 min

In this episode, we’ll dig into how managers can balance output, impact, and quality, set meaningful goals, and coach engineers toward growth — not just manage them. We’ll also tackle how to handle underperformance, keep top talent…
Interviewing And Hiring Engineers

October 13, 2025 · 37 min

Hiring great engineers is one of the most important—and difficult—parts of an engineering manager’s job. In this episode, we break down the full hiring journey: from writing effective job descriptions and structuring interviews to…
Managing A Remote Team Of Engineers

October 6, 2025 · 35 min

Remote work is here to stay—but managing a distributed engineering team comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. In this episode, we dive into what it takes to lead remote engineers effectively. From building trust and…

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Working With Product Managers and Stakeholders

September 29, 2025 · 38 min

Episode Notes Engineering managers sit at the intersection of tech, product, and people—which means collaboration is key. In this episode, we explore how to build strong working relationships with product managers and stakeholders. From…
Project Management As An Engineering Manager

September 22, 2025 · 41 min

Episode Notes As an engineering manager, project management isn’t just a skill—it’s part of the job. In this episode, we unpack what effective project management looks like from the EM seat. From setting realistic timelines and tracking…
Your First 90 Days As An Engineering Manager

September 15, 2025 · 45 min

Episode Notes The first 90 days in any new role are crucial—but as a new engineering manager, they can make or break your trajectory. In this episode, we dive into how to approach your first three months with intention and clarity. From…
The Transition From Engineer To Engineering Manager

September 8, 2025 · 48 min

Episode Notes Stepping into management for the first time can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this episode, we explore the critical shift from individual contributor to engineering manager—what changes, what stays the same, and what…
A Brief Introduction To Engineering Management

September 1, 2025 · 41 min

Episode Notes 02:52 What is engineering management? 05:27 Why are we qualified to discuss this? 12:20 What are EMs responsible for? 14:38 The difference between an EM and Tech Lead 24:15 Key skills of an EM 32:37 Challenges with…
A Day in the Life of a Software Engineer

October 4, 2021 · 1 hr 2 min

What is a typical day in the life like for a software engineer? To close out Season 6, we thought it’d be a great idea to give you some insight into our workdays, as we all have very different roles and are in different stages of our…
What is an API and How do You Use One?

September 27, 2021 · 47 min

APIs are part of our daily roles as software developers, but what are they? What different types are there? And how can you design a good one? Show Notes [01:53] What is an API? [03:37] Types of APIS [15:02] GraphQL [19:49] REST [28:25]…

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About the show

Back after a two-year hiatus, engineering leaders Emma Bostian and Kelly Vaughn return for Season 7 of the Ladybug Podcast, giving you a deep dive into all things engineering leadership. With nearly 1 million total listens, Ladybug Podcast covers tech, career, and code, bringing unique viewpoints from a variety of guests and co-hosts. Check out our website!