The 1:1

The 1:1 is a podcast dedicated to tackling the current issues in software engineering through authentic and meaningful conversations. We delve into topics such as the hiring process, the true essence of a 1:1 meeting, showing up for teammates, the importance of focus time, and why certain methodologies, like Scrum, might hinder development. We emphasize the need for creating and maintaining focus time and address communication issues within and between teams.


Our episodes often feature guests who share their firsthand experiences with mass layoffs, the struggles of the interview process, the crucial role of midlevel developers, and the emerging gap at the associate level. By combining these topics, we aim to build a community where engineers feel heard and supported.

Each episode is designed to provide practical insights and foster a sense of belonging in the engineering community. The 1:1 podcast strives to highlight the importance of personal connections and mentorship in the tech industry.


Join us as we create a platform for engineers to voice their challenges, share their triumphs, and explore solutions to the issues we face today. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, The 1:1 ensures that a wide range of perspectives are represented, making our discussions rich and multifaceted.


Email us at the1on1devpodcast@gmail.com

Rusty Tanton

I'm a husband, father, and software engineer who lives in Atlanta, Georgia. I enjoy spending time with my family, getting outdoors as often as I possibly can, photography, movies, theatre, travel, live music, and live sports among other things. I'm a proud graduate from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (Go Vols!), where I earned a degree in technical communication and journalism. I got my start building websites on UT servers in my dorm room and have been building them ever since.

Bresdin O'Malley

A Software Engineer with a passion for servant leadership and creative problem solving. Currently working towards her Master’s in Business Leadership and is slated to graduate Fall 2023. She is the current Executive Operations Director and board member of CodeClubs.org, a non-profit organization making technology focused education accessible to children. Her passions include DevOps solutioning, building cross departmental relationships, and leading engineering teams towards successful collaboration within the organization and consumers.