There are thousands of podcasts aimed at software developers. But very few give them the chance to hear directly from the people building the frameworks, tools, and platforms they use every day.
That’s what The Modern .NET Show does best.
Formerly known as The .NET Core Podcast, the show has been highlighting the human side of .NET since 2018. From new releases and platform features to community tools and experimental libraries, the show dives deep into the ideas shaping the future of software development on .NET, and speaks with the people behind them.
But creating a show like that is no small task. With more than 160 episodes and over 1.1 million downloads, The Modern .NET Show requires the kind of consistency and care that’s only possible with a strong team and clear systems. That’s where RJJ Software comes in.
Back in 2018, I was blown away that I could run a C# application on my Mac using .NET Core 1.0 and Visual Studio Code. That felt like a real breakthrough. But when I looked around, I couldn’t find a podcast that focused purely on .NET Core. Other shows talked about .NET broadly or veered off into JavaScript, and I wanted something that stayed grounded in the technology I was excited about. So I started The .NET Core Podcast — which eventually evolved into The Modern .NET Show
Built and Run In-House
RJJ Software doesn’t just produce The Modern .NET Show. The company is its home.
The show is hosted by Jamie Taylor, a seasoned backend developer and Microsoft MVP who also serves as RJJ Software’s Chief Technology Officer. While Jamie’s voice is the one heard by listeners, it’s the full team at RJJ Software that powers every aspect of the show behind the scenes.
Everything from recording and editing to show notes and website integration is handled in-house. The site itself is built with Hugo, and custom automations, developed and maintained by the RJJ team. The team also handle episode scheduling, page generation, and production workflows.
RJJ Software also donates Jamie’s time to hosting the show, as part of its commitment to supporting the wider developer community.
Rebranding to The Modern .NET Show wasn’t just about the name, it was about setting a clear direction. I wanted listeners to know they’d hear from developers working on the bleeding edge of .NET, not legacy tech. It’s been amazing to see the show grow from solo episodes to conversations with Microsoft engineers, OSS maintainers, and contributors who are shaping the future of the platform.
End-to-End Production Support
Each episode of The Modern .NET Show goes through a careful process of editing, mastering, and quality control. Episodes often feature guests from Microsoft, the open source community, or independent product teams, and it’s vital that the technical quality matches the professionalism of the conversations.
Audio production is managed by RJJ Software’s Chief Audio Engineer, Mark Taylor, who brings years of experience in podcast production. With custom workflows, a collaborative editing process, and use of their in-house AI tech stack, the team is able to turn around high-quality, polished episodes on a consistent fortnightly schedule.
By automating much of the build and publishing pipeline, RJJ ensures that each episode is live, indexed, and distributed across all major platforms on time, every time.
A Trusted Voice in the Developer Ecosystem
With over 1.1 million aggregate downloads and listeners in more than 100 countries, The Modern .NET Show has become a trusted voice in the .NET space.
Guests have included leaders from across the Microsoft ecosystem, such as Maddy Montaquila (.NET MAUI), Jon Galloway (.NET Foundation), Scott Hunter (VP Directory of Product on Azure Developer Experience), and many more. The show is frequently cited in community roundups, blog posts, and developer onboarding materials.
For RJJ Software, the show is more than just a production project:it’s a living example of the kind of thoughtful, high-quality developer content the company values. It showcases the team’s skills in podcast production, automation, software development, and technical communication. And it allows RJJ to actively contribute to the community it serves.
In 2023, I got a message from a junior developer and listener who told me the show was helping him solidify what he was learning at work. He asked if we could jump on a Zoom call, and I was genuinely touched. That message was a real shot in the arm. A reminder that the podcast isn’t just about frameworks or features. It’s reaching real people, helping them grow, and giving them confidence in their careers. I’ve had people come up to me at conferences and say, ‘Oh! You’re the .NET podcast guy!’ and that’s always lovely. But hearing that the show made a difference in someone’s learning journey… that’s something I’ll never forget.
Doing It Right
What makes The Modern .NET Show stand out isn’t just its format or frequency. It’s the consistency, professionalism, and deep care for both the listener and the guest experience. Behind each episode is a system designed to support quality, from the initial booking to the final mix.
That consistency is only possible with a well-tuned collaboration between creative and technical teams. In this case, they’re the same team. The podcast exists because RJJ Software supports it, just as RJJ supports the many organisations it partners with through software, consulting, and production.
The Modern .NET Show continues to grow, and RJJ Software is proud to be behind the microphone, behind the code, and behind the scenes.
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