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Get ready for a weekly dose of all things Enterprise Software and Cloud Computing! Join us as we dive into topics including Kubernetes, DevOps, Serverless, Security and Coding. Plus, we’ll keep you entertained with plenty of off-topic banter and nonsense. Don’t worry if you miss the latest industry conference - we’ve got you covered with recaps of all the latest news from AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF).
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Curating & reposting the ~3 best podcasts per week.There are simply too many good podcasts out there, let us pick the best three each week for you. Copyright is owned by the publisher, not this podcast, audio is streamed directly from publisher's servers.
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This week, we discuss how LLMs are changing software development, OpenAI’s deep research, and why the Gartner Hype Cycle persists. Plus, a business plan built entirely around ice! Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 506 Runner-up Titles I bought the DevOps I’m always looking for tomatillas You’re making a strong case for RTO The CEO of ice.…
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Episode 505: There Could be Extra Innings
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This week, we discuss cloud’s never-ending “early innings,” OpenAI Canvas vs. Gemini, and Dell’s RTO reversal. Plus, is there such a thing as too much optimism? Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 505 Runner-up Titles Fastball to the head Not enough AI eggs Toxic Positivity Rundown Cote’s Early Innings Research Slides and stream recording o…
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Episode 504: Socrates Didn’t Whiteboard
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This week, we discuss the latest news about DeepSeek, how to make sense of the countless hot takes, and a review of The Nvidia Way. Plus, some thoughts on Valentine’s Day. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 504 Runner-up Titles The Paperclip Apocalypse Markets Over Management The Nest Egg This is cheaper than therapy Valentine’s Day “Turns…
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Episode 503: Maybe Puppies Solve Everything
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This week, we explore how AI is reshaping software development, the slow adoption of Service Mesh, and the latest effort to modernize the U.S. Government. Plus, chili debates, and Wiz proves puppies make everything better. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 503 Runner-up Titles Just start it, I’ll catch up Let’s not get distracted by the c…
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Episode 502: Have a Plan or Throw It Away
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This week, we cover the Sonos executive shake-up, AWS CEO Matt Garman's take on AI, and check in on OpenTofu’s growth. Plus, some thoughts on broken windows and Emacs no longer being preinstalled on macOS. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 502 Runner-up Titles Anecdote Investigations. The Software Defined Elves are gonna send you a RØDECa…
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This week, we dive into the state of SBOMs, what’s going on with Harness, and the ongoing collision of tech and politics. Plus, Coté finds himself a stranger in the Texas he once called home. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 501 Runner-up Titles Who knows what’s going to happen on that side of the planet? There are no hacks in The Nether…
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87. Helpful Support (Independence) vs Harmful Support (Dependence). Mentioning Jon Haidt, Kim Scott,
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Helpful Support = 1. Increased Trajectory + 2. Increase ResilienceHarmful Support = 1. No Improvement In Trajectory + 2. Lowered Resilience Support in Different Contexts- Workplace: Managers should focus on developing employees' skills and independence- Parenting: The goal is to raise independent adults, not perpetually dependent children- Friendsh…
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This week, we recap the biggest tech news and trends of 2024, grade our predictions from the year, and look ahead to 2025. Plus, we share our New Year’s resolutions. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 500 Runner-up Titles I blame Product Management I don’t think I’m gonna buy a pair of jeans this year. Should I go full Kirkland? That’s a b…
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This week, Brandon is joined by Brian Gracely from The Cloudcast to tackle the top cloud news and trends of 2025. We sort through 12 big topics and decide which ones are still worth your time and which ones should be starred. archived, or marked as spam. Plus, some thoughts on Bill Belichick becoming the head coach at UNC. Runner-up Titles OpenAI’s…
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Episode 498: I’m not ready to start a new streak
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This week, we discuss Jeff Barr’s departure from AWS, OpenAI’s latest announcements, and Broadcom’s AI ambitions. Plus, Matt debates the finer points of Australian vs. American Apple Intelligence. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 498 Runner-up Titles That’s a streak That’s not a thing I miss the cold-calling lifestyle I miss being a JSON…
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This week, we discuss the 12 Days of OpenAI, the latest in quantum computing, and Nvidia’s unique management style. Plus, Coté shares his thoughts on turkeys and BBQ. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 497 Runner-up Titles Go full-on American Multiple days of meat Advent of Meat Fowl Day ChopOps Fractured and Scattered Mr. Mahalo Rundown 1…
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Episode 496: It’s Not About Being Paranoid
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This week, we discuss Intel’s CEO “resignation,” the rise of custom silicon, and the biggest announcements from AWS re:Invent. Plus, some thoughts on the simple satisfaction of label makers. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 496 Runner-up Titles re:Primitives Primitives, Re:invented Chatbots, Call Center Agents and Dev Co-Pilots. Thanksqu…
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Episode 495: The most honorable of mentions
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This week, we discuss the relationship between DevOps and Platform Engineering, Gartner’s take on Distributed Hybrid Infrastructure, and Nvidia’s search for new use cases. Plus, a listener chimes in to clear up some Podman misconceptions. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 495 Runner-up Titles Prove me wrong AWS, prove me wrong Please turn…
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Episode 494: We are going to move the couch
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This week, we cover Netflix’s streaming hiccups, cloud earnings updates, Red Hat’s CNCF donations, and the potential sale of Chrome. Plus, a few thoughts on parenting. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 494 Runner-up Titles The dog peed on it. Jamin’s favorite Excel macros. Change up the noodles. 0.7 good tips there The tiniest of rebellio…
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This week, we cover OpenCost’s big incubation milestone, CNCF's graduation rules, and a flurry of tech acquisitions. Plus, some thoughts on teaching kids about passwords. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 493 Runner-up Titles Yes, No, Maybe Infinite Password Loop Bring your kids to work day: passwords. Password Talk Escaping characters St…
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Episode 492: Aran Khanna on Cloud Insurance
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Brandon interviews Aran Khanna, CEO of Archera, on user privacy, his work on DeepLens at AWS, and Archera’s "cloud insurance" model. Plus, Aran shares how he lost his Facebook internship before it started. Show Links Why it's not your fault that you're sharing too much online Get started with Archera Archera.ai Contact Aran LinkedIn: Aran Khanna Tw…
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This week, we discuss the latest DORA report and what happens when open-source projects make money. Plus, some thoughts on Halloween abroad in the Netherlands and Australia. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 491 Runner-up Titles This is a lifestyle business. The Benioff Line. Mahalo The innings in the marathon We’re left picking up the tr…
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This week, we talk about Anthropic's new AI agent, cloud exits, and why BMC is splitting up. Plus, a quick update on the WordPress drama and some thoughts on Amsterdam’s autumn weather. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 490 Runner-up Titles The Abyss Looks Into You ROI Stuff RTO Agent Rundown AI Agents The AI agents have arrived Amazon-ba…
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86. Things we wish we knew before 18. Mentioning Naval, Alain de Botton, Esther Perel & More
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The main points talked about are:- Teaching kids about the business world. For example, they could learn by trading shares.- Understanding how to build healthy relationships with themselves and others. A way to do this is by exploring philosophy.- Learning how to create things. Instead of focusing on music, we could emphasize entrepreneurship and b…
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Episode 489: Whitney Lee: From Wedding Photographer to Cloud-Native DevRel
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This episode is from the reboot of Software Defined Interviews. Whitney Lee joins Coté to discuss her varied career path, from artist and wedding photographer to her career in DevRel within the cloud-native world. They kick off this revamped series with an engaging conversation. Expect new episodes of Software Defined Interviews every two weeks! Su…
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Episode 488: Am I Here for the Mission or the Paycheck?
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This week, we discuss WordPress paying employees to quit, the perils of management by fear, and Matt shutting down his datacenter. Plus, the definitive top 5 ranking of Australia’s iconic Big Things. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 488 Runner-up Titles The Spirit of Open Source Debating ‘Benevolent’ The Hero 1-Day Guy The Mullenweg Way …
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Episode 487: WordPress Drama and Chicken Sandwiches
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This week, we recap the WordPress showdown between Automattic and WP Engine, and discuss the future of OpenAI. Plus, Coté has a lot (maybe too much) to say about Chick-fil-A coming to the UK. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 487 Runner-up Titles Time change is a-comin’. Don’t worry, I’m wearing clothes under this bathrobe. Where-ever the…
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Episode 486: Platform Engineering vs. DevOps
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This week, we discuss the intersection of DevOps and Platform Engineering, the latest WordPress drama, and some M&A tips for Intel. Plus, a few recommendations on using iPhone mirroring. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 486 Runner-up Titles I’m out of nuts, time to podcast System Settings Security, it never ends Fancy Sysadmins Providing…
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Episode 485: It's an Ending, That's Enough
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This week, we discuss IBM acquiring Kubecost, AWS moving OpenSearch to the Linux Foundation, and Amazon employees heading back to the office. Plus, some thoughts on what it means to be in "employee mode." Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 485 Runner-up Titles That’s a good looking setup there Feels like sweatpants London’s busy, Amsterdam…
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85. The Rightification Of The Left. Mentioning Elon, Marc Andressen, David Sacks, Tim Urban & more
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- A16Z on why they support Trump: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_sNclEgQZQ- Tim Urban explaining social justice fundamentalist (wokeness): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALdi_MX3bfQ- Nate Silver on election: https://www.natesilver.net/p/nate-silver-2024-president-election-polls-modelIf you want to contact us please do so at [email protected]…
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This week, we discuss Dell's growth in AI servers, GEICO’s transition from VMware to OpenStack, and the concept of Kingmaking. Plus, plenty of thoughts on USB hubs. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 484 Runner-up Titles You just put it in a different USB port I am just going to repeat thing you say A Decade of Aftershow Happy Anniversary …
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Episode 483: [AGPL does not close deals for you]
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This week, we discuss Intel's challenges, Elastic's adopting the AGPL, and getting AI to introduce itself. Plus, some thoughts on a gesticulating flâneur using a speakerphone in public. Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 483 Runner-up Titles Why are you in an attic Flâneur Gesticulating That’s not I’m over the big pile of nachos What’s you…
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