Software Defined Talk
Episode Archive
Episode Archive
469 episodes of Software Defined Talk since the first episode, which aired on April 29th, 2016.
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Episode 522: A 5-star cannot stand
June 6th, 2025 | 1 hr 20 secs
This week, we discuss Apple reversioning macOS, the steady state of private cloud, and Snowflake’s acquisition of CrunchyData. Plus, the eternal quest for a 5-star Uber rating.
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Episode 521: The MacGuffin
May 30th, 2025 | 1 hr 4 mins
This week, we discuss OpenAI acquiring io, Salesforce buying Informatica, and the future of AI agents. Plus, Coté shares details about a sensitive procedure and ceiling puzzles.
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Episode 520: Excited is overused
May 23rd, 2025 | 1 hr 3 mins
This week, we recap Microsoft Build, Google I/O, and Java turning 30. Plus, more Vegemite talk and a discussion on whether tech presenters really need to tell us they’re “excited.”
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Episode 519: This is a “hit by pitch”
May 16th, 2025 | 57 mins 59 secs
This week, we discuss Zenoss finally getting acquired, Databricks buying Neon, and the debut of WizOS. Plus, updates on OpenAI, Google, Apple—and hot takes on Marmite, Vegemite, and Emacs.
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Episode 518: It Is What It Is
May 9th, 2025 | 54 mins 15 secs
This week, we unpack what Uber’s CEO said, why the CNCF exists, and how companies chase the money. Plus, Coté stands alone in his love for rice cakes.
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Episode 517: Trademark’s in the Mail
May 2nd, 2025 | 1 hr 3 mins
This week, we discuss the new Slate Pickup, Synadia’s attempt to reclaim NATS from the CNCF, and the latest DORA AI report. Plus, Google leaves old Nest thermostats out in the cold.
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Episode 516: Vibe Strategy
April 25th, 2025 | 1 hr 7 mins
This week, we discuss Google being found to be a monopoly, OpenAI’s “offer” to buy Chrome, and some hot takes on JSON. Plus, is it better to wait on hold or ask for a callback?
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Episode 515: Rick Houlihan, MongoDB Field CTO on Document Databases
April 18th, 2025 | 43 mins 2 secs
Brandon talks with Rick Houlihan, Field CTO at MongoDB, about why document databases are more important than ever, how MongoDB fits into modern app architectures, and where AI comes into play. Plus, Rick shares the story of how he helped deprecate 3,000 Oracle databases at Amazon.
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Episode 514: It’s All Affiliate Links
April 11th, 2025 | 59 mins 44 secs
This week, we discuss the rise of MCP, Google’s Agent2Agent protocol, and 20 years of Git. Plus, lazy ways to get rid of your junk.
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Episode 513: Put On A Musical
April 4th, 2025 | 47 mins 50 secs
This week, we discuss the shifting world of observability, the nightmare of “Configuration Hell,” and OpenAI’s latest valuation. Plus, a surprise Broadway musical review!
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Episode 512: Let’s Not Ruin This
March 28th, 2025 | 54 mins 55 secs
This week, we discuss Apple’s AI struggles, the never-ending access management puzzle, and the latest Kubernetes vulnerability. Plus, let’s not kill the fun of Vibe Coding.
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Episode 511: G-Wiz
March 21st, 2025 | 56 mins 41 secs
This week, we discuss Google acquiring Wiz, the rise of Vibe Coding, and what really counts as legacy software. Plus, Coté runs a post-acquisition all-hands meeting.
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Episode 510: Vibe Code This Baby
March 14th, 2025 | 56 mins 25 secs
This week, we discuss Discord’s IPO plans, Cursor’s big raise, and how much coding developers actually do. Plus, is Southwest making a huge mistake with bag fees and assigned seats?
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Episode 509: It’s like the Suburbs
March 7th, 2025 | 52 mins 54 secs
This week, we discuss IBM acquisitions, IDEs in the age of AI, and bidding farewell to Skype. Plus, the dos and don’ts of using chat in corporate meetings.
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Episode 508: Software Defined Interviews Crossover: PaaS and Career Advice with Brian Gracely
February 28th, 2025 | 1 hr 17 mins
This week, we're sharing a Software Defined Interviews episode! Coté and Whitney talk with Brian Gracely from the Cloudcast and Red Hat about cloud news, PaaS evolution, and career advice. If you like this, subscribe to Software Defined Interviews for more great conversations!
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Episode 507: Battery of Potential
February 21st, 2025 | 1 hr 2 mins
This week, we discuss how banks beat PayPal with Zelle, what the Wiz survey says about AI usage, and whether you can really “disagree and commit.” Plus, are multitools actually useful?