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Episode 534: Capitalism is working

This week, we discuss the US backing Intel, SaaS staying power, and AI’s impact on deep work. Plus, Matt Ray’s moving tips and more kolache talk in the after show.

Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 534

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Nonsense

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Wiz Capture the Flag, Brisbane, August 26.
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Civo Navigate London, Coté speaking, September 30th.
Texas Linux Fest, Austin, October 3rd to 4th.
CF Day EU, Coté speaking, Frankfurt, October 7th, 2025.
AI for the Rest of Us, Coté speaking, October 15th to 16th, London.
SREDay Amsterdam, Coté speaking, November 7th.

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Capitalism is working

Episode 534

August 22nd, 2025

1 hr 22 mins

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About this Episode

This week, we discuss the US backing Intel, SaaS staying power, and AI’s impact on deep work. Plus, Matt Ray’s moving tips and more kolache talk in the after show.

Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 534