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Episode 540: How to build a factory

This week, we dig into the latest DORA report and OpenAI’s big product updates. Plus, some hot takes on airline status and the Eurostar.

Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 540

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How to build a factory

Episode 540

October 3rd, 2025

1 hr 9 mins

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About this Episode

This week, we dig into the latest DORA report and OpenAI’s big product updates. Plus, some hot takes on airline status and the Eurostar.

Watch the YouTube Live Recording of Episode 540