Best Cloud Engineering Software Engineering Daily Podcasts (2025)

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SED News: Bezos Returns to Building, AI’s Reality Check, and Europe’s Cloud Ambitions 54:01

14d ago54:01

54:01

SED News is a monthly podcast from Software Engineering Daily where hosts Gregor Vand and Sean Falconer unpack the biggest stories shaping software engineering, Silicon Valley, and the broader tech industry. In this episode, they cover Jeff Bezos’s unexpected return to the CEO seat with Project Prometheus, the growing debate over whether AI investm…

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Amazon in Talks to Invest $10B in OpenAI 9:31

1h ago9:31

9:31

In this episode, we cover reports that Amazon is in talks to invest $10B in OpenAI and how this potential deal fits into the growing trend of circular partnerships in AI. In this episode, we explain what circular deals are, why Big Tech is leaning into them, and what this could mean for competition across cloud and AI markets. Get the top 40+ AI Mo…

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3524: Trust, Verification, and Ownership in the Age of AI, with eSentire's Alexander Feick 29:50

21m ago29:50

29:50

What happens when artificial intelligence moves faster than our ability to understand, verify, and trust it? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Alexander Feick from eSentire, a cybersecurity veteran who has spent more than a decade working at the intersection of complex systems, risk, and emerging technology. Alex leads eSentire L…

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Designing Innovative Puzzle Games with Zach Barth 1:27:56

1d ago1:27:56

1:27:56

Zachtronics is a legendary independent game studio known for creating intricate, engineering-focused puzzle games that merge logic, creativity, and code. The studio was founded by Zach Barth in 2011, and it has become a cult favorite among programmers and tinkerers alike with titles such as SpaceChem, Infinifactory, TIS-100, and Shenzhen I/O. Most …

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Designing Innovative Puzzle Games with Zach Barth 1:27:56

8h ago1:27:56

1:27:56

Zachtronics is a legendary independent game studio known for creating intricate, engineering-focused puzzle games that merge logic, creativity, and code. The studio was founded by Zach Barth in 2011, and it has become a cult favorite among programmers and tinkerers alike with titles such as SpaceChem, Infinifactory, TIS-100, and Shenzhen I/O. Most …

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Building Games at Zachtronics with Zach Barth 1:28:37

3h ago1:28:37

1:28:37

Zachtronics is a legendary independent game studio known for creating intricate, engineering-focused puzzle games that merge logic, creativity, and code. The studio was founded by Zach Barth in 2011, and it has become a cult favorite among programmers and tinkerers alike with titles such as SpaceChem, Infinifactory, TIS-100, and Shenzhen I/O. Most …

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Buildkite CTO on the New AI Engineering Reality | Spriha Baruah Tucker 30:27

1d ago30:27

30:27

Join host Jaeden Schafer as he jumps into the world of AI with Spriha Baruah Tucker, Field CTO at BuildKite and a two-time Y Combinator founder. Discover how BuildKite is revolutionizing CI-CD platforms, the journey that led Spriha to her current role, and her insights on the future of AI in engineering. This episode is packed with valuable advice …

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Lovable Raises $330M at $6.6B Valuation 8:24

1d ago8:24

8:24

In this episode, we break down how vibe-coding startup Lovable secured a massive $330M funding round at a $6.6B valuation and what that says about investor appetite for developer-first AI tools. In this episode, we explore what “vibe-coding” actually means, why Lovable is scaling so fast, and how this raise could shape the future of software creati…

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3523: From Chaos to Clarity, Valiantys on Making AI Work for Developers 30:12

23h ago30:12

30:12

How much value do your developers actually get to deliver in a typical week, and how much of their time is quietly lost to meetings, context hunting, and process drag? I'm joined by Phil Heijkoop, Global Practice Head of Developer Experience at Valiantys, for a conversation that cuts through the hype surrounding AI and asks a harder question about …

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Google Tests “CC” a Gmail AI Assistant 9:50

1d ago9:50

9:50

In this episode, we look at Google testing “CC,” a new email-based productivity assistant designed to help users get more done directly from their inbox. We discuss how this tool could fit into Google’s broader AI strategy and change how people manage email workflows. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube C…

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Adobe Firefly Adds Prompt Video Editing 7:46

1d ago7:46

7:46

In this episode, we cover Adobe Firefly’s new prompt-based video editing features and what they enable for creators. We also talk about Adobe adding more third-party AI models and how this expands Firefly’s role as a multi-model creative platform. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.y…

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Databricks Raises $4B at $134B Valuation 7:22

2d ago7:22

7:22

In this episode, we break down Databricks’ $4B funding round and how it pushed the company to a $134B valuation. We explore what this massive raise says about the surging demand for AI data platforms and Databricks’ growing role in the AI boom. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.yout…

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OpenAI Launches New Image Generation Model 10:06

2d ago10:06

10:06

In this episode, we unpack OpenAI’s continued “code red” push with its latest image generation model and what sets it apart. In this episode, we explore how the model works, why OpenAI is accelerating its efforts, and what it could mean for creators and AI art. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel:…

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3522: Building the Future of Money at Gnosis With Dr. Friederike Ernst 40:31

8h ago40:31

40:31

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Meta AI Glasses Add AI Hearing Boost & Spotify 8:25

2d ago8:25

8:25

In this episode, we break down Meta’s update to its AI glasses that adds a Spotify feature and can help you hear conversations better. In this episode, we talk about how these new capabilities work and what they could mean for everyday users. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtub…

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Rivals of Aether with Dan Fornace 44:00

20m ago44:00

44:00

Rivals of Aether and Rivals of Aether II are indie fighting games that combine fast-paced platform combat with elemental-themed characters. The game takes inspiration from Super Smash Bros. and emphasizes skillful movement, tight controls, and competitive balance, making it popular in the fighting game community. Dan Fornace is a game director and …

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Rivals of Aether with Dan Fornace 44:00

16m ago44:00

44:00

Rivals of Aether and Rivals of Aether II are indie fighting games that combine fast-paced platform combat with elemental-themed characters. The game takes inspiration from Super Smash Bros. and emphasizes skillful movement, tight controls, and competitive balance, making it popular in the fighting game community. Dan Fornace is a game director and …

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Rivals of Aether with Dan Fornace 46:05

34m ago46:05

46:05

Rivals of Aether and Rivals of Aether II are indie fighting games that combine fast-paced platform combat with elemental-themed characters. The game takes inspiration from Super Smash Bros. and emphasizes skillful movement, tight controls, and competitive balance, making it popular in the fighting game community. Dan Fornace is a game director and …

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DoorDash Rolls Out Zesty AI Social App 8:08

3d ago8:08

8:08

In this episode, we explore DoorDash’s launch of Zesty, an AI-driven social app designed to help users discover new restaurants and share food experiences. We break down how the app works, what makes its AI features unique, and why this move could change how people find places to eat. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai …

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Mirelo Raises $41M to Fix AI Video Audio 8:42

4d ago8:42

8:42

In this episode, we explain Mirelo’s $41 million funding round led by Index and a16z to tackle the “silent problem” in AI-generated video by improving audio quality and synchronization. In this episode, we break down why solving AI video sound is critical for realistic content and how Mirelo plans to use the new capital to advance its technology. G…

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3521: What ABB Is Seeing Across Global Industrial Energy Systems 36:46

1d ago36:46

36:46

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm joined by Stuart Thompson, President of ABB's Electrification Service Division, to explore the intersection of industrial sustainability, energy security, and cutting-edge technology. As industries face growing energy demands and climate targets, Stuart explains how companies can modernize their infrastructu…

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US Gov Plans to Hire 1,000 AI Employees 7:44

4d ago7:44

7:44

In this episode, we break down the U.S. federal government’s push to hire roughly 1,000 AI and tech workers as part of a new nationwide recruitment effort. In this episode, we explain what roles these AI employees will fill, how much they’ll be paid, and why the government is racing to compete with Big Tech for talent. Get the top 40+ AI Models for…

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Trump Signs EO to Block State AI Laws 11:24

5d ago11:24

11:24

In this episode, we break down President Trump’s December 11, 2025 executive order, “Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence,” and what it’s designed to do, push back on (and potentially preempt) state-by-state AI rules in favor of a single national approach. In this episode, we walk through the immediate backlash (especial…

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3520: How Ecolab Is Rethinking Water Risk In An AI Driven World 31:42

11h ago31:42

31:42

Are we finally treating water risk like a board-level issue, rather than a line item that only shows up when something breaks? In this episode, I'm joined by Emilio Tenuta, SVP and Chief Sustainability Officer at Ecolab, to unpack why water has become a strategic variable for business, right alongside energy and carbon. Ecolab works with customers …

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3519: How Verdent AI is Building the Next Generation AI Coding Agents. 36:43

21h ago36:43

36:43

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Yuyu Zhang to unpack a shift that many developers can feel but struggle to articulate. Yuyu's journey spans academic research at Georgia Tech, building recommendation systems that power TikTok and Douyin at global scale, and leading the Seed-Coder project at ByteDance, which reached state-of-the-…

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Woman Gives Birth Inside Waymo Robotaxi 7:30

6d ago7:30

7:30

In this episode, we talk about a woman who gave birth while riding in a self-driving Waymo vehicle and how the situation unfolded. In this episode, we explore what this moment says about the real-world edge cases autonomous vehicles are now encountering. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https:…

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3518: AWS re:Invent: The New Playbook For Detection, Response, And Secure AI 28:12

1d ago28:12

28:12

How do you move faster with AI and cloud innovation without losing control of security along the way? Recorded live from the show floor at AWS re:Invent in Las Vegas, this episode of Tech Talks Daily features a timely conversation with Kimberly Dickson, Worldwide Go-To-Market Lead for AWS Detection and Response Services. As organizations race to ad…

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This is Episode #1,001 of AI Chat: What I Learned 8:55

7d ago8:55

8:55

In this episode, I reflect on the journey to 1001 episodes and the lessons learned along the way. I dive into the personal story behind creating the show, the challenges faced, and the insights gained from building it over time. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenS…

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Google Drops "Disco" a Browser that Makes Apps from Your Tabs 9:27

7d ago9:27

9:27

In this episode, we cover Google’s launch of Disco, a Gemini-powered tool that turns browser tabs into functional web apps. In this episode, we explain how Disco works, what problems it’s designed to solve, and why it signals Google’s push to make app creation faster and more accessible. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.…

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3517: How AWS and the PGA Tour Are Changing Live Sports Technology 26:27

3d ago26:27

26:27

How do you capture every moment of a golf tournament spread across hundreds of acres, tens of thousands of shots, and dozens of players competing at the same time? That question sits at the heart of this conversation recorded at AWS re:Invent, where I sat down with Eric Hansen, VP of Product at the PGA Tour, and Elaine Chiasson, who leads the globa…

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OpenAI Launches GPT-5.2 After Google "Code Red" 10:48

8d ago10:48

10:48

In this episode, we break down OpenAI’s release of GPT-5.2 and why it’s being positioned as a direct response to Google’s internal “code red” over AI competition. In this episode, we explain what GPT-5.2 signals about the escalating AI arms race and how it could reshape the balance between the biggest players in the space. Get the top 40+ AI Models…

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3516: Twilio's Vision For AI First Engagement And The Rise Of Context Driven Interactions 28:37

5d ago28:37

28:37

How do you make sense of an industry that is changing at a pace few predicted, especially with SIGNAL London still fresh in our minds and Twilio unveiling the next stage of its vision for customer engagement? That question sits at the heart of today's conversation with Peter Bell, VP of Marketing for EMEA at Twilio, who joined me to unpack what the…

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Navigating AI: Insights from ProArch's Cloud Strategy Director 21:32

8d ago21:32

21:32

Join host Jaeden Schafer as he sits down with Jim Spignardo, Director of Cloud Strategy and AI at ProArch. Discover how Jim's expertise in cloud management and AI adoption is transforming businesses. From the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT to the importance of strategic implementation, this episode offers practical advice for organizations looking t…

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Aviation Cybersecurity with Serge Christiaans 49:55

5d ago49:55

49:55

Aviation cybersecurity is becoming an urgent priority as modern aircraft increasingly rely on complex digital systems for navigation, communication, and engine performance. These systems were once isolated but are now interconnected and vulnerable to cyber threats ranging from GPS spoofing to ransomware attacks on airline infrastructure. As nation-…

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Aviation Cybersecurity with Serge Christiaans 49:55

5d ago49:55

49:55

Aviation cybersecurity is becoming an urgent priority as modern aircraft increasingly rely on complex digital systems for navigation, communication, and engine performance. These systems were once isolated but are now interconnected and vulnerable to cyber threats ranging from GPS spoofing to ransomware attacks on airline infrastructure. As nation-…

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