Software Defined Talk Episode 533: It’s a Type 2 Kolache
Aug 15, 2025
Dive into the delicious world of kolaches as the hosts debate authentic Czech varieties versus their Texan twists. They serve up culinary pride with insights on popular local spots. Switching gears, the discussion then explores the unfolding AI landscape, focusing on the recent launch of GPT-5 and its mixed reception among users. The hosts also critique the stagnation of productivity tools and ponder the implications for tech enterprises. Expect a mix of humor, food culture, and tech evolution, all wrapped in engaging conversation.
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Central Texas Kolache Types
- Coté describes Texas kolaches as two regional types: a sweet "type two" and a savory "type one" with sausage and jalapeño.
- He compares dough texture to a croissant/white-bread hybrid and praises The Chek Stop as a must-stop in Central Texas.
What A Savory Kolache Really Is
- Coté explains the "type one" kolache is a closed, savory pig-in-a-blanket often with loose sausage and jalapeño.
- He contrasts Shipley's thinner sausage style with other central Texas vendors that use skinless extruded meat.
GPT‑5 Feels Like Marginal Progress
- Hosts feel GPT-5 shows marginal gains, suggesting diminishing returns for big-model upgrades.
- They compare current models to a smart but forgetful intern (useful but limited by short-term memory).
