Brian Gracely, a cloud and AI commentator; Aaron Delp, a cloud industry analyst; and Brandon Whichard, a tech news expert, dive into July 2024's cloud and AI happenings. They discuss the chaotic impact of CrowdStrike's outage and legal troubles with Delta Airlines, as well as challenges in chip manufacturing with Intel. The trio also explores the optimism in emerging tech job opportunities, AI's genuine impact versus hype, and strategies for navigating current political and professional uncertainties.

Brandon Whichard, a guest co-host and cloud & AI expert, joins the conversation as they dissect the latest developments in cloud technology. They delve into the groundbreaking DeepSeek model and its potential disruptions across industries. The discussion also covers the contrasting AI strategies of the U.S. and China, alongside corporate spending trends and Broadcom’s new long-term contracts. With humor, they reflect on the mediocrity of some tech success stories, and touch on TikTok's cultural influence within the cloud landscape.

Brian Gracely, Aaron Delp, and Brandon Whichard dive into the biggest cloud and AI stories from September 2024. They discuss the mixed results of AI regulation and OpenAI's financial struggles, revealing only three of its original founders remain. Excitingly, Google is debuting new AI tools, prompting Aaron to reconsider his search choices. The conversation also covers Intel's unexpected surge in cloud computing and the resurgence of infrastructure as code fueled by AI advancements, showcasing the tech landscape's dynamic shifts.

Brandon Whichard, an expert in cloud and AI, joins the hosts to dive deep into the cloud and AI landscape of November 2024. They discuss Pat Gelsinger's recent departure from Intel and what it means for the industry. The conversation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by tech giants like Microsoft in innovation amid legislative scrutiny. They also analyze the latest AI advancements, balancing excitement with realism, and explore emerging trends in cybersecurity. Expect insights into future AI offerings and reflections on AWS marketing strategies!

Brandon Whichard, co-host from Software Defined Talk, brings his cloud and AI expertise to discuss the latest trends. They humorously analyze the intersection of tech and politics during election season, spotlighting major cloud competitors like Google, Microsoft, and AWS. The duo delves into the complexities of AI investment, highlighting concerns over sustainability and the high stakes of venture capital. They also explore the potential of AI tools for summarizing podcasts, while pondering their own podcast identity in this tech-driven landscape.