The Anycast
by Matt Levine
The Anycast - powered by CacheFlyAbout The Anycast https://www.theanycast.com/about/The Anycast – powered by CacheFly celebrates the tech disruptors, digital pioneers, innovators, code warriors, and unconventional thinkers who refuse to conform to corporate norms. From the entrepreneurial rule-breakers, rule-makers, and rule-benders, reshaping the future with their boundless creativity to entertain and educate the world, to those charting a new course in the world of technology innovation.Our guests have one thing in common, they perceive and reimagine the world through a unique lens, breaking boundaries and pushing the limits of what's possible.About CacheFlyFor over two decades, since developing the world's first TCP-anycast based Content Delivery Network, CacheFly has been the only network built for throughput.From the first byte to the last byte, CacheFly delivers your files faster. While CacheFly is verifiably the fastest CDN on the planet, they are also a true partn
Episodes
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Replay - Building Startups from Scratch: An ISP Journey
How does early hands-on curiosity turn into building and scaling digital infrastructure? In this episode of The Anycast, we trace the journey from troubleshooting early Internet Service Providers (ISPs) as a high schooler to founding and leading startups that drive modern network automation. We…
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Replay: Bonus - Why AI is Revolutionizing Podcasting Today 🤖
This is a replay of a popular episode. Ever wondered how podcasting went from a niche technical hobby to a global industry? In this episode, we sit down with industry veterans to discuss two decades of podcasting history and explore where the medium is headed in the age of AI. 🎙️ We take a trip...
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Evaluate Your CDN by Its Cache Misses
Serving a cached file over a well-connected edge is not the same challenge as fetching fresh content from origin. The discussion argues that CDN evaluation often underweights this distinction, even though cache misses can contribute to rebuffering and bitrate issues. Live video makes that...
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Beyond the Dashboard: Unlocking True Observability with Real Logs
We dive deep into the often-misunderstood relationship between dashboards and logs when it comes to understanding and optimizing system performance. While dashboards provide a quick glance at "what" is happening, it's the humble log that truly reveals the "why." Discover why logs are not just a...
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CDN: Build vs. Buy? Unparalleled Control at the Edge?
We dive deep into the perennial "build vs. buy" dilemma for Content Delivery Networks (CDNs), a debate that continues to evolve. While many assume financial savings are the primary motivation for building a custom CDN, we reveal that the true, underlying driver is almost always the desire for...
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Media Over QUIC (MoQ) — What Sub-Second Streaming Requires And The Tradeoffs Involved
Discover why Media over QUIC (MoQ) is the most exciting development in the streaming industry since HLS. We explore how this community-driven protocol is set to revolutionize live video by bridging the gap between ultra-low latency and massive global scalability. 🚀 For the first time in years…
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Replay - Leo Laporte ICYMI
In this replay episode of The Anycast, host Matt sits down with broadcasting and tech-podcasting pioneer Leo Laporte. Leo reflects on his nearly 50-year career in media—from his early days in radio and TechTV to founding the TWiT (This Week in Tech) network two decades ago. The conversation dives...
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MoQ vs. WebRTC: Crossing the Real-Time Communication Chasm
Welcome to The Anycast! In this QuickCast episode, we dive deep into one of the most compelling debates in real-time communication today: MoQ vs. WebRTC. Our hosts explore the current state and future trajectory of these two powerful technologies, examining why one dominates production…
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DRM Unveiled: From Taboo to Strategic Imperative
Digital Rights Management (DRM), once whispered like a taboo 'four-letter word,' has undergone a remarkable transformation. In this QuickCast, we pull back the curtain on how DRM, historically met with hesitation, is now openly embraced as a critical component of content strategy, encompassing...
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Multi-CDN Exposed: Why Your 'Redundancy' Isn't Real
Often touted as the ultimate insurance policy against outages, multi-CDNs can lull businesses into a false sense of security. In this QuickCast, we pull back the curtain on the hidden dangers and often-overlooked realities of multi-CDN deployments. While the promise is seamless recovery, the...
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Network Lies: Why Proximity Doesn't Mean Speed
Let's tackle a common misconception: that physical proximity to a server guarantees instant content delivery. This episode reveals that network connectivity is rarely a straight line, with data often traversing many indirect miles. We explore a compelling real-world example – a surprising…
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Cloud Accountability Crisis: Why Tech Buyers Still Fear the Cloud
In this QuickCast, the crucial but often overlooked aspect of vendor-client relationships: accountability. While vendors typically focus on delivering better technology, buyers' true desire lies in clear accountability when things go wrong. The episode explores how modern, distributed systems,...
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Master Your CDN: The Edge Cache Advantage
This QuickCast kicks off with a relatable observation: every significant process, from a home renovation to complex system overhauls, has a challenging "middle" phase where everything seems to go wrong. Transitioning to network infrastructure, the discussion hones in on strategies to optimize...
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Unlock Full Session Visibility with Media Tracing
This QuickCast dives into the innovative concept of Media Tracing, a new standard championed by CTA Wave. Discover how this proposal aims to revolutionize session monitoring by enabling comprehensive, end-to-end visibility of a single session across the entire media delivery stack, from…
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Are Your CDN Metrics Lying To You?
Episode Summary This QuickCast dives deep into the deceptive nature of common CDN performance metrics, particularly the 'cache hit rate'. Hosts discuss why a seemingly impressive cache hit rate can obscure significant underlying issues, leading to unexpected costs and customer headaches. Discover...
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ICYMI - Multi-CDN and The Chaos Of Global Streaming, with Simon Ouderkirk
In Case You Missed It… Ever wondered what it takes to stream content to 200 million people across seven continents? In this episode of the Anycast, we dive deep into the world of high-scale infrastructure and multi-CDN strategy with Simon Ouderkirk from Hydraulics. Join us as we explore the…
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Multi-CDN and The Chaos Of Global Streaming, with Simon Ouderkirk
Matt Levine chats with Simon Ouderkirk, the VP of Product at Hydrolix, a streaming data lake built for log-intensive workloads that combines real-time and historical analytics at massive scale. They explore the hidden complexity of global content delivery, from multi-CDN architectures to the...
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Anycast season 3 episode 6 trailer with Simon Ouderkirk
Full episode launches on June 4
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ICYMI - From WebRTC to MOQ: Real-Time Media Streaming Explained, with Chris Allen
In Case You Missed It… Discover the journey of Chris Allen, the musician-turned-tech pioneer who co-founded Red5. From reverse-engineering Flash protocols to leading the charge in real-time video, this episode dives deep into the future of interactive streaming and the rise of AI in media. In…
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From WebRTC to MOQ: Real-Time Media Streaming Explained, with Chris Allen
Matt Levine chats with Chris Allen about the fast-moving world of streaming technology, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to survive in an industry that never stops changing. They discuss the hard lessons of building products, the shift from software licensing to SaaS, why launching…
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Anycast season 3 episode 5 trailer with Chris Allen
Full episode launches on May 14
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ICYMI - The Real Cost of Piracy—and How Digital Rights Management Fixes It, with Olga Kornienko
In Case You Missed It… In this episode, we sit down with Olga Kornienko, COO and Co-Founder of EZDRM, to discuss the evolving landscape of content protection and streaming security. As publishers deliver higher-quality premium streams, digital pirates are developing increasingly sophisticated...
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The Real Cost of Piracy—and How Digital Rights Management Fixes It, with Olga Kornienko
Matt Levine chats with Olga Kornienko, the CEO and Co-Founder of EZDRM, a leading provider of video security services and digital rights management (DRM) for the global streaming industry. They discuss the evolution of video security over the past 23 years, the rising importance of protecting...
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Anycast season 3 episode 4 trailer with Olga Kornienko
Full episode launches on April 23
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ICYMI - Creating Videos That Stand Out in an AI-Driven World with Luria Petrucci
In Case You Missed It… Matt Levine sits down with Luria Petrucci, a true pioneer of the "live" web. From her early days as Cali Lewis on GeekBrief.tv to her current role as co-founder of Live Streaming Pros, Luria has spent nearly two decades at the forefront of video content creation. The two...
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Creating Videos That Stand Out in an AI-Driven World with Luria Petrucci
Matt Levine chats with Luria Petrucci, video expert and Founder of Live Streaming Pros. They discuss how video has evolved from complex, high-barrier production to instant, app-based broadcasting, and what it really takes to stand out today. She shares insights on authenticity versus perfection,...
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Anycast season 3 episode 3 trailer with Luria Petrucci
Full episode launches on April 2
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ICYMI - The Future of Content Delivery Networks and Streaming QoE, with Jason Thibeault
In Case You Missed It… Matt Levine sits down with Jason Thibeault, Executive Director of the Streaming Video Technology Alliance (SVTA). Jason shares his journey from the "dot-bomb" era to leading one of the industry's most influential technical bodies. The two dive into the current state of...
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The Future of Content Delivery Networks and Streaming QoE, with Jason Thibeault
Matt Levine chats with Jason Thibeault, the Executive Director of the Streaming Video Technology Alliance, a global consortium of companies working to shape the future of online video. They discuss why CDN performance issues persist even as edge delivery improves, and how blind spots in the…
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Anycast season 3 episode 2 trailer with Jason Thibeault
Full episode launches on March 12
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ICYMI - Content Delivery and the Future of Media Broadcasting, with Vince Taisipic
In Case You Missed It… Matt Levine sits down with industry veteran Vince Taisipic (Business Solutions & Innovation Strategist) to tackle a question that surfaces every few years: Is this finally the year Peer-to-Peer (P2P) technology takes over for traditional CDNs? Vince draws on his experience...
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Content Delivery and the Future of Media Broadcasting, with Vince Taisipic
Matt Levine chats with Vince Taisipic to discuss all things CDN streaming and the realities behind how content is delivered at scale. They discuss where traditional CDNs still excel, why newer approaches like peer-to-peer and open caching struggle with adoption, and how buyers actually evaluate...
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Anycast season 3 episode 1 trailer with Vince Taisipic
Full episode launches on February 19
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The Anycast season 3 launches February 12
We are excited to announce the launch of season 3 of The Anycast. This season includes insightful interviews with guests including Vince Taisipic, Jason Thibeault, Olga Kornienko, and Luria Petrucci...plus more!
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Bonus - Why Relationships Define Success in Tech 🚀
Discover why building strong relationships is the cornerstone of success in the tech industry! 🚀 In this insightful episode, we dive into how connections with vendors, teams, and partners can make or break your momentum. From navigating complex systems to adapting to evolving team dynamics, the...
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Bonus - Life Lessons for Winning in Business
Learn how life experiences can sharpen your business skills in this insightful episode of The Anycast. Dive into lessons on patience, decision making, and people reading that translate directly to successful leadership and entrepreneurship. Key takeaways include: How poker teaches patience and...
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Bonus - Building Startups from Scratch: An ISP Journey
Explore how curiosity and determination can lead to entrepreneurial success. This takes you through inspiring journeys, one starting as a high schooler fascinated by ISPs to founding impactful startups that shape the future of network automation and digital infrastructure. Key takeaways include:...
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Bonus - The Truth About Edge Computing 🧠
Discover why the edge is more than just a buzzword and how it impacts modern cloud networking, latency, and throughput. Whether you're curious about real-time apps or the evolving relationship between the cloud and edge, this discussion breaks it all down. Key topics include: Exploring what…
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Bonus - Cloud Computing: The Green and Red Flags 🚩
Discover the key insights into navigating cloud adoption, avoiding pitfalls, and identifying opportunities. This episode dives into: Why the cloud rose to prominence and its evolving role in business operations. Green flags: Seasonal scalability, hybrid solutions, and aligning cloud use with...
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Bonus - From Chaos to Innovation: Lessons in Tech Pivots
Discover how chaos sparks innovation in this insightful exploration of tech pivots. Featuring lessons from industry leaders, this episode dives into the challenges, strategies, and breakthroughs that define successful pivots in the tech world. Whether you're building dynamic applications or...
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Bonus - Why Most Podcasts Fail: The Joe Rogan Myth
Why you'll never be Joe Rogan—and why that's completely okay. This video offers expert insights into navigating the podcasting industry and setting realistic expectations for content creation. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your strategy, this discussion covers key lessons...
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Bonus - Ethical AI For Responsible Podcast Creation
Discover how to navigate the podcasting industry responsibly with insights on "Ethical AI For Responsible Podcast Creation." This episode explores evolving trends in AI, its role in enhancing content creation, and the balance between leveraging technology and preserving authenticity. Key…
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Bonus - Why AI is Revolutionizing Podcasting Today 🤖
Discover how podcasting transformed over two decades in "Why Podcasting Changed Forever in 20 Years 🎙️." This episode dives into the evolution of podcasting, from its humble beginnings to its current landscape shaped by technology, AI, and shifting audience dynamics. Whether you're navigating…
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Bonus - AI Tools: Revolutionizing Creativity or Killing Jobs?
Are AI tools revolutionizing creativity or threatening jobs? This episode of the Anycast podcast dives into the growing impact of AI in podcasting, content creation, and beyond, exploring its potential to transform the way creators work and innovate. With expert insights, the discussion unpacks…
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Bonus - Can AI Really Replace Content Creators? 🤖
Can AI really replace content creators, or is it simply a tool to enhance their creativity? 🤖 This episode dives into the evolving role of artificial intelligence in podcasting and digital content creation, exploring how creators can use AI tools effectively while staying authentic and connected...
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Bonus - Build Community, Not Just an Audience 🧑🤝🧑
Discover why building a community is more impactful than simply growing an audience in this insightful episode of the Anycast podcast. With expert insights into navigating the podcasting industry, this discussion breaks down how to create genuine, lasting connections with your listeners while...
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ICYMI - 20 Years at the Edge of Tech and Audio with Leo Laporte
In Case You Missed It… Legendary tech guru and podcasting pioneer Leo Laporte graces our show, bringing his wealth of experience from a storied career that kicked off in the radio waves of 1976. In an engaging conversation, Leo recounts his transition from a beloved radio tech expert to a...
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20 Years at the Edge of Tech and Audio with Leo Laporte
Matt Levine chats with Leo Laporte, a podcasting legend and founder of TWiT.tv, an Internet podcast network focusing on technology. They discuss the early days of podcasting, how tech media has shifted, and what it takes to stay relevant when trends change overnight. Learn how to grow a podcast...
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Anycast season 2 episode 14 trailer with Leo Laporte
Full episode launches on July 17
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ICYMI - Protect What You're Building: Podcasting Smarter with Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer
In Case You Missed It… Gordon Firemark, the esteemed podcast lawyer, joins us for an enlightening discussion on the ever-evolving podcasting industry. Gordon's journey from a mere podcast enthusiast to hosting his own show, "Entertainment Law Update," offers a fascinating backdrop to our...
About this show
The Anycast - powered by CacheFlyAbout The Anycast https://www.theanycast.com/about/The Anycast – powered by CacheFly celebrates the tech disruptors, digital pioneers, innovators, code warriors, and unconventional thinkers who refuse to conform to corporate norms. From the entrepreneurial rule-breakers, rule-makers, and rule-benders, reshaping the future with their boundless creativity to entertain and educate the world, to those charting a new course in the world of technology innovation.Our guests have one thing in common, they perceive and reimagine the world through a unique lens, breaking boundaries and pushing the limits of what's possible.About CacheFlyFor over two decades, since developing the world's first TCP-anycast based Content Delivery Network, CacheFly has been the only network built for throughput.From the first byte to the last byte, CacheFly delivers your files faster. While CacheFly is verifiably the fastest CDN on the planet, they are also a true partn
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