The 'Distributed Deep Dive' video interview series is a new initiative by Ably Realtime aimed at sharing knowledge and best practices about distributed systems, an area considered critical for platform-as-a-service (PaaS) offerings. The series features interviews with experienced engineers who share their experiences, challenges, and lessons learned while working with distributed systems. Interviews are hosted on the company's YouTube channel and transcripts are also available. Viewers can participate by commenting on videos or blog posts, or reaching out to Ably Realtime directly for more private discussions. The first episode features an interview with Paul Nordstrom, an expert in system architecture with experience at companies like Google, Amazon, and OfferUp.