220: Data Has Weight, Laws Have Teeth, Linux Has Jokes | Linux Out Loud 122

March 7th, 2026  |  1 hr 1 min

age verification, bsd, california ab 1043, colorado age verification law, cups, deskflow, first lego league, framework laptops, lego spike prime, linux, linux distributions, open source, printer server, privacy, robotics, steamos, surveillance, wayland, zigbee

In this episode of Linux Out Loud, Wendy, Nate, and Bill start in the server room and end up staring down new “for the children” age‑verification laws aimed squarely at your operating system. They talk through wrangling tablets and printers with CUPS, why Framework laptops keep surviving industrial abuse, and how Deskflow brings Synergy/Barrier‑style magic to Wayland setups. From there, they dig into the new FIRST LEGO League robotics kits and what might be lost when classroom‑friendly AI kits replace hands‑on engineering. Finally, they unpack California and Colorado’s OS‑level age‑verification bills, what “OS providers” really means, and why small Linux and BSD projects are already threatening to block entire states rather than bolt surveillance rails onto their distros.

217: Cloud RTX on Tux | Linux Out Loud 119

January 10th, 2026  |  47 mins 29 secs

bazzite, cloud gaming, davinci resolve, geforce now, gpu prices, handheld gaming, home lab, lenovo legion go, linux, linux gaming, linux out loud, nvidia, open source, proton, rtx, starlink, steam deck, subscription fatigue, synology nas, tuxdigital​, ubiquiti, ubuntu, unifi travel router

Cloud RTX on Tux | Linux Out Loud 119 digs into NVIDIA’s new native GeForce NOW client for Linux and Fire TV, and what cloud gaming means for folks with aging GPUs, handhelds, and serious subscription fatigue. ​ Bill and Wendy also chat staycation gaming, NAS and home-lab cleanup, Ubiquiti and travel routers, the DaVinci Speed Editor, and the tragic tale of tea spilled directly onto a Steam Deck.

216: Legacy Lights & Password Nights | Linux Out Loud 118

December 20th, 2025  |  54 mins 31 secs

backup strategy, bazite, christmas lights, christmas tech, commodore 64, community, cups, digital legacy, digital nomad, fedora, fyra labs, holiday episode, home assistant, home storage, iot, iot security, linux, linux gaming, linux out loud, linux printing, multifactor authentication, networking, nobara, nostalgia, open source, password management, raspberry pi, retro computing, smart bulbs, smart home, synology nas, tuxdigital​​, ubiquiti, zigbee

Linux Out Loud 118 is a cozy holiday episode where Wendy, Nate, and Bill mix Christmas chaos with serious tech talk and retro nostalgia. They cover Nate’s new Commodore 64 Ultimate and vintage trains, Bill’s story about recovering passwords after a colleague’s passing and planning digital legacy, plus NAS upgrades, Fedora-based gaming distros, Home Assistant smart homes, IoT security, and the ongoing adventure that is Linux printing.​

214: Big Endian, Big Problems | Linux Out Loud 116

October 11th, 2025  |  1 hr 7 mins

This week on Linux Out Loud, we're plugging into the source! We kick things off with a look at the wild world of robotics competitions, from the destructive Norwalk Havoc Robot League to updates on our local FLL and FTC teams. Then, we dive into a heated discussion on the great Endianness debate shaking up the RISC-V community and what the 90-10 rule means for kernel support. Plus, we've got updates on a retro 3D printing project, a pro tip for backing up your SSH keys, and a horror story about Nate's poor Commodore 64x.

213: The Networking Showdown | Linux Out Loud 115

September 20th, 2025  |  1 hr 37 mins

3d printing, 80s tech, crt monitor, flatpak, framework laptop, gaming, home lab, it challenges, lan party, linux out loud, linux podcast, lol 115, network troubleshooting, network ups tools, nut, open source, openwrt, opnsense, peplink, raspberry pi, retro tech, robot in 7 days, soft skills, synology, tech podcast, ubiquiti

This week on Linux Out Loud, the gang gets totally rad as they dial into the mainframe and get down to business! Nate and Bill go head-to-head in a network showdown, discussing the merits of building a custom, open-source network versus the "set it and forget it" convenience of prosumer gear. The team also tackles Nate's Framework Laptop firmware woes, Wendy's "Robot in 7 Days" build, and a deep dive into UPS power monitoring.

210: Teaching Time Lords: Open Source Lessons Across Space and Code | Linux Out Loud 112

June 28th, 2025  |  41 mins 54 secs

ai and coding, aleph one, chromebook management, doctor who, education technology, github, home assistant, linux, marathon trilogy, open source, phasmo, podcast, pybricks, robotics, tuxdigital

Wendy and Bill go full TARDIS in this episode of Linux Out Loud—sharing their robotics adventures, Bill’s vacation recap, curriculum-building with Pybricks, and tips on AI-powered coding. Plus: Phasmo breaks, Marathon makes a comeback, and the podcast hits Spotify video!

209: Open Source in Motion: Conferences, Creativity, and Community | Linux Out Loud 111

May 17th, 2025  |  1 hr 40 mins

ai in the home, cosmic desktop, courtshoe game, fedora, framework laptop, home assistant, kde plasma, linux, linux gaming, linux out loud, nas upcycling, open source, small business tech, solar power, sudo show, tech conferences, tech podcast, tuxdigital

This week on Linux Out Loud, Wendy is joined by Bill and Neal from the SUDO Show to share their latest open source adventures. From resurrecting old hardware to attending conferences, expanding solar setups, and testing the latest Linux desktops, the crew dives into the intersection of tech, creativity, and community.

206: Robots, Servers & 3D Printing Fails | Linux Out Loud 108

March 22nd, 2025  |  1 hr 20 mins

In Linux Out Loud 108, the crew goes live to support FTC Team 5026 Tesla Coils and FLL Team 53036 The Building Beasts as they gear up for competition! They dive into robotics, coding, 3D printing mishaps, Raspberry Pi projects, Home Assistant setups, and open-source goodness—all while having a blast with the community. Whether you love Linux, tinkering, or tech talk, this episode is packed with fun, insight, and robotics hype!

203: Retro Keyboards to Smart Home Wins | Linux Out Loud 105

January 11th, 2025  |  1 hr 10 mins

2025, 2025 predictions, 3d printing, appimages, community engagement, consumer computing, decluttering, editing challenge, fedora, flatpaks, gaming, home assistant, keyboard technology, led couch, nvidia, predictions, privacy, provisioning scripts, retail challenges, robotics, snaps, software installations, tech upgrades, technology trends, universal packages, voice assistants

In Linux Out Loud episode 105, the hosts look ahead to 2025 with big Linux hopes and smart tech ideas! Nate shows off his retro-inspired keyboard. Bill has an update on Home Assistant voice control, and the team debates universal packages like AppImages and Flatpaks. With off-topic laughs about Atari decanters and a tech purchase competition, it’s a lively blend of predictions, open-source fun, and a splash of RGB chaos!

202: Techie Tidings | Linux Out Loud 104

December 21st, 2024  |  54 mins 10 secs

3d printing, arcade cabinet, cad, cups server, equipment management, flatpaks, holiday tech, home lab, language learning, printer issues, printers, robotics, technology

In Linux Out Loud episode 104 the hosts dive into holiday cheer with festive projects, from electrifying Christmas displays to arcade cabinet builds. They tackle 3D printer challenges, explore CAD tools for custom projects, and share tips on cleaning up server rooms and managing printers. It’s a lively mix of problem-solving, creative tech, and Linux fun!

201: Backup or Bust | Linux Out Loud 103

December 8th, 2024  |  1 hr 35 mins

3d printing, archives, backup strategies, backups, cloud storage, community, data backup, data management, data recovery, data security, diy nas, docking stations, home automation, home lab, humor, it best practices, lessons learned, nas, note-taking, printer selection, prototyping, robotics, sensors, smart home, snapshotting, team collaboration, technical issues, technology, troubleshooting, zigbee

In Linux Out Loud episode 103, the hosts dive into backups and archiving, sharing tips on keeping your data safe with tools like Deja-Dup and rsync. From data security and printer repairs to smart tech and a Thunderbolt 4 dock debate, this episode is packed with practical advice, humor, and techy tales.

193: Tale of Two Laptops | Linux Out Loud 95

August 17th, 2024  |  51 mins 8 secs

3d printing, hardware, laptop

Episode 95 of Linux Out Loud dives into the experiences of using two different laptops. The hosts compare their quirks, strengths, and how each one fits into their Linux workflow. There’s a playful back-and-forth about the pros and cons of each machine, along with some unexpected challenges they faced. The episode is a blend of tech insights, personal anecdotes, and a bit of humor, making it an enjoyable listen for anyone interested in Linux and laptops.