Linux Out Loud - Episodes Tagged with “Ubuntu”

217: Cloud RTX on Tux | Linux Out Loud 119

Linux Out Loud — Sat, 10 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0700

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.

Show Links:
Main topic – GeForce NOW on Linux and Fire TV:

NVIDIA GeForce NOW CES 2026 announcement (Linux + Fire TV): https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-ces-2026/ Gaming & distros mentioned:
Bazzite (Fedora-based gaming OS): https://bazzite.gg Home lab / networking / travel:
Synology DiskStation DS1825+ (Bill’s NAS): https://nascompares.com/2025/05/07/synology-ds1825-nas-released-in-the-east/
UniFi Travel Router (UTR): https://store.ui.com/us/en/category/wifi-special-devices/products/utr Special Guest: Bill.

198: Rage Buys & Retro Vibes: 100 Episodes Strong | Linux Out Loud 100

Linux Out Loud — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0600

In Linux Out Loud episode 100, the hosts celebrate with a lively mix of tech talk, from Nate’s six-monitor setup to Matt’s new laptop rage buy. Wendy dives into distro hopping, sharing the ups and downs of different Linux distros. They reminisce about the playful, whimsical side of old-school tech and explore how modern tech has changed. It’s a fun blend of nostalgia, practical tips, and celebration for this milestone episode!

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-100/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

192: Love-Hate Relationships in Linux Land | Linux Out Loud 94

Linux Out Loud — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0600

In this episode of Linux Out Loud, the hosts dive into the often contentious topic of how people react to corporate contributions to Linux. Despite the significant support corporations provide to the Linux ecosystem, many users still harbor frustration and anger towards them. The hosts discuss the reasons behind this paradox, share their own perspectives, and explore how these contributions shape the future of Linux. Tune in for an engaging conversation that sheds light on the complex relationship between the open-source community and corporate entities.

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-94/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

175: More Matt Enablement | Linux Out Loud 78

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0700

In episode 78, Wendy shares exciting robotics news and her quest for better audio quality in video presentations. We talked about the cost of audio setups and our robotics team's expansion. Nate also touches on topics like his experiences at the Ubuntu Summit, video editing in Linux, and the highly anticipated Steam Deck. Tune in for a lively conversation mixing lighthearted banter and insightful information.

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-78/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

154: Projects Gone Bye | Linux Out Loud 57

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 06:30:00 -0600

This week, Linux Out Loud chats about past projects they miss.

Welcome to episode 57 of Linux Out Loud. We fired up our mics, connected those headphones as we searched the community for themes to expound upon. We kept the banter friendly, the conversation somewhat on topic, and had fun doing it.

00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:31 Elitebook Failure
00:05:00 Atari VCS Review
00:11:35 Robotics Update
00:17:57 Projects Gone Bye
00:40:40 Framework Laptop
00:47:16 Cleaned PS3
00:51:53 New Build
00:58:46 Close

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-57/

Our sponsor:

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

145: From the Ashes | Linux Out Loud 49

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0700

This week, Linux Out Loud chats about open source projects rising from the ashes.

Welcome to episode 49 of Linux Out Loud. We fired up our mics, connected those headphones as we searched the community for themes to expound upon. We kept the banter friendly, the conversation somewhat on topic, and had fun doing it.

00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:25 2K Webcam
00:06:20 State Prep
00:13:60 LXDE on TheC64
00:21:54 From the Ashes
00:40:19 Game of the Week
00:45:36 3D Printer Upgrades
00:56:20 SteamDeck Screen
00:59:39 Close

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-49/

Our sponsor:

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

127: The Gaming Distro | Linux Out Loud

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0600

This week, Linux Out Loud chats about Linux gaming distros.

Welcome to episode 31 of Linux Out Loud. We fired up our mics, connected those headphones as we searched the community for themes to expound upon. We kept the banter friendly, the conversation somewhat on topic, and had fun doing it.

00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:10 Major Appliance Problems
00:06:50 Silent Hill
00:11:15 USB controller for TheC64
00:18:56 The Gaming Distro
00:42:53 Game of the Week
00:47:00 Spike Update
00:56:36 Fence Building
01:00:08 Close

Join in the chat on the Discourse forum here: https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/the-gaming-distro-linux-out-loud-31/5479

Main Topic

Ubuntu Budgie
- https://ubuntubudgie.org/
Chimera OS
- https://chimeraos.org/
Regata
- https://www.regataos.com/
Nobara Project
- https://nobaraproject.org/

Wendy

Sctach Code for Gyro Straight
- https://youtu.be/OOyjfuYgLqc

Nate

PETSCII Robots Game using SNES-like USB controller for TheC64
- http://retrogames.biz/
- https://cubiclenate.com/2022/09/13/petscii-robots-on-thec64-maxi-or-mini-with-a-snes-controller/

Matt

Game of the Week
- https://store.steampowered.com/app/954740/Terminator_Resistance/

Our sponsors:

Digital Ocean
- http://do.co/tux2022
Bitwarden
- http://bitwarden.com/tux

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattGameSphere)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

124: New Digital Divide | Linux Out Loud

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0600

This week, Linux Out Loud chats about how lack of ISP choice in rural areas and how it is causing a new digital divide.

Welcome to episode 29 of Linux Out Loud. We fired up our mics, connected those headphones as we searched the community for themes to expound upon. We kept the banter friendly, the conversation somewhat on topic, and had fun doing it.

00:00 Introduction
01:05 On the Switch
03:50 Old Install
07:36 Ubuntu Summit
17:18 New Digital Divide
38:30 Game of the Week
43:23 Cubical Labs
45:47 Syncthing
52:08 Close

Join in the chat on the Discourse forum here: https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/new-digital-divide-linux-out-loud-29/5433

Matt

Game of the Week
- https://gog.com/en/game/prince_of_persia

Wendy

Ubuntu Summit
- https://summit.ubuntu.com/
Syncthing
- https://syncthing.net/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattGameSphere)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

108: Distro of the Fledgling | Linux Out Loud

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 11 May 2022 05:00:00 -0600

This week, Linux Out Loud chats about what makes a good beginner-friendly Linux Distro.

Welcome to episode 13 of Linux Out Loud. We fired up our mics, connected those headphones as we searched the community for themes to expound upon. We kept the banter friendly, the conversation somewhat on topic, and had fun doing it.

00:00 Introduction
00:52 Contact Update
03:21 Homebank
06:27 Skrooge
12:05 One Size Fits All
37:56 Wendy's 3D Printer Update
49:40 Game of the Week
52:26 Solar Update
55:50 Close

Join in the chat on the Discourse forum here: https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/distro-of-the-fledgling-linux-out-loud-13/5157

Matt

Homebank
- http://homebank.free.fr/en
Game of the Week
- https://store.steampowered.com/app/560130/Pillars_of_Eternity_II_Deadfire/

Nate

Skrooge
- https://skrooge.org/

Upcoming Events

Game Shpere 24 hour Charity Livestream
- Monday, June 20, 2022 through Tuesday, June 21, 2022
  - Starts 9:00 AM EDT / 1:00 PM UTC
- Charity
  - CURE Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy
  - https://www.cureepilepsy.org/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattGameSphere)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

106: Surprise Purchase | Linux Out Loud

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0600

This week, Linux Out Loud chats about a community opinion piece by Profetik.

Welcome to episode 11 of Linux Out Loud. We fired up our mics, connected those headphones as we searched the community for themes to expound upon. We kept the banter friendly, the conversation somewhat on topic, and had fun doing it.

00:00 Introduction
01:09 24 hour Charity Livestream
05:57 LRCNC Update
08:59 Bendy Replay
16:32 Linux Desktop by Profetik
31:24 Surprise Purchase
32:00 Desktop Inputs
40:01 Game of the Week
44:16 Fidget Button Update
46:53 Librivox
51:36 Close

Join in the chat on the Discourse forum here:

Main Topic

https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/is-desktop-linux-on-borrowed-time-opinion-piece/5062

Matt

Game of the Week
- https://store.steampowered.com/app/532840/CAYNE/

Nate

Community Feedback on CNC
- https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/is-desktop-linux-on-borrowed-time-opinion-piece/5062
3D Printing for Kids
- https://www.printables.com/model/137125-snappy-fidget-button

Wendy

Bendy and the Ink Machine
https://store.steampowered.com/app/622650/Bendy_and_the_Ink_Machine/
Librivox
https://librivox.org/

Upcoming Events

Game Shpere 24 hour Charity Livestream
- Monday, June 20, 2022 through Tuesday, June 21, 2022
  - Starts 9:00 AM EDT / 1:00 PM UTC
- Charity
  - CURE Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy
  - https://www.cureepilepsy.org/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattGameSphere)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

103: Spring Time Betas | Linux Out Loud

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0600

This week, Linux Out Loud chats about the distro betas in the spring air.

Welcome to episode 08 of Linux Out Loud. We fired up our mics, connected those headphones as we searched the community for themes to expound upon. We kept the banter friendly, the conversation somewhat on topic, and had fun doing it.

00:00 Introduction
02:42 Linux Saloon Early Edition
06:06 Fedora in a Surface Pro 6
17:53 Spring Time Betas
32:51 Imposter Update
38:38 Spike on VS Code
45:35 Close

Main Topic

OpenSUSE
- https://news.opensuse.org/2022/03/02/leap-reaches-beta-build-phase/
Linux Mint
- https://linuxmint.com/rel_elsie.php
Armbian 22.02
- https://www.armbian.com/newsflash/armbian-22-02-pig-release-announcement/
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
- https://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=Ubuntu-22.04-NV-Wayland

Join in the chat on the Discourse forum here: https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/spring-time-betas-linux-out-loud-08/5033

Nate

Linux Saloon Early Edition
- https://youtu.be/9rw-Mf06Ois

Wendy

Fedora 35
https://getfedora.org/
Coding the Robot
- Visual Studio Code
  - https://code.visualstudio.com/
- Extention
  - https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=PeterStaev.lego-spikeprime-mindstorms-vscode

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattGameSphere)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

101: Going Repo Crazy | Linux Out Loud

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0600

This week, Linux Out Loud chats about 3rd party repos.

Welcome to episode 06 of Linux Out Loud. We fired up our mics, connected those headphones as we searched the community for themes to expound upon. We kept the banter friendly, the conversation somewhat on topic, and had fun doing it.

00:00 Introduction
01:10 Game Sphere Update
03:45 Pi 400 + OpenSUSE
06:11 Open Source Diabetes
12:15 3rd Party Repos
32:26 Game of the Week
34:46 The 90's
37:06 Hearing Aids
42:55 Nate's Preorder
44:33 Close

Matt

Game of the Week
- https://store.steampowered.com/app/525040/The_Disney_Afternoon_Collection/

Nate

openSUSE on Pi400
https://youtu.be/SAGneHELh7s

Wendy

Controlling Diabetes with OpenSource
- https://www.tidepool.org/open
Open source hearing aids
- https://opensource.com/article/18/7/open-hearing-aid-platform
- https://shop.tympan.org/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattGameSphere)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

94: Taking the Contribution Plunge | DLN Xtend

Linux Out Loud — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0700

On this episode of DLN Xtend we discuss some open source projects to which we have personally contributed.

Welcome to episode 94 of DLN Xtend. DLN Xtend is a community powered podcast. We take conversations from the DLN Community from places like the DLN Discourse Forums, Telegram group, Discord server and more. We also take topics from other shows around the network to give our takes.

00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:09 Co-op Classes
00:10:20 iPad Troubles
00:15:25 Multimedia Codec on openSUSE
00:19:28 Taking the Contribution Plunge
00:47:57 Game of the Week
00:52:35 Camera Corner Feedback
00:56:36 HP Down
01:02:41 Time to Vote
01:02:56 Close
01:03:43 Extra

Matt

G.I. Joe: Operation Blackout - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1432220/GI_Joe_Operation_Blackout/

Wendy

Camera Corner
- https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/wendys-camera-corner/4740
Rapid Photo of DL
- https://youtu.be/MleSPnyvugs?t=3273

Nate

openSUSE Multimedia Codecs Installation Video
- https://youtu.be/7weBCq2r9Ec

Community Powered Logo Contest

Vote Now!
- https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/time-to-vote-linux-out-loud-logo/4800

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattDLN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

65: Musing About Audacity | DLN Xtend

Linux Out Loud — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -0600

On this episode of DLN Xtend we discuss the musings that have been going on in the community about Audacity.

Welcome to episode 65 of DLN Xtend. DLN Xtend is a community powered podcast. We take conversations from the DLN Community from places like the DLN Discourse Forums, Telegram group, Discord server and more. We also take topics from other shows around the network to give our takes.

00:00 Introductions
07:09 Topic- Muse Group and Audacity
30:40 Host Related Interest
42:26 Wrap Up
43:18 Extras

Host Related Interest Links

Wendy- Darktable 3.6

Nate- Moving Sucks... Internet provider struggles

Matt- Battletech

https://store.steampowered.com/app/637090/BATTLETECH/
Live DLN Xtend on 18th 11:00 AM EST / 3:00 PM UTC
LUG and Game Fest on Aug 22nd 3:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM UTC

Join us in the DLN Community:
Discourse: https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/
Telegram: https://destinationlinux.org/telegram
Mumble: https://destinationlinux.network/mumble/
Discord: https://destinationlinux.org/discord servers to continue the discussion!

Contact info:
Matt (Twitter @MattDLN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN@mastodon.online)
Nate (cubiclenate.com)

64: Excitement Around Distro Releases | DLN Xtend

Linux Out Loud — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0600

On this episode of DLN Xtend we discuss if there is excitement around new distro releases.

Welcome to episode 64 of DLN Xtend. DLN Xtend is a community powered podcast. We take conversations from the DLN Community from places like the DLN Discourse Forums, Telegram group, Discord server and more. We also take topics from other shows around the network to give our takes.

00:00 Introductions
06:16 Topic- excitement around new distro releases
25:07 Host Related Interest
35:42 Wrap Up
36:38 Extras

Host Related Interest Links

Nate-Just discovered a whole new treaure trove of Commodore 64 games

Steel ranger (like Metroid) http://www.psytronik.net/newsite/index.php/c64/95-steelranger
Lost in Atlantis (puzzle platformer)
Knight N Grail (action platformer
Shadow over Hawksmill (horror puzzle platformer)
Sword of Helja https://twitter.com/SarahJaneAvory

Wendy- Edited to reflect new dates

Mailfence correction
DLN Extended post show on the 11th of July
Live DLN Xtend on 18th
LUG and Game Fest on Aug 22nd

Contact info:
Matt (Twitter @MattDLN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN@mastodon.online)
Nate (cubiclenate.com)

44: Giving Love to Underratted Parts of Linux | DLN Xtend

Linux Out Loud — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 22:30:00 -0700

In this episode of DLN Xtend, we focus on the parts of the Linux desktop that don't get enough community love.

Welcome to episode 44 of DLN Xtend. DLN Xtend is a community-powered podcast. We take conversations from the DLN Community from places like the DLN Discourse Forums, Telegram group, Discord server, and more. We also take topics from other shows around the network to give our takes.

00:00 Introductions
13:42 Underratted Parts of Linux
33:10 Host Related Interests
43:22 Wrap Up

Host Related

Nate - Dimensia friendly, Arduino powered media player

Matt- Strider https://store.steampowered.com/app/235210/STRIDER/

Wendy- Contribute to Darktable https://www.darktable.org/development/
https://pixls.us/articles/how-to-create-camera-noise-profiles-for-darktable/

Contact info:
Matt (Twitter @MattDLN)
Wendy (DestinationLinux.Network)
Nate (cubiclenate.com)

43: Ubuntu's Contributions to Linux | DLN Xtend

Linux Out Loud — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:00:00 -0700

On this episode of DLN Xtend we talk about what Ubuntu’s contributions to Linux have been.

Welcome to episode 43 of DLN Xtend. DLN Xtend is a community-powered podcast. We take conversations from the DLN Community from places like the DLN Discourse Forums, Telegram group, Discord server, and more. We also take topics from other shows around the network to give our takes.

00:00 Introductions
09:36 Ubuntu's Contributions to Linux
29:35 Host Related Interests
38:00 Wrap Up

Host Related

Nate - Looking for a new truck bed for my Ford F350

Matt- Persona 4 Arena (PS3)

Contact info:
Matt (Twitter @MattDLN)
Wendy (DestinationLinux.Network)
Nate (cubiclenate.com)