All Jupiter Broadcasting Shows
Every potential audio release of a Jupiter Broadcasting production is published here. Each show also has its own feed. This feed aggregates all shows from the network.
Episodes
Apple Moves In | The Launch ๐ 88
Apple wants to take over your smart home, and we're breaking down what it gets right, what it gets wrong, and whether it's worth letting Apple move in.
Eyes on Deck | LINUX Unplugged 688
We've turned our Steam Deck into a security monitoring system; Monitor your property, identify people, pets, and vehicles with detailed daily intelligence briefings. All local.
While Iโm Gone | The Launch ๐ 87
Chris tells an IT war story about the time one vacation email revealed an entire company held together by flaky drives, secret download links, and one guyโs brain.
Linux by Proxy | LINUX Unplugged 687
Millions of people may already be using Linux by proxy, so we went digging through their strange little cloud desktops to see if we can turn them into servers.
Clanker Therapy 2: What We Have Been Building | Jupiter Extras 94
Weโve spent months talking about agents, automation, self-hosting, and new ways of working with AI.
Web Browser? I hardly Know 'er! | The Launch ๐ 86
Give an agent a browser, and suddenly it can do a lot more than search the web. We dig into Playwright, what that unlocks, and why it matters for Clanker Therapy 2.
Stop Desktop Slop | LINUX Unplugged 686
KDEโs fight over AI generated code explodes at exactly the moment Plasma is making some of its biggest changes in years.
Irregular Test Results | The Launch ๐ 85
The AI hacking panic gets a lot less impressive once the real details start coming out.
Pool Party | LINUX Unplugged 685
We're turning our spare, scattered storage into one giant network drive. Good idea? Maybe.
My Last Quest | The Launch ๐ 84
I turn the Quest 3 into a spatial workstation, wire it into my AI agents, and discover one trick the Valve Frame should steal.
You Ain't Ready For This Jelly | LINUX Unplugged 684
We rebuild our media stack around Jellyfin 12, survive a major upgrade, and add self-hosted tools that make sharing with family and friends much better.
AGI My Ass(tra) | The Launch ๐ 83
Three of the biggest AI stories of the year landed at once. Somehow, everyone is excited about the wrong one.
Website Speedrun | LINUX Unplugged 683
Brent has two hours to build a great website, and the solution he finds feels more like a Linux tool than a modern web framework. Naturally, Wes takes it too far.
Apple Ternover | The Launch ๐ 82
Tim Cook is Fully Cooked, Apple hands the keys to a hardware guy, and the companyโs next era starts with one very big AI problem.
Oops! All Shells! | LINUX Unplugged 682
Quickshell is rising, and bringing with it a new wave of customizable Linux desktops, community-built plugins, and serious funding.
Not In My Back Yard | The Launch ๐ 81
Everyone loves their tech, but now that the infrastructure is showing up, nobody wants it next door.
Ainโt Nothing But a Syncthing | LINUX Unplugged 681
Syncthing saves the day in an unexpected way, and we dig into whatโs new in Linux 7.2.
All Hail Voicemail | The Launch ๐ 80
Your projects, problems, discoveries, and questionable decisions take center stage as we dig into a stack of listener voicemails.
Go Hack Yourself | LINUX Unplugged 680
We turn HexStrikeโs red team agents loose on our systems, as OpenSSH warns that AI-assisted bug hunting is already changing the security race.
Minimaxxing | The Launch ๐ 79
Starlink Mini promises to kill the deadzone, but the real story is in the tradeoffs, hidden details, and the places where it works better than you'd expect.
The Last Shutdown | LINUX Unplugged 679
An old Linux box powers down for the last time as we unwind its history, and the entire show, back to the beginning.
Coyote Ugly | The Launch ๐ 78
Something is living among the rocks at the farm, and as we learn how coyotes sleep, hunt, and raise their young, the trail leads uncomfortably close to the chicken coop.
Entropy Ainโt Easy | LINUX Unplugged 678
Seven Linux kernels landed in one day. We sort out which belong in your homelab, and trace Linuxโs long, occasionally disastrous quest for truly random numbers.
Battery Wasnโt the Problem | The Launch ๐ 77
Chris spent five nights camping in an EV, and the car handled everything he worried about. It was the problems he never anticipated that nearly ruined the trip.
We Got a Buzz | LINUX Unplugged 677
Block's Buzz is an open, self-hostable workspace for humans, AI agents, chat, and code; and it may be the most Linux-friendly vision for what comes next.
The Knives Are Out for Open Source AI | The Launch ๐ 76
China's open-source AI models are catching up fast, rattling American labs, threatening their business models, and triggering a growing push to regulate or outright block the competition.
Fork Around and Find Out | LINUX Unplugged 676
Linus delivers a blunt verdict on AI in the Linux kernel, Chris finds the remote Linux desktop that finally works, and Brent gives his notes system a serious rebuild.
Flock Around and Find Out | The Launch ๐ 75
More than 115,000 Flock-style cameras now scan America's streets billions of times each month. But this summer, a growing resistance is taking matters, and the cameras, into its own hands.
Sloppy Agent Roasting | LINUX Unplugged 675
Wes' brother's PC is toast, making this the perfect moment to switch him to Linux. If our ambitious plan doesn't scare him away first.
The Windows Fingerprint | The Launch ๐ 74
A Scattered Spider arrest reveals how a VPN wasn't enough when Windows device telemetry helped investigators connect the dots.
LAN Before Time | LINUX Unplugged 674
The kernel taketh away, so we bringeth back. We build an AppleTalk LAN, ditch TCP/IP, and give a legendary retro network protocol the send-off it deserves.
RAM Racket | The Launch ๐ 73
A new lawsuit claims RAM prices are being driven by a conspiracy to fix supply, but is that the real story, or just cope?
8 Hidden Steam Machine Details | LINUX Unplugged 673
Eight details most people missed hint at the bigger Linux play behind Valveโs new Steam Machine.
Open Scare | The Launch ๐ 72
Free and open AI models get cast as the villain, Valveโs Steam Machine gets mugged by RAM prices, and we check whoโs selling the panic popcorn.
The Kernel Is Not a Museum | LINUX Unplugged 672
Your favorite open source projects have been busy. We round up the new releases worth knowing about, plus the big kernel changes headed your way soon.
Out of Stock | The Launch ๐ 71
SpaceX went public, raised more money than any IPO in history, and then traded like there were barely any shares to buy. Today we sort out the hype, the float, the Cursor deal, and what this actually says about the future of space and AI.
Windows Without Windows | LINUX Unplugged 671
We found the best way for a Linux user to manage Windows: keep it remote, keep it contained, and touch the desktop as little as possible.
The Things Tim Didn't Tell Us | The Launch ๐ 70
Angela and Chris catch up on the hobbies that survive real life, then sweep up the WWDC 2026 details that slipped under the AI hype.
There's Chickens in that Nebula | LINUX Unplugged 670
Leave the farm without killing the chickens, or losing remote access? We dig into how we pulled it off: Frigate, local automation, sun-tracking coop doors, and a network that shrugged off an ISP outage.
Remember the Friday Stream | The Launch ๐ 69
Angela shares her latest household gadget rabbit hole, Chris reveals a few secret plans, and we say goodbye to binge watching as the shared TV obsession fades into the algorithmic void.
Harshing rsync's Vibe | LINUX Unplugged 669
rsync's founder came back, patched real security bugs with AI help, and triggered an open source meltdown. Plus, two more projects reject AI-generated code as the community's newest fault line cracks wide open.
Holy IPO | The Launch ๐ 68
Anthropic went to the Vatican to tell the Pope their AI is experiencing "fear and grief."A genuine moral warning, or the most brilliant pre-IPO marketing stunt in tech history?
--yolo | LINUX Unplugged 668
Brent's been hacking smart speakers, Wes has a surprise, and Chris gives up on OpenClaw.
Birds of Law | The Launch ๐ 67
How the accidental chicken farmer pulled it together and built the ultimate chicken fort. Plus, the conclusion to the AI trial of the year.
The Enterprise Endgame | LINUX Unplugged 667
Fedora Hummingbird, RHEL Forever, and Red Hat's AI play: three big Summit takeaways, and why they matter far beyond Red Hat.
Bid Rejected | The Launch ๐ 66
eBay dodged a bullet this week, and we dig into the wild story of GameStopโs attempted hostile takeover. Plus, we start plotting summer plans and do a quick check-in on the Musk v. Altman trial. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Becom
Berkeley Suffering Distribution | LINUX Unplugged 666
Who survived the install, who made it to the desktop, and who learned the hard way that one little mistake will blow up the entire BSD box.
Safety for You, Features for Me | The Launch ๐ 65
The Musk v. Altman trial is getting messy fast โ and nobodyโs walking away clean. Musk wants the story to be a stolen mission. OpenAI wants it framed as a sore-loser lawsuit from a rival.
Patch Me If You Can | LINUX Unplugged 665
We dig into the Copy Fail vulnerability and test a proof-of-concept against our own box. Plus, Jon Seager, VP of Engineering at Canonical joins us, and we kick off the BSD Challenge!
Big Tech Receipts | The Launch ๐ 64
With a full LinuxFest Northwest crew is still in the mix, we dig into our favorite kind of drama, big tech email leaks. Then, Chris explains why heโs skipping conference talks this year. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with Fountain1988 - Olive Garden Commercial - YouTubeToo many breadsticks at Olive Garde
Back to Root | LINUX Unplugged 664
After 26 years, we return to our roots and reflect on why LinuxFest Northwest is still a special event.
High Availability Hens | The Launch ๐ 63
Chris is one month into chicken dad life, almost nothing has gone as planned, and we react to Tim Cook stepping down. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupiter.Party Discount - Only for The Launch!Annual Jupiter
The 99.8% Rescue | LINUX Unplugged 663
We all have data to rescue, you just don't realize it yet. This week we build our own custom live rescue distros, recover real data, and show you how to make your own.
Fake News is Good News | The Launch ๐ 62
Some of our favorite parody news from around the web, plus a stinky chicken update, and a nostalgic lookback at GPS navigation tech for our cars. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupiter.Party Discount - Only f
The GitHub Diet | LINUX Unplugged 662
Is it time to replace GitHub in our workflow? We git into it. Plus, our favorite features in the new Linux 7.0 release.
History Made | The Launch ๐ 61
The Artemis II crew is headed back to Earth, and they've already made history. We'll look at the highlights, tech issues, and how that ride around the dark side went. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupi
Sink Your Claws In | LINUX Unplugged 661
The expensive, challenging, and humbling journey with open source agents.
Accidental Chicken Farmer | The Launch ๐ 60
Chris' farm has new management, and they are extremely small. Six baby chicks, instant family buy-in, and the start of a whole new adventure. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupiter.Party Discount - Only for
Boots and Breakups | LINUX Unplugged 660
Ubuntu wants a leaner, stricter GRUB, and your favorite setup may not survive the cut. We break down whatโs really changing, and the practical ways to adapt. Plus, Chris moves on from one of his favorite open source apps.
Empty Nests and Pleasure Chests | The Launch ๐ 59
Chris and Ang imagine the next chapter after the kids leave home, Brent survives a packed week, and we dig into a fantastic batch of calls. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupiter.Party Discount - Only for Th
Truth Trapper Keepers | LINUX Unplugged 659
The self-hosted app that turned Chris into a family Time Lord, then we iterate on a long-desired hardware hack.
Full Self Drying | The Launch ๐ 58
Self-driving cars are closer than most people realize, and theyโre already out on the road with you. We dig into the latest robotaxi hype, the skepticism, and the road trip that changed our minds. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Beco
Automated Love Crunch | LINUX Unplugged 658
We each spent the week on our own projects, breaking then fixing things. Now we're back to compare progress, and a few lessons learned.
Green Beer, Gone Marriage | The Launch ๐ 57
Green beer and ancient legends are the easy part. Itโs the memories attached to the day that make it unforgettable. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupiter.Party Discount - Only for The Launch!Annual Jupiter.
Slop to Slap | LINUX Unplugged 657
After experiencing Planet Nix and SCaLE, we come back convinced that the next phase of Linux is already taking shape.
Panic from the Past | The Launch ๐ 56
In 1896, critics claimed the bicycle was "the devilโs advance agent." In 1860, doctors swore trains traveling over 30 mph caused "instant insanity." Today, the panic has a new face and a $20 million price tag. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However
Speeding Up Mistakes | LINUX Unplugged 655
Planet Nix and SCaLE are just days away, and we're getting a head start with two guests, the tech, and the trends shaping open source. Our trip starts here!
Apple Killed the YouTube Star | The Launch ๐ 55
Apple is bringing video to Apple Podcasts, promising seamless switching between watching and listening. Why Chris isnโt convinced the bigger picture will play out the way Apple hopes. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:
Creating Discord in the Matrix | LINUX Unplugged 654
We were minutes away from shutting down our Matrix server when the Discord news hit. Now we're not just keeping it, we're doubling down. Can open source seize this moment?
Discord's Discord | The Launch ๐ 54
Discord is rolling out mandatory face scans, and the internet is furious. The debate is loud about privacy, safety, and backlash. But a quieter incentive is driving this move, and almost no one is talking about it yet. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Sho
The Kernel Always Wins | LINUX Unplugged 653
The news this week highlights shifts in Linux from multiple angles. What's evolving, why it matters, and that moment where the future actually works.
Move Fast, Leak Things | The Launch ๐ 53
All the bot hype has resulted in some hilariously bad security vulnerabilities. Who could have seen that coming? We'll cover some of the worst. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupiter.Party Discount - Only fo
Have Your Bot Call My Bot | LINUX Unplugged 652
We stress tested open source AI agents this week. What actually held up, and where it falls apart. Plus Brent's $20 Wi-Fi upgrade.
The Moltbot Moment | The Launch ๐ 52
People are buying Mac minis to run a bot. Seriously. We explain the ClawdBot (now Moltbot) frenzy, what it does, and why some folks are convinced this definitely requires a $700 Mac. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainShow Notes:Subaru Aftermarket, Performance & Replacement Parts | Subimods
Uptime Funk | LINUX Unplugged 651
When your self-hosted services become infrastructure, breakage matters. We tackle monitoring that actually helps, alerts you won't ignore, and DNS for local, and multi-mesh network setups.
Syncing Like Itโs 1999 | The Launch ๐ 52
We discuss why the ultimate power move for your digital sovereignty is a $10 USB port. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupiter.Party Discount - Only for The Launch!Annual Jupiter.Party Discount - Launch Exclus
This Old Network | LINUX Unplugged 650
We rebuild a small office network around Linux, with an Unplugged twist and real-world constraints. Things don't go quite as expected...
Road Wisdom | The Launch ๐ 50
Chris and Angela know their own hobbies coldโbut how well do they know each otherโs? Plus, Chris drops his best road-trip apps, services, and money-saving tips. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainVideo Version: Road Wisdom | The Launch! 50 - YouTubeShow Notes:Highway RadarReal-time hazard,
Burned by AI | LINUX Unplugged 649
The storage apocalypse has arrived. An old friend drops by to talk survival strategies as prices explode, and we pitch our own unapologetically 90s approach to stretching storage.
Domicile Debates | The Launch ๐ 49
Angโs setting goals. Chris is setting themes. Same year, very different strategies, and a few personal bangers for the year ahead. Let the planning begin. CALL 1-774-462-5667 Boost This Episode: Grab Sats with River!โก Strike Makes it Quick it Grab Sats in 100s of Countries Boost with FountainWeb Zap This Episode: Web Zap the Show However you Want!Become a Member:Monthly Jupiter.Party Discoun
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