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Software Freedom PodcastSFP#36: Policy and EU: Call on the Commission to implement the AI ActSFP#36: Policy and EU: Call on the Commission to implement the AI ActIn August 2025 the first part of the European Artificial Intelligence Act enters into force. For our 36th episode of the
Software Freedom Podcast Bonnie and Alex break down the current discussion about it and shed light on the arguments.For this episode Alexander Sander and Bonnie Mehring talk you through the European Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act),
one of the prominent acts from the EU. The AI Act will partly enter into force at the beginning of August 2025 - however companies started...2025-07-2126 minSoftware Freedom PodcastSFP#35: Policy and EU: Tech sovereignty vote in the ITRE CommitteeSFP#35: Policy and EU: Tech sovereignty vote in the ITRE CommitteeAnd we are back for our 35th episode of the Software Freedom Podcast with our monthly update on policy decisions, votes and discussions in the European Union!
Together Bonnie Mehring and Alexander Sander talk about one specific policy topic in regard to Free Software. This month they sat down and covered the vote on the
Tech sovereignty INI in the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE).Bonnie and Alex, talk about the vote in the ITRE committee on the European technological
sovereignty and...2025-06-1333 minSoftware Freedom PodcastSFP#34: Policy and EU: Tech sovereignty debate in the EUSFP#34: Policy and EU: Tech sovereignty debate in the EUDive with us into the inner workings of the European Parliament and learn about their approach on technological sovereignty. In this 34th episode of the Software Freedom
Podcast Alex and Bonnie discuss the current debate in the European Union and pay special attention to the current European technological sovereignty and digital infrastructure INI.Bonnie Mehring and Alexander Sander, talk about European technological
sovereignty and digital infrastructure Own-initiative procedure (INI), the European Parliaments infrastructure to table important topics for the Commission and to work
on them...2025-05-2335 minSoftware Freedom PodcastSFP#33: Policy and EU: Coalition treaty in Germany and its role for Free SoftwareSFP#33: Policy and EU: Coalition treaty in Germany and its role for Free SoftwareRecently, the German coalition treaty from the CDU/CSU and SPD has been published with over 140 pages.
In our latest episode Alexander Sander and Bonnie Mehring talk about the coalition treaty and break down
the standing of Free Software in it.Listen to the 33rd episode of our Software Freedom Podcast and find out what the coalition treaty outlines
for Free Software in Germany and where spillover effects to the EU policy are to be expected. Bonnie and Alex
discuss where...2025-04-2337 minSoftware Freedom PodcastSFP#32: Policy and EU: Router Freedom in the EUSFP#32: Policy and EU: Router Freedom in the EUHave you ever used your personal router to connect to the internet? Recently we achieved a major win in Germany for Router Freedom. In this 32nd episode of the
Software Freedom Podcast, Bonnie Mehring, Alexander Sander, and Lucas Lasota talk about Router Freedom and our work to protect freedom of choice regarding internet devices.Router Freedom, one of the FSFE's longest running initiatives, ensures the right to use any device to connect to the internet.
Lately this freedom was threatened by the largest telecom provider in...2025-03-2754 minSoftware Freedom PodcastSFP#31: Policy and EU: FOSDEM recapSFP#31: Policy and EU: FOSDEM recapIn our 31st episode of the Software Freedom Podcast, Alexander Sander and Bonnie Mehring discuss the highlights of the two Devrooms that the FSFE co-organized during FOSDEM 2025:
the 'Legal and Policy Issues DevRoom' and the 'Funding the FOSS Ecosystem DevRoom'. Find out more about the topics discussed there and tips about what to re-watch.FOSDEM is always a great experience and it is amazing to see how the hard work in organising talks, panels and discussions pays off. Once again the FSFE team, including Alex and Bonnie,
had a...2025-02-2732 minSoftware Freedom PodcastSFP#28: Policy and EU: FOSDEM DevRooms with Alexander SanderSFP#28: Policy and EU: FOSDEM DevRooms with Alexander SanderFOSDEM, Europe's largest Free Software conference, is just around the corner! In this episode of the Software Freedom Podcast, Bonnie Mehring and Alexander Sander discuss
the two DevRooms organised by the Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE). Learn all about the Legal and Policy Issues DevRoom and the Funding the FOSS Ecosystem DevRoom.As FSFE's Senior Policy Consultant, Alex is involved in the set-up of those two DevRooms at FOSDEM. Both tracks are a must-visit for Free Software developers and advocates.
The Legal and Policy Issues DevRoom...2025-01-2228 minSoftware Freedom PodcastSFP#26: Policy and EU: the need of long-term funding and the NGI caseSFP#26: Policy and EU: the need of long-term funding and the NGI caseJoin this new episode of our Software Freedom podcast in which Bonnie Mehring and Alexander Sander discussing current topics affecting Free Software in the European Union. In this episode we focus on the 27 million euros cut of funding of the Next Generation Internet initiative (known as NGI). Alex and Bonnie shed some light on the history of this European project and share the newest developments in this case.As FSFE's Senior Policy Consultant, Alex focuses on the role of Free Software at...2024-11-1932 min
Impact MakersWhen Things Turn SourIn Episode Four, hosts Andrew Wardlaw and Caitlin McLean explore the world of extreme flavors in food, drink, and sensory experiences. From spicy snacks to sour candies, they uncover why bold tastes are driving consumer trends and creating social media buzz. Featuring insights from industry experts like Charles Banks of thefoodpeople and Dr. Mary Carunchia of PepsiCo, along with a tasting session led by sensory expert Phiala Mehring, this episode reveals how extreme flavors are shaping the future of product innovation. Tune in for a thrilling taste journey, featuring Caitlin’s "One-Chip Challenge." Does it all end in tears?Follow us...2024-10-1147 min
What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 33 - TorporJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss their thoughts on the future of the game.2023-01-071h 37What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 32 - Dragon and Rogue Agendas, Havens, and Clan CardsJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss cards from the latest expansion.
Also mentioned, the Kickstarter for City of the Five Sails is live and can be found at
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pineboxllc/7th-sea-city-of-five-sails
2022-10-281h 30What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 31 - Interview with a JusticarJoin Collin and Alex as they interview our first ever Justicar, Daniel Trujillo! The group then gives some hot takes on the first spoiled cards for the upcoming expansion, The Dragon and The Rogue!2022-08-291h 25What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 30 - GenCon RecapJoin Alex and Collin as they talk about their experiences at the North American Continental Conclave.2022-08-1546 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 29 - GenCon Prep pt2Alex and Collin discuss some new Rules Updates, what Heart of Europe brings to the meta, and what they expect to see played at GenCon!2022-08-011h 20What We Do In ElysiumBackdoor Pilot Episode - 7th Sea Interview w/ Pinebox GamesSomething a bit different this time: Collin is joined by David Lapp and Tom Brown from Pinebox Games to discuss the upcoming City of Five Sails expandable card game debuting at Gencon! Come hear about the setting in the world of the 7th Sea roleplaying games, how the game plays, and the plans for organized play and story line events.2022-07-2747 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 28 - GenCon Prep pt. 1Alex and Collin begin to analyze the decks that currently make up the Prince season meta, and where they stack up leading into GenCon.2022-07-111h 32
What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 27 - Heart of Europe spoilers pt.3Collin and Alex finish up the rest of what to expect from the upcoming expansion, Heart of Europe2022-07-0254 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 26 - Milwaukee Prince Recap + Heart spoilers pt.2Alex and Collin go over their runs at Prince of Milwaukee, and continue spoilers for Heart of Europe2022-07-021h 01What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 25 - GenCon Event Rundown + Heart of Europe Spoilers pt.1Alex and Collin discuss what we've learned about the prizes and schedule for all the GenCon events, and start discussing the most recent spoilers for the player cards in Heart of Europe!2022-05-231h 13What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 24 - This One Weird Podcasting TrickAlex and Collin discuss some hot topics that come and go in the community, and where they stand on them.2022-05-091h 35What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 23 - Can't Shake Me DownAlex and Collin report back on their trip competing at the Wood River Prince event, and the journey the deck went through to get there.2022-04-131h 19What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 22 - Rabbit Season, Prince SeasonJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss what they've come up with as a crash course of the Prince meta for the first few events scheduled this season.2022-03-281h 01What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 21 - Lasombra + Neutrals OverviewJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss the rest of the cards from the upcoming expansion!2022-03-161h 11What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 20 - Hecata Overview and StrategyJoin Collin and Alex, now armed with the knowledge of what the wraiths do, discuss the fully spoiled Hecata card pool.2022-02-281h 28What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 19 - S&S Precon First Impressions + Agendas pt.2Alex and Collin talk about their first impressions of the Hecata and Lasombra precon decks, then dive back into talking about building with the rest of the Agendas.
Agenda talk begins at 6:002022-02-141h 42What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 18 - What's on the AgendaJoin Collin and Alex as they discuss the ever important Agenda card, and how they will shape the decks you make with them. 2022-01-311h 22What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 17 - Hot Takes - Organized Play 2022 AnnouncementsJoin Alex and Colin as they discuss the new plans for Organized Play in 2022!2022-01-2032 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 16 - Hot Takes: Staying Spooky - The ExpansionFresh after the new reveal stream, join Collin and Alex as they discuss the new upcoming expansion, Shadows and Shrouds!2022-01-0642 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 15 - A Vampire CarolJoin Alex and Colin as they reminisce over the past year of Rivals and what they hope for in the future. 2021-12-2053 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 14 - What's The Opposite of a Lore Deep Dive?Join Alex and Collin as they first have a few addendums to the last episode, then discuss the overall Masquerade lore as they "know" it.2021-12-0649 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 13 - Distinguishing DecktypesJoin Collin and Alex as they talk about what different decks can look to achieve in Rivals, and also cover some new card changes. 2021-11-221h 03What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 12 - Wolf & Rat OverviewJoin Collin and Alex as they discuss their thoughts on what the new and upcoming Wolf & Rat expansion brings to the game!2021-11-011h 08What We Do In ElysiumMini Episode - Please Stand ByWhile Alex is away (or so it may seem), Collin and Aaron discuss decks in the post Prince meta.2021-10-1825 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 11 - Interview with the Vampire PrinceJoin Alex and Collin while they interview the newly crowned Prince of Indianapolis, Josh Johnson!2021-10-0437 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 10 - Gen Con RecapHappy 10th Episode!
Join Collin and Alex as they recap their experiences playing in the Rivals events at Gen Con, and how they have impacted their thoughts of the game moving forward.2021-09-2155 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 9 - GenConAlex and Collin discuss the big one, Gencon. What it is, how Rivals fits in, and what we can expect to see out of multiple days of events!2021-09-0742 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 8 - Thin-Blood and Tremere StrategyJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss some play patterns and strategies that anyone playing the new clans should look to employ.2021-08-231h 00What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 7 - Tournament RulesJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss the newly revealed Tournament Rules and how they stacked up to their expectations!2021-08-0948 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 6 - The City DeckJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss the unique mechanic that is the City Deck. 2021-07-2752 min
Rote BrauseRote Brause - Folge 46: Links bedeutet vielesNächste Woche wird die Rote Brause ein Jahr alt! 46 Folgen habe ich seitdem für euch produziert. Die Redaktion und ich wollen das natürlich gebührend mit euch feiern! Dafür greifen wir nächste Woche die Frage aus der ersten Folge erneut auf: »Was bedeutet Linkssein heute« und diskutieren mit Musikerin Sookee, Sozialwissenschaftlerin Bafta Sarbo und Aktivistin Simin Jawabreh live im Hof des Franz-Mehring Platz 1. Dazu möchte ich euch herzlich einladen! Um aufzufrischen, was die Leute vor einem Jahr dazu gesagt haben, was Linkssein für sie bedeutet, wiederhole ich für euch in der aktuellen F...2021-07-1614 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 5 - DeckbuildingJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss methods for constructing decks.
Link for Ainsley's articles - https://thehavenrivals.weebly.com/2021-07-121h 00What We Do In ElysiumEpisode 4 - Core Crypt Pack OverviewJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss the cards they think are standouts in the Core Set Crypt Pack.2021-06-2841 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 3 - Ventrue and Malkavian Starter OverviewJoin Alex and Collin in the second episode covering the core preconstructed decks, Ventrue and Malkavian!2021-06-1558 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 2 - Brujah and Toreador Starter OverviewJoin Alex and Collin in the first of a two part series covering the preconstructed starter decks. This episode - Brujah and Toreador!2021-06-151h 00What We Do In ElysiumMini Episode - Blood & Alchemy PreviewsJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss the previews of the upcoming expansion!2021-06-1525 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 1 - Season 0 LeagueJoin Alex and Collin as they discuss their experiences playing in the Season 0 League, and what the future of competitive play might look like.2021-05-2445 minWhat We Do In ElysiumEpisode 0 - IntroductionsYour hosts, Alex and Collin, introduce themselves to the community and give a taste of things to come!2021-05-1717 min