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ThunderCast
ThunderCast #5: Remote Work 101
The Thunderbird team is a remote-first, globally distributed group, so it made perfect sense to devote an episode to Remote Work! Join Heather, Chris, and Jason for some useful tips and tricks to make your daily remote work more enjoyable and more productive. We also include tips from ThunderCast listeners Pedro and Mike, who emailed us at podcast@thunderbird.net. (You can do the same if something's on your mind.)Plus: An inside look at the upcoming Thunderbird Send service, some fascinating origin stories, and geeky Raspberry Pi solutions for weather and BBQ. Software & Articles...
2023-09-27
1h 01
ThunderCast
ThunderCast #4: Will The Real moz://a Please Stand Up?
The Thunderbird team is back from the Mozilla All-Hands event, and we're overwhelmed in the most positive way. In addition to the happy vibes we're all feeling from meeting most of our colleagues in person for the first time, we have a lot of takeaways to share. in this episode Ryan, Jason, and Alex talk about how Mozilla is building AI tools for the good of humanity, and how our perception of AI has changed dramatically. Plus, the problem with the "hey Mozilla, just build a browser" argument. Episode #4 is light on actual Thunderbird talk, and more f...
2023-09-13
55 min
ThunderCast
ThunderCast #3: Behind The Scenes of Supernova
Hello Thunderbird family, and welcome back to a long-overdue episode of the ThunderCast! Ryan, Alex, and Jason get together to talk about the new features and improvements in Thunderbird 115 "Supernova." But they also share WHY those features were developed, and what's being worked on right now. Plus, Ryan shares some huge news about the future of the Thunderbird Project! It's a casual, unscripted, and informative behind-the-scenes conversation. USEFUL LINKS:What's New In 115 (Use Micah's awesome slider!)Why We're Rebuilding ThunderbirdThunderbird on MastodonThunderbird on TwitterThunderbird on LinkedIn ★ Support this podcast ★ (00:00) - Intro (04:11) - The pulse of o...
2023-07-21
1h 29
Linux For Everyone
Episode 58: Power Up and Freak Out
A talk at the Linux App Summit about software sustainability -- and the environmental impact of power-hungry code -- was a shocking wake-up call that's too important to ignore. Please give a warm welcome to the creator of that talk, KDE's Joseph P. De Veaugh-Geiss. In this episode of Linux For Everyone, we discuss Joseph's vital work with KDE Eco, and the path the project is forging to create a culture of software sustainability and inspire more power-efficient software. Our conversation might dramatically change how you think about the apps you use, and the potentially devastating ecological...
2023-05-10
1h 06
ThunderCast
ThunderCast #2: Mozilla's Mike Conley & The Retro Internet Retreat
Welcome back to the ThunderCast, the official podcast of Mozilla Thunderbird! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome our first special guest: Mike Conley, Principal Software developer at Mozilla. Mike is a software mechanic, musician, livestreamer, and self-described "pre-internet phenomenon" among many other things. Creators & Guests Jason Evangelho - Host Ryan Lee Sipes - Host Mike Conley - Guest We had a wonderful conversation about the early days of the internet, Mike's early work on Mozilla Messaging, and his current work on Firefox. He also gives us a peek behind the curtain of upcoming Picture-in-Picture...
2023-05-08
1h 18
ThunderCast
ThunderCast #1: Origin Stories
Welcome to the debut episode of the Thunderbird podcast, which we're affectionately calling the ThunderCast! It's an inside look at the making of Thunderbird, alongside community-driven conversations with our friends in the open-source world. We can't wait for you to listen! Here are some of the highlights from Episode 1:What to expect on future episodes of ThunderCastWe're hiring!Is Thunderbird still part of Mozilla?Alex starts a band, Ryan is building a keyboard, Jason's island adventures4 years of "invisible work" to prepare for SupernovaThunderbird on Android... and iOS ★ Support this podcast ★
2023-03-21
1h 19
Linux For Everyone
Episode 57: The Steam Deck Changed Us Forever
No notes. No prep. Just 4 passionate content creators gathering for a broad, unfiltered discussion about Valve's Steam Deck. It's an epic 2 hour Linux gaming crossover! For authenticity, this entire episode was hosted, recorded, edited and published on Jason's Steam Deck! This entire episode is also available to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lzjmPmfLB-o MastodonSpecial Guests: Gardiner Bryant, Liam Dawe, and Nick.
2022-03-10
2h 07
Linux For Everyone
Tech For Everyone #1: Linus Dropped My Name
Linus dropped my name on The WAN Show, Valve has big plans for AMD's FSR, YouTube dislikes your dislikes, the COVID face mask life in video games, ProtonUP gets a GUI, and more! 📧 Subscribe to my "Tech For Everyone" newsletter at https://techforeveryone.net! ☁️ Special thanks to this video's sponsor, LINODE! We're building a few projects and new community features over at Linode, and can't wait to unveil them. Go to https://Linode.com/LinuxForEveryone, and get a $100 credit towards your own awesome projects! 🐧Linux For Everyone is also made possible by a long-term...
2021-11-17
10 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 56: Nicco Loves KDE
Please welcome our very special guest Niccolò "Nicco" Venerandi! Nicco is KDE's Consistency Goalkeeper, and joins us to discuss what it's like working with the KDE team, as well as offering his own unique take on a topic that's making big waves in the Linux community: System76 allegedly ditching GNOME and developing its own desktop for Pop OS. There's lots of software picks, updates on our passion projects (like Games For Everyone launching!) and a ton of KDE love. THANKS TO LINODE FOR SPONSORING THIS EPISODE! GO TO WWW.LINODE.COM/LINUXFOREVERYONE TO GET A $100 60...
2021-11-12
1h 22
Linux For Everyone
Episode 55: Mycroft AI Interview, M1 Macs and More!
Welcome back to Linux For Everyone, welcome /Home, and get ready for our longest episode ever! We kick things off with some outstanding job news from Schykle, then Jerry tells a horror story about his phone eavesdropping on his friends. We also catch up on our individual privacy journeys that kicked off in Episode 54. After that, Jerry drives the Software Spotlight by expressing his love for the ridiculously useful media tool Rapid Photo Downloader. The middle section of the show is highlighted by an illuminating interview with Mycroft AI founder Joshua Montgomery, that reaches into...
2021-10-28
2h 35
Linux For Everyone
Episode 54: An Invasion of Privacy
The brand new L4E Show is here! Jason, Jerry and Schykle talk about their recent passion projects, then get into a somewhat disturbing conversation about the creeping invasion of our online privacy. Plus, a Software Spotlight and a proper introduction to our new co-hosts! WATCH THE NEW VIDEO VERSION HERE. ☁️ Special thanks to this video's sponsor, LINODE! We're building a few sites and new community features over at Linode, and can't wait to unveil them. Go to https://Linode.com/LinuxForEveryone, and get a $100 credit towards your own awesome projects. 🐧Linux For Everyon...
2021-10-13
1h 25
Linux For Everyone
Episode 53: Aaron Honeycutt of System76
All good things must come to an end, but sometimes they're reborn into something better. Jason says goodbye to Linux For Everyone as you know it and reveals NEW co-hosts, then has a lengthy and relaxed conversation with System76 Happiness Architect Aaron Honeycutt. Aaron and Jason chat about working at System76, Snap vs Flatpak, expensive shipping, COVID, Linux gaming, window tiling, Valve's Steam Deck, and a little bit more Linux gaming! Towards the end, Jason wraps it up with some hopes and concerns about Valve's Steam Deck. 🐧LINUX FOR EVERYONE CONTENT IS MADE POS...
2021-09-27
1h 18
Linux For Everyone
Episode 52: Valve Finally Counts To 3!
Welcome to a special community-powered episode discussing Valve's newly announced Steam Deck! It's a product destined to send positive ripples throughout the entire Linux ecosystem, but there's so much to unpack, and a few things to criticize. Let's get into it! 🐧LINUX FOR EVERYONE CONTENT IS MADE POSSIBLE THANKS TO A PARTNERSHIP WITH TUXEDO COMPUTERS🐧Links:Steam Deck DetailsInfinityBook Pro 14 Video Review
2021-07-17
1h 10
Linux For Everyone
Episode 51: A Pulse, a Powershell, and a Probe
🐧There's good news and bad news about the Pulse 15 laptop's battery life. And I've got a Discovery of the Week that's a handy hardware helper! Plus an apology about a recent episode. Then we'll get down to business with a conversation about Powershell... on Linux. Welcome to Episode 51! LINUX FOR EVERYONE CONTENT IS MADE POSSIBLE THANKS TO TUXEDO COMPUTERS🐧Special Guest: Avri Roth.Links:Discovery of the Week: hw-probeMy Oryx Pro ProbePowershell on Linux: TelegramPowershell on Linux: MatrixPowershell on Linux: WebsiteThe L4E Summer Series!
2021-06-30
1h 08
Linux For Everyone
Episode 50: Ask Jason Anything (2021 Edition)
To celebrate 50 episodes of Linux For Everyone, Jason is answering a BUNCH of your questions about Linux, hardware, coffee habits, music creation, living in Croatia, and much more! Enjoy, and thank you for being part of this awesome journey. 🐧LINUX FOR EVERYONE CONTENT IS MADE POSSIBLE THANKS TO TUXEDO COMPUTERS🐧 👉Thumbnail background design: https://github.com/BaldPolnareff 👉AMA #1: https://www.linux4everyone.com/17-ask-me-anything-community-special 👉L4E GitHub Repo: https://github.com/Linux-For-Everyone/linuxforeveryone 👉 L4E MERCH: US Store: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/L4EStore/ EU Store: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/L4EStore/
2021-06-09
48 min
Linux For Everyone
Linux + Coffee #5: elementary OS + Valve's SteamPal
🐧LINUX FOR EVERYONE CONTENT IS MADE POSSIBLE THANKS TO TUXEDO COMPUTERS🐧 Linux + Coffee is back! Jason and Schykle have a serious chat about Valve's alleged SteamPal console. Can it succeed? Who's this device for? What marketing and technical challenges will Valve face along the way? Plus, some elementary OS 6 and AppCenter discussion, and an awesome life update from Schykle! 👉 WATCH THIS EPISODE ON: Odysee: https://odysee.com/@LinuxForEveryone:9/can-steampal-really-succeed-linux-+:7 YouTube: https://youtu.be/z7RgchcGwko 👉 LINKS MENTIONED: Ars Technica piece: https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2021/05/exclusive-valve-is-making-a-switch-like-portable-gaming-pc/ elementary OS Beta: https...
2021-06-02
41 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 49: Virtual Desktops Everywhere with Shells
The word of the day is: BROWSERS! Jason sits down with former Purism CTO Zlatan Todoric and former Private Internet Access CFO Alex Lee to talk about Shells.com, a service that promises to turn anything with a browser into a secure virtual Linux (or Windows, or Android) desktop. Speaking of browsers, how about a Discovery of the Week that blows away Apple's Airdrop functionality? It's free, it works on any device, and it's awesome. 🐧ALL LINUX FOR EVERYONE CONTENT IS MADE POSSIBLE BY TUXEDO COMPUTERS🐧Special Guests: Alex Lee and Zlatan Todoric.L...
2021-05-26
48 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 48: Bash and Orchid Creator Brian Fox
Jason sits down with legendary Bash creator Brian Fox to discuss his early days with Richard Stallman, the legacy of Bash, our ongoing privacy battle, and his brand new project called Orchid. PLUS: An update from Lenovo's Mark Pearson on the company's Linux hardware initiative, a gorgeous new laptop from TUXEDO Computers, and a Discovery of the Week that solves your backup and restore issues. 🐧ALL LINUX FOR EVERYONE CONTENT IS MADE POSSIBLE BY TUXEDO COMPUTERS🐧Special Guest: Brian Fox.Links:Discovery of the Week: Aptik — A COMPLETE backup and restore...
2021-05-20
1h 21
Linux For Everyone
Episode 47: Jeremy Soller of System76 (Part 2)
Welcome back to the conclusion of my interview with System 76 Principal Engineer Jeremy Soller! In our 2nd hour, we cover everything from VR gaming to in-house laptops to the importance of firmware. There's also a rather passionate rant about Audacity's now-infamous Pull Request #835. Plus, a new Discovery of the Week, and a new rabbit hole: servers! 🐧ALL LINUX FOR EVERYONE CONTENT IS MADE POSSIBLE BY TUXEDO COMPUTERS🐧Special Guest: Jeremy Soller.Links:Discovery of the Week: Protonup — A CLI program and API to automate the installation of GloriousEggroll's Proton-G...
2021-05-12
1h 24
Linux For Everyone
Episode 46: Jeremy Soller of System76 (Part 1)
The podcast comes roaring back to life with part 1 of a massive interview featuring Linux ninja Jeremy Soller of System76. Plus, Jason introduces and demos a new Discovery of the Week that anyone with a PC microphone will appreciate! There's also more details about our longterm partnership with TUXEDO Computers, and a look ahead! Welcome back, and welcome /HomeSpecial Guest: Jeremy Soller.Links:Episode 46 made possible by TUXEDO Computers! — A long-term partnership between Linux For Everyone and TUXEDO Computers means continued growth of the L4E community, and a st...
2021-05-05
1h 18
Linux For Everyone
New Weekly Episodes + New Website!
Let's make Wednesdays awesome again! Here's a brief update before new weekly episodes of Linux For Everyone start roaring back onto your podcast player. In short: a renewed sense of purpose, new energy, new website, new GitHub Repo, new Matrix channel... For more info, just click that Play button!Links:The new L4E Matrix channel — Bridged to Discord for extra community flavor! Fireside says the link is malformed, but it's not. So use this: https://matrix.to/#/#Linux4Everyone:matrix.orgLinux For Everyone GitHub Repo! — A place for the Linux For Everyone podcast comm...
2021-04-19
07 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 45: Shaking off the dust
Welcome back! We have some serious catching up to do. Episode 45 kicks off with some big announcements about Tech For Everyone and a new platform I'm working for. Later, there's some nerdy spoken word about why we use and love the command line. Then we get into the Garuda Linux Community Challenge! The second half of the show features my interview with Thomas of Drauger OS. Links:Tech For EveryoneWhy Voice? I want to write for people, NOT algorithmsLinux For Everyone MagazineThe New L4E Merch Store (US)The New L4E Merch Store...
2021-02-17
1h 08
Linux For Everyone
Don't Waste 30 Years Like I Did
This is a personal story about music, 30 years in the making. It's a cautionary, creative tale about creating. It's a warning that time is not on our side. It's here to motivate you, to fire you up, and to make you start DOING something you've probably wanted to do for years. Just don't make my mistake. Watch the fully produced video featuring me and Jerry Morrison at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BiOkl5ARO04Links:Watch The Original VideoHurricane Blonde Music
2020-12-07
06 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 44: The PRO1-X Is The Linux Phone I've Waited For
Meet the Pro1-X, a beautiful high-spec physical keyboard smartphone that offers LineageOS, Ubuntu Touch or Android right out of the box. Enjoy this exclusive Linux For Everyone interview with the team behind the phone, learn more about the partnership with XDA and much more! You can also watch this interview (and see lots of great footage of the phone itself) at youtube.com/LinuxForEveryone! Links:PRO1-X Indiegogo Page — Check out the Pro1-X campaign page on Indiegogo. This is a sales and info page, not a fundraiser! Be A Patron, Get Exclusives! — ALL...
2020-10-27
36 min
Linux For Everyone
Linux + Coffee #4: Tribalism and Toxicity
After Episode 43, it was time to have a serious discussion about the Linux community with my two favorite co-hosts. Linux + Coffee returns with both Schykle and Matt and the topic is a serious one: Gatekeeping, tribalism and toxicity in the Linux community. Why does it happen, and HOW do we deal with it? It's a thought-provoking conversation and we hope you enjoy it. Special Guests: MattDLN and Schykle (aka Alan Diggs).Links:Follow @MattDLN On TwitterFollow @Schykle on TwitterBecome an L4E Patron! — Get an exclusive podcast just for Patrons!
2020-10-22
59 min
Linux Out Loud
34: Affordable Linux Hardware | DLN Xtend
On this week's episode of DLN Xtend we discuss affordable Linux hardware. Welcome to episode 34 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 10:00 Topic: Affordable Linux Hardware 26:22 Host Related Interest 41:06 Wrap Up Matt- Game Vengeance- https://store.steampowered.com/app/384960/Vengeance/ Wendy- https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/my-photo-editing-workflow/2640/2 Jason- My...
2020-10-19
42 min
Destination Linux Network: All Shows
Linux Out Loud: 34: Affordable Linux Hardware | DLN Xtend
On this week's episode of DLN Xtend we discuss affordable Linux hardware. Welcome to episode 34 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 10:00 Topic: Affordable Linux Hardware 26:22 Host Related Interest 41:06 Wrap Up Matt- Game Vengeance- https://store.steampowered.com/app/384960/Vengeance/ Wendy- https://discourse.destinationlinux.network/t/my-photo-editing-workflow/2640/2 Jason- My...
2020-10-19
42 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 43: Course Correction
A stripped down episode, this is a heart-to-heart chat between me and you about the Linux community, burnout, detours, and things you never expect to face.Links:Games For Everyone: Audio Podcast — First episode coming Saturday, October 10Games For Everyone on YouTube — The future home of the Games For Everyone show and video content
2020-10-08
19 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 42: So Long, and Thanks for All the Games
My friend MattDLN (aka "The Enabler") joins me for a gaming-soaked episode that even console players will enjoy. First we tackle what's possibly 2020's biggest gaming news: Microsoft purchasing Bethesda. How does PlayStation compete? How will Microsoft's bold move affect the overall gaming landscape. Then we bring some tough love to ProtonDB and the overall state of Linux gaming. Plus: Matt's Linux origins and a new Discovery of the Week! Special Guest: MattDLN.Links:Discovery of the Week: KwaveFollow @MattDLN On TwitterListen To DLN Xtend
2020-09-26
56 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 41: The Linux Laptop Problem
This week there are 2 questions to ponder: Should Linux gamers be paying more attention to Razer? And where are all the affordable Linux laptops? Plus, a Discovery of the Week double feature to satisfy your window auto-tiling needs, and a brand new Song from the Source that'll rock your socks off with its infectious bass grooves, live drums and keyboards. Links:Pop Shell on FedoragTile | GNOME Shell ExtensionOpenRazer | Open Source Drivers for GNU/LinuxRated Blue: "JOY" | Songs from the SourceRated Blue “JOY” Album notes and AV LinuxSupport our Sponsor: Digital OceanSupport our Sponsor: BitwardenXonotic: The...
2020-09-16
30 min
Linux For Everyone
Linux + Coffee #3: The CloudReady Chromebook Experiment
Schykle starts a bold experiment: using nothing but a cloud-based operating system to get all of his working and playing done. Get your head in the clouds as we discuss Neverware's CloudReady OS, which aims to turn ANY old PC or Mac into a Chromebook. Plus, Jason shares what Croatian coffee culture is like in a long overdue episode of Linux + Coffee. Raise your mug! Special Guest: Schykle (aka Alan Diggs).Links:WATCH This Episode On YouTube (Recommended)CloudReady Home EditionSchykle's Article: One Week With CloudReadyL4E Community on TelegramL4E Community...
2020-09-09
42 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 40: The Thunderbird Interview (featuring Ryan Sipes)
It's time for another interview episode, and what a guest I have for Episode 40! Ryan Sipes founded Mycroft AI, built a strong community for System76, and now he's wearing 3 different hats for the Thunderbird project. Ryan shares his hilarious Linux origin story, some great memories from System76, and talks about Thunderbird's past, present and future. Along the way, of course we get sidetracked by talk of browser wars, favorite distros and sexy Linux hardware... WATCH this interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TiWpw-qwoc Be sure to check the shownotes for...
2020-09-03
1h 05
Linux For Everyone
Episode 39: Quality Control / Life After Lightworks
Welcome to Episode 39! Schykle tells you about a Terminal app that's both eyecandy and super useful. Plus, a BUNCH of you emailed me with tips and suggestions about my Linux video editing situation and I've got an encouraging update! But we're just getting warmed up! On the back half, Linux has a quality control problem and our community is going to solve it! Then I'll close it out with some candid thoughts about just how much the Fedora-powered ThinkPad P53 is spoiling me rotten. Links:DLN Community Project: Quality Control PlatformWatch Bashtop in actionBashtop...
2020-08-26
36 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 38: I've Made A Huge Mistake
Coming up on this episode of Linux For Everyone, you'll hear directly from the developer of a great tool you'll want on your laptop ASAP! Plus, I've started a new blog using only Standard Notes. You'll also hear about my big mistake, and why I should have chosen open source. Then we'll close things out with an awesome Linux origin story! INTRO THEME: More Sun Interstitial Music: Jerry MorrisonLinks:Discovery of the Week: auto-cpufreq — Automatic CPU speed & power optimizer for LinuxJason's New Blog — Created with nothing but Standard Notes! Get Your...
2020-08-19
33 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 37: Legionnaire
Welcome back everybody, we have some catching up to do! In this episode I share a personal story about my fight with Legionnaire's Disease. Plus, System76 Engineer Jeremy Soller is working on something groundbreaking, and AMD Ryzen fans are going to love it! I also shine a spotlight on Star Labs -- they're doing something EVERY Linux PC company should be doing. And finally, I close the show by telling you which distro I really miss...Links:Legionnaires Disease (CDC) Star Labs Compatibility Reports: https://starlabs.kb.help/compatibility-reports/System76 & CorebootOur Telegram GroupL4E...
2020-07-28
37 min
Linux For Everyone
Update on Linux For Everyone & Jason's Illness
Hey Everyone, We received a health update from Jason. It turns out he has a severe form of pneumonia called Legionnaires' disease, from a nasty type of bacteria called Legionella, typically found in pools, spas or AC. Jason will be in the hospital for the next several days fighting this. And beating it. He thanks each and every one of you for the kind words and support you have shown, its a big morale boost for him. We wish him a speedy recovery and to be back on our podcast feeds soon....
2020-07-01
00 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 36: First Class Linux
Welcome to Episode 36, featuring a VERY enthusiastic discussion about Lenovo's recent Linux news and why it matters, as well as some insightful community feedback. Plus: a Discovery of the Week that will make your Radeon GPU happy, and the world premiere of my band's single "Brain Dead!"Links:Get CoreCtrlMy Video Reaction To Lenovo's Awesome Linux NewsBrain Dead by More Sun on Amazon MusicMore Sun: Brain Dead - Music on Google PlayBrain Dead - Single by More Sun on Apple MusicSpotify – Brain Dead by More SunLinux For Everyone @ YouTubeLinux For Everyone @ LBRY
2020-06-11
26 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 35: The Ecosystem Problem
The Linux For Everyone podcast gets a video upgrade! In this episode: Linux gaming has a glaring problem that AMD and Nvidia can fix, deeper discussion about two amazing Linux laptops from System 76 and TUXEDO, Plus, a Discovery of the Week for bittorrent fans, a new "Song from the Source" and another dose of good news! Watch this episode on YouTube.Links:Schykle's video on FragmentsFragments on GitlabFragments on FLATHUBL4E Video: UltraLight Linux Laptop ShowdownWhy Windows 10 Gaming Still Reigns Supreme Over LinuxTUXEDO InfinityBook S 14 System76 Lemur ProXpander 69 | Free Listening on SoundCloud
2020-05-28
34 min
Linux For Everyone
Linux + Coffee, Cup 2: The Super Key
*Get the Aeropress featured in the intro AND support the show with your purchase: https://amzn.to/2Adi85m * Welcome to your second cup of Linux and Coffee! Schykle and I brewed up a nice rant about something many of us take pride in: the Super key! Plus, we discuss the results from our Pop OS donation poll, and talk about something you asked for more of: COFFEE! Special Guest: Schykle (aka Alan Diggs).Links:Video version of this episode (recommended)Buy The AeropressBuy The L4E Coffee MugSchykle on YouTubeThe Twitter PollL4...
2020-05-20
33 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 34: The Fedora + Lenovo Interview
The Fedora and Lenovo partnership is about more than just selling Thinkpads with Linux pre-installed. In this special video interview, Fedora lead Matthew Miller and Lenovo's Senior Linux Software Engineer Mark Pearson join me to discuss a TON of details. There are SEVERAL surprises along the way, and most of them are going to make you jump for joy. This is how Linux gets treated like a first-class citizen. Special Guests: Mark Pearson and Matthew Miller.Links:Video version of this interviewLinux For Everyone StoreThank you Digital Ocean! — Get a $100 credit and TWO months fr...
2020-05-08
1h 00
Linux For Everyone
Linux + Coffee, Cup #1: Picking on Pop
Surprise! Welcome to your first cup of Linux and Coffee while I'm working on the giant Lenovo + Fedora interview. One topic, no prep, and interesting insights along the way. In this installment I'm joined by brand new L4E Creator Schykle to pick apart the brand new System76 Pop OS website, and tackle something a little controversial that we noticed... NOTE TO LISTENERS: Linux + Coffee is a "video first" production, meaning you may enjoy it more by watching on YouTube! Special Guest: Schykle (aka Alan Diggs).Links:Linux + Coffee: Video VersionSchykle on...
2020-05-06
31 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 33: Professional Hobbyist
Welcome to Episode 33, which begins on a personal note and then launches into an awesome Discovery of the Week from Tuxedo Computers. There's also a double dose of good news from the community to fight the negative headlines that surround us. Plus, a trio of first impressions: The Deepin 20 Beta, the System76 Lemur Pro and the UbuntuDDE 20.04 Beta. Don't forget about the Patron-only Live Video Chat happening this Sunday at noon Eastern. Watch your Patreon inbox for the details!Links:"Together" Mural on InstagramTUXEDO Control CenterL4E Video: Deepin 20 Beta ImpressionsL4E Video: UbuntuDDE 20.04...
2020-04-23
32 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 32: Engineering Happiness
Linux hardware manufacturer and Pop!OS developer System76 has been busy lately! I sit down with the company's "Happiness Manager" Emma Marshall to discuss the latest, and Emma lives up to her job title by sharing how to stay positive and upbeat during these challenging times. Plus, a Discovery of the Week from a fellow Linux gamer and L4E listener, Endless & the Gnome Foundation's initiative to attract a new generation of FOSS developers, and ProtonMail hands out free, permanent storage increases! Thank you to Digital Ocean for sponsoring this episode and the entire Destination...
2020-04-08
40 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 31: Control
After a citywide lockdown and earthquake in our beautiful city of Zagreb, this episode begins on a serious note. But it's a message intended to bring hope and positivity back into our lives during this unprecedented time in our history. And the discovery of the week aims to get everyone involved in the fight against coronavirus. (OUR FOLDING@HOME TEAM # = 240869) After that I offer some speculation about the System76 keyboard, my experience with Endless OS and recap my time gaming on Salient OS. Plus, a very relevant short clip from the first Linux For Everyone...
2020-03-25
27 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 30: The One with Popey and the Tough Questions
This is the big one: a candid, informative and downright fascinating 75 minute conversation with Canonical's Alan Pope. He answers some tough questions like "Why isn't the Snap Store open source?" and "How can you prove Ubuntu is the most popular Linux distribution?" We also talk about YouTube vs LBRY, his role as a developer advocate and his passion for interacting with the community, and much, much more. Sit back, grab your favorite beverage, and enjoy! Special Guest: Alan Pope.Links:Alan's YouTube ChannelFollow Alan on TwitterInstall Linux apps using the Snap Store...
2020-03-11
1h 19
Linux For Everyone
Episode 29: Schyken Nuggets of Wisdom
Community member, Linux voyager and elementary OS enthusiast Schykle joins me to discuss a wide range of topics this week. We begin with a look at his distro-hopping origin story and why he ended up sticking with elementary OS. Then we dig deep into community behavior and both of us share some of our struggles in dealing with toxicity. PLUS: Liam is back for another awesome Linux Gaming Report, and I read some of your letters about dual-booting and Salient OS. Special Guests: Liam Dawe and Schykle (aka Alan Diggs).Links:Our...
2020-03-04
57 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 28: I Make FOSS + The Dual-Booter's Rant
Distro hoppers assemble! This week we begin a look at Arch-based Salient OS, a distro designed to appeal to gamers and content creators. Plus, a Discovery of the Week that will make your system's color palette sing, and there's a new member of the Linux For Everyone family! Then I exorcise some demons, fight some burnout, and go on a passionate rant about the Linux community and dual booters. Links:Our Sponsor: Digital Ocean — Get 2 months free PLUS a beefy $100 credit by using our special DLN linkI Make FOSS @ TwitterL4E Videos @ YouTubeL4E Vi...
2020-02-26
28 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 27: Mental Doodles and Lost Thoughts
This episode of Linux For Everyone opens with a chat about... Phantasy Star Online 2 for Xbox? And it closes with a version of Jason from 13 years ago. In between, there's discussion about the elementary OS "AppCenter For Everyone," and a notable feature of KDE Plasma 5.18. And what Linux distro will Lana try next? Find out the 3 I've chosen, and how YOU can vote on them! Plus, a Discovery of the Week that'll make your PC sweat, and a new "Song from the Source" by Lorenzo's Music which was produced entirely on Ubuntu Studio. CHECK OUT...
2020-02-12
28 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 26: Lana Tries Linux - Ubuntu Edition
In this episode, Lana is back to recount her first experience with Ubuntu -- and by extension Linux -- in 12 years. There is some real talk ahead, with unfiltered opinions from outside the echo chamber. (Oh, and stick around for the bloopers). Plus, a Discovery of the Week double dose for the gamers in the house. Special Guest: Lana Evangelho.Links:Linux For Everyone @ YouTubeLinux For Everyone @ LBRYL4E Video: An AMD Ryzen 3400G Can Do ALL THIS? MangoHud, a new open source Vulkan overlay layer for gaming on Linux | GamingOnLinuxGitHub...
2020-02-05
35 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 25: Helping Hands (with Ubuntu Budgie's Dustin Krysak)
Sometimes an interview opens new doors of perception. You're able to look at a situation from a completely fresh perspective, and gain insights you never considered were there. That describes my frank conversation with Ubuntu Budgie Team Member Dustin Krysak. It's an organic chat that covers a huge range of topics, from the struggles a smaller distribution faces and how donations are spent, to how the larger Ubuntu family offers support, to what it takes to truly take desktop Linux mainstream. We close our interview with a fantastic exploration of how pretty much anyone can become a...
2020-01-29
1h 17
Linux For Everyone
Episode 24: Code of Conduct / Hardware Addicts Interview
Buy the new "Linux and Coffee For Everyone" Mug: https://destinationlinux.network/store/linux-coffee-for-everyone In this week's episode of Linux For Everyone: a Discovery of the Week that your ears will appreciate, a conversation with professional photographer and Hardware Addicts co-host Wendy Hill, and a discussion about a new FOSS Code of Conduct that manages to be both divisive and refreshing. Plus a TON of show and network-related news, including a game night for our charity Free Geek on February 1st.Links:NEW: "Linux and Coffee For Everyone" mug!NEW: Linux...
2020-01-22
33 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 23: The Manjaro Linux Laptop Explosion (featuring Philip Müller)
Manjaro and Tuxedo Computers are gearing up to release multiple Manjaro-branded laptops, and the beauty is in the details. Want a Klingon keyboard? Sure. Ryzen CPU? Ok. Your company logo as the Super Key? No problem. Manjaro Project Lead Developer Philip Müller joins me to share those details and much more! Plus, a Discovery of the Week your face will appreciate, and a new Song from the Source! DLN Gives Back Charity Drive for FreeGeek FreeGeek is helping to bridge the Digital Divide, Combat E-Waste and Fight for Right to Repair. For more i...
2020-01-15
46 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 22: The Twelve Months of Linux Discoveries (Part 2)
Happy holidays! Welcome to the conclusion of a special 2-parter recalling my most impactful Linux discoveries (and lessons learned) from the second half of 2019. Plus: A Discovery of the Week that will destroy your productivity, and the FULL VERSION of the Linux For Everyone opening theme song! I hope you enjoy this one half as much as I enjoyed recording it. Links:Join us on Telegram!Discovery of the Week: Tetris in TerminalJuly 2019: The launch of Linux For Everyone!August 2019: Porting Games To Linux Is A Waste Of Time? You're Doing It...
2019-12-25
40 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 21: The Twelve Months of Linux Discoveries (Part 1)
My Linux journey this year has been nothing short of amazing. But I didn't realize HOW amazing sitting down to prepare for this special 2-parter. In this episode, I recall my most impactful Linux discoveries (and lessons learned) from the first half of 2019. Plus: A Discovery of the Week for people who love their local music libraries!Links:Shopping at Amazon? Click this first! — If you're doing holiday shopping at Amazon, consider clicking my affiliate link first. You'll be supporting the show and it won't cost you anything extra!What's your most amazing 2019 Linux di...
2019-12-18
34 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 20: The elementary OS & MacBook Pro Trials
In this episode, I drop a rather surprising bomb about a new favorite, and revive my love for the Late 2013 MacBook Pro by slapping a variety of Linux distributions on it. Plus: The L4E community shares what they appreciate about Linux that simply isn't possible on Windows, and Liam from GamingOnLinux.com brings us another fantastic mini-review. Special Guest: Liam Dawe.Links:Buy Baba Is You from the Humble Store and save 20%Join Our Awesome Telegram Community!Discuss: What do YOU appreciate about Linux? - DLN CommunityQuickLook: Meet The Most Elegant...
2019-12-11
32 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 19: The One Where Lana Tried Linux
For the first time, my wife Lana joins me on the microphone to introduce a new segment, and tell us all about her Linux origin story. Stick around for the plot twist and the bloopers! Plus, a Discovery of the Week for laptop users who want to spend more time away from the wall. And a fresh Song from Source! GET SOCIAL: Mastodon: https://fosstodon.org/@Linux4Everyone Twitter: https://twitter.com/Linux4Everyone Facebook: https://facebook.com/Linux4Everyonea GROUP CHAT: Telegram: https://t.me/Linux4...
2019-11-27
36 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 18: The System76 Superfan Special
Recorded at System76 Headquarters from the 3rd annual Superfan event, this episode is a special one to me. It's chock full of candid conversations with System76 CEO Carl Richell and Creative Director Kate Hazen. Hear about the company's laptop plans, their roadmap, the features coming to Pop OS, the origins of the company, and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the Linux For Everyone YouTube channel for an upcoming video on the event, too!
2019-11-20
1h 16
Linux For Everyone
Episode 17: Ask Jason Anything - A Community Q&A Special
My birthday is November 17th, so I thought it would be fun to do a "birthday special" AMA for Episode 17 where the community can ask me anything. The result is a stripped down format with some very candid answers about Linux, life, learning and love. This episode also features an extended "Welcome Home" intro celebrating this show's awesome global community! Links:My Interview With Don Watkins at OpenSource.comThe L4E YouTube Channel Has Actual Video: SUBSCRIBE!
2019-11-13
38 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 16: Peppermint OS & The Forever Distro
Welcome to a decidedly Peppermint-y and even slightly philosophical episode about Linux, forever distros, and the unexpected lessons you can learn from using a "Frankenstein" OS. Zebedee Boss of Destination Linux (aka The Peppermint Man) joins me for a fantastic discussion that marks a turning point in my journey. Plus: Don't settle for boring! The discovery of the week will have you creating your perfect GRUB screen in seconds! To close the show, it's another track from Songs from the Source favorite Unfa -- and this one isn't just recorded on Linux, it's ABOUT Linux!...
2019-11-06
49 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 15: A Conversation with Chris Titus Tech
A streamlined episode featuring Chris Titus Tech, a content producer who made the switch to Linux in 2018 after 20 years working in various Windows Server support roles including IT Director. Chris and I have walked similar paths, but he has some unique viewpoints on the wide world of Linux. And yea, I ask him if Ubuntu is still the devil :D Plus, another Song from the Source that's an homage to both 70's Italian Disco and 80s Darkwave Synth?Special Guest: Chris Titus Tech.Links:DLN Xtend | The New PodcastChris Titus...
2019-10-30
52 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 14: Ubuntu Upgrades and Unusual Underdogs
It's Ubuntu 19.10 upgrade season, and I've got the fever. So many new discoveries, and so many noteworthy improvements! From Ubuntu to MATE to Pop OS, there's a lot worth paying attention to. Plus: Xfce may not be known as the "lightest on resources" desktop environment for long... Want more? Liam makes his monthly Linux Gaming Report appearance to share one of his favorite games, a listener sends an amazing idea to my inbox, and I debut my OWN Song from the Source! PSA: Linux For Everyone is now availble on YouTube! ...
2019-10-23
31 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 13: The Linux Mint Gaming Report
By popular request, I share my current "Linux toolkit," the collection of software and hardware I use on a daily basis for work and play. And be sure to listen for your chance to share your own favorites on the next episode. Then, a meaty discussion about gaming on Linux Mint as I reboot the original "Linux Gaming Report" at Forbes. Plus, another Linux Origin Story and a new Song from the Source! INTERSTITIAL MUSIC: "Cloudness" by Jason Evangelho Links:Join The Linux For Everyone Telegram Community!The New Version...
2019-10-16
39 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 12: Flagship Linux Hardware
How do we define 'flagship' Linux hardware? Does this flagship hardware actually exist? In this episode I pose some tough questions that deserve an ongoing discussion. Plus, a Discovery of the Week for people seeking a complete Google Drive solution, a quick chat about AMD's Radeon RX 5500 announcement, and a repeat performance from Demonic Sweaters!Links:overGrive: A Complete Linux Google Drive Desktop ClientA thought exercise: Flagship Linux devices | DLN ForumAMD Expects The Radeon RX 5500 To Dominate Nvidia GTX 1650 With 37 Percent Higher FPSDemonic Sweaters: Visitors | Anthill RecordingsLinux For Everyone on YouTube
2019-10-09
38 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 11: Episode 11: Zorin OS and the Future of Desktop Linux
My interview with Zorin OS co-founder Artyom Zorin goes way beyond just talking about an awesome Linux distribution. Artyom also reveals what the Zorin Group is building to increase adoption of desktop Linux in schools, governments, and developing countries. Plus: A breakdown of the Ubuntu MATE 19.10 "Paper Cut Release," a community-submitted Linux Origin Story, and a rocking Song from the Source courtesy of Demonic Sweaters! PRODUCTION NOTE: I apologize for the slightly downgraded audio quality of the interview. I chose the wrong encoding option when beginning our chat! Special Guest: Artyom Zorin.
2019-10-02
1h 00
Linux For Everyone
Episode 10: Embrace, Extend, Trust? The Microsoft Interview
On this episode I have a very candid conversation with Linux advocate Christopher Scott, a Microsoft employee who's fighting for change inside the company, and trust outside of it. Plus: A Discovery of the Week to get your game library organized Slovenian FOSS musician Luka Prinčič introduces a fantastic Song from the Source Liam Dawe stops by to tell you about one of his favorite Linux games Want to share your thoughts about Christopher's comments, or Microsoft in general? Do it here on the new DLN community forum! This episode is also av...
2019-09-25
1h 06
Linux For Everyone
Episode 9: Fine Wine - The Codeweavers Interview
Codeweavers CEO Jeremy White and Wine developer Andrew Eikum sit down for a terrific interview about the history of Wine, Codeweavers' partnership with Valve to create Proton, and the future of gaming and software on Linux. Plus: Michael and Ryan from Destination Linux join me to discuss a brand new podcast network, and the community sounds off about Huawei laptops with Deepin Linux. LINUX FOR EVERYONE NOW ON YOUTUBE! Special Guests: Andrew Eikum, Jeremy White, Michael Tunnell, and Ryan (aka DasGeek).Links:Linux For Everyone on YouTubeWineHQ...
2019-09-18
1h 11
Linux For Everyone
Episode 8: Purism's Librem 5 and the Alternative Mobile OS
Michael and Ryan from Destination Linux join me to tease a huge announcement slated for September 15, then we settle in for a discussion about Purism's Librem 5 delay, and the overall landscape of alternate mobile operating systems. Plus a Discovery of the Week that archives the webgames of the past, Manjaro levels up. then some sweet electronica from open source musician Ten Of Eleven! POST-RECORDING UPDATE: In this episode we were puzzled over Purism not posting any actual photos of the Librem 5 that was shipping. Apparently they did post more than a mockup of the...
2019-09-11
40 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 7: The elementary OS Interview
I'm joined by Daniel Foré for a revealing conversation about the philosophies, challenges and decisions involved in creating and managing a distribution like elementary OS. Plus, a Discovery of the Week your eyeballs will appreciate! Then, say hello to our first L4E Distro Challenge: MX Linux 19 Beta! To close out the episode, let's wind things down with some beautiful, melodic music from CLIFFVRD. Special Guest: Daniel Foré.Links:elementary OSGet Involved with elementary OSDaniel Foré on TwitterMX Linux – Midweight Simple Stable Desktop OSA Linux Noob Reviews The MX Linux 18.3 InstallerMX-19 Beta 1 avail...
2019-09-04
1h 06
Linux For Everyone
Episode 6: Paid Distros and Linux Laptops
This week's main topics are inspired entirely by community conversations in the show's Telegram group. First, listeners sound off about the concept of paid Linux distros. Then we head into a conversation about the Linux laptop ecosystem, and whether or not we should feel "locked in" to buying systems from Linux laptop manufacturers like System76, Dell and Purism. Plus, Liam from GamingOnLinux is back to share one of this favorite new games, a Discovery of the Week double feature, and some awesome post-modern funk from music collaboration site WikiLoops.com. Special Guest: Liam Dawe.
2019-08-28
37 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 5: Developer Edition with Dell's Barton George
Dell's Barton George joins me to discuss the brand new XPS 13 Developer Edition Linux laptop, the re-launch of the Project Sputnik website, and the successes and struggles the team has faced over the last 7 years. Plus, learn how to test more than 230 operating systems from any browser, and enjoy some atmospheric steampunk-inspired music from Red Ambassador! Special Guest: Barton George.Links:Barton's Blog — The home of Dell's Project SputnikMeet The New XPS 13 Developer Edition LaptopDistroTest.net - The first online OS tester — Test more than 230 operating systems from any browserGitHub "Contribute to FOSS...
2019-08-21
42 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 4 BONUS: DasGeek Interview Lightning Round!
Enjoy a short piece of bonus content that wasn't included in Episode 4. It's a community-submitted LIGHTNING ROUND of questions for Ryan aka DasGeek! Special Guest: Ryan (aka DasGeek).
2019-08-19
04 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 4: One Year With Steam Proton
The ever-enthusiastic Ryan (aka DasGeek) joins the show to discuss his Linux origin story, an amazing year with Steam Proton, and how Valve changed the Linux gaming landscape forever. Plus: L4E listeners give their best tips for Linux beginners, and we hear from a band that created their latest album entirely on Ubuntu Studio. Special Guest: Ryan (aka DasGeek).Links:Patreon — Support this podcast and get cool perks like early access to episodes, beautiful 320k audio and an Associate Producer credit!Join Our Discord! — Hang out with an awesome, helpful Linux comm...
2019-08-14
58 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 3: Go Make Stuff
In the first Community Voice segment, listeners sound off about Manjaro 18.1 and the LibreOffice versus FreeOffice situation. Plus an awesome way to browse those man pages and learn some new Terminal commands! For the Linux Gaming Report, the big boss at Bearded Giant Games discusses his 'Linux First Initiative,' an unusual origin story, and what it takes to survive as a one-man indie game studio. Then Atroxity takes us out with some atmospheric electronica. Special Guest: Constantine Bacioiu (aka Zapa).Links:Patreon — Support this podcast and get cool perks like early ac...
2019-08-07
46 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 2: Swing The Doors Wide Open
A jam-packed episode kicks off with a weekly software discovery, then we glide into a community spotlight with Linux Lads' Conor Murphy. The meat of Episode 2 revolves around Endeavour OS as we take a deep dive into the new Arch-based distro. Plus, The Linux Gaming Report debuts, and the show closes with some incredible electronic jams from Polish FOSS musician Unfa. Special Guests: Conor Murphy and Liam Dawe.Links:Our Telegram Group — Join the fun and geek out with the Linux For Everyone communityGuake Terminal — Guake is a top-down terminal for Gnome (in t...
2019-07-31
42 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 1: One Year With Linux
Welcome to Linux For Everyone! In this first episode, I recap my first year with Linux and explain how it changed both my personal and professional life. Plus, Songs from the Source debuts, and I'll get you prepared for our first Distro Challenge: Endeavour OS. Links:Linux For Everyone: Telegram GroupLinux For Everyone: TwitterLinux For Everyone: FacebookDitching Windows: 2 Weeks With Ubuntu Linux On The Dell XPS 13 — The Forbes article that started it all from July 2018Valve Changes Everything In August 2018Endeavour OS — Check out Endeavour OS for the next Distro Challenge!Penguin Polka by Rob...
2019-07-24
20 min
Linux For Everyone
Episode 0: Welcome /home
As I enter year 2 of my Linux journey, a brand new adventure begins. Welcome to Linux For Everyone, a podcast about desktop Linux, open source software and the people creating it. Links:Linux For Everyone: TwitterLinux For Everyone: FacebookLinux For Everyone: TelegramJason @ Forbes — Read my articles about Linux at ForbesI Make FOSS — The "I Make Foss" Twitter account Logo Design by Syed Rahman — Linux For Everyone logo designed by Syed RahmanTheme Song: "Brain Dead" by Jerry Morrison & Jason Evangelho — Written by Jerry Morrison. Vocals by Jason Evangelho. Listen to the full version at Soundcloud!
2019-07-19
08 min
Destination Linux
Episode 124: Destination Linux EP124 – Jason Evangelho of Forbes
In this episode of Destination Linux we invite Jason Evangelho of Forbes.com to be our guest. Jason is a podcaster, technology enthusiast, writer for Forbes and Linux advocate. We talk to Jason about his work and his journey into Linux and his experience with it and the community. Guest Links: https://twitter.com/killyourfm https://www.forbes.com/sites/jasonevangelho Hosts of Destination Linux: Michael of TuxDigital = https://tuxdigital.com Ryan, aka DasGeek = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Zeb, aka Zebedeeboss = https://youtube.com/zebedeeboss Noah of Ask...
2019-06-07
1h 49
LINUX Unplugged
283: The Premiere Shell
Joe joins Wes to discuss the state of Adobe's Creative Cloud on Linux and why the Fish shell might be your favorite new tool. Plus community news, a reality check on Linux gaming, and some shiny new hardware.Special Guests: Jason Evangelho and Peter Ammon.Support LINUX UnpluggedLinks:Pretty much every recent Windows Phone is now hackableFedora 31 Isn't Expected To Be Delayed After All — Since November the developers behind Fedora Linux had been discussing whether to significantly delay or even cancel Fedora 31 so they could spend around one year wo...
2019-01-09
1h 10
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
The Vryll Society: Andrei Rublev
Liverpool UK psychedelic rockers The Vryll Society released the single Andrei Rublev on 14th April, creating further anticipation ahead of the release of their debut album this summer. Inspired by scenes from Andre Tarkovsky’s 1996 arthouse classic film, Andrei Rublev is an emotive charge of hip-hop drums, crunching bass lines and hypnotic guitar solos, hinting further at the themes and ideas likely to form the basis of their upcoming record. Having produced a series of critically acclaimed singles over the last few years, including live stalwarts ‘A Perfect Rhythm’ and ‘Shadow Of A Wave’, the fast-risin...
2018-04-25
04 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
The Vryll Society: Andrei Rublev
Liverpool UK psychedelic rockers The Vryll Society released the single Andrei Rublev on 14th April, creating further anticipation ahead of the release of their debut album this summer. Inspired by scenes from Andre Tarkovsky’s 1996 arthouse classic film, Andrei Rublev is an emotive charge of hip-hop drums, crunching bass lines and hypnotic guitar solos, hinting further at the themes and ideas likely to form the basis of their upcoming record. Having produced a series of critically acclaimed singles over the last few years, including live stalwarts ‘A Perfect Rhythm’ and ‘Shadow Of A Wave’, the fast-rising Merseyside outfit are...
2018-04-25
04 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Dreaming of the Pyramids: The Rain
Dreaming of the Pyramids are a Swedish alternative rock band based in the southern city of Karlskrona, with a new double a-side out on Spotify called “The Rain / The Sun Still Shines For You” Inspired by old shoegaze bands like Slowdive and Ride as well as more modern music like the killers. Dreamy synths, layered guitars and whispered vocals. They have six tracks up on Soundcloud, including this double a-side, so check out the links below. FACEBOOK | SOUNDCLOUD | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE
2018-04-18
04 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Dreaming of the Pyramids: The Rain
Dreaming of the Pyramids are a Swedish alternative rock band based in the southern city of Karlskrona, with a new double a-side out on Spotify called “The Rain / The Sun Still Shines For You” Inspired by old shoegaze bands like Slowdive and Ride as well as more modern music like the killers. Dreamy synths, layered guitars and whispered vocals. They have six tracks up on Soundcloud, including this double a-side, so check out the links below. FACEBOOK | SOUNDCLOUD | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Download The Rain IR: DD on HypeMachine Free Musi...
2018-04-18
04 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Night Owls: Better With Age
Leeds UK grunge pop trio Night Owls share Better With Age, the second punishing cut from their ‘Tragically Human’ EP due for release next month. Snarling, ferocious and dripping with fury, the Leeds outfit’s latest offering sees them incorporate experimental electronic influences within their distinctive sound, whilst retaining their boundless energy and trademark vocals to sublime effect. With slots supporting the likes of Cloud Nothings, Yuck and Tigercub already ticked off alongside an appearance at Reading & Leeds Festival, the band’s burgeoning live reputation is sure to develop further in the coming months with live...
2018-04-13
02 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Night Owls: Better With Age
Leeds UK grunge pop trio Night Owls share Better With Age, the second punishing cut from their ‘Tragically Human’ EP due for release next month. Snarling, ferocious and dripping with fury, the Leeds outfit’s latest offering sees them incorporate experimental electronic influences within their distinctive sound, whilst retaining their boundless energy and trademark vocals to sublime effect. With slots supporting the likes of Cloud Nothings, Yuck and Tigercub already ticked off alongside an appearance at Reading & Leeds Festival, the band’s burgeoning live reputation is sure to develop further in the coming months with live dates ac...
2018-04-13
02 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Llovers: A Second With You
Teeside UK based Llovers released their latest single A Second With You on 6th April. Indie darlings Llovers possess bags of potential and take another giant leap forward in their latest release A Second With You. Packed with glistening hooks and the anthemic quality to match, the Teesside outfit display their songwriting prowess once more and blend genres to perfection, drawing welcome comparisons to Tame Impala, MGMT and The 1975. With extensive backing from the online community (NME, DIY, Dork, Clash), BBC 6 Music airplay and an impressive live show already leading to support slots alongside...
2018-04-11
04 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Llovers: A Second With You
Teeside UK based Llovers released their latest single A Second With You on 6th April. Indie darlings Llovers possess bags of potential and take another giant leap forward in their latest release A Second With You. Packed with glistening hooks and the anthemic quality to match, the Teesside outfit display their songwriting prowess once more and blend genres to perfection, drawing welcome comparisons to Tame Impala, MGMT and The 1975. With extensive backing from the online community (NME, DIY, Dork, Clash), BBC 6 Music airplay and an impressive live show already leading to support slots alongside...
2018-04-11
04 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
FEVA: Makin’ Waves
Newcastle UK based FEVA‘s latest single Makin’ Waves was released 5th April. Indie rockers FEVA return with Makin’ Waves, delivering an onslaught of fiercely infectious, high-octane riffs in their trademark anthemic style ahead of a series of tour dates throughout the UK. Receiving widespread praise following the release of their blistering debut single Blind late last year, the Newcastle quartet have since firmly established themselves as a tenacious live outfit with several sold-out hometown headline shows and support slots alongside acts including Anteros and The Pale White. [via Super Cat PR] FACEBOOK | TWITTER | INSTAG...
2018-04-09
03 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Cubbage: Secrets
Philly artist CUBBAGE has returned with the spirited five track effort “Live at Forge Recording“, giving a more visceral vibe to their one-take live versions of new songs and covers. The excellent new EP was released on March 30, 2018 as is available under a name-your-price model at Bandcamp. Highly recommended! WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | BANDCAMP | TWITTER Secrets by Cubbage is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0) license. Secrets HypeMachine
2018-04-08
03 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Kings: Wake Up Scared
The absolutely beautiful harmonies on “Wake Up Scared” can officially be found as the second track off the late 2013 debut EP “Bones” by Brooklyn musicians KINGS. The band has other releases available via BC in addition to their EP, including the solid 2016 LP “All That We Keep“, available for $15 total on both. Artwork and Design by Jeannine Armbruster Photography by Joe Sturm FACEBOOK | BANDCAMP | TWITTER Wake Up Scared by Kings is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0) license. Wake Up Scared HypeMachine
2018-04-08
02 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Pizzagirl: Seabirds
Liverpool bedroom pop artist Pizzagirl releases Seabirds, via Manchester label Heist or Hit, ahead of debut EP ‘An Extended Play’ to be released next Friday April 13th. Having trickled his first few delectable electronic gems out from his bedroom-studio (or ‘Beatzeria’), and into the world via the Power of The Internet, Pizzagirl is almost ready […]
2018-04-07
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
Cronos Debe Morir: Despertar
Santiago, Chile band CRONOS DEBE MORIR recently released their EP, “Despertar” on February 5th, with six blistering tracks of really quality punk rock contained within. The four-piece band formed as long-time friends and former members of Nada Nuevo, Mustang, CXTK and Capitan Morgan. The idea behind the band was in a sense to “rematch” to […]
2018-04-06
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Daily Dose MP3 Blog
The Fretless: Holton Alan Moore’s
The Fretless is the Canadian fiddle foursome playing an essential part in the emerging movement mainstreaming traditional Irish folk music. Holton Alan Moore’s is from their album ‘Live From The Artfarm’ which will be released in a few days. Starting with its debut album in 2012, the band has steadily pushed further into the public […]
2018-04-04
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Enhanced
Insomnia Radio #153 (AAC)
Not really Enhanced For those of you loyal IR Subscribers using the Enhanced feed, I’m posting this in aac/m4a format, but I can’t do the chapter stuff that you Mac guys can do. Sorry. For the full show notes please go here Download [audio:http://insomniaradio.net/audio/ir153.m4a]
2008-03-22
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Enhanced
Insomnia Radio #152: Instrumentalized (AAC)
This episode of IR strips out the vocals and commences with the talented musicianship of 7 bands who know how to rock your socks off without the use of vocal chords. Read the full post for the tracklist, links to purchase their music, and ways to get in touch with each artist directly from our site. Oh, and crank it! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE (Enhanced AAC For iTunes/iPod) 8 Reasons Insomnia Radio Exists: Snake & Jet: Richard Chamberlain | Buy @ Label Earthless: Godspeed | Buy @ Label | Full 20 Minute...
2008-02-23
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Enhanced
Insomnia Radio #150: Listen or Get Out of the Way (ENHANCED)
ENHANCED, with chapter art, URL’s, and individual tracks. DOWNLOAD IT HERE (for Safari/Firefox/iTunes) This episode of IR is a bit unusual in the fact that I felt it necessary to go on a bit of a rant. While that’s not abnormal, THIS rant is about YOU the listener and indie music junkie. It’s not harsh, it’s just very honest. But on to the important stuff! The last featured bands of 2007 are: Sunset Cinema Club: Sunday Best Stevie Salas: Kickback | iTunes | eMusic Admiral Twin: In My Veins | iTunes...
2007-12-11
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Enhanced
Insomnia Radio #149: 81 Minute Time Machine (Enhanced)
From a self hosted bittorrent feed, handwritten RSS code, iPodio, Libsyn, the anti podsquad rant, AMP, the first 5 listeners, and most notably a ton of great music: The first 20 episodes of the show was a very memorable chunk of time for me. DOWNLOAD IR 149 (Enhanced for iTunes/iPod) Subscribe in iTunes: Get Future Shows Free
2007-11-25
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Enhanced
Insomnia Radio #148: Five More Reasons (ENHANCED)
Today’s episode has a catchy/rock/powerpop vibe, and these songs are simply outstanding. I’d suggest just buying every album. CONTENTS 1) Admiral Twin – Good as Gold 2) Plans & Apologies – Metoo 3) Esquimaux – All Winter Long (original version) 4) Brer – Microwaveable 5) Quiet Life – Every Dime Download IR 148: Enhanced for iPod/iTunes
2007-11-19
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Enhanced
Insomnia Radio #147: Melancholy Revisited (ENHANCED)
When selecting and listening to the tracks contained in this episode, it became crystal clear that this music begs not to be interrupted. As such, there’s very little commentary from me. Looking back, I also find it fascinating that this TYPE of episode comes around every November… Above all, enjoy this one preferably at night or anytime you’re feeling particularly moody. [audio:http://insomniaradio.net/audio/ir147.m4a] DOWNLOAD IR 147 Here 6 REASONS INSOMNIA RADIO EXISTS 1) The Quiet Life – Niantic Bay Blues 2) Longacre – Target Market 3) Marla Hansen – Hollow & Bol...
2007-11-07
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Enhanced
Insomnia Radio #146: Rocking and Ranting (ENHANCED)
IR kicks back into rock mode with new music from Automatic 7, Beth Thornley, Lorenzo’s Music, and more. This episode also features a rare rant explaining why you are NOT hearing a certain band on this show. [audio:http://insomniaradio.net/audio/ir146.m4a] DOWNLOAD IR 146 Here TRACK LISTING 1) Beth Thornley – Mr. Lovely 2) Javelinas – Red Shoes 3) Ivy League – Only Escape 4) Vox Palma – Happy Dagger 5) Automatic 7 – Sunday Eyes 6) Lorenzo’s Music – After All
2007-11-02
00 min
Insomnia Radio: Enhanced
Insomnia Radio #145: A Little Different (Enhanced)
DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE (Enhanced for ipod/iTunes) Amanda Jayne from “Swoon” (Whatabout Music, LLC) Stream from Rhapsody Buy at Rhapsody More On This Album Coltrane Motion: Twenty-Seven | iTunes | eMusic Lorenzo’s Music: Went Your Way Check out their Podcast | New Album Soon Parker Street Cinema: Blood Music From their upcoming December 4th Release William The Conqueror: Around Email the band to get the new Acoustic EPThis episode is sponsored by Wired Medium. They’re a web hosting from najlepszy hosting company that’s offering...
2007-11-01
00 min