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Linux Lads

Linux Lads
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Chat about Linux and all things connected

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Conor, Mike and Shane discuss their favourite proprietary software.

Episode edited by Jake Bauer - thanks!

You can find our episodes on YouTube

Discussion

Vivaldi browser

• Since we recorded this, swipe gestures started working in Vivaldi

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Live from OggCamp 2026 - Conor and Shane are joined by Dave (BugCast, TuxJam Podcast), Caroline (BugCast), Dan (FLOSS Weekly) and Al (TuxJam Podcast) to discuss the conference.

Episode edited by Jake Bauer - thanks!

Thanks to Joe and Gary for makin... more

Amolith and Shane only this time. Amolith talks about his NAS woes. Shane mentions using Timeshift, then gives an update on his game dev project.

Episode edited by Jake Bauer - thanks!

You can find our episodes on YouTube

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The lads discuss what options there are for them employment-wise if the industry goes to hell. They ponder recessions - past and possible future ones - and what they could do within a functioning social net and without it. They talk about working for... more

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Recent Guests

Máirín Duffy
Distinguished engineer and manager at Red Hat with a background in UX engineering.
Red Hat
Episode: Episode 152: Speaking AI-rish with Máirín Duffy of Red Hat
Joseph Dubogais
Involved in open-source software projects since 2012, contributor to the KDE ECO initiative.
KDE
Episode: Episode 148: The End of 10 Is Nigh
Phelan Whitely
A notable figure and commentator in the Linux community, known for his grumpy persona on Late Night Linux.
Late Night Linux
Episode: Episode 147: Whitely Nightly
Liam Proven
Journalist at The Register with a rich history in Linux and open source
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Episode: Episode 126: Tangential Perfection
Artyom Zorin
Co-founder and lead developer of Zorin OS
Zorin OS
Episode: Episode 125: Zorin It to Win It

Hosts

Shane
Host with multiple entries across episodes, often leading discussions and introducing topics.
Connor
Co-host known for tech insights and open-source perspectives.
Mike
Co-host contributing to Linux and open-source discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • A little on the low side of production value.

    But the expertise, diversity and dynamic of the crew makes a very good Linux podcast for people who what to understand things and not only be told what's new.

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    maalmike
    3 years ago
  • Without doubt ...

    ... and unequivocally the very best podcast by Irish Linux nerds.

    Accessible, irreverent and definitely without pretensions.

    Give it a listen sure why don't ya.

    No experience required, apply within.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    long_b
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Just a bunch of guys

    Just a bunch of guys having a little irreverential (at times) fun with all things Linux. Enjoying the show. Keep up the good work (LinUX) lads.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ziggysdomain
    Ireland8 years ago

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Community-driven with a focus on events and collaboration.
Visible enthusiasm for open-source culture and hands-on demos.
A friendly, irreverent Linux community with practical tips.
Great for listeners who want real-world workflows, not fluff.

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Talking Points

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Episode 150: AMA Special
Q: What piece of software would the average person benefit greatly from self-hosting?
They could benefit from self-hosting a media server like Jellyfin or Nextcloud for storing their files.
Episode 147: Whitely Nightly
Q: So, Phalem, I'm curious, how did you actually get to be on Late Night Linux?
Phelan discusses how his conversation at a pub led to an interview for the podcast, which eventually led to him joining as a regular host.
Episode 125: Zorin It to Win It
Q: How does the funding model for Zorin OS work?
The vast majority of revenue comes from individual users through the Pro edition, as they do not currently have any official contracts with businesses or governments.
Episode 125: Zorin It to Win It
Q: What was your initial motivation for starting Zorin OS?
The motivation was to create a Linux distro centered around normal computer users who wouldn't have to learn anything new to get started with Linux.
Episode 128: Arbitrary Concept of Sexiness
Q: Why did you choose Rust over, let's say Go or something like that?
Rust appeals to me because of my arbitrary concept of aesthetics, making it feel more 'sexy' than Go.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Linux Lads

What is Linux Lads about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A tech-focused, Linux-centric show that blends practical open-source workflows with community-driven culture. Episodes cover personal toolchains, backups, game development on Linux, and hands-on how-tos, often weaving in event reports from gatherings like Ogg Camp and Og Camp. The tone is approachable and communal, with hosts and recurring contributors sharing real-world experiences, preferences, and trade-offs around proprietary versus open solutions, hardware trends, and the evolving open-source ecosystem. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on community, hands-on demos, and ongoing coverage of events, campaigns, and tooling that helps listeners apply open-source thinking to daily tech work.

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