The Uncast Show

The Unraid Content  Creator OGs unite in a a long-overdue chat about Unraid, content creation, real-world homelab security, rack tours, future video collabs, and more.Ramy shares how a personal need led him to Unraid and Docker, why the community pulled him back to YouTube, and what’s on deck for Ibracorp. We compare media server stacks (Plex vs Jellyfin vs Emby), talk reverse proxies vs. VPN-only access, walk through Ramy’s rack and Ed’s upcoming encrypted-array auto-unlock plugin, and swap practical security tips for Unraiders.We also announce upcoming Spaceinvader One × Ibracorp collabs—drop your ideas in the comments so we make the videos you want!Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

August and September were massive months for Unraid! We celebrated our 20th Anniversary Birthday Bash with milestone events, community content, and big product updates. Here’s what went down:🎉 20th Anniversary HighlightsOur first-ever live 20th Anniversary eventA special anniversary video from Spaceinvader One (Ed)The launch of the brand-new Unraid Merch Store🖥️ Product Updates: Unraid OS 7.2 BetasUnraid OS 7.2.0-beta.2 and beta.3 introduced some of the biggest updates yet:A responsive WebGUI for mobile and multi-screen setupsA built-in Unraid API for automation and integrationsZFS RAIDZ pool expansion, letting you grow one disk at a timeNew filesystem support for Ext2, Ext3, Ext4, NTFS, and exFATSingle sign-on login with Google, Microsoft, and more🎥 Community ContentUnraid creators also kept the momentum going:IBRACORP returned with Unraid Zero to Hero, a new server tour, and other tutorialsSpaceinvader One and others shared guides on setup, backups, and advanced tipsSend us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

Ed and Stefano are back with a packed episode that covers everything from Unraid’s latest release to the unpredictable frontier of AI.Join the livestream on Youtube! The show kicks off with Unraid news: the 7.2 public beta introduces RAIDZ expansion, a fully responsive web GUI, and new file system support (ext2/3/4, NTFS, exFAT). They also spotlight the brand-new API Feature Bounty Program, designed to let the community build features and claim rewards. Along the way, Stefano shares how his sick week and late candles almost derailed him, while Ed recounts his PFsense router failure and recovery.The discussion then widens: compatibility issues with BitLocker-encrypted drives, the mystery of Phison SSD BSOD errors, and Linus Torvalds’ sharp rebuke of a Google engineer’s RISC-V patch. From there it’s on to the AI Wild West—ChatGPT5 vs Grok vs Gemini, the risks of bad prompts, the promise of AI-powered image editing, and the unsettling questions of AI hallucinations and sentience.Rounding things out, the duo covers security breaches, counterfeit storage scams, and why consumers still struggle with delivery services. They highlight privacy-first self-hosted tools like Stirling PDF and Paperless-ngx, revisit the resurgence of piracy fueled by streaming costs, and debate the future of broadband: Starlink’s reach vs. fiber’s reliability.Key TakeawaysUnraid celebrated its 20th anniversary with discounts and a new Feature Bounty Program.Unraid 7.2 adds RAIDZ expansion, a mobile-friendly GUI, and Windows/NAS file system support.BitLocker drives must be decrypted before adding to Unraid.Phison SSD firmware issues are causing BSODs and drive dropouts.Linus Torvalds sharply criticized a Google engineer’s RISC-V patch.ChatGPT, Grok, and Gemini compared for performance and image editing capabilities.AI hallucinations and poor prompts can create dangerous outcomes.Apple’s ecosystem integrates smoothly but locks in users.Security breaches and counterfeit drives reveal consumer risks.Delivery services continue to frustrate despite progress.Self-hosting apps like Stirling PDF and Paperless-ngx enhance privacy and control.Piracy resurges as streaming costs climb.Broadband’s future is being contested between Starlink and fiber.Chapters00:00 – Cold open & PFsense disaster recovery 02:27 – Unraid turns 20 02:57 – New Unraid API Feature Bounty Program 04:08 – How bounties work: browse, claim, build, and get rewarded 06:04 – Unraid 7.2 highlights: RAIDZ expansion, mobile GUI, NTFS/exFAT import 09:39 – Adding existing disks & parity rebuilds 11:34 – BitLocker drives and Unraid compatibility 13:02 – Phison SSD BSOD saga explained 17:55 – Linus Torvalds vs Google engineer 22:04 – AI roundup: ChatGPT5, Grok, Gemini “Nano Banana” 29:08 – Apple vs Windows ecosystems 34:54 – Macs at work and ecosystem lock-in 40:45 – Android ↔ Mac file transfers and KDE Connect 46:16 – Google AI overviews gone wrong 48:09 – YouTube “complaints” 49:33 – AI missteps: bromism, bad prompts, vending machine hallucinations 58:40 – Security updates: Exchange zero-day, Salesforce breach 01:00:11 – Fake/refurb drives, Chia fallout, Amazon risks 01:08:24Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

This month , we’re celebrating 20 years of Unraid OS with new features, major community events, and a limited-time sale. From the launch of Unraid 7.2.0-beta.1 to our biggest giveaway ever, there’s a lot to unpack.In this episode: – The 20th Anniversary Sale: 20% off licenses, upgrades, and all merch – How to enter the Show Us Your Server competition – What’s new in Unraid 7.2.0-beta.1, including the mobile app, API, and Home Assistant integration – A look at the new ESP32-powered Unraid Monitor – Community highlights and forum threads you shouldn’t missLinks & Show Notes: – Merch Store → https://merch.unraid.net – Live Event RSVP → https://unraid.net/blog/20-days-of-unraid – Show Us Your Server → https://unraid.net/blog/show-us-your-server – Unraid 7.2.0-beta.1 Release → https://unraid.net/blog/unraid-7-2-0-beta.1Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

Uncast – June 2025 DigestIn this month’s Uncast Digest, host Stefano recaps everything that went down in the Unraid world this June.We cover the latest stable releases—Unraid 7.1.3 and 7.1.4—featuring major improvements to networking, virtual machines, Docker, and storage.Highlights include:Why you should upgrade to 7.1.4Fixes for Wi-Fi networking, Docker IPs, and VM MAC assignmentsBetter mover behavior and improvements related to hard linksWatch the full June Digest episode on YouTubeOther Uncast Episodes You Shouldn’t Miss: • Unraid 7.1 Deep Dive → Watch Now • Behind-the-Scenes with Unraid’s co-CEO and API Director → Watch Now Plus:A sneak peek at Unraid’s 20th Anniversary coming in AugustApp of the Month: User Scripts Enhanced Plugin 💌 Want this in your inbox each month? Sign up for the Unraid NewsletterSend us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

In this special episode of The Uncast Show, we go behind the scenes at Unraid as the platform approaches its 20th anniversary. Co-CEO Tiffany Jones and Director of API Platforms & Cloud Services, Eli Bosley join host Ed Rawlings for an honest and insightful conversation about how Unraid has evolved—from its humble beginnings in a garage to becoming a global platform powering homelabs, NAS systems, media servers, and virtual machines.We cover:Why Unraid moved away from hardware salesThe shift to a sustainable licensing modelGrowing a fully remote team from the communityBuilding the upcoming public APIImproving onboarding and securityA brand-new backup system in the worksWhat’s next for the OS, the UI, and the distro basePlus: We answer community questions and share behind-the-scenes clips from our latest team off-site.Subscribe to the Unraid Newsletter: https://newsletter.unraid.netLearn more about Unraid OS: https://unraid.netJoin the Community: https://forums.unraid.net https://discord.unraid.net/Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uncastshow Reddit: r/unRAIDSend us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

In this episode, Ed and Stefano explore the real-world challenges of running tech YouTube channels—from the time commitment behind content creation to upcoming innovations on their platforms. They dig into technical topics like hard links, backup strategies, and the latest Unraid updates, while also addressing broader issues such as router security, changes to Microsoft Authenticator, and how AI is becoming part of everyday life.The discussion continues with a look at YouTube Premium’s impact on creators, new hardware innovations from Computex, the evolution of graphics cards, and the future of cooling solutions. They also reflect on the Mandela Effect, the expectations placed on open source software, and Plex’s controversial data policies—before wrapping up with thoughts on the direction of their podcast.What will you build with Unraid?Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less:https://unraid.net/getting-startedThe hosts of Ed & Stefano Unleashed are passionate about home servers, open-source tech, and sometimes going off on tangents. The views and opinions expressed on the show are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not reflect the opinions, policies, or positions of Lime Technology, Inc. This show is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research, experiment responsibly, and not hold the hosts accountable for any questionable home lab decisions. Most importantly, enjoy the show!Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

In this May edition of Ed & Stefano Unleashed, join us for a jam-packed discussion covering everything from Unraid 7.1's biggest new features to the frustrations of vendor lock-in in the NAS world, and much, much more:Ed returns from Japan with tech stories, cultural insights, and a few surprises—including a deep dive into Japan’s electronics scene and safety culture.We break down Unraid 7.1 features for home lab tinkerers and what ZFS pool imports mean for power users.The gaming chat heats up as DLSS4 enters the spotlight—plus, Stefano shares why high-end graphics cards sometimes hurt more than help.We talk Jellyfin vs. Plex, the end of the Self-Hosted podcast, and why community trust matters more than ever in tech.Plus, personal updates, smart home debates, and a look at how the Unraid and home lab community continues to thrive.Chapters:0:00 – Intro & Ed’s Japan Trip6:59 – Unraid 7.1: ZFS Imports, Wi-Fi Support15:51 – Graphics Cards, DLSS4 & Gaming Talk19:50 – Japan Tech Shopping & Cultural Reflections43:38 – Synology Vendor Lock-In Discussion52:53 – Farewell to Self-Hosted Podcast55:01 – Jellyfin vs. Plex1:07:52 – Smart Homes, The Last of Us +TV Chat (SPOILERS) & Viewer Q&A What will you build with Unraid? Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less:https://unraid.net/getting-startedThe hosts of Ed & Stefano Unleashed are passionate about home servers, open-source tech, and sometimes going off on tangents. The views and opinions expressed on the show are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not reflect the opinions, policies, or positions of Lime Technology, Inc. This show is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research, experiment responsibly, and not hold the hosts accountable for any questionable home lab decisions. Most importantly, enjoy the show!Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

In this LIVE episode, Ed and Stefano take a deep dive into the Unraid 7.10 Beta, unpacking exciting new features like built-in Wi-Fi support, ZFS pools, improved GPU management, and advanced dashboard customization. They discuss the importance of responsive web design for mobile access and how to manage multiple Unraid servers with custom tabs.The conversation shifts to media management, with updates on new containers and GPU performance testing. The hosts then tackle the frustrations of installing Windows 11 — from Microsoft account requirements to de-bloating tools that clean up the OS.They share personal experiences with GPU upgrades and transcoding challenges, before comparing Plex and Jellyfin as go-to media server solutions. The discussion expands into open-source AI developments, the buzz around the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, and plans for a trip to Japan.Rounding out the episode, Ed and Stefano highlight the latest Unraid updates, share their experiences with Nextcloud migration, and invite community feedback for future topics.Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

Mark your Calendars for Ed & Stefano Unleashed – Live Show This Saturday, April 5Join us at 9 AM CDT for a live episode of Ed & Stefano Unleashed — your go-to show for self-hosting talk, tech news, community Q&A, and plenty of fun.Watch it live or catch the replay!Unraid OS 7.1 Beta Series Has LaunchedThe Unraid 7.1 public beta brings major improvements for users across the board, including:-Wireless networking support (Wi-Fi)-VM enhancements: VirGL, QXL, and user-defined VM templates-Importing foreign ZFS pools-Intel Battlemage GPU support via Linux kernel 6.12.20Try it out now and help shape the next release.Beta 1 BlogBeta 2 BlogNew LincStation NAS Platforms Powered by UnraidIntroducing the LincStation N2 and S1 — compact, powerful, and pre-configured to run Unraid. Now on Kickstarter with early bird discounts for a limited time.KickstarterThe Ultimate Energy-Efficient Unraid BuildWe built a 90TB Unraid server that idles around 25 watts and costs less than $30/year to run. Ideal for 24/7 operation, it's proof you don't have to sacrifice performance for efficiency.Watch the buildRead the blogThanks for tuning in!Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube