Self-Hosted

Brent Gervais, an expert in self-hosting and NAS systems, shares his experiences breaking free from Google's ecosystem. He discusses his transition to alternative search engines like SearXNG and Perplexity, emphasizing their effectiveness. Brent also dives into the technical challenges and satisfaction of building a personal NAS, and explores the advantages of using Tailscale for remote access. With insights on distributed video encoding and the evolution of self-hosting tools, the conversation balances tech advice with personal anecdotes.

Explore a journey from the breakup with Nextcloud to a smoother, smarter setup. Discover Jellyfin's exciting new features and Home Assistant's upgrades for media control. Learn why the latest Mac mini shines as a low-power home server, as well as the evolution of TrueNAS and the innovative ZFS advancements. Tune in for insights on optimizing media servers like Plex and Jellyfin, alongside reflections on community impacts and self-hosted AI solutions that enhance network connectivity.

The hosts share their humorous take on Halloween and grapple with sky-high GPU prices. They discuss the complexities of choosing GPUs for Linux workstations and showcase a productivity-boosting window manager. A deep dive into community firmware for better network connections follows, alongside insights on moving away from WordPress to alternatives like Hugo and Ghost. An intriguing look into anonymized search engines unveils their effectiveness, before introducing a tool to manage YouTube content seamlessly, highlighting copyright and self-hosting tips.

A month without Google Search? Find out what tools make it possible! Discover a new search engine that prioritizes privacy and customizable features. Listen as guests share their journey from gaming servers to managing data centers, complete with technical challenges and nostalgic stories. Plus, hear about the latest in Unraid technology and the temptations of new gadgets. Enjoy humorous tech discussions about cameras and file sharing while learning about empowering small businesses with tailored IT solutions!

The conversation zooms into the world of high-speed internet, tackling upload frustrations and personal networking upgrades. They share insights on Jellyfin's latest updates and discuss the reliability of various media management tools, including Grist. The new Plex Photos app is examined, along with its competition in the market. Tailscale is highlighted as a cutting-edge VPN solution that simplifies secure connections. Finally, their discussion touches on tech innovations and community engagement, celebrating milestones in automation and smart home tech.

Celebrate five years of self-hosting as the hosts reflect on transformative listener stories and the challenges of independent media. Discover the innovative Bitcoin Lightning Network, enabling fast transactions and empowering users. Unraid 7 introduces powerful features for tech enthusiasts, while the new privacy-focused 'Wish This' app offers an alternative to traditional wishlists. Tech talks include affordable Nano KVM solutions and exciting community engagement through shared projects, showcasing the importance of collaboration in the tech realm.

Josh, a passionate advocate for maker spaces and technology, shares insights about the exciting innovations in 3D printing, focusing on the Prusa Mk4S and Bamboo Lab models. He discusses the transformative role of makerspaces in community engagement and collaboration, alongside the challenges of sustaining these hubs. The conversation also touches on the limitations of traditional spreadsheets and introduces Grist as a superior alternative. Furthermore, they explore tools like Tailscale for secure networking and the Adventure Log trip planner for travel enthusiasts.

Tensions rise in the battle for code forges as HexOS emerges with promising features for home lab enthusiasts. The discussion shifts to the impact of Google's discontinuation of Chromecast and the challenges in home audio streaming. They explore innovative self-hosting solutions like Yayho, a decentralized GitHub alternative. The episode also covers efficient data management with Grist, the benefits of using Raspberry Pi with Tailscale, and insights into the Unraid 7 beta features. Community engagement through technology is a recurring theme.

ESPHome developer Keith Burzinski discusses device updates, licensing drama, and DIY server fixes. They talk about auto updates, system crashes, cooling challenges, IoT device development with ESPHome, open-source tools, and financing projects. Topics include release schedules, licensing models, community involvement, and technology upgrades like GPU transcription for podcasts.

Chris emphasizes tracking maintenance, Alex is impressed by RISC-V NanoKVM, potential use of Docmost, review LubeLogger. Discuss Unraid OS benefits, importance of updating ESP devices. ESP devices as appliances, importance of audited products. Tools for documentation, Tailscale features. Maximizing vehicle maintenance tracking. Grist database tool, image integration in OS. Configuring Proxmox on NixOS declaratively, Bazite for gaming, Bitfocus Companion usability.