
Linux Matters
Join 3 experienced Open Source professionals as they discuss the impact Linux has in their daily lives. Upbeat family-friendly banter, conversation and discussion for Linux enthusiasts and casual observers of all ages. A new episode every two weeks covering terminal productivity, desktop experience, development, gaming, hosting, hardware, community, cloud-native and all the Linux Matters that matter.
Latest episodes

Jun 27, 2023 • 32min
Writing a Game for Linux
Join Alan, extending ADSB receivers, as he shares tips on enhancing aircraft visibility. Mark discusses his amusing journey of hacking a washing machine, mixing DIY with humor. Martin dives into his Linux Game Jam 2023 project, Antsy Alien Attack Pico, highlighting the unique challenges of creating a game within the Pico 8 environment. The trio explores the joys and quirks of tech tinkering, combining personal anecdotes with intriguing insights into game development and appliance automation!

Jun 13, 2023 • 34min
Extending GNOME Is Hard
In this episode:
Mark is writing a GNOME Extension
Martin edits without nano, switching to Micro
Alan presents what we learned from AskUbuntu
You can send your feedback via show@linuxmatters.sh or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community you can join:
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The #linux-matters channel on the Late Night Linux Discord server.
If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us using Patreon or PayPal. For $5 a month on Patreon, you can enjoy an ad-free feed of Linux Matters, or for $10, get access to all the Late Night Linux family of podcasts ad-free.

May 30, 2023 • 32min
Automatic for the People
In this episode:
Alan announces RSS is alive and well, and powering Mastodon bots
Mark finds the best mouse for desktop Linux. Possibly.
Martin is using the Stream Deck to automate desktop Linux
You can send your feedback via show@linuxmatters.sh or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community you can join:
The Linux Matters Chatters on Telegram.
The #linux-matters channel on the Late Night Linux Discord server.
If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us using Patreon or PayPal. For $5 a month on Patreon, you can enjoy an ad-free feed of Linux Matters, or for $10, get access to all the Late Night Linux family of podcasts ad-free.

May 16, 2023 • 29min
Soaking Up the Cider
In this episode:
Martin switches to Apple Music on Desktop Linux
Alan starts Sideloading Homebrew on Steam Deck
Mark tries to find note-taking nirvana
You can send your feedback via show@linuxmatters.sh or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community you can join:
The Linux Matters Chatters on Telegram.
The #linux-matters channel on the Late Night Linux Discord server.
If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us using Patreon or PayPal. For $5 a month on Patreon, you can enjoy an ad-free feed of Linux Matters, or for $10, get access to all the Late Night Linux family of podcasts ad-free.
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May 2, 2023 • 33min
Lawful Evil Monitor Alignment
Mark hilariously links D&D alignments to monitor layouts, sparking a debate on how screens shape our gaming personas. Alan dives into his tech project, crafting an ADB-S receiver with a Raspberry Pi to share flight data on FlightRadar24. Meanwhile, Martin shares his journey playing games on Linux without a Steam Deck, discussing the nuances of setting up a tailored family gaming device. The trio blends humor with tech insights, showcasing the intersection of gaming and innovative setups.

Apr 18, 2023 • 37min
Mastodon on My Résumé
In this episode:
Alan is running Mastodon for a group of friends.
Martin is looking for the best Linux-loving laptop to rival the Apple Silicon offerings.
Mark uses the Steam Deck as his primary gaming device.
You can send your feedback via show@linuxmatters.sh or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community you can join:
The Linux Matters Chatters on Telegram.
The #linux-matters channel on the Late Night Linux Discord server.
If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us using Patreon or PayPal. For $5 a month on Patreon, you can enjoy an ad-free feed of Linux Matters, or for $10, get access to all the Late Night Linux family of podcasts ad-free.

Apr 11, 2023 • 27sec
Introducing Linux Matters Podcast
Hello friends!
We’ve got the band back together, and we’re excited to announce the launch of our new podcast, Linux Matters. We’ll be here every two weeks, talking about the impact Linux has on our daily lives. While the podcast is new, our voices might be familiar to you. Linux Matters is brought to you by the minds and voices behind the Ubuntu Podcast.
Join us for some upbeat family-friendly banter, conversation and discussion for Linux enthusiasts and casual observers of all ages. We’ll be covering terminal productivity, desktop apps, self-hosting, Linux hardware and devices, community management, gaming, development and all the Linux Matters that matter.
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