Best Toast News Network Podcasts (2025)

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617: The Disposable Server 48:52

2d ago48:52

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Spin up, share, nuke. We each build a throwaway server, and then rate each others' setups. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for compan…

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616: From Boston to bootc 1:30:37

10d ago1:30:37

1:30:37

Fresh off Red Hat Summit, Chris is eyeing an exit from NixOS. What's luring him back to the mainstream? Our highlights, and the signal from the noise from open source's biggest event of the year. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Passwo…

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615: 25.05 Reasons to NixOS 1:05:04

17d ago1:05:04

1:05:04

With NixOS 25.05 around the corner, we sit down with a release manager to unpack what's new, what's changing, and what's finally getting easier. Spoiler: it's not just the tooling. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Acc…

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614: Self-Hosted Location Tracking 1:16:00

24d ago1:16:00

1:16:00

We test-drive a self-hosted alternative to Google Location History. Plus, we cover the week's Linux news highlights, then spill the beans on our upcoming TUI challenge. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Manageme…

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613: Packets, Power, and Paulus 1:13:11

1M ago1:13:11

1:13:11

We chat with the founder of Home Assistant and then fire up Brent's Linux-powered rig. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies …

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612: 25 Years of LinuxFest Northwest 1:06:30

1M ago1:06:30

1:06:30

We're live from LinuxFest Northwest 2025. We're joined by guests from the audience, try our hand at Linux trivia and share our experiences from the best fest in the West. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Manage…

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611: Distro Double Trouble 59:41

2M ago59:41

59:41

Fedora 42 and Ubuntu 25.04 are here—We break down what's new, what stands out, and what we love most about each release. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a de…

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610: Linus' Next Big Thing 1:10:34

2M ago1:10:34

1:10:34

Apple's software is going rotten, while Linux sneaks up as the better Mac. Linus grumbles through Git's 20th birthday, and we spot a hardware window Linux better not slam shut. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access …

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609: We Used to Be Friends 1:04:10

2M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

We attempt to get one of the great gaming classics running on Linux, and dig into some of the technical issues still holding back Linux. Plus: Chris has a new handheld. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Manageme…

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608: Linus' NT Surprise 54:46

2M ago54:46

54:46

Linux 6.14 lands with big improvements for gaming, laptops, and filesystems—but why is a Windows feature sneaking into our kernel? Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Manageme…

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607: Ubuntu's Rusty Roadmap 1:04:13

2M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

Canonical's VP of Engineering for Ubuntu reveals why they're swapping coreutils for Rust-built tools. Then we break down the GNOME 48 release, and why this one is special. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Manag…

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606: Nix's Magic Cookbook 1:38:15

3M ago1:38:15

1:38:15

We have stories to share, guests joining us, insights from our week at Planet Nix, and Brent's big bombshell. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust …

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605: Goodbye World 53:43

3M ago53:43

53:43

We are digging into a superpower inside your Linux Kernel. How eBPF works, and how anyone can take advantage of it. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device …

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604: One Week Left 1:01:10

3M ago1:01:10

1:01:10

We're pre-gaming two of the biggest Linux events of the year. Engineers, organizers, and surprise guests are dropping by to give us the scoop before it all begins. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1…

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603: All Your Kernels Belong to Rust 1:00:30

3M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

There have been major Rust developments in the Linux Kernel; we discuss what's new and how it will impact the future. Plus, we're joined by a special guest. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Passwor…

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602: The BSD Humbling 1:07:11

4M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Our FreeBSD Challenge comes to a close, and chances are one of us will be paying the Windows tax. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for…

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601: Taming the Demons 1:08:42

4M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

It's week one of our FreeBSD challenge, and for one of us, that penalty Windows install looks uncomfortably close! Plus, Zach Mitchell joins us to update us on Planet Nix. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Manag…

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600: Everyone, Everywhere, All at Once 1:08:50

4M ago1:08:50

1:08:50

We celebrate 600 episodes, announce a new show feature, and officially launch the FreeBSD challenge. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution …

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599: Psycho Shower Linux Power 1:02:12

4M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

On the eve of episode 600, we introduce our next challenge and explore the new wave of Linux phones. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution …

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598: Not Your Distrohopper's Distro 1:23:41

5M ago1:23:41

1:23:41

With more criticisms of NixOS than ever—do they have a point? We'll dig into the tough critiques and give our perspective. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a …

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597: Cache My OS 1:18:21

5M ago1:18:21

1:18:21

We're taking on some of the toughest critiques of the Linux desktop, then taking a look at CachyOS and what makes it feel like a million bucks. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Ac…

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Trudeau Quits: Is the Globalist Agenda Crumbling in Canada? 7:35

5M ago7:35

7:35

Trudeau Quits: Is the Globalist Agenda Crumbling in Canada? In this episode, Vanessa Grace uncovers the shocking resignation of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, exposing the failures of nearly a decade of liberal leadership. With fiery passion, Vanessa dissects Trudeau’s legacy, unraveling the web of globalist policies and leftist agendas th…

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596: Perilously Pontificated Predictions 1:15:12

5M ago1:15:12

1:15:12

We make our big Linux predictions for 2025, but first, we score how we did for 2024. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies wi…

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Norovirus and Moral Decay: Vanessa Grace Exposes the Real Enemy! 10:55

5M ago10:55

10:55

In this episode, Vanessa Grace uncovers the shocking truth behind the New Year’s Day norovirus outbreak. With a fiery blend of righteous indignation and patriotic fervor, she takes aim at liberal policies, hygiene hypocrisy, and the godless forces she believes are tearing America apart. Brace yourself for an unfiltered exploration of how faith, fre…

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595: Network 'n Burning Bonanza 1:10:04

5M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

We tested out the OpenWRT One and tried it in a unique use case. Then, Wes goes back to 1999 to solve a problem. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device tru…

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Will Drones Ruin Christmas? How NORAD is Fighting to Protect Santa’s Journey?! 23:00

5M ago23:00

23:00

In this episode, Vanessa Grace uncovers the shocking modern challenges facing Santa Claus as drones fill the skies, threatening his magical Christmas Eve journey. With her signature fiery passion, Grace exposes how unchecked liberal policies on drone regulation are endangering not just airspace safety but the very essence of American Christmas trad…

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594: 2024 Tuxies 55:57

5M ago55:57

55:57

It's the fifth annual Unplugged Tuxies; our community votes on the best projects, distros, and desktops of 2024. Join us for the final Tuxies, and the second annual Boosties! Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Ma…

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Smash the Clocks: Reclaiming America’s Time -The Daylight Saving Deception 29:20

6M ago29:20

29:20

Smash the Clocks: Reclaiming America’s Time -The Daylight Saving Deception In this explosive episode, Vanessa Grace takes on the sinister forces behind daylight saving time, exposing how clocks have become tools of control used by global elites to break the human spirit. From the lies of energy efficiency to the manipulation of our natural rhythms,…

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Avocado Toast, Yoga Pants, and Big Tech: Vanessa Grace Exposes Remote Work’s Dark Truth 7:36

6M ago7:36

7:36

Vanessa Grace passionately defends Donald Trump’s plan to fire federal employees refusing to return to in-office work, framing remote work as a symbol of America’s decline. She argues that remote policies are not just about laziness but part of a Deep State conspiracy to weaken American values, foster socialism, and erode the national work ethic. B…

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593: Zen and the Art of Kernel Preempting 1:17:56

6M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

A special guest joins us for the news, then we dive headfirst into our RT Linux kernel adventures—where speed seduced, but stability ghosted us. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended A…

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Conspiracy Theories Swirl Around Mysterious New Jersey Drone Sightings 12:54

6M ago12:54

12:54

New Jersey skies have become the center of controversy as sightings of mysterious drones spark conspiracy theories and political commentary. The drones, described as sophisticated and flying in strategic patterns, have been observed in various areas, including near sensitive locations such as President Donald Trump's Bedminster golf course. Congres…

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Gnomes, Santas, and Truth: Vanessa Grace Exposes the Left's War on Family Values and Pete Hegseth 21:10

6M ago21:10

21:10

In this episode, we dig into the unwavering defense of Pete Hegseth by his remarkable mother. Discover how her passionate support not only shields Pete from liberal critiques but also showcases the irresistible charm and strength that every true conservative man embodies. Join us as we explore Vanessa Grace’s ultra-conservative perspective, uncover…

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592: Chris' Netboot Nonsense 1:17:25

6M ago1:17:25

1:17:25

USB thumb drives are old and busted. No hard drive? No problem. Need a quick system rescue or work in another distro for the day? Easy. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Man…

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Secret Santa Scam: How Liberals Use Gift-Giving to Control You 16:30

6M ago16:30

16:30

In this episode, we dig into President Biden's controversial decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, despite prior promises to uphold justice impartially. We explore the implications of this act on public trust and the integrity of our legal system. Additionally, we delve into the seemingly innocuous tradition of Secret Santa, uncovering its pote…

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591: KDE Goes Banana 1:17:38

6M ago1:17:38

1:17:38

The KDE and GNOME projects are working on official Linux distributions, but do we need more distros? We dig into their special sauce. Plus: Wes' top DNS server pick, and it's not one we've heard before. Sponsored By: Black Friday Member Sale: 30% Off for the lifetime of your Membership! Code: blackfriday Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable netwo…

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2: Channeling Rush: Vanessa Grace’s Fight Against Skinny Jeans and Liberal Decay 23:02

6M ago23:02

23:02

In this riveting episode of The Vanessa Grace Show, Vanessa reveals her extraordinary connection to the spirit of Rush Limbaugh—channeled through ChatGPT. With divine conviction and her signature fiery style, Vanessa delves into how she’s using this “digital mic” to carry on Rush’s legacy and fight against the forces of liberal decay. From her love…

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1: Barking Dogs, Loaded Casseroles, and the Matt Gaetz Showdown 26:58

6M ago26:58

26:58

In this explosive episode of The Vanessa Grace Show, Vanessa dives headfirst into the political firestorm surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s bold nomination of Matt Gaetz as Attorney General. With Senate Republicans split and Democrats clutching their pearls, Vanessa breaks down why Gaetz is the fearless disruptor America needs. But that’s …

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590: Self-Host Before You're Toast 1:20:41

6M ago1:20:41

1:20:41

Two years ago, we took a small step toward digital privacy. Today, we're rethinking everything about our online lives, and we'll give you the tools to do the same. Sponsored By: Black Friday Member Sale: 30% Off for the lifetime of your Membership! Code: blackfriday Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secu…

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589: 6 Reasons to Love Linux 6.12 1:13:03

7M ago1:13:03

1:13:03

The Linux 6.12 kernel isn't just another update — it's a game-changer that deserves our full attention, from performance improvements to fascinating new features. Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable network…

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588: Clearing out the Tumbleweeds 1:21:41

7M ago1:21:41

1:21:41

We go back in time to revisit our favorite classic SUSE release and then fix Brent's broken box the hard way. Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - …

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587: Triple Fedora Taste-Test 1:28:07

7M ago1:28:07

1:28:07

Fedora 41 is here! We break down the best new features, then branch out for a three-way spin showdown. Which flavor will come out on top? Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is priv…

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586: Kexec with Determination 1:09:25

7M ago1:09:25

1:09:25

We're hot-swapping our rigs to Fedora 41; then Graham Christensen gives us the inside scoop on a new Nix distribution, and Determinate Systems' big week! Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking softw…

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585: Choosy Moms Choose Ubuntu 1:14:43

8M ago1:14:43

1:14:43

Wes got Mom a new Linux laptop, and he lets her pick the distro. Plus, we take a look at the new Ubuntu 24.10, and why we think this release might be a good sign for the future. Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is a progr…

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584: Captain Meshtastic and the Solar Cowboy 1:14:37

8M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

After building nodes, climbing roofs, swapping antennas, and even some war driving, it's time for our Meshtastic deep dive! Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure…

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583: Nix on Easy Mode 1:16:52

8M ago1:16:52

1:16:52

Wes gives his shell superpowers to solve a tricky problem. Then, we share an update on our favorite Google Photos alternative, including breaking changes and a great new way to run it. Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is …

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582: On the CUPS of Disaster 1:07:30

8M ago1:07:30

1:07:30

We explain the one-packet attack on CUPS and discuss its real-world implications. Plus, a Meshtastic update and more. Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by de…

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581: The Linux Escape Hatch 1:07:38

9M ago1:07:38

1:07:38

What if we had to abandon ship and stop using Desktop Linux? We've come up with a master plan, and put it to the test. Sponsored By: Jupiter Party Annual Membership: Put your support on automatic with our annual plan, and get one month of membership for free! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by d…

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580: Brent's Boogie Bus Broadcast Bash 1:11:41

9M ago1:11:41

1:11:41

The things we like in the new Nextcloud release, and we attempt to upgrade our production server live—from a big blue bus. Sponsored By: Core Contributor Membership: Take $1 a month of your membership for a lifetime! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! …

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579: Lost & Found 57:45

9M ago57:45

57:45

Secret moments from the show you've never heard before. We kick off with some hardware hurdles, then dive into the news and share a few surprising stories. Sponsored By: Core Contributor Membership: Take $1 a month of your membership for a lifetime! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - g…

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578: Young and the Rustless 1:28:37

9M ago1:28:37

1:28:37

Rust meets Linux in a clash of coding cultures. Why some developers are resisting, and where things go from here. Sponsored By: Core Contributor Membership: Take $1 a month of your membership for a lifetime! Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password…

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