Self-Hosted
Jupiter Broadcasting
Discover new software and hardware to get the best out of your network, control smart devices, and secure your data on cloud services. Self-Hosted is a chat show between Chris and Alex two long-time "self-hosters" who share their lessons and take you along for the journey as they learn new ones. A Jupiter Broadcasting podcast showcasing free and open source technologies you can host yourself.
145: The Great Plexodus
When your go-to tools flip the script, our thoughts on Plex's new changes, sensors, and the creeping cost of easy.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Keebio: Sign up for their newsletter to get 5% off your first order
Mar 21, • 1:00:26
144: Silence of the RAMs
Alex’s server meets a tragic end—but its replacement is shaping up to be a beast. Meanwhile, Chris experiments with budget CO₂ detectors, sirens, and smart integrations. Plus some surprises!Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for f
Mar 7, • 52:21
143: Your Data, Your Problem
The joys and headaches of self-hosting, a new Zigbee routing trick, and the ongoing BcacheFS vs. Debian showdown. Plus, why we're liking Open WebUI.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Keebio: Sign up for their newslet
Feb 21, • 1:00:34
142: Cloud Your Judgment
Chris geeks out over his new gadget, Alex gets Pangolin purring, and we break down the latest OPNsense release—plus more surprises!Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Keebio: Sign up for their newsletter to get 5% off your first order.Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywh
Feb 7, • 54:19
141: Eats, Shoots & Leaves
Bambu Labs teaches us how to lose friends and alienate people. Then, Alex Tran from Immich joins us for a project update, and we shared some dreams for a community RSS project.Special Guest: Alex Tran.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatc
Jan 24, • 57:52
140: When Upgrades Go Wrong
Alex dives into the perils of upgrading and migrating critical infrastructure—uncovering embarrassing pitfalls and hard-won lessons along the way. Meanwhile, Chris takes his audiobook obsession to the next level, showcasing a couple self-hosted projects that are very ambitious.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy
Jan 10, • 53:02
139: Okay Nabu!
The Home Assistant Voice Preview Edition is out, and Paulus Schoutsen, the founder of Home Assistant, joins us to get into the details. Then, Alex and a special guest get into docker-compose vs. nix to manage your home lab.Special Guest: Paulus Schoutsen.Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules f
Dec 27, 2024 • 53:16
138: ODROID and Chill
Brent joins to share part two of his NAS build adventure, and things take a tiny turn. Plus, picking the right encrypted chat app and Chris stacks a few Jellyfin wins.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices
Dec 13, 2024 • 1:05:37
137: Mechanically Compatible
We geek out over Brian Moses's 2025 DIY NAS build guide, contemplate future builds with the new Raspberry Pi Compute 5 module, and fully embrace our digital hoarding nature with a new app.Special Guest: Brian Moses.Sponsored By:Keebio: Sign up for their newsletter to get 5% off your first order.Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in mi
Nov 29, 2024 • 58:33
136: Google is Done
Breaking free from Google's grip: Our surprising journey and the tools that made it possible. Plus, Brent's NAS feature stirring up debate, s clever tool for distributed video encoding, and more.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from a
Nov 15, 2024 • 1:09:15
135: Rebuilding For the Last Time
From Nextcloud Breakup to Blissful Reunion: Chris's journey back to a smarter setup. Plus, Jellyfin's game-changing features and a beloved self-hosted app get the upgrade we've all been waiting for.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware wi
Nov 1, 2024 • 57:29
134: YouTube Unplugged
"The" self-hosted app to archive your favorite YouTube channels and easily integrate into Jellyfin/Plex. Plus, our favorite WordPress alternatives and an update on No Google October.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexi
Oct 18, 2024 • 55:26
133: No Google October
Ditching Google Search for an entire month! We reveal the tool that's helping us break free. Plus, a special guest shares his home lab to data center journey. And, Chris raves about the ultimate Jellyfin client (and confesses to an accidental network camera purchase).Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy oper
Oct 4, 2024 • 55:22
132: Uploading at the Speed of Light
Alex has been playing around at the speed of light while solving Proxmox problems, and Chris has solved a Jellyfin issue. Plus, our thoughts on the new Plex features.Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and work
Sep 20, 2024 • 1:03:52
131: The Value of Community
We celebrate five years of the show, chat about self-hosted Lightning, and why Alex loves his NanoKVM. Plus, it is a self-hosted replacement for Amazon Wishlists and more.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Grist: Grist -
Sep 6, 2024 • 1:02:26
130: Make it or Break it
Prusa's Mk4S 3D printer seems to have hit the mark. Alex gets a tour of an awesome new maker space, we take a look at AdventureLog, and much more.Special Guest: Jscar_Hawk.Sponsored By:Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you
Aug 23, 2024 • 1:05:33
129: Forged Alliance
The battle for code forges is heating up. We chat about HexOS' big promises and get excited about Meshtastic.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibilit
Aug 9, 2024 • 1:00:01
128: To Update, or Not to Update?
ESPHome dev dishes on device updates, Immich license drama heats up, Alex's DIY server fix, and Chris reports on mobile tech trip test.Special Guest: Keith Burzinski.Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and
Jul 26, 2024 • 1:05:14
127: Can't Fix What You Don't Track
Chris gets serious about tracking maintenance and alerts, why Alex is impressed by the RISC-V-powered NanoKVM, how we might end up using Docmost, and a follow-up review of LubeLogger.Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Gr
Jul 12, 2024 • 58:55
126: Smart But Not Cloudy
Chris reviews the Aqara G4 Video Doorbell, Brent frees his Garmin from the cloud, and we discuss getting iMessages on Android.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximi
Jun 28, 2024 • 1:19:49
125: Tiny Mini Micro Systems FTW
Alex's mini-PC surprise, why we're trying Tube Archivist, Alex's Nextcloud update, and how Chris stacks automations with Bitfocus Companion.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize
Jun 14, 2024 • 51:33
124: The End of Ownership
The "you'll own nothing" trend got worse this week, our thoughts about the Raspberry Pi IPO, poor Nextcloud performance, and Alex's new high-fiber obsession.Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you,
May 31, 2024 • 1:04:40
123: How much CPU do You REALLY Need
Alex benchmarks Intel CPUs (and an Arc GPU) to find the ideal balance of age, power, and speed for your home media server. Plus, our thoughts on Immich going full-time.Sponsored By:Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and wo
May 17, 2024 • 57:26
122: Back to the Future
How Chris created live TV streaming from his local media collection, Alex breaks down the new Open Home Foundation and what it means for self-hosters. Brent's been trying out an open-source AirDrop replacement for all systems, and much more!Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Unraid: A powerful, easy ope
May 3, 2024 • 55:45
121: Forbidden Fruit
Special guest Casey Liss from the Accidental Tech Podcast joins the show to discuss his homelab, how he uses HomeBridge, and his delightfully complex garage door sensor system. Then Alex and Casey do their "best" to convince Chris the Apple Vision Pro is an excellent remote admin tool.Special Guest: Casey Liss.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and
Apr 19, 2024 • 50:43
120: Can a VPS Replace a Homelab?
Alex goes head-to-head with budget VPS providers, which gets us into a classic debate. Plus we sit down with Adam Morales from Unraid to get the inside scoop on recent changes and exciting upcoming features.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Grist: Grist - the open-source alternative to Airtable and Google Sheets. Support Self-Hosted
Apr 5, 2024 • 45:33
119: Why So Many Llamas?
Alex rolls back a major server upgrade, and we have fun playing with local large language models.Special Guest: Wes Payne.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. This Week in Bitcoin: A high-signal Bitcoin news podcast focused on analysis you'll find valuable.Support Self-HostedLinks:⚡ Grab Sats with Strike Around the World — Stri
Mar 20, 2024 • 47:30
118: How Hard Could it Be?
Alex's new Epyc server build, and Jon Seager from Canonical joins us to chat about Nix in the homelab, packaging Scrutiny, and how Nix fits with existing infrastructure management tools.Special Guest: Jon Seager .Sponsored By:This Week in Bitcoin: A high-signal Bitcoin news podcast focused on analysis you'll find valuable.Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 d
Mar 8, 2024 • 54:13
117: Unraid as a Service
We chat about VMware's rug pull with Bret, aka Raid Owl, and then get into Unraid's big changes and more.Special Guest: Raid Owl.Sponsored By:The Launch 🚀: Chris guides you through the most interesting stories and clips that set the stage for the rest of the week, while playing some of his favorite value 4 value tracks. Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 de
Feb 23, 2024 • 58:52
116: Making it all Connect
Alex has been deep-diving into container networking, and Chris is trying to steelman Plex's new rental service. Plus, why are we building our containers with Tailscale networking now, and the latest from the Home Assistant project?Sponsored By:The Launch 🚀: Chris guides you through the most interesting stories and clips that set the stage for the rest of the week, while playing some of his favorite value 4 value tracks. Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any
Feb 9, 2024 • 55:54
115: A NAS in Every Home
Brian Moses joins us and shares his most recent NAS build and love for 3D printers. Then Alex gets into the hardware he's deploying around the house, and why we don't see eye-to-eye on ZigBee.Special Guest: Brian Moses.Sponsored By:The Launch 🚀: Chris guides you through the most interesting stories and clips that set the stage for the rest of the week, while playing some of his favorite value 4 value tracks. Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device i
Jan 26, 2024 • 48:53
114: Unintended Consequences
We kick off the new year with new apps in our home lab you’ll want to try and a new way to do networking.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support Self-HostedLinks:⚡ Grab Sats with Strike Around the World — Strike is a lightning-powered app that lets you quickly and cheaply grab sats in over 36 countries. 🎉 Boost with Fountain
Jan 13, 2024 • 1:01:48
113: State of the Homelabs 2023
We look back at what has changed, what's failed us, and what's sticking around in our homelabs.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/ssh45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an open-source, open-platform, 15-bay home
Dec 29, 2023 • 1:27:26
112: Red Light, Green Light
Alex shares a new build integrating WLED, and Chirs reviews hardware that can get you started with WLED in 45 seconds. Then, one last big update on the Year of Voice and our thoughts on self-hosting push notifications.Sponsored By:45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an open-source, open-platform, 15-bay homelab server. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minu
Dec 15, 2023 • 58:03
111: pfSense Makes no Sense
We break down the state of the pfSense changes and the red flags we see. Plus, we're joined by Wolfgang from Wolfgang's channel to dig into his homelab and much more.Special Guest: Wolfgang.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/ssh45drives: The
Dec 1, 2023 • 1:09:53
110: Google Photos Replacement
That man behind the Google Photos killer joins us to chat about the latest release of Immich. Plus, Alex's first impressions of 45Homelab's HL15.Special Guests: Alex Tran and Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/ssh45drives: The
Nov 17, 2023 • 1:11:42
109: Alex’s Backups Disaster
How we almost lost valuable data this week, and a Chat with Doug and Mitch about their new home lab server.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. 45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an open-source, open-platform, 15-bay homelab server. Support Self-
Nov 3, 2023 • 1:10:08
108: Year of Voice: A Bigger Deal Than You Think
Home Assistant's founder, Paulus Schoutsen, shares details about the Year of Voice, recent legal actions from Mazda, and the results of a recent third-party audit. Plus, our recommended Nextcloud setup, converting dumb devices into smart ones with ESPHome, and more.Special Guests: Brent Gervais, Listener Jeff, and Paulus Schoutsen.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/ssh45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an open-sour
Oct 20, 2023 • 1:04:43
107: Laptop Dumpster Diving
With a dose of pragmatism and optimism, we chat about making the best out of old hardware and where we draw the line and buy new. Plus, getting practical about your home media setup, bringing Spook into Home Assistant, and more.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. 45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an op
Oct 6, 2023 • 1:10:11
106: The Plex Situation Just got Worse
Our thoughts on two recent Plex crackdowns, why the Apple TV just got a lot better, how home Assistant could improve 10 years in, and much more.Sponsored By:45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an open-source, open-platform, 15-bay homelab server. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users an
Sep 22, 2023 • 57:33
105: Sleeper Storage Technology
Alex sits down with the lead developer of mergerfs to get an update on the project, Chris has a button-pushing breakthrough and more.Special Guest: Antonio Musumeci.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. 45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an open-s
Sep 8, 2023 • 1:11:47
104: Name-Not-So-Cheap
Alex does a significant overhaul of his website and unpacks a new GitHub action workflow. Chris finally achieves complete local voice control of his network, we complain about the state of domain name sellers, and more.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.
Aug 25, 2023 • 56:05
103: Archiving the Internet
A few tools to build your own Way Back Machine, we check in with the "Year of Voice" and more.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. 45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an open-source, open-platform, 15-bay homelab server. Support Self-Hos
Aug 11, 2023 • 59:46
102: NixOS is a bit Flakey
Alex shares a suite of self-hosted apps that replace Reddit. Chris is struggling with Jellyfin, and we discuss where NixOS is killing it and where we think it falls down.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. 45drives: The HL15 from 45HomeLab is an o
Jul 28, 2023 • 1:03:03
101: Joining the Federation
The advantages of Federating a local and remote Nextcloud, Chris replaces Google Home Hub's photo powers and the new docker-compose feature that will change Alex's entire setup.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free
Jul 14, 2023 • 1:03:58
100: Our Essential Apps
We cover our must-have self-hosted apps, reflect on the state of Self-Hosting now, and discuss what's new in Proxmox 8.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Proxmox Virtual Environment 8.0 — This major release is ba
Jun 30, 2023 • 49:55
99: Lemmy at em!
We dive into Lemmy, a self-hosted Reddit alternative. Plus, a couple of easy-to-deploy tools that make life better.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Reddark — These subreddits are going dark or read-only on June 12t
Jun 16, 2023 • 47:39
98: The One with 45Drives
We chat with 45Drives about their ambitions to build a home-lab server that bridges the gap between enterprise-level servers and consumer-grade NAS products. And more.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Amazon is discontinu
Jun 2, 2023 • 46:19
97: Tempted by the Fruit of Another
Alex tempts Chris with his Obsidian ways, our thoughts on Drobo going bankrupt, and Photoprism adding paid tiers. Plus, the slick suite of tools you'll want to run on your LAN.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support Self-HostedLinks:Garden
May 19, 2023 • 1:00:54
96: Outdoor Home Assistant
Why Chris needs ANOTHER Home Assistant instance and a major breakthrough for self-hosters.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:A Chat about Linus' DATA Recovery w/ Allan Jude - YouTube2023.5:
May 5, 2023 • 53:06
95: Docker U-Turn
We debate if users learned their lesson from the Docker Hub drama, and the silent self-hosting winner going from strength to strength. Proxmox gets some big updates. Plus, our thoughts on the state of self-hostable AI tools.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: l
Apr 21, 2023 • 46:30
94: Full Power
Chris integrates full home power monitoring into Home Assistant, while Alex tames the AI and rushes to replace Dark Sky.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Jupiter Broadcasting Meetups — T
Apr 7, 2023 • 56:46
93: The Podman Perspective
Alex goes all in on Rootless Podman, Chris is saving his Nextcloud install from disaster, and a special guest joins us.Special Guest: Alex Ellis.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support Self-HostedLinks:Secret Management with Ansible Vault and d
Mar 24, 2023 • 59:22
92: Rip it all Out
Find out why Alex ripped out everything installed last episode and is starting fresh with new gear, wires, and a new goal.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support Self-HostedLinks:LinuxFest Northwest 2023 — Oct
Mar 10, 2023 • 58:38
91: Total Network Rebuild
Alex has been swapping hardware and standing-up services. It's a network rebuild episode and more!Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support Self-HostedLinks:Images for this episode — Alex's Network Diagram and stuffs!SSH 003: Home Netwo
Feb 24, 2023 • 57:09
90: Proxmox ClusterF
Alex has major Proxmox problems. What happened, and the fix for now. Plus, the real downside to Wifi cameras and the batch of network gear on the way.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:blog.ktz.me - Fully automated DNS and
Feb 10, 2023 • 47:35
89: Jellyfans
Join us for the surprising conclusion to our month-long challenge.Special Guests: Brent Gervais and Catherine Kretzschmar.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Plex now has more streaming users than media server users —
Jan 27, 2023 • 58:09
88: Great Scott!
Alex dives deep to find out if Kubernetes is overkill for the home and finds solutions to simplify things. And Chris has a new firmware that turns his favorite network cameras up to 11. Plus an update on Jellyfin January.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: lino
Jan 13, 2023 • 57:40
87: Jellyfin January
We kick off our Jellyfin January challenge and invite you to join us. Plus, Chris has some new hardware and our thoughts on the trouble at the Matrix foundation.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshLogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Support Self-HostedLinks:Home Assistant SkyConnect — The Home Assistant SkyConnec
Dec 30, 2022 • 1:03:58
86: Disqus-ting Tracking
What disgusted Alex about Disqus, and how he replaced it with a Self-Hosted solution, a hot HDHomeRun tip, and an update on Chris' hunt for the perfect notes app.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshLogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Support Self-HostedLinks:Self-Hosted 86 - Live Stream Recording - JupiterTube — The live stream of episod
Dec 16, 2022 • 48:49
85: Wendell's Hot Pi
Wendell from Level One Techs joins us to catch up on low-power hardware, his home automation setup, and thoughts on so much more.Special Guest: Wendell Wilson.Sponsored By:LogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Level One Techs — Go find more Wendell!A Look at the INTEL ARC A770 — A new chal
Dec 2, 2022 • 52:16
84: Hidden NAS
We're chatting about workstation builds for a home NAS with Joe Ressington this week. Chris chews on the news of the Evernote buyout and his challenges with Zigbee.Special Guest: Joe Resington.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshLogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Support Self-HostedLinks:Late Night Linux — Late Night Linux is a podcast
Nov 18, 2022 • 34:16
83: Unintended Upgrades
Sometimes your best upgrades are unplanned; Chris just got his Home Assistant Yellow fully deployed.Sponsored By:CloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Home Assistant Yellow — At the heart of Home Assistant Yellow is the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4.Scheduler card/custom component
Nov 4, 2022 • 1:03:31
82: Roon Ready Ruh-Roh
Alex gives Roon Labs whole home audio a try but discovers a critical design flaw while Chris checks out his new ODROID-H3+ and plans his next epic build.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDSupport Self-HostedLinks:ODROID-H3+ — Intel® Quad-Core Processor Jasper Lake N6005 has a base clock of 2G
Oct 21, 2022 • 56:42
81: The Badger Stack
Chris' Raspberry Pi server is dead, and Alex has a few ideas for his next build.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:CloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:You can't buy a Raspberry Pi right now — ...or at least, not without a lot of patience or a fat wallet.Matter is no
Oct 7, 2022 • 1:05:03
80: Solving Whole Home Audio
Alex is replacing his Chromecast and Google Nest Mini with an open-source solution, and why we’re all getting a little hyped about Matter.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshLogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Support Self-HostedLinks:OWC Thunderbolt Dock — Compatible with M1 Macs, Thunderbolt 3 Equipped Macs, an
Sep 23, 2022 • 52:26
79: Google is a Hostile Actor
We've made some changes since the last episode, and share why we have doubled down on Self-Hosting as much as possible. Plus, Chris tries out Immich, a high-performance Google Photos alternative.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshLogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Support Self-HostedLinks:Upcoming Jupiter Broadcasting Meetups — We've
Sep 9, 2022 • 1:01:00
78: We Should Know Better
We learned some really hard lessons this week, and reflect. Then Chris finds the perfect temperature sensor, and Alex finds a beautiful media discovery app.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshLogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Support Self-HostedLinks:Plex was compromised — Change your password now Authentication for local network access
Aug 26, 2022 • 48:51
77: Automations Gone Wrong
What is it like to live with another man's automations? Brent spills all. Plus, Chris tries out a few more Shelly devices and reports back.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:LogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:I'm sick... Jeff Geerling Channel Update - YouTubeShelly Plus H&T - She
Aug 12, 2022 • 58:56
76: Solid as a Rock
Alex runs us through his new and improved off-site backup setup, and Chris is trying out some Shelly devices.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshLogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Support Self-HostedLinks:Jupiter Broadcasting Meetup PageTailscale mesh network using OPNsense — OPNsense is an open source router and firewall platform built usi
Jul 29, 2022 • 1:11:28
75: In-Flight Changes
Our thoughts on the new Works with Home Assistant program, some changes to Alex's off-site backup server, and a million bits of great feedback.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshLogScale: Take logs from any source and make them usable. Get started with LogScale Community Edition for free.Support Self-HostedLinks:Introducing the Works with Home Assistant program — With Home Assistant, we integrate with over 100
Jul 15, 2022 • 59:27
74: A Pi For Every Problem
Our guest this week has more Raspberry Pis than anyone we've ever met. We get insights into all the projects he used them for, what's worked great, and what's not worked at all.Special Guest: Jscar_Hawk.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/
Jul 1, 2022 • 59:37
73: 100 Days of HomeLab
A special episode today as TechnoTim joins Alex to discuss everything Kubernetes and HomeLab. The #100DaysOfHomeLab initiative from Tim is just getting started, find out what it’s all about in today's episode.Special Guest: Techno Tim.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users
Jun 17, 2022 • 49:01
72: First Account is Free
A quick-fire round of projects this week, your feedback, and a discussion about the future of Self-Hosting.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support Self-HostedLinks:Join our Discord — Join our growing community of Self-Hosters! London Meet
Jun 3, 2022 • 48:13
71: Recipe for Success
Alex has found the perfect tool to bring your recipe management into the future. Plus, a convenient trick for scripts with passwords, dying hard drives, and the killer new Proxmox feature.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. CloudFree.shop: CloudFre
May 20, 2022 • 54:32
70: Plausible Deniability
Alex replaces another Google service; we point the community spotlight at FuzzyMistborn plus your feedback!Special Guests: Brent Gervais and FuzzyMistborn.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support Self-HostedLinks:Office Hours 3: New Website Ener
May 6, 2022 • 53:00
69: Get Off My Lawn, The Robot's Got It
Alex shares some handy tools, and some old friends join us for a special edition of the show.Special Guests: Brent Gervais and chzbacon.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:LINUX Unplugged 453: Raleigh Action Show — We
Apr 22, 2022 • 47:14
68: Unwyze Choices
We chat about Wyze's recent real bad, no-good security news, why Plex Discover has potential but hasn't impressed us yet, and a brief tour of Alex's home network setup.Special Guest: Wes Payne.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support
Apr 8, 2022 • 54:21
67: The No Container Theory
Why Chris is moving away from using Containers, Alex's new project, and some great follow-up.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Jupiter Broadcasting East Coast Meetup — Let's hang out at the park across the stree
Mar 25, 2022 • 48:27
66: Mmm. Pi.
We look back at our favorite moments from the last ten years of the Raspberry Pi, why you might want to start considering one, and where we want to see the platform evolve.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:10 years of Ras
Mar 10, 2022 • 47:39
65: Failing at Scale
Alex gives the new TrueNAS SCALE a go and hits a snag. Plus the future Home Assistant update that has Chris so concerned he might stop updating forever.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshTailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Support Self-HostedLinks:Z-Wave and OpenZwave integrations
Feb 25, 2022 • 44:59
64: Analysis Paralysis
Sometimes we get a bit carried away; we dial it back and share some self-hosting long-timer insights. Plus the networked way to Retro game, and more.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Use a Raspberry Pi, old computer or V
Feb 11, 2022 • 46:56
63: Pulling the Rug Out
Alex has a new high-quality self-hosted music setup, and Chris solves complicated Internet problems.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Aeotec Z-Wave Smart Switch 7 — Aeotec’s smallest, best-certified smart plug built
Jan 28, 2022 • 42:51
62: Succumbing to the Ecosystem
Alex got some new devices for Christmas, and we set off to figure out how to integrate them into his network. And Brent's tale of giving the gift of Jellyfin.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in minutes, manages firewall rules for you, and works from anywhere. Get 3 users and 100 devices for free. Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedL
Jan 14, 2022 • 49:15
61: That First Layer Squish
Some old friends of JB join Alex to discuss 3D printing.Special Guests: Drew DeVore and chzbacon.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Octoprint — The snappy web interface for your 3D printer.Thingiverse — A collection of freely available 3d models to print out.Prusa Research — Maker of the Prusa 3d printers.Ender 3 — The Creality Ender 3 is one of the cheapest ways to get s
Dec 31, 2021 • 59:54
60: Someone Else's Computer
Recent AWS outages sent Alex on a hunt to find more self-hosted alternatives, and Chris digs into the latest Home Assistant release. Plus a frenzy of your excellent feedback and questions.Sponsored By:Backblaze Unlimited Backup: Get peace of mind knowing your files are backed up securely in the cloud with Backblaze.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:AWS explains outage — A major Amazon Web Services ou
Dec 17, 2021 • 55:33
59: I Tried to Love Portainer
We try out a couple of very popular Docker GUI's and report back, and discuss our biggest Self-Hosted regrets.Sponsored By:Backblaze Unlimited Backup: Get peace of mind knowing your files are backed up securely in the cloud with Backblaze.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Join the Jupiter Broadcasting Matrix — I mean might as well!LINUX Unplugged 433: The Lessons of Jellyfin — We revisit som
Dec 3, 2021 • 48:30
58: Pi Server Upgrade
This week we unlock the "Pi"tential of the Compute Module 4 and turn it into a dual gigabit router and Jellyfin server. How far can we push it? Plus, Alex shares his thoughts on the state of mobile operating systems and the challenges they are imposing on DIYers.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Go through a series of hands-on labs picked to showcase Docker and gain experience with it.Backblaze Unlimited Backup: Get peace of mind knowing your files are backed up securely in the cl
Nov 19, 2021 • 56:37
57: Alex Deletes it All
Troubleshooting goes very wrong for Alex, and he puts his backups to the ultimate test. Plus, monitoring your freezer in Home Assistant, building a self-hosted Notion alternative, and more.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: This course covers the various software, tools, and utilities used to configure web services on a Linux host.Backblaze Unlimited Backup: Get peace of mind knowing your files are backed up securely in the cloud with Backblaze.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your
Nov 5, 2021 • 47:54
56: Feeling Wyze
Local self-hosted video capture with AI object detection just got easy. Morgan joins us to detail his Frigate setup and its optional tight integration with Home Assistant. Plus, our new favorite up time monitoring tool and an easy way to add Tailscale and other apps to OPNsense with community plugins.Special Guest: Morgan Peterman.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: When you’ve finished this course, you’ll have a better understanding of the topics on the exam, including installing Ansible Towe
Oct 22, 2021 • 39:41
55: Home Assistant Turns Amber
A lot is changing in Home Assistant land, and it's almost all for the better; we break down the essential items. Chris gets wired about energy monitoring and shares his journey to get incorrectly formatted power stats working in Home Assistant's new Energy dashboard. Plus, off-line YouTube backup, backing up iCloud photos, Tailscale feedback, and more.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Learn the Linux kernel. This is a standalone course, but it's also part of a learning path to pre
Oct 8, 2021 • 47:37
54: Ultimate Off-Site Setup
Alex is abroad and uses the opportunity to build out not one but two ultimate self-hosted off-site servers. We share the hardware, software, and networking details. Plus, how Chris built a Nest-type thermostat using parts he already had.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota f
Sep 25, 2021 • 47:38
53: Adventurous Build
We chat with Matt from Adventurous Way about the home automations that have improved his quality of life, the clever way he manages their off-grid rig, and the new smart home project he's just kicking off.Special Guest: Matt from Adventurous Way.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshA Cloud Guru: Students will install and configure various use cases for Apache, Squid, and NGINX, including virtual hosts, proxy and rever
Sep 10, 2021 • 37:16
52: Navigating DeGoogling
We report back on our DeGoogle challenge and read your top Google Alternative apps and services. Plus, a new way to locally capture network cameras, our reaction to Kobol pulling the plug, and more.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use
Aug 27, 2021 • 41:45
51: Apple's Rotten Scanning
We discuss the ramifications of Apple's local photo scanning announcement on your privacy, why everything seems to be a subscription these days, and a new challenge for the show.Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshA Cloud Guru: Demystify the sometimes difficult and deep topic of systemd, the most widely used service management scheme in Linux today.CloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – R
Aug 13, 2021 • 53:06
50: Perfect Plex Setup
We discuss Chris's latest wall-mounted tablet solution for Home Assistant and several scripts to pimp your Plex setup. Join us for a very special birthday episode as we celebrate our 50th.Sponsored By:Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshA Cloud Guru: This course is a deep-dive course on Linux File Sharing. CloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTED
Jul 30, 2021 • 47:28
49: Update Roulette
Updates gone wrong, surprise hardware failures, and flooding out all our electronics in a single go. We've got a lot to catch you up on.Sponsored By:CloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshA Cloud Guru: When you’ve finished this course, you’ll have a better understanding of the topics on the exam, including inst
Jul 16, 2021 • 51:20
48: A Solution Looking for a Problem
Tuya shocks us by announcing native Home Assistant support, we have an update on a smart doorbell Ring alternative, and we tell all about how PiKVM just leveled up in awesome.Special Guest: Morgan Peterman.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and s
Jul 2, 2021 • 36:04
47: Whose License Is It Anyway?
We take a look at a self-hosted TeamViewer alternative, give you our take on some Home Assistant drama and discuss the effects of a new crypto coin on hard drive prices.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: You will learn what containers are and why use them; how to manage containers, pods, and images using Podman.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the
Jun 18, 2021 • 42:27
46: Pastebin Alternative
We'll share how we deployed a painless, Self-Hosted Pastebin replacement, and what we like the most about it. Plus Chris enters the "No Change Zone" with a Project Off-Grid Update.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comPrivadoVPN: PrivadoVPN is a ZERO-LOG VPN, with crazy fast speeds and P2P support. So visit privadovpn.com/ssh and try it out for free.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your ne
Jun 4, 2021 • 42:06
45: The Future of Home Assistant
Join us for a chat with Paulus, the founder of Home Assistant, as we look to the project's future, hardware devices, new standards, and more.Special Guest: Paulus Schoutsen.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshPrivadoVPN: PrivadoVPN is a ZERO-LOG VPN, with crazy fast speeds and P2P support. So visit privadovpn.com/ssh and
May 21, 2021 • 38:20
44: Plex Skeptics
Plex announces some big plans that make us a little nervous, Alex solves Chris's tablet performance woes, and we chat about Prometheus. Plus, our thoughts on Duplicati alternatives and more.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the
May 7, 2021 • 39:39
43: A New Solution for Backups
Alex has a new trick for local and remote backups, and shares his thoughts on Synology's DS series NAS. Plus Chris' master plan to save everyone's batteries.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: This intermediate-level course teaches the concepts of using PowerShell Core with Linux.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSynology: DSM is like using a desktop session inside your browser. Visit selfhosted.show/synology for a live demo.Su
Apr 23, 2021 • 47:45
42: Don't Panic
A record is broken, a life goal is achieved, and why we are going long on Linksys.Special Guest: Jake Howard 🍊.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: This intermediate-level course teaches the concepts of using PowerShell Core with Linux.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Buffer overruns, license violations, and bad code: FreeBSD 13’s close call — 40,000 lines of flawed code almost made it into FreeBSD's kernel—w
Apr 9, 2021 • 38:19
41: The One with Jeff Geerling
Special guest Jeff Geerling tells us how he got 16 drives connected to one Pi. Plus his thoughts on automation, self-hosting, and more.Special Guest: Jeff Geerling.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comDatadog: Try Datadog today by starting a free 14-day trial and receive a Datadog t-shirt after creating just one dashboard.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSu
Mar 26, 2021 • 33:33
40: Password Shaming
We react to Home Assistant password shaming us and then reflect on the OVH fire while attempting to solve a "growing" cloud problem.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comDatadog: Try Datadog today by starting a free 14-day trial and receive a Datadog t-shirt after creating just one dashboard.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:M
Mar 12, 2021 • 40:05
39: We run Arch BTW
Our favorite LastPass alternative, why more boxes might be better than one, and we confess to an undying love.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Grow your skills — and your career. Get 20% off access to the most effective, hands-on cloud learning. Promo Code: springintocloud21Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Unofficial Bitwarden compatible server written in Rust — This is a Bitwarden server API implementatio
Feb 26, 2021 • 40:33
38: Crouching Pi, Hidden Server
Alex shocks Chris with his latest project, then lays down some quick-fire picks. Plus what's wrong with OPNsense's Wireguard setup?Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: This course will provide you the fundamentals, tools, techniques, and use case examples to configure, manage and troubleshoot Linux networkingLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:VZW TTL Trick Alex Found on Reddit — By default, Android and
Feb 12, 2021 • 41:08
37: Security Growing Pains
We discuss recent Home Assistant security news, and how we think the project could improve. Plus a bunch of follow up, emails, and more! Note: This episode was recorded before the recent second Home Assistant vulnerabilitySponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDLinode: Receive a $100 60-day cr
Jan 29, 2021 • 46:09
36: Google Docs Replacement
Our favorite Google Docs killer with markdown support has a big update. We explain how we host it and why we love it. Plus Chris reviews the Home Assistant Blue.Sponsored By:CloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshA Cloud Guru: Go through a series of hands-on labs picked to showcase Docker and gain experience with
Jan 15, 2021 • 34:42
35: The Perfect Media Server
Alex reveals the culmination of five years of work into the Perfect Media Server. And we respond to a ton of feedback.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Develop the skills you need to write effective, powerful scripts and create command line tools using Python 3.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDSupport Self-HostedLi
Jan 1, 2021 • 44:59
34: Take Powerline Seriously
Chris discovers a networking miracle, Alex has been playing with electrics, and we review the Wyze Cam 3.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Gmail, YouTube, Google Docs and other
Dec 18, 2020 • 53:29
33: Helios64 Review
Alex puts the fantastic-looking, ARM-powered NAS known as the Helios64 to the test. Plus feedback, and more.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Take advantage of your last chance to get a discount this year.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Kobol - Helios64 Open Source NAS — The Ultimate ARM Powered NAS.Kobol Wiki — Kobol Network Attached Storage (NAS) are open source projects, therefore any technical d
Dec 4, 2020 • 43:57
32: Google Turning the Screw
With rage in our hearts, we proclaim a Self-Hosted Google Photos replacement, and the only way to self-host your email. Plus our tips to manage and stream audiobooks.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comA Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comDatadog: Try Datadog today by starting a free 14-day trial and receive a Datadog t-shirt after creating just one dash
Nov 20, 2020 • 46:50
31: Industrial Grade Mobile Internet
We have a philosophical debate on cloud vs local and Alex experiences full-blown Americana this Halloween. Plus how Chris built the most reliable and high-performance mobile internet setup possible in his RV.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshDatadog: Try Datadog today by starting a free 14-day trial and receive a Datadog t
Nov 6, 2020 • 51:25
30: Automation Entropy Factor
Chris gets left out in the cold after a Home Assistant glitch, and Alex puts a big batch of USB hard drives to the test Plus a great pick for you pack rats, feedback, and more.Sponsored By:CloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDA Cloud Guru: Demystify the sometimes difficult and deep topic of systemd, the most widely used service management scheme in Linux today.Linode: Receive a $100 60-day credit tow
Oct 23, 2020 • 46:37
29: Perils of Self-Hosting
We speak to Kevin and Patricia from Traefik, discuss Alex's recent ZFS snafu and we wonder if the new Chromecasts can match up to the Nvidia Shield.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-Ho
Oct 9, 2020 • 44:53
28: Directing Traefik
We get fancy with Traefik labels, and gush over some new Home Assistant features while saving our data from inevitable future failure.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comCloudFree.shop: CloudFree Smart Plug – Runs Tasmota for $9. Use code SELFHOSTED and support the show. Promo Code: SELFHOSTEDLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Introduc
Sep 25, 2020 • 35:18
27: Picture Perfect
Some big news for Jupiter Broadcasting and a picture perfect app-pick with Lychee. Chris politely suggests Alex reconsider his Syncthing doubts. Plus some power monitoring updates, and more from the community.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comLinode: Receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Promo Code: linode.com/sshSupport Self-HostedLinks:Lychee: A great looking and easy-to-use photo-manager &m
Sep 11, 2020 • 41:39
26: The Trouble with Docker
Mike and Wes join us to discuss the recent Docker news, freeing your Robovac from the cloud, and why Alex really loves Terraform.Special Guests: Michael Dominick and Wes Payne.Sponsored By:A Cloud Guru: Looking to make a high-paying career move into the cloud? Get going: acloudguru.comSupport Self-HostedLinks:Valetudo — Cloud-free control webinterface for vacuum robots.Roborock S5 zoned cleanup with Valetudo + Home Assistant — And with that you should be able to hit the butt
Aug 27, 2020 • 28:56
25: The Future of Unraid
Jonathan Panozzo, aka Johnp join us to talk all things Unraid. He hints at future subscription plans, details performance features coming soon, shares the story of how Docker came to Unraid, and much more.Special Guest: Jonathan Panozzo.Support Self-HostedLinks:Open Hardware Energy Monitor Group BuyUnraid — Unraid OS allows sophisticated media aficionados, gamers, and other intensive data-users to have ultimate control over their data, media, applications, and desktops, using just
Aug 13, 2020 • 37:48
24: OPNsense Makes Sense
Chris figures out how hot is too hot, Alex performs an extreme remote firewall install, and we share some of our favorite SSH tricks.Support Self-HostedLinks:Raspberry Pi Power Monitor FlyerRoundcube — ...is a browser-based multilingual IMAP client with an application-like user interface. It provides full functionality you expect from an email client, including MIME support, address book, folder manipulation, message searching and spell checking.SquirrelMail - Webmail for Nuts!Ins
Jul 30, 2020 • 37:49
23: Shields Up
We've spent thousands of dollars and over a decade refining the perfect home media setup. We get nostalgic and share what worked and what REALLY didn't.Support Self-HostedLinks:Boxee Box — Boxee Box by D-Link is a Linux-based set-top device and media extender that first began shipping in 33 countries worldwide on 10 November 2010.Getting Started with Media Browser for Windows Media CenterMythTV, Open Source DVR — MythTV is a Free Open Source software digital video re
Jul 16, 2020 • 42:31
22: Slow Cooked Servers
Chris is slow cooking some servers, Alex has self-hosted AI with a nasty gotcha and a damp basement.Support Self-HostedLinks:Build The BEST Security Camera NVR — Free Locally Processed AI Computer Vision with Blue Iris. Free AI Person Detection for Blue Iris — This program analyzes motion in Blue Iris cameras in real-time using Artificial Intelligence. Deep Stack AI — This system uses Docker containers to run DeepStack AI and process images from a watch folder, then fi
Jul 2, 2020 • 36:48
21: The Perfect Server Build
Serverbuilds.net’s founder JDM joins us to discuss the perfect sever for low or high-end needs, and Alex stages a Pi intervention.Special Guest: JDM_WAAAT.Support Self-HostedLinks:Serverbuilds.netCPU comparison — Intel Xeon CPU Comparison SpreadsheetUseful tools — Serverbuilds.netJDM_WAAAT - YouTubeserverbuilds.net Discordserverbuilds.net Forums[Guide] Create a mobile media server setup with Plex's new app - Resources / General Information
Jun 18, 2020 • 42:18
20: One is None
You're not a true self-hoster until you've lost your entire configuration at least once. Alex does a deep dive into cloud backup, plus we need your help to find the right Wifi solution for a listener.Support Self-HostedLinks:LINUX Unplugged 355: Chris' Data Crisis — Chris' tale of woe after a recent data loss, and Wes' adventure after he finds a rogue device on his network.Jupiter Extras: A Chat with mergerfs Developer Antonio Musumeci — mergerfs makes JBOD (Just
Jun 4, 2020 • 36:06
19: The Open Source Catch-22
We react to recently proposed Home Assistant changes, Alex attempts an extreme remote install, and we take a look at HomelabOS. Plus why Chris continues to collect Raspberry Pi's at an alarming rate.Support Self-HostedLinks:Raspberry Pi 4 Storage BenchmarksHome Assistant on Twitter — "We're deprecating the Home Assistant Supervised installation on Generic Linux. Alternatives are to run Home Assistant Core in a Docker container or run our OS in a VM."[On hold] Deprecating Hom
May 21, 2020 • 38:38
18: Ring Doorbell Alternative
We were almost outsmarted by a not so smart doorbell, Jellyfin makes Alex's prediction dreams come true and Chris tries QOwnNotes again. Links HeaterMeter, the open-source barbecue controller - Raspberry Pi Amazon.com : Nelly's Security 3MP WiFi Video Doorbell Camera W/ 2 Way Audio, Onvif Compliant, PIR Motion Sensor, Night Vision, 16GB SD Card Pre-Installed, Includes 3 Face Plates : Camera & Photo Plexamp - Love your music! linuxserver/beets | fleet linuxserver/musicbrai
May 7, 2020 • 35:07
17: Where Do I Start?
Knowing which hardware to buy or which apps to run on that shiny new hardware can be hard. Chris and Alex discuss networking gear and where to find some of the best getting started documentation on the net. Plex have been busy and launched two new apps, we cover that and more in this episode of Self-Hosted.Support Self-HostedLinks:Self-Hosted now has a Discord server! — Join us over on Discord!Plex Blog - Two New Delicious Apps — A post from Plex about their two shiny new a
Apr 23, 2020 • 40:46
16: Compromised Networking
We share some WiFi tips and essential network ideas. And discuss one of our most significant compromises in the show so far.Support Self-HostedLinks:Self-Hosted Discord ServerRationale for using Discord — Let's grow a community around being the best place to discuss Self-Hosting.Barcodebuddy — Barcode system for GrocyQuarantine-o-meter Home Assistant DashboardApple acquires popular weather app Dark Sky and will shut down the Android version — The Android and Wear OS a
Apr 9, 2020 • 37:00
15: Keeping Track of Stuff
We have a neat self-hosted home inventory management system for preppers of any type, plus Chris' simple Home Assistant trick and Alex's valiant battle with the WebSockets daemon of the reverse proxies. Also - we answer listener questions, and share updates.Support Self-HostedLinks:Grocy — ERP beyond your fridge - grocy is a web-based self-hosted groceries & household management solution for your homeHome Assistant Community Add-on: GrocyHome Assistant External Reverse P
Mar 26, 2020 • 30:36
14: Embracing Automation
Wendell Wilson is back, and he and Chris are struggling with their automation setups. Also, we chat about ideal home server hardware for a server or a pfSense box. Plus Wendell's home-rolled presence detection rig, some 3D printing chat, and more.Special Guest: Wendell Wilson.Support Self-HostedLinks:sshuttle — Where transparent proxy meets VPN meets sshFractal Design — Fractal Design is a leading designer and manufacturer of premium PC hardware including cases, coolin
Mar 12, 2020 • 43:14
13: IRC is Not Dead
Self-Hosted IRC solutions are better than ever. Alan Pope joins us to make a case for the classic way to communicate online and tells us about a modern client for the web, mobile, and desktop you run on your server. Plus, follow up on the new Self-Hosted wiki, and more.Special Guest: Alan Pope.Support Self-HostedLinks:World's Worst Best Drone Retrieval Device - YouTube — Having some fun watching my local flying crew/friends use the World's Worst Best Drone Retrieval Device.Y
Feb 27, 2020 • 38:13
12: Which Wiki Wins
We try out the top self-hosted Wikis and tell you which we like best, and Chris has a major project off-grid update. Plus Alex tells us about his robot vacuum that runs Ubuntu.Support Self-HostedLinks:Going Solar — Work, Life, and RV Podcast — It's a huge investment! So we lay out our rationale for going solar after four years in our RV. Why we think who and how it gets installed is so critical, exactly HOW MUCH we spent, and how this new set up will keep us working from the roa
Feb 13, 2020 • 34:16
11: Host Your Blog the Right Way
We each like different blogging platforms, and share why. Then our tips for keeping your server secure. Plus a great way to score cheap drives, a Project Off-Grid update, making your household light switches smart, and Alex's review of the HDHomeRun.Support Self-HostedLinks:Telegram: Contact @hddsale — HDD Sales Telegram Channel What SMART Stats Are Telling Us About Hard Drive Reliability — As of September 30, 2019, Backblaze had 115,151 spinning hard drives spread acr
Jan 30, 2020 • 35:05
10: Compromised Cameras
Wyze and Xiaomi suffer major cloud hosted blunders, so Alex tells us about his new fully offline camera security system, tied into Shinobi. Plus Chris gets ready for Project Off-Grid's solar upgrade, our new favorite self-hosted speed test app, and a Ring alternative.Support Self-HostedLinks:Employee error to blame for massive data leak, Wyze says — The database in question was basically a copy of the production database that Wyze created to work withWhen I load the Xiaomi c
Jan 16, 2020 • 33:49
9: Conquering Planned Obsolescence
Master of details, open source advocate and YouTuber, Quindor from Intermittent.Tech joins us for a chat about tuya-convert to avoid planned hardware obsolescence, his new 100TB server build, highly available home setups, and his DIY LED project.Special Guest: Andries Faassen.Support Self-HostedLinks:Intermit.Tech - YouTubeIntermittent Technology - My personal blogHome Assistant: Cheap multi-room Temperature SensorsHome Networking: 100TB 10Gbit Server - Last server bitsQuinLED.info - Wi
Jan 2, 2020 • 34:26
8: WLED Changes the Game
Sometimes one project can lead to a hundred more. We celebrate Home Assistant's new release, the inclusion of the WLED integration and fall down the DIY project rabbit hole. Plus some clever power solutions, cheap LED light strips, and a test drive of Project Off-Grid. We recorded our first ever live stream to accompany this where we flash an ESP8266 board in seconds using WLED and esptool. This can be found on YouTube.Support Self-HostedLinks:Hass.io - Home Assistant — Hass
Dec 19, 2019 • 34:23
7: Why We Love Home Assistant
Home Assistant has changed our families' lives for the better. We share tips for getting started, implementing automation, devices we use, and our favorite integrations. Plus Alex's thoughts on automating his new LG TV and be sure to check the links!Support Self-HostedLinks:Hard Drive Sales Telegram GroupNabu Casa — No longer worry if you left the garage door open. Quickly access your Home Assistant instance from your phone, your favorite coffeeshop or at work. All data
Dec 5, 2019 • 36:41
6: Low Cost Home Camera System
Chris follows up on his Shinobi troubles and extols the virtues of $25 Wyze Cams to Alex, who has some exciting house news to share.Support Self-HostedLinks:Wyze Cam | 1080p HD Smart Home Camera With Free AWS CloudWyze Cam RTSP – WyzeShinobi Official Documentation - Get StartedShinobi Official Documentation - Motion DetectionShinobi Articles - How to use Motion DetectionShinobi Articles - How I optimized my RTSP cameraNest camera hacked: Hacker spoke to babyYou should not run your mail
Nov 21, 2019 • 35:29
5: ZFS Isn’t the Only Option
Getting your storage setup just right often takes making painful mistakes first. We share ours, our current storage setups, when ZFS is not the tool for the job, and what you should consider when protecting your data. Plus, we share a few recent project mishaps.Support Self-HostedLinks:The Perfect Media Server - 2019 Edition — Reliable means you don't lose data. And that's exactly what the MergerFS + Snapraid combo I first wrote about in 2016 has provided. A solid, boring and re
Nov 7, 2019 • 44:24
4: The Joy of Plex with Elan Feingold
Plex Co-Founder and CTO Elan Feingold shares why he started Plex, its future direction, his home setup, his love for electric cars and the beach. Also Alex convinces Chris to give Ghost (the blogging platform) a try.Special Guest: Elan Feingold.Support Self-HostedLinks:Executive Bios | PlexElan's Twitter @leafmuncherelan (Elan Feingold) · GitHubElan Feingold - CTO, Co-Founder @ Plex | CrunchbasePlex McStreamy T-Shirt - Apparel - Plex StoreAnnouncing Ghost 3.0ktz.Example Ghost Docke
Oct 24, 2019 • 34:36
3: Home Network Under $200
How far can you get with a Raspberry Pi 4? We go all in and find out. Plus our favorite travel router with WireGuard built in, and Chris kicks off Project Off-Grid. Meanwhile, Alex adopts proprietary software.Support Self-HostedLinks:5.11 Taclite Trousers — Constructed using premium polyester and cotton mechanical stretch Taclite ripstop fabric with a triple-stitching built, this pair of pants is sturdy and flexible to ensure maximum performance in the field.Amazon.com: Gigabit T
Oct 10, 2019 • 36:06
2: Why Self-Host? With Wendell from Level1techs
We visit Wendell Wilson of Level1Techs and get a tour of his self-hosted setup, what he does and does not trust in the cloud, and we reminisce about the early days of computing and the internet. Plus we discuss craftsmanship in the Linux Kernel, and address the fundamental question of "why self-host."Special Guest: Wendell Wilson.Support Self-HostedLinks:Level One TechsChatting With Alex and Chris From The Self Hosted Podcast! - YouTubeSelf Hosted Pre-Launch Party | Meetup
Sep 26, 2019 • 44:09
1: The First One
You've been wanting to host a Nextcloud instance (or anything else) for your family for a while now. Where on Earth do you start? We share some hard learned lessons about self-hosting, discuss the most important things to consider when building a home server, and Chris gives Alex a hard time about Arch as a Server OS.Support Self-HostedLinks:@SelfHostedShow on TwitterYour preferred Linux "server" OS? — I currently host a bunch of services inside of Docker containers.
Sep 12, 2019 • 24:27