43:56

S01:E01 Jan 26, 2026

Approaching Docker, Containers, and Compose for curious Self-hosters

This is a bonus Linux Prepper podcast, available as a detailed companion to “A Great Year for Linux”. This is a discussion with HB, stemming from this post on Lemmy learning from admins who avoid container technology. We discuss our experiences with containers, who they are for, and the contexts in which we find them useful. If you are self-hosting, and are container curious, this one is for you! (00:00) Welcome to Linux Prepper Podcast (00:19) Bonus episode connected to Season 1 Episode 1: A Great Year for Linux. Time to get technical! (01:29) This discussion will not cover Permissions, File Systems, or Backups. (02:32) Lemmy Discussion - What is keeping people away from Containers (02:47) Ameridroid Sponsor: LINUXPREPPER code (03:16) What are Containers for? (04:05) HB describes making a text adventure game (in Docker) (04:42) MagPi Magazine (05:09) TTYD: Share your Terminal on the Web (06:12) Why containerize TTYD? (07:05) Managing multiple iterations through containers (07:47) Use of containers, as opposed to Python virtual environments (08:53) When does it make sense for someone to consider containers? (10:30) Docker run commands. similar to bash scripting (12:30) Compose Files, migrating from docker run commands (13:03) Portainer - WebUI Management for Docker services (HB) (13:16) docker ps - Management from the terminal (James) (13:34) James using Docker to test for NextcloudPi and write documentation (14:41) Using containers in order to define your own image (15:50) Running a fleet of AI services through Compose: “Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger” (17:17) James migrating to Compose files to manage variables across many services (18:54) Composerize - Turn run commands into compose files (18:58) Storing compose files to avoid confusion (20:21) Noisebridge Unicorn services run via compose files on a VPS (26:34) Docker Networks - connecting services internally, even to a reverse proxy (27:46) Aria Download Protocol (28:04) HB describes using multiple, simulateous networks in isolation (30:00) James describes complexity of modular tools like Nextcloud (31:37) Testing Locally (32:30) People leaking their private credentials in their Docker images on the web (33:09) Docker Secrets (33:42) HB suggests storing environment variables as files (34:52) Understanding git.ignore files for people hosting files on public repos (35:32) Using public sharing to learn, share and problem solve (36:31) Lemmy comments of those opting out of containers (38:03) There is nothing wrong with running services directly, aka “bare metal” (43:20) HB’s Github

25:12

S01:E01 Jan 24, 2026

A Great Year for Linux

(00:00) Welcome to Linux Prepper (00:25) Keepass skit KeepassXC is recommended for desktop users. (01:32) Ameridroid Sponsor LINUXPREPPER at checkout (02:43) Lemmy discussions. It looks to be a great year for Linux. Those who’ve switched to Linux in the last year, how is it going? Lemmy world and Lemmy ML Where is Linux not working well in your daily usage? Share your pain points as of 2026, so we can respectfully discuss. Lemmy World and Lemmy ML Linux Prepper Lemmy community (03:13) Lutris - Open Gaming Launcher Github repo (04:57) Ubuntu Shutdown from 4 to 2 clicks (09:47) Mermaids - ASCII Game developed by HB Pixel Artwork Tools recommended by HB (11:56) Who is HB, the guest host? (13:17) Who is James, the host? (14:18) Containers, Compose - Good? Who are they for? Bonus episode TBD Asking Lemmy about reasons to avoid containers (15:19) Premium subscriptions available Recurring support possible through Ko-fi, backed by Stripe. You can now be a Patron of the show! Get access to additional content. (16:04) HB’s Thoughts on show topics and expectations (17:02) State of the Podcast Discussion forum for the show, used for notes. Lemmy community Discord chat now bridged to Matrix Invite to Discord Invite to Matrix space for Living Cartoon Company and Linux Prepper Podcast now available on Youtube Music (18:22) Steam Key Giveaway now through March 20th Leave a review on your podcast platform to enter! (19:15) This podcast is now available on Youtube (21:30) Submit to DURP - DIY Unfinished Resurrection Project Now through March 20th Work on a project this Winter! Accepting audience submissions! Get included in an episode! Use this simple form to submit thoughts or an audio recording. Discussing Homelabs with Robin Monks of Don’t Forget to FOSS (23:15) LinuxFest Northwest Performance TBD weekend of April 24th Hackerspace AI Scanned My Brain Rot (Working Title) SeaGL 2025 Coverage to be posted: Trivia, Open Source Projects, Recap, Interview.

26:20

S01 Jan 23, 2026

Unreleased Episode 15 on SeaGL Conference, Cloudflare Alternatives, Rising Consumer Costs

Premium episode. The unreleased episode 15 recorded through early December 2025. Parts of it will be included or remade as part of the upcoming episode(s). (00:11) SeaGL Conference Trivia Challenge Named Projects (05:18) Seeking a Co-host (06:22) SeaGL 2025 Recap (09:23) Micron Exits Consumer Ram Market for AI Datacenters (10:32) State of the Podcast. Ways to Support (11:25) Steam Key Giveaway Winner (12:25) Be sure to see the forum to see things being work on for the show (12:58) T-shirts and Zines in development as merchandise (13:21) Cloudflare Outages and Open Alternatives (18:39) Foss Trivia Winners at SeaGL. Take the Challenge (23:03) DURP - DIY Unfinished Resurrection Project. Join us! (24:02) Listener Comments on SeaGL Conference

1:45

S01 Jan 22, 2026

Welcome to Linux Prepper Season 1

Linux Prepper Season 1 begins. Our focus remains on using Open Source tooling, Self-Hosting, and FOSS tooling in daily life. Linux Prepper podcast is created by James as part of Living Cartoon Broadcasting & Living Cartoon Company. We are a welcoming show, which doesn’t waste time judging others; we are all here with a common interest. By engaging in our communities you agree to our rules, which keeps things supportive and family friendly. The Matrix chat in Living Cartoon Broadcasting is now bridged to Discord. The podcast is now available on Youtube, in addition to directly from the website, Spotify, Amazon Music, Fountain, Podcast Index, etc. 2025 episodes According to DuckDuckGo: The Linux Prepper podcast focuses on using open-source technology to enhance everyday life, featuring discussions on self-hosting, Linux, and related topics. It aims to empower listeners to take control of their technology and enjoy a DIY approach to tech.

1:37:02

S01 Jan 20, 2026

Sean Tilley interview on Fediverse, distributed self-hosted technology

This is a premium episode of Linux Prepper podcast, available to subscribers. This is the complete discussion with Sean Tilley of the WeDistribute newsletter and Decentered podcast. We discuss the Fediverse, Sean’s experience in decentralized communities and technology, self-hosted tools we use, and more. This is my very first interview, recorded 03/2025. It suffers from me wanting to re-record my own audio, but it is overall an excellent discussion. Please enjoy! You can hear how much fun we had recording it.

55:19

S01 Jan 19, 2026

Steadfast Selfhosting - Adam Monsen on SeaGL, Writing a Book, Giving Presentations

This is a premium episode of Linux Prepper podcast, available to subscribers. This is the complete discussion with Adam Monsen of Steadfast Self-Hosting and SeaGL. We discuss SeaGL conference, writing a book on self-hosting, giving presentations and lessons learned. Releasing here for all to enjoy by itself.

1:13:58

S01 Jan 18, 2026

Selfhosted Tooling with Robin Monks of Don't Forget to FOSS

This is a premium episode of Linux Prepper podcast, available to subscribers. This is the complete discussion with Robin Monks of Don’t Forget to FOSS podcast. Consider it a co-hosting experiment, plus a fun icebreaker talk on the selfhosting tools we both use regularly.