That IT show

For more than a decade, Meta has been on a quest to glue screens to our faces, and the results have been pure comedy gold. From the puke-inducing Oculus Rift to the forgettable Oculus Go, from overpriced Quest headsets to the Ray-Ban Stories nobody asked for, Zuckerberg keeps promising the future while delivering awkward toys. Now, the Ray-Ban Display glasses arrive with Jedi-style controls and a cooking AI that forgets recipes mid-demo. Add a failed video call and the classic “bad WiFi” excuse, and you’ve got another chapter in Meta’s never-ending sitcom of AR/VR fails.

So, you’ve heard whispers about Linux, seen memes about penguins, and maybe even wondered if Fedora is just a fancy hat. In this episode, we unpack the Fedora Linux experience in a way that feels more like opening a starter kit than tackling a sysadmin exam. We’ll talk about why Fedora is often the go-to distro for trying out the cutting edge without slicing your fingers off, how it stacks up as a desktop OS, and what makes it both approachable and quirky. From the first boot to customizing your environment, we’ll explore how Fedora sneaks Linux onto your desk—and maybe into your daily workflow—without demanding you abandon everything you know.

What happens when you try to dress up your desktop with three decades of operating systems? You get a fashion show where Windows 95 struts in with its shiny Start button, Windows 10 insists it’s the only adult in the room, Windows 11 keeps rearranging the furniture, and Linux shows up in 42 different outfits to prove a point. In this episode, we delve into the decades of GUIs, crashes, updates, and “features” nobody asked for, asking the fundamental question: Did Windows 95 actually change everything? Does Windows 11 even know who it wants to be? And why does Linux keep laughing from the corner?

Picture this: your server room has turned into a disco floor, and every drive is demanding its own spotlight. Thirty disks whirl in perfect sync, but then a rogue 31st struts in, and suddenly your operating system starts sweating like it’s at a math exam it didn’t study for. This episode dives into the hilarious chaos of kernels that choke on too many spindles. These OS quirks make disk handling a balancing act, and why storage can feel less like engineering and more like herding caffeinated hamsters on a wheel. Buckle up—we’re about to spin straight into madness.

Grab your raincoats and your root passwords, because today’s forecast calls for 100% chance of OpenStack with scattered Linux kernels drifting in from the west. We’re diving headfirst into the swirling weather patterns of the open-source cloud—where compute storms, storage showers, and networking gusts all collide to form your perfect private cloud climate. From tempestuous deployments to sunny scalability, we’ll chart the isobars of orchestration and explain why this penguin-powered forecast might be the most predictable thing in IT.

They say logs never lie—but reading them sure can feel like decoding ancient scrolls in a server room dungeon. In this episode, we saddle up with the mighty ELK stack—Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana—and ride into the wild frontier of log aggregation, search, and visualization. Whether you're drowning in microservice mayhem or just trying to figure out why your app threw that 500 error at 3 a.m., ELK has your back. We'll break down what each beast in the stack does, why they're better together, and how to tame the chaos of modern observability. Warning: may contain traces of groan-worthy puns and dangerously useful insights.

Once upon a terminal, Linux was the domain of the bold, the bearded, and the bash-literate. But something strange has been happening—quietly, in the background, like a daemon you forgot was running. The Linux desktop, once synonymous with fragmented UIs and endless configuration, now boasts polish, design consistency, and dare we say… user-friendliness? From Pop!_OS to Deepin, modern distros are flirting with UX principles once reserved for the likes of macOS. But has anything really changed? Is this evolution or just lipstick on a penguin? In this episode, we explore whether the Linux desktop has genuinely crossed the usability chasm—or if we’re just too deep in the shell to notice.

Tired of Linux being all command-line and no charisma? This episode delves headfirst into the world of desktop-ready Linux distributions that aren't just functional—they have style. From the suave allure of Deepin to the minimalist grace of Elementary OS, the nerdy efficiency of Pop!_OS, and the undercover classic vibes of Linux Mint, we’re exploring the personalities behind the penguin. Whether you're a long-time distro hopper or just flirting with the idea of ditching Windows or macOS, we’ll unpack what makes these systems tick, click, and sometimes crash spectacularly. Expect opinions, laughs, and maybe even a few controversial takes—because not all desktop environments are created equal.

Many thought it was lost in the dust of attic boxes and the echoes of dial-up tones, a plastic prophet stirs once more. With keys that clack like sacred relics and ports that whisper forgotten spells, the old oracle of the home computing age boots back to life—probably after five minutes of awkward disk grinding. This isn’t just a comeback; it’s a keyboard-clad resurrection, an 8-bit miracle wrapped in beige plastic and retro static. Somewhere, a CRT flickers in approval. And thanks to Perryfractic and his valiant crew of pixel archaeologists, this relic now speaks again. Grab your joystick, plug in the prophecy, and prepare for the pixelated second coming.

Birthdays used to be a moment of genuine connection – a card, a call, a gathering. Today, it’s a flood of shallow Facebook notifications, auto-generated LinkedIn greetings, and automated Slack shoutouts. In this episode of “The Birthday Alienation Attack,” we delve into how birthdays have become just another engagement metric in the digital world. Are we celebrating people or feeding algorithms? From bots that wish “happy birthday” to the privacy risks of exposing your birth date, join us as we explore how technology has turned a human ritual into a tool of alienation.

Welcome to "The scientific lasercat," where curiosity prowls and knowledge beams straight into your brain. In this episode, we dissect the latest scientific papers like a cat with laser eyes, exploring groundbreaking discoveries, publication trends, and the current state of modern science from our perspective. Whether you’re here for profound insight or to watch the laser cat chase academic mice, stay tuned for a wild yet rational journey through today’s scientific jungle

This week was a perfect storm of technical chaos. In what should have been a routine upgrade, an ISP crew inadvertently knocked out a perfectly functional primary internet line, leaving one of us offline for two full days. Just as we were recovering from that, a pair of server coolers in a critical server failed — naturally, right at the start of the exam period — sending the other one of us back to the office at half past midnight. In this episode, we break down what went wrong, why it always seems to happen now, and how to keep your sanity (and systems) intact when everything around you breaks. Welcome to “This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things” — a raw look at the fragile reality of ISPs, datacenters, and the tech we trust way too much.

Welcome to “Cheap Tricks & Pricey Picks: IT Hardware Edition”, where we dive into the eternal battle between saving pennies and splurging on gear. In this episode, we break down real-world examples of when a bargain cable or budget metal stand makes perfect sense—and when cutting corners could cost you time, stability, or speed. From expensive wifi adapters to shiny 2.5G network cards, we’ll share our honest takes on what’s worth the splurge and what’s better left in the discount bin. Tune in and spend smart on your next IT upgrade!

Welcome to The Big Red Light Episode — a wild ride through the chaotic corridors of our curious minds. This time, we threw out the script, ignored the non-existent outline, and followed every spontaneous thought wherever it led. From tech tangents and philosophical rabbit holes to completely unrelated life observations, nothing was off-limits. It’s unpredictable, it’s unfiltered, and it’s unlike any episode we’ve done before. Buckle up — the signal's red, but we’re going full speed ahead into beautiful disorder.

When an IT professional hits the road, their backpack becomes more than just a carry-on—it transforms into a mobile command center. In this episode, From Carry-On to Command Center: Packing Like an IT Pro, we dive into the gear, gadgets, and go-to tools every tech-savvy traveler should have on hand. Whether you're heading to a client site, a tech conference, or working remotely from a beach café with flaky Wi-Fi, the proper setup can make all the difference between smooth operations and digital disaster. From the must-have laptop and charger to the underrated lifesavers, such as travel routers, adapters, and USB-C hubs, we’re unpacking what keeps the IT world running when you're on the move.

In a world that's getting reshaped by artificial intelligence, a stark new divide is emerging: those fluent in the language of algorithms and those left on the margins of progress. Join us on “AI as a New Outlier: The New Knowledge Frontier” as we chart the fault lines between the AI-literate and the digitally disenfranchised. From boardrooms to classrooms, innovators harness AI’s power to revolutionize industries, while others struggle to keep pace with an ever-accelerating future. In this episode, we’ll unpack the critical skills, mindsets, and access points that define tomorrow’s technologists and explore strategies to bridge the gap so everyone can navigate and thrive in the age of machine-driven insights.

Welcome to the podcast episode diving into the unspoken realities of launching your career in IT. In this episode, we’ll peel back the curtain on practical lessons that formal education and training programs often overlook—from navigating legacy systems and mastering interpersonal communication with non-technical stakeholders to troubleshooting under pressure when deadlines loom. We’ll share war stories, insights, and actionable advice to help you avoid common missteps, accelerate your learning curve, and build confidence as you forge your path in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry. Join us as we uncover the hacks, pitfalls, and strategies you can’t undo today.

Welcome to That IT Show, and this time we’re taking a detour off the data highway onto Electric Avenue. In this episode, we're cruising into the future—or maybe just flexing in silence—as we explore the hype, hope, and horsepower behind electric cars. Are EVs the clean solution we’ve been waiting for, or just the latest status symbol for tech-savvy drivers? From charging stations to road trip realities, performance myths to eco-facts, we break down what it really means to go electric. Buckle up—this ride might change how you think about the road ahead.

Welcome to a new That IT Show podcast episode! In this laid-back episode titled Code & Chill: The Free Vibe Edition, we’re diving into the art of vibe coding — the rhythm-infused, pressure-free zone where creativity meets clean syntax. Whether you’re tinkering with open-source tools, looping lo-fi beats, or just exploring what it means to code without cost or constraint, this one’s for you. No gatekeeping, no fancy setups — just good vibes, free software, and a mindset that turns even your late-night bug fixing into a mellow experience. So grab your headphones, fire up your editor, and let’s vibe through the coolest free dev tools and how to build without breaking the bank. At the end of the day, who needs a budget when you’ve got vibes and a terminal?

Microsoft Recall is back and stirring up conversation all over again. In this episode, we explore the return of this once-pulled, now-revived feature that captures screen snapshots to power next-level search. What’s changed since its controversial debut? Is it safer, smarter, or still risky? Join us as we break down the comeback story of a tool that remembers everything — and ask whether it’s genius, invasive, or both.