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465: The RAMpocalypse & He Who Shall Not Be Named!
May 11, 2026
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464: AI Security: Tool or Threat? Plus Ubuntu 26.04 "Resolute Raccoon"
May 4, 2026
1h 06m 35s
463: Resistance is NOT Futile: RESIST the Digital Lockdown: Episode 463
Apr 27, 2026
1h 30m 55s
462: The AI Job Reaper: 80,000 Layoffs and the Open Source Hedge
Apr 20, 2026
1h 10m 43s
461: AI Security Frontiers, Steam’s 5% Surge, and the GIMP vs. Adobe Showdown
Apr 13, 2026
1h 26m 36s
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| 5/11/26 |  465: The RAMpocalypse & He Who Shall Not Be Named! | Welcome to Episode 465 of Destination Linux! This week, the dynamic duo of Jill and Zeb handle the shell while our third co-host (the one with the 'R' name) enjoys a work trip to the West coast. We kick things off with a major community update: Destination Linux is moving to a monthly Saturday recording schedule to better include our global audience! We detail upcoming Patron Segments and Hangouts, plus a new initiative where our supporters get to vote on which Open Source projects we donate to. In the news, we celebrate a massive win for Linux gaming: HDMI 2.1 support is officially landing in the amdgpu driver thanks to a collaboration between AMD and Valve. We discuss what this means for 4K/120Hz gaming on your living room TV and why it was blocked for so long. Zeb brings the "Shell" topics, covering Rocket League’s move to Easy Anti-Cheat (and why they chose to keep Linux supported when others didn't), the latest Steam Market Share numbers, and the "RAMpocalypse"—the component shortage currently acting as a speed bump for Valve's hardware ambitions. Time Stamps 00:00:00 Welcome to Destination Linux 00:01:13 Exciting Events for Patrons 00:08:05 Sponsored by Sandfly Security 00:10:36 HDMI 2.1 Support for AMD GPUs 00:22:49 Rocket League Anti-Cheat 00:28:21 Steam Linux Market Share Update 00:31:10 The RAMpocalypse and Linux Gaming 00:45:38 Closing Thoughts Show Note References Patreon Support : patreon.com/destinationlinux Sandfly Security : deviantairwaves.com/sandfly Steam Machine HDMI 2.1 News (XDA) : xda-developers.com/steam-machine-will-likely-get-full-hdmi-2-1-support-after-all/ HDMI 2.1 Support on Linux (TweakTown) : tweaktown.com/news/111415/hdmi-2-1-support-coming-to-linux-and-valves-steam-machine-courtesy-of-amd/index.html Rocket League Anti-Cheat Update (GamingOnLinux) : gamingonlinux.com/2026/04/rocket-league-adds-easy-anti-cheat-with-steam-deck-linux-still-supported/ Steam Linux Market Share April 2026 (Phoronix) : phoronix.com/news/Steam-April-2026-Survey The RAMpocalypse & SteamOS (Ars Technica) : arstechnica.com/gaming/2026/05/the-rampocalypse-has-bought-microsoft-valuable-time-in-the-fight-against-steamos/ Destination Linux Official Store : shop.deviantairwaves.com/ | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | 464: AI Security: Tool or Threat? Plus Ubuntu 26.04 "Resolute Raccoon"✨ | AI SecurityDigital Defense+4 | Craig Rowland | OnlyOfficeGNU Jami+7 | — | AI SecurityUbuntu 26.04+5 | — | 1h 06m 35s | |
| 4/27/26 | 463: Resistance is NOT Futile: RESIST the Digital Lockdown: Episode 463✨ | digital rightsstreaming services+4 | — | Proton 11Destination Linux+4 | UKFrance | digital lockdownstreaming services+5 | Sandfly Security | 1h 30m 55s | |
| 4/20/26 | 462: The AI Job Reaper: 80,000 Layoffs and the Open Source Hedge✨ | LinuxAI automation+3 | — | Destination LinuxLinux+11 | FranceUK | FranceOSself-healing filesystems+2 | Sandfly Security | 1h 10m 43s | |
| 4/13/26 | 461: AI Security Frontiers, Steam’s 5% Surge, and the GIMP vs. Adobe Showdown✨ | AI securitySteam market share+3 | Máirín Duffy | Linuxthe Steam Deck+20 | — | Linux kernelProject Glasswing+3 | — | 1h 26m 36s | |
| 4/6/26 | 460: Ditching Big Tech: The Open Source Startup Survival Guide✨ | Open SourceMedia Company+2 | — | Destination LinuxDeviant AirWaves+21 | — | NextcloudVDO.Ninja+8 | — | 1h 28m 29s | |
| 3/30/26 | 459: FCC Bans Foreign Routers! Healthcare Data Leaks & DIY Router Solutions✨ | Healthcare Data SecurityFCC ban on foreign routers+4 | Mathieu From Lutris | LinuxGundam+19 | U.S. | digital sovereigntyWi-Fi 7+6 | — | 1h 21m 46s | |
| 3/24/26 | 458: Chasing Freedom & Agentless Security with Sandfly’s Craig Rowland✨ | digital threatssecurity+3 | Craig Rowland | SCaLE 23xLutris+14 | Pasadena | IDMerit leakVibeware+2 | — | 1h 08m 58s | |
| 3/17/26 | 457: Escape the Mainstream: The Secret Alternatives to the Modern Internet | DL 457✨ | decentralized networksalternative internet protocols+5 | Jan | Destination LinuxJan+10 | — | AI modelsoffline computing+3 | — | 1h 16m 19s | |
| 3/10/26 | 456: GrapheneOS on Motorola: A New Era for Privacy Hardware✨ | mobile privacymodular hardware+3 | Zebedee BossNate Cubiclenate | ThinkPhonePixel+15 | California | ThinkPhonePixel exclusivity+2 | — | 1h 08m 11s | |
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| 3/2/26 | 455: The ID Verification Nightmare: Is Your Privacy Dead?✨ | ID verificationonline privacy+5 | — | ProtonIntel+2 | Switzerland | — | — | 59m 06s | |
| 2/24/26 | 454: Zen Browser: The Modern Firefox We’ve Been Waiting For? Plus Security Scoop With Craig Rowland✨ | Zen BrowserFirefox+4 | Craig Rowland | Zen BrowserThe "Modern Firefox"+8 | — | privacy-respectingvertical tabs+4 | — | 58m 39s | |
| 2/17/26 | 453: Leveling Up: Lutris Creator Mathieu Comandon & Finding Zen in the Browser Wars✨ | Lutrisopen-source+3 | Mathieu Comandon | LutrisDestination Linux+8 | — | LinuxPlaytron+2 | — | 1h 19m 53s | |
| 2/10/26 | 452: Can Open Source Save Us from the AI Dystopia? | Can Open Source save the world? In episode 452, the crew dives deep into the "In-Between Dystopia" of AI layoffs and whether we are headed toward a Star Trek-style post-scarcity economy or a Mad Max wasteland. We also discuss why governments are finally breaking up with Big Tech to build sovereign stacks like La Suite, and why this is a massive win for the FOSS ecosystem. Plus, we look at Firefox’s return to its roots, the latest security blunders in the "Heap of the Maggots," and a surprising Linux update from GOG. Support the show by going to deviantairwaves.com and become a Patron or get some SWAG! 00:00 Intro: Open Source Can Still Save the World 01:06 Community Feedback: Star Trek or Mad Max? 03:46 Star Trek Nerd Fight: TNG vs DS9 vs TOS 05:04 AI Layoffs & the In‑Between Dystopia 06:52 Will We Ever Reach the Star Trek Economy? 07:54 Jill Corrects “Star Track” & Defends TOS 09:04 Capitalism, Greed & Why Jill Still Has Hope 09:53 Zeb’s View: Shareholders, NVIDIA & AI Hype 12:27 Why Destination Linux Stays Out of Politics 15:02 Sponsored by Our Awesome Patrons 17:47 Governments Break Up with Big Tech 19:28 Visio & La Suite: Building a Sovereign Stack 20:02 Why This Government Trend Is a Win for FOSS 26:29 Could We Run DL on La Suite Someday? 28:17 Firefox News: Our Favorite Browser Fights Back 31:42 Firefox Getting Back to Its Roots 33:14 Open Source Moves Faster to Fix Things 34:16 Heap of the Maggots: Security Hall of Shame 35:27 Notepad++ Gets Hacked 38:39 How Can Companies Protect Themselves from Hackers? 43:26 The Biggest Threat Vector 49:17 Jill Finds a Game She Doesn’t Like 50:47 GOG Shows Linux Some Love 56:43 Outro: Keep Your Penguins Marching | — | ||||||
| 2/3/26 | 451: The Ultimate SCaLE 23x Guide & The End of Private Encryption? | In episode 451 of Destination Linux, we are joined by Ilan Rabinovitch and Hannah Anderson from the Southern California Linux Expo (SCaLE 23x). We dive deep into what makes SCaLE one of the premier open-source events in the world, what attendees can look forward to this year, and essential tips for first-timers. Whether you are looking for your first role in tech or your next big career move, we discuss how to effectively network and leverage conferences to grow professionally. In the news, we cover the latest Google Voice Assistant settlement and the implications for user privacy. We also take a look at the troubling reports of Microsoft potentially turning over Bitlocker keys and the ongoing privacy concerns surrounding WhatsApp’s data practices. Use code 'LOL' for 40% off Scale23x Head to deviantairwaves.com to get more show content! 0:10 Welcome to Destination Linux 1:47 Listener Feedback 4:40 New Patron Shoutout 5:21 ScALE 23x Discussion & Interview 48:10 Privacy and Security Concerns 1:08 Final Thoughts and Goodbye | — | ||||||
| 1/27/26 | 450: Open Source Business Secrets & The Orion Mystery | In this milestone Episode 450, Jill, Ryan, and guest host Zeb dive deep into the practicalities of building and running a startup entirely on Open Source software. We break down the essential tools making this possible, including VDO.Ninja for high-quality production, Nextcloud for seamless collaboration, and Matrix/Element for secure communication. The team also takes a hard look at the Orion Browser. It promises industry-leading privacy and security, but the big question remains: is it truly Open Source? We explore the nuances of its development and what it means for the community. Plus, we tackle the growing phenomenon of Ad Fatigue, the ethics of modern advertising, and how AI is changing the landscape of gaming reviews. 00:00:00.000 Welcome to Destination Linux 00:01:17.758 Listener Feedback : AI and Job Displacement 00:06:52.000 Patrons and Support 00:08:33.642 Security with Sandfly Sponsor 00:10:17.000 Running a business with Open Source VDO.Ninja 00:16:54.081 NextCloud for Collaboration 00:20:38.644 Matrix Element Chat 00:24:12.235 Privacy and Discord 00:26:35.000 Orion Web Browser 00:38:00.000 The Ethics of Ads 00:56:12.736 Gaming Review with AI 01:08:57.700 Closing Thoughts and Future Topics | — | ||||||
| 1/20/26 | 449: The Future of Open Computing: Inside RISC-V with DeepComputing CEO | Is RISC-V the hardware revolution we've been waiting for? On Destination Linux Episode 449, we sit down for an exclusive interview with DeepComputing CEO Yuning Liang. We dive deep into his personal origin story, the challenges of building open hardware, and the roadmap for the DC-ROMA and the future of RISC-V. Whether you are a developer, a hardware enthusiast, or a Linux lover, you won't want to miss this conversation about the next frontier of open computing! 00:00:00 Intro: Rebel Alliance Linux 00:01:44 Interview Begins: Yuning & RISC-V 00:02:46 Origin Story: From Nokia & Samsung to RISC-V 00:07:24 From Drones to Laptops: Early Projects that Shaped RISC-V 00:11:38 What Makes RISC-V Truly Different 00:16:43 Hard Mode Enabled: Challenges & Dark Moments 00:22:39 Big Wins: RISC-V Milestones & Supply Chain Reality 00:25:43 Chasing Full Linux Kernel Support 00:28:22 RISC-V History Lesson: From Idea to Ecosystem 00:36:17 Philosophy of Openness & Hardware Sovereignty 00:42:40 Can We Stop AI from Gobbling All the Hardware? 00:51:07 Why Now Is the Time to Challenge x86 00:56:21 RVA-23: Setting the Bar for RISC-V Laptops 01:00:11 Modular Dreams: Framework & RISC-V 01:02:33 Building a Sustainable Open-Hardware Future 01:11:03 Big Dreams: One-Third of CPUs on RISC-V? 01:14:06 How People Can Get Involved 01:17:45 Lightning Round: Fun with Yuning 01:21:44 Interview Wrap-Up 01:25:15 Thanks to Till & the RISC-V Tattoo Origin 01:26:00 Show Outro | — | ||||||
| 1/13/26 | 448: The Return of the King: Zebedee Boss is Back! + GeForce NOW Hits Linux | The OG is back! This week on Destination Linux, we celebrate the new year with a legendary reunion as Zeb returns to the host desk as a guest alongside Ryan and Jill. We’re kicking off 2026 with a packed show full of cloud chaos, gaming breakthroughs, and some serious questions for Intel. In This Episode: The Return of Zeb: We welcome back as a guest the an OG of the show to talk about the current state of the Linux desktop. Nextcloud Chaos: Ryan and the crew discuss the journey of moving back to open-source tools and whether the self-hosting struggle is worth the reward. Wayland Check-in: Is it finally ready for primetime? We look at the progress and the remaining hurdles for the year ahead. GeForce NOW on Linux: It’s finally (almost) official! We dive into what this means for the future of AAA gaming on the Linux desktop. Intel’s Open Source Cred: From firmware changes to driver shifts, is Intel losing its status as the "Gold Standard" for Linux users? Zeb’s Gaming Gauntlet: We wrap up with game reviews specifically chosen to "welcome" Zeb back in the most chaotic way possible. Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro: New Year, New Linux, Same Zeb 00:02:38 Going Back to Open Source Tools (Nextcloud Chaos) 00:06:50 Community Feedback: AI vs. Human Creativity 00:29:44 Sponsor: Sandfly – Agentless Linux Bodyguard 00:32:31 GeForce NOW on Linux: Official at Last (Almost) 00:44:41 Is Intel Losing Its Open Source Street Cred? 00:58:55 Game Reviews Crafted to Torture Zeb 01:07:37 Thanks Zeb: OG Captain Back on Deck 01:09:01 Outro: Happy New Year! | — | ||||||
| 12/23/25 | 447: Linux Hits 5%! 2025 Year in Review & 2026 Bold Predictions (ft. Máirín Duffy) | What’s Inside: The 5% Milestone: We analyze the data behind the massive surge in Linux desktop adoption and why gaming is the secret weapon. The UpTech Project: Máirín Duffy introduces us to a student-led initiative bridging the digital divide with Linux. 2026 Predictions: From RISC-V taking over wearables to the COSMIC desktop challenging the status quo, we look at where the "Time Machine" is headed. And so much more! 00:00:00 Intro: Linux Time Machine to 2026 00:01:50 Extended Intro: Meet Captain Ryan, Jill & Mo 00:02:20 Show Schedule Update: New Flight Plan 00:02:59 Community Feedback: The Great Cranberry Sauce Debate 00:12:40 AI and Energy: Hungry Models, Huge Power Bills 00:15:51 Empowering Youth Through Linux & Tech 00:29:11 2025 Highlights: Linux Market Share Levels Up 00:33:18 Outtake: Technical Turbulence in the Time Machine 00:34:16 Shifting to Linux & AI: Hype, Hope, and Worry 00:40:38 Steam Machines Dream: PC Gaming’s Second Chance 00:43:38 SteamOS on ARM: Deck Power Everywhere 00:45:34 Wayland Takes the Bridge: Desktop Evolution 00:49:07 Red Hat Lightspeed: AI Co‑Pilot for Sysadmins 00:56:58 Destination Linux Grew: 2025 Community Wins 00:58:32 Linux 2026: Bold Predictions & Future Trends 01:03:00 Cosmic Becomes the Top DE? 01:06:41 Windows’ AI Future: Copilot All the Things 01:09:13 Linux Desktop Market Share: Past 5%, Aiming Higher 01:09:38 Subscription Backlash: Users Hit Unsubscribe 01:11:27 Return to Physical Ownership: Discs, Devices & Freedom 01:15:28 Old Is Better: Vintage Gear vs Disposable Tech 01:21:09 AI’s Role in Linux Development: Help or Hassle? 01:24:57 A Bold Prediction: Jill’s 2026 Mohawk 01:26:19 Future Show Tease: More Linux, Less Bloat 01:26:44 Thanks Mo: Red Hat Wisdom in the Time Machine 01:27:07 Outro: See You in 2026 | — | ||||||
| 12/16/25 | 446: Ubuntu From The BIOS & The Quest for an Open Source Mac | This week on Destination Linux, we are joined by a special guest host: Craig Rowland, the CEO of Sandfly Security! We’re diving deep into the reality of modern security—specifically when third-party code knocks over your castle. From malicious VSCode extensions to the "React2Shell" vulnerability, we discuss why "Open Source" doesn't automatically mean "Safe" and how to protect your supply chain. Then, is it possible to have the macOS experience without the Apple ecosystem? Ryan explores ravynOS, a daring new project with "macOS vibes and a BSD soul." It’s attempting to bring the Aqua interface—and eventually Mac app compatibility—to the open-source world. Plus, Jill brings us massive news from Canonical and AMI. You might soon be installing Ubuntu directly from your motherboard's BIOS without ever needing a USB drive. We break down how this partnership changes the game for hardware. Finally, we read an incredible listener story. Show Notes: 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:39 Extended Intro: Open Source or Bust 00:03:08 Community Feedback: A Pentester’s Origin Story 00:10:03 Guest Host: Sandfly Security & Agentless Protection 00:15:53 Security Deep Dive: Supply Chain Attacks, Malicious VSCode Extensions & React2Shell 00:44:31 ravynOS: The Open Source Mac Killer? 00:56:05 News: Canonical + AMI: Installing Ubuntu from the BIOS 01:08:07 Outro 01:09:33 Post-Show Shenanigans Support the Show: Sponsored by Sandfly Security: destinationlinux.net/sandfly - Get 50% off the Home Edition with code DESTINATION50Special Guest: Craig Rowland. | — | ||||||
| 12/9/25 | 445: Linus Tech Tips Explodes Linux: Our Reaction & The 2025 Gift Guide | The Ultimate Geek Gift Guide for 2025 is here! Don't buy that RAM yet—we explain the massive AI-driven price spikes. Also, testing the powerful VDO Ninja for streaming and our reaction to Linus Tech Tips' latest Linux takes. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:54 Community Feedback 00:07:34 Testing Out VDO Ninja: Open Source or Bust 00:09:15 Sandfly Security 00:11:37 AI Sends RAM Prices to the Stratosphere 00:19:46 DasGeek’s 2025 Ultimate Geek Gift Guide 00:33:21 Linus Tech Tips vs Linux: Reaction from the Highlands 01:01:50 Outro 01:03:20 Post-Show Shenanigans Hosted by: Ryan (DasGeek) = dasgeek.net Jill Bryant = jilllinuxgirl.com | — | ||||||
| 11/25/25 | 444: Cloudy Crashes, Linux Gaming's Victory Lap, & The Censorship Debate | Matt from Linux Out Loud guest hosts with Jill and Ryan to dive into major internet events and Linux news! We tackle Ryan's "disappointing" take according to a listerner on EU censorship and free speech, discuss the massive Cloudflare outage that took half the internet down, debate if antivirus is necessary on Linux, and look at ProtonDB and the Steam Survey to see if Linux gaming has already won. Plus, we highlight Rclone as the Software Pick. 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:54 Community Feedback: “Disappointed in Ryan” (EU Censorship & Free Speech) 00:31:10 Sandfly Security – Agentless Defense for Linux 00:33:48 Cloudflare Falls Over: When Half the Internet Trips 00:34:38 Game Preservation: Keeping Delisted Classics Alive 00:47:03 Kaspersky on Linux: Do We Even Need Antivirus? 00:54:28 ProtonDB & Steam Survey: Has Linux Gaming Already Won? 01:04:15 Software Pick: Rclone – RSync for All Your Clouds 01:06:29 Outro Hosted by: Ryan (DasGeek) = dasgeek.net Jill Bryant = jilllinuxgirl.com Special Guest = Matt (Linux Out Loud) | — | ||||||
| 11/18/25 | 443: Will AI DESTROY the Linux Desktop? | New Steam Machine & Essential Apps! | Support the show by becoming a patron at tuxdigital.com/membership or get some swag at tuxdigital.com/store Hosted by: Ryan (DasGeek) = dasgeek.net Jill Bryant = jilllinuxgirl.com And Special Guest = Sherard Griffin https://www.redhat.com/en/authors/sherard-griffin 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:59 Community Feedback 00:13:02 Sandfly Security Segment 00:15:53 Main Topic: Linux, AI, and the End of Distro Wars? 00:47:32 Ryan’s Essential Linux Apps: Must Installs on Every Setup 01:02:59 OMG! A new Steam Machine 01:15:55 Outro | — | ||||||
| 11/7/25 | 442: Is Tor Safe? The Big Security Questions w/ Sandfly CEO Craig Rowland | Support the show by becoming a patron at tuxdigital.com/membership or get some swag at tuxdigital.com/store Hosted by: Ryan (DasGeek) = dasgeek.net Jill Bryant = jilllinuxgirl.com Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:44 Community Feedback: New Linux User and Maya Issues 00:12:50 Ryan's New PC Build Update 00:16:18 SPECIAL Sponsor Ad w/ Q&A On Sandfly Security 00:22:50 Does TOR really keep you anonymous? 00:52:13 Nvidia & Crowdstrike Partner on open-source security ecosystem 01:08:30 Linux Kernel Flaw Under Active Exploit 01:19:40 Outro Special Guest: Craig Rowland CEO of SandflySpecial Guest: Craig Rowland. | — | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | 441: COSMIC Desktop Launches Into Beta | video: https://youtu.be/v5hrjVzsj20 Download as MP3 Support the show by becoming a patron at tuxdigital.com/membership or get some swag at tuxdigital.com/store Hosted by: Ryan (DasGeek) = dasgeek.net Jill Bryant = jilllinuxgirl.com Michael Tunnell = michaeltunnell.com Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:48 Community Feedback 00:07:45 Sponsor: Sandfly Security 00:11:25 Tech Troubles: RAM, Network, & Arch Linux 00:19:42 New PC Build & Hardware Upgrades 00:26:00 Ubuntu Launches Canonical Academy 00:36:20 System76 COSMIC Desktop, COSMIC Sync & Final 00:51:23 Gaming: Darkenstein 3D & Wolfenstein Memories 01:05:10 Software Pick: Reins Chat for Ollama 01:10:29 Support the Show 01:12:33 Outro | — | ||||||
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