Destination Linux

In Destination Linux Episode 487, Ryan hosts an episode packed with open‑source news, community stories, and the triumphant return of Rocco, bringing that classic Big Daddy Linux energy back to the show for the second time in a single month.

We kick things off with heartfelt community feedback from O.C. Supertoner, followed by a lively discussion about AI‑generated code and whether Linux users should embrace or reject LLM‑assisted development. Rocco shares his thoughts on the new Hylki email client for GNOME and the growing debate around AI contributions in open‑source projects.

Zeb covers the end of the Orion browser for Linux and the implications of Kagi open‑sourcing its codebase. He also dives into the Netherlands’ bold move to adopt a Nix‑based government desktop after sanctions disrupted ICC access to Microsoft services, plus Amazon blocking Meta’s AI shopping agent.

It’s a fun, fast‑moving episode full of laughs, insights, and the open‑source passion that makes Destination Linux feel like home.

About The Show

Destination Linux is a weekly show where Ryan, Jill, and guests share their passion for Linux and Open Source. Destination Linux is a show for all experience levels, whether you’re a beginner to Linux and Open Source or a long time user, this is the podcast for you. Destination Linux covers a wide range of topics from the latest news, discussions on Linux and Open Source, Linux distributions, Linux applications, security, privacy, AI, gaming on Linux, and unique in-depth interviews with Linux developers and leaders and much more!

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00:00:00 Welcome to Destination Linux

00:01:50 Community Feedback

00:09:15 Sponsored by Sandfly Security

00:10:31 Thanks to Our Supporters

00:12:32 Hylki Email Client

00:44:07 Orion Browser for Linux Discontinued

00:50:38 Dutch Government Goes Nix

00:58:34 Amazon Blocks Meta's AI From Store

01:00:23 Closing Thoughts

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In Destination Linux Episode 486, Jill hosts an extended and heartfelt conversation with Monica Ayhens‑Madon, one of the most passionate open‑source community advocates in the Linux world. Monica shares her journey from Canonical’s Community Team to Ubuntu MATE, her time on the Ubuntu Community Council, and her current role helping shape the future of Thunderbird.

We dive into the upcoming Thundermail web client, Thunderbird’s modernization efforts, community building, privacy, security, and the philosophy behind empowering users through open‑source tools. Ryan discusses data portability and rclone, Zeb brings his signature wit, and Jill leads the conversation with warmth and enthusiasm.

This episode ran long - in the best way - because the conversation with Monica was simply too good to cut short.

TimeStamps

00:00:00 Welcome to Destination Linux

00:02:44 Patron Hangout Stories

00:06:58 Community Feedback

00:17:00 Sponsored by Sandfly Security

00:18:27 Thanks to Our Supporters

00:19:40 Monica’s Linux Journey

00:33:22 Building An Open Source Community

00:39:13 Working on Ubuntu MATE

00:54:44 Thunderbird’s New Chapter

01:00:37 Introducing Thundermail

01:18:48 Privacy, Encryption, and Defaults

01:27:18 Future Plans and Outreach

01:29:16 Jill's Treasure Hunt: Monica

01:46:25 Closing Thoughts

About The Show

Destination Linux is a weekly show where Ryan, Jill, and guests share their passion for Linux and Open Source. Destination Linux is a show for all experience levels, whether you’re a beginner to Linux and Open Source or a long‑time user, this is the podcast for you. Destination Linux covers a wide range of topics from the latest news, discussions on Linux and Open Source, Linux distributions, Linux applications, security, privacy, AI, gaming on Linux, and unique in‑depth interviews with Linux developers and leaders and much more.

Destination Linux website [https://deviantairwaves.com]

Become a Patron [https://patreon.com/destinationlinux]

Buy Me a Coffee [https://buymeacoffee.com/destinationlinux]

Merch [https://shop.deviantairwaves.com]

EFF x Destination Linux [https://eff.org/destinationlinux]

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In Destination Linux Episode 485, Ryan, Jill, and Zeb are joined by Craig from Sandfly Security for a deep dive into the latest Linux security trends. Craig shares insights from the upcoming Cold Incident Response Conference, including modern Linux malware tactics, IoT rootkit risks, fake kernel threads, UPX‑packed binaries, and new Golang C2 frameworks targeting non‑x86 platforms.

Jill highlights major updates in OpenRGB, including expanded support for GPUs, keyboards, motherboards, and more. Zeb covers Peppermint OS shifting from X.Org to XLibre, Ubuntu 26.10 unexpectedly adopting the Linux 7.3 kernel, and MX Linux’s forum being hit with a massive DDoS attack. Plus community feedback, Sandfly Security, and closing thoughts from the DL crew.

00:00:00 Welcome to Destination Linux

00:03:19 Community Feedback

00:15:54 Sponsored by Sandfly Security

00:18:21 Cold Incident Response Conference

00:24:07 Linux Malware Trends

00:35:09 IoT Rootkit Risks

00:40:08 OpenRGB Adds Support for New Hardware

00:53:19 Peppermint OS Moving to XLibre

00:56:38 Ubuntu 26.10 to use Linux 7.3 Kernel

01:00:22 MX Linux Forums Suffer DDoS Attack

01:06:33 Closing Thoughts

Destination Linux is a weekly show where Ryan, Jill, and guests share their passion for Linux and Open Source. Destination Linux is a show for all experience levels, whether you’re a beginner to Linux and Open Source or a long‑time user, this is the podcast for you. Destination Linux covers a wide range of topics from the latest news, discussions on Linux and Open Source, Linux distributions, Linux applications, security, privacy, AI, gaming on Linux, and unique in‑depth interviews with Linux developers and leaders and much more.

Destination Linux website

https://deviantairwaves.com

Become a Patron

https://patreon.com/destinationlinux

Buy Me a Coffee

https://buymeacoffee.com/destinationlinux

Merch

https://shop.deviantairwaves.com

EFF x Destination Linux

https://eff.org/destinationlinux

Sandfly Security

https://sandfly.com/?utm_source=destinationlinux&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=yt-description
Special Guest: Craig Rowland.

Máirín 'Mo' Duffy from Red Hat joins Jill, Ryan, and Zeb for a packed episode covering responsible AI, Valve’s new Steam Frame VR headset, Plex security warnings, accessibility breakthroughs, and one of the most open‑source wearables ever made. Plus community feedback, Session updates, and Sandfly Security.

Destination Linux is a weekly show where Ryan, Jill, and guests share their passion for Linux and Open Source. Destination Linux is a show for all experience levels, whether you’re a beginner to Linux and Open Source or a long time user, this is the podcast for you. Destination Linux covers a wide range of topics from the latest news, discussions on Linux and Open Source, Linux distributions, Linux applications, security, privacy, AI, gaming on Linux, and unique in-depth interviews with Linux developers and leaders and much more!

Destination Linux website

https://deviantairwaves.com

Become a Patron

https://patreon.com/destinationlinux

Buy Me a Coffee

https://buymeacoffee.com/destinationlinux

Merch

https://shop.deviantairwaves.com

EFF x Destination Linux

https://eff.org/destinationlinux

Sandfly Security

https://sandfly.com/?utm_source=destinationlinux&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=yt-description

00:00:00 Welcome to Destination Linux

00:01:08 Community Feedback

00:12:39 Sponsored by Sandfly Security

00:14:36 Thanks to Our Supporters

00:15:52 AI Risks and Ten-Year Warnings

00:30:29 Open Source as a Safeguard

00:39:21 AI’s Real-World Benefits

00:48:19 Steam Frame Revealed

01:07:59 Plex Patch Problems

01:16:19 Sound You Can Feel

01:19:31 Closing Thoughts

Linux #opensource #FOSS #podcast #security #privacy #AI #redhat #ubuntu #suse #opensuse #debian #SteamOS

In Destination Linux Episode 483, the crew is finally back at full strength! Zeb returns from his mysterious off‑world illness, recharged and ready to bring his signature wisdom back to the show. Jill unleashes one of the most beloved segments in DL history — the Treasure Hunt — where you never know what surprise she’ll pull out, but it’s always awesome.

We also dive into a packed set of topics that feel straight out of a doomsday‑style thriller: companies deleting your data instead of providing it, Switzerland attempting to break free from Microsoft’s gravitational pull, and Comcast rolling out motion‑sensing routers with serious privacy implications. Plus community feedback on Discord alternatives, open‑source wins, and more.

Below are the timestamps for this episode:

00:00:00 Welcome to Destination Linux

00:02:00 Community Feedback

00:10:58 Open Source Donation Poll Results

00:17:48 Sponsored by Sandfly Security

00:20:53 Thanks to Our Supporters

00:25:56 Jill's Treasure Hunt: A Surprise Gift

00:51:50 Privacy Act Put to the Test

01:02:03 Switzerland Ditches Microsoft

01:07:39 Comcast's Motion-Sensing Routers

01:13:12 Closing Thoughts

About The Show:

Destination Linux is a weekly show where Ryan, Jill, and guests share their passion for Linux and Open Source. Destination Linux is a show for all experience levels, whether you’re a beginner to Linux and Open Source or a long time user, this is the podcast for you. Destination Linux covers a wide range of topics from the latest news, discussions on Linux and Open Source, Linux distributions, Linux applications, security, privacy, AI, gaming on Linux, and unique in-depth interviews with Linux developers and leaders and much more!

Destination Linux website

https://deviantairwaves.com

Become a Patron

https://patreon.com/destinationlinux

Buy Me a Coffee

https://buymeacoffee.com/destinationlinux

Merch

https://shop.deviantairwaves.com

EFF x Destination Linux

https://eff.org/destinationlinux

Sandfly Security

https://sandfly.com/?utm_source=destinationlinux&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=yt-description

Linux #opensource #FOSS #podcast #security #privacy #AI #redhat #ubuntu #suse #opensuse #debian #SteamOS