Best Desktop Computers Podcasts (2025)

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System76 Transmission Log: Linux Hardware, Open Source Summit, and a chat with Screenly 30:26

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7d ago30:26

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On this summer transmission, Alex and Emma hype new hardware and our presence at the Open Source Summit in Denver. We interview Viktor Petersson at Screenly, an open-source digital signage company. The discussion dives into Screenly’s focus on security, especially for enterprise environments, and emphasizes the need for strong hardware and software…

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Startup Mindsets with Earl Valencia 32:31

11d ago32:31

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What does it really take to succeed in today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven world? In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman chats with Earl Valencia—acclaimed tech leader, venture-backed founder, and author of Startup Mindsets: A Blueprint to Thrive in an Innovation-Driven and Globally Connected World. Earl brings real-world insights from…

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AI and visualizing multidimensional vectors with Pamela Fox 41:20

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Ever wonder how AI “sees” high-dimensional data? In this special 1,000th episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman chats with AI expert Pamela Fox about the fascinating world of visualizing complex data. Pamela breaks down how those abstract numbers and vectors can be turned into visuals we can actually understand—basically helping us see how AI th…

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AI Code Reviews with CodeRabbit's Howon Lee 33:03

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What if AI could not only speed up your code reviews—but actually make them fairer? In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman chats with Howon Lee, Senior Software Engineer at CodeRabbit, about how AI is changing the game when it comes to code reviews. They dig into the unspoken dynamics that can pop up in traditional reviews—like how senio…

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Azure AI Foundry (from BUILD 2025) with Yina Arenas 50:32

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Learn how to supercharge your AI development with our integrated signals loop that connects model choice, knowledge retrieval, fine-tuning, orchestration and memory —anchored by observability and trust. Design, customize, and manage intelligent agents using open standards and protocols such as Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Agent-to-Agent (A2A) t…

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System76 Transmission Log: Linux Hardware, COSMIC News and Enhancing AI with View.IO 23:31

1M ago23:31

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On this month’s transmission, Emma and Alex share System76 news about the Linux Community at LFNW. Listen to an interview with View.io discussing how to securely use your internal data to build private AI-powered apps. Think rapid case research, risk assessment, enhanced patient care. Alex and Emma also talk about COSMIC DE and Linux laptops! 00:40…

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Is AI what Robotics needs? with Jasmine Lawrence Campbell 33:22

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott sits down with AI/ML & Robotics leader Jasmine Lawrence Campbell to explore the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and robotics. Jasmine shares insights on how AI is shaping the future of robotics, the challenges of integrating AI into robotic systems, and why she believes there's a place f…

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181: Memory Management 1:46:21

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Intro topic: Video Game Prices News/Links: Step one: Jump in the Lava - Abyssoft https://youtu.be/WdadpHLAfdA?si=oXYnhB0EdkR_RaPE Scalable world models for continuous control https://www.tdmpc2.com/ Clever code is probably the worst code you could write - Engineer’s Codex https://read.engineerscodex.com/p/clever-code-is-probably-the-worst A new, op…

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Jim Black on John Carmack and Steve Jobs (2018) 11:21

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Original text by Jim Black. Previous John Carmack episode: The Steve Jobs Rollercoaster. Peter Graffagnino’s appearance at NeXTEVNT 2015. Peter is interviewed by fellow Pixar veteran Michael Johnson. Some of the original Mac team demonstrating Steve Jobs’ favourite hand gesture (scroll down). John Carmack’s appearance at Macworld San Francisco 1999…

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Is Vibe Coding Real? with James Montemagno 45:21

2M ago45:21

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Vibe Coding has folks talking and "vibing entire applications." But is it valid? Should one use AI agents to create apps that go directly into production, or is it just appropriate for prototyping? Scott talks to James Montemagno who recently vibed a 17,000 line application and only wrote 20 bespoke lines himself. Is this the future of programming …

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Making SNES ROMS with C# and Matthew Shapiro's DotnetSnes 33:33

2M ago33:33

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What if you could craft Super Nintendo ROMs using the power of C#? In this episode, Scott Hanselman dives into the world of retro game development with Matthew Shapiro, the creator of DotnetSnes—a tool that enables developers to build SNES games with modern .NET technology. They explore how the project works, the challenges of programming for class…

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Neverending support for open source with Hayden Barnes 32:55

2M ago32:55

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The issue of software support for open-source is a long and storied one. Scott sits down with open-source advocate Hayden Barnes about how paid support and custom builds of older open-source software is a business opportunity for herodevs. Should you upgrade and migrate to the latest build? Or should you get paid never ending support?…

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The Iconoclast - Send In The Clones (1995) 15:17

2M ago15:17

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Apple’s licensing approach (ca. 1994-1997) is a bad idea. Original text by Steven Levy, Macworld January 1995. Andy Bechtolscheim quote about SPARC licensing and Macintosh clones: “Sun had a unified business… it wasn’t really selling separate software. … that whole notion of defining success [as] ‘other people adopt your thing’… Apple was criticize…

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Computer Science for Kids with Jen Looper 34:12

2M ago34:12

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Scott sits down with Jen Looper, educator, developer, and author of Computer Science for Kids. Together, they dive into the importance of introducing young minds to coding early and making computer science accessible for all. Jen shares insights from her book, discusses the evolving landscape of tech education, and highlights creative ways to inspi…

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System76 Transmission Log: Linux Hardware, COSMIC News and Developer Interview 15:49

2M ago15:49

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Alex and Emma are back this month with System76 hardware and COSMIC news! Join this nerdy duo for the latest updates and an interview with AI developer Michael Dominick from The Mad Botter! 01:07 New Darter 01:48 Launch Keyboards on Sale 02:46 Kubecon Europe and Thelio Astra 03:29 LinuxFest Northwest COSMIC presentation and sandwiches 04:32 COSMIC …

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Why Cloud Identity is Your New Front Line in Cybersecurity 9:04

2M ago9:04

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Stolen credentials. Risky login behavior. Shared accounts with no audit trail. Businesses that overlook identity management face serious security gaps, compliance challenges, and operational inefficiencies. Most cybersecurity strategies focus on firewalls and endpoint tools—but today, your real perimeter is every login. In this episode of Perimeter…

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Wise Guy - 1984 Redux (1994) 11:10

2M ago11:10

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How Macintosh could have taken over the world. Original text by Guy Kawasaki, Macworld February 1994. Various 1993ish Apple commercials courtesy of RetroByte.By Derek

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AI Data Infrastructure for the Global South with Kate Kallott 34:45

3M ago34:45

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, host Scott Hanselman sits down with Amini's Kate Kallot to explore the transformative potential of AI-driven data infrastructure in the Global South. As the founder of Amini, Kallot shares insights into how artificial intelligence can bridge critical data gaps, drive sustainable development, and empower communities…

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Tiny Experiments with Anne-Laure Le Cunff 39:47

3M ago39:47

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In this insightful episode of Hanselminutes, host Scott Hanselman sits down with Anne-Laure Le Cunff, the brilliant mind behind Tiny Experiments. Together, they explore the transformative power of small, manageable experiments in fostering creativity, personal growth, and meaningful change. Anne-Laure shares how her background in neuroscience and h…

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Forking around (with the Linux Desktop) and Finding Out with Justin Garrison 33:29

3M ago33:29

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Justin serves as Head of Product at Sidero Labs. His career includes contributions to Oscar-winning films, the Disney+ streaming platform, and Amazon EKS. In his free time, Justin enjoys building modern-retro computers and watching Moana. He is the co-host of the FAFO.FM podcast with Autumn Nash. In this Episode he talks to Scott about his love for…

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The Future of Work: Why the Modern Desktop Experience Changes Everything 10:27

3M ago10:27

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Slow device setups. Frustrating VPN issues. Former employees still accessing company data. Businesses relying on outdated IT models face major security risks, lost productivity, and unnecessary costs. Most organizations focus on cybersecurity tools but ignore a foundational shift that could improve security, streamline operations, and boost employe…

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The AI Revolution in Medicine with Dr. Peter Lee, President, Microsoft Research 47:27

3M ago47:27

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In association with the ACM ByteCast, in this thought-provoking episode, Scott sits down with Dr. Peter Lee, President of Microsoft Research, to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on medicine. Dr. Lee delves into the advancements in generative AI, such as GPT-4, and their implications for healthcare systems, patient care, …

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System76 Transmission Log: System76 News, upcoming events and App Developer Interview 23:26

3M ago23:26

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Listen to the latest System76 news with Alex and Emma! App developer guest, Luc Morvan joins the show to talk about his python development and experience with Pop!_OS and System76. 00:50 How did Emma lose her voice? 03:00 Thelio Mega News 03:40 Spring Sale 04:20 LinuxFest Northwest coming and Thelio Mega with PNY at GTC conference 05:46 Guest Intro…

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IT Lifecycle Management: The Foundation of Secure Operations 10:15

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40% higher IT costs. Unpatched security gaps. Former employees still accessing company data. These are just a few of the risks businesses face when they don’t have a structured IT lifecycle strategy. Most organizations focus on cybersecurity tools but overlook the foundational issue: lifecycle management. Without a plan for tracking, securing, and …

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180: Reinforcement Learning 1:52:22

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Intro topic: Grills News/Links: You can’t call yourself a senior until you’ve worked on a legacy project https://www.infobip.com/developers/blog/seniors-working-on-a-legacy-project Recraft might be the most powerful AI image platform I’ve ever used — here’s why https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/ai-image-video/recraft-might-be-the-most-powerful-ai-image-…

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Steven Levy - One Mississippi, Two Mississippi, ... (1996) 7:03

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Why does System 7.5 take so long to start up? Original text by Steven Levy, Macworld April 1996. Avoid conflating Moore’s Law with Dennard scaling. 65scribe has an easily-digested summary of Dennard scaling in his extensive Power Mac G5 coverage.By Derek

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Saving lives with light with Dr. Mary Lou Jepsen - ACM ByteCast 41:25

3M ago41:25

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman sits down with the visionary Dr. Mary Lou Jepsen, founder and CEO of Openwater. Dr. Jepsen shares her groundbreaking work in developing advanced imaging technologies that have the potential to revolutionize medical diagnostics and treatment. From her journey through big tech companies like Google an…

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From Detection to Action: How SOAR Stops Cyberattacks in Minutes 15:40

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287 days. That’s how long it takes—on average—to detect and contain a breach. Cybercriminals aren’t waiting for you to catch up. With automated attack methods and round-the-clock threats, small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) can’t afford slow response times. Traditional security tools detect threats - but without automation, attackers have the uppe…

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The Desktop Critic - How to Become a Millionare Overnight (1996) 13:09

4M ago13:09

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Eight best-selling Mac products that don’t exist–yet. Original text by David Pogue, Macworld April 1996. More on the history of DiskDoubler. John V. Holder’s TakeABreak has recently been uncovered from the depths of archive.org. A hybrid of the imaginary Concatenator Pro and PocketBoot might be Startup Doubler, which gloms together all your extensi…

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Five basic Linux commands 28:23

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Big Migrations with Louis Beaudoin-Allaire 33:43

4M ago33:43

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Today we delve into the process of migrating data to the cloud with Louis Beaudoin-Allaire, Principal Developer at ShareGate. Scott learns about the benefits of cloud migration and the best practices for a successful transition. Louis shares his expertise on how to move with performance and data integrity. Fanning out and moving huge amounts of dat…

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Jonathan Schwartz - Good Artists Copy, Great Artists Steal (2010) 11:59

4M ago11:59

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What to say when Steve Jobs threatens to sue you. Original text by Jonathan Schwartz. More about Lighthouse Design’s Concurrence courtesy of the Apple Wikia instance. Sun famously sued Microsoft over their incompatible Java implenentation variant in 1997. Microsoft settled by paying Sun a bunch of money. Please enjoy this Flash animation shown at J…

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Why SIEM and Threat Detection Are Foundational for SMB Cybersecurity 12:17

4M ago12:17

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Cybercriminals aren’t just targeting enterprises anymore. SMBs are in the crosshairs, and the consequences are costly. A single data breach can cost an SMB over $3 million, yet many businesses still lack the visibility needed to detect threats before it’s too late. In this episode of Perimeter Perspective, hosts Michael Moore and Alyssa Birchfield …

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Reimagining the Windows Terminal with Warp's Zach Lloyd 31:46

4M ago31:46

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What if we did the terminal...differently? Warp is taking a big bet on a new terminal that's got AI at the center. Is it a bad idea, or might it just be epic? Scott talks to Warp CEO Zach Lloyd about their big bet on a new way to think about the oldest computing interface. And, Warp is now out on Windows! https://www.warp.dev…

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James Thomson - Mac OS X Dock History (2025) 14:57

4M ago14:57

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Original text by James Thomson. DragThing, one of many Dock-like tools for classic Mac OS. PCalc for classic and modern Mac OS/iOS. Some PCalc history. The One True Place for the Dock may be at the bottom of the screen, but ever since the advent of widescreen everything, it always made more sense–at least to me–to put it on the right. This frees up…

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How MXDR Protects SMBs from Cyber Threats 15:27

4M ago15:27

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60% of small businesses close within six months of a cyberattack. Cyber threats are evolving, and small to mid-sized businesses are becoming prime targets. Traditional security solutions—like standalone antivirus and firewalls—leave dangerous gaps that attackers exploit. Businesses need a proactive, unified approach to threat detection and response…

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Rhasspy and Home Assistant Voice with Dr. Michael Hansen 37:41

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, Dr. Michael Hansen from Nabu Casa joins Scott Hanselman to discuss the exciting advancements in open-source voice technology. They delve into the integration of Rhasspy and Home Assistant Voice, exploring how these tools can enhance privacy and local processing for voice assistants. Dr. Hansen shares insights on th…

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System76 Transmission Log: System76 News, COSMIC DE, Bioinformatics and Balloons 29:30

4M ago29:30

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Join Alex and Emma aboard their nerdy spaceship for the latest System76 hardware and software news. Meet RJ Nowling in an exclusive interview about bioinformatics and genomic data science processing with the ARM-powered Thelio Astra! 06:20 Tiny Hardware News about the Meerkat 08:55 Conference Appearances (SCALE, LFNW, GTC) and Garrett created a coo…

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Psychology of Software Teams with Dr. Cat Hicks 33:02

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Dr. Cat Hicks is a psychologist studying software teams, a research leader, an empirical interventionist, and a creative entrepreneur. She is the VP of Research Insights for Pluralsight, where she founded the Developer Success Lab, an empirical research lab creating open science for developers and their teams. She talks to Scott about how software …

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Zero Trust SaaS Security: Protecting Your Apps, Identities, and Devices 11:09

4M ago11:09

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Ready for SaaS security without the complexity? Managing SaaS security is becoming one of the biggest challenges for IT teams. With employees using apps like Salesforce, Dropbox, and countless others, businesses struggle to keep access secure without adding friction to everyday workflows. Legacy security approaches—like VPNs and standalone logins—f…

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Micro.blog and owning your words with Manton Reece 35:55

5M ago35:55

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https://micro.one https://micro.blogBy Scott Hanselman

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179: Project Planning 1:43:00

5M ago1:43:00

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Intro topic: Lego event space & retail store: https://www.instagram.com/bambeecave News/Links: StackOverflow Question Count Going Down https://gist.github.com/hopeseekr/f522e380e35745bd5bdc3269a9f0b132 DeepSeek claims its ‘reasoning’ model beats OpenAI’s o1 on certain benchmarks https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/20/deepseek-claims-its-reasoning-model-…

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Teaching the next-gen engineer with Dr Carlotta Berry 28:18

5M ago28:18

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By Scott Hanselman