Best Linux Matters Team Podcasts (2025)

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CISO IT – The Reliability Reset: Why IT Teams Are Re-Evaluating Their Tools, E21 8:23

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In this episode of CISO IT, host Jason Kikta, CTO of Automox, brings you insights straight from the floor of Microsoft Ignite. After meeting with customers, partners, and countless IT pros, one message came through loud and clear: reliability and consolidation matter now more than ever. Jason breaks down why teams are exhausted by tool sprawl, frus…

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Hands-On IT – MCP Servers 101: How They Work and Why They Matter, E23 23:37

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In this episode of Hands-On IT, host Landon Miles breaks down what MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers are, why they exist, and how they’re transforming real-world IT automation. Before MCP, AI assistants struggled to interact with the tools, systems, and data IT teams rely on. With the rise of open-source MCP servers, models now have a standardiz…

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Frameworks, Filesystems and Fixes 28:12

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In this episode: Alan dusts off his newsletter. Martin encrypts his new work Framework laptop without LVM, but with --cipher=aes-xts-plain64 --hash=sha256 --iter-time=1000 --key-size=256 --pbkdf-memory=1048576 --sector-size=4096, and without ZFS, but with btrfs and compress=lzo discard=async noatime rw space_cache=v2 ssd. Mark gets help with his Mo…

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Patch [FIX] Tuesday – November 2025 [Kernel Flaws, WSL Priv-esc, and the Agentic AI Developer Risk Frontier], E25 12:47

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In this month’s Patch [FIX] Tuesday, Ryan Braunstein and Mat Lee dig into kernel flaws, WSL privilege escalation, and the growing risk of Agentic AI in developer environments. They explore how attackers are targeting AI extensions, why developer endpoints are prime targets, and what you can do to patch smarter and train your teams effectively. Stay…

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Automox Insiders – Next-Level Automation: A Conversation with Automox's Cybersecurity Experts, E09 19:19

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In this episode of IT Insiders, Maddie Regis speaks with Ryan Braunstein and Mat Lee from Automox's security team about the evolution of automation in security operations. They discuss their career backgrounds, the day-to-day use of Automox for security tasks, and the innovative strategies they employ to enhance automation. The conversation also co…

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Automate IT – Gratitude, Growth, and the People Who Shape Your Career, E20 15:49

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In this reflective episode of Automate IT, Jeremy Maldonado shares how gratitude has shaped his 11-year journey in IT, from his early days in customer service to building technical expertise and community. He explores the importance of mentorship, asking for help, and showing appreciation in both work and home life. As the year winds down, Jeremy i…

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Automox Insiders – Patch or Perish: The Making of OTTOBOX, E20 24:13

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Dive into the creative world behind OTTOBOX: Patch or Perish, Automox’s first-ever video game. In this episode of Automox Insiders, host Maddie Regis chats with Senior Brand Manager Jonah Phillips about transforming patch management into an interactive gaming experience. From retro music production to villain design inspired by real IT challenges, …

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Autonomous IT, Live! True Stories From the Hacker Underworld, E05 36:16

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In this episode of the Autonomous IT, host Landon Miles dives deep into the world of vulnerabilities, exploits, and the psychology behind cyberattacks. From the story of Log4j and its massive global impact to the difference between hackers and attackers, this episode explores how and why breaches happen—and what can be done to stop them. Joining La…

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Hands-On IT – Virtualization, IT Support, and... Home Labs? How Automox Techies Use Automox, E07 26:13

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In this episode of the Hands-On IT podcast, Landon Miles interviews Anthony Maxwell, who is a software engineer at Automox. They discuss Anthony's journey from IT operations to software engineering, and his home lab setup. He discusses his favorite projects, the skills he's learned, and how he applies them in his professional life. Anthony also pro…

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Panache, for men 28:15

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In this episode: Alan slipped down the nix rabbit-hole. Martin created Glyph Party, for adding panache to your terminal applications. Mark has lost all his free time to the latest Rimworld DLC, Odyssey. You can send your feedback via [email protected] or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback wit…

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CISO IT – Dmitri Alperovitch’s Vision for Cyber Defense, E07 22:31

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In this episode, host Jason Kikta talks with Dmitri Alperovitch – CrowdStrike co-founder and chairman of the Automox board – about how speed and precision define modern cyber defense. Alperovitch explores how the OODA loop (Observe–Orient–Decide–Act), a concept rooted in military strategy, can help IT and security teams detect, respond, and adapt t…

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Product Talk – Secure by Default: Inside Automox’s Approach to Product Security, E21 32:47

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In this episode of Product Talk, host Peter Pflaster sits down with Automox Staff Security Engineer Henry Smith to discuss what it really means to be secure by default. Together, they explore how Automox builds security into the foundation of its products, from engineering practices to company culture. You’ll learn how Automox’s “no security tax” p…

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Executive IT – Expert CFO Advice on Bridging IT and Business Strategy, E01 24:43

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CFOs Ziad Fanous (Automox) and David Mehok (formerly CFO of Q2) join host Evan Kiely to break down how IT transformation drives real business value—not just cost savings. They share candid lessons from decades in finance leadership on: Aligning IT investments with company-wide goals Avoiding the pitfalls of tool consolidation and vendor lock-in Tra…

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Terminal Full of Sparkles 23:08

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In this episode: Martin has been using a fancy and colourful alternative to apt called nala. Mark has been debugging his car charger. Alan swapped from Plex to Jellyfin. You can send your feedback via [email protected] or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community, you can join us …

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Patch [FIX] Tuesday – October 2025 [Game Engine Gremlins, Windows Hello Attacks, and Exchange Exploits], E24 18:49

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Happy Patch Tuesday! In this October episode, security specialists Ryan Braunstein and Mat Lee break down some of the month’s most critical vulnerabilities — and why this batch of CVEs might just be the spookiest yet. The duo dives deep into: A Unity Engine remote code execution flaw that impacts games, VR apps, and even training tools The Windows …

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Automate It – Social Engineering & the Human Risk Factor, E19 14:43

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Jeremy Maldonado breaks down cybersecurity fundamentals from a real-world IT operations perspective. From phishing and social engineering to patching best practices and zero trust, Jeremy shares practical insights to help you protect your organization — starting with your own behavior. He covers: Why the human factor is still your biggest vulnerabi…

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Hands-On IT – CVE 101: Demystifying the Three-Letter Acronym, E22 8:48

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CISO IT – Back to Basics: Three Essentials for Secure IT Operations, E20 8:14

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In this episode, Automox CISO Jason Kikta strips away the noise and focuses on the three core pillars of secure IT operations: asset inventory, patch management, and identity and access management (IAM). Jason shares firsthand stories from U.S. Cyber Command and explains why getting the basics right isn’t optional — it’s essential. Whether you’re b…

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CISO IT – Automation and Security Perfection, E03 17:12

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In this episode of the Automox CISO IT Podcast, host Jason Kikta, CISO at Automox, explores how CISOs can advocate for automation maturity across IT and security teams. Jason breaks down why automation is critical for: Reducing human error and noise in detection Accelerating response speed during mass exploitation events Freeing up security teams t…

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macOS Made Me Snap! 26:33

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In this episode: Alan has been manifesting Snaps. Martin has snapped and switched from macOS to Linux with a Framework. Mark used Immich to find family favourite snaps. You can send your feedback via [email protected] or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community, you can join us o…

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Product Talk – Building Toward Autonomous Endpoint Management with JoLynn Dixon, E20 15:49

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In this episode of Product Talk, host Peter Pflaster sits down with JoLynn Dixon, Senior Director of Product Management at Automox, to discuss the future of autonomous endpoint management (AEM) and how Automox is shaping the path forward. JoLynn shares her background in product leadership, the vision behind AEM, and why prioritizing customer feedba…

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Automox Insiders – Emilia Keeney, IT Technician, E02 9:14

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In this episode of Automox Insiders, host Maddie Regis chats with IT Help Desk Technician Emilia Keeney about her path into IT, her experience joining Automox, and why automation is the unsung hero of IT. Emilia shares her journey through an accelerated IT program, what it’s like working on a small but mighty IT team, and why even the simplest supp…

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Executive IT – Why Proactivity Pays in IT & Security with Maxio’s COO Alan Taylor, E06 14:14

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In this episode of Executive IT, host Evan Kiely sits down with Alan Taylor, COO of Maxio, to explore how IT and security shape business reliability, compliance, and growth. Alan shares his perspective as a seasoned operator in private-equity backed SaaS companies, covering: Why IT and security are non-negotiable investments for scaling businesses …

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Automox Insiders – Switching Classrooms: Katie Bleichman on Redefining Her Career Path, E19 11:30

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In this episode of Automox Insiders, host Maddie Regis sits down with Katie Bleichman, Director of CX Operations and Enablement at Automox. Katie shares her inspiring journey from two decades in elementary education to leading customer experience in the SaaS and cybersecurity world. Discover how skills from the classroom translate into IT, what it …

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Ethical Retro Gaming 28:39

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In this episode: Mark has been retro gaming with an Evercade. Martin replaced the official Dropbox client with Maestral. Alan created an MCP server for Grype. You can send your feedback via [email protected] or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community, you can join us on: The Lin…

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CISO IT – Great Security Begins with Great IT, E11 13:44

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In this episode, Jason Kikta discusses the critical relationship between IT and security, emphasizing that great security begins with a solid IT foundation. He explores the importance of establishing a baseline for normalcy, the role of user safety in preventing security breaches, and the need to understand insider threats. Jason concludes with dis…

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Patch [FIX] Tuesday – September 2025: [Hyper-V on the Hot Seat, Phone Link Priv-Esc, and NTFS RCE], E23 18:19

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Stay ahead of September 2025 Patch Tuesday. Automox experts Ryan Braunstein, Henry Smith, and Seth Hoyt break down three high-impact items you need to act on now: Hyper-V privilege escalation, XAML/Phone Link elevation paths, and an NTFS remote code execution. You’ll get: Clear patch priorities and timing. Likely attack paths and real-world detecti…

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Hands-On IT – Building Blocks of IT: From Problems to Solutions pt. 2, E21 29:58

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In the second half of this crossover between Hands On IT and Automate IT, hosts Landon Miles and Jeremy Maldonado shift from defining IT problems to actually building, testing, and refining solutions. They dig into choosing the right tools without getting lost in endless options, the value of learning from APIs and documentation, and why “don’t rei…

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Automate IT – Building Blocks of IT: From Problems to Solutions pt. 1, E18 28:56

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In this special crossover between Hands On IT and Automate IT, hosts Landon Miles and Jeremy Maldonado dive into the building blocks of IT solutions. They share practical ways to approach automation without the overwhelm—starting from defining real-world problems and breaking them into manageable steps. Along the way, they explore Linux as a proble…

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Running Linux on an iPad 35:09

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In this episode: Martin has been running Linux on an iPad using a-Shell, a-Shell mini, and iSH. He also used copyparty. Alan went to a hackathon and used Tessl. If you want to try their closed beta, join their discord and tell them popey sent you. Mark installed GrapheneOS on a Pixel 8a. You can send your feedback via [email protected]. If you’d…

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Autonomous IT, Live! – 3 Ways to Make Your Path to Director of IT Less Scary 42:28

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It’s not just a show, it's a lifeline for how to unscary a seemingly daunting career journey – no matter where you're at in your IT or security hustle. From super-talented IT cartoonist and influencer marketing service agency co-owner, Forrest Brazeal, and gifted Automox VP of Customer Experience, Charles Coaxum, to the sagely verbose CISO and VP o…

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Automate IT – Building Resilient IT Teams and Solutions, E12 13:10

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In this episode of the Automate IT podcast, Jeremy Maldonado discusses the importance of resilience and adaptability in the IT field as we enter 2025. He emphasizes the need for personal and team resilience, effective communication, and the ability to learn from setbacks. The conversation covers practical steps for achieving IT resilience, includin…

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Mirrors, Motors and Makefiles 33:59

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In this episode: Alan prepares for the inevitable by mirroring GitHub to Forgejo. Martin sidesteps complexity with Just. Mark gives his first thoughts on the VW ID.3. You can send your feedback via [email protected]. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community, you can join us on: The Linux Matters C…

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CISO IT — Hacker Summer Camp 2025: A Recap of Black Hat & DEF CON, E19 6:17

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Join Automox CISO and SVP of Product Jason Kikta for a recap of Black Hat and DEF CON 2025. In this episode, Jason shares his take on the conversation around AI in cybersecurity shifting from hype to practical tools for defenders. Hear why integrating AI into your CI/CD pipeline, alert triage, and vulnerability management could be a game changer, p…

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Patch [FIX] Tuesday – August 2025: [Crafted Files, Spoofed Certs, and Good Ol' SQL Injection], E22 8:06

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Join Automox cybersecurity experts Ryan Braunstein and Mat Lee for August 2025’s Patch [FIX] Tuesday, covering a Hyper-V privilege escalation, an Azure Virtual Machines spoofing flaw, and four serious SQL Server vulnerabilities. Learn how attackers could chain virtualization and cloud exploits, why crafted VHDX files and spoofed certificates are da…

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Hands-On IT – The State of IT Careers and the Role of AI with Forrest Brazeal, E11 14:44

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In this episode of Hands-On IT, host Landon Miles sits down with special guest Forrest Brazeal to explore the current state of IT careers and the evolving role of AI in the tech landscape. As a renowned cloud architect and co-founder of Freeman and Forrest, Forrest shares his insights on upskilling for today’s competitive job market, the real impac…