Episode 56: Stop Killing Games: Who Really Owns What You Buy?

July 13th, 2025  |  1 hr 22 mins

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We explore the Stop Killing Games movement and the growing outrage over delisted and shut-down games, asking: what does it mean to truly own a digital game? From Ubisoft’s The Crew to broader DRM and emulation debates, we break down the ethics, tech, and preservation efforts driving the conversation. Plus, Bo shares an update on his solo Godot card game project, ShadowLight.

Episode 54: This episode could have been an email

February 18th, 2025  |  1 hr 21 mins

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Welcome back to Crowbar Kernel Panic, your favorite tech, gaming, and Linux podcast! This episode is live on YouTube and will be available on iTunes and other podcast platforms. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment to support the show!

Episode 48: New PC build and Proxmox Cloud Init

March 12th, 2024  |  1 hr 22 mins

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🚀 Tech, Gaming, Linux—Oh My! 🎮🐧 Crowbar Kernel Panic - Ep. 48

Welcome back to Crowbar Kernel Panic, your go-to hub for all things tech, gaming, and Linux! In this pre-recorded episode, we're diving deep into the digital realm to bring you the latest insights and updates. Tune in as we unpack the week's hottest news, discuss home lab adventures, and explore the world of gaming.

Episode 47: Keyboards, Cooling Woes, and VR

February 28th, 2024  |  1 hr 5 mins

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Welcome back to Crowbar Kernel Panic, where we delve deep into the tech trenches and emerge with the latest insights! 🚀 In this episode, join us as we navigate the thrilling world of keyboards, liquid cooling woes, and the fascinating frontier of virtual reality. Tune in for an exploration of the practicalities and potentials of VR for both gaming and remote work, alongside a dive into the intricacies of Apple's Vision Pro.

Episode 46: Unveiling the Steam Deck OLED

December 7th, 2023  |  50 mins 22 secs

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Welcome to another riveting episode of Crowbar Kernel Panic, the premier podcast at the crossroads of Linux and gaming. In Episode 46, we're delving into the exciting world of the Steam Deck OLED. This episode is pre-recorded and will be available on YouTube, iTunes, and your favorite podcast apps. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment to support the show! Your engagement means the world to us.

Episode 44: Unity's Pricing & What It Means for Game Developers

October 9th, 2023  |  1 hr 13 mins

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In this episode, we discuss Unity's recent pricing and packaging updates, including the removal of the revenue limit for Unity Personal users, the introduction of runtime fees, and Unity Pro's new pricing structure. We explore the industry's shift toward shareholder focus and the importance of keeping game development tools like Unity as flexible learning and development aids, rather than becoming overly committed to any one engine.

Episode 43: Is Linux good for gaming in 2023?

September 17th, 2023  |  1 hr 20 mins

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Crowbar Kernel Panic, the ultimate podcast at the crossroads of Linux and gaming! In this Episode 43, we're diving deep into the world of Linux and gaming, bringing you the latest news, tech updates, and gaming insights.

Join us on this journey as we explore the dynamic landscape of the Linux gaming community. Remember, this episode is pre-recorded and will be available on YouTube, iTunes, and your favorite podcast apps. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment to support the show. Your feedback means the world to us!

Have questions or suggestions? Reach out to us at [email protected] or join our vibrant community on Discord at Discord Invite Link.

Episode 5: Crypto is Ruining My Life

April 26th, 2021  |  1 hr 28 mins

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We go over several cloud gaming services in an attempt to help people who may be frustrated with the current video card shortage.

Episode 2: Ryzen Goose Egg Omelettes

March 7th, 2021  |  1 hr 29 mins

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This is the first full-length episode! / Bo makes a Goose Egg Omelette / Steam Play vs Moonlight / Could Nvidia have solved the graphics card problem? / Valheim is the new hotness / ESO and the various ways to run and improve performance.

Episode 1: The era of the LAN party

February 25th, 2021  |  58 mins 36 secs

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This is the first episode of what we hope is a long running Linux gaming podcast. Covering who we are and what this podcast will be.