Episode 60: Reviewing Your Homelab, Sick, and Sleep-Deprived

October 9th, 2025  |  49 mins 23 secs

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This week on Crowbar Kernel Panic, we’re reviewing your homelab… while sick, sleep-deprived, and running on cough drops.

Episode 57: We Let AI Join Our Podcast (Chaos Ensued)

August 18th, 2025  |  1 hr 33 mins

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This week on Crowbar Kernel Panic, Bo and Josh kick things off with some personal nerd banter: Bo’s recent CTF competition and Josh’s shiny new homelab project. Then, for the first time ever, we bring on a special guest—ChatGPT—who calls into the show to chat about AI ethics, PC gaming culture, and the weird future we’re all heading into. Expect laughs, debates, and a few existential questions along the way.

Episode 49: The Untold Secrets of Ubuntu 24.04

May 9th, 2024  |  1 hr 3 mins

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First up, we explore the release of Ubuntu 24.04 and its implications for the Linux community. From new features to improved performance, discover what this latest version has in store for users.

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.