Best Open And Clear Broadcasting Podcasts (2025)

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637: Chris' Smart Home Disaster 58:25

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The biggest failure in seven years, right before a trip. What broke, how Chris pulled it back together, and how Wes would fix it right. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access …

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“Economic Update,” “Clear Path Health Plan: Cutting Through the Noise of Employer Health Benefits," and “What is On Your Mind? Answering More of your Questions” 49:00

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Join Jim Shoemaker, Rusty Leonard, and Scott Jordan as they dive into an Economic Update - What is going on in our Economy! Shannon Dyson will explain Clear Path Health Plan: Cutting Through the Noise of Employer Health Benefits. "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering adv…

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636: Engineering the Future 1:27:49

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We're back from Texas just in time to chat with Jon Seager, Canonical's VP of Engineering, and their new era with Ubuntu 25.10. On the way, we visit System76 in Denver where the COSMIC team has surprises waiting for us. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula pla…

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“Looking for the Right Person – Questions You Should Ask Your Advisor,” “Elder Care – Why is this so critical?" and “What is On Your Mind? Answering More of your Questions” 48:49

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Join Jim Shoemaker, Jason Herrington, and Scott Jordan as they help you determine if you are- Looking for the right person? Questions you Should Ask Your Advisor. Rob Clement will dive into Elder Care. Why is This So Critical? "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering adviso…

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“Get Ready - Medicare Open Enrollment Begins Soon,” Scam School-Artificial Intelligence and Scams,” and “Answering More of your Questions” 49:00

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Join Jim Shoemaker, Claire Greene, and Scott Jordan as they remind you that Medicare Open Enrollment begins soon. Learn what changes you can make and upcoming key deadlines. “Welcome to Scam School!” Daniel Irwin reminds us how scammers are using AI to deceive. Learn how to spot the signs! "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CF…

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635: The Texas Linux Fest Special 1:30:03

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Our cross-continent race to Texas Linux Fest culminates into fantastic meat, meetups, and more. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution fo…

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634: Config Confessions 1:30:28

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From finely tuned to total config carnage. We review listener homelabs to share what works, and what really doesn't. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a dev…

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“Forward Memphis: Ways to Build a Better and More Sustainable Future” “What is Going on in Today’s Market” and “Answering More of your Questions” 49:00

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Join Jim Shoemaker and Travis Moody as they share more about Forward Memphis, providing hands-on coaching, leading to a solution with a trusted, affordable, and a sustainable alternative to payday lending. They help to build a better, more scalable, and sustainable future. Daniel Brown shares news about What is going on in today’s market! "Helping …

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633: A Kernel in Every Core 1:28:36

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Can't get enough Linux? How about multiple kernels running simultaneously, side by side, not in a VM, all on the same hardware; this week it's finally looking real. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Managemen…

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“Smarter Ways to Give: What is a Donor Advised Fund?” “Your Money, Your Rules: Budgeting for the Life You Want” and “Answering More of your Questions” 48:51

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Join Jim Shoemaker, Len Hardison, and Scott Jordan as they discuss practical strategies for giving wisely and to make your giving go further. Cullen West shares his perspective on:” Your Money, Your Rules: Budgeting for the Life You Want” "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative off…

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632: The Nightly Wobble 1:12:40

1M ago1:12:40

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Our first look at KDE Linux, then Chris shares the latest on Hyprvibe, while Wes braves his first install. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust …

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“Aging with Dignity: What Are Your Five Wishes?” “Healthcare: What Does the Future Hold?” and “Answering More of your Questions” 49:00

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Join Jim Shoemaker and Paul Malley as they discuss Aging with Dignity: What Are Your Five Wishes? Then, Colin Green will explore the topic Healthcare: What Does the Future Hold? "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services through Cetera Investment Advisers, a…

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631: Offline By Default 1:06:27

2M ago1:06:27

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Chris managed to turn low bandwidth into a lifestyle, and curated a batch of self-hosted apps that make near-offline living possible. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Ma…

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“Social Security- Are There Any Upcoming Changes?” “Scams Begin Out of the Blue: Scam School,” and “More Answers to Your Questions” 48:59

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Join as Jim Shoemaker, Kurt Czarnowski, and Scott Jordan as they answer your questions about “Social Security – Are There Any Upcoming Changes?” Daniel Irwin investigates how “Scams Begin Out of the Blue: Scam School.” You will learn how to protect yourself and your family. "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim…

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630: Google's Garden Lockdown 1:16:59

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Google's sideloading lockdown has us pushing Wes' Pixel further than Google ever dreamed. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for comp…

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“What’s Working in our City and Surrounding Area,” “Critical Information about Long Term Care Insurance” and “Answering Your Questions” 48:58

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Jim Shoemaker and Mayor Mike Palazzolo, the Mayor of Germantown, are here to talk about what’s good, and what’s working right here in our city and surrounding area. The mayor will help identify who’s making a difference and why it matters. Gregg Beeber reveals critical information about “Long Term Care Insurance.” "Hel…

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629: Arch Enemies 1:18:19

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Arch is under fire, two weeks and counting. We'll break down the mess, and share a quick fix. Plus, the killer new apps we've just added to our homelabs. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Passwor…

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“What is Self-Funding: How Can It Benefit You?” “Update on the Market,” and “Your Questions Answered Here” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Join Jim Shoemaker, Shannon Dyson, and Scott Jordan as they dive into Healthcare Economics with the topic: “Self-Funding- What It Means and How It Can Benefit You!” Daniel Brown shares the latest in his “Market Update.” "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor represe…

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628: Don't Call it a Christro 1:31:28

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When personalities clash, the users come last. Meanwhile, Chris' hyper-tuned setup stops being a toy and starts looking like a daily driver. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Ac…

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“Financial Myths and Misconceptions” and “What Does a Good Financial Advisor Bring to the Table” 48:40

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Join as Jim Shoemaker, Abby Wilson, Jason Herrington, and Scott Jordan discuss “Financial Myths and Misconceptions.” Jason will reveal “What Does a Good Financial Advisor Bring to the Table.” "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory se…

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627: The 2 a.m. Rescue 1:24:38

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Wes performs a 2 a.m. rescue at DEFCON, and Chris attempts to build a Linux desktop using nothing but vibes. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trus…

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“Navigating Market Uncertainty,”” Your Questions, Our Answers,” and “Stay Alert!” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Ted Minor, and Scott Jordan bring guidance to retirees in “Navigating Market Uncertainty.” Daniel Irwin will take us back to “Scam School- Stay Alert to New and Upcoming Scams.” "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering…

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626: The Btrfs Blues 1:09:30

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A Btrfs bug that bites is in the wild, and we discover whole home audio that works like a charm. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution f…

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“Creating Change in Our City,” “Maximizing Your Credit Card Rewards,’ and “Your Questions, Our Answers” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Larry Lloyd, and Whitney Williams discuss how Memphis Leadership Foundation and My Town Miracles are Impacting our City! Michael Powell and Scott Jordan will share strategic information on how to “Maximize Your Credit Card Rewards.” "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP,…

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625: They're Doing it Wrong! 1:15:42

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A radical rethink of what a Linux distro should do, and what it should stop doing. Plus, we dig into what's great about Linux 6.16. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Mana…

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“Get Ready! Upcoming News about the FedEx St. Jude Classic,” “The Sandwich Generation” and “What is Self-Funding?" 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker and Ex. Director, Joe Tomek share their excitement about the highly anticipated FedEx St. Jude Classic. Shannon Dyson tackles the question: “What is Self-Funding: How can it help me?" Plus, Cullen West sheds light on the challenges faced by “The Sandwich Generation.” What exactly does that term…

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624: Tiny PC, Huge Problems 1:22:32

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Everything wrong with our homelabs, and how we're finally fixing them. Plus: two self-hosted apps you didn't know you needed. Sponsored By: Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management…

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“Economy: What is on the Horizon?” “What is the iStopMM Initiative?” and “Fundamentals” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Rusty Leonard and Scott Jordan, dive into the “Economy: What is on the horizon?” “What is the iStopMM Initiative?” – Jered Haddad is here to update us with exciting news about Multiple Myeloma and future research. "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an invest…

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623: 50 Days of Blue 1:14:51

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Chris fled a declarative-first world for the promised land of Bluefin's atomic simplicity. Fifty days in, did he find desktop bliss or just fresh compromises? Sponsored By: 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies with Okta, and they ensure that if a device isn't trusted and…

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“Turning Equity Into Opportunity,” “Insurance Tips for New Homebuyers,” and “Answering Your Questions” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Sarah Layson, Keller Williams, and Katie Abart, Shoemaker Insurance Solutions are here to “Empower Sellers – Turning Equity into Opportunity.” Are you ready to sell or buy? Katie will help with valuable information on “Insurance Tips for New Homebuyers.” "Helping You Make the Most of Your Mone…

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“Medicare Coverage while Traveling Internationally,” “Managing Your Health in the Heat,” “Warning Signs for Senior Abuse and Scams,” and “SCAM SCHOOL: Stay Alert!” 49:26

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Claire Greene, and Rob Clement share critical information about “Medicare Coverage while Traveling Internationally,” “Managing Your Health in the Heat,” and “Warning Signs for Senior Abuse and Scams.” Daniel Irwin will take us back to Scam School with updated information about current scams in…

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622: Omarchy Hits Different 1:07:23

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Developers are abandoning their Macs for a new frontier: Arch Linux with Hyprland. We dive into Omarchy, and the broader trend fueling it. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access …

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621: The Sunday Secret Sauce 1:04:48

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We're highlighting several stories and reviews that never made it into the show. From GrapheneOS trouble, Asahi updates, Framework's desktop reveal, Starlink's Linux magic, and more. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended A…

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"Why Your Health Insurance Premiums Keep Going Up - What Can You Do?" and “Designing a Well – Rounded Financial Strategy for Young Parents” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Jacob Norman, and Scott Jordan bring valuable information on “Designing a Well-Rounded Financial Strategy for Young Parents.” Shannon Dyson has critical answers on "Why Your Health Insurance Premiums Keep Going Up - What Can You Do? "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP,…

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620: Brent Loves Building Things 57:20

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Off-the-shelf didn't cut it, so we built what we needed using open hardware and open source. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for comp…

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“Update on the Market,” “Things the Commercials Don’t Tell You,” and “Items Not Covered by Medicare” 48:19

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Daniel Brown, and Scott Jordan share an Update on the Market. Clarie Greene has surprising information about Things the Commercials Don’t Tell You and Items NOT Covered by Medicare. "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money”

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619: The Trouble with TUIs 1:12:56

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We spent the week learning keybindings, installing dependencies, and cramming for bonus points. Today, we score up and see how we did in the TUI Challenge. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password…

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"Dividing the Dollars - Divorce and Finance" and "Home and Auto Insurance Changes in 2025"Tips for Finding the Best Rates for Insurance" 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Gil Buie, and Abby Wilson tackle the sensitive topic of Dividing the Dollars – what you need to know about divorce and finances. Scott Jordan joins us to break down your most pressing questions, and Katie Abart will update us on the "2025 Changes in Home and Auto Insurance." "Helping You Make …

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618: TUI Challenge Kickoff 1:10:23

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Our terminal apps are loaded, the goals are set, but we're already hitting a few snags. The TUI Challenge begins... Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device …

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“Key Questions to Consider When Selecting a Financial Professional,” “Financial Basics,” and “Scam School: Updates on Recent Local Scams” 48:50

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Tune in as Jim Shoemaker, Jason Herrington, and Scott Jordan dive into Questions to Ask When Selecting a Financial Professional and cover essential Financial Fundamentals. Plus, Daniel Irwin returns with Scam School to share the latest updates on recent local scams you need to know about. "Helping You Make the Most of …

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617: The Disposable Server 48:52

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Spin up, share, nuke. We each build a throwaway server, and then rate each others' setups. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for compan…

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“Washington – On the Hill,” “Savvy Strategies for Your Health Savings Account,” and “Important Investment Lessons” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Join as Jim Shoemaker and Greg Valliere for a discussion on current events in Washington - On the Hill. Michael Powell will share insights in Savvy Strategies for Your Health Savings Account, and Ted Minor will present Important Investment Lessons. "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is …

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616: From Boston to bootc 1:30:37

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Fresh off Red Hat Summit, Chris is eyeing an exit from NixOS. What's luring him back to the mainstream? Our highlights, and the signal from the noise from open source's biggest event of the year. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Passwo…

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“Healthcare Economics and the Crisis We Face” and “Social Security- Are there any upcoming changes?” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Join as Jim Shoemaker, Kurt Czarnowski, and Scott Jordan as they answer your questions about “Social Security – Are there any upcoming changes?” Colin Green has important information regarding “Healthcare Economics and the Crisis We Face.” "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an invest…

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615: 25.05 Reasons to NixOS 1:05:04

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With NixOS 25.05 around the corner, we sit down with a release manager to unpack what's new, what's changing, and what's finally getting easier. Spoiler: it's not just the tooling. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Acc…

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“Disability Insurance and Why This is Important” and “Scam School - The Most Recent Known Local Scams” 49:00

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Join as Jim Shoemaker, Gregg Beeber and Scott Jordan as they answer your questions about “Disability Insurance and Why This is Important.” Daniel Irwin is here to take us to “Scam School” and update us on the most recent local scams. "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment a…

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614: Self-Hosted Location Tracking 1:16:00

6M ago1:16:00

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We test-drive a self-hosted alternative to Google Location History. Plus, we cover the week's Linux news highlights, then spill the beans on our upcoming TUI challenge. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Manageme…

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“Principles and Pitfalls of Investing,” “What is Aging in Place?” and “Reviewing the Basics” 48:33

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Join Jim Shoemaker, Jason Herrington, and Scott Jordan as they look at the “Principles and Pitfalls of Investing.” What is “Aging in Place”? Rob Clement will cover essential information around this topic. "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money” Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offerin…

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613: Packets, Power, and Paulus 1:13:11

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We chat with the founder of Home Assistant and then fire up Brent's Linux-powered rig. Sponsored By: Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies …

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“Getting Financially Fit,” “Long-Term Care: Why it Should be Part of Your Financial Strategy,” “More Answers to Your Questions” 48:32

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Talk Money with Jim Shoemaker Join Jim Shoemaker, Jason Herrington, Jacob Norman, and Scott Jordan as they dive into “Getting Financially Fit” and “Why Long-Term Care Should be a Part of Your Financial Strategy.” "Helping You Make the Most of Your Money Jim Shoemaker, CFP, ChFC, is an investment advisor representative offering advisory services thr…