Best thatitshow Podcasts (2026)

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From cloud-first to control-first - (Episode 154) 54:21

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Most companies didn’t rethink their cloud strategy because of one dramatic failure. It started quietly: cloud bills that became harder to explain, contracts that felt less flexible, and data that suddenly came with legal and regulatory strings attached. Over time, those details added up. In 2025, enterprises began shifting from cloud-first optimism…

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AI Grew Up, Datacenters Got Hot, Quantum Still Won’t Call Back - (Episode 153) 1:08:12

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Over the last three years, technology didn’t just move fast—it aged. AI went from a clever party trick to a fully employed adult with deadlines, responsibilities, and an alarming appetite for GPUs. Datacenters followed suit, transforming into glowing furnaces where power meters spin like slot machines and cooling became a first-class workload. Mean…

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We watched AI grow up (while our mics stayed the same) - (Episode 152) 58:53

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When we started this podcast, AI was a quirky sidekick—good for autocomplete, bad at facts, and mostly harmless. Fast-forward three years and suddenly it’s writing code, composing music, summarizing our thoughts before we finish them, and politely asking whether it should schedule the meeting instead. In this episode, we look back at how ChatGPT an…

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Rebooting Education… Error 404: Vision Not Found - (Episode 151) 55:32

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Education has spent the last three decades trying to upgrade itself, but somewhere along the way the installer froze and nobody noticed. In Rebooting Education… Error 404: Vision Not Found, we dig into how a system once built on curiosity slowly became a patchwork of outdated curricula, mismatched expectations, and copy-paste reforms. From tech tha…

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Reboot Required: Our Annual Tech Therapy Session - (Episode 150) 1:00:10

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Last year felt like one long system crash disguised as “normal operations.” In this episode of Reboot Required: Our Annual Tech Therapy Session, we unpack the OS quirks that wasted our mornings, the hardware tantrums that ignored physics, and the AI models that confidently answered questions no one asked. It’s our collective debugging session—part …

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AI: Now Playing… or Still Buffering? - (Episode 149) 7:49

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In this episode, we ask the question everyone keeps dancing around: has AI finally become useful, or are we still politely waiting for it to finish buffering? From chatbots that can pass exams yet freeze on simple tasks, to models that generate brilliant ideas right next to nonsensical ones, we explore the strange middle ground between hype and gen…

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Clippy’s Revenge: Now With More Agents - (Episode 148) 23:23

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In this episode, we dive into Microsoft’s newest brainstorm: turning Windows into an “agentic OS,” where every corner of the interface suddenly sprouts a tiny AI assistant eager to offer “help.” From File Explorer becoming a life coach to Settings developing its own opinions, Windows is starting to feel less like an operating system and more like a…

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DGX vs Mac vs PC: Three Machines Walk Into a Model… - (Episode 147) 37:34

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In this episode, we put three very different beasts into the same neural arena and see who comes out smiling from our perspective - or smoking. The NVIDIA DGX Spark flexes its data-center muscles, the Mac Studio arrives with calm M-series confidence, and the modern RGB-infested PC shows up like a caffeinated overclocker ready to prove a point. We t…

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AI kills AI by overpromising and underdelivering - (Episode 146) 8:58

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In this episode, we unpack how artificial intelligence keeps tripping over its own marketing pitch. Every week brings another “revolutionary” breakthrough that turns out to be… just autocomplete with better PR. From chatbots that can’t stay factual to copilots that need copilots, we explore why the tech that was supposed to change everything keeps …

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Tabula nope-sa: The Myth of the clean system slate - (Episode 145) 17:56

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Forget everything you've heard about “greenfield projects” and “starting fresh” — because in real-world IT, the only thing truly clean is the marketing deck. Every new system we build carries the fingerprints, ghosts, and existential dread of every system that came before it. Legacy data, legacy decisions, legacy “temporary” hacks that became cultu…

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When One AZ Sneezes and the Internet Catches Pneumonia - (Episode 144) 59:33

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Evidently, chewing gum, IAM policies, and blind optimism bind the world's most enormous cloud together. One sneeze in a single AWS AZ and half the planet suddenly remembers they never actually tested their DR plan—unless “panic refreshing the status page” counts as testing. A DevOps team is furiously marking "multi-AZ" in yellow, treating it as a n…

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Portable pandemonium: Everyday carry for the every-day mayhem - (Episode 143) 46:14

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Ever wondered what chaos fits inside an IT guy’s backpack? In this episode — “Portable pandemonium: Everyday carry for the every-day mayhem” — we unzip the madness. From cables that could start a data center to gadgets that probably shouldn’t be allowed on planes, we’re diving into the tech survival kit that keeps life running when servers crash an…

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The Half-Speed Revolution - (Episode 142) 40:04

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Welcome to The Half-Speed Revolution—the episode where we question why 2.5 and 5-gigabit Ethernet even exist. In reality, "multi-gig" is more akin to a speed bump than a bridge connecting 1G and 10G. This "revolution" feels incomplete, with overpriced switches, overheating NICs, and cable runs that fail certification upon inspection. We’ll talk abo…

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The Update About No Updates - (Episode 141) 50:30

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Welcome to The Update About No Updates — the episode where the most prominent tech headline is that there isn’t one. No earth-shattering iPhone redesign, no revolutionary CPU launch, not even a new USB connector to argue about. Instead, we’re stuck in that strange IT twilight zone where the “new” feels suspiciously like the “old,” and version numbe…

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Mini PCs: From apps and buttons to podcasts - (Episode 140) 1:00:42

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Who says you need a roaring server rack or a studio the size of a garage to sound professional? This week, we’re diving into the wonderful world of mini PCs — those tiny boxes that look like they should be running a cash register but somehow power full podcasts, video editing, and entire workflows without breaking a sweat. We’ll push buttons, twist…

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Ctrl-Alt-Zuck - (Episode 139) 57:03

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For more than a decade, Meta has been on a quest to glue screens to our faces, and the results have been pure comedy gold. From the puke-inducing Oculus Rift to the forgettable Oculus Go, from overpriced Quest headsets to the Ray-Ban Stories nobody asked for, Zuckerberg keeps promising the future while delivering awkward toys. Now, the Ray-Ban Disp…

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The Fedora Starter Pack: Now With Extra Penguins - (Episode 137) 56:01

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So, you’ve heard whispers about Linux, seen memes about penguins, and maybe even wondered if Fedora is just a fancy hat. In this episode, we unpack the Fedora Linux experience in a way that feels more like opening a starter kit than tackling a sysadmin exam. We’ll talk about why Fedora is often the go-to distro for trying out the cutting edge witho…

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Window Dressing: 95, 10, 11, and a dash of Linux - (Episode 136) 47:55

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What happens when you try to dress up your desktop with three decades of operating systems? You get a fashion show where Windows 95 struts in with its shiny Start button, Windows 10 insists it’s the only adult in the room, Windows 11 keeps rearranging the furniture, and Linux shows up in 42 different outfits to prove a point. In this episode, we de…

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Spinning into madness: More disks than your kernel can count, just for fun - (Episode 135) 1:19:56

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Picture this: your server room has turned into a disco floor, and every drive is demanding its own spotlight. Thirty disks whirl in perfect sync, but then a rogue 31st struts in, and suddenly your operating system starts sweating like it’s at a math exam it didn’t study for. This episode dives into the hilarious chaos of kernels that choke on too m…

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Cloudy With a Chance of Penguins - (Episode 134) 48:31

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Grab your raincoats and your root passwords, because today’s forecast calls for 100% chance of OpenStack with scattered Linux kernels drifting in from the west. We’re diving headfirst into the swirling weather patterns of the open-source cloud—where compute storms, storage showers, and networking gusts all collide to form your perfect private cloud…

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ELK Me Up Before You Go-Go - (Episode 133) 57:58

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They say logs never lie—but reading them sure can feel like decoding ancient scrolls in a server room dungeon. In this episode, we saddle up with the mighty ELK stack—Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana—and ride into the wild frontier of log aggregation, search, and visualization. Whether you're drowning in microservice mayhem or just trying to fig…

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GUI and the Beast - (Episode 132) 58:13

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Once upon a terminal, Linux was the domain of the bold, the bearded, and the bash-literate. But something strange has been happening—quietly, in the background, like a daemon you forgot was running. The Linux desktop, once synonymous with fragmented UIs and endless configuration, now boasts polish, design consistency, and dare we say… user-friendli…

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Desktop Linux: The Flirt, the Nerd, the Artist, and the Spy - (Episode 131) 1:01:35

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Tired of Linux being all command-line and no charisma? This episode delves headfirst into the world of desktop-ready Linux distributions that aren't just functional—they have style. From the suave allure of Deepin to the minimalist grace of Elementary OS, the nerdy efficiency of Pop!_OS, and the undercover classic vibes of Linux Mint, we’re explori…

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The beige messiah returns - (Episode 130) 49:29

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Many thought it was lost in the dust of attic boxes and the echoes of dial-up tones, a plastic prophet stirs once more. With keys that clack like sacred relics and ports that whisper forgotten spells, the old oracle of the home computing age boots back to life—probably after five minutes of awkward disk grinding. This isn’t just a comeback; it’s a …

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The birthday alienation attack - (Episode 129) 51:54

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Birthdays used to be a moment of genuine connection – a card, a call, a gathering. Today, it’s a flood of shallow Facebook notifications, auto-generated LinkedIn greetings, and automated Slack shoutouts. In this episode of “The Birthday Alienation Attack,” we delve into how birthdays have become just another engagement metric in the digital world. …

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The scientific lasercat - (Episode 128) 1:03:34

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Welcome to "The scientific lasercat," where curiosity prowls and knowledge beams straight into your brain. In this episode, we dissect the latest scientific papers like a cat with laser eyes, exploring groundbreaking discoveries, publication trends, and the current state of modern science from our perspective. Whether you’re here for profound insig…

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Murphy's law or This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things - ISP's or datacenters that work properly (Episode 127) 57:20

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This week was a perfect storm of technical chaos. In what should have been a routine upgrade, an ISP crew inadvertently knocked out a perfectly functional primary internet line, leaving one of us offline for two full days. Just as we were recovering from that, a pair of server coolers in a critical server failed — naturally, right at the start of t…

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Cheap Tricks & Pricey Picks: IT Hardware Edition - (Episode 126) 56:20

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Welcome to “Cheap Tricks & Pricey Picks: IT Hardware Edition”, where we dive into the eternal battle between saving pennies and splurging on gear. In this episode, we break down real-world examples of when a bargain cable or budget metal stand makes perfect sense—and when cutting corners could cost you time, stability, or speed. From expensive wifi…

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The Big Red Light Episode - (Episode 125) 47:55

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Welcome to The Big Red Light Episode — a wild ride through the chaotic corridors of our curious minds. This time, we threw out the script, ignored the non-existent outline, and followed every spontaneous thought wherever it led. From tech tangents and philosophical rabbit holes to completely unrelated life observations, nothing was off-limits. It’s…

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From Carry-On to Command Center: Packing Like an IT Pro - (Episode 124) 53:52

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When an IT professional hits the road, their backpack becomes more than just a carry-on—it transforms into a mobile command center. In this episode, From Carry-On to Command Center: Packing Like an IT Pro, we dive into the gear, gadgets, and go-to tools every tech-savvy traveler should have on hand. Whether you're heading to a client site, a tech c…

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AI as a new outlier: The new knowledge frontier - (Episode 123) 43:21

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In a world that's getting reshaped by artificial intelligence, a stark new divide is emerging: those fluent in the language of algorithms and those left on the margins of progress. Join us on “AI as a New Outlier: The New Knowledge Frontier” as we chart the fault lines between the AI-literate and the digitally disenfranchised. From boardrooms to cl…

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No CTRL-Z: What they don't teach you in schools or training - (Episode 122) 59:43

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Welcome to the podcast episode diving into the unspoken realities of launching your career in IT. In this episode, we’ll peel back the curtain on practical lessons that formal education and training programs often overlook—from navigating legacy systems and mastering interpersonal communication with non-technical stakeholders to troubleshooting und…

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Electric avenue: Cruising into the future or just showing off? - Episode 121 57:19

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Welcome to That IT Show, and this time we’re taking a detour off the data highway onto Electric Avenue. In this episode, we're cruising into the future—or maybe just flexing in silence—as we explore the hype, hope, and horsepower behind electric cars. Are EVs the clean solution we’ve been waiting for, or just the latest status symbol for tech-savvy…

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Code & Chill: The Free Vibe Edition - (Episode 120) 31:50

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Welcome to a new That IT Show podcast episode! In this laid-back episode titled Code & Chill: The Free Vibe Edition, we’re diving into the art of vibe coding — the rhythm-infused, pressure-free zone where creativity meets clean syntax. Whether you’re tinkering with open-source tools, looping lo-fi beats, or just exploring what it means to code with…

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Snapshots of you: Microsoft Recall, tech that remembers - (Episode 119) 59:13

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Microsoft Recall is back and stirring up conversation all over again. In this episode, we explore the return of this once-pulled, now-revived feature that captures screen snapshots to power next-level search. What’s changed since its controversial debut? Is it safer, smarter, or still risky? Join us as we break down the comeback story of a tool tha…

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AI: From Code to Character - (Episode 118) 1:00:28

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Welcome to the new episode of That IT Show, "AI: From Code to Character". In this episode, we explore the fascinating evolution of artificial intelligence from cold, calculated code to dynamic digital personalities. In this episode, we dive into how AI systems are designed to mimic tone, emotion, and human quirks—sometimes even better than we expec…

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From Clamps to Clips: The Past Months in Podcast Add-ons - (Episode 117) 1:06:09

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In this episode, we’re diving into the unsung heroes of our podcast setup—the small gadgets that quietly keep everything running smoothly. From mic stand upgrades to cables, screws, mounts, and other clever tools, we’ll walk you through the recent additions to our gear collection, why we picked them, and how they’ve helped improve our workflow. It’…

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Cut, Switch, Rock, Repeat! - (Episode 115) 55:01

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Welcome to our new episode! In this episode, we’re throwing structure out the window and diving headfirst into a chaotic mix of travel tech tales, the latest in video switching hardware, behind-the-scenes wizardry of video editing on the move, and—because why not—an announcement for a soon-to-be released face-melting rock album that Vedran has been…

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Annoying hardware and software: Unfiltered tech talk on the state of our tech (Episode 114) 1:02:14

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Welcome to the episode about annoying hw and software! In this episode, we dive headfirst into the chaotic, ever-changing world of technology — from mobile madness and OS wars to the latest Apple quirks and Windows weirdness. Whether you're team Apple or die-hard PC affecionado, we’ve got rants and real talk on what’s working, what’s not, and what’…

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Back to Basics: Why We’re Embracing Simpler Tech - Part 2 - (Episode 113) 1:01:13

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Every ping, pop-up, and banner can feel like a digital ambush. Instead of helping us stay connected, our devices have become constant interrupters, scattering our focus and piling on stress. Faced with endless notifications, apps that track our every move, and social feeds that never stop scrolling, many have chosen a surprising solution: downgradi…

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Back to Basics: Why We’re Embracing Simpler Tech - (Episode 112) 1:01:31

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Every ping, pop-up, and banner can feel like a digital ambush. Instead of helping us stay connected, our devices have become constant interrupters, scattering our focus and piling on stress. Faced with endless notifications, apps that track our every move, and social feeds that never stop scrolling, many have chosen a surprising solution: downgradi…

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Are We Underestimating Networks? A Reality Check - (Episode 111) 1:06:03

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From home Wi-Fi to global data centers, networks are the backbone of modern technology. But are we underestimating their role? In this episode, we break down the importance of networking devices—routers, switches, firewalls—and why a strong, secure network matters more than ever. We’ll also explore home networks, VPNs for secure remote access, and …

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Prometheus Unleashed: Taking Your Home Lab to the Next Level - (Episode 110) 37:33

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Welcome to this episode of That IT Show, where we dive into the power of Prometheus and how it can revolutionize your home lab. You're in the right place if you want to elevate your monitoring game, gain real-time insights, and optimize performance. We’ll explore how to set up Prometheus, integrate it with Grafana, and create alerts that keep you i…

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Become disconnected - The Digital Detox Blueprint - (Episode 109) 42:59

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Welcome to a new episode of ThatITShow podcast, where we explore how to break free from digital overwhelm and reclaim focus, productivity, and peace of mind. In a world where notifications, emails, and endless scrolling dominate our attention, it's easy to feel trapped by technology. But what if you could reset your relationship with digital device…

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Scientific journals, conferences, Scopus, WoS, ORCID – Cracking the scientific code - (Episode 108) 1:16:27

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Welcome to That IT Show, where we dive deep into the world of technology, research, and everything in between! In this episode, we explore the intricate world of academic publishing. From getting your paper into top journals to navigating citation databases like Scopus and Web of Science, we uncover the challenges and strategies that define success…

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The PhD Diaries: Lessons from the Doctoral Path - (Episode 107) 1:37:20

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Welcome to That IT Show! Today’s episode is a special one because our very own Vedran has officially earned his PhD! 🥳 After years of research, writing, and defending, he’s finally crossed the finish line. But what was the journey really like? In this episode, Vedran shares the highs, the struggles, the surprises, and the biggest lessons from his d…

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No More Fear of Containers: Simplifying Orchestration with Portainer - (Episode 106) 48:24

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Welcome to That IT Show! In this episode, we break down the complexities of containerization and show you how Portainer makes managing Docker and Kubernetes easier than ever. Whether you're new to containers or looking for a simpler way to deploy and monitor your workloads, we've got you covered. Tune in as we explore the basics, key benefits, and …

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UNRAID Awakens: Building the Ultimate Homelab - (Episode 105) 1:09:13

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Welcome to That IT Show! In today’s episode, we’re continuing our journey into the exciting world of home labs, and at the center of it all is UNRAID. We’ll explore how to set up the ultimate home lab, connecting UNRAID with Proxmox for the best of both worlds—flexibility, virtualization, and rock-solid storage. Whether you're a home lab beginner o…

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Lab like a pro episode 3 - Truenas and Rockstor your lab - (Episode 104) 57:12

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In this episode of ThatITShow, we’re diving deep into expanding your IT homelab with robust storage solutions. Whether you’re running out of space or just ready to level up, we’ll explore the powerful capabilities of TrueNAS and Rockstor. Learn how to set up, configure, and maximize these tools for reliable, scalable, and efficient storage in your …

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From Junk to Genius: Breathing New Life into Old Tech - (Episode 103) 49:24

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Welcome to a new That IT Show podcast episode, where we dive into the fascinating world of technology, innovation, and everything in between! In today’s episode, "From Junk to Genius: Breathing New Life into Old Tech," we’re exploring how to turn your dusty, outdated hardware into something fresh, functional, and even fun. Don’t let that old laptop…

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