Episodes 151
Avg. Duration 50m
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Since Aug 2019
Latest Episode May 2025

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Discover new software and hardware to get the best out of your network, control smart devices, and secure your data on cloud services. Self-Hosted is a chat show between Chris and Alex two long-time "self-hosters" who share their lessons and take you along for the journey as they learn new ones. A Jupiter Broadcasting podcast showcasing free and open source technologies you can host yourself.

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150: The Last One

May 30, 2025 1h 12m

Before hitting the road, we test the limits of local-first file sharing, debate what self-hosting really is, and share our all-time favorite apps.Special Guests: Brent Gervais, Drew DeVore, and Wes…

149: Notify Thyself

May 16, 2025 1h 6m

A slick new CoreOS-based distro that might be your next home-lab base, easy self-hosted notifications, and Plex stumbles into controversy. Plus: ECC RAM guilt.Special Guests: Brent Gervais and Dusty…

148: Homelab Disaster Prep

May 02, 2025 1h 2m

A week-long power blackout knocks out our guests homelab. We dig into Unraid 7.1, and push Home Assistant to keep things running—even when the power doesn’t.Special Guest: Stephen Schattin.Sponsored…

147: The Problem with Game Streaming

Apr 18, 2025 47m

Alex finally cracks a years-old mystery, Chris reveals his latest experiments, and we share updates on our freshest gear. Plus, a important show update.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero…

146: When AI Attacks

Apr 04, 2025 47m

We're joined by Xe Iaso, who discusses a creative solution to relentless AI bots and the unexpected delights of running an outrageously overpowered homelab.Special Guest: Xe Iaso.Sponsored…

145: The Great Plexodus

Mar 21, 2025 1h

When your go-to tools flip the script, our thoughts on Plex's new changes, sensors, and the creeping cost of easy.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config VPN. It installs on any device in…

144: Silence of the RAMs

Mar 07, 2025 52m

Alex’s server meets a tragic end—but its replacement is shaping up to be a beast. Meanwhile, Chris experiments with budget CO₂ detectors, sirens, and smart integrations. Plus some surprises!Sponsored…

143: Your Data, Your Problem

Feb 21, 2025 1h

The joys and headaches of self-hosting, a new Zigbee routing trick, and the ongoing BcacheFS vs. Debian showdown. Plus, why we're liking Open WebUI.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a Zero config…

142: Cloud Your Judgment

Feb 07, 2025 54m

Chris geeks out over his new gadget, Alex gets Pangolin purring, and we break down the latest OPNsense release—plus more surprises!Special Guest: Brent Gervais.Sponsored By:Keebio: Sign up for their…

141: Eats, Shoots & Leaves

Jan 24, 2025 57m

Bambu Labs teaches us how to lose friends and alienate people. Then, Alex Tran from Immich joins us for a project update, and we shared some dreams for a community RSS project.Special Guest: Alex…

140: When Upgrades Go Wrong

Jan 10, 2025 53m

Alex dives into the perils of upgrading and migrating critical infrastructure—uncovering embarrassing pitfalls and hard-won lessons along the way. Meanwhile, Chris takes his audiobook obsession to…

139: Okay Nabu!

Dec 27, 2024 53m

The Home Assistant Voice Preview Edition is out, and Paulus Schoutsen, the founder of Home Assistant, joins us to get into the details. Then, Alex and a special guest get into docker-compose vs. nix…

138: ODROID and Chill

Dec 13, 2024 1h 5m

Brent joins to share part two of his NAS build adventure, and things take a tiny turn. Plus, picking the right encrypted chat app and Chris stacks a few Jellyfin wins.Special Guest: Brent…

137: Mechanically Compatible

Nov 29, 2024 58m

We geek out over Brian Moses's 2025 DIY NAS build guide, contemplate future builds with the new Raspberry Pi Compute 5 module, and fully embrace our digital hoarding nature with a new app.Special…

136: Google is Done

Nov 15, 2024 1h 9m

Breaking free from Google's grip: Our surprising journey and the tools that made it possible. Plus, Brent's NAS feature stirring up debate, s clever tool for distributed video encoding, and…

135: Rebuilding For the Last Time

Nov 01, 2024 57m

From Nextcloud Breakup to Blissful Reunion: Chris's journey back to a smarter setup. Plus, Jellyfin's game-changing features and a beloved self-hosted app get the upgrade we've all been waiting…

134: YouTube Unplugged

Oct 18, 2024 55m

"The" self-hosted app to archive your favorite YouTube channels and easily integrate into Jellyfin/Plex. Plus, our favorite WordPress alternatives and an update on No Google October.Sponsored…

133: No Google October

Oct 04, 2024 55m

Ditching Google Search for an entire month! We reveal the tool that's helping us break free. Plus, a special guest shares his home lab to data center journey. And, Chris raves about the ultimate…

132: Uploading at the Speed of Light

Sep 20, 2024 1h 3m

Alex has been playing around at the speed of light while solving Proxmox problems, and Chris has solved a Jellyfin issue. Plus, our thoughts on the new Plex features.Sponsored By:Unraid: A powerful,…

131: The Value of Community

Sep 06, 2024 1h 2m

We celebrate five years of the show, chat about self-hosted Lightning, and why Alex loves his NanoKVM. Plus, it is a self-hosted replacement for Amazon Wishlists and more.Sponsored By:Tailscale:…

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How many episodes does Self-Hosted have?

Self-Hosted has published 151 episodes since August 2019, covering topics in Hobbies, Leisure.

Is Self-Hosted still active?

Self-Hosted is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 50m.

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