• The speaker visited the dentist for the first time in 15 years
• They had a rough experience with a cleaning procedure
• The speaker's daughter wore VR goggles during her dentist visit
• The speaker bought a Valve Index VR headset and is considering playing Beat Saber
• They discussed the possibility of using VR to hang out virtually while recording podcasts
• The speaker compared the Index to other VR options, such as the Quest
• They mentioned the benefits and drawbacks of each option
• The narrator discusses their experience playing Flight Sim in VR and being transported to a familiar location in Scotland.
• They compare the graphics in Flight Sim to earlier versions of the game and express amazement at how far they have come.
• The team behind Flight Sim is praised for accurately recreating Pacific Northwest regions, including the narrator's hometown area.
• The use of photogrammetry technology is mentioned as a key factor in achieving high-quality graphics.
• A listener's email sparks a discussion about handheld gaming and retro gaming with the upcoming Steam Deck release.
• The potential of the Steam Deck to run emulators and play various games on different platforms is explored.
• The RetroNAS project is introduced, which allows Linux computers to be used as network storage devices for gaming consoles and emulators.
• The speaker is discussing retro gaming and how one can play classic games on modern devices using old protocols.
• A specific example is given of playing PlayStation 3 games without the disc using an NAS device and streaming the ISO.
• The speaker mentions that this method allows for "DRM-free" gaming and recalls his early experiences with hacking consoles to improve gameplay.
• The conversation then shifts to a discussion of the list of supported consoles, which includes MS-DOS, Apple GS, Atari ST, and Nintendo 3DS among others.
• The speakers share their personal preferences for retro games, with one speaker mentioning that he prefers PC games with LAN play features.
• They also reminisce about early gaming experiences, including using NetBui, IPX, and WINS for networking, as well as playing classic games on older computers.
• Nostalgia for old TV listings and interactive services
• Memories of playing "Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?" on DOS and Windows
• Discussion of low-graphics games being acceptable due to safety concerns
• Promotion of Linode cloud hosting and its features (fast, reliable, 11 data centers, customer support)
• Description of Linode's infrastructure upgrades (bare metal systems, PCIe storage) and tools (API, command line client)
• Use case for Linode in a small business or studio setting for balance of security, performance, and ownership
• Mention of backup options and automatic backups on Linode
• The host is organizing a Matrix setup party for this weekend
• Discussion of what Matrix is and its potential benefits
• Explanation of how to self-host a Matrix server at your own domain
• Description of the features and capabilities of Matrix, including bridging with other services
• Comparison of Matrix to Discord and acknowledgement that Matrix is more complex but offers greater appeal due to decentralization
• Home Assistant pricing increase from $5 to $6.50 per month for optional cloud features
• New annual tier of $65 per year
• Opinions on price fairness and potential future donations or donation drives
• Discussion of heavy use of Home Assistant in multiple locations (RV and studio)
• Thoughts on sustainability of current project and desire to see it succeed
• Idea of a plan that would allow connecting two Home Assistant instances for $9 per month
• Hiring of two new individuals working on different aspects of Home Assistant, including content creation
• Concerns about direct involvement in content creation by the project itself
• Home Assistant release discussion
• Price increase grandfathering for existing accounts
• New features in latest Home Assistant release (backup size display, Apple TV integration updates)
• Google Assistant integration with local fulfillment
• Delayed Home Assistant Yellow/Amber update timeline
• Promotion of Talescale.com and its benefits for self-hosted devices
• The user has a positive experience with Talescale, using it to connect to their system through a dedicated IP address and DNS feature.
• The user discusses balancing progress and perfection in self-hosting, citing the importance of documentation to revisit projects later.
• The user shares their personal experience of overlearning and forgetting information, leading to the realization that documenting knowledge at peak is essential.
• Documentation is emphasized as crucial for future reference and revisiting projects.
• The conversation touches on the topic of retaining information and expertise, with the user wondering how others (like Wendell) can recall complex details.
• Memories and recall
• Documenting shortcomings and setup to gain clarity
• Analysis paralysis and procrastination
• Learning through making mistakes and failing faster
• Importance of starting small and building on real problems
• Navigating complex decisions and trade-offs in projects and infrastructure
• The speaker is discussing how to automate tasks
• They mention a popular deploy matrix on a system using Ansible and consider using it in the future
• The conversation takes an unrelated turn when one of them mentions eating their first PB&J sandwich
• Details about the sandwich are discussed, including type of bread, peanut butter, jelly, and ratio of ingredients
• Making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich
• Discussing the optimal thickness of PB and J layers
• Measuring jam thickness (37 microns)
• Comparing American measurement systems to international standards
• Toasting techniques for elevating the sandwich experience
• Reviewing the benefits of the sandwich (delicious, budget-friendly, quick to make)
• Discussion about not being able to attend an event or activity
• Mention of tactical pants and their benefits, including phone storage capacity and wallet placement
• Comparison between Subsonic and Jellyfin self-hosted music options
• Recommendation for using a mobile media server during a trip with unreliable cell service
• Discussion of setting up a quick and dirty mobile media server using Raspberry Pis and USB hard drives
• Portable power units for charging devices while driving
• LTE routers for internet access during the trip
• Networking equipment to connect devices to the TV
• Power options for the Raspberry Pi, including USB storage with ButterFS
• Alternative solutions such as a laptop or tablet for simplicity
• Discussing media streaming options for a van without TV or tablet
• Using an iPad with speakers and Plex sync for video playback
• Infuse app on iPad for playing videos from USB storage
• Setting up Kodi or similar software on a Raspberry Pi as an alternative to a set-top box
• Planning an East Coast Spring Meetup in Raleigh, possibly at a brewery
• Discussion of the current weather in April
• Mention of Linux fest being cancelled and proposal to hold a Linux meetup in April instead
• Gratitude expressed for members, SREs, and sponsors (Linode and Tailscale) who support the show
• Information about membership benefits, including ad-free versions of the show and access to network shows
• Contact information for the host (self-hosted.show/contact, Twitter (@ironicbadger), Matrix (@Chris LAS))