Self-Hosted

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 on the journey of their new ones.

A Jupiter Broadcasting podcast showcasing free and open source technologies you can host yourself.

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Alex Kretzschmar

Chris Fisher

The Last One | Self-Hosted 150

30 May 2025

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.

Notify Thyself | Self-Hosted 149

16 May 2025

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.

Homelab Disaster Prep | Self-Hosted 148

2 May 2025

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.

The Problem with Game Streaming | Self-Hosted 147

18 April 2025

Alex finally cracks a years-old mystery, Chris reveals his latest experiments, and we share updates on our freshest gear.

When AI Attacks | Self-Hosted 146

4 April 2025

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.

The Great Plexodus | Self-Hosted 145

21 March 2025

When your go-to tools flip the script, our thoughts on Plex's new changes, sensors, and the creeping cost of easy.

Silence of the RAMs | Self-Hosted 144

7 March 2025

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!

Your Data, Your Problem | Self-Hosted 143

21 February 2025

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.

Cloud Your Judgment | Self-Hosted 142

7 February 2025

Chris geeks out over his new gadget, Alex gets Pangolin purring, and we break down the latest OPNsense release—plus more surprises!

Eats, Shoots & Leaves | Self-Hosted 141

24 January 2025

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.

When Upgrades Go Wrong | Self-Hosted 140

10 January 2025

Alex dives into the perils of upgrading and migrating critical infrastructure—uncovering embarrassing pitfalls and hard-won lessons along the way.

Okay Nabu! | Self-Hosted 139

27 December 2024

The Home Assistant Voice Preview Edition is out, and Paulus Schoutsen, the founder of Home Assistant, joins us to get into the details.