# Linux Mint on The No Agenda Show Linux Mint comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2019 to October 2026. - **Chapters:** 10 - **Episodes:** 10 - **Discussed:** December 2019 – October 2026 - **Related topics:** [Windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), [Open Source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [Podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md), [Audio Drivers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-drivers.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md), [Digital Detox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-detox.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Gimp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gimp.md), [Ham Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md) ## Chapters 1–10 of 10 ### Omarchi Operating System and Local AI Revolution - **Episode:** [1912: Chaos Dynamic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1912-chaos-dynamic.md) - **Published:** 2026-10-15 - **Time:** 1:47:29–1:53:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1912-chaos-dynamic/chapter/omarchi-operating-system-and-local-ai-revolution.md Adam Curry promotes Omarchi, a specialized operating system designed to run AI agents locally and avoid Microsoft spyware. Matt Long shares how using Muse AI helped him optimize his Adobe Audition workflow, reducing a one-hour audio task to less than ten minutes. They discuss the potential for local AI to handle household management and professional tasks. Keywords: omarchi, [linux mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux-mint.md), adobe audition, [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [automation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/automation.md) ### Balena Etcher and Live Linux USB Tip - **Episode:** [1757: Word Veto](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1757-word-veto.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-20 - **Time:** 3:23:39–3:29:20 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1757-word-veto/chapter/balena-etcher-and-live-linux-usb-tip.md John C. Dvorak provides a "tip of the day" regarding Balena Etcher, a tool used to create bootable live USB drives for operating systems like Linux Mint. This allows users to run a secure OS on any computer without installing it on the hard drive, which is useful for troubleshooting failing hardware like Dvorak's B-Link computer. The hosts discuss the convenience of carrying a "computer on a stick" for travel and security. Keywords: balena etcher, [linux mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux-mint.md), live usb, b-link, [troubleshooting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troubleshooting.md) ### No Agenda Show History and Linux Driver Issues - **Episode:** [1754: Yippy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1754-yippy.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-10 - **Time:** 1:54:27–1:56:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1754-yippy/chapter/no-agenda-show-history-and-linux-driver-issues.md The hosts reflect on 17 years of the No Agenda Show, recalling the launch of the first iPhone in 2007. A technical discussion follows regarding the limitations of using Linux for professional audio production due to persistent driver issues, despite the software's utility for other tasks. Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), iphone 1, [linux mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux-mint.md), [audio drivers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-drivers.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### The Light Phone and Digital Detox for Families - **Episode:** [1552: Old Trout](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1552-old-trout.md) - **Published:** 2023-05-04 - **Time:** 1:56:07–2:00:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1552-old-trout/chapter/the-light-phone-and-digital-detox-for-families.md A listener shares the benefits of switching to a "Light Phone II," a minimalist device with an e-ink screen and no social media access, to model better behavior for their children. The hosts recommend a suite of tools for parents to reclaim digital sovereignty, including Linux Mint laptops, standalone cameras, Umbrel home servers, and 2-meter ham radios. Keywords: [light phone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/light-phone.md), [linux mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux-mint.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [digital detox](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-detox.md), [parenting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parenting.md) ### Linux Mint Install, Surface Go, Studio Migration - **Episode:** [1371: Bald Nancy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1371-bald-nancy.md) - **Published:** 2021-08-09 - **Time:** 2:15:05–2:20:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1371-bald-nancy/chapter/linux-mint-install-surface-go-studio-migration.md A host describes successfully installing Linux Mint on a Microsoft Surface Go, noting significant performance improvements over Windows. The discussion details plans to migrate the entire "No Agenda" studio to a Linux-based environment. Technical challenges regarding the MOTU audio interface and the use of "Wine" to run Windows-specific server software are explored. Keywords: [linux mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux-mint.md), [surface go](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/surface-go.md), [windows 11](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-11.md), [wine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wine.md), [motu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/motu.md), [open source](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/open-source.md), [podcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting.md) ### Listener Birthdays, Linux Mint Installation - **Episode:** [1217: The Elders](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1217-the-elders.md) - **Published:** 2020-02-20 - **Time:** 2:33:27–2:38:39 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1217-the-elders/chapter/listener-birthdays-linux-mint-installation.md A listener from Australia shared a story about her son, Ben, who installed Linux Mint on her computer to improve her technical experience. The segment included birthday shout-outs and a comparison of the podcast's humor to the classic British radio program "The Goon Show." Keywords: [linux mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux-mint.md), [australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), goon show, benny hill, [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### Linux Migration, Off the Windows (OTW) Lifestyle - **Episode:** [1204: Hunt the Wumpus](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1204-hunt-the-wumpus.md) - **Published:** 2020-01-05 - **Time:** 1:51:55–1:59:42 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1204-hunt-the-wumpus/chapter/linux-migration-off-the-windows-otw-lifestyle.md A host provided an update on their successful migration to a Linux-based operating system, specifically Linux Mint, citing improved stability and freedom from Microsoft's data collection. The discussion touched on the limitations of open-source alternatives like GIMP compared to Adobe Photoshop and the benefits of using specialized tools like NoteCase Pro for information management. Keywords: [linux mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux-mint.md), [windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), [gimp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gimp.md), [photoshop](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/photoshop.md), [opml](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/opml.md) ### Linux User Frustrations and the Linux of Podcasting - **Episode:** [1196: Clinton Kildepstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1196-clinton-kildepstein.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-08 - **Time:** 1:26:36–1:29:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1196-clinton-kildepstein/chapter/linux-user-frustrations-and-the-linux-of-podcasting.md A producer's complaint about Linux updates leads to a discussion about the technical hurdles of open-source operating systems. The hosts compare the No Agenda show to Linux, noting that both require a learning curve but attract a dedicated, technically-minded audience. Keywords: [linux](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux.md), [windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), mint, [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [technical support](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technical-support.md) ### Linux Mint, Raspberry Pi, and Technology Education - **Episode:** [1195: Iranahams](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1195-iranahams.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-05 - **Time:** 1:40:13–1:45:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1195-iranahams/chapter/linux-mint-raspberry-pi-and-technology-education.md The hosts advocate for teaching children the basics of computer hardware and open-source operating systems like Linux rather than just "learning to code." They suggest that building a computer using a Raspberry Pi is a superior educational tool compared to the "shackled" environments of Windows 10 or Chrome OS. Keywords: [linux mint](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/linux-mint.md), [raspberry pi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raspberry-pi.md), technology education, [windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), [learn to code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/learn-to-code.md) ### Linux Mint 19.2, Operating System Installation Experiences - **Episode:** [1194: Mint19](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1194-mint19.md) - **Published:** 2019-12-01 - **Time:** 7:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1194-mint19/chapter/linux-mint-19-2-operating-system-installation-experiences.md The hosts discuss their biannual attempt to transition to Linux, specifically focusing on Linux Mint 19.2, codenamed Tina. One host recommends Ultimate Mint 19 from SourceForge for its pre-tuned application suite, while the other explores Lubuntu for its minimal resource overhead. 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