Late Night Linux
Late Night Linux is a weekly technology podcast covering Linux, open source software and the wider tech industry, hosted by a four-person team of Joe, Félim, Graham and Will. The show has 406 episodes since 2017 at a cadence of about one episode every seven days, with a median length of roughly 27 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly Linux and open source audience of technically engaged, tech-decision listeners
- 406 episodes since 2017 with a steady weekly cadence and a loyal, long-running audience.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.6 from 168 ratings, with most ratings at five stars.
- Four-host format with strong opinions suits brands that want conversational, personality-led reads.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news roundup, opinion discussion
- Tone
- irreverent, opinionated
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 25 to 30 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The show offers a Patreon funding link for ad-free feeds and early episodes, and no sponsor mentions were found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The description explicitly warns of drinking, swearing and strong opinions, and the explicit flag is set to 1 in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | latenightlinux.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1189978971 |
| RSS feed | latenightlinux.com/feed/mp3 |
Benchmark score: 80 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Late Night Linux – Episode 407 | 2026-10-12 | 30 min |
| Late Night Linux – Episode 406 | 2026-10-06 | 28 min |
| Late Night Linux – Episode 405 | 2026-09-28 | 27 min |
| Late Night Linux – Episode 404 | 2026-09-22 | 27 min |
| Late Night Linux – Episode 403 | 2026-09-14 | 29 min |
| Late Night Linux – Episode 402 | 2026-09-08 | 26 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Late Night Linux is a podcast that takes a look at what’s happening with Linux and the wider tech industry. Every week, Joe, Félim, Graham and Will discuss the latest news and releases, and the broader issues and trends in the world of free and open source software. Expect drinking, swearing, strong opinions, and Félim being trolled about AI and the cloud.
About Late Night Linux
Late Night Linux is a weekly technology podcast covering Linux, open source software and the broader tech industry. Four hosts, Joe, Félim, Graham and Will, discuss news, releases and trends, according to the show's description on its website and in the feed. The show has published 406 episodes since January 2017, roughly one every seven days, with a median length of about 27 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists a rating of 4.6 from 168 ratings.
The show's audience is estimated at 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, based on rating volume, show age and the Podcast Index popularity score. These figures are estimates, not published download numbers. The feed shows no sponsor mentions, and the show promotes a Patreon for ad-free feeds. Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are $40 to $200 per episode.
The show suits developer tools, hosting providers and hardware brands that want to reach technically engaged listeners. Its explicit language and strong opinions suit brands comfortable with an irreverent, adult tone.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Late Night Linux can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Late Night Linux
How much does Late Night Linux charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are $40 to $200 per episode, based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. Exact rates depend on the show's own terms.
What is Late Night Linux about?
Late Night Linux is a weekly podcast about Linux, open source software and the wider tech industry. Four hosts discuss news, releases and trends, with a conversational, opinionated style.
How do I contact Late Night Linux about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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