LINUX Unplugged, a weekly show from Jupiter Broadcasting hosted by Chris Fisher, Wes Payne and Brent Gervais, covers Linux, open source and desktop technology news and discussion. The show has 687 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median length of about 78 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000 (estimated), with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Long-running Linux show reaching a technical, desktop-focused audience every week
- 687 episodes since 2013 with a steady weekly release schedule
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.5 from 292 ratings signals an engaged listener base
- Existing sponsors are developer infrastructure and networking tools, a natural fit for technical brands
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news roundup, guest interview
- Tone
- technical, irreverent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 70 to 95 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- LinodeNebula (Defined Networking)HostingerConnecten
- Categories promoted
- cloud hosting, VPN and networking, web hosting, internet service
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The website sponsors page lists Linode, Nebula, Hostinger and Connecten, and the show carries a Jupiter Signal membership funding link.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles and description cover software topics only, and the feed is not flagged explicit.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | linuxunplugged.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id687598126 |
| RSS feed | feeds.jupiterbroadcasting.com/lup |
Benchmark score: 76 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 688: Eyes on Deck | 2026-10-11 | 1 h 21 min |
| 687: Linux by Proxy | 2026-10-05 | 1 h 23 min |
| 686: Stop Desktop Slop | 2026-09-28 | 1 h 32 min |
| 685: Pool Party | 2026-09-20 | 1 h 1 min |
| 684: You Ain't Ready For This Jelly | 2026-09-14 | 1 h 8 min |
| 683: Website Speedrun | 2026-09-06 | 1 h 10 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 8 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Three decades of desktop rebellion. Aaron Seigo joins us for a trip through KDE history, plus a look at what’s next in Plasma 6.8.
About LINUX Unplugged
LINUX Unplugged is a weekly podcast from Jupiter Broadcasting covering Linux, open source software and desktop technology. Hosts Chris Fisher, Wes Payne and Brent Gervais, as described on the Jupiter Broadcasting hosts page, discuss news and tools in a co-hosted format. The show has 687 episodes and a median length of roughly 78 minutes.
The show has a 4.5 average rating from 292 Apple Podcasts ratings. Based on those signals, the audience is estimated at 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, skewing male and technical, with an estimated concentration in the United States and Europe. Sponsors named on the Jupiter Broadcasting sponsors page include Linode, Nebula, Hostinger and Connecten.
At an estimated range of 5,000 to 25,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll is priced at about $90 to $625 per episode. Developer infrastructure, cloud, VPN and privacy brands are the most natural sponsors for this show.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. LINUX Unplugged can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about LINUX Unplugged
How much does LINUX Unplugged charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsorship terms agreed with the show.
What is LINUX Unplugged about?
LINUX Unplugged is a weekly podcast from Jupiter Broadcasting about Linux, open source software and desktop technology. Episodes combine news, tool discussion and guest interviews.
How do I contact LINUX Unplugged about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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