Technology
Hardware, software, networking, and development
#216: The Secret Language of Security: CVEs and CrowdSec
Discover the hidden plumbing of the internet, from the global CVE catalog to how tools like CrowdSec create a digital neighborhood watch.
#215: Why Your Headphones Don't Play a Stranger's Music
Ever wonder why your headphones don't pick up a stranger's music at a busy airport? Herman and Corn dive into the magic of frequency hopping.
#214: Undersea Cables: The Fragile Backbone of the Global Web
Think the internet is in the cloud? Think again. We explore the 1.4 million kilometers of undersea cables and the global race to protect—or tap—them.
#211: The Portable Fortress: Moving Your Network Like a Pro
Learn how to build a "portable digital fortress" using military tactics and roadie discipline to make your next move tech-stress-free.
#209: The Digital Kill Switch: BGP, DPI, and Satellite Rebels
How do regimes turn off the web? Herman and Corn explore BGP hijacking, sovereign networks, and the satellite tech fighting back.
#206: Beyond the Drive: Mastering Btrfs, ZFS, and Snapshots
Explore the power of Btrfs, ZFS, and XFS. Learn how storage pooling and snapshots create a "save point" for your entire computer.
#205: The RAID Survival Guide: Managing Massive Data in 2026
Herman and Corn dive into the history and math of RAID, exploring why 30TB drives make classic setups like RAID 5 more dangerous than ever.
#201: The Open Door: How Fast Can Hackers Find Your Server?
Think your new server is safe? Think again. Herman and Corn discuss why an unprotected server can be found and hacked in under 60 seconds.
#190: The Hidden World of White-Labeling and Global Brands
Discover the hidden world of white-labeling as Herman and Corn reveal how global giants manufacture your favorite local appliances.
#187: BGP: The Secret Glue Holding the Global Internet Together
Discover how BGP acts as the internet's postal service, managing data across thousands of networks through economics, policy, and trust.
#186: How Many Routers Does JFK Actually Need?
Ever wonder how thousands of people stay connected at JFK? Join Herman and Corn as they dive into the massive scale of airport networking.
#185: The Mesh Myth: Why Wires Still Win in Home Networking
Is your mesh system killing your speed? Discover why dedicated access points and wired backhauls outperform the "no wires" marketing hype.
#184: Decoding the Internet: A Deep Dive into the OSI Model
How does data travel from a cable to your screen? Join Herman and Corn as they break down the seven layers of the OSI model.
#183: The Hidden Copper Graveyard: Our Legacy of Dead Cables
Millions of miles of toxic copper cables sit beneath our feet. Why is it so hard to dig up our digital past?
#180: Hacking the Dial Tone: The Power of Programmable Voice
Tired of rigid phone plans? Discover how to bypass carriers using SIP and Twilio to build a custom voice architecture for your home or office.
#177: Current Chaos: Why Global Electricity is So Fragmented
Why does the US use 110V while Europe uses 230V? Herman and Corn explore the chaotic history of power grids and the "perfect" plug we never used.
#174: The Power of Quintillions: Inside Supercomputing
Explore the world of exascale computing, why specialized hardware beats the cloud, and if you can actually build a supercomputer in your bedroom.
#173: Bulletproof Internet: Achieving the Gold Standard of Uptime
Tired of outages? Discover how to build a "five nines" internet setup using fiber, satellite, and bonding tech to stay connected no matter what.
#171: The Rise of AIO: Optimizing Your Website for AI Bots
Stop fighting the crawlers and start feeding them. Learn how llms.txt and structured metadata are defining the new era of AI Optimization.
#169: Future-Proofing Your Home Network for the AI Era
Stop the lag: Herman and Corn break down Cat 6A, SFP+ backbones, and why Wi-Fi 7 is the ultimate upgrade for local AI.