Going Linux #478 · Listener Feedback - plus hearing aids support on Linux

In this episode hosts Larry and Bill focus on listener feedback regarding podcast formats, encryption, and the role of open-source software in accessibility.

- Listeners David and Stephan express a preference for maintaining the podcast in MP3 format and as an audio-only medium, noting that video is often unnecessary and less convenient for mobile listening.

- David also recommends Parabolic, an open-source tool for downloading web video or audio from sites like YouTube.

- Following a previous episode, a listener named Rob asks about the feasibility of double encryption, or encrypting an already encrypted file.

- Bill shares a personal update regarding his recent hearing loss and his journey to find hearing aids compatible with Linux. He discusses how Linux and Pipewire support devices using ASHA (Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids) and Bluetooth LE.

- Bill highlights EasyEffects as a valuable Linux application that allows users to adjust audio channels specifically for hearing aids while using the operating system.

Episode Time Stamps

00:00 Going Linux #478 · Listener Feedback - plus hearing aids support on Linux

01:53 Bill and Larry have NOT distro hopped (yet)

02:17 Ubuntu MATE project status

05:18 David: MP3 or not and a software pick

06:34 Parabolic