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Welcome to the ‘IT Guy Show’, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, expert advice, and engaging discussions. Whether you're a seasoned IT professional looking to stay ahead of the curve or a tech enthusiast eager to expand your knowledge, Eric has you covered. With a passion for simplifying complex tech concepts and a knack for making technology accessible to everyone, Eric creates an inclusive and welcoming space where listeners can learn, laugh, and connect. Tune in to 'Office of the IT Guy' and embark on a journey of discovery, empowerment, and endless possibilities in the ever-evolving world of technology. Don't miss out on the chance to join Eric and his special guests as they navigate the digital landscape, one episode at a time. Subscribe now and make the 'Office of the IT Guy' your new favorite tech destination!

  1. FEB 17

    Episode 19: The Problem with Subscriptions

    We’re starting 2026 with a reality check: subscriptions are eating our wallets. From streaming services to password managers, cloud storage to to-do apps — the "monthly drip" is everywhere. In this solo episode, Eric breaks down why recurring subscription models have become the default, how they impact both consumers and creators, and what it looks like to take back control through self-hosting and open source alternatives. This episode kicks off a new arc focused on building a personal homelab, reducing reliance on cloud services, and reclaiming your tech stack one app at a time. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Chapters: 00:00 Stream Start 00:33 What’s the Problem 06:38 Eric’s Setup 14:13 Self Hosting Stack 23:08 Planning 24:15 Upcoming and Closing Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by Christina Radevich on Unsplash

    29 min

  2. 11/18/2025

    Episode 18: Wayland and My eX-11 | The IT Guy Show 018

    In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric is joined by Linux content creator Brodie Robertson to dive into the display server drama of the decade: the end of X11 and the rise of Wayland. Together they explore the history of X11, its weird quirks, and why it stuck around so long, before unpacking what makes Wayland different, better, and sometimes frustrating. From screen tearing and window managers to PipeWire, gaming, and remote desktops, this episode covers the past, present, and future of the Linux desktop experience. Whether you’re a veteran sysadmin who lived through the xhost + days or a curious distro-hopper wondering why Wayland keeps breaking your screen sharing, this episode has something for you. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Connect with Brodie: https://brodierobertson.xyz/link_tree X Window System: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X_Window_System Wayland Homepage: https://wayland.freedesktop.org/ Wayland Protocols Table: https://absurdlysuspicious.github.io/wayland-protocols-table Awesome Wayland: https://github.com/rcalixte/awesome-wayland Chapters: 00:00 Stream Start 00:13 Introduction 01:21 Brodie Robertson 04:45 What is X11? 11:56 What did X11 solve? 19:42 What is Wayland? 36:18 Full Wayland mode 44:52 Wrap up Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by Steve Johnson on Unsplash Special Guest: Brodie Robertson.

    48 min

  3. 11/04/2025

    Episode 17: Reality-based Approach to LinkedIn Jobs

    Applying online and hearing nothing back? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric sits down with Jeffry Ullman, job search coach and creator of the LinkedIn Job Search Masterclass, to break down what really works when trying to land your next role. Drawing on experience, strategy, and a wealth of practical tips from his two-part presentation series, Jeffry shares how to escape the resume “black hole,” optimize your LinkedIn profile, and build a personal brand that attracts recruiters and hiring managers. Whether you’ve been laid off, are actively seeking a change, or want to future-proof your online presence, this is the guide you’ve been waiting for. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Join our: Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org Jeffry Ullman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffryullman Jeffry’s LinkedIn Strategy: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/avoid-black-hole-how-leverage-linkedin-find-new-role-ullman-mba Chapters: 00:00 Stream Start 00:13 Introduction 01:15 Meet Jeffry 03:54 Truth of Job Hunting 10:01 Job Hunting on LinkedIn 15:37 Getting Started with LinkedIn 23:45 LinkedIn Job Alerts 31:21 Fake Job Postings 38:54 Application Review 46:26 Jeffry’s Methodology 54:03 Closing thoughts 59:17 Wrap up Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash Special Guest: Jeffry Ullman.

    58 min

  4. 10/21/2025

    Episode 16: When the Layoff Comes

    Getting laid off is hard. It can shake your confidence, your routines, and your sense of direction. But it doesn’t have to define you. In this solo episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric shares his own experience with being laid off including: what helped, what didn’t, and what he wishes he’d known earlier. He also rounds up the most practical, compassionate advice from others who’ve been through it: from job hunting strategies to mental health tools to rebuilding momentum in your career and personal life. If you’re currently navigating a layoff, or want to be ready in case you ever have to, this episode is for you. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Join our: Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org Chapters: 00:00 Stream Start 01:47 Introduction 06:25 My Layoff Story 21:22 Successes and Growth 27:24 Top Layoff Tips 35:09 Closing thoughts Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on Unsplash

    35 min

  5. 10/07/2025

    Episode 15: DevLife with Chris DeMars

    What happens when two nerds who love the community side of tech get together? A whole lot of stories, laughs, and insights. In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric sits down with his coworker Chris DeMars to talk about Developer Relations, technical advocacy, and what it really takes to support and empower devs in today’s fast-moving ecosystem. From browser wars to burnout, open source to on-stage nerves, it’s a real look at what fuels a career in DevRel, and how to avoid fizzling out. Oh, and maybe a few hot takes along the way. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Join our: Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org Chris DeMars: https://chrisdemars.net/ DevRel: https://devrel.co/ Chapters: 00:00 Stream Start 00:13 Introduction 01:32 Meet Chris DeMars 05:59 What is DevRel? 13:23 What makes a great DA? 24:04 Empathy in Tech 40:04 Closing thoughts Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by Marah Bashir on Unsplash Special Guest: Chris DeMars.

    43 min

  6. 09/23/2025

    Episode 14: Life as a SysAdmin with Nate Lager

    The role of the system administrator has changed a lot in the last couple decades, but some of us are still proudly flying the flag. Eric sits down with longtime friend Nate Lager to talk about his career journey, lessons learned from the trenches, and what still excites him about tech today. We’ll cover everything from burnout to bash scripts, automation to authenticity. Whether you’re a new sysadmin, a grizzled graybeard, or someone who just loves nerding out about Linux and infrastructure—you’ll feel right at home. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Join our: Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org Connect with Nate: https://social.undrground.org/@gangrif https://www.linkedin.com/in/ironsysadmin/ Iron SysAdmin Podcast https://www.ironsysadmin.com https://www.youtube.com/@ironsysadmin SWB Crawler https://www.swbcrawler.com https://www.youtube.com/swbcrawler Hetzner Hosting https://www.hetzner.com/ BootC: Getting Started with Bootable Containers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bf1xqjLeA9M Security: Configuring Sudo Access | Into the Terminal 62 https://www.youtube.com/live/rEdBkgKs4NA?si=UV43zA_Kss86hoia Chapters: 00:00 Stream Start 00:14 Introduction 01:36 Nate Lager 06:38 Starting in Technology 18:04 Technology Career 31:38 Moving to Red Hat 44:55 Jeep Guy 50:03 Lightning Round 55:53 Nate’s Advice 01:08:32 Wrap up Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by Thomas Jensen on Unsplash Special Guest: Nate Lager.

    1h 14m

  7. 09/09/2025

    Episode 13: How I Became a SysAdmin

    Before DevOps, SRE, and the cloud were all the rage, there were sysadmins—tech generalists who kept the lights on, often with duct tape, bash scripts, and caffine. In this solo episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric shares how he broke into the world of system administration, from his earliest tech gigs to becoming the go-to Linux guy. Along the way, he reflects on the lessons learned, tools loved (and hated), and how the role of a sysadmin has evolved. Whether you're new to IT or just nostalgic for the days of cron, this one’s for you. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Join our: Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org Chapters: 00:00 Stream Start 00:13 Introduction 01:26 The Early Days 10:55 Learning the Ropes 18:29 Shifting Roles 27:25 My Advice 32:41 Wrap up Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by David Schultz on Unsplash

    32 min

  8. 08/26/2025

    Episode 12: Working in GovTech: What’s Different?

    From AI to compliance, modernization to mission-critical infrastructure, working in the public sector versus government tech can look similar on the surface… but the reality is often worlds apart. In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric welcomes Joel Krooswyk, a former colleague at GitLab and a seasoned technical leader navigating a major life shift. Together, they unpack the differences between public sector and government work, from regulations and red tape to values, velocity, and what “transformation” really means when the stakes are national. Whether you’re a tech pro curious about working with the government or just someone watching the blurred lines between public, private, and hybrid tech work—this episode offers clarity, stories, and inspiration for navigating the spaces in between. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Join our: Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org Joel Krooswyk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelrkrooswyk/ Chapters: 00:00 Stream Start 00:13 Welcome 01:33 Joel Krooswyk 02:57 What is Public Sector 13:08 IT in PubSec 16:49 AI’s Evolving Role 33:40 Changing Technology Landscape 39:35 Career Shifts 50:09 Closing Thoughts 54:00 Wrap up Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by Elijah Mears on Unsplash Special Guest: Joel Krooswyk.

    54 min
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Welcome to the ‘IT Guy Show’, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, expert advice, and engaging discussions. Whether you're a seasoned IT professional looking to stay ahead of the curve or a tech enthusiast eager to expand your knowledge, Eric has you covered. With a passion for simplifying complex tech concepts and a knack for making technology accessible to everyone, Eric creates an inclusive and welcoming space where listeners can learn, laugh, and connect. Tune in to 'Office of the IT Guy' and embark on a journey of discovery, empowerment, and endless possibilities in the ever-evolving world of technology. Don't miss out on the chance to join Eric and his special guests as they navigate the digital landscape, one episode at a time. Subscribe now and make the 'Office of the IT Guy' your new favorite tech destination!

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  • Creator
    Eric Hendricks
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Eric the IT Guy
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    The IT Guy Show