The Future Of Wan Show

January 2, 2026


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Spencer P message Thanks, Spencer P! I'm a little disappointed in the PVD coating on the black scribedriver I bought mine a month or two ago and it's already starting to wear off. Timestamp
Mr R message Thanks, Mr R! Greetings WAN.DLL from the UK. Question for Linus about his hands on with Steam Frame: how well did the Frame accommodate a large nose? Speaking as someone with a big ol' schnozz myself. Timestamp
Mr R reply Reply @Mr R! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
David F message Thanks, David F! Hey, DLL. Love the pet bandanas, but they should have a channel for collars. My dog will eat it if it comes off. Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! meow Timestamp
Nick B message Thanks, Nick B! Screwdriver babyyyyyyyy Timestamp
Bryson T message Thanks, Bryson T! Hey DLL! I'm building a NAS and using an aftermarket SATA backplane for the drives to make cable management easier. Any experience using these? Thanks for the great content over the years! Happy NY! Timestamp
Bryson T reply Reply @Bryson T! I use an NVME to SATA one in mine Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Gearing up for the first plane trip (13h) with our 3mo because of a family emergency. I wonder if you had some memorable difficult things with the used-to-be-newborns? Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
Brandon K message Thanks, Brandon K! <3 Timestamp
John s message Thanks, John s! I noticed some the strap stays on the commuter backpack are supper motorcycle friendly. Are there any other features added with riding in mind? Timestamp
John s reply Reply @John s! Not too much! It just happens to work out that way. Timestamp
Paul C message Thanks, Paul C! HNY LL&D! What is your advice when working in a situation where you are moving faster than the org, but only because the alternative is literally doing nothing outside of day to day tickets? Timestamp
Paul C reply Reply @Paul C! Sounds like maybe you're outgrowing your org. Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Greetings, WAN.DLL. Have you heard of the DROP program (state ver of "delete me") for Californians? Do you think it will work well? or just another toothless program like the FCC do not call list? Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Only if it can be enforced. Sometimes a fine like, a million dollars just ends up as the cost of doing business. :/ Timestamp
Steven N message Thanks, Steven N! Patiently waiting for my Luke LaffyTaffy Oil Barron arc now that he owns 50% of the WAN Show. Timestamp
Steven N reply Reply @Steven N! Standard WAN Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! You guys sell 84 bits for the screw driver and the case only holds 30 bits. this is case order #2 Timestamp
Stefan M message Thanks, Stefan M! Hi LLD, Do you prefer people watch videos out of a sense of commitment or only watch videos they are really interested in? Timestamp
Stefan M reply Reply @Stefan M! People should watch whatever they want in whatever way they want. :) Timestamp
Eric A message Thanks, Eric A! Ive been eyeing up this hoddie for a while and purchasing to show support the WAN show change. Take my money and thanks for the sick hoddie! Timestamp
Jonathan M message Thanks, Jonathan M! Hey Linus! You touched on it a bit earlier with the ReBoot segment, but are you interested in some of Mainframe's newer titles at all? Zixx was my jam as a kid, and i can only find crummy TV quality. Timestamp
Jonathan M reply Reply @Jonathan M! I think we just have a special piece for Reboot in our hearts. Timestamp
Rogelio S message Thanks, Rogelio S! Feeeeeeeeeeeeeeeessh go glub glub Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
Kristin W message Thanks, Kristin W! I keep hearing the Bubble will burst. But with all these price increase, it feels like the companies know something we don't. Also I boughter my commuter bag before getting my laptop. Opps didn't fit. Timestamp
Kristin W reply Reply @Kristin W! They want to get more money I guess. Timestamp
Lucas E message Thanks, Lucas E! Hey toolsource.dll! Curious if you heard about the Al models all choosing to blackmail/kill to keep themselves from being turned off. Chatgpt, claude, and grmini all failed 80%+ of the time. Nuts! Timestamp
Lucas E reply Reply @Lucas E! That's...... fun. Timestamp
Josiah K message Thanks, Josiah K! Dear LS, LL, & wtf is DB, I recently drove from NY 2 TN USA in a car w/ LKAS, ACC, LDW, and Lane Departure Mitigation, in a 19 Honda Civic, what R your thoughts on driving & tech? Taycan has featurs? Timestamp
Josiah K reply Reply @Josiah K! It always scares me at how unrepairable they are getting, but they certainly save lives and the tech is pretty dang cool. I'll still keep buying older cars for cheap though. Timestamp
Jonathan Y message Thanks, Jonathan Y! LDL Timestamp
Steven S message Thanks, Steven S! Had a great white shark show up on a dive two weeks ago...video is amazing, are you all keeping up with your diving, and what animals/locations are still on the bucket list? Timestamp
Steven S reply Reply @Steven S! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Hey LLD from the Bay Area,i have a job as an autonomous operator. what is your thoughts about the future of autonomous vehicles this year? Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! I hope they like... don't come around for a while longer. Timestamp
John O message Thanks, John O! Hey LLD, been a fan since the firetruck days. Love your screwdrivers! As as someone in the aviation industry I can't wait for the TECH PLANE! Timestamp
Anthony B message Thanks, Anthony B! Hi LLD! Luke if you (or other LTT crew) ever want to tour Johnson Space Center, I would love to set something up! I can give personal tours, but I also know people in the Public Affairs Office! Timestamp
Anthony B reply Reply @Anthony B! please!! Timestamp
Sophia R message Thanks, Sophia R! HI LLD. I love creator warehouses philosophy of making good products. Is there any plans to retry entering the women's fashion market? There is a huge need for sturdy well designed women's wear. Timestamp
Sophia R reply Reply @Sophia R! I know there are plans! Timestamp
Austin G message Thanks, Austin G! Greetings from Seattle. Finally upgrading my old WAN hoodie, now I'll have the freedom to decide how red I'm feeling. Does the new hoodie not have the hand sleeve things like the old one had? Timestamp
Austin G reply Reply @Austin G! Thats right Timestamp
LUCAS R message Thanks, LUCAS R! Hi All! You've taught a lot of people. Some have started their own businesses with confidence. What do you try to do as a mentor and boss to help people grow? What was your favourite teachable moment? Timestamp
LUCAS R reply Reply @LUCAS R! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
Erich h message Thanks, Erich h! Hello Linus Torvalds, Duke Nuke 'em, and Dan Besser! I recently got a steam deck for christmas and I am loving it! What are your PC gaming handhelds of choice? Timestamp
Erich h reply Reply @Erich h! SteamDeck for sure! Timestamp
Connor S message Thanks, Connor S! Linus: I know buyouts are off the table, but what do you think about an investor/small group of investors purchasing shares of LMG? You and Yvonne still maintain a majority, but not everything. Timestamp
Connor S reply Reply @Connor S! Only if we needed a cash injection, which is why you normally sell shares. Probably not gunna happen. Timestamp
Aaron A message Thanks, Aaron A! Hi LLD, I heard from someone that thinks 4K TVs should be only be 75 inches and above. I disagree with this. What are your thoughts on this? Timestamp
Aaron A reply Reply @Aaron A! Yeah pretty much. Timestamp
Stephan W message Thanks, Stephan W! Hey there :) You talked about your Cables a few shows back, and I was wondering: What would/might come earlier, a DisplayPort cable with chip or a HDMI Cable with the fees, development cost and so on? Timestamp
Stephan W reply Reply @Stephan W! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
Matthew M message Thanks, Matthew M! With the new house setup, will we get to see a start to finish home networking? Ubiquiti, Cisco, Extreme, etc... Just something about networking? Useful for many. Love the news about new LTT cables! Timestamp
Matthew M reply Reply @Matthew M! Totes Timestamp
Elijah E message Thanks, Elijah E! Here to get ahead of the 2026 crash out inevitability. Timestamp
Dennis S message Thanks, Dennis S! Hey.dll, happy new year! I've seen IT and dev career opportunities evaporate in my hometown of Spokane, and with RTO it seems remote gigs are harder to find? Is it time to pack up to a larger city? Timestamp
Dennis S reply Reply @Dennis S! Far to hard to tell sadly. We're weird here and not the best for insight. Timestamp
Phillip S message Thanks, Phillip S! Happy WAN Year! With reference to the "This is fine" meme, on a scale of 1-10 (10-World Burning), what are your predictions for 2026 for tech? Also what's the breakdown of the 4 colour screwdrivers? Timestamp
Phillip S reply Reply @Phillip S! 10 Timestamp
levi l message Thanks, levi l! TALL SHIRTS GO BRRRRRR Timestamp
Benjamin P message Thanks, Benjamin P! OMG A SHIRT THAT WILL FIT!! THANK :D Timestamp
Joshua B message Thanks, Joshua B! To Linus: I just read The ABCs of Gaming to my grandson for the first time. Thanks for helping create a fantastic memory! Timestamp
Jonathan G message Thanks, Jonathan G! Hey DLL Question for Linus Luke and Dan if i were to make a LTT game what would you like to see in it Timestamp
Jonathan G reply Reply @Jonathan G! Memes obs Timestamp
Riley T message Thanks, Riley T! Love all the content you guys make. Timestamp
Stephan W message Thanks, Stephan W! Hey there :) You talked about your Cables a few shows back, and I was wondering: What would/might come earlier, a DisplayPort cable with chip or a HDMI Cable with the fees, development cost and so on? Timestamp
Russ C message Thanks, Russ C! Got the shirt I can use it more than being mad at my computer. Can't wait to buy some of your cables. :) Timestamp
Nathan D message Thanks, Nathan D! Hi Linus, Luke and most importantly Dan, happy new year! Any chance you know if sweaters or jackets are going to get tall sizes like the shirts? My tall family looks forward to each new tall product! Timestamp
Nathan D reply Reply @Nathan D! Really too hard to tell sadly Timestamp
Gavin H message Thanks, Gavin H! Hi DLL! Moving out with my GF soon! using a box from a previous order to pack lol. any advise for a couple of 1.67 years moving in with each other? Luke, stay out of Vegas it's not very fun here... Timestamp
Gavin H reply Reply @Gavin H! Congrats! Make sure you get a little bit of space. Timestamp
Andrew A message Thanks, Andrew A! Yippee screwin Timestamp
Andrew X message Thanks, Andrew X! Happy New Year! You keep saying you're a small company, but you have a big D! Would you ever consider getting into doing custom printing on your shirts? Timestamp
Andrew X reply Reply @Andrew X! Maybe one day maybeee Timestamp
Jason K message Thanks, Jason K! I'd love to see you guys incorporate used/budget friendly parts in a retro console PC. Like: 1080ti in an OG XBox, or something spicy in a Gamecube. Use 3D Printed parts & provide STLs too. 2% for Dan Timestamp
Chad G message Thanks, Chad G! I WILL BUY AS MANY AS THOSE CABLES THAT I NEED! PLS THUNDERBOLT LOL Timestamp
Josh C message Thanks, Josh C! Hey LLD! Love the show and buying a gift card for the cables! I'm gonna be starting my own electrical business this year, gonna keep it small to start, but any tips on starting a small business? Timestamp
Josh C reply Reply @Josh C! Find the stuff you hate and get someone who likes them to do them. Timestamp
marissa j message Thanks, marissa j! Hey guys, I'm a big fan of the channel and I just wanted to ask if you'll ever bring back the different colors for the water bottles like the ones you are using now? Timestamp
marissa j reply Reply @marissa j! Maybe in the future! It's so many skus... Timestamp
Hamish J message Thanks, Hamish J! This question is for Linus. What is your opinion on people using the Framework desktop motherboard in an 8U rack for budget Al clusters, as you can assign DRAM? Dan, I need urgent help with my order. Timestamp
Hamish J reply Reply @Hamish J! We'll let you know more details soon. Timestamp
James G message Thanks, James G! Happy New Year! In the spirit of crashing out, what's the worst crash/blue screen/unscheduled maintenance/etc. you've experienced? Timestamp
James G reply Reply @James G! The WAN PC used to like, bluescreen almost every show. That's EVIL Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Updates when we can! Timestamp
Tomasz T message Thanks, Tomasz T! I am an engineering manager, managing 3 teams. I don't want to move up on the career ladder. What advice would you give to someone wanting to grow but stay at that role, working directly with devs? Timestamp
Tomasz T reply Reply @Tomasz T! Just don't accept the promotions. That's totally valid. Timestamp
Matthew M reply Reply @Matthew M! Ask the forum! Timestamp
Stephen J message Thanks, Stephen J! Hey Adequate Media Inc owners (and Dan!). S00 happy to score bit cases. Question Linus. As Luke owns 50% of WAN, and you own 50% of your 50%, doesn't that mean together him & Yvonne are your WAN boss? Timestamp
Stephen J reply Reply @Stephen J! No. Timestamp
Ben R reply Reply @Ben R! Might be good as a dog bed. Maybe in the future! Timestamp
Derek P message Thanks, Derek P! Howdy LLD, a man from the land of Ice Dragons here, how have you managed to put up with the stupidity of the internet for so long? Do you think the negativity will affect how you will be remembered? Timestamp
Derek P reply Reply @Derek P! It hurts. Timestamp
David L message Thanks, David L! My wife loved the 3D down jacket promo studio tour and we are loving all the great products you keep pumping out. Keep it up!!!!! Timestamp
Ben K message Thanks, Ben K! Hey DLL, what was your most valid crashout? Timestamp
Ben K reply Reply @Ben K! OCZ MESSING UP MY RAM SO MANY TIMES SO MANY RMA Timestamp
Tien T message Thanks, Tien T! Using LTT store gift cards as a savings account until I have enough to buy what I want. Question, will the Cargo pants have a black variant? Would love a pair but my work requires black work pants. :) Timestamp
Tien T reply Reply @Tien T! Maybe in the future! Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! The WAN Show is dead, long live the WAN Show! Is there a way to check the status of legacy LTT products, like the old beanies or towels? This would be helpful as I like to plan out bundle purchases. Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Message support. Timestamp
Troy R message Thanks, Troy R! Hey LLD, Got the wife interested in the tech house series! What ideas do you have for spouse approved/hidden tech? Going to be following and upgrading along the way. Thanks for the amazing content! Timestamp
Troy R reply Reply @Troy R! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
Mike S message Thanks, Mike S! Thank you for the great content. Cables coming soon? Timestamp
Mike S reply Reply @Mike S! VERY soon Timestamp
Steven M message Thanks, Steven M! I've been watching you since I've been a kid and you have taught me so much. Thank you for y'all's hard work and passion. Timestamp
Shane E message Thanks, Shane E! Mouse pad time. No more 15X20cm mouse pad for me. God bless America Timestamp
Matthew A message Thanks, Matthew A! I love Fookin Orange man Timestamp
Samuel L message Thanks, Samuel L! Hey WAN.DLL, are there any plans for server content in the near future? Timestamp
Samuel L reply Reply @Samuel L! Hopefully! Timestamp
Benjamin K reply Reply @Benjamin K! Clown one gave me nightmares it is sooo good. Timestamp
Nathaniel A message Thanks, Nathaniel A! Burn out on the verge of Crash Out, time for a better year. Much excite for the bit case Timestamp
Jenelle J message Thanks, Jenelle J! My first LTT purchase, got a screwdriver as a gift and now it's my favorite thing to gift others! Timestamp
Dylan S message Thanks, Dylan S! Hey DLL, A suggestion for Luke, since he's been very eager for more "workshop"/labs style content. He should do a video where he builds a pair of Project Omega Headphones.. since DMS is around.. Timestamp
Dylan S reply Reply @Dylan S! That sounds fun Timestamp
Aiden A message Thanks, Aiden A! Hi Luke, Linus & Dan, As an IT Tech myself the crashout shirt is way too relatable. Whats your least favioute error or troubleshooting experience you've ever had? Timestamp
Aiden A reply Reply @Aiden A! My NVME drive made all my temp sensors go-trillion. No one on the internet had EVER had the problem. It also persisted after removal, only when you put in a different one it fixed Timestamp
Nicholas G message Thanks, Nicholas G! Heya LLD. A few weeks ago, I snagged a 2x16 gig DDR4 3600 kit off EBAY for $100, and a Marketplace 3090TI for $500 (both work, doubling my VRAM and DRAM). What's the best-timed deal you've landed? Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Hi LLD I just became an LT at the ambulance and am trying not to feel overwhelmed with the sudden amount of responsibility. Any advice on how to triage/prioritize to prevent from getting overwhelmed? Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Just like... pick literally anything and start and absolutely do not contemplate ever. Timestamp
Michael E message Thanks, Michael E! Hey Lemon, Lime and Date been watching since Langley house, do you think the RAM crisis will have the same effect on the Auto industry like the chip shortage were they ship cars without RAM. Timestamp
Michael E reply Reply @Michael E! It should work its way into most things at least temporarily. Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Happy birthday, Daniel!! Timestamp
Michael B message Thanks, Michael B! Hey DLL! Out of curiousity, how are the headphone pads that sponsored you a while ago (still on your headphones) holding up despite not sponsoring for a while? Happy late new year! Timestamp
Michael B reply Reply @Michael B! Still perfect! Timestamp
Patrik E message Thanks, Patrik E! I love my Logitech Powerplay but surprisingly not even Logitech makes a replacement mousepad in the correct size. Would LTT consider making an LTT desk pad that fits the Powerplay? Timestamp
Patrik E reply Reply @Patrik E! Maybe in the future. Timestamp
Tyler W message Thanks, Tyler W! More weird tech from China videos please. Timestamp
Richard W message Thanks, Richard W! Got my $50 gift card for purchasing the Commuter backpack and now I'm using the credit to buy the original backpack. Thanks for the great merch LTT and DLL! Timestamp
Tyler M message Thanks, Tyler M! What was the purpose of putting the "Luke owns half the show" off for the last 3 weeks? Why not just say it, seems like a pretty minor announcement. PS i might have missed it, im doing laundry atm Timestamp
Tyler M reply Reply @Tyler M! Actually was just super incompetent and like, we kept adjusting the times and having hard outs and the topic just kept getting pushed. Sorry! Timestamp
Josh S message Thanks, Josh S! That was my screwdriver collection and im missing 6 solid color screwdrivers. You by chance have any laying around to complete my set? Timestamp
Josh S reply Reply @Josh S! We will be in touch with you soon. Timestamp
Caious C message Thanks, Caious C! I moved three years ago and my 65" TV sits about 13' from the couch. I've been holding off on the upgrade becuase every year they seem to get cheaper and better. Time to upgrade or do I keep waiting? Timestamp
Caious C reply Reply @Caious C! Never the wrong time. Timestamp
Matthew R message Thanks, Matthew R! Quite awhile behind, how about a LTT floating lake dock? Would be great to see what you could do with it. If you ever did one, whistler is the place for it. Timestamp
Chris S message Thanks, Chris S! DLL - Been waiting for the bit case since the release of the screwdriver. Picking up a bunch of these. Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! As a former KIOXIA employee, it was amazing to see the FAB tour you got. Surprising they let you see more than I could working there. Whats your take on how the audience liked it and whats next? Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
Crystal F message Thanks, Crystal F! Henlo WAN owner 1 & 2 & Dan! Happy to hear things aren't changing a ton, was definitely crashing out a little Dunishment be for being late? Luke, now that you own ½ of WAN, what'll Linus' Timestamp
Crystal F reply Reply @Crystal F! Murder. Timestamp
Eduard G message Thanks, Eduard G! First time watching a live. I only found out because of your merch store. Love your content! I tested your screwdriver at a friend's house, and I had to get one for myself. Bests, Eduard. Timestamp
Eduard G reply Reply @Eduard G! <3 Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Hey Luke, heard that getting tips from Wendel on building a LLM server. Would there be a chance to follow along with your home lab journey? Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Your message was curated! We will answer it later in the show. Timestamp
Zarina B message Thanks, Zarina B! What are your thoughts on Florida's plan to install wireless charging 4 miles of road? Do you think the infrastructure for wireless charging cars while driving will ever be affordable or maintainable? Timestamp
Zarina B reply Reply @Zarina B! Solar freaking roadways Timestamp
Daniel C message Thanks, Daniel C! Now that you have the means, engineering department, and retail space available to you via Smash Champs..can we hope to see new development on the gym bag air freshener idea? not in fail video? Timestamp
Daniel C reply Reply @Daniel C! No....... Timestamp
Chad T message Thanks, Chad T! I have tons of tools but after using my employee's LTT screwdriver I now have 3. Linus wins. Timestamp
Mr R message Thanks, Mr R! Greetings WAN.DLL from the UK. Question for Linus about his hands on with Steam Frame: how well did the Frame accommodate a large nose? Speaking as someone with a big ol' schnozz myself. Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Gearing up for the first plane trip (13h) with our 3mo because of a family emergency. I wonder if you had some memorable difficult things with the used-to-be-newborns? Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Is a natural monopoly in high barrier of entry industries always a bad thing? In the case of ASML, it seems more of a reward for technological innovation which incentives innovation. Timestamp
Steven S message Thanks, Steven S! Had a great white shark show up on a dive two weeks ago...video is amazing, are you all keeping up with your diving, and what animals/locations are still on the bucket list? Timestamp
HH L message Thanks, HH L! Hi DDL shopping for a 64oz water bottle and ended up here for the price. I don't feel too bad buying a loss leader as an owner of a backpack and driver, but don't understand why you sell them at loss. Timestamp
LUCAS R message Thanks, LUCAS R! Hi All! You've taught a lot of people. Some have started their own businesses with confidence. What do you try to do as a mentor and boss to help people grow? What was your favourite teachable moment? Timestamp
Jimmy D message Thanks, Jimmy D! Been waiting for years for an answer to cable insanity. Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Howdy DLL, I enjoyed the different styles from different host on LTT. I think Elijah did a great job on the RAM video. What other host have the most different style from your own? And Dan host when? Timestamp
Anonymous reply Reply @Anonymous! Everyone puts their own spin on it and that's part of the fun. Timestamp
Troy R message Thanks, Troy R! Hey LLD, Got the wife interested in the tech house series! What ideas do you have for spouse approved/hidden tech? Going to be following and upgrading along the way. Thanks for the amazing content! Timestamp
Brandon L message Thanks, Brandon L! After so many years of retail, I needed the crash out shirt, stat! Also caved on the Floatplane hoodie. Just take my money already! Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! As a former KIOXIA employee, it was amazing to see the FAB tour you got. Surprising they let you see more than I could working there. Whats your take on how the audience liked it and whats next? Timestamp
Nolan B message Thanks, Nolan B! Hey thinking about upgrading from my Samsung g8 oled to lg's new 4k ultra wide do you think 4k will ever become the new 1440p? Timestamp
Nolan B reply Reply @Nolan B! 1440p is just perfect Timestamp
Anonymous message Thanks, Anonymous! Hey Luke, heard that getting tips from Wendel on building a LLM server. Would there be a chance to follow along with your home lab journey? Timestamp
James F message Thanks, James F! Didn't know I needed this until it escaped the Warehouse. Definitely more effective than coddling the cardboard my bits arrived in. Dan, I aspire to reach your guy-in-the- chair altitude. Unparalleled. Timestamp