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.

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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

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Special Guest: Nate Lager.

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