Good day all! Fireside Fedi episode 50 starts NOW!

@jaz is my guest today. Executive Director of @iftas #IFTAS ; fighter for the #fediverse; awesome dude; amazing #singer .

Watch the show live:
#Owncast #Livestream - https://stream.firesidefedi.live

After the show:
#Peertube #VOD - https://video.firesidefedi.live
#Castopod #Fedicast - https://audio.firesidefedi.live

#Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@btfree_org

All #Links - https://firesidefedi.live

#stream #interview #firesideFedi #FsF #people #peopleOverPlatforms #protocolsOverPlatforms #fedi #fediverse #open #internet #openInternet #podcast #show #episode #peertube #vod #castopod #writefreely #lemmy #boostplease #fedizen #btfree #bigTechFree #nonprofit #signup #tubeFree

If you're enjoying the show, please consider supporting our new nonprofit btfree.org at https://givebutter.com/btfree. We're currently running https://tubefree.org which is a moderated peertube open for signups right now!

Good day all! Fireside Fedi episode 50 starts NOW!

@jaz is my guest today. Executive Director of @iftas #IFTAS ; fighter for the #fediverse; awesome dude; amazing #singer .

Watch the show live:
#Owncast #Livestream - https://stream.firesidefedi.live

After the show:
#Peertube #VOD - https://video.firesidefedi.live
#Castopod #Fedicast - https://audio.firesidefedi.live

#Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@btfree_org

All #Links - https://firesidefedi.live

#stream #interview #firesideFedi #FsF #people #peopleOverPlatforms #protocolsOverPlatforms #fedi #fediverse #open #internet #openInternet #podcast #show #episode #peertube #vod #castopod #writefreely #lemmy #boostplease #fedizen #btfree #bigTechFree #nonprofit #signup #tubeFree

If you're enjoying the show, please consider supporting our new nonprofit btfree.org at https://givebutter.com/btfree. We're currently running https://tubefree.org which is a moderated peertube open for signups right now!

I removed my YouTube account from our smart TV and only use 'guest' now - another step on the slow de-google.

Honestly there's not much difference - it shows how a non-Premium YouTube account is as ad-broken as a guest one, except that they have more info about you.

Finding some decent YouTubers on PeerTube though. Which is great...

#YouTube #PeerTube #DeGoogle #Google

I removed my YouTube account from our smart TV and only use 'guest' now - another step on the slow de-google.

Honestly there's not much difference - it shows how a non-Premium YouTube account is as ad-broken as a guest one, except that they have more info about you.

Finding some decent YouTubers on PeerTube though. Which is great...

#YouTube #PeerTube #DeGoogle #Google

Can I use #Peertube and #Lemmy and other #ActivityPub services using my #Mastodon account?

Or do I need an account for every additional service I want to interact with?

Listening to rock and pop albums on compact disc and cassette tape, streaming live right now on PeerTube!

https://poast.tv/w/guezJnLjAshADdJF5HyA4n

#peerTube #live #liveStream #music #rock #pop #cassette #compactDisc #CD #physicalMedia

Listening to rock and pop albums on compact disc and cassette tape, streaming live right now on PeerTube!

https://poast.tv/w/guezJnLjAshADdJF5HyA4n

#peerTube #live #liveStream #music #rock #pop #cassette #compactDisc #CD #physicalMedia

Good day all! Coming up this week on Fireside Fedi! (All times are UTC-4)

10-21 1300 - @jaz Executive Director of @iftas - #IFTAS is a #charity dedicated to supporting the thousands of #admins, #moderators and #community #managers nurturing a safe, open web - and building #BetterSocialMedia for all.

10-22 1300 @mike - Co-founder and CEO, #Flipboard flipboard.com/@mike

Watch the show live:
#Owncast #Livestream - https://stream.firesidefedi.live

After the show:
#Peertube #VOD - https://video.firesidefedi.live
#Castopod #Fedicast - https://audio.firesidefedi.live

#Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@btfree_org

All #Links - https://firesidefedi.live

#stream #interview #firesideFedi #FsF #people #peopleOverPlatforms #protocolsOverPlatforms #fedi #fediverse #open #internet #openInternet #podcast #show #episode #peertube #vod #castopod #writefreely #lemmy #boostplease #fedizen #btfree #bigTechFree #nonprofit #signup #tubeFree

If you're enjoying the show, please consider supporting our new nonprofit btfree.org at https://givebutter.com/btfree. We're currently running https://tubefree.org which is a moderated peertube open for signups right now!

🎉 Big step forward for our co-op!

Yesterday, we held our first Steering Committee meeting, and it gave us something we’ve been working toward for weeks—a clear sense of direction, shared purpose, and a name that truly fits what we’re building.

We’re officially becoming the Federated Video Co-op Initiative (formerly the PeerTube Co-op Initiative). The old name reflected where we started. The new name reflects where we’re going. We’re not tied to one platform—we’re building a co-operative framework for federated video as a whole.

The meeting helped define our path. Creators and viewers will be at the heart of the co-op. We discussed sustainable funding ideas like a Patreon-style model for creators, and explored development options—from partnering with CoSocial as a fiscal host to collectively funding GIA Co-op’s support. We agreed that while DIY incorporation might save money, it would be too labour intensive and could create problems down the road if we don’t take full advantage of the expert advice available.

This co-op will be rooted in Canada, but open to the world. We’re building something grounded, collaborative, and built to last.

Our Steering Committee is now drafting the Founding Framework, a Living Document that defines who we are and what we stand for. Once it’s ready, we’ll invite everyone to read it, comment, and help shape it together. The target date is Friday, October 24.

After CoSocial’s AGM later this month, we’ll meet again to review the framework, vote, and start shaping our bylaws.

Thank you to everyone who’s been following and supporting this effort from the beginning. The federated video future we’ve been talking about is taking shape—and we’re building it together.

Want to get involved?

DM me your email address if you’d like to be part of the co-op or receive updates about the Federated Video Co-op Initiative.

#FederatedVideo #PeerTube #Cooperative #Fediverse #CanadianCoops

🎉 Big step forward for our co-op!

Yesterday, we held our first Steering Committee meeting, and it gave us something we’ve been working toward for weeks—a clear sense of direction, shared purpose, and a name that truly fits what we’re building.

We’re officially becoming the Federated Video Co-op Initiative (formerly the PeerTube Co-op Initiative). The old name reflected where we started. The new name reflects where we’re going. We’re not tied to one platform—we’re building a co-operative framework for federated video as a whole.

The meeting helped define our path. Creators and viewers will be at the heart of the co-op. We discussed sustainable funding ideas like a Patreon-style model for creators, and explored development options—from partnering with CoSocial as a fiscal host to collectively funding GIA Co-op’s support. We agreed that while DIY incorporation might save money, it would be too labour intensive and could create problems down the road if we don’t take full advantage of the expert advice available.

This co-op will be rooted in Canada, but open to the world. We’re building something grounded, collaborative, and built to last.

Our Steering Committee is now drafting the Founding Framework, a Living Document that defines who we are and what we stand for. Once it’s ready, we’ll invite everyone to read it, comment, and help shape it together. The target date is Friday, October 24.

After CoSocial’s AGM later this month, we’ll meet again to review the framework, vote, and start shaping our bylaws.

Thank you to everyone who’s been following and supporting this effort from the beginning. The federated video future we’ve been talking about is taking shape—and we’re building it together.

Want to get involved?

DM me your email address if you’d like to be part of the co-op or receive updates about the Federated Video Co-op Initiative.

#FederatedVideo #PeerTube #Cooperative #Fediverse #CanadianCoops

Good day all! Coming up this week on Fireside Fedi! (All times are UTC-4)

10-21 1300 - @jaz Executive Director of @iftas - #IFTAS is a #charity dedicated to supporting the thousands of #admins, #moderators and #community #managers nurturing a safe, open web - and building #BetterSocialMedia for all.

10-22 1300 @mike - Co-founder and CEO, #Flipboard flipboard.com/@mike

Watch the show live:
#Owncast #Livestream - https://stream.firesidefedi.live

After the show:
#Peertube #VOD - https://video.firesidefedi.live
#Castopod #Fedicast - https://audio.firesidefedi.live

#Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@btfree_org

All #Links - https://firesidefedi.live

#stream #interview #firesideFedi #FsF #people #peopleOverPlatforms #protocolsOverPlatforms #fedi #fediverse #open #internet #openInternet #podcast #show #episode #peertube #vod #castopod #writefreely #lemmy #boostplease #fedizen #btfree #bigTechFree #nonprofit #signup #tubeFree

If you're enjoying the show, please consider supporting our new nonprofit btfree.org at https://givebutter.com/btfree. We're currently running https://tubefree.org which is a moderated peertube open for signups right now!

Can I use #Peertube and #Lemmy and other #ActivityPub services using my #Mastodon account?

Or do I need an account for every additional service I want to interact with?

Quick heads-up—a fuller update about the proposed co-op will be shared later tonight.

The Steering Committee has agreed that we won’t define ourselves by any single platform. PeerTube will be our starting point, but not our identity.

To reflect that broader vision, we’re changing the working name from PeerTube Co-op Initiative to Federated Video Co-op Initiative.

#PeerTube #cooperative #digitalcommons #VideoCoop

Quick heads-up—a fuller update about the proposed co-op will be shared later tonight.

The Steering Committee has agreed that we won’t define ourselves by any single platform. PeerTube will be our starting point, but not our identity.

To reflect that broader vision, we’re changing the working name from PeerTube Co-op Initiative to Federated Video Co-op Initiative.

#PeerTube #cooperative #digitalcommons #VideoCoop

Finally! I managed to get the custom instance option into the #peertube #kodi plugin! :)🎉

I might wait with the official release since someone was so nice to make a PR for favorite instances! I'll likely try to merge that wirst.

But you can git clone the repo from https://forge.giftedmc.com/haui/plugin.video.pt

Finally! I managed to get the custom instance option into the #peertube #kodi plugin! :)🎉

I might wait with the official release since someone was so nice to make a PR for favorite instances! I'll likely try to merge that wirst.

But you can git clone the repo from https://forge.giftedmc.com/haui/plugin.video.pt

PeerTube Co-op Initiative: Week 2 Update

Two weeks ago, this was just an idea. Now, it’s becoming an organization.

Since launching the call for a PeerTube co-op, momentum has turned into structure. Over 35 people have expressed interest in becoming founding member-owners, and the Steering Committee has now been formalized. We’re in the orientation phase, preparing to define the co-op’s mission, vision, and bylaws before incorporation in BC.

We’re also working closely with GIA Consulting Co-op, who will join our first Steering Committee meeting to help orient the group and guide early governance discussions.

Beyond that, conversations are expanding. I’ve been in touch with CoSocial.ca (a Canadian Mastodon co-op) about collaboration, BT Free (a Fediverse non-profit PeerTube host) about resource-sharing, and @damon from We Distribute about the initiative more broadly.

Next step: Steering Committee orientation, followed by our first working session on Vision & Mission.

If you’d like to stay informed or get involved, DM me your email address and I’ll make sure you’re included in future updates.

#PeerTubeCoop #Cooperative #PeerTube #Fediverse #DigitalCommons