Andy Piper - Oggcamp and Exploring A Future For Music Unconferences - The Lorenzo's Music Podcast
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In this episode of Lorenzo’s Music Podcast, I meet Andy Piper, the head of communications for Mastodon, to talk about his involvement with Oggcamp, a unique unconference that runs on collaboration and creativity.
We discuss the origins of Oggcamp, its roots in the Ogg Vorbis audio format, and how it has evolved into an event for tech enthusiasts and creators. Andy explains the unconference format, where attendees can propose topics and engage in discussions that spark new ideas and collaborations. I wanted to ask him about the potential for a similar model in the music industry, where musicians can connect, share, and innovate together.
Andy also talks about his work at Mastodon, and the platform’s commitment to decentralization and community-driven content in a federated social network.
Key Takeaways
- Mastodon We want Mastodon to exist for a very long time and not be owned by anyone.
- Unconferences: An unconference is usually a format where there is no fixed agenda.
- Music Unconferece: It’s important to create spaces where musicians can share ideas freely.
- Oggcamp: Celebrating Free Culture, Free and Open Source Software, hardware hacking, and digital rights.
Links Mentioned
- Mastodon https://joinmastodon.org
- OGGcamp https://oggcamp.org
- Linux Outlaws https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linux_Outlaws
- Bandwagon https://bandwagon.fm
- Indie Beat Radio https://theindiebeat.fm
Connect with Andy Piper
This episode was recorded on January 18, 2026. Special thanks to Andy Piper for sharing his insights and experiences with me.
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