Podcast E636 – Interview with David Stone
This week I Share My Interview With David Stone [powerpress]
WordPress 7.0 Is Coming Are Your Plugins Ready
WordPress 7.0 is almost here and it is built for better speed, stability, and a smoother editing experience. But not every plugin is ready for this update. Outdated or poorly built plugins can slow your site down, break features, or create compatibility issues. A clean and optimized plugin stack can instantly improve performance and make…
Special Episode – Seriously, BUD Goes To Hawaii
Send us Fan Mail I'm taking a little break from my normal routine as I am in Hawaii attending a wedding. This is a perfect time to catch up on all 104 episodes that you may have missed. Of course, you can do that from wherever you get your podcasts or just by going to…
Episode 653 Security For Agencies With Ryan Waterbury
In this episode, Rob Cairns, the founder and CEO of Stunning Digital Marketing, is joined by Ryan Waterbury of One-Dog Solutions to dive deep into the critical world of WordPress security for agencies. They discuss the shifting landscape of digital threats, the importance of proactive security measures, and the common pitfalls agencies face when managing…
REGEXSS Demo: How Hackers Exploit Regular Expressions in WordPress | Matthew Rollings (Stealthcopter)
In Episode 49 of the Melapress Show, Matthew Rollings, application security professional and bug bounty hunter, joins Robert Abela to break down RegexXSS: a vulnerability class hiding in the regex code of WordPress plugins. Mat explains how post-sanitization regex manipulation can reintroduce cross-site scripting even after WordPress has done its job, and demonstrates how an…
E150: 80+ Plugins Temporarily Closed, WPFolks Launched, GoDaddy Domain Transfer Issue
This week’s episode is packed with high-impact developments across the WordPress ecosystem. The big story is the temporary closure of 80+ WPFactory plugins on WordPress.org following a reported security concern, raising fresh questions around plugin trust and supply chain safety. We also cover the updated WordPress 7.0 release timeline, now set for May 2026, with…
How to Change WordPress Username, Password & Email Without Verification
Struggling to change your WordPress email? You go to your profile, enter a new email, but the confirmation code never arrives. Or worse, you’re locked out because you can’t access your old email anymore. In this tutorial, I’ll show you a simple, foolproof method to change your WordPress email, username, and even reset your password—directly…
466 – James Welbes on AI, WordPress, and new opportunities
Nathan Wrigley interviews James Welbes, about his journey in the WordPress space, his early frustrations and eventual embrace of WordPress, and the transformative impact of AI on web development. They discuss the rapid evolution of AI, its effect on productivity, and the culture shifts occurring as people interact more with AI tools. James shares his…
Tony Baird, CEO of Hawk Host, on Independent Hosting, WordPress Security & Customer Trust | E144
In WP Legends Episode 144, Tony Baird, CEO of Hawk Host, shares how he built an independent hosting company through reliability, fair pricing, strong infrastructure, and customer trust. We discuss the future of shared hosting, WordPress security, plugin bloat, AI in hosting, and why independent hosts can still compete by staying simple, honest, and customer…
#214 – Robby McCullough on Beaver Builder, AI Hype, and Evolving WordPress Workflows
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley interviews Robby McCullough, co-founder of Beaver Builder, about the evolving landscape of WordPress page builders amidst the rise of AI. They reflect on Beaver Builder’s 12-year journey, discuss initial skepticism toward page builders, and the recent surge in AI-driven site building tools. Speaker B shares how Beaver Builder is experimenting…
#1007 – WP-Tonic Show: We Discuss How to Make Non Sexy Products and Services Sexy
#1007 – WP-Tonic Show: We Discuss How to Make Non Sexy Products and Services Sexy We Discuss How to Make Non Sexy Products and Services Sexy Struggling to sell dull offerings? Discover how to make non-sexy products sexy using storytelling, emotion & smart positioning. Start standing out! Kevin MacGillivray, CMO Pressable Pressable Home https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-macgillivray/ ▬▬…
Tony Baird, CEO of Hawk Host, on Why WordPress Sites Get Hacked
Tony Baird, CEO of Hawk Host, explains the biggest reasons WordPress websites get hacked and why most issues come down to simple mistakes. From outdated plugins and themes to weak passwords like admin123, we break down what actually puts your site at risk. Episode out soon. Stay tuned. #TonyBaird #HawkHost #WebHosting #WordPress #WPLegends
Episode 652 Google Business Profiles With Warren Laine-Naida
In this monthly SEO segment, host Rob Cairns welcomes digital marketing expert Warren Laine-Naida to discuss the critical role of Google Business Profiles and Bing Places in a successful local SEO strategy. Warren shares actionable advice on optimizing these profiles, leveraging reviews, and integrating local data into broader marketing efforts.
Arnas Donauskas, Product Manager at Hostinger, on Product Thinking & User Experience
Arnas Donauskas shares how his journey from customer support to UX research shaped the way he builds products today. We break down what users actually struggle with in hosting, and how to build simple, scalable tools that don’t overwhelm. Episode out now. Watch soon. #ArnasDonauskas #Hostinger #ProductThinking #UX #WPLegends
What Publishers Need to Know About Web Accessibility
Amber Hines from Equalize Digital has spent years helping publishers to make their websites more accessible and user-friendly for everyone, including those with disabilities. I ask Amber questions I’ve heard from publishers. For example, is it helpful to have an audio version of my articles? Should we offer a text-only version of the site? Can…