Chris Hardie is a software engineer with a deep interest in journalism. Chris worked for Automattic for five years and recently completed a master’s degree in journalism. In 2022, Chris combined these two passions by acquiring Western Wayne News in Wayne County, Indiana. The paper has a WordPress site and a weekly printed edition. It…
Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we dive into the dramatic developments within the WordPress community, including Matt Mullenweg’s challenge to fork WordPress, Automattic’s significant reduction in contribution hours, and the dissolution of the…
Andy Dehnart has run the Reality Blurred website for 25 years now. He writes about reality TV and now also about true crime TV shows. Andy talks about his career as an independent reviewer, and how small publishers can still thrive in 2025. This episode features Steve Burge from PublishPress and Dan Knauss from Multidots….
Welcome to episode 100 of the Accessibility Craft Podcast, where we explore the art of creating accessible websites while trying out interesting craft beverages. This podcast is brought to you by the team at Equalize Digital, a WordPress accessibility company, and the proud creators of the Accessibility Checker plugin. In this episode, drawing inspiration from…
This podcast features a conversation between Rob Cairns and Marketing Expert Bridget Willard about the value of using X (formerly Twitter) for marketing. Willard and Cairns discuss the platform’s SEO benefits, emphasizing the importance of consistent posting and engagement. They also highlight X’s role in networking and building professional relationships, contrasting it with other social…
Josh Koenig is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Pantheon. When I scheduled this interview, I thought Josh was launching a tool called “Content Publishers” to connect Google Docs to WordPress. Given Josh’s achievements, I should have known better. Josh’s goals with this product are far bigger and more interesting. We cover these topics…
Josh Koenig is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Pantheon. When I scheduled this interview, I thought Josh was launching a tool called “Content Publishers” to connect Google Docs to WordPress. Given Josh’s achievements, I should have known better. Josh’s goals with this product are far bigger and more interesting. We cover these topics…
Send a text An unexpected conversation with a bootstrapping serial entrepreneur who is always looking for something new to do. In this episode, Andrew Palmer shares details about his complex personal life and entrepreneurial journey. He begins by discussing his familial relationships, highlighting his connections with an ex-wife and an ex-partner. He maintains a friendly…
Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a bootstrapping serial entrepreneur who is always looking for something new to do. In this episode, Andrew Palmer shares details about his complex personal life and entrepreneurial journey. He begins by discussing his familial relationships, highlighting his connections with an ex-wife and an ex-partner. He maintains a…
Crossword returns for Season 8. Jonathan and Luke catch up after the holiday break, review the news, and decide not to talk about cricket. Is the WordPress community finally getting back to business, or are there more surprises in store?
Seth is the Lead Engineer at the Pew Research Center. He’s been an early adopter of using Gutenberg in WordPress. He’s often on the cutting edge of many of the coolest Gutenberg features. In this episode we dive into how Gutenberg is driving innovation throughout the Pew organization. We cover these topics and more: What…
Seth is the Lead Engineer at the Pew Research Center. He’s been an early adopter of using Gutenberg in WordPress. He’s often on the cutting edge of many of the coolest Gutenberg features. In this episode we dive into how Gutenberg is driving innovation throughout the Pew organization. We cover these topics and more: What…
This podcast episode features Rob Cairns interviewing Ross Brand about his “100 Live Stream and Digital Media Predictions” book. They discuss the evolving digital media landscape, highlighting the significant impact of AI and the shift towards short-form video content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The conversation also touches upon the changing dynamics of social…
Welcome back to another episode of The WP Week, your go-to source for the latest updates in the world of WordPress and web security. In this episode, we dive into the latest news and insights, including Joost de Valk’s call for a more democratic WordPress, Morten Rand-Hendriksen’s vision for the future, and the ongoing debates…
As we kick off 2025, we are on the cusp of Do the Woo, version 5.0 and our 7th Anniversary.
