Open Channels FM

Open Channels FM

OpenChannels.fm shares real stories from the open web, told by the people building it. Across five flagship shows, we explore the Fediverse, open source, WordPress, WooCommerce, content strategy, accessibility, and more. Whether you're a developer, agency, or creator, tune in to the conversations shaping the future of the internet.

Episodes

July 10, 2025 52 mins
In this episode of Dev Pulse, hosts chat with Jason Cosper about the challenges and humor in infrastructure, consulting rates, communication, and the evolving role of AI in tech work and workflows.
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In this Media Playbook episode, Rae Morey and Adam Weeks discuss effective pitching for WordPress stories, covering what makes a story newsworthy, and providing practical advice for successful media outreach.
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This episode of Open Event Talk discusses the significance of non-official WordPress events, emphasizing grassroots initiatives like Alt Ctrl Org that foster inclusive conversations and broaden community engagement.
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In Open Talk on Open Source, Adam Weeks, Tammy Lister, Zach Stepek, and Tim Monner discuss the importance of contributing to WordPress, exploring various forms of contributions and the idea of sponsored support.
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BobWP kicks off Open Channels Dispatch to share quick updates and news about the rebranded Open Channels FM.
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In this episode of "Woo Product Chat," co-hosts James and Katie chat with Miriam Schwab from Elementor about transparency in software, community engagement, and the balance of openness while navigating business strategies.
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In this episode of Emerging Tech, host Dave talks to Tole, an innovative developer who shares his journey from mobile to WordPress. He discusses his MCP integration in ConvoWorks for AI workflows.
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In the first of the series, Media Playbook, Rae and Adam discuss how to connect WordPress businesses with the media. They share tips on crafting newsworthy stories and building relationships for better visibility.
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June 12, 2025 3 mins
BobWP wraps up the rebranding of Do the Woo into Open Channels FM. The new channel features five diverse shows, maintaining core values while offering more structure for listeners to explore their interests.
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Bob's getting close to wrapping up the series and introducing "Open Source Reach," exploring open source's real-world impacts beyond coding.
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On today’s BobWP Unplugged, host BobWP walks us through day five of the OpenChannel FM rebranding series. He gives us a look at Content Sparks, and each series designed to help creators make smarter digital content, from streamlining workflows and harnessing AI, to mastering storytelling and media strategy. If you’re passionate about creating great content […]
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June 9, 2025 2 mins
BobWP is shaking things up with a rebrand of his podcast, introducing "WP Voices", where community members share their WordPress experiences. Expect humor, familiar faces, and new shows focusing on agency life, core and multisites.
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The episode introduces the show Open Web Conversatioins during the Open Channel FM's rebranding series, featuring insights from builders and innovators on digital identity, emerging technologies, and online creativity, inviting listeners to engage.
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BobWP updates listeners on the evolution of "Do the Woo," a podcast focused on WooCommerce. It features diverse hosts and segments, catering to all experience levels.
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So, the podcast "Do the Woo" is now "OpenChannels.fm"! It’s a cool rebrand to reflect their broader focus on WordPress and open web topics, while still keeping the WooCommerce content. Exciting changes ahead.
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The inaugural episode of "Upload Worthy" explores video marketing strategies with hosts Christian Taylor and Adam Weeks. They discuss timing for video investment, brand awareness versus conversions, and measuring content success.
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Zach and Carl chat with Mendel Kurland, sharing stories of resilience, reinvention, and the human side of tech, wrapping it all in laughs and life lessons.
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In this episode of Woo Product Chat, co-hosts discuss "community thinking" in WordPress and WooCommerce plugins, highlighting the importance of user feedback and effective engagement strategies.
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In this episode of The WordPress Way, listen to shared insights on translating WordPress, performance boosts, community involvement, and future multilingual features. They emphasize the ongoing need for translators and collaboration in WordPress.
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This special episode of WordPress Event Talk is all about WordCamp Europe 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, highlighting organizers' insights on inclusivity, accessibility, childcare, workshops, and volunteer opportunities for attendees.
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