Open Channels FM

Open Channels FM

Open Channels FM brings you conversations and insights from the people shaping the open web. Through our channels we share real experiences from builders, developers, product makers, and community leaders worldwide. Discover how ideas become products, communities grow, and openness drives innovation. Each episode gives you inspiration and practical takeaways to help take your own ideas further.

Episodes

Eight Years and 1.53 Million Seconds Later

January 8, 2026 • 5 mins
With enough words spoken to fill the Harry Potter series three times over, BobWP shares some fun numbers on this 8th year of the podcast.
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Do the Woo / Open Channels FM 2025 Pathway

December 30, 2025 • 16 mins
For Open Channels FM 2025 has been a windy pathway that has led to a sweet spot for us in 2026.
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Delivering Customer Value Through Collaborative Ecosystem Partnerships

December 18, 2025 • 43 mins
In this podcast, Jonathan chats with Sandra from Greyd and Tim from BigScoots about forming strong partnerships in WordPress. They share tips on success, collaboration, and maintaining relationships.
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WordPress 6.9: From Streamlined Content Creation to Powerful Developer Tools

December 11, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode, contributors Akshaya Rane, Birgit Pauli-Haack, and Krupa Nanda discuss the collaborative process behind WordPress 6.9, highlighting features, performance upgrades, and emphasizing community involvement and testing.
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Growth, Hackathons, and Gratitude Lessons from an Eventful 2025

December 9, 2025 • 55 mins
Zach Stepek and Carl Alexander recap their 2025 experiences, highlighting personal growth, industry events, business developments, and health journeys. They emphasize gratitude and reflect on goals for a promising 2026.
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Empowering WordPress Accessibility with Community, Practical Tools, Education, and Real-World Impact

December 3, 2025 • 58 mins
In this episode, host Anne Bovelett sits down with Troy Chaplin, a well-known figure in the WordPress community and an advocate for web accessibility. Together, they dive into the importance of accessibility in web development, sharing personal stories about what sparked their passion for the topic and how it has influenced their careers. You’ll hear […]
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Open Channels FM Founder’s Podcast Tech Stack

November 26, 2025 • 16 mins
BobWP is back sharing his podcast gear and software tips for all podcasters, offering insights on mics, interfaces, and AI tools to streamline production.
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Open Tabs

November 19, 2025 • 26 mins
Bob and Nathan explore the chaos of browser tabs. One hoards thousands, while the other balances life with two. Tune in for witty banter, tech quirks, and questionable life advice.
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Building a Culture of Openness and Growth Around Accessibility in Tech

November 12, 2025 • 39 mins
In this episode, Anne Bovelett discusses web accessibility with Marc Haunschild, emphasizing its benefits and challenges. They provide practical advice for developers, advocate for diverse teams, and promote small, iterative changes toward inclusivity.
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Episode 700 and The Biggest Lesson Learned With a Rebrand

October 30, 2025 • 9 mins
As we hit 700 episodes, BobWP catches us up on the rebrand.
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Episode Milestones and Back Behind the Mic

October 28, 2025 • 3 mins
Bob’s gearing up for episode 700. He reflects on milestones, announces the end of solo episodes, and hints at more guest chats ahead.
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Transforming Website Analytics for WordPress Users with a Privacy-First Approach

October 21, 2025 • 24 mins
In this episode, Adam chats with the creators of Independent Analytics, a WordPress plugin focusing on user-friendly, privacy-oriented website stats. They highlight its benefits over Google Analytics and upcoming features.
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How Great Storytelling Builds Brand Loyalty and Differentiates Products

October 14, 2025 • 31 mins
In this episode, Rae and Adam dig into why storytelling is key for brands to shine in WordPress, sharing tips on connection, differentiation, and authentic messaging.
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Bootstrapping a Successful WordPress Business Through Customer Feedback and Iteration

October 9, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode, Mark chats with Aurelio Volle from WPUmbrella about his journey in creating a WordPress management tool, maintaining customer focus, and the importance of community and transparency in business growth.
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How Decentralized Social Platforms Grew from Identica to Modern-Day Mastodon

October 7, 2025 • 48 mins
Matthias Pfefferle discusses the Fediverse's origins and evolution with Evan Prodromou, highlighting decentralized social networks, protocols, privacy, and the future of federated systems.
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Surviving the WordPress Plugin Grind Growth, Marketing and Overcoming Burnout

September 30, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode, guest Devin Walker discusses his transition from corporate IT to successful WordPress plugin development, focusing on GiveWP, WP Rollback, and lessons learned about business and community engagement.
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Discovering the Future of AI and Customer Success at CloudFest USA

September 24, 2025 • 20 mins
In this episode, Adam talks with Jess Frick and Jeff Paul about their panels at CloudFest USA 2025. They discuss customer success in WordPress hosting, AI integrations, and the event's highlights, offering fun insights.
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Lessons from Blogging and the Evolution of the Open Web

September 23, 2025 • 74 mins
In this episode of Fediverse Flows, Matthias Pfefferle chats with Dave Winer about the open web's evolution, emphasizing interoperability, linking, and decentralized publishing, while discussing challenges faced by contemporary platforms.
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From Print Design to Podcasting, the Scenic Route to Creativity

September 16, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, BobWP shares the launching his blog and podcast, Bob's Wild Pathways, filled with honest stories and insights from his creative adventures.
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The Changing Face of the WordPress Media Landscape and Its Impact on Brands

September 11, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode, Rae Morey and Adam Weeks dissect the intricate WordPress media landscape, discussing content types, monetization strategies, and effective marketing approaches for creators and companies alike.
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