Guest inquiry
Want to be a guest?
We look for conversationalists who want to talk about what is happening now and into the future of open source and the open web.
What Open Web Conversations is about
They are conversations, not interviews, and not a stage for pitching a product, service, or launch. We’re interested in the thinking behind open source and the open web, and technology more generally: where things stand, where they’re headed, and what’s actually shaping that path, technical, political, or cultural.
You’re welcome to mention what you’re working on as part of the conversation. It just won’t be the point of it.
You’re a good fit if:
• You have a perspective on open source, the open web, or technology more broadly, and you’re willing to talk through it, not just present it
• You’re comfortable with a conversation that might wander or lead in a direction that isn’t in your knowledge base
• You care about the “why” and “where’s this going” as much as the “what”, you’re not just here to announce something
• You’re open to a realistic take, including the parts of tech that aren’t going well
• You’re fine with a little humor and an unscripted feel, this isn’t overproduced
We’re not the right fit if:
• You’re looking for a platform to promote a product launch, funding round, or “newest thing”
• Your story is mainly “here’s what I built and why”, we’ve moved away from that format
• You want a scripted set of talking points rather than an actual conversation
• You’re doing a podcast tour and this is one stop among many for the same pitch
• You’re looking to get into the drama in tech, or you’re just looking for a place to rant
Let’s start here…
Conversations on OpenChannels.fm are editorially curated. We don’t accept pitches or submissions from podcast booking services or third-party representatives. This helps us keep conversations personal, aligned, and grounded in genuine interest rather than promotion. If you’re reaching out directly and feel there’s a meaningful conversation to be had, we’re always happy to listen.
Note: Once you have submitted your interest, this will be shared with all hosts. If one of our hosts finds that your pitch fits, you will hear back from us.
