Channel 4
Channel 4 is where the real conversations happen. From candid chats with people who have something worth saying, to deep dives into the platforms, tools, and infrastructure that shape the open web. Wide-angle or close-up, it all connects back to open source and the people building it. It unfolds through a growing collection of series, each one a little different, none of them overproduced. A little humor, a lot of insights, and something worth your time. Because every podcast network needs a Channel 4.
All Episodes
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#778
Fame Then and Now – How the Internet Changed What It Means to Be Known
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: Fame Then and Now – How the Internet Changed What It Means to Be KnownBob and Nathan dissect fame, revealing it’s often more a glorious prison than a prize, making anonymity sound downright luxurious.
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#776
A Journey Back to Enjoying Web Development and Personal Blogging
Guest(s): Simon KraftHost(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: A Journey Back to Enjoying Web Development and Personal BloggingIn this episode, Bob and Simon discuss the creative ups and downs of building personal websites, overcoming perfectionism, and finding joy in fun coding projects as part of the indie web journey.
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#767
Revisiting What Matters Most
Host(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Revisiting What Matters MostIn this episode, Bob Dunn recaps six months of key themes, highlighting the surge in AI discussions, ongoing debates about the open web, and WordPress’s enduring relevance, while embracing honest dialogue.
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#764
WordCamp Europe Takeaways: Community Vibes, Tech Advancements and Smarter Tools
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: WordCamp Europe Takeaways: Community Vibes, Tech Advancements and Smarter ToolsThis Open Channels FM episode from WordCamp Europe discusses the event’s vibrant atmosphere, the integration of AI in WordPress workflows, and the positive community outlook on evolving technology and opportunities.
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#761
Open Tabs: Lists Over Grids, AI-Assisted Content & A Global Tech Read
Host(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Open Tabs: Lists Over Grids, AI-Assisted Content & A Global Tech ReadBob Dunn launches “Open Tabs,” sharing business insights while discussing his new design preferences, the importance of human touch in podcasting, efficient content repurposing with AI, and recommending restofworld.org.
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#758
Artificial [fill in the blank]
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: Artificial [fill in the blank]AI: super-smart guesser or just a robot with a flair for the dramatic? Join our hosts as they grill gadgets, predict the future, and ponder if their devices need bedtime stories.
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#718
Hey, What Do You Think About the Internet (and What We Might Have Lost)?
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: Hey, What Do You Think About the Internet (and What We Might Have Lost)?Nathan and Bob reminisce about the “good ol’ days” pre-internet, lamenting over lost patience and tactile experiences while praising modern conveniences. It’s a nostalgic roast of technology’s double-edged sword.
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#702
Open Tabs
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: Open TabsBob 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.