Open Channels FM
Open Channels FM covers open source and the open web across four shows. Open Web Conversations is about where things are headed. Open Makers is about the work of building. Open Channels News covers what happened, fast. Channel 4 is for everything else worth talking about. Different formats, same focus, told straight.
All Episodes
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#672
Generalists, Pricing Advice, and AI’s Role in Development
Guest(s): Jason CosperListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Generalists, Pricing Advice, and AI’s Role in DevelopmentIn this episode 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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How to Pitch Tech Stories That Matter
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: How to Pitch Tech Stories That MatterIn this 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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#670
WordPress Community Growth Through Alternative Gatherings and New Event Formats
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: WordPress Community Growth Through Alternative Gatherings and New Event FormatsThis episode of Open Event Talk discusses non-official WordPress events, emphasizing grassroots initiatives like Alt Ctrl Org that foster inclusive conversations and broaden community engagement.
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#669
The Evolving Landscape of Core Contribution and Company Sponsorship
Guest(s): Tim MonnerListen/Show Notes/Transcript: The Evolving Landscape of Core Contribution and Company SponsorshipIn 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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#668
Rebranding, Site Updates, and What’s Next for OpenChannels FM
Host(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Rebranding, Site Updates, and What’s Next for OpenChannels FMBobWP discusses the rebranding of Open Channels FM to encompass broader topics beyond WooCommerce. He highlights a newsletter, and enhanced subscription options for improved listener experience.
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#667
Transparency, Community, and the Human Touch When Selling Products
Guest(s): Miriam SchwabListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Transparency, Community, and the Human Touch When Selling ProductsIn 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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#666
A Journey Integrating AI Agents in WordPress Using MCP
Guest(s): Tihomir DmitrovićHost(s): Dave LockieListen/Show Notes/Transcript: A Journey Integrating AI Agents in WordPress Using MCPIn 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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#665
How to Tell If Your WordPress News Is Really Newsworthy
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: How to Tell If Your WordPress News Is Really NewsworthyIn 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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#664
Wrapping Up the Rebrand Series
Host(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Wrapping Up the Rebrand SeriesBobWP 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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#663
Amplifying Open Source
Host(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Amplifying Open SourceBob’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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#662
A Look at Content Sparks Show
Host(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: A Look at Content Sparks ShowIn today’s episode, host BobWP discusses day five of the rebranding series on OpenChannel FM, introducing “Content Sparks.” This new show provides practical insights on creating engaging digital content without burnout, covering various essential topics.
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#661
Our New Show WP Voices
Host(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Our New Show WP VoicesBobWP 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.