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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#564
A Conversation with the Head of Engineering on WooCommerce 2024 and Beyond
Guest(s): Beau LebensHost(s): Jonathan WoldListen/Show Notes/Transcript: A Conversation with the Head of Engineering on WooCommerce 2024 and BeyondIn this episode, host Jonathan chats with Beau Lebens about WooCommerce’s evolution, integration within WordPress, backward compatibility, and future plans to enhance merchant experiences.
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#563
WooCommerce Innovations in Order and Payment Processing
Host(s): James KempListen/Show Notes/Transcript: WooCommerce Innovations in Order and Payment ProcessingJames Kemp from WooCommerce discusses ongoing improvements in order management with Beka Rice and Patrick Garman. They emphasize enhancing fulfillment processes, shipment tracking, and payment handling.
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#562
Exploring Accessibility and Neurodiversity in WordPress
Guest(s): Anne-Mieke BovelettHost(s): Birgit OlzemListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Exploring Accessibility and Neurodiversity in WordPressIn this episode of The WordPress Way, host Birgit chats with accessibility expert Anne Mieke Bovelett, discussing her ADHD journey, digital accessibility importance, and inclusive web design practices that benefit everyone.
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#561
WordPress Accessibility Day 2024
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: WordPress Accessibility Day 2024Michelle Frechette hosts a conversation with organizers Ryan Bracey and Sarah Kornblum about the upcoming WordPress Accessibility Day event, emphasizing the importance of web accessibility for everyone and inviting participation.
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#560
The Ultimate Guide to WooCommerce Hosting: Performance, Support, and Growth
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: The Ultimate Guide to WooCommerce Hosting: Performance, Support, and GrowthMarcel and Mike drill into the key hosting aspects for WooCommerce stores impacting performance, sales, support importance, resource balances, caching, security, scalability, backups, monitoring, and staging environments.
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#559
A Blog for the Community, by the Community
Host(s): Bob DunnListen/Show Notes/Transcript: A Blog for the Community, by the CommunityBobWP records from WordCampUS, sharing updates on the blog’s soft relaunch and plans for future community engagement.
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#558
Behind the Scenes of Reviving WordCamp in Australia
Guest(s): Wil BrownHost(s): Devin MaeztriListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Behind the Scenes of Reviving WordCamp in AustraliaIn this episode Devin chats with lead organizer Wil Brown about the return of WordCamp Sydney after a five-year hiatus.
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#557
Enterprise-Scale WordPress in the Modern Ecosystem
Guest(s): James GirouxListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Enterprise-Scale WordPress in the Modern EcosystemBrad, Tom and James dive into the evolution of WordPress for large organizations, emphasizing the need for enterprise influencers and thought leadership to drive adoption.
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#556
Mastering Asynchronous Communication in Remote Teams
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: Mastering Asynchronous Communication in Remote TeamsIn this episode Adam and Emma discuss asynchronous communication, emphasizing clarity, over-communicating, strategic emoji use, and the importance of switching to real-time conversations when necessary.
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#555
Highlighting 3 AI Projects Happening at Automattic
Guest(s): Thomas ShellbergHost(s): Dave LockieListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Highlighting 3 AI Projects Happening at AutomatticAutomattic’s current AI projects include the Jetpack AI Assistant for content creation, Odie chatbot for support, and Big Sky for website building. These aim to simplify tasks and improve user experience, especially for small businesses.
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#554
AI, Adaptability, and the Future of WooCommerce Insights
Listen/Show Notes/Transcript: AI, Adaptability, and the Future of WooCommerce InsightsThis episode features Gigi J. Kizhakkechethipuzha and Steve Tamulewicz discussing eCommerce, AI, and adaptability in the industry.
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#553
Inclusivity, Community Trust, and Fair Pay for Freelancers
Host(s): Birgit OlzemListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Inclusivity, Community Trust, and Fair Pay for FreelancersHost Birgit chats with Megan Rose and Mike Conley on fostering inclusive open source environments, including code of conduct processes and diversity efforts.