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Rodolfo Melogli: From Sicily Love Story to Digital Nomad to Mr. WooCommerce | Seriously, BUD? Rodolfo Melogli shares his movie-worthy love story from Lipari to Palermo, his pivot from civil engineer to WooCommerce expert, life as an early digital nomad, and the philosophy behind building a thr...

@woocommerce.com I had Mr. WooCommerce himself, Rodolfo Melogli, on Seriously, BUD? to tell me his personal story which includes a love story not to be missed > seriouslybud.com/episode/rodo...

Seriously, BUD is 2 years old

On February 29, 2024, I hit publish on my very first episode – an unexpected conversation with Marcus Burnette.

Ninety-five episodes later – and counting – and I’m still shaking my head. How did this happen?

Hear all 96 episodes > seriouslybud.com/episodes/

Nostalgia vs. Digital: Reflecting on Life Before the Internet Join Nathan Wrigley and BobWP as they reflect on pre-internet nostalgia, exploring how technology has reshaped our patience and experiences.

Hey, What Do You Think About the Internet (and What We Might Have Lost)? openchannels.fm/hey-what-do-...

Eric is proof that all you need to do is have your local newspaper create a link to your teenage website to start a web design career. Hello.

Adam Warner on Reinvention, WordPress, Family Life, and a Fascination with the Unknown Adam Warner shares his journey from career upheaval to WordPress, how he met his wife, what it’s like raising a family while simplifying life, and why space, consciousness, and the unknown still inspi...

@adamwarner.bsky.social had a few things to say about his out-of-body experience and a lot more on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episode/adam...

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Grand Slam. All four of you have been on Seriously, BUD? I am going to attend to make sure all of you behave.

Mark Szymanski on Pittsburgh Roots, WordPress, and Family First Values Mark Szymanski shares stories of growing up in Pittsburgh, discovering WordPress through real estate marketing, and balancing community engagement with personal values as he prepares for fatherhood.

@mjs.bio got the supreme honor of being on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episode/mark...

Good Night 2025: The Year In Review - Seriously, BUD? The truth is, there’s simply no way to do justice to all the incredible guests and conversations featured on Seriously, BUD? this year.

Do you love those year-end reviews like me? I put together the highlights of six Seriously, BUD? 2025 episodes featuring Lesley Sim, Brian Gardner, Cory Miller, Marieke Van de Rakt, Stephanie Hudson, and Robbie Adair. Have a listen. seriouslybud.com/good-night-2... Satisfaction guaranteed.

Didn't I see this somewhere else? Well, I will see it for myself in June 2026. What is this thing anyway? The Porto Pole?

What are your plans for 2026? How is AI impacting what you are thinking? (Sorry, I could not come up with a simple multiple answer for this).

Greetings and a snowy good morning from the Global Headquarters of Seriously, BUD? Perfect day to kick back and listen to past episodes > seriouslybud.com/episodes/

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From Van Life to CEO: The Story of Tom Willmot and Human Made Tom Willmot, CEO of Human Made, shares his inspiring journey from a nomadic childhood in the UK to building one of the most respected WordPress agencies. Hear about his unconventional upbringing, earl...

I was wondering who came up with the great name - Human Made - for a web agency. That's one of many questions answered during my unexpected conversation with CEO @tomwillmot.bsky.social. seriouslybud.com/episode/tom-...

Nice work, Topher!

What would @tomwillmot.bsky.social be doing today if he were not leading @humanmade.com on to greatness? He answers that question and a few others this Friday on Seriously, BUD? Stay tuned.

What? All of these people have something in common. Guess.

This plugin is so damn good, the developer should charge an additional 30% for Black Friday.

If you've ever watched a #WordPress training video on # YouTube, chances are you were watching Jamie Marsland. Here's Jamie in an unexpected conversation about his life on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episdoe/jami...

WordPress Accessibility Day 2025 - WordPress Accessibility Day 2025 WordPress Accessibility Day is a free 24-hour global event dedicated to addressing website accessibility in WordPress. October 15-16, 2025.

I just registered for #WPA11yDay, a free, virtual 24-hour conference on WordPress accessibility taking place October 15-16, and you should too! Get your free ticket at 2025.wpaccessibility.day. #WPAD2025 #WordPress #a11y

Jon Penland’s Unconventional Journey to CEO of Kinsta From selling water pumps in Georgia to running Kinsta as its CEO, Jon Penland shares his inspiring career transformation. He reflects on life in an RV, freelancing in tech, building company operations...

Here's a good one. Jon Penland, the new CEO of @kinsta.bsky.social, and I have a lot more in common than I thought possible. It's way more than just knowing how to write freelance for Kinsta. Hear his full story > seriouslybud.com/episode/jon-...

Jonathan Wold on Gaming, WordPress, and Building Guildenberg %exceJonathan Wold shares his journey from selling baked goods door-to-door with his brothers to becoming a key player in the WordPress community. From his love of gaming and public speaking to co-fou...

My wife Arlene, loved the @jonathanwold.com episode of Seriously, BUD? and said I owe him a semi-public apology for the way I went after him on his hair. Ok, here is my semi-public apology because how uss BS, right? Do check out what my new friend has to say > seriouslybud.com/episode/jona...

Talk about a guy who only has time for family and work (in that order), tomorrow you will hear from @ianmisner.com like you never have before.

Beth Soderberg on WordPress, Mentorship, and Building Empathy in Tech Bud talks with Beth Soderberg about her journey from shy beginnings to becoming a leader in the WordPress community. She shares insights on mentorship, running her agency Bethink Studio, and making…

Bethink founder @bethsoderberg.bsky.social was on the @seriouslybud.bsky.social podcast! She opened up about her #WordPress journey and how mentorship and empathy shape the way she works.

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Things I Learned Listening To Seriously, BUD? - Seriously, BUD? I have the distinct privilege and high honor of listening to every episode of Seriously, BUD? Not once. Not twice. Sometimes three times or more times.

After listening to every episode of Seriously, BUD? multiple times, I’ve picked up more than just stories - they’ve revealed broader truths about identity, culture, and human connection. And that good things can happen at 7-11.

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Beth Soderberg on WordPress, Mentorship, and Building Empathy in Tech Bud talks with Beth Soderberg about her journey from shy beginnings to becoming a leader in the WordPress community. She shares insights on mentorship, running her agency Bethink Studio, and making te...

Honesty, sincerity, integrity, and intelligence. Need I say more about today's unexpected conversation with @bethsoderberg.bsky.social? She inspires me to be a better me. seriouslybud.com/episode/beth...

Very excited to tell you that this Friday, you can hear what @bethsoderberg.bsky.social had to say on Seriously, BUD? This unexpected conversation was a long time coming, and the pleasure was all mine!

Howard Spaeth on WordCamp Montclair, Family Legacy, and Building H Grant Designs | Seriously, BUD? Howard Spaeth shares his journey from family roots and CIA legacy to co-leading WordCamp Montclair and building a successful WordPress agency, H Grant Desig

It's Howard Spaeth's birthday today. No better way to celebrate it than to hear what he had to say about this life on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episode/howa...

Who's coming up this Friday on Seriously, BUD? It's Sandra Kurze's turn.