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Exploring WordPress, Textcasting, and Open Web Standards Join Matthias Pfefferle and Dave Winer as they explore the evolution of the open web, emphasizing interoperability and the power of WordPress.

Exploring WordPress, Textcasting, and Open Web Standards https://openchannels.fm/exploring-wordpress-textcasting-and-open-web-standards/

Focus and Partnerships for Thriving in the WordPress Plugin Ecosystem Join Mark Westguard as he chats with Devin Walker, exploring his journey from corporate IT to successful WordPress plugin developer.

Focus and Partnerships for Thriving in the WordPress Plugin Ecosystem https://openchannels.fm/surviving-the-wordpress-plugin-grind-growth-marketing-and-overcoming-burnout/

The Open Source Community and U.S. Public Policy As the full-time Senior U.S. Policy Manager, my role at OSI is to educate policymakers about the benefits of Open Source software, track policy developments at the state and federal level, and ultimately, ensure that Open Source developers can continue doing their work.

The Open Source Community and U.S. Public Policy – Open Source Initiative https://opensource.org/blog/the-open-source-community-and-u-s-public-policy

How a Global Cake Brand Was Built Using WooCommerce and Open Source Communities Discover Precious Gough's inspiring journey from nurse to entrepreneur, crafting unique cakes in a jar with WordPress and WooCommerce.

How a Global Cake Brand Was Built Using WooCommerce and Open Source Communities https://openchannels.fm/how-a-global-cake-brand-was-built-using-woocommerce-and-open-source-communities/

Episode 700 and The Biggest Lesson Learned With a Rebrand https://openchannels.fm/episode-700-and-the-biggest-lesson-learned-with-a-rebrand/

5 Real-World Ways to Build Consistent Creation Habits https://openchannels.fm/5-real-world-ways-to-build-consistent-creation-habits/

How a Camping Trip Illustrates the Power of Storytelling in Tech Discover how storytelling can elevate your brand's connection with customers based on Rae Morey's camping trip insights. Learn to stand out!

How a Camping Trip Illustrates the Power of Storytelling in Tech https://openchannels.fm/how-a-camping-trip-illustrates-the-power-of-storytelling-in-tech/

Episode Milestones and Back Behind the Mic https://openchannels.fm/episode-milestones-and-back-behind-the-mic/

Python Foundation declines substantial grant The Python Software Foundation (PSF) is withdrawing its application for a $1.5 million (€1.3 million) grant from the US National Science Foundation (NSF).

Python Foundation declines substantial grant - Techzine Global www.techzine.eu/news/privacy...

The Open Web, A History of an Ideal https://openchannels.fm/the-open-web-a-history-of-an-ideal/

Gutenberg Changelog #123 - WordPress 6.9 and Gutenberg 21.9 - Gutenberg Times Birgit Pauli-Haack and Isabel Brison discuss WordPress 6.9 and Gutenberg 21.9

Gutenberg Changelog #123 - WordPress 6.9 and Gutenberg 21.9 - Gutenberg Times https://gutenbergtimes.com/podcast/gutenberg-changelog-123-wordpress-6-9-and-gutenberg-21-9/

Participate in the 2026 State of Open Source Survey The Open Source Initiative (OSI) is once again partnering with Perforce OpenLogic & Zend, in collaboration with the Eclipse Foundation, for the 2026 State of Open Source Survey, the industry’s most comprehensive study of global Open Source adoption trends.

Participate in the 2026 State of Open Source Survey – Open Source Initiative https://opensource.org/blog/participate-in-the-2026-state-of-open-source-survey

12 Tips for WordPress Businesses Navigating the WordPress Media Landscape https://openchannels.fm/12-tips-for-wordpress-businesses-navigating-the-wordpress-media-landscape/

The Power of Customer Support and Building Relationships in SaaS Discover how strong customer support is the foundation of a successful SaaS business.

The Power of Customer Support and Building Relationships in SaaS https://openchannels.fm/the-power-of-customer-support-and-building-relationships-in-saas/

Transforming Website Analytics for WordPress Users with a Privacy-First Approach https://openchannels.fm/transforming-website-analytics-for-wordpress-users-with-a-privacy-first-approach/

Why Linking and Permalinks Are the Backbone of the Open Web https://openchannels.fm/why-linking-and-permalinks-are-the-backbone-of-the-open-web/

Agentic AI: The Next Evolution for WordPress Websites? https://openchannels.fm/agentic-ai-the-next-evolution-for-wordpress-websites/

Best Practices for Asynchronous Communication in Remote Teams https://openchannels.fm/best-practices-for-asynchronous-communication-in-remote-teams/

Focus and Partnerships for Thriving in the WordPress Plugin Ecosystem Join Mark Westguard as he chats with Devin Walker, exploring his journey from corporate IT to successful WordPress plugin developer.

Focus and Partnerships for Thriving in the WordPress Plugin Ecosystem https://openchannels.fm/surviving-the-wordpress-plugin-grind-growth-marketing-and-overcoming-burnout/

Why Focus Matters When Building a Successful WordPress Plugin Business https://openchannels.fm/why-focus-matters-when-building-a-successful-wordpress-plugin-business/

How Great Storytelling Builds Brand Loyalty and Differentiates Products https://openchannels.fm/how-great-storytelling-builds-brand-loyalty-and-differentiates-products/

Gutenberg Changelog #122 - Gutenberg 21.8 and WordPress 6.9 - Gutenberg Times In episode 122 of the GT Changelog podcast, host Birgit Pauli-Haack is joined by Beth Soderbergh, CEO of bethink Studio, to discuss the latest updates in Gutenberg 21.8 and WordPress 6.9. The conversation kicks off with reminiscing about past WordCamp experiences and transitions into a deep dive on block themes, evolving design tools, and the…

Gutenberg Changelog #122 - Gutenberg 21.8 and WordPress 6.9 - Gutenberg Times https://gutenbergtimes.com/podcast/gutenberg-changelog-122-gutenberg-21-8-and-wordpress-6-9/

Open Source Initiative Executive Director search begins OSI is now opening its search for a new executive director. We are greatly appreciative of Maffulli’s work over the last four years and look forward to what our next ED will build upon his foundation.

Open Source Initiative Executive Director search begins – Open Source Initiative https://opensource.org/blog/open-source-initiative-executive-director-search-begins

Bootstrapping a Successful WordPress Business Through Customer Feedback and Iteration https://openchannels.fm/bootstrapping-a-successful-wordpress-business-through-customer-feedback-and-iteration/

From Home Kitchen to International Orders with WordPress and WooCommerce http://localhost:10089/from-home-kitchen-to-international-orders/

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Exploring WordPress, Textcasting, and Open Web Standards https://openchannels.fm/exploring-wordpress-textcasting-and-open-web-standards/

How Decentralized Social Platforms Grew from Identica to Modern-Day Mastodon Join Matthias Pfefferle and Evan Prodromou as they explore the evolution of decentralized social networks and the future of the Fediverse.

New in our Federated Flow series. Host @pfefferle.org chats with @evanprodromou.threads.net.ap.brid.gy

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Lessons From Building and Managing Multiple WordPress Plugins https://openchannels.fm/lessons-from-building-and-managing-multiple-wordpress-plugins/

Bridging WordPress and the Cloud Industry at CloudFest USA in Miami https://openchannels.fm/bridging-wordpress-and-the-cloud-industry-at-cloudfest-usa-in-miami/