For long-form interviews, news, and commentary about the WordPress ecosystem. This is the companion show to The WP Minute, your favorite 5-minutes of WordPress news every week.
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Helping bloggers, podcasters, and online business entrepreneurs grow their business! Host Pete McPherson chats with the world's TOP creators, including names like Seth Godin, Michelle Schroeder-Gardner, Neil Patel, Matt Mullenweg (creator of WordPress), John Lee Dumas, and way more.Topics include blogging (duh), SEO, affiliate marketing, podcasting, and monetization (especially digital products and FUNNELS!). ;)
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Matt Mullenweg, cofounder of WordPress and CEO of Automattic, embarks on a journey to understand the future of work. Having built his own company with no offices and more than 1,300 employees in 76 countries, speaking 95 different languages, Mullenweg examines the benefits and challenges of distributed work and recruiting talented people around the globe.
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deep dive into Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) businesses. World of DaaS is a podcast for data enthusiasts, by data enthusiasts, where Auren Hoffman talks to business and technology leaders about all things data - building it, acquiring it, analyzing it, and everything in between.
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Leaders are learners. The best leaders never stop working to make themselves better. The Learning Leader Show Is series of conversations with the world's most thoughtful leaders. Entrepreneurs, CEO's, World-Class Athletes, Coaches, Best-Selling Authors, and much more.
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The WP Minute brings you news about WordPress in under 5 minutes -- every week! Follow The WP Minute for the WordPress headlines before you get lost in the headlines. Hosted by Matt Medeiros, host of The Matt Report podcast.
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WP-Tonic is a podcast for WordPress professionals and Bootstrap SaaS startup entrepreneurs or anybody looking to build a business online. We cover a large number of areas with our main show. We interview some creative WordPress and startup entrepreneurs plus online experts who, with their insights, can help you build your online business. Jonathan Denwood and Kurt von Ahnen host and produce the WP-Tonic podcast, which is one of the longest-running WordPress podcasts. Each episode brings you ...
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The Hacking UI podcast is hosted by Sagi Shrieber and David Tintner, a designer and developer who are also both entrepreneurs, bloggers, productivity/time-hacking maniacs, and all around tech geeks. The first season of the podcast is titled ‘Scaling a Design Team’, in which they speak with design leaders from top notch companies like Facebook, Apple, Invision, and Intercom, to discuss various team structures, responsibilities, and workflows. After quitting their day jobs to work full time on ...
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Muck Rack & Shorty Awards cofounder/CEO Greg Galant interviews the world's best entrepreneurs and creators, including the founders of LinkedIn, The Vanguard Group, Yelp, Brooklyn Brewery, Trello, Twitter and Stack Overflow.
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The award winning Big Web Show features special guests and topics like web publishing, art direction, content strategy, typography, web technology, and more. It's everything web that matters. Hosted by Jeffrey Zeldman.
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Reacting to the TechCrunch Disrupt Connie Loizos interview with Matt Mullenweg
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Say thanks and learn more about our podcast sponsor Omnisend. In this episode of The WP Minute, Brian Coords and I unpacked Matt Mullenweg's recent interview at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 with Connie Loizos. What struck me most was how this wasn't just another tech conference appearance - it was a deep dive into the ongoing controversy between Automat…
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#941 - WP-Tonic Show: What Are Some of The Biggest Challenges Agencies Face
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What Are Some of The Biggest Challenges Digital Agencies Face in 2024 Challenges agencies face daily can hinder success. Discover the top obstacles and practical solutions to help your agency thrive in a competitive market. This insightful video delves into the most significant challenges agencies face in today’s fast-paced landscape. From navigati…
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Morning Brew founder Alex Lieberman - what B2B marketers get wrong
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Alex Lieberman is the co-founder of Morning Brew, a business newsletter with over 4 million subscribers. Alex founded Morning Brew in his dorm room and sold a majority stake to Business Insider for $75 million in 2020. In this episode, Alex and Auren discuss: Why B2B marketing is broken The future of influencer marketing Finding purpose after the e…
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Say thanks and learn more about our podcast sponsor Omnisend. In this episode, I sat down with Raquel Manriquez, Community Manager at Elegant Themes, to discuss her exciting new venture - PressConf. This event is a spiritual successor to the legendary Pressnomics conference, which was a cornerstone event for WordPress business professionals. Raquel…
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609: Eric Jorgenson (CEO of Scribe) - The Obsessive Genius, Flawless Fundamentals, Building Mountains of Leverage, The Power of Writing, All Things Naval, & Manifesting Your Dream Job
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Go to www.LearningLeader.com for the full show notes of The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk. Eric Jorgenson is the CEO of Scribe Media, the largest Professional Publisher. He’s also the author of The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: A Guide to Wealth and Happiness and The Anthology of Balaji. His books have sold over 1 million copies and have been t…
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X stinks + a dead simple strategy [Pete's Roundup]
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In this episode, Pete dives into tools you should (and shouldn't) bother with, holiday promotions, and a bizarrely inspiring look at ROCK LOBSTER. Plus, an easy traffic strategy you haven't tried, a spicy Twitter/X rant, and a killer Black Friday bundle reveal. ;) LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED: Grammarly Premium B-52s "Rock Lobster" on SNL Ryan Holid…
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#940 - WP-Tonic Show: How To Sell Paid Discovery The Right Way
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How To Sell Paid Discovery The Right Way With Special Guest Laura Elizabeth, Founder of Client-Portal Learn how to sell Paid Discovery with confidence! Explore essential tactics and insights to boost your success in the marketplace now. Are you struggling to sell paid discovery effectively? Our informative video breaks down the essential steps for …
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Altana CEO Evan Smith - Supply Chains, China, and Globalization 2.0
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Evan Smith is the co-founder and CEO of Altana, a global supply chain management platform. Altana is one of the newest freight tech unicorns out there– they recently raised $200mm in a Series C round that valued the company at over a billion dollars. In this episode, Evan and Auren discuss: Why "Globalization 2.0" is replacing free trade How Russia…
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Say thanks and learn more about our podcast sponsor Omnisend. On the latest episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Roger Williams from Kinsta. Roger shared his journey into the WordPress space, starting from his early days building websites for clients to his current role heading up content at Kinsta. We discussed th…
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608: Anthony Pompliano - (How To Live an Extraordinary Life) Luck Is Not Real, Surround Yourself With Compounders, Fire Your Boring Friends, Get On The Plane, Practice Simplicity, & Taking Big Risks608 ...
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Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes Read our book, The Score That Matters https://amzn.to/3Yrxfj8 Notes Luck is not real – “Luck is something we conjure in our minds to grapple with the consequences of whatever life may throw our way. Luck is a physiological concept. It’s determined by how we view a situation. Academic studies show tha…
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Subject "Meme War" marketing playbook(!), conquer overwhelm 💪 [Pete's Roundup]
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In today's show: Quick N' Dirty Review - Sendy (self-hosted email marketing!) Quick Tip - I deleted 40K emails Strategy ➡️ 2 opposite strategies to fight OVERWHELM Podcast ➡️ "Meme War" Marketing Playbook Archive ➡️ Podcast Gear for Beginners Video ➡️ I made a tool to manage affiliate links! Thread ➡️ "Monetizing your hobbies is not normal" Now ➡️ …
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#939 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show With Special Guests Brian Casel, Devin Walker and Marc Benzakein
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Tune into WP-Tonic's Monthly Round Table Show for engaging WordPress News and Tech News! Don’t miss out on expert discussions and trends. In this month's edition of WP-Tonic's Round Table Show, we bring together top professionals from the WordPress community to share their insights on pressing tech topics! Learn about essential updates, practical s…
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Windfall CEO Arup Banerjee - Real Data on the Ultra Wealthy
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Arup Banerjee is the co-founder and CEO of Windfall, a data company that estimates the net worth of every American. In this episode of World of DaaS, Arup and Auren discuss: Why accurate wealth data is so difficult to come by The best indicators of high net worth Common misconceptions about wealth distribution Building data co-ops Looking for more …
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607: Dr. Meg Meeker - How to Raise Tough, Resilient, Hard-Working, & Kind Children (Author of Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters)
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Full show notes at www.LearningLeader.com The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk Read our book, The Score That Matters https://amzn.to/48nSff1 Dr. Meg Meeker has spent more than thirty years practicing pediatric and adolescent medicine and counseling teens and parents. Dr. Meeker is a popular speaker and bestselling author of several books, includ…
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#938 - WP-Tonic Show: The Importance of Positioning For Agency Owners
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Agency owners: Unlock the power of positioning! Learn strategies to differentiate your agency and drive growth in a competitive market. Positioning is crucial for any successful agency owner looking to thrive in today’s fast-paced market. This informative podcast explains why a clear position can transform client perceptions and drive business grow…
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Sam Parr - Raising Normal Kids After a Major Exit
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Sam Parr is the co-host of My First Million podcast and the founder of Hampton, a community of entrepreneurs and founders. Sam previously founded The Hustle, a business and tech newsletter that was acquired by HubSpot for reportedly $27 million in 2021. In this episode of World of DaaS, Sam and Auren discuss: Branding strategies for tech founders D…
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606: Jack Carr - Writing Thrillers (The Terminal List), Working with Chris Pratt, Fighting Wars as a Navy SEAL, Putting In The Work, & Never Missing an Opportunity To Make Someone's Day
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Full show notes at www.LearningLeader.com Read our book, The Score That Matters https://amzn.to/3NszPAg Jack Carr is a former Navy SEAL who for 20 years led special operations teams as a Team Leader, Platoon Commander, Troop Commander, and Task Unit Commander. Jack is also the #1 New York Times Best Selling author of 8 books and his debut novel, Th…
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Tomas Pueyo - Uncharted Territories: From Physical Geography to AI
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Tomas Pueyo is the author of the Uncharted Territories blog, where he analyzes global trends in technology, politics, and economics. Tomas gained international recognition in 2020 for his data-driven analysis of the COVID-19 pandemic, with his articles reaching over 40 million views and being translated into more than 40 languages. In this episode …
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#937 - WP-Tonic Show: What Are Opportunities And Challengers For WordPress in 2025
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Special Guest Katie Keith, Founder & CEO of Barn2 Plugins We discussed how Katie got into WordPress and her thoughts on where she feels WordPress is going in the last quarter of 2024. #1 - So, Katie, what is your background? How did you get involved in the semi-crazy WordPress world? #2 - What are some of the most significant opportunities in chall…
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From Freelancing to Product Success w/ Laura Elizabeth
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Say thanks and learn more about our podcast sponsor Omnisend. In this episode of WP Minute+, I sat down with Laura Elizabeth, founder of Client Portal, a WordPress plugin that helps freelancers and agencies manage client communications and deliverables. Laura's journey from freelance web designer to successful product creator offers valuable insigh…
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605: Seth Godin - How To Be Remarkable, Create a Strategy, Build a Tribe, Develop Taste, Lead Others, & Leave a Dent in The World
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The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk Full show notes at www.LearningLeader.com My books: Welcome to Management - https://amzn.to/3XWyZAH The Pursuit of Excellence - https://amzn.to/4eX9vtP The Score That Matters - https://amzn.to/3zPub7Z Seth Godin is the author of 21 international bestsellers that have changed the way people think about work an…
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Is blogging dead + steal my code(!) [Pete's Roundup]
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Lots of handy resources for creators & entrepreneurs today! LINKS: I built an AI chatbot in 20 mins: https://youtu.be/9-QokO5hK5Y My code: https://github.com/petemcpherson/rut How to Fight Back Against a Traffic-Less Web: https://sparktoro.com/blog/how-to-fight-back-against-a-traffic-less-web/ Hackers are destroying the Internet's history book righ…
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#936 - WP-Tonic Show : Matt Mullenweg The Merchant of Chaos & Complexity?
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The Merchant of Complexity What's Wrong With WordPress And How Can It Be Fixed? We had a great conversation with Marc Benzakein about WordPress and Matt Mullenweg's future. What's wrong with WordPress? Discover common issues and effective fixes to enhance your site’s performance. Unlock your site's potential today. Join us as we uncover the signifi…
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Rethinking Open Source w/ John O'Nolan of Ghost
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Say thanks and learn more about our podcast sponsor Omnisend. In this episode of WP Minute+, I sat down with John O'Nolan, founder and CEO of Ghost, to discuss the open-source publishing platform and how it compares to WordPress in light of recent controversies. John's unique perspective as a former WordPress core team member and now leader of a co…
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Ramp CEO Eric Glyman - The Hidden Incentives Shaping Banking and Fintech
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Eric Glyman is the co-founder and CEO of Ramp, a financial operations platform. Ramp is one of the fastest growing startups in history, reaching $100M ARR in just three years. Prior to Ramp, Eric co-founded Paribus, a consumer finance app acquired by Capital One in 2016. In this episode of World of DaaS, Auren and Eric discuss: Corporate spending t…
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604: Sharon McMahon - A Masterclass In Making American History Fascinating & Fun (Creator of Sharon Says So)
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The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk Full show notes at www.LearningLeader.com My books: Welcome to Management - https://amzn.to/3XWyZAH The Pursuit of Excellence - https://amzn.to/4eX9vtP The Score That Matters - https://amzn.to/3zPub7Z My guest: After years of serving as a high school government and law teacher, Sharon McMahon took her passion…
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Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg: WordPress vs WP Engine
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Matt Mullenweg, CEO of Automattic and founder of WordPress on the ongoing trademark dispute between WordPress and WP Engine, a hosting company owned by private equity firm Silver Lake. Matt Socials: Twitter: https://x.com/photomatt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattm/ Host Auren Hoffman Socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/auren Substack: …
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What is WordPress doing with SEO? With Jono Alderson
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Say thanks and learn more about our podcast sponsor Omnisend. In this episode of WP Minute+, I sat down with Jono Alderson, an independent technical SEO consultant and former Yoast team member. We dove into the evolving world of SEO, the challenges facing WordPress marketing, and the recent controversies surrounding WordPress.org and WordPress.com.…
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Passwords are boring and annoying. 2-factor auth is even more annoying-er. Today we're diving into PASSKEYS! What they are, how they work, and how they can save you time and energy ;) LINKS & RESOURCES: Here's a link to the Sticky Note image: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C2nUMrWkbyAdLzSl8e46C8Pbgyawd57r/view?usp=sharing Here's the blog post ver…
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Ben Casnocha - Flaws as Assets: Unconventional Talent Spotting
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Ben Casnocha is a cofounder and partner at Village Global, an early-stage venture capital firm backed by tech luminaries including Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, and Mark Zuckerberg. He was also chief of staff to Reid Hoffman and co-authored two best selling books with him, “The Alliance” and “The Startup of You.” In this episode of World of DaaS, Ben and…
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#935 -WP-Tonic Show: We Discuss Matt Mullenweg's Interview With Theo Browne. The Future of WordPress
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#935 - WP-Tonic Show: We Discuss Matt Mullenweg's Interview With Theo Browne. The Future of WordPress With Special Guest Spencer Forman In this show, we analyze the exchange between Matt Mullenweg and Theo Browne about current developments in WordPress and open-source initiatives. They discuss critical issues such as user experience enhancements an…
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#934 - WP-Tonic Show:The Journey from 4 employees to 110 lessons learned
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We interviewed the founder of WPManageNinja Shahjahan Jewel, a WordPress enthusiast and entrepreneur. Shahjahan Jewel The Journey from 4 employees to 110 lessons learned #1 - Jewel, can you give the audience some background information how and how you got into web design and development, including WordPress? #2 - Bangladesh recently has face some d…
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603: Michael Easter - How To Fix Your Craving Mindset and Rewire Your Habits to Thrive with Enough... "Have Fun, Don't Die, Read Books, & Do Strange Things"
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Read our book, The Score That Matters https://amzn.to/3XxHi7p Full show notes at www.LearningLeader.com Michael Easter’s investigations have taken him to meet with monks in ancient monasteries in Bhutan, lost tribes in the jungles of Bolivia, US Special Forces soldiers in undisclosed locations, gene scientists in Iceland, CEOs in Fortune-500 boardr…
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Click here to follow the WP Minute+ podcast. It's where all of the podcast episodes have been going. In today's episode I'm sharing additional thoughts on Automattic vs WP Engine and where I stand with covering it. ★ Support this podcast ★By Matt Report & Matt Medeiros
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Aff Tracker (new tool), new YT channel, Steve Irwin, & more [Pete's Roundup]
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LOTS of fun & helpful stuff for fans of the internet! Aff Tracker: https://afftracker.co/ Steve Irwin video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77ZRgyN9WsY codes with ai YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@codeswithai?sub_confirmation=1 Sticky Note Series (WiFi) Twitter thread: https://x.com/doyouevenblog/status/1839637978500505872 Cancel Threat…
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Say thanks and learn more about our podcast sponsor Omnisend. In this episode of WP Minute+, I sat down with Noel Tock, co-founder of Human Made, a leading Enterprise WordPress agency. We dove into the recent explosive events between Automattic and WP Engine, exploring the implications for the WordPress community and the potential for an independen…
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Matt Clifford: Entrepreneur First - Ambition and Power
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Matt Clifford is the co-founder and chair of Entrepreneur First, a global talent investor that has helped create over 500 companies worth more than $10 billion. He’s also the founding chair of the Advanced Research and Invention Agency, the UK’s answer to DARPA. In this episode of World of DaaS, Matt and Auren discuss: Investing in talent Traits of…
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#933 -WP-Tonic Show:Matt Mullenweg vs WP-Engine
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Matt Mullenweg vs, WP-Engine #933 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show With Special Guests We discuss Matt Mullenweg's controversial remarks at WCUS 2024 and his actions against WP-Engine, some online criticism of the online "launch" of Etch, and a load of other stuff connected to the most exciting stories in WordPress and tec…
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