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Thomas Raef, founder of We Watch Your Website and WordPress security specialist, describes scaling malware remediation and training AI with hundreds of thousands of samples. He discusses stolen credentials, device compromise, log streaming for forensics, AI-powered attacks and defenses, behavioral detection, and practical mitigations like passkeys and 2FA.

Rhys Wynne, a Welsh WordPress developer focused on performance and plugins, and Marc Benzakein, MainWP marketing lead, discuss blogging and owning your content. They cover WordPress education programs, recent updates like 6.9.1 and a Wayback Machine plugin. The conversation also digs into AI in WordPress, meetup formats, and community dynamics.

In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with podcasting veteran Seth Goldstein about his 15+ years in the industry. They discuss how easy podcasting has become, the importance of having a plan and process, and how podcasts can serve brands and businesses beyond immediate monetisation. Seth shares insights on podcast production, discoverability, the role of websites and WordPress, pitfalls of AI-generated podcasts, and why authentic personality keeps listeners engaged. They also touch on the value of process documentation, niche audiences, and why starting small and staying consistent is key to podcast success.

Carl Alexander, creator of Ymir, builds serverless PHP/WordPress tools for scalable uptime. Paul Carter, co-founder of Built Fast, packages scalable hosting, security and tooling for partners. They discuss Ymir’s technical benefits, how Built Fast integrates and polishes the platform, invisible SaaS‑level uptime expectations, reducing host pain points, and enabling large WooCommerce and LMS sites to scale reliably.

Marcus Burnett, WordPress builder and community organizer at Bluehost; Marc Benzakein, partnerships lead focused on agency workflows; Jess Frick, hosting leader experienced in WordPress infrastructure. They discuss the new centralized WordPress education hub, trust in companies and people across the ecosystem, the role and costs of AI in WordPress, WordPress 6.9.1 timing, and lighter community stories about corgis and alligators.

Taylor Drayson, a young WordPress pro known for innovative projects like WP Extended and Snippet Club, shares his inspiring journey into web development. He discusses how his father's self-employment influenced his career choices and the importance of community in WordPress. The conversation dives into WordPress's tech debt and its appeal to younger audiences, along with insights on creating modular plugins that address real agency needs. Taylor also reflects on the evolution of youth engagement in the platform and the diverse global demographics shaping its future.

Andrew Palmer, hosting lead at Atarim, and Marcus Burnette from Bluehost, share their insights on the future of AI in WordPress. They discuss upcoming changes with WordPress 7.0 and the dropping of older PHP support. The conversation dives into the implications of AI-generated plugins, community roles, and shifts in event management. Another highlight includes the decline in Stack Overflow traffic due to AI usage, raising concerns about community-driven content. The panel also emphasizes the importance of adaptation as trends evolve in the WordPress ecosystem.

In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with Michael Campanella, a professional photographer and developer of the Folio Blocks WordPress gallery plugin. They explore the plugin’s visual gallery options, including grid, justified, masonry, carousel, video, and a unique modular gallery, designed to offer photographers greater creative control. The discussion covers Folio Blocks’ deep integration with the block editor, features like taxonomy-based filtering, WooCommerce integration for sales, easy image downloads, and its pricing structure. Michael shares insights on why he built the plugin and highlights its strengths for users needing powerful, modern media galleries on WordPress. Check it out...

Come and join us LIVE for the This Week in WordPress show. This week I'm with Michelle Frechette, Anne-Mieke Bovelett, Marc Benzakein and we're going to be going over the last 7 days in the WordPress space. This episode covers recent WordPress news and trends, with a strong focus on accessibility, including actionable insights for improving SEO and user experience. It explores plugin market changes, collaboration tools, and AI’s impact on the community and development workflows. Discussion highlights include practical advice for building accessible sites, reflections on plugin sales and irreplaceability, emerging tools for WordPress optimisation, and upcoming WordPress events across the globe. The show gets into adaptability, community strength, and ongoing opportunities in the WordPress ecosystem despite technological shifts. Check it out...

In this discussion, Dave Foy, an educator and web designer who creates WordPress courses, shares his journey from traditional teaching to innovative online training. He highlights the urgency of keeping tech courses current amidst frequent software updates and the pitfalls of perfectionism that lead to burnout. Dave unveils his transition to live cohort teaching, which fosters accountability and community, enhancing student success. He discusses the benefits of real-time learning and how his hybrid model balances core lessons with engaging Q&A sessions.