Open Channels FM
Open Channels FM
OpenChannels FM is a community-powered podcast network where builders, creators, developers, business owners, and community leaders gather to talk about what matters. Across four shows (Open Web Conversations, Open Makers, Do the Woo, and Channel 4) we explore the open web, open source, and the people and ideas driving it forward. One conversation at a time.
Episodes
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Mar 12, 2026 • 56min
The Evolution of Hosting Security Standards and the Impact on Emerging Technologies
In this episode, hosts dive into ethical hosting with expert David Snead, discussing transparency, data sovereignty, tech challenges, and how regulations are reshaping the industry.
Mar 10, 2026 • 40min
Behind the Scenes at CloudFest Europe’s Playground for Cloud, Security, and Hosting Innovation
In this episode Soeren, Myles and Robert discuss CloudFest 2026, highlighting its unique amusement park setting, various networking opportunities, and some new features for attendees.
Mar 5, 2026 • 1h 2min
Navigating the Future of Partnerships and AI in the Open Web
Zach Stepek and Carl Alexander discuss the changing landscape of partnerships and web development communities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, genuine support, and the impact of AI on sustainable business relationships.
Mar 3, 2026 • 45min
What’s New at CloudFest Hackathon 2026: Trends, Changes, and Creative Energy
In this episode enjoy a chat about the CloudFest Hackathon 2026's history, future initiatives, and community engagement, emphasizing inclusivity, mentorship, and project sustainability.
Mar 2, 2026 • 5min
Open Channels New YouTube Channel and Newsletter
Host Bob Dunn announces a new YouTube channel and a new newsletter and roundup.
Feb 19, 2026 • 35min
An Inside Look at Building Consistent Brand Experience in the Digital Ecosystem
In this episode, Adam Weeks interviews Jessica Malamud, who discusses Elementor's significant rebranding efforts to better reflect its innovation and community engagement, focusing on elements like design, storytelling, and brand consistency.
Feb 12, 2026 • 51min
Navigating AI’s Impact on the Open Web, Freedom, and the Future of Technology
In their Open Web Conversations podcast, Dave Lockie and Robert Jacobi banter about the evolving AI landscape, exploring challenges and opportunities related to technology, open source, and the future of work while emphasizing the importance of innovation, privacy, and digital freedom.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 50min
Navigating Tech Shifts, Expanding Your Developer Toolkit
They discuss how AI changed coding workflows and reignited programming passion. They explore expanding skills beyond WordPress into tools like After Effects scripting, Remotion, and Laravel. They debate AI’s productivity gains versus work-life balance risks. They outline practical topics for transitioning frameworks and plans to cover front-end and developer experience this season.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 45min
Underfunded PHP Tools: A Global Business Threat
Juliette Reinders-Folmer, sole maintainer of PHP_CodeSniffer and long-time PHP tooling expert. She discusses the global risks of underfunded PHP tools. They cover maintenance burdens of single maintainers. They explore supply-chain and vetting dangers, funding shortfalls, and why tooling matters at internet scale.
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Jan 22, 2026 • 1h 2min
Growing Agency Success with People-Centric Values and Open Source Education
Rahul Bansal, co-founder and leader at rtCamp, a WordPress agency known for engineering-led solutions and open training. He discusses rtCamp’s growth since 2009. Topics include accessibility practices, open-source training released under CC0, scaling hiring and pay philosophies, remote and async education, and a people-first culture with no-layoff principles.
