

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.
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May 5, 2023 • 18min
Making Money with Open Source Tools
Rob joins me today and chats about how you should still make money building products and services even if you are using a free open source tool.

May 2, 2023 • 27min
From Broadcast Roots to Developer Life
Marcus learns a bit more about TC and his love for the WordPress and WooCommerce community

Apr 28, 2023 • 14min
Powerful WordPress Presentations: Speaker Advice & Techniques
Recently Michelle Freschette launched WPSpeakers.com. A site where you can list yourself as a speaker or find someone of your event.

Apr 25, 2023 • 42min
CloudFest 2023 WordPress Day and a Hackathon
For WordPress and WooCommerce builders, CloudFest might be an option to consider for your conference calendar.

Apr 21, 2023 • 43min
Are You Charging Enough for Your WordPress Website Builds?
In this Friday show we talk about community burnout, the size of larger WordCamps and charging enough for your website builds.

Apr 20, 2023 • 32min
The Journey from Database Developer to Project Manager
Listen in as Prashant from Avalara chats about his journey to WooCommerce and his insights into shop and agency tax compliance.

Apr 14, 2023 • 9min
The Evolution of the Do the Woo Friday Show
It's time to come on our Friday show as a guest co-host.

Apr 4, 2023 • 44min
WordPress Blocks Design, Code & Strategy
The conversation features developers Nyasha Green and Kathy Darling discussing their experiences learning WordPress blocks, the challenges they face, and their aspirations for improved documentation and accessibility.

Mar 28, 2023 • 48min
What to Know About Accessibility Compliance and Best Practices with WordPress
The discussion features Bet Hannon from AccessiCart addressing web accessibility in eCommerce. They cover legalities, WCAG adherence challenges, developer responsibilities, and the necessity of making websites accessible for everyone.

Mar 21, 2023 • 44min
How Community Building Strengthens Employee Engagement
James Giroux from TeamWP joins us to talk about life as a community manager and building employee engagement with TeamWP.


