Open Channels FM: The Cost of Convenience How AI Agents and Security Initiatives Challenge Control
AI agents handle daily tasks and IBM and Red Hat invest billions in open source software security.
Open Channels FM: Open Stacks, Federation, and the Changing Landscape of Software
Hosts Robert Jacobi and Dave Lockie have a conversation about AI impacts, open source priorities, data privacy, and emerging alternative network technologies
How to Accept Deposits and Partial Payments in WordPress (No WooCommerce)
Learn how to collect a deposit now and the balance later on your WordPress site with Stripe and WP Full Pay. No WooCommerce, no code, no chasing invoices! The post…
Open Channels FM: Introducing Open Source Champions
A new way to back Open Channels FM and put your voice into the conversation — not a sponsorship, a statement of support with real presence on the network.
Gutenberg Times: The WordPress 7.2 release squad, WordCamp World, Playground meets WebMCP, and more—Weekend Edition 376
Howdy, If you’re a regular reader, you might be wondering why I’m in your inbox instead of Birgit. She’s off on a well-earned three-month sabbatical and handed over editorial duties…
How to Create a WordPress Contact Form Without a Form Plugin
Skip the single-purpose form plugin. Learn how to build a quote-request form with email routing, spam protection, and autoresponders using Otter Blocks. The post How to Create a WordPress Contact…
Matt: Major Life Announcement
I know everyone has been waiting to hear what’s been going on behind the scenes, so I’m just going to lay it out: I’ve made an offer to buy Ryan…
Open Channels FM: Why Authentic Voices Matter in the Open Web
Bob Dunn shares why he keeps his podcast personal and authentic, emphasizing content made by real people for real listeners.
Open Channels FM: When a Company and a Project Aren’t the Same Thing
Automattic’s leadership changed this week. WordPress.org says its priorities haven’t. What that split reveals about the difference between a company and a project.
Open Channels FM: Episode 800, Open Source Champions
Episode 800 marks a milestone and presents details about Open Source Champions and community support.