Open Channels FM: BackTalk on Digital Patience, the Power of Story, Platform Longevity, and What Your Brand Says When You’re Not in the Room

BackTalk on topics like website wait times, storytelling in case studies, platform longevity, and brand positioning in today’s digital landscape.​ 

WordPress.org blog: WordPress 7.0 “Armstrong”

Every WordPress release celebrates an artist who has made an indelible mark on the world of music. Say Hello to WordPress 7.0 “Armstrong”, named in honor of “Satchmo” himself, jazz musician Louis Armstrong. Known as the “first great jazz soloist”, Louis Armstrong created ensembles that highlighted his own profound trumpeting skills, and in the process, […]

What’s New in WordPress 7.0? (Features & Screenshots)

WordPress 7.0 is finally here 🥳, and we’ve been testing it since the early beta. It’s the first major release of 2026, and it’s a big one, with a brand-new AI Connectors screen, responsive block controls, and a refreshed admin experience that makes the dashboard feel like a modern web app. Whether you run a […]

Open Channels FM: Artificial [fill in the blank]

AI: super-smart guesser or just a robot with a flair for the dramatic? Join our hosts as they grill gadgets, predict the future, and ponder if their devices need bedtime stories.​ 

#217 – Leonardo Losovic on Affordable and Accurate WordPress Translations Using AI

Transcript [00:00:19] Nathan Wrigley: Welcome to the Jukebox podcast from WP Tavern. My name is Nathan Wrigley. Jukebox is a podcast which is dedicated to all things WordPress, the people, the events, the plugins, the blocks, the themes, and in this case, how to create affordable and accurate WordPress translations using AI. If you’d like […]

Open Channels FM: News on the Do the Woo Podcast

« Do the Woo » is now a standalone podcast at dothewoo.com. Subscribe for new episodes, extensive show notes, and upcoming features while archives remain on Open Channels FM.​ 

Open Channels FM: Elevate Your Brand With Authentic Case Studies That Resonate

In this Open Makers episode, host Adam Weeks and guest Elena Yovcheva-Tileva discuss crafting impactful case studies. They emphasize storytelling, client involvement, and practical strategies for creating narratives that highlight successful outcomes, boosting trust and engagement.​ 

Introducing ActiveLayer: AI-Powered Spam Protection for WordPress

Want better spam protection for your WordPress forms without frustrating your visitors? Imagine your contact forms, signup forms, and comments could block spam without having to show a single CAPTCHA to your real visitors. They fill out the form, hit submit, and move on. No puzzles, friction, or lost leads. Sadly, most spam tools take […]

Greg Ziółkowski: Memory in WordPress core: building on Guidelines

When I wrote about WordPress Core AI 7.1 planning a few weeks ago, I called Guidelines my top personal priority and mentioned memories and skills as future primitives this work would unlock. This post explains what I mean by memory in this context, why I think it belongs in core rather than in a plugin, […]

Open Channels FM: The Power of Human Connection in Modern Marketing

In today’s digital landscape, where messages and advertisements bombard us from every direction, it is easy to feel lost in the noise. Gaining real attention is more challenging than ever, and many marketers and entrepreneurs find themselves wondering: how do you stand out when everyone is shouting at once? A recurring theme that emerges is […]