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Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe Maybe people should spend more time talking about why they stick around profiting off of WordPress rather than just the negatives.  ★ Support this podcast ★

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In the race to forecast the fate of software, pundits are overlooking the operating system. People won't become app builders in the traditional sense, the software will simply appear. Users will create and customize apps for their company, their families, and for themselves based on their needs.  Or not, because who the hell can pred...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this episode, I’m sharing something new we’ve launched at The WP Minute : a free course called Hire Smart & Scope Right: How to Plan Your Next Website Project Built on WordPress The course is designed to help businesses make better decisions before starting a WordPress project. It’s not about which plugins or themes to use. It...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe Matt kicks off 2026 with thoughts on new WP Minute initiatives, WordPress opportunities in the AI era, and where he sees the biggest potential for agencies and freelancers this year. Free Course Launch: Pricing & Scoping WordPress Projects Taught by Eric Kovac (30 years in web development) Covers project requirements, agency sele...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe Someone said they were leaving WordPress for AI. Others said there's a WordPress bubble. Now I'm jumping in with comments. Enjoy!  00:00 Introduction and Context 00:54 Debating WordPress's Versatility 02:50 WordPress in the Agency World 05:43 AI and WordPress: A Complex Relationship 10:30 The Essence of Open Source 13:50 Continuity a...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe Matt discusses the concept of WordPress longevity, touching on his personal journey, the friendships he's made, and how he navigates imposter syndrome within the community. He reflects on the importance of creating sustainable content and the evolution of his projects, all while contemplating the future of WordPress and its community...

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Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe Join me as I reflect on 18 years of dedication to WordPress Media, the WP Minute's professional journey, and the challenges faced from industry practices like purchased YouTube views. Learn about our omnichannel approach, spotlighting successes with team members like Eric and Toby, and the importance of genuine content creation. Disc...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe We are talking about finding meaning in AI. Also I launched a plugin called PodLoom to connect your Transistor.fm account up to WordPress. ★ Support this podcast ★

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this episode, we dive into the evolving WordPress landscape, particularly for business owners—whether you're running an agency, freelancing, or part of a SaaS venture. Explore the shift from a tightly-knit, open community to a more business-focused, competitive environment. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflection 00:31 The Chan...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe We’ve launched our first course at The WP Minute WordPress Hosting Decoded . It’s a free, professional guide that helps freelancers and agency owners make smarter decisions about the hosting platforms they choose for their client projects. This course has been years in the making. It’s built for anyone who works with WordPress, from...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this conversation, Matt Medeiros discusses the dual nature of AI, expressing both excitement and skepticism. He highlights the consolidation of power in the AI industry, questioning the sustainability of current business models and the potential for an over-hyped bubble. He reflects on the implications of AI in content creation an...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this conversation, Matt discusses the evolving landscape of marketing roles, particularly the distinction between specialists and generalists. He expresses concerns about job postings that require a wide range of skills, suggesting that such roles may dilute the concept of specialization. He emphasizes the importance of brand repr...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe Our Matt breaks down Matt Mullenweg’s keynote at WordCamp US 2025! Get the highlights and honest reactions to the most important moments, including: The evolving role of the WordPress community and the “four freedoms” at the heart of open source. Addressing the “elephant in the room” and the impact of recent legal and industry challe...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe Register for Monday August 18th at 1PM EST The Dog Daze of Agency Summer is a live, interactive webinar for WordPress agency owners looking to beat the late-summer slump.  Matt Medeiros, Kurt von Ahnen, and Toby Cryns will share strategies to keep momentum high when client decisions slow down, contracts stall, and teams drift into va...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this conversation, Matt Medeiros discusses the evolution of consulting in the WordPress space, emphasizing the importance of shifting from a 'for you' mentality to a 'with you' mentality in partnerships and collaborations. He highlights the need for deeper connections and understanding between consultants and clients, especially i...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this episode, Matt discusses the concept of a 'WordPress Echo Chamber' prompted by a recent video from Imran Siddiq of Web Squadron and a blog response from Remkus de Vries.  The discussion covers the dynamics of WordPress content creation, the challenges faced by creators, and the perceived gatekeeping within the community. With...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this episode, I take a step back and reflect on what it means to support WordPress professionals in today’s fast-evolving landscape. We've seen the definition of a “WordPress professional” shift significantly since the Gutenberg days. Technology has moved forward, and many of us are finding our roles stretched across WordPress, AI...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this conversation, Matt discusses the evolving landscape of content creation, particularly in the context of AI's growing influence. He emphasizes the importance of personal branding and building trust over time, while exploring how AI can both compete with and complement human content creators. The discussion delves into the qual...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this solo episode of the Matt Report , I explore a concept that’s as exciting as it is frustrating: innovation. I reflect on my experience with Podcasting 2.0—a grassroots, open source movement that parallels WordPress.org in spirit—and how it's slowly reshaping podcast RSS feeds with new, standardized tags. While the tech is mini...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this off-the-cuff response episode, I react to a pointed comment left on a recent YouTube live stream I hosted with Mark Z. Mansky. The topic? AI and its role in the WordPress ecosystem—something I think about a lot both at Gravity Forms and through the work I do with The WP Minute. The commenter, frustrated by AI's use of "stolen...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this episode, I'm addressing the ongoing discussion about AI's impact on jobs, businesses, and particularly, those of us deeply involved in web and content creation. It's easy to get swept up in the fear that AI will soon replace all of our roles—whether you're building websites, editing videos, or crafting copy. But I think it's...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this solo episode, I ask a critical question for WordPress agency owners and freelancers: where do you stand with AI? Are you ignoring it, dabbling with it, or going all in and restructuring your agency around it? It’s time to figure out what kind of role this technology plays in your day-to-day work and how it might shape your fu...

Follow my WordPress newsletter https://thewpminute.com/subscribe In this episode, I’m laying out the foundation for a new initiative I’m calling The Thriving Project . It’s a simple, community-driven effort to refocus the conversation around why WordPress matters —especially in this era of AI hype and increasing web complexity. This isn't a top-down campaign. There’s no committee. It’s just us, th...