Seriously, BUD?

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a bootstrapping serial entrepreneur who is always looking for something new to do. In this episode, Andrew Palmer shares details about his complex personal life and entrepreneurial journey. He begins by discussing his familial relationships, highlighting his connections with an ex-wife and an ex-partner. He maintains a friendly relationship with his...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a woman from Kherson, Ukraine, trying to stay safe while running a WordPress business in the middle of a war. This episode features an interview with Anna Hurko, a Ukrainian currently in Romania due to the war in her homeland. Host Bud welcomes Anna, acknowledging his mispronunciation of her name and discusses her experiences during the war and her...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation between me, myself, and I as I put a bow on my first year as a podcaster. 

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a young entrepreneur who is never going to work a day in his life. The podcast episode titled "40 - Adrian Tobey" features a conversation between Bud and Adrian Tobey. Bud starts the episode by asking Adrian about fixing foundation cracks with expansion polyurethane foam, leading to Adrian recounting how he tackled a water leakage issue in...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation between two guys who know what it's like to struggle with mental illness. This episode of "Seriously Bud" features a heartfelt conversation between Bud and Cory Miller. The dialogue opens with Bud welcoming Cory and discussing their mutual unfamiliarity, leading into talks about Cory's origins in Oklahoma City and connections with not...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with an outgoing introvert who lives in the middle of nowhere. Aaron Campbell appeared on "Seriously Bud" and discussed his journey as an outgoing introvert, clarifying that being shy and being introverted are not the same. Aaron finds social interactions rewarding but also exhausting, and emphasized the importance of understanding one's o...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a woman who is Tuscan forever, no matter where she lives. In this episode, Piccia Neri dives into the unique aspects of her name and her life journey. She starts by explaining how her name, which isn't her official name, often garners intrigue, particularly because it doesn't exist in Italy. Despite living in multiple countries, including...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a Michigander who knows a good story when he sees one and can tell a few too. The interview, led by Bud, begins with a discussion about Topher’s adventurous experiences in aviation, including an intriguing anecdote where Topher piloted a plane over the Bering Sea during a mission trip to Alaska. Topher recounts his passion for aviation and aerospace...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with a British expat who's very plugged into the WordPress world. Katie Keith, co-founder of a web design and WordPress plugin business, shares her journey and experiences in an interview with Bud. The conversation starts with her recounting how she met her husband at Sheffield University, transitioning from friends to partners despite their geogra...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a Jersey boy who works persistently to gather up the WordPress Community.   In this episode, Mike and Bud have a casual conversation, delving into their personal histories, college experiences, relationships, and current lives. Bud and Mike's camaraderie is evident throughout as they exchange anecdotes and jest about their shared experiences. M...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a contrarian who defies gravity while he represents the blue collar digital worker. The conversation between Bud and Matt Medeiros offers a fascinating glimpse into Matt's background, interests, and professional journey. Bud welcomes Matt to the show and discovers that Matt lives about an hour south of Boston, close to Providence, Rhode Island....

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a guy who got hired at Yoast because he had no skills. This episode features an engaging conversation between Bud and Taco Verdonschot, who discuss various aspects of Taco's life and work. They begin by acknowledging the challenging Dutch pronunciation of Taco's last name and move into a discussion about his sense of privilege. Taco attrib...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a mid-western entrepreneur who is married to his work. The interview starts with Bud welcoming Hans to the show, asking him about his location, and their mutual interest in Chicago sports. Hans shares that he lives in the suburbs of Chicago and prefers outdoor activities like fishing and camping post-COVID-19. They discuss his previous residence nea...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with an inspiring blogger who tests WordPress software to ensure it works for everyone. On this episode of “Seriously Bud?”, I had the pleasure of chatting with Elena Brescacin, who joined me all the way from Treviso, Italy. We dove into her background and life in a tranquil town near Venice. Elena talked about what it’s like living in such a peaceful pl...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a thoughtful guy who is precise with everything he touches. The interview begins by introducing Rich Tabor, a musician and designer who shares his journey of picking up the electric guitar, which started from playing the acoustic guitar during his college years as a way to connect with a friend and explore creativity. Over time, he's developed...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a Native American who knows how to win people over with a smile. In my conversation with Raquel Manriquez on Seriously Bud , we started with a light-hearted question about swearing. Surprisingly, Raquel didn’t start cursing until she was 38 years old! Raised in a strict evangelical household, where not even “darn” was allowed, swearing was completel...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a Ukrainian refugee who knows a thing or two about fixing homes in Spain.   In my recent conversation with Sabrina Zaden on Seriously Bud , we kicked things off by discussing her latest adventure—using a jackhammer to break through a wall in her house. Sabrina explained how she’s renovating a 124-year-old home in the Spanish countryside, transformin...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a WordPress community builder who fosters diversity with a smile. In my conversation with Samah Nasr, I learned about her deep love for horror movies, a passion she’s carried since her teenage years. She enjoys the thrill and adrenaline rush that these films provide, finding particular enjoyment in movies like The Exorcism of Emily Rose and the Saw...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a LinkedIn Learning WordPress instructor who has a glorious future no matter what she does. In my conversation with Nyasha Green, I learned about her deep roots in Camden, South Carolina, a small town known for its rich history, including the Battle of Camden and its famous Carolina Cup horse races. Despite the charm of her hometown, Nyasha always d...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with an eager beaver Californian who aspires to win a gold medal in Disc Golf. In this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Robby McCullough, co-founder of Beaver Builder and a well-known figure in the WordPress community. I started with a personal question about what has been most gratifying in Robby’s life, which led him to reflect on his profess...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with someone who loves consuming great input so he can give us great output. Reflecting on my conversation with Davinder, I was fascinated by his background and experiences, particularly his deep roots in Punjab, India, where he was born and still lives. Despite being from a region that’s rich in culture and history, Davinder’s journey into the world of...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with a caring, life-long learner who's a Lancaster lass who loves cricket. Reflecting on my conversation with Abha, I was immediately struck by her early memories that centered around music and performance, particularly being in a gang show as a Brownie and participating in plays during primary school. Even as a child, Abha’s love for dance and mus...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with someone who has dedicated his life to something much bigger than himself. I had an enlightening conversation with Marc Benzakein on Seriously Bud , where we dove into the fascinating background of his parents—his father hailing from the Belgian Congo and his mother from Wisconsin. They met in college in the U.S., leading to a family life that inclu...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with a former bartender who was born with a podcaster's voice and is everyone's best friend. recently had the pleasure of chatting with Bob Dunn on Seriously Bud . We jumped right into the heart of his story, recalling the fateful night of September 5th, 1982, when he met his wife, Judy, at a bar in Spokane. It was a quiet night, and Judy had...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with someone who is mature beyond her years and could not be nicer if she tried. I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Svilena Penava on Seriously Bud . Currently living in Sofia, Bulgaria, where she works from home, Svilena is deeply rooted in her Bulgarian heritage. Despite her busy schedule, she took the time to share a bit about her backgroun...