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Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with someone who has been everywhere and knows that great things happen at 7-Eleven. In my latest chat I had the pleasure of speaking with Emma Young, who never fails to surprise with her fascinating stories and adventurous life. Currently, she’s in La Manga, Spain, escaping the Lithuanian winter in a quiet beach town. Emma’s journey is as varied as it...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with an influential publisher in the WordPress Community who knows just about everyone and everything.  I had the pleasure of speaking with Birgit Pauli-Haack, someone I deeply admire for her contributions to the WordPress community. We began by diving into her background, starting with her studies at the University of Munich, where she majored in busin...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with a graduate of the University of Tasmania who got a degree in journalism and computer science and knows how life can change with the flick of a finger. I had the pleasure of chatting with Rae Morey, who shared some fascinating insights about her life and work. We started off with a geography lesson, as Rae explained that she was born in Devonport, T...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with a full-time Mom who owns a full-time web design agency. In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Ann Marie Gill. We started off by getting to know each other, as we had just met, and I was intrigued to learn about how she met her husband. Annemarie shared the charming story of working on small cruise ships in Alaska after college, where...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with a born entrepreneurwho had an unquenchable thirst to learn technology at a very early age. In this episode of Seriously, Bud , I had the pleasure of speaking with Vikas Singhal, the founder of InstaWP. We started off with a light-hearted discussion about a vivid dream Vikas had recently, where he found himself stuck in a tiring time loop. This unus...

Send us Fan Mail  An unexpected conversation with a legendary WordPress podcaster, blogger, WP historian and all around great guy. Here’s my chat with Jeff Chandler to explore various aspects of his life. We started with Jeff’s upbringing in Cleveland, Ohio, and moved through his education and early career. Jeff shared his brief stint in the Air Force, describing how it was quite different from wh...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with someone who was homeschooled and has one of the youngest voices in the WordPress Community. In this interview, I had the pleasure of talking with Sophia DeRosia, where we began by discussing her name preferences and how close family members affectionately call her “Sophie.” Sophia shared some of her early childhood memories, including her first reco...

Send us Fan Mail A conversation with a thoughtful guy who would have been Marco Polo if he could have been someone else. Here I had the pleasure of chatting with James Giroux, who shared his unique journey and diverse interests. We kicked things off by discussing James’s unexpected connection to Korean culture, which all started when he hosted a Korean international student. This experience sparke...

Send us Fan Mail A conversation with a self-made guy who is about to co-lead his first WordCamp. In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Howard Spaeth, the co-leader of WordCamp Montclair and founder of H Grant Designs. We began by diving into Howard’s role in organizing WordCamp Montclair, where he shared all the exciting details about the schedule, topics, and registration. Howard’s...

Send us Fan Mail  A conversation with the sassiest person in the WordPress Community. In this lively conversation, I had the pleasure of chatting with Christine Clauder, who is known for her humor and candidness. We kicked things off by discussing her self-proclaimed sassy nature, which, as she admits, sometimes leads to misunderstandings. Christine opened up about her struggles with anxiety and h...

Send us Fan Mail  A conversation with a woman known for her teaching skills and care for the WordPress Community In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Courtney Robertson, where we dive into her background, upbringing, and professional journey. We start off with a lighthearted introduction before Courtney shares her roots in Shippensburg and Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, highlighting t...

Send us Fan Mail  A conversation with a guy who lives in the centre of the universe and knows a few things about podcasting. In this episode I sit down with Rob Cairns to cover a wide range of topics, from his childhood experiences to his professional career and personal life. We start by exploring Rob’s upbringing, particularly the cultural shifts he experienced moving from Quebec to Ontario duri...

Send us Fan Mail  A conversation with a brilliant developer who's also a nurturing Father.  In this episode, I sit down with Mark for an in-depth conversation about his life and career. We kick things off as I prepare for the recording, expressing my anticipation for the questions I’ve lined up. The conversation begins with Mark sharing his background, including his parents’ history, his upbr...

Send us Fan Mail  A conversation with an irrepressible personality who connects everyone to everyone. In this engaging conversation, I had the pleasure of interviewing Michelle Frechette for my podcast. Michelle shared some delightful anecdotes from her childhood, including her earliest memory and the many moves her family made due to her father’s job. She took me through her school years, where s...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a WordPress rock star in every sense of the word. In this episode of the podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Vito Peleg for an engaging and insightful conversation. We started off with a warm welcome, and I couldn’t be happier to have Vito on the show. Vito shared his incredible journey from Tel Aviv to London, driven by his dream of becomin...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a Michigander who brings love and joy to the WordPress Community. In this interview, I have a wonderful conversation with Cate DeRosia, where we explore various aspects of her life, from her experiences and contributions within the WordPress community to her childhood memories and family dynamics. Cate starts by sharing her earliest memory, a vivid...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a fellow WordPress podcaster who has a voice I can listen to all day. I n this lively chat, I sit down with Cami MacNamara to explore her personal and professional journey. We kick things off with the sweet story of how she met her husband in Lake Tahoe after a concert—a chance encounter that blossomed into marriage. Their wedding reception was even...

Send us Fan Mail An unexpected conversation with a guy who is more than someone who works for GoDaddy. In my debut episode of “Seriously BUD?,” I sit down with Marcus Burnette for a lively and engaging conversation. Even though it’s my first podcast, Marcus guides me through the discussion with such humor and ease that it feels like a natural flow. We start by exploring Marcus’s background, beginn...

Send us Fan Mail My daughter Bree gives me, her Dad, Bud Kraus an introduction as I take a few minutes to explains what Seriously, BUD? is about.