Post Status Podcasts

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Cami MacNamara a seasoned web designer and solopreneur. Cami shares insights into her business, Web Cam LLC, and her new initiative, "Web Designer Habits," which aims to help web designers develop productive habits. They discuss the importance of accountability, time management techniques like time blocking and t...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Gen Herres from Easy A11y Guide to discuss web accessibility. Jen shares her background as a developer and her journey in understanding and implementing accessibility standards. She emphasizes the importance of simplifying complex accessibility concepts for clients and offers strategies for agencies to sell acces...

In this special edition of the "Get Hired" podcast, the hosts, including  Nicky Bulmer , co-host Misty Combs , and guest Michelle Frechette , answer listener-submitted questions on job seeking. They discuss how to address job hopping by providing context on resumes, the pros and cons of functional versus chronological resume formats, and strategies for explaining employment gaps. The episode also...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Jono Alderson , an independent technical SEO consultant and WordPress advocate. Jono shares his journey of creating and submitting his first plugin to the WordPress repository, focusing on image optimization for website performance. They discuss the complexities of managing multiple image sizes in WordPress and h...

In this podcast episode, host Michelle Frechette and guests Tamara Niesen and Beau Lebens .  They discuss WooCommerce's recent rebranding, emphasizing the distinction between "Woo" and "WooCommerce." Tamara highlights the importance of community and customer focus in their marketing strategy. Beau outlines the roadmap for WooCommerce, including improvements in core features, payment solutions, and...

In this podcast episode, host Michelle Frechette interviews Mary Hubbard , the newly appointed Executive Director of WordPress. They discuss Mary’s professional journey, including her roles at Automattic and TikTok, and her recent move to the Pacific Northwest. The conversation covers her experiences with e-commerce, technology, and parenting. Mary shares her excitement about the WordPress communi...

In this episode of the "Get Hired" podcast, host  Nicky Bulmer and co-host Michelle Frechette interview Tatiane, an experienced WordPress developer. Tatiane shares her journey in WordPress development, emphasizing her skills in creating and customizing themes and plugins. The discussion covers Tatiane’s approach to handling feedback, collaborating with teams, and optimizing WordPress sites. Nicky...

In this podcast episode, host Michelle Frechette and guest Marcus Burnette discuss the importance of contributing to the WordPress community. Michelle highlights updating WordPress.org profiles and the " Five for the Future " initiative. Marcus introduces his project, The WP World which connects WordPress users by aggregating profile information and event details. They explore features like busine...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Stephanie Hudson from StellarWP about Stellar Pay, a new payment gateway plugin for WordPress users. Stephanie, the Product Marketing Manager, discusses her background in web development and marketing. They explore Stellar Pay's features, including its integration with Stripe, subscription management, and no addi...

In this episode of the "Get Hired" podcast, Nicky Bulmer and Misty Combs interview Corey Maass , a WordPress developer, discuss the hiring process for WordPress developers. Corey shares his extensive experience in WordPress development, emphasizing the importance of community, communication, and continuous improvement. The conversation covers optimizing WordPress sites, handling client feedback, a...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Taco Verdonschot from Progress Planner, a tool designed to gamify WordPress website maintenance. They highlight the tool's features, including its free and upcoming pro versions, and emphasize its role in making website upkeep engaging and fun. Taco announces a limited-time pre-launch sale, offering the planner a...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Ian Stewart , a seasoned WordPress enthusiast and lead at WordPress.com. They discuss Ian's journey with WordPress since 2006 and his role at Automattic. The focus shifts to "Studio," a local development environment for WordPress. Ian highlights Studio's features, including ephemeral sites and an AI assistant, wh...

In this episode, Michelle Frechette chats with Bernard Mayer , the Senior Director of Communications and Creative at Omnisend . Bernard, based in Vilnius, Lithuania, shares his diverse background and insights into Omnisend's innovative marketing strategies, focusing on email and SMS marketing. The discussion highlights the importance of effective customer engagement and the significant impact of a...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Mark Westguard from WS Form . Mark discusses the new styling system and enhanced accessibility features, emphasizing user customization and flexibility. The episode also highlights upcoming events, community engagement, and the importance of user feedback. Top Takeaways WS Form Updates and Community Engagement: M...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Raquel Manriquez and Carol Stambaugh. They discuss their new venture, Press Conf, a conference focused on the business side of WordPress. Raquel, a former community manager for Elegant Themes, and Carol, co-owner of RadiateU, share their motivations for creating this event. They emphasize the need for a business-...

In this episode, Michelle Frechette and Corey Maass discuss their newly developed website, emphasizing its improved design and functionality. They delve into the importance of mobile usability, coherent design, and effective marketing strategies. The conversation also touches on the challenges of reaching their target audience and the significance of language in communication. Additionally, they e...

In this episode, Michelle Frechette and Corey Maass   discuss their ongoing project focused on website and product development. They reflect on their progress, addressing the challenges of balancing time and managing tech debt. The conversation highlights their experiences working with a designer, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and feedback. They also touch on the significan...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Ryan Logan from Influence WP, a platform aimed at fostering connections within the WordPress community. Ryan shares his background in IT and his transition to WordPress, highlighting Influence WP's focus on partnerships and consumer benefits. The platform offers exclusive deals and a unique "bad actor bounty prog...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Maddy Osman, founder of Blogsmith Content Agency and author of "Writing for Humans and Robots." They discuss the importance of developing a unique brand voice in an era dominated by generative AI. Maddy emphasizes the need for clear style guidelines to maintain consistency, especially for brands producing listicl...

In this episode, Michelle Frechette and Corey Maass delve into their experiences with product marketing for a WordPress plugin focused on open graph images. They highlight the significance of customer feedback, better onboarding processes, and innovative marketing strategies inspired by Spotify's year-end wrap-up feature. The discussion is peppered with personal anecdotes and humor, creating a lig...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Topher DeRosa , founder of Hero Press , about his journey and the platform's impact on the WordPress community. They discuss HeroPress's origins, challenges, and successes, highlighting its role in amplifying diverse voices through published essays. Topher shares inspiring stories from contributors worldwide and...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews David Johnson , product owner at Solid WP , to discuss the launch of  Backups Next Gen a rebranded version of Backup Buddy. David shares his background and the evolution of WordPress backup solutions, emphasizing the need for modern, cloud-based infrastructure to enhance performance and security. They delve into...

In this episode, Michelle Frechette and Corey Maass engage in a detailed discussion about their latest WordPress plugin development and marketing strategies. They introduce a new plugin designed to take website screenshots and save them to the media library, emphasizing its user-friendly features and accessibility standards. The conversation shifts to marketing plans for Black Friday, reflecting o...

In this episode, Michelle Frechette and Corey Maass reflect on their experiences at WordCamp US, discussing marketing strategies, product development, and the significance of open graph images for online representation. They share anecdotes from the conference, including interactions with attendees and the challenges of presenting. The conversation delves into personal branding, promotional swag,...

In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Robert Abela from Melapress to discuss WordPress security. They emphasize the importance of adopting security best practices, the challenges faced by website administrators, and the critical role of user training in preventing breaches. Robert shares insights from a survey by Mala Press, revealing common security...