Do the Woo - A WooCommerce Podcast

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It's about WooCommerce, and of course, eCommerce. Co-hosts BobWP and Brad Williams talk everything Woo plus other news in eCommerce that might affect your WooCommerce online store.

Bob Dunn aka BobWP


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    Latest episodes from Do the Woo - A WooCommerce Podcast

    News on the Do the Woo Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 2:49


    "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.

    Elevate Your Brand With Authentic Case Studies That Resonate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 29:51


    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.

    Challenges and Wins of Developer Advocacy Plus OpenTelemetry and Neurodiversity in Modern Tech

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 53:08


    In this episode, hostsCarl Alexander and guest Diana Todia discuss neurodiversity in tech and the role of Developer Relations, emphasizing the importance of community support, open source contributions, and the growing significance of OpenTelemetry for observability.

    Revisiting Web Intents and the Ongoing Challenges of Decentralized Web Services

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 93:10


    In a conversation about the future of the open web, Paul Kinlan and Matthias Pfefferle explore the challenges of decentralized identity, interoperability, and potential solutions like Web Intents, advocating for user-centric systems.

    TYPO3's Unique Structure and Global Expansion in Open Source CMS

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 35:55


    TYPO3, an open-source CMS, is distinguished by its community-driven governance, robust support, and innovative technology. Version 14 focuses on enhancing user experience and expanding into North America.

    Building Business Fortitude and Creativity in Digital Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 29:12


    This episode of Open Channels FM emphasizes fortitude in business, highlighting tenacity, creativity, and resilience as key to breaking through digital noise and getting noticed, with practical advice.

    Navigating AI Integration and Ethics in Open Source Communities

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 47:02


    In this episode, Derek Hanson chats with Kimberly Pace Becker about AI's intersection with language and technology, emphasizing ethics, diverse perspectives, and responsible integration in digital tools.

    Rethinking Plugins With a Single License for an Expanding Library

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 50:52


    In this episode, hosts Bob Dunn and Cami McNamara discuss WellPlayedWP, a unique subscription service for WordPress plugins launched by Marcus Burnette. The service focuses on innovative, user-driven plugin development, addressing gaps in existing solutions.

    The Power of Smaller Ecommerce Events for Building Strong Communities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 61:12


    In today's e-commerce landscape, small conferences are becoming powerful spaces for genuine conversations, meaningful networking, and practical takeaways

    Live at CloudFest: Ecommerce With New Caching for Better Conversions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 8:26


    Site speed is crucial for e-commerce success; delays lead to cart abandonment, especially on mobile. Experts discuss caching solutions and user experience improvements to enhance conversion rates.

    Boosting Store Productivity with AI-Driven Automations and Workflow Integrations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 48:03


    In this episode, co-hosts discuss WooCommerce automation with expert James Collins, emphasizing how tools like Zapier streamline tasks, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency through practical automation examples and AI advancements.

    Podcasting 2.0: The Open Source Movement Reshaping How We Create and Consume Audio

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 45:26


    This episode explores Podcasting 2.0, highlighting community-driven enhancements to RSS, the balance of distribution platforms, and evolving podcast formats.

    Keeping It Open, Contributing to Open Channels FM

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 5:42


    Bob Dunn introduces "Keep It Open," an initiative fostering independence and sustainability for an honest open web, encouraging community contributions without rewards, just genuine support.

    Lessons from Two Decades of Open Source and the Social Internet

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 63:37


    In this episode, host Matthias Pfefferle chats with software engineer Will Norris, discussing his extensive contributions to open standards, federated identity, and open source, particularly within the WordPress ecosystem and the evolution of decentralized social networking.

    How Hosting Companies Empower Agencies Through Effective Partnerships

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 18:37


    In this episode, Adam Weeks and Carrie Smaha discuss agency partner programs, emphasizing ongoing commissions, risk management, and building trust.

    The Evergreen Platform

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 24:02


    In this episode, Adam Weeks discusses a partnership between Servebolt and Crowd Favorite, focusing on innovative enterprise solutions. The partnership aims to address complex technological challenges, enabling businesses to prioritize growth over maintenance.

    Professionalizing Pricing Models for Open Source CMS Businesses

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 28:05


    In this episode, Anne Bovelett chats with Dr. Christian Kurze discuss strategies for startups in open source CMS, emphasizing structured sales and sustainable monetization.

    Self-hosted WordPress Optimized Runtime on Docker (SWORD)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 6:52


    In the CloudFest Hackathon, Jan Willem shared his team's project, SWORD, a self-hosted control panel for WordPress, highlighting collaboration, technical challenges, and team spirit.

    WEB Responsibility Scanner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 4:56


    Ekaterina Streltsova introduced the BEP Responsibility Scanner at CloudFest Hackathon, addressing web sustainability, accessibility issues, and legal compliance, emphasizing the need for open-source solutions.

    WP Plugin Insight

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 7:49


    Javier Casares and Mark Heijnen discuss WP Plugin Insight, a project enhancing WordPress plugin discovery through AI-driven analysis of compatibility, security, and translations.

    FAIR Package Management for TYPO3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 15:07


    Key figures from the FAIR TYPO3 hackathon discuss the platform-agnostic FAIR protocol, its integration with TYPO3, and advancements in digital goods distribution across multiple systems.

    Building Better Web Security Through Layered Strategies and Collaboration

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 35:37


    In this episode, host Adam Weeks discusses cybersecurity strategies with Andrew Killen, Aaron Campbell, and Mart Virkus, exploring the collaboration essential for addressing evolving cyber threats.

    Latest Jetpack Social Updates and the Return of X Integration for WordPress Users

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2026 33:02


    In this episode, Derek Hanson chats with Devin Walker about Jetpack Social updates, including interface redesign, Twitter integration, AI features, and upcoming WordPress 7.0 enhancements for WordPress users.

    TestAlly for Developers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 10:16


    The Hackathon team discusses their AI tool, TestAlly, focusing on improving accessibility for developers while enhancing collaboration and business benefits.

    How AI and Cloud Tools Are Transforming WooCommerce Development and Testing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 42:16


    In this episode, Derek talks with WooCommerce's Brian Coords about how AI is reshaping e-commerce, from automating tasks to enhancing flexibility for developers and merchants. Brian shares insights on using AI for better workflows and community engagement.

    Building Trust at Scale and Navigating Agency Challenges in the Age of AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 33:35


    In this episode, Adam and Marc discuss agency challenges in digital marketing, focusing on AI's impact, client expectations, and the importance of communication and efficiency in managing multiple websites.

    It’s Channel 4, Literally

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 4:34


    Welcome to Channel 4, where Bob Dunn finally found a home for offbeat chats after sleepless nights. It's the podcasting wild card.

    Connecting Decentralized Social Networks and Rethinking Interoperability

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 58:07


    In this chat, Matthias and Ryan dive into Ryan's journey building tools like Bridgy to connect decentralized networks, emphasizing the importance of interoperability and community in the open web.

    The Evolution of Hosting Security Standards and the Impact on Emerging Technologies

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 56:19


    In this episode, hosts dive into ethical hosting with expert David Snead, discussing transparency, data sovereignty, tech challenges, and how regulations are reshaping the industry.

    Behind the Scenes at CloudFest Europe's Playground for Cloud, Security, and Hosting Innovation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 39:45


    In this episode Soeren, Myles and Robert discuss CloudFest 2026, highlighting its unique amusement park setting, various networking opportunities, and some new features for attendees.

    Navigating the Future of Partnerships and AI in the Open Web

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 61:56


    Zach Stepek and Carl Alexander discuss the changing landscape of partnerships and web development communities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, genuine support, and the impact of AI on sustainable business relationships.

    The Checkout Summit

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 51:11


    In this episode, James Kemp, Katie Keith, and Rodolfo Melogli discuss the revival of in-person WooCommerce events like Checkout Summit, the influence of AI on businesses, and community value.

    What's New at CloudFest Hackathon 2026: Trends, Changes, and Creative Energy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 45:24


    In this episode enjoy a chat about the CloudFest Hackathon 2026's history, future initiatives, and community engagement, emphasizing inclusivity, mentorship, and project sustainability.

    Open Channels New YouTube Channel and Newsletter

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 4:39


    Host Bob Dunn announces a new YouTube channel and a new newsletter and roundup.

    An Inside Look at Building Consistent Brand Experience in the Digital Ecosystem

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 34:52


    In this episode, Adam Weeks interviews Jessica Malamud, who discusses Elementor's significant rebranding efforts to better reflect its innovation and community engagement, focusing on elements like design, storytelling, and brand consistency.

    Building Better Habits for Freelancers and Creators

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 21:07


    Bob and Cami discuss balancing good and bad habits, focusing on productivity strategies, managing distractions like social media, and fostering community, while preparing for future podcast topics.

    Navigating AI’s Impact on the Open Web, Freedom, and the Future of Technology

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 50:45


    In their Open Web Conversations podcast, Dave Lockie and Robert Jacobi banter about the evolving AI landscape, exploring challenges and opportunities related to technology, open source, and the future of work while emphasizing the importance of innovation, privacy, and digital freedom.

    How AI and the Open Web Are Evolving WooCommerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 56:53


    In this episode hosts Katie and James discuss WooCommerce and AI with guest James LePage, exploring new features, tools, protocols, and the future of e-commerce.

    Hey, What Do You Think About the Internet (and What We Might Have Lost)?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 39:05


    Nathan and Bob reminisce about the "good ol' days" pre-internet, lamenting over lost patience and tactile experiences while praising modern conveniences. It's a nostalgic roast of technology's double-edged sword.

    Navigating Tech Shifts, Expanding Your Developer Toolkit

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 50:25


    Zach Stepek and Carl Alexander discuss winter challenges, work-life balance, and AI's impact on coding. They emphasize the importance of diversifying skills and adapting to tech changes for career longevity.

    From Open Source Debates to Hosted Solutions and UI Challenges with WooCommerce Evolutions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 62:52


    In this episode guest Beau Lebens and hosts James and Katie chat about key WooCommerce topics, including community concerns, competitive advantages, AI developments, and the future of the WooCommerce ecosystem.

    Underfunded PHP Tools: A Global Business Threat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 44:51


    In this episode of Open Web, host Anne chats with Juliette, the sole maintainer of PHP_CodeSniffer. They dive into the challenges of maintaining crucial open-source projects, funding issues, and AI's impact on software development.

    Growing Agency Success with People-Centric Values and Open Source Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 61:59


    In this episode, Anne Bovelett chats with Rahul Bansal and Aviral Mittal from rtCamp, highlighting the agency's growth since 2009, commitment to accessibility, and innovative training programs in WordPress.

    Open Channels FM v7.0 Release

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 13:23


    In this episode, BobWP announces the release of Open Channels FM version 7.0, detailing significant updates, rebranding changes, new hosting voices, and improved sponsorship strategies for a revamped podcast experience.

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    Matt Mullenweg Discusses Challenges and Growth in Modern Ecommerce

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 60:18


    In this episode hosts discuss WooCommerce's evolution with Matt Mullenweg, exploring its advantages, community impact, and future innovations.

    Making Accessibility Fun and Brain-Friendly for Web Developers and Designers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 36:08


    In this episode, Anne Bovelett chats with Gehirngerecht founders Nina Jameson and Tobias Roppelt, discussing their mission to promote digital accessibility through engaging workshops and tools.

    Eight Years and 1.53 Million Seconds Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 5:36


    With enough words spoken to fill the Harry Potter series three times over, BobWP shares some fun numbers on this 8th year of the podcast.

    Do the Woo / Open Channels FM 2025 Pathway

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 16:37


    For Open Channels FM 2025 has been a windy pathway that has led to a sweet spot for us in 2026.

    Delivering Customer Value Through Collaborative Ecosystem Partnerships

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 43:57


    In this podcast, Jonathan chats with Sandra from Greyd and Tim from BigScoots about forming strong partnerships in WordPress. They share tips on success, collaboration, and maintaining relationships.

    A Reboot of Do the Woo Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 17:42


    The "Do the Woo" podcast is returning, focusing on WooCommerce insights, featuring industry leaders. It will include lively discussions, audience Q&As, and monthly episodes with hosts James Kemp and Katie Keith.

    WordPress 6.9: From Streamlined Content Creation to Powerful Developer Tools

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 59:27


    In this episode, contributors Akshaya Rane, Birgit Pauli-Haack, and Krupa Nanda discuss the collaborative process behind WordPress 6.9, highlighting features, performance upgrades, and emphasizing community involvement and testing.

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