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This week I Talk About Accessibility After Launch [powerpress]
The conversation focused on the rebranding of the WP Community Collective to the WP Open Community Collective (WPOCC) to avoid trademark conflicts and better reflect its broader open source focus. We chat about the current holding pattern in the WordPress community amid ongoing legal and industry uncertainty. We also explore the results of the recent State of the Community survey, highlighting both demographic insights and persistent community concerns. Sé raised points, including the need for unity, support for global contributors, and maintaining WordPress as a meaningful, empowering platform in a rapidly changing tech landscape.
This week I Share My Recap From WordCampUS 2026 [powerpress]
The conversation focused on Livid, a newly launched video hosting platform positioned as a strong alternative to Vimeo, especially for users facing steep price increases following Vimeo's acquisition by Bending Spoons. A key theme that emerged was Livid's streamlined migration tools, including a free exporter and a robust WordPress plugin, making it easy to transfer and replace Vimeo content. The discussion explored customisable player options, flexible privacy controls, showcases for grouping content, and competitive bandwidth and storage pricing. Assurance of stable backing and infrastructure rounded out the deep dive into Livid's value for the WordPress and wider web community.
When Claude Cowork hits a roadblock, it doesn't give up, it writes a custom Python script and downloads an untrusted NPM package just to bypass its restrictions and finish its goal. Are your security tools close enough to stop it? In this episode, Ashish sits down with Michael Leland, VP, Field CTO at Island, to discuss the critical need for an Agentic Control Plane. Michael breaks down why traditional security silos (EDR, DLP, CASB) fail to provide visibility when autonomous AI agents execute tasks outside the network, and why the browser is the ultimate line of defense for monitoring user intent. We explore the massive reality of Shadow AI and the hidden danger of well-intentioned employees accidentally hooking up sensitive data to public LLMs. Finally, Michael shares practical strategies for solving token waste through "model fit steering" and managing the complex "two-hop problem" when an agent calls another agent.Guest Socials - Michael's Linkedin Podcast Twitter - @CloudSecPod If you want to watch videos of this LIVE STREAMED episode and past episodes - Check out our other Cloud Security Social Channels:-Cloud Security Podcast- Youtube- Cloud Security Newsletter If you are interested in AI Security, you can check out our sister podcast - AI Security PodcastQuestions asked:(00:00) Introduction to the Agentic Control Plane(01:50) Michael Leland's Background (Cabletron, Nitro Security, SentinelOne)(03:20) Why Island Evolved from the Browser to the Desktop for AI(05:50) The Failure of Traditional Siloed Security (EDR, DLP, CASB)(07:20) Goal-Oriented AI: How Claude Cowork Downloads Untrusted NPM Packages(08:30) Model Fit Steering: Routing Users to the Right LLM for the Right Price(10:30) The Threat of Malicious AI Skills and Plugins(11:30) The Well-Intentioned Insider Threat (The Next Cambridge Analytica)(13:00) Uncovering Shadow AI: From 8 Tools to 243(15:10) Token Brokering at the MCP Gateway(16:40) Protecting Non-Human Identities (NHI)(18:20) Solving the "Two-Hop" Problem (Agent-to-Agent Communication)(21:00) Fixing Hallucinations with Corporate RAGs(25:40) Calculating AI ROI Beyond "Token Maxing"(28:40) The "You Laugh, You Lose" Cybersecurity Joke Challenge
This week I Talk About If Your WordPress Site AI-Ready? [powerpress]
The conversation focused on WordPress's recent market share decline, with data showing a dip from a 36% peak in 2022 to 33% in 2026. Casey and I discussed the rise of alternative platforms like Shopify and Webflow, the impact of AI-driven site building, and WordPress' marketing challenges compared to competitors. We got into how plugin developers and agencies must reassess products and business models to stay relevant, and explored WordPress' open source advantage and questioned whether renewed emphasis on data ownership could help counter trends threatening community engagement and growth.
Mixing Music with Dee Kei | Audio Production, Technical Tips, & Mindset
This episode starts with a confession: Dee Kei wants a new compressor. Specifically, he's been eyeing the Heritage Audio Grandchild 670N — a $3,000 stereo Fairchild-style compressor in a 5U rack unit that launched in late 2025. From there, the episode opens up into something much more interesting than a gear review.Dee and Lu walk through exactly what makes the original Fairchild 670 so mythologized — the tube count, the time constants, the maintenance costs that make owning one feel like buying a second car you're afraid to drive — and why Heritage Audio's approach of distilling the circuit down to four tubes in an affordable, modern form factor is either brilliant or sacrilegious, depending on who you ask. They break down what the Grandchild 670N actually has on the front panel — DC threshold, AC threshold, sidechain filters, mid-side and stereo linking, true bypass — and why $3,000 for two channels of Fairchild-esque compression is a genuinely different proposition than it was even three years ago.But the most interesting part of the episode isn't the gear. It's what happens when Dee reads from two actual peer-reviewed studies on whether listeners can hear the difference between analog and digital processing at all. The first study tested analog modeling plugins against free non-modeling alternatives across 540 participants — and found that not only did listeners show no preference for the analog mix, the majority who thought they could identify it were wrong. The second covered DAX differences using a loopback method with over 1,300 respondents. The conclusion: people largely can't tell the difference, and the majority who claimed they could were misidentifying what they heard.So why does any of this matter — and why does Dee still want the compressor? The episode lands on something more philosophical than a gear recommendation: the difference between buying hardware because you believe it's objectively better, and buying it as an act of devotion to the craft. Dee draws a sharp distinction between using gear purchases to fill a hole in your love for music versus buying from a place of already loving it deeply — and how Tony Mazzarati still sharpening techniques at his level is proof that the rabbit hole never ends for people who genuinely want to go deeper.Gear talk, research, psychology, and the irrational passion that keeps working engineers working. A lot going on in this one.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT!SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBEJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast' Discord!HIRE DEE KEIHIRE LUHIRE JAMESFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredbyLu @JamesParrishMixesTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredbyLuThe Mixing Music Podcast is sponsored by Izotope, Antares (Auto Tune), Sweetwater, Plugin Boutique, Lauten Audio, Filepass, & CanvaThe Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei, Lu, and James are professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Odetari, 6arelyhuman, Trey Songz, Keyshia Cole, Benny the Butcher, carolesdaughter, Crying City, Daphne Loves Derby, Natalie Jane, charlieonnafriday, bludnymph, Lay Bankz, Rico Nasty, Ayesha Erotica, ATEEZ, Dizzy Wright, Kanye West, Blackway, The Game, Dylan Espeseth, Tara Yummy, Asteria, Kets4eki, Shaquille O'Neal, Republic Records, Interscope Records, Arista Records, Position Music, Capital Records, Mercury Records, Universal Music Group, apg, Hive Music, Sony Music, and many others.This podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed and recorded at Dee Kei's private studio in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Join Nathan Wrigley, Rhys Wynne, Marc Benzakein, Bud Kraus. The conversation focused on recent WordPress news, including a surge in security vulnerability reports, new AI-related regulations in the EU, and the latest WordPress 7.0.3 and 7.1 releases. A key theme that emerged was plugin and site security, especially in response to AI and evolving threats. The discussion explored community initiatives like the WordPress Credit Program and improvements in accessibility documentation. Several points were raised, including new Playground UI features, the WordPress event calendar, and transparent handling of recent plugin security issues. Some lighthearted banter and personal reflections rounded out the episode.
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This week I Share My 650th Episode Retrospective [powerpress]
https://itayverchik.co.il/wordpress-is-dead/עם הפריצה של כלי בינה מלאכותית כמו ChatGPT ו-Claude, השאלה שחוזרת על עצמה שוב ושוב בתעשייה היא: "האם וורדפרס מת?" והאם ה-AI פשוט יחליף את בוני ומפתחי האתרים. התשובה הקצרה היא לא. וורדפרס לא מתה, היא פשוט עוברת אבולוציה. הבינה המלאכותית לא באה להחליף אתכם, אלא להפוך אתכם למפתחים מהירים, חכמים ותפעוליים הרבה יותר.בסרטון הזה אני עושה סדר בשמועות, מנתח את עתיד הפלטפורמה, ומראה לכם הלכה למעשה איך להשתמש בבינה מלאכותית כדי לשדרג את יכולות הפיתוח שלכם בוורדפרס ובאלמנטור לרמות הגבוהות ביותר.מה נראה במדריך?האם וורדפרס בדרך החוצה? למה פלטפורמת הקוד הפתוח הגדולה בעולם עדיין שולטת בשוק, ואיך היא משלבת טכנולוגיות AI לתוך ליבת המערכת.פיתוח קוד ותוספים עם AI: איך לבקש מהבינה המלאכותית לכתוב עבורכם פונקציות מורכבות (PHP), לפתור באגים, ואפילו לייצר תוספים (Plugins) שלמים ומותאמים אישית מאפס, גם ללא ידע עמוק בתכנות.יצירת אלמנטים ועיצובים: איך להשתמש ב-AI כדי לייצר רכיבי HTML, CSS ו-JavaScript מדויקים שניתן להטמיע ישירות בתוך אלמנטור או בעורך הבלוקים (גוטנברג) כדי ליצור עיצובים ייחודיים.ייעול תהליכי עבודה: איך להפוך את תהליך בניית האתר לתפעולי ומהיר יותר – החל מיצירת תוכן דמו לאתר, דרך כתיבת ביטויים רגולריים (Regex) להפניות, ועד לכתיבת קודי מעקב מותאמים אישית.הבינה המלאכותית לא תחליף מפתחי אתרים, אבל מפתחי אתרים שיודעים לעבוד עם בינה מלאכותית בהחלט יחליפו את אלו שלא.המדריך עזר לכם להבין איך לשלב AI בעבודה שלכם?אל תשכחו לעשות לייק לסרטון, להירשם לערוץ וללחוץ על הפעמון כדי לקבל עדכונים על עוד מדריכי וורדפרס, פיתוח מערכות, בינה מלאכותית ושיווק דיגיטלי.
Hosts: Shane and Xurdones Quest Helper and other plugins are shown off in RuneScape’s plugin API preview. Will efficient play eventually mean using them? Also, the Marketplace U-turn, trophy heads, and a second round of Leagues II combat blessings. For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:39:21
Hoy: el estándar que quiere convertir los plugins de agentes en el USB-C de la IA; WeatherNext 2, capaz de anticipar mejor los ciclones; genomas virales funcionales diseñados por un modelo; la compra de Taalas por AMD para acelerar modelos directamente en silicio; y la factura de 942 millones de dólares a Meta por daños a menores.Puedes seguirnos en YouTube en https://youtube.com/olivernabani y puedes unirte al Discord Mashain en https://olivernabani.com/discord
The conversation focused on Niels Arts and his work on Clonable, a SaaS solution for managing multilingual websites. One concept discussed was how Clonable allows site owners to create separate versions of their websites in different languages, keeping them synchronised while permitting specific local changes. We also chatted about the technical method of scraping and translating site content automatically, rather than relying solely on plugins. The discussion explored translation quality, handling of updates, plugin integrations, pricing tiers, and the practical realities of running international websites.
Join Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Cami MacNamara, Alex Standiford. The conversation focused on recent developments in the WordPress ecosystem, including highlights from version 7.1, a new accessibility community initiative, and a modern revamp of the WordPress admin using AI. The discussion explored WordCamp events, educational initiatives, and marketing strategies for agencies and freelancers, emphasizing community engagement and business resilience. Several points were raised, including client feedback tools, plugin analytics, and innovative approaches in AI and content management. Insights into imposter syndrome, contributor retention, and the impact of large-scale email campaigns rounded out the key themes for web professionals working with WordPress.
This week I Talk About The 2026 WordPress Website Redesign [powerpress]
Birgit Pauli-Haack and Anne McCarthy joined this “At The Core” episode to highlight what's ahead in WordPress 7.1. Anne, as release lead, outlined major features like responsive styling, persistent admin bar, and improved inline notes. Birgit emphasised practical upgrades such as the new image crop modal and customisable viewports. Both guests celebrated the retention of the Classic Block after strong community feedback. Anne also covered the collaborative editing outreach effort, while Birgit explained developer-focused changes and the importance of testing. Together, Birgit and Anne championed community transparency, robust security, and a smoother WordPress core experience. All very cool!
Hoje o papo é sobre novos protocolos agênticos! Neste episódio, conversamos sobre como o Model Context Protocol (MCP) busca padronizar a integração entre agentes e ferramentas, além das diferenças e complementaridades entre MCPs, skills e APIs tradicionais. Vem ver quem participou desse papo: Paulo Silveira, o host que ainda acha automação uma bagunça Vinny Neves, cohost, dev e professor na Alura Mikaeri Ohana, Staff Developer Relations Engineer no Google Sulamita Dantas, Database Engineer e professora na FIAP Marco Antonio da Silva, Diretor de Engenharia do Conta Simples Links: Anthropic apresenta o MCP em 2024 MCP MCP Apps Registro oficial de servidores MCP Vinny: MCP tá onde o npm tava em 2014. e isso não é elogio Conta Simples + MCP MCP Tools Agent Gateway ADK: Agent Development Kit A2A: Agent-to-Agent UCP: Universal Commerce Protocol AP2: Agent Payments Protocol Google: Agent Identity Agent Skills Repositório oficial de Agent Skills da Anthropic Plugins no Antigravity skills.sh, o npm de skills Criador de skills da Anthropic Roadmap do MCP Boas práticas de segurança para MCP Toda revolução tecnológica começa com quem antecipa o futuro e transforma ideias em soluções de alto impacto. Conheça os cursos da Alura + FIAP Skills & Go: Agentic Engineering, Building AI Products, e AI Data Strategy. Saiba mais sobre o Skills & Go. Vá para o Vale do Silício com Paulo Silveira, Marcell Almeida, Fabrício Carraro e Marcus Mendes na “Imersão IA Sob Controle e Alura no Vale do Silício“! Vagas limitadas, corra para reservar a sua. TechGuide.sh, um mapeamento das principais tecnologias demandadas pelo mercado para diferentes carreiras, com nossas sugestões e opiniões. #7DaysOfCode: Coloque em prática os seus conhecimentos de programação em desafios diários e gratuitos. Acesse https://7daysofcode.io/ Produção e conteúdo: Alura Cursos de Tecnologia – https://www.alura.com.br Edição e sonorização: Rede Gigahertz de Podcasts
Join Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Marc Benzakein, Zach Stepek. The conversation focused on major WordPress developments, including the release of WordPress 7.0.2 and its AI-discovered vulnerability, updates in WordPress 7.1 beta 3, and the introduction of new Gutenberg features like playlist and tabs blocks. A key theme that emerged was the growing impact, both positive and challenging, of AI in web development and security. The discussion explored WordPress market share trends, accessibility requirements for themes, community initiatives and events, and the launch of experimental tools like a Canva-like page builder and a WordPress browser extension. Several points were raised, including plugin performance and strategies for community engagement.
Smart Home fängt oft harmlos an. Eine smarte Lampe hier, ein Sensor da, vielleicht noch ein Staubsaugerroboter mit App. Ein paar Wochen später hängt Hardware an Fenstern, steckt in Unterputzdosen oder funkt über drei verschiedene Protokolle durchs Haus. Und plötzlich stellt sich die Frage: Automatisierst du eigentlich schon sinnvoll oder sammelst du gerade nur sehr teure Learnings? Genau an diesem Punkt setzen wir in dieser Episode an.Wir sprechen mit Andrej Friesen über die wichtigsten Entscheidungen in der Heimautomatisierung und über das, was man gern früher gewusst hätte. Es geht um lokale Steuerung versus Cloud-Abhängigkeit, Home Assistant, Matter, Zigbee, WLAN, Thread, Ausfallsicherheit, physische Taster, Backups, Infrastruktur-Komplexität und die Risiken von Third-Party-Plugins und Supply Chain Attacken. Andrej organisiert Home Assistant Meetups, baut mit ESPHome und Pokipow eigene Hardware und podcastet im Smart-Hütte-Podcast über Smart Home und Self-Hosting. Kurz gesagt: jemand, der die Theorie kennt und die Box of Shame wahrscheinlich trotzdem nicht ganz vermeiden konnte.Wenn du ein Smart Home aufbauen willst, das nicht nur cool wirkt, sondern auch im Alltag, bei Ausfällen und für andere Menschen im Haushalt funktioniert, bekommst du hier jede Menge praktische Denkanstöße. Vielleicht nimmst du am Ende keine fünf goldenen Regeln mit, sondern genau die eine, die dir später Zeit, Geld und Nerven spart.Bonus: Wir klären ganz nebenbei auch, warum eine App noch lange keine echte Automatisierung ist.Unsere aktuellen Werbepartner findest du auf https://engineeringkiosk.dev/partnersDas schnelle Feedback zur Episode:
This week I Dive Into The NovaMira Plugin [powerpress]
Today were talking about the creation and evolution of the Slidy Panel WordPress plugin, designed to offer customisable slide-in panels for block-based sites. We discussed the challenge of plugin naming and adapting to block directory requirements, and the impact of AI on the web development industry. We also got into the need for human expertise in bespoke website creation. Towards the end, we explored agency life, plugin marketing, and the necessity of adaptability in a changing digital landscape. As always, there's some humour thrown in, this time around careers, collectibles, and the unpredictable future of WordPress professionals.
This week I Answer Listener Questions [powerpress]
The conversation focused on Amber Hinds' personal journey restoring faith in the WordPress community during challenging times. A key theme was how Amber's Accessibility Checker plugin has succeeded thanks to her relentless long-term effort, deep expertise in accessibility, and a strategic focus on higher-budget clients like agencies and enterprises. The discussion explored Amber's commitment to intentional marketing, collaborative teamwork, and showing up consistently rather than looking for quick fixes. Amber shared what marketing tactics worked for her, what she chose to leave behind, and the importance of playing the long game to build lasting WordPress product success.
Join Nathan Wrigley, Sé Reed, Marc Benzakein, Alex Standiford. The conversation focused on current trends in the WordPress ecosystem, including the decision to retain the classic block, the release of an open source documentary, and concerns over declining plugin sales and community participation. A key theme that emerged was the shifting landscape caused by AI and changing community dynamics, with discussions on WordCamp US attendance, regional events, and plugin market challenges. The discussion explored alternatives to Meetup.com, highlighted the Yoast Community Fund recipient, and mentioned new tools like GatherPress and Fluent Player. Several points were raised, including the importance of open source, discoverability, and adapting to changing user needs.
This week I Share An Update: Three Months After the Layoff [powerpress]
Well this is a different episode from the normal things we get into on WP Builds. It's about the intersection of human creativity and AI, sparked by a handmade zine (I did not know what that was) titled "Human Creativity in the Age of AI." Tess talks about the emotional and practical significance of creative processes versus AI-generated output. We explore how AI is 'democratising' access to creative tools, the shifting definition of art, and the ethical concerns around replacing human skills. Then there's the whole thing about the value of human ideas, imperfection, and individuality, even as AI capabilities rapidly advance and reshape artistic expression. Like I say, not your typical WP Builds podcast episode, but fun nonetheless!
"Strapi est sûrement le CMS le plus personnalisable" Le D.E.V. de la semaine est Pierre Burgy, CEO chez Strapi. Pierre revient sur l'évolution de Strapi, né à l'époque où les devs rêvaient de tout faire en JavaScript, jusqu'à son passage à l'échelle dans l'ère de l'AI et des coding agents. Il partage comment la vision open source et la personnalisation extrême sont devenues des atouts stratégiques, sans négliger la stabilité technique. On explore l'impact des LLM sur la notion même de CMS et les choix architecturaux nécessaires pour les nouveaux usages. Entre anecdotes terrain et perspectives, cet épisode dessine le futur du content management. Et surtout l'annonce d'un produit révolutionnaire pour les dev et les équipes marketing: Fimo.Chapitrages00:00:56 : Aux origines de Strapi00:02:38 : Naissance d'un CMS Node.js00:06:40 : Trouver la bonne architecture00:09:09 : Plugins et personnalisation00:10:36 : Face à WordPress00:13:55 : Sécurité et API fermées00:14:43 : Les fondations techniques00:18:48 : Le défi TypeScript00:24:31 : CMS à l'ère des LLM00:27:16 : La réponse IA de Strapi00:33:15 : Pourquoi les CMS restent utiles00:37:34 : Fimo, le système d'exploitation de sites00:44:50 : LLM et crédits intégrés00:46:41 : Vers des sites autonomes00:51:21 : Le pari du harness engineering00:53:30 : Recommandation et conclusion Liens évoqués pendant l'émission Chaine Youtube Javascript MasteryVidéo "How Senior Engineers Actually Build With AI in 2026"
The conversation focused on current trends and challenges in the WordPress ecosystem, with a key theme being the pervasive influence of AI, public perceptions across age groups, and ethical considerations. The discussion explored WordPress developments such as accessibility resources, core testing needs, and analysis of market share decline. Several points were raised, including major migrations like CERN's adoption of WordPress, job cuts at Elementor, the shifting visibility of WPBeginner in search, WordPress education initiatives, and sustainability in web development. Join Nathan Wrigley, Simon Pollard, and Mike Johnston!
This week I Talk About Optimizing the Wrong Things! [powerpress]
The conversation focused on generational attitudes towards AI, with a particular emphasis on skepticism among young people, how younger generations ideologically distrust big tech and perceive AI as "cheating," especially in creative fields like art and music. We also explored concerns about job displacement, changes in workplace efficiency, and the impact of AI on creative industries. Towards the ens we get into the inevitability of adopting AI to remain competitive, the environmental impact, and potential backlash against AI-driven content, alongside reflections on authenticity and the growing influence of major tech companies.
In this episode, Dave and community mentor Jeff LaPlante share their most-used instruments, tools, plugins, and effects to help production music composers build a dependable toolkit without wasting money on plugins you might not really need.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_pIAgPHp760PLUGINS, SOUNDS, AND LIBRARIES DISCUSSEDSOUNDS AND LIBRARIESOmnispherehttps://www.spectrasonics.net/products/omnisphereThe Unfinished Omnisphere Soundsetshttps://www.theunfinished.co.uk/store/Splice https://splice.comSerato Samplehttps://serato.com/sampleThe Fame Series: Modern Pophttps://www.ilio.com/the-fame-series-modern-popProjectSAM Symphobiahttps://projectsam.com/libraries/symphobiaNative Instruments Kompletehttps://www.native-instruments.com/en/catalog/komplete/EFFECTSMelodynehttps://www.celemony.com/en/melodyneLogic Pro Sample Delayhttps://support.apple.com/guide/logicpro/sample-delay-controls-lgcef18b8738/macLogic Pro Stereo Delayhttps://support.apple.com/guide/logicpro/stereo-delay-controls-lgcef18b892f/macLogic Pro Compressorhttps://support.apple.com/guide/logicpro/compressor-overview-lgcead9636ef/macFender Studio Pro X-Tremhttps://www.fender.com/products/fender-studio-proHONORABLE MENTIONSVienna Synchron Stage Reverbhttps://www.vsl.co.at/products/software/synchron-stage-reverbWaves TrueVerbhttps://www.waves.com/plugins/trueverbSoundtoys Little AlterBoyhttps://www.soundtoys.com/product/little-alterboy/Soundtoys MicroShifthttps://www.soundtoys.com/product/microshift/The God Particlehttps://cradle.app/products/the-god-particleSupport for the 52 Cues Podcast comes from ReelCrafter, the professional way to pitch your production music and know exactly when your cues are heard.Start your free trial at ReelCrafter.com/52Cues!Join the 52 Cues Community! – https://my.52cues.comIt's free to post your cues for feedback from the community, network with other composers, and ask questions about the industry!Plus, member subscribers get extra perks like workshops, livestreams, cue breakdowns, live feedback sessions, hundreds of hours of video archives, and opportunities to submit to real music libraries.One-on-one coaching sessions and video critiques also available at http://52cues.com/coaching!Note: Links may be affiliate links which generate a small commission but at no extra cost to you!
Join Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Marc Benzakein, Robert Jacobi. The conversation focused on the current state and future of the WordPress community, exploring issues such as the aging user base, challenges in attracting younger contributors, industry events, and market share trends. A key theme that emerged was the impact of AI on workflows and plugin development, as well as concerns about declining community engagement and WordCamps. The discussion explored plugin update delays, marketing approaches, the importance of relationships, and various new initiatives and tools in WordPress, including contributor dashboards and AI-powered design features.
This week I Interview Howard Spaeth [powerpress]
The podcast today is all about the Shorthand plugin, a visual storytelling platform that helps create immersive, interactive content for WordPress. We find out how Shorthand enables news organisations, brands, nonprofits, and agencies to craft stories, reports, and proposals without extensive technical knowledge. The new WordPress plugin streamlines the editorial process, allowing real-time collaboration, and keeps content within WordPress. We also get into Shorthand's adaptability for alternative use cases, such as podcasts and annual reports, and also touch on its pricing model. The episode highlighted the growing demand for richer, more engaging digital storytelling. Go listen.
The conversation focused on the upcoming WordPress 7.1 release, new features, and community developments. A key theme that emerged was the challenge of organising and sustaining local WordPress events, including strategies for attracting speakers and attendees. The discussion explored multilingual support in the Make WordPress Slack, event funding and marketing attribution, and the pros and cons of paid event roles. Security concerns, recent supply chain attacks, and regulatory changes affecting EU site operators were also addressed. The episode concluded with announcements about meetups, resources, and a personal note highlighting a band performance.
This week I Convince You To Prepare For Black Friday in June! [powerpress]
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The browser blind spot: Why your security tool may not be blocking what you think it is [Guest Diary] https://isc.sans.edu/diary/The%20browser%20blind%20spot%3A%20Why%20your%20security%20tool%20may%20not%20be%20blocking%20what%20you%20think%20it%20is%20%5BGuest%20Diary%5D/33084 Android 17 Security Patches https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/android-17 Oracle Critical Security Patch Update Advisory - June 2026 https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cspujun2026.html Multiple JetBrains IDE plugins caught stealing AI keys https://www.aikido.dev/blog/multiple-jetbrains-ide-plugins-caught-stealing-ai-keys My Upcoming Classes https://www.sans.org/profiles/dr-johannes-ullrich
Surprise! We're "back to weekly episodes"! We have decided to try and post weekly episodes, but with a little twist. Alternating weekly, we will have full episodes with a break and the community section, and the other weeks we have episodes like this one. Shorter, but more focused on a single topic. Let us know what you think!
The conversation focused on the integration between WooCommerce and YouTube, enabling merchants to showcase and sell products directly through their YouTube channels. We discussed how the Google for WooCommerce plugin simplifies syncing WooCommerce inventory with YouTube, allowing product overlays within videos and store tabs on channels. The discussion explored the importance of authenticity and trust in influencer marketing, YouTube's role as a powerful search and shopping platform, and practical requirements for using these features. A key theme that emerged was making social commerce accessible and streamlined for merchants. Go listen...
The conversation focused on WordPress news and broader tech topics. Key themes included grill brush injuries!!!!, the US government's ban on new AI models, debates around social media harm and age restrictions, and reflections on recent WordPress developments such as the CERN website migration from Drupal, WordPress Mercantile's redesign, and the Five for the Future initiative's new pledge and profile pages. The discussion explored WordPress event formats, plugin security vulnerabilities, and community engagement challenges, highlighting the need for volunteer enjoyment and adaptation as WordPress evolves. Go listen...
This week I Talk About The 2026 Mid-Year Business Checkup [powerpress]
The conversation focused on Angie, Elementor's AI-driven tool for WordPress, highlighting its integration, ease of use, and ability to generate custom code snippets and widgets without requiring Elementor's page builder. A key theme that emerged was the evolving role of AI in web development, blending rapid AI-generated first drafts with refinements through traditional interfaces. The discussion got into how Angie facilitates both creativity and efficiency, supports best WordPress practices, and safeguards site changes through sandboxing. Several points were raised, including Angie's token-based access model and its fast-growing adoption with over 30,000 active installs.
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Everyone is talking about Mercury-alpha, the mystery model that many believe could be GPT-5.6.In this live discussion, we're separating fact from speculation and unpacking what would actually matter if OpenAI releases a new flagship model this week.We'll cover:
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Claude is not just another AI tool lawyers can chat with. It may be a preview of where legal work is heading. In episode 619 of the Lawyerist Podcast, Zack Glaser talks with Sam Harden about Claude, Claude for legal, and the growing role of AI in law firm workflows. Sam breaks down how Claude can work with documents, folders, PDFs, Word files, and connected legal tools in ways that go far beyond simple prompting. They discuss the difference between Claude Chat, Claude Cowork, connectors, and skills, and why those distinctions matter for lawyers trying to understand what AI can actually do. They also explore why law firms should not rush into automation without first building better systems. From deposition summaries to document creation to legal research support, this episode explains how AI can become more useful when it is guided by strong processes, clear instructions, and thoughtful implementation. Listen to our previous episodes on Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Legal Practice. #612: AI for Lawyers: What You Need to Know Before Your Clients Do, with Cat Casey Apple | Spotify | LTN #601: Beyond Chatbots: Using Agentic AI in Law Firm Intake, with Matt Spiegel Apple | Spotify | LTN #590: Innovating Without Overwhelm: Practical AI Tips for Lawyers, with Graydon Trusler Apple | Spotify | LTN #587: Future-Proofing Your Firm in the Age of AI, with Jack Newton Apple | Spotify | LTN #577: Rethinking Law Firm Growth in the Age of AI, with Sam Harden Apple | Spotify | LTN Have thoughts about today's episode? Join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X! If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Looking for help beyond the book? See if our coaching community is right for you. Access more resources from Lawyerist at lawyerist.com. Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 00:34 – Why Claude for Legal Matters 01:28 – Live Crabs and Work from Home Chaos 07:04 – Setting Up the Conversation 07:29 – Meet Sam Harden 08:04 – What Lawyers Should Watch with Claude 10:14 – What Claude Actually Is 11:16 – How AI Moved Beyond Chat 12:07 – From Claude Code to Claude Cowork 13:22 – How Claude Works with Documents 15:20 – Why Claude Cowork Is a Big Shift 15:45 – Creating Documents and Presentations 16:52 – Claude Chat vs. Cowork vs. Code 18:12 – Legal Plugins and Connectors 19:30 – Reducing Context Switching with AI 20:49 – Connecting Claude to Legal Tools 22:24 – What Legal Connectors Can Do 24:47 – MCP, Tools, and Connector Limits 26:37 – What Claude Skills Are 28:44 – Why SOPs Come Before AI Skills 29:43 – Using Skills for Legal Documents 30:35 – AI Skills for Deposition Summaries 31:14 – Combining Connectors and Skills 32:15 – Teaching Claude Like a Team Member 33:11 – Choosing the Right Skill 34:00 – How Bad Instructions Create AI Risk 35:49 – Building Better Skills and Plugins 37:13 – What Comes Next for Claude for Legal
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