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This week I Share Predictions, Wins & Struggles [powerpress]
Mac Quayle is an Emmy-winning and Grammy-nominated composer whose credits include Mr. Robot, American Horror Story, Pose, Ratched, and The Last of Us Part II. He has scored more than 40 films and TV projects and is known for his versatile contributions to contemporary screen music.In this episode of Bonfire Conversations, I sit down with Emmy-winning composer Mac Quayle for an in-depth conversation about scoring some of the most psychologically complex television of the past decade.Mac discusses his work on Netflix's Monster: The Ed Gein Story, as well as Mr. Robot, The Last of Us Part II, American Horror Story, and Ratched. The conversation explores the responsibility of scoring real-world darkness, collaboration with showrunners and directors, and the challenges of shaping long-form musical arcs across multi-episode series.We also dive into creative process, restraint, conscious versus subliminal scoring, favorite plugins and synths, film influences, and the realities of working at the highest level of prestige television. The episode closes with lighter questions about games, films, and life outside composing.Chapters included.
En este episodio del Podcast de la Escuela Marketing and Web, hablamos con Elena Fernández, diseñadora web con amplia experiencia, sobre uno de los debates más recurrentes en el mundo WordPress:
In this episode of WP Builds, Nathan Wrigley and Rae Morey recap the past few months in the WordPress ecosystem. They talk about the new features of WordPress 6.9, discuss advances in AI tools and APIs, and highlight community news including sponsorship shifts, legal updates, and standout block themes like Ollie. The conversation also touches on flagship WordCamp scheduling challenges, the launch of Telex, and the evolving role of Jetpack. Throughout, Rae Morey provides expert insight, drawing on her reporting for The Repository. Go listen...
Join Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Courtney Robertson and Jesse Friedman. This episode covers highlights in the WordPress community, including upcoming events like CloudFest Hackathon, the Open Source Experience conference, and CMSConf. The panel discusses the release of WordPress 6.9, early planning for version 7.0, and new plugins. Other topics include the evolution of responsive block editing, the debate around integrating AI as a core component of WordPress, updates to the Global Partnership program, and reflections on Black Friday purchases. The discussion talks about collaboration, innovation, and adapting to emerging technologies while maintaining an open, user-focused approach.
Bertram Brossardt, Hauptgeschäftsführer der Vereinigung der Bayerischen Wirtschaft, drängt auf eine technologieoffene Lösung für CO2-Neutralität, die optimierte Verbrenner, E-Fuels und Plug-Ins umfasst. "Es geht ja nicht um die Frage der E-Mobilität, sondern es geht um die Frage, dass wir CO2-neutral werden", sagte er. Die Automobilindustrie benötigt Unterstützung beim Ausbau der Ladeinfrastruktur und sinkende Stromkosten
This week I'm Talking About Domain Investing & The Myth of Easy MRR! [powerpress]
In this WP Builds episode, Nathan Wrigley interviews Anne-Mieke Bovelett about her experience leading a winning accessibility project at the CloudFest Hackathon 2025. Anne-Mieke shares her passion for digital accessibility, discusses the challenges and impact of her team's AI-powered WordPress plugin that converts infographics into accessible formats, and reflects on the need for ongoing support and funding for hackathon projects. The conversation also touches on the broader importance of accessibility and potential improvements for future hackathons. Go listen...
On "This Week in WordPress #358," Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Davinder Singh Kainth and Marc Benzakein discuss the release of WordPress 6.9, including new features like block-level collaboration and accessibility improvements. They cover WordPress community news, ongoing Black Friday deals, trending plugins, and the growing impact of AI. The episode also highlights awards within the WordPress space and the rise of WordPress in non-English markets, especially Asia. The panel shares laughs, personal stories, and their appreciation for contributors driving the platform forward.
nerdcafe. Der Podcast rund um WordPress, Hosting, CMS und Web.
Willkommen im nerdcafe – dem Podcast für alle, die mehr aus ihrer WordPress-Website machen wollen! Du willst, dass deine Website gemütlich lädt – so richtig mit Zeit zum Nachdenken? Dann ist diese Folge genau das Richtige für dich!
This week I Answer Listener Questions [powerpress]
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with Dave Grey about Nag Me Not, a plugin and browser extension designed to clean up WordPress admin screens by removing nagging banners and ads. The conversation explores the unique approach Dave is taking to market and sell the tool, partnering with hosting providers and service companies to offer Nag Me Not as a free benefit to their customers, potentially reducing support payloads and enhancing the user experience. They discuss this sponsorship-based model, its benefits for hosts, and invite listener insights on pricing and distribution.
Neste episódio, destrinchamos como o Kong conversa com a Gateway API no Kubernetes, passamos por GatewayClass, Gateway e HTTPRoute, e mostramos onde os plugins entram para dar aquele boost de segurança e observabilidade.A gente também faz o raio‑X dos componentes, comenta escolhas de arquitetura (do balanceamento de tráfego ao mTLS com cert‑manager) e debate os trade‑offs entre Ingress Controller tradicional e o ecossistema moderno da Gateway API. Sem prometer milagres, mas prometendo menos YAML sofrido.E claro: não faltam comparações sinceras entre OSS e Enterprise, além de dicas de onde cavar documentação que presta.Links Importantes: - Marco Ollivier - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcopollivier/ - Slides DOD - https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1GxcpOBaomthc4gDnmNSakEMfMZIkiseB16KMRVdnNkw/edit?usp=sharing - João Brito - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juniorjbn/ - Kong - https://github.com/Kong/kongO Kubicast é uma produção da Getup, empresa especialista em Kubernetes e projetos open source para Kubernetes. Os episódios do podcast estão nas principais plataformas de áudio digital e no YouTube.com/@getupcloud.
This week I Share The 6 Month Update [powerpress]
In "This Week in WordPress Episode 357," Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Steve Burge, and Marcus Burnette cover a playful Cards Against Humanity Black Friday sale, Michelle's tech award nomination, and the upcoming WordPress 6.9 release. They discuss the return of a three-release cycle for WordPress, plans for core AI integration, and recent Cloudflare outages. Other topics include WordPress security mishaps, accessibility, PublishPress plugin updates, creating a Wapuu for WordCamp Asia, and the new AI Experiments canonical plugin. The episode blends WordPress news, community events, and lively discussion. Oh, and dad jokes!
The 2025 Holiday Gift Guide with Dustin Hartzler [powerpress]
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with Jonathan Jernigan about Pie Calendar, a simple-yet-powerful WordPress event calendar plugin. They discuss the plugin's evolution, including major new features like Eventbrite and ICS calendar integration for easy ticketing and syncing with external calendars. Jonathan also shares insights into his WordPress-focused community and YouTube channel. The conversation highlights Pie Calendar's user-friendly setup, flexibility for different organisations, and the team's focus on simplicity. Future plans for additional integrations are teased, as well as stories of how a wide range of clients, from breweries to city councils, use the plugin. Go listen...
In this episode, I'm joined by Taco Verdonschot, Jonathan Bossenger, Birgit Pauli-Haack to discuss WordPress 6.9, including new blocks, performance improvements, accessibility updates, and upcoming live events to help users prepare for the release. The panel pays tribute to WordPress contributor Zeel Thakkar, and covers news about a new leader at Jetpack, Black Friday deals, and community appreciation initiatives. They also highlight developer resources and recent plugin launches, making this a comprehensive update on what's happening in the WordPress ecosystem.
Chris cooked up a wild remote-access trick for Jellyfin that skips VPNs entirely. One tiny toggle spins up a secure tunnel on demand. Simple, absurd, and shockingly effective.Sponsored By:Managed Nebula: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. 1Password Extended Access Management: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies with Okta, and they ensure that if a device isn't trusted and secure, it can't log into your cloud apps. CrowdHealth: Discover a Better Way to Pay for Healthcare with Crowdfunded Memberships. Join CrowdHealth to get started today for $99 for your first three months using UNPLUGGED.Unraid: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility. Support LINUX UnpluggedLinks:
This week I Talk About Searching For A Tools To Help Manage My Accounts [powerpress]
Is MCP just another server you need to threat model, patch, and monitor? How do you keep users from over-privileged access, block LLM injection, and stop blind spots? We unpack the VentureBeat article https://venturebeat.com/security/mcp-stacks-have-a-92-exploit-probability-how-10-plugins-became-enterprise with real-world tips. We are always happy to answer any questions, hear suggestions for new episodes, or hear from you, our listeners. DevSecOps Talks podcast LinkedIn page DevSecOps Talks podcast website DevSecOps Talks podcast YouTube channel
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with Rodolfo Melogli about the growing isolation in the WooCommerce and WordPress communities due to remote work and AI, and his mission to “bring humans back” through in-person interaction. Rodolfo shares his journey as a WooCommerce expert, the challenges of working remotely, and the inspiration for organising Checkout Summit, a people-focused, content-rich WooCommerce event in Palermo designed to foster genuine connections, collaboration, and community in a relaxed, inclusive setting. If you've been feeling the effects of remote work and the rise of automation, or simply want a better way to connect with your fellow WordPress peers, this episode is for you.
In "This Week in WordPress #355," Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, and Rhys Wynne discuss the Kagi search engine, Michelle's job search, and WordPress updates including 6.9's new features like collaborative editing and abilities API. The episode covers the challenges faced by open source projects like FFmpeg, security concerns with AI-powered tools such as Telex, the Global Partner Program for WordPress event sponsorships, and developments in full site editing, highlighting the Ollie theme. Listener comments add depth to discussions about the future and risks of WordPress plugin and block creation through AI.
This week I Share Do's & Dont's For BF/CM in 2025 [powerpress]
Mixing Music with Dee Kei | Audio Production, Technical Tips, & Mindset
JOIN OUR PATREON AND GET ACCESS TO EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: https://mixingmusicpodcast.com/exclusiveI WRITE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN: https://deekeiandkayoko.comHIRE DEE KEI: links.deekeimixes.comHIRE LU: https://soundbetter.com/profiles/1419...Hire James: https://www.jamesparrishmixes.com/Find Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @masteredbyluTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes @masteredbyluJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast' Discord: / discord The 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 was 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 mixingmusicpodcast@gmail.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/mmpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with Nick Hamze, a quirky and creative force in the WordPress community. Nick shares his unconventional journey from law school to working at Automattic, running a wildly successful Pokémon card shop, and building unique WordPress blocks using AI tools like Telex. Their conversation gets into the joy of creating weird, fun projects, the empowering possibilities of AI for non-coders, and the importance of injecting creativity and personal touch back into the web. If you've wondered how AI tools can transform your workflow, felt weighed down by the pressure to build serious, polished things, or just want to be reminded why fun and experimentation are so important in WordPress, this episode is for you. Go listen...
This week I Talk About Getting A Coach For Your Business [powerpress]
En este nuevo episodio del podcast nos sumergimos de lleno en la evolución constante de Neovim para asegurar que tu entorno de desarrollo y tu productividad sigan a la vanguardia en 2025.Como sabéis, mi podcast "atareao con Linux" se centra en Linux y el software de código abierto, con un estilo muy práctico y orientado a tutoriales, buscando ofrecer soluciones y métodos para mejorar la productividad. Y no hay mejor herramienta para la productividad que un editor de código optimizado.De vez en cuando, es crucial revisar qué se está cocinando en el mundo Neovim, no solo para incorporar novedades sino para actualizar y optimizar la configuración de plugins ya existentes. Es un mundo que no para, con nuevos complementos apareciendo constantemente. Por eso, un año después de mi último recopilatorio similar (episodio 649, donde, por cierto, 3 de 5 plugins siguen siendo fundamentales), he vuelto a hacer un paseo por dotfiles.El resultado son cinco complementos que son IMPRESCINDIBLES para cualquiera que busque la máxima eficiencia al codificar, administrar archivos o gestionar repositorios, todo dentro de Neovim.Estos son los 5 Plugins que te permitirán EXPRIMIR Neovim:atone: Una auténtica genialidad y un descubrimiento que no imaginaba. Se trata de un árbol de deshacer visual. Este plugin resuelve el problema de tener que deshacer todos los cambios para volver a un estado anterior; con :Atone abres un historial visual donde puedes navegar y restaurar fácilmente. Es como tener un control de versiones a nivel de edición local.flash: Pasamos una enorme cantidad de tiempo navegando por nuestro código. flash es más que una simple mejora de los movimientos f o t; permite saltar a cualquier parte del texto de manera eficiente, buscar palabras completas o patrones, y realizar búsquedas contextuales, por ejemplo, saltando directamente a la siguiente función o variable. Acelera tu flujo de trabajo de forma dramática.tiny-inline-diagnostic: Este plugin soluciona uno de los problemas más molestos con los diagnósticos largos, especialmente los de Rust (que son increíblemente verbosos): el texto se cortaba. Ahora, con este complemento, los mensajes de error y sugerencias aparecen completos en vivo y en directo, sin necesidad de recurrir a plugins auxiliares.NeoGit: Un complemento que tenía instalado pero no interiorizado, y que he recuperado con un atajo de teclado () para forzar su uso. Neogit es una interfaz de usuario completa para git dentro de Neovim. Facilita todas las operaciones comunes de Git (ver estado, hacer commits, gestionar ramas) sin tener que abandonar la comodidad de tu editor. Un gran paso hacia la centralización de tareas de desarrollo.yazi: Finalmente, he resucitado este complemento que me permite utilizar el gestor de archivos Yazi integrado en Neovim. Aunque uso Neotree, la familiaridad y rapidez de Yazi para tareas específicas, como renombrar y reorganizar archivos de episodios, es una gran ventaja en mi flujo de trabajo.Más información y enlaces en las notas del episodio
On this episode of WP Builds, Natalie MacLees joins Nathan Wrigley to talk about the new accessibility tool, Aaardvark Accessibility. They discuss Natalie's background in web accessibility, the evolution and importance of accessible web design, and how their SaaS platform helps agencies and developers find, fix, and monitor accessibility issues across client websites. The conversation also covers practical and moral reasons for improving accessibility, details about automated and manual testing, reporting features, explanations in plain English, and pricing plans.
This week I Share “Scary” Business Stories [powerpress]
In this WP Builds podcast episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with Amadeu Arderiu about three innovative WordPress AI projects: ploogins.com, an AI-powered search engine for both free and premium plugins. Joinchat, a plugin that adds an AI chatbot to your site, answering queries using your website's content. And Suggerence, an experimental tool that lets users interact with, and build inside, the Gutenberg block editor using AI-driven natural language and even drawings! They discuss technical challenges, future possibilities, monetisation, and the evolving role of AI in WordPress. Go listen...
EPISODIO #72_______Hoy traemos un programa especial, de los que os gusta…Jordi comentará Junto a Jesús Hernández de www.motionfx.es algunos de sus plugins indispensables, y sus nuevos descubrimientos.Para mantenerse a la vanguardia en el mundo audiovisual, es fundamental estar al tanto de las nuevas herramientas que salen al mercado, y no siempre se trata de cámaras.Los plugins aportan un valor añadido y diferencial a nuestros trabajos de edición: a veces nos ayudan a corregir problemas surgidos durante la fase de producción, otras nos permiten ahorrar tiempo en procesos manuales, y en ocasiones nos brindan un look que transforma por completo la estética de nuestros proyectos.Hacemos un repaso de algunos plugins ya conocidos en el podcast, y otros que son completamente nuevos, aquí os dejamos los links de sus webs:Film Convert:https://www.filmconvert.com/Neat Video:https://www.neatvideo.com/rvisual:https://www.rvisual.store/Picture Instruments:https://picture-instruments.comRetouch4Me:https://retouch4.me/Lens Node:https://www.nodemill.co/Ocular Sounds (introduciendo el código ELCORTE20 obtendrás un 20% de descuento):https://ocularsounds.comSwinsian:https://swinsian.com/Syncaila:https://syncaila.com/Setapp:https://go.setapp.com/invite/478hkyck (con 1 mes gratis)Ojo, que como siempre entre plugin y plugin hablamos de muchas otras cosas mas, no te lo pierdas._______☕️ ¿Te gustaría colaborar conmigo e invitarme a un café (¡el que me tomo mientras grabo el podcast!)? Puedes hacerlo a través de
This episode covers WordPress 6.9's new features and testing guide, major UK cyber attacks, security insights, and why Malwarebytes chose WordPress. The panel discusses plugin lifetime deals, the rise of newsletters, and the pros and cons of web design trends. AI's impact on WordPress is explored, including new agentic browser capabilities and WS Form's integration with Elementor's AI agent. The episode also highlights collaborative editing in WordPress, a dramatic smart bed malfunction due to AWS outage, and the importance of owning your data, plus fun detours like the year's best animal photos.
This week I Talk About Using GeoIP [powerpress]
In this WP Builds episode, Nathan Wrigley interviews Matt Cromwell about his recent article on the future of WordPress product businesses. Matt shares his evolving passion for the WordPress plugin ecosystem, discusses anxieties around the future, especially user expectations and the rise of AI, and highlights the importance of better UI/UX and partnering with marketers and designers. The episode talks about how focusing on user experience and collaboration can help WordPress products thrive, even as the landscape shifts. Plenty of humour and mentions of Matt's podcast WP Product Talk are sprinkled throughout! A LOT! Go listen!
"This Week in WordPress #353" covers the AWS outage and its impact on major online services, WordPress security trends (including Wordfence and Patchstack reports), upcoming features in WordPress 6.9 (like block visibility controls and the accordion block), the Blocktober project by Tammie Lister, and discussions on plugin/UI design trends and product advice. The panel also celebrates WordCamp Canada, accessibility efforts, and highlights AI's role in WordPress development. There's a lot more than this, so have a listen...
This week I Talk About Saying Yes, No, Maybe [powerpress]
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley talks with Jonathan Bossinger, a developer advocate at Automattic, about his journey into WordPress and developer relations (DevRel). Jonathan shares how his passion for teaching led him from software development to DevRel, explains the varied roles within DevRel, and discusses the importance of both technical skills and the ability to teach and communicate effectively. The conversation covers team collaboration, feedback processes in open source, and advice for those interested in pursuing a similar path. Jonathan emphasises humility, adaptability, and a love for helping others as key traits for success in DevRel.
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This episode dives into the debate over the WordPress mascot Wapuu, discussing its value to the community versus criticisms about its professionalism. The panel explores the possibility of Ollie's Menu Designer joining WordPress core, shares insights on plugin marketing and discoverability, highlights the new blueprint feature in WordPress Studio for easily sharing site setups, and reviews a flurry of upcoming WordPress events. Plus, they touch on the launch of Fluent Cart as a new e-commerce solution and discuss branding, community, and engaging content in the WordPress ecosystem.
This week I Answer Listener Questions [powerpress]
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In this episode of WP Builds, Nathan Wrigley interviews Amber Hinds, CEO of Equalize Digital, about her comprehensive 2025 WordPress page builder accessibility comparison research project. Amber explains her background in accessibility, the meaningful motivation behind her work, and the in-depth methodology of her study, which tested 19+ page builders for accessibility issues. They discuss the importance of accessible website tools, key findings, and the ongoing need for improvement in the WordPress ecosystem. Amber also highlights that accessible tools still require knowledgeable implementation for truly inclusive websites. If you want to understand not just which page builder is technically the most accessible, but also what it takes to critically evaluate, improve, and select tools for accessible WordPress development, this episode is for you.
This episode of "This Week in WordPress" dives into the nature of randomness in computers, highlights upcoming WordPress and tech events, and discusses the WordPress 6.8.3 security release. The panel explores Tammie Lister's "Blocktober" project, new experiments to improve plugin discoverability, and updates on WP Accessibility Day, including a new accessibility knowledge base. They celebrate the free release of the Ollie Menu Designer plugin and touch on community news including PodcasterPlus, a local meetup, Bluesky's patent pledge, and ongoing discussions about codes of conduct in open source communities.
This week I Talk About How Shut Downs Could Equal Opportunity [powerpress]
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley talks with Pradeep Sonawane about WebAuditor IO, a SaaS tool designed to help developers, agencies, and non-technical users quickly identify and fix website performance issues. Pradeep shares the origin story of the tool, how it evolved from an internal CLI project to a user-friendly SaaS with AI-powered insights, and its usefulness for WordPress sites. They discuss current features, integration plans, audience scope, and pricing, as well as the potential for future developments like a WordPress plugin and deeper workflow integration. Check out WebAuditor IO for a closer look at the tool in action, and stay tuned for a conversation that's sure to inspire you to take your website optimisation to the next level!
Over the past few years, I've heard several people suggest that "blogging is dead." However, one of my favorite coaching clients earns her primary income from her blog and also hosts retreats and an annual conference for an entire community of food bloggers who earn an income from their blogging efforts. So I invited my client, Megan Porta, and asked her the question, "Can you still make money blogging in 2025?" Short answer: Yes. It's doable. It looks different than it did a decade ago. It requires real passion, patience, and a focus on what serves readers right now. Below are thorough show notes to meet you exactly where you are. If you want to start or revive a blog as a real income stream, these notes double as a step-by-step primer. What This Episode Covers Why blogging still pays when you pair patience with passion Megan has seen brand-new bloggers “crushing it.” The difference now is you cannot fake it. Your readers and Google both know when you do. Authenticity wins. The fastest realistic path to first income Join a quality ad network once your traffic qualifies. We name the two big players and their current thresholds. We also discuss why Google SEO and Pinterest are still the two traffic pillars that move the needle. Niching way down to win Broad “everything” blogs struggle today. Specific sub-niches serve specific people and get rewarded. Think “vegan cakes” instead of “vegan.” The love for your topic has to show up in every post. The collaboration playbook for early momentum Smart email list swaps. Contributing value inside the right Facebook groups without spamming. How one helpful post can put a niche creator “on the map” in months. Income beyond ads Digital products. Memberships. Sponsorships. How to think about affiliate income post-HCU and what still works if you are selective. Platform and tech choices that save you pain Why WordPress.org with solid hosting is still the move. Why a VPS and proactive security matter. Real-world cautionary tales about updates, backups, and malware. Key Takeaways and Insights 1) Yes, you can still get paid to blog. The bar is higher. If you bring patience and genuine expertise, you can absolutely build an income today. People starting in the last year or two are succeeding. The difference is the landscape. Authenticity and user value must drive your strategy. 2) Niche inside the niche Winning examples are laser-specific. Pick a tight segment of a larger category, then become unmistakably helpful to that reader. This is how you break through and build trust. 3) Traffic plan: SEO and Pinterest first To qualify for premium ad networks, prioritize traffic that comes from search and Pinterest. Current thresholds discussed in the episode: Mediavine at roughly 50,000 sessions per month and Raptive at roughly 100,000 pageviews per month. Build to those numbers, then let ad RPMs start compounding. 4) Collaboration without spam Use email list collaborations. Show up consistently inside large, topic-relevant Facebook groups. Earn trust by answering questions with real substance. This moves traffic quickly when your niche is dialed in. 5) Create on-topic, helpful content Google's Helpful Content updates pushed bloggers to stay tightly aligned with user intent. Keep posts on point for your niche. Tangential personal stories and off-topic content dilute perceived expertise and can hurt discoverability. 6) Monetization mix that works in 2025 Display Ads once you hit network thresholds. This becomes semi-passive as your library grows. Digital Products as quick wins: ebooks, guides, weekly prep plans. These are simple to produce and match your audience's immediate needs. Memberships if your audience is invested. Price points in food niches commonly range from about 5 to 20 dollars per month, often for ad-free experiences or exclusive content. Tech options include WordPress setups and hosted communities such as Circle, Skool, Slack, Discord, Mighty Networks, and niche tools like Member Kitchens. Sponsorships when you can articulate your audience's value. Niche reach can beat raw follower counts if you understand a sponsor's acquisition economics and lifetime value. Affiliate Income is trickier after recent updates. It can still work at higher commissions or with premium offers. Treat it as a supplemental play, not your core plan. 7) Stack the tech in your favor Choose WordPress.org for full control, proven SEO flexibility, and extensibility. Invest in good hosting. A VPS with strong uptime guarantees is worth it. Expect to pay roughly 89 to 150 dollars per month for reliability that protects your revenue. Treat security and backups as non-negotiables. Plugins and themes require regular updates. Malware exploits often come from simple neglect. Have a pro who can restore fast. This avoids losing days or weeks or years of content. Practical Playbook Phase 1. Choose a narrow niche and validate demand List ten posts your ideal reader would save today. Ensure all are tightly aligned with one outcome your niche cares about. Keep stories and extras on-topic so Google sees topical authority. Phase 2. Protect the asset Run WordPress.org on a reliable VPS and keep everything updated. Assign backups and security to a pro so you do not risk outages or data loss. Phase 3. Build a traffic engine Publish high-quality posts that answer exact questions your audience asks. Optimize for search and create Pinterest assets for each post. Aim for Mediavine or Raptive thresholds to unlock ad revenue. Phase 4. Accelerate through collaboration Join large, relevant Facebook groups. Contribute substantial answers that stand on their own. Start tasteful email list collaborations for quick, qualified traffic. Phase 5. Layer monetization Add an easy digital product that solves a specific use case. Test a simple membership once engagement is strong. Pitch sponsors when you can quantify your audience's fit and value. About My Guest Megan Porta has been blogging since 2010 and runs Eat Blog Talk, a podcast and community that supports food bloggers who want to grow and monetize. She is a strong voice for focus, patience, and authenticity in a space that has evolved dramatically. Resources Mentioned Megan's sites: PipAndEbby.com and EatBlogTalk.com. Megan welcomes follow-up questions at megan@eatblogtalk.com. Ad networks: Mediavine, Raptive, once you meet their traffic thresholds. Community and membership tools: Circle, Skool, Slack, Discord, Mighty Networks, Member Kitchens. Platform: WordPress.org with quality hosting and a VPS. I'm Here To Help! If you want help in building your own online business, send me a short note about your business dream and where you feel stuck. I will point you to the most useful next step, whether that is a free resource, a workshop, or coaching with me. My email is cliff@cliffravenscraft.com.
This week I Talk About GEO vs SEO [powerpress]