WP Tavern

Nov 20 2024 30 ep. 37 mins 3.6k
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The WP Tavern Jukebox is a podcast for the WordPress community. We interview people who are pushing change in how WordPress evolves. Plugins, Blocks, Themes, Community, Events, Accessibility and Diversity; we try to cover all the bases. Subscribe to be updated when we bring you new content.

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#146 – Fränk Klein on Redesigning WordPress: The Shift to Block-Based Systems

Nov 20 2024 44 mins  
On the podcast today we have Fränk Klein. Fränk is a principal engineer at Human Made and brings a wealth of experience from his extensive history with WordPress. Fränk provides a comprehensive breakdown of the Gutenberg project's four phases: content editing, site customization, collaborative editing, and multilingual capabilities. We explore how FSE is transforming WordPress b

#145 – Calvin Alkan on Enhancing WordPress Productivity With CommandUI

Nov 13 2024 36 mins  
On the podcast today we have Calvin Alkan. Calvin has been in the WordPress space for the past four to five years, with a focus on security research. His company’s security product, called Fortress, has become a widely used tool for many hosting companies. Recently, Calvin and his team ventured into developing a new product, CommandUI, and it’s this plugin which is the topic un

#144 – Damon Cook & Seth Rubenstein on the Transformational Interactivity API

Nov 06 2024 30 mins  
On the podcast today we have Damon Cook and Seth Rubenstein, and we're here to talk about the Interactivity API. We explore its benefits for building seamless interactive websites, how it enhances both the front-end user experience and backend editorial processes, and its integration with WordPress Core. Topics include practical applications, performance improvements, and accessibi

#143 – Aaron Reimann and Keith Osburn on How WordPress Is Transforming Georgia’s Educational Landscape

Oct 30 2024 37 mins  
On the podcast today we have Aaron Reimann & Keith Osburn. Keith is the Chief Information Officer and Deputy Superintendent for Tech Services at the Georgia Department of Education, and Aaron runs Clockwork WP, a WordPress agency, and boasts extensive experience in web development dating back to 1996. Together, they’ve been leveraging WordPress to tackle some of Georgia’s most

#142 – Miriam Schwab and Oliver Sild on Security Collaboration Between Elementor and Patchstack

Oct 23 2024 36 mins  
On the podcast today we have Miriam Schwab from Elementor and Oliver Sild from Patchstack. They delve into their partnership focusing on monitoring and quickly addressing WordPress vulnerabilities through a prioritisation system, virtual patches, and a managed vulnerability disclosure program. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration within the WordPress communit

#141 – Christy Nyiri and Mike Straw on Automattic’s Special Projects Team

Oct 16 2024 35 mins  
On the podcast today we have Christy Nyiri and Mike Straw from Automattic's Special Projects Team. They discuss their design work, contributions to WordPress, and the team's internal, agency-like model. They highlight their passion for quality, non-profit projects, and advocacy for WordPress's capabilities, aiming to demystify their team's role and impact. Whether you're a WordPres

#140 – Donata Stroink-Skillrud on Privacy Policies and Legal Obligations for Businesses

Oct 09 2024 33 mins  
On the podcast today we have Donata Stroink-Skillrud to talk about navigating privacy laws. Donata explains the absence of US federal privacy laws, necessitating businesses to comply with various state laws. She emphasises "Privacy by Design" for WordPress websites, and advises web designers to use legal disclaimers in contracts. Donata also highlights global privacy law updates, a

#139 – Andy Fragen on Automatic Update Rollbacks in WordPress

Oct 02 2024 38 mins  
On the podcast today we have Andy Fragen who is a dedicated member of the WordPress community as well as a trauma surgeon. Somehow he manages to balance the demands of his profession with his passion for the community and, as you will hear, to important work inside of WordPress Core. Andy talks about the important topic of automatic rollbacks in WordPress, a feature aimed at revert

#138 – Isla Waite, Bet Hannon and Ryan Bracey on What to Expect From WP Accessibility Day 2024

Sep 25 2024 43 mins  
On the podcast today we have Isla Waite, Bet Hannon and Ryan Bracey. We discuss the significance of WordPress Accessibility Day, which is a 24-hour virtual conference running on 9th to the 10th October, 2024. It’s being driven by a team of passionate volunteers and is geared towards making the digital space accessible for all. We cover the logistical details, including how to reg

#137 – Jamie Marsland on Heading the WordPress YouTube Channel

Sep 18 2024 30 mins  
On the podcast today we have Jamie Marsland, who has recently become the Head of the WordPress YouTube channel at Automattic. He talks about the nature of the role and why it's more important to market WordPress than it ever has been. Jamie aims to enhance the channel’s presence and engage YouTube’s vast audience by producing valuable video content targeting diverse groups, inc