Discover AI & WordPress pros and cons! From automated content creation to security risks - get the complete guide to using AI with WordPress.

Our Special Guest This Week Is Matt Medeiros of Gravity Forms & The WP Minute Podcast

In this week's show, we delve into the powerful intersection of AI and WordPress, uncovering its advantages and pitfalls. From enhancing content creation to potential automation challenges, we explore how AI can streamline your workflow while also presenting ethical dilemmas. Join us as we dissect the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of integrating AI in your WordPress projects.

Our Special Guest This Week Is Matt Medeiros of Gravity Forms & The WP Minute Podcast

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How To Build a Successful Plugin Business in 2025 With Special Guest Devin Walker of RollBack Pro & Give WP

Learn how to build a successful plugin business in 2025 with proven strategies, monetization tips, and market insights. Start your profitable journey today.

In this video, we explore the key strategies for establishing a successful plugin business in 2025. From identifying niche markets to optimizing user experience, we cover the key elements that drive growth and profitability. Discover the latest trends in technology, marketing strategies, and customer engagement that can differentiate your plugin in a competitive landscape.

With Special Guest Devin Walker

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https://wprollback.com/

#1 - Devin, can you provide the tribe with some more background information on how you got into web development, especially WordPress?

#2 - You are best known in the WordPress world as the joint founder of GiveWP and the founder of WP Rollback. Do you have any tips or insights that you wish you had known during your journey with these two projects?

#3 - What are a couple of key things that you feel people need to understand about the WordPress premium plugin marketplace?

#4 - What are a couple of things that excite you in the WordPress marketplace that you feel there is the possibility of real growth in the next 18 months?

#5— Are there any AI tools or services you have been using remotely or regularly that you would like to share with the WP-Tonic tribe?

#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of your career, what advice would you give?

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We Discuss The Challenges of Building a Real Online Community in 2025

With Special Guest Casey Woo, The Founder & CEO of The Operators Guild

Casey Woo is a public market investor turned proven multi-stage, high-growth technology COO/CFO with over 20 years of experience at high-growth startups. I’ve seen a lot, aged a lot, and love it a lot… I also lead a community of over 1,200 of the world’s top operators (@Operators Guild) and invest (@FOG Ventures).

#1 - Casey, can you provide the tribe with some more detailed information on your background and what led you to start Casey Woo?

#2 - What have been some of the major challenges that you can share with us connected to building and developing an online community?

#3 - Casey, I had the opportunity to interview David Siegel, CEO of Meetup, and he shared his personal experiences connected to working at WeWork with Adam Neumann and his wife, Rebekah. I wonder if you could share a couple of stories with us that have stayed with you, connected to this period of your life?

#4 - I personally feel we facing one of the biggest technology bubbles in history, connected to AI and OpenAI, and its CEO, Sam Altman. What are your thoughts on this?

#5— Are there any AI tools or services you have been using remotely or regularly that you would like to share with the WP-Tonic tribe?

#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of your career, what advice would you give?

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WordPress and Tech Stories of The Month. Get the insights you need now.

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This Month's Special Guest Panelist Toby Cryns, Owner of The Might Mo Agency

#1 - WordPress Project Launches New Experimental Core Program Team

https://www.therepository.email/wordpress-project-launches-new-experimental-core-program-team

Nick Hamze’s ‘Cool Kids’ Post Kicks Off Fresh Debate on WordPress’s Image Problem

https://www.therepository.email/nick-hamzes-cool-kids-post-kicks-off-fresh-debate-on-wordpresss-image-problem

#2 - Google begins its battle for the ‘unofficial currency of the internet’

https://www.theverge.com/policy/783285/google-doj-ad-tech-remedies-trial

#3 - What Do AI Site Builders Mean for Freelancers?

https://thewpminute.com/what-do-ai-site-builders-mean-for-freelancers/

#4 - The Worldcoin Scam Just Got Way Worse (Is this everything we need to know about Sam Altman?)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAaIRWjKAmw

#5 - Court Dismisses Antitrust and Extortion Claims in WP Engine v Automattic, Allows Other Counts to Proceed

https://www.therepository.email/court-dismisses-antitrust-and-extortion-claims-in-wp-engine-v-automattic-allows-other-counts-to-proceed

#6 - YouTuber’s Secret Shopper Project Reveals Gaps in Customer Support at Hosting Companies

https://www.therepository.email/youtubers-secret-shopper-project-reveals-gaps-in-customer-support-at-hosting-companies

This Month's Special Guest Panelist Toby Cryns, Owner of The Might Mo Agency - https://themightymo.com/

Our Regular Monthly Panel

Heather Wilde Renze

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@heathriel

978 - WP-Tonic Show: We Discuss Local SEO and Speed to Lead in 2025

Master Local SEO and Speed to Lead techniques that convert searchers into customers instantly. Transform your local marketing today.

In this show, we dive into the essential elements of Local SEO and its impact on your business's visibility. Discover how optimizing your online presence can attract local customers and drive foot traffic to your store. We also explore the concept of Speed to Lead, explaining why quick responses to inquiries can significantly enhance conversion rates. Join us as we unpack these crucial strategies for success — don’t miss out, watch now.

With Special Guests Ken Tucker From Change Scape Web Agency - https://changescapeweb.com/

#1 - Ken, can you give the tribe some more info on your background and how you got into running a digital marketing agency?

#2 - What have been some of the major changes in Local SEO over the last couple of years?

#3 - What are some of the biggest misconceptions small business owners have about adopting AI, and how do you help them overcome those fears?

#4 - You emphasize that Changescape builds “websites that generate customers.” What are the most critical elements that turn a website from being a digital brochure into a true lead-generating machine?

#5— Are there any AI tools or services you have been using remotely or regularly that you would like to share with the WP-Tonic tribe?

#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of your career, what advice would you give?

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Why Being A Guest On A Podcast Is A Great Idea

Discover why being a guest on a podcast boosts your brand, expands your network, and positions you as an industry expert. Start your podcast tour today.

Discover why appearing as a guest on a podcast can be a game-changer for you! In this informative show, we highlight the advantages of sharing your insights and experiences with a new audience. You’ll learn how podcasts can enhance your visibility, establish authority, and create valuable networking opportunities. Curious about how to get started?

With Special Guest - Molly Ruland From HeartCastmedia

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#1 - Molly, can you give the tribe a bit more info on your background and how did you got into podcasting?

#2 - What do you see as the benefits for people going on podcasts to be interviewed?

#3 - Do you see any trends developing in podcasting that you can share with our tribe?

#4 - How does podcasting integrate with other online marketing, like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok?

#5— Are there any AI tools or services you have been using remotely or regularly that you would like to share with the WP-Tonic tribe?

#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of your career, what advice would you give?

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Unlock the power of podcasting in 2025 with proven strategies for growth, monetization, and audience building. Your complete guide to podcast success.

In this insightful video, we explore the transformative power of podcasting in 2025. Discover how technological advancements and evolving listener preferences are reshaping the podcasting landscape. We delve into key trends, successful strategies, and the unique ways podcasts are influencing communication and storytelling. Join us as we dissect the future of this dynamic medium.

With Special Guest Robert Plank of DFY Podcasting - https://www.dfypodcast.com/

#1 - Robert, can you give some more detailed info on how you got into podcasting and helping other creators in the field?

#2 - With all the changes connected to AI, I personally see podcasting as becoming more important for any individual and company. What are your own thoughts on this?

#3 - What advice would you give somebody looking to start a podcast in 2025?

#4 - How does YouTube work with podcasting?

#5— Are there any AI tools or services you have been using remotely or regularly that you would like to share with the WP-Tonic tribe?

#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of your career, what advice would you give?

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Discover the month's must-know WordPress and tech stories in our latest video! We explore key updates, fascinating innovations, and expert commentary that are vital for anyone involved in the digital realm. Our engaging discussion keeps you informed and inspired as you navigate your tech journey. Don’t wait—watch now to catch up on what matters most in WordPress and technology.

Marc Benzakein of MainWP

#1 - Automattic Pushes WP Engine to Hand Over Evidence of Customer Confusion (Rae Morey)

https://www.therepository.email/automattic-pushes-wp-engine-to-hand-over-evidence-of-customer-confusion

USPTO Rejects WordPress Foundation’s Bid to Trademark “Managed WordPress” and “Hosted WordPress”

https://www.therepository.email/uspto-rejects-wordpress-foundations-bid-to-trademark-managed-wordpress-and-hosted-wordpress

#2 - OpenAI's Sam Altman sees AI bubble forming as industry spending surges

https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/openais-sam-altman-sees-ai-bubble-forming-industry-spending-surges-rcna225652

Is GPT-5 a "phenomenal" success or an "underwhelming" failure?

https://www.understandingai.org/p/is-gpt-5-a-phenomenal-success-or

An MIT report that 95% of AI pilots fail spooked investors. But it’s the reason why those pilots failed that should make the C-suite anxious

https://fortune.com/2025/08/21/an-mit-report-that-95-of-ai-pilots-fail-spooked-investors-but-the-reason-why-those-pilots-failed-is-what-should-make-the-c-suite-anxious/

Sam Altman Open AI

Dario Amodei. - co-founder and CEO of Anthropic,

#3 - The Case for WordPress: A Platform Built for Builders (Maria Ansari)

https://thewpminute.com/the-case-for-wordpress-a-platform-built-for-builders/

#4 - MIT report: 95% of generative AI pilots at companies are failing

https://fortune.com/2025/08/18/mit-report-95-percent-generative-ai-pilots-at-companies-failing-cfo/

MIT report misunderstood: Shadow AI economy booms while headlines cry failure

https://venturebeat.com/ai/mit-report-misunderstood-shadow-ai-economy-booms-while-headlines-cry-failure/

#5 - Patchstack Case Study Finds Hosting Defenses Fail Against 87.8% of WordPress Exploits (Rae Morey)

https://www.therepository.email/patchstack-case-study-finds-hosting-defenses-fail-against-87-8-of-wordpress-exploits

#6 - Silicon Valley is full of wealthy men who think they’re victims, says Nick Clegg

https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/aug/23/nick-clegg-silicon-valley-self-pity-wealthy-men

Our Regular Monthly Panel

Heather Wilde Renze

https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherwilde/

@heathriel

Marc Benzakein

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-benzakein/

@MarcBenzak

Spencer Forman

https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerforman/

@SpencerForman

Kurt von Ahnen

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/

@KurtvonAhnen