Crossword Yorker
Sep 19, 2025
The hosts share their nerves about interviewing Matt Mullenweg, revealing how personal familiarity added pressure. They discuss the importance of deep preparation and the impact of community controversies on their approach. The conversation shifts to cautious optimism, exploring changes in behavior and future releases. They promise to tackle hot topics like WordPress 6.9 and AI while steering clear of sensationalism. The episode wraps up with insights on future content and reflections on their unique journey.
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Unusually High Interview Nerves
- Jonathan and Luke felt unusually nervous preparing to interview Matt Mullenweg, more than prior guests.
- Their nervousness mixed respect and worry about saying something that might offend him or get them
Preparation Fueled By Stakes And History
- They prepared more than usual because this interview caps multiple seasons and connects to ongoing project tensions.
- The hosts wrestled with balancing personal feelings, fairness, and not doing a 'gotcha' interview.
Matt Came Through In Conversation
- Luke and Jonathan described the interview as honest and substantive, saying Matt was open and reasonable.
- Luke emphasized Matt was a 'champion' in the conversation and they felt grateful for his time.