
Press This WordPress Community Podcast
Dive into the heart of WordPress with “Press This,” a podcast that delivers valuable insights and actionable tips for navigating the ever-evolving world of WordPress. Join host Brian Gardner, WordPress Advocate at WP Engine, as he explores various topics with community members, from the block editor to building a WordPress business.
Latest episodes

Mar 19, 2024 • 23min
The Business of WordPress
In celebration of DE{CODE} 2024, we talked with Miriam Schwab, Head of WordPress Relations at Elementor, about the evolving landscape of WordPress entrepreneurship. From agency work to startup ventures, Miriam shares insights on building successful businesses with WordPress, ahead of her appearance at DE{CODE} 2024. Discover trends shaping the WordPress business ecosystem and Elementor's latest innovations.For more info on DE{CODE} go to https://wpengine.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/press-this-wordpress-community-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 12, 2024 • 25min
What happens at the intersection of culture, creativity and tech
Today, we're exploring the intersection of culture, creativity, and technology with Lawrence Edmondson, founder at Eat Big Digital. Lawrence shares insights on how technology and creativity intersect, shaping cultural shifts over the past decades.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/press-this-wordpress-community-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 27, 2024 • 28min
The Creator of the Hashtag Talks About The Future of WordPress and the Open Web
In this podcast, the inventor of the hashtag, Chris Messina, discusses the future of WordPress and the open web. Topics include the evolution of WordPress, decentralizing the web, open-web standards, and changes in SEO. A fascinating conversation on reshaping our online experience.

Feb 20, 2024 • 28min
Improving Learning Pathways on Learn.WordPress.org
Jonathan Bossenger discusses enhancing learning pathways at Learn.WordPress.org for new users, developers & contributors. Also, talks about creating 'Dodge' game using WordPress Activity API, video game development, and future gaming projects.

Feb 13, 2024 • 24min
Empowering WordPress Learners: Nyasha Green talks about WordPress education
On this episode of Press This, we talk with Nyasha Green, a LinkedIn Learning Instructor and WordPress contributor, about her newest class, "Introduction to Custom Block Building". We also talk about Nyasha's journey into WordPress development and lessons she learned while creating WP tutorials. https://www.linkedin.com/learning/wordpress-introduction-to-custom-block-building.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/press-this-wordpress-community-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 6, 2024 • 28min
Word Around The Campfire
This week our special guests, Aurooba Ahmed and Mike Davey, walk us through the latest WordPress news. We talk about a new proposal to test out GatherPress as an alternative to MeetUp.com, and then we read through a hilarious Reddit thread about how to deal with WP clients who won't pay their bills. We also talk about upcoming WordCamps like WordCamp Asia and WordCamp Canada.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/press-this-wordpress-community-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 30, 2024 • 26min
The best practices for WordPress marketing
What are the best practices for growing fans of your WordPress product? In this episode of Press This, Doc Pop interviews Adam Weeks, co-founder of Cirrus Influence, a PR marketing agency specializing in WordPress products. Adam shares insights into building a loyal user base, the challenges of marketing within the WordPress ecosystem, and the importance of simplifying messaging. The conversation also explores the hero's journey in marketing and strategies for maintaining and recruiting users. Tune in for valuable tips on marketing your WordPress product and creating loyal fans.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/press-this-wordpress-community-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 23, 2024 • 25min
Own Your Own Content
In this week's episode of Press This, we discuss the rapid evolution of platforms and the importance of content ownership with Seth Goldstein, a WordPress and marketing expert with more than 15 years of experience. We delve into his latest Substack article, "For Crying Out Loud, Own Your Own Content", exploring his shift from Substack to WordPress for his newsletter. Seth shares the tools he utilized, the challenges encountered, and his belief in prioritizing self-hosted content before sharing on social media.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/press-this-wordpress-community-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 16, 2024 • 23min
Exploring WordPress education with Nathan Ingram from Solid Academy
Nathan Ingram, host at Solid Academy and a WordCamp organizer, shares insights into WordPress education and the evolving landscape of web development. They discuss AI integration, SolidWP's rebranding, challenges of content creation using AI, and future plans for Solid Academy.

Jan 9, 2024 • 27min
Our Thoughts On the State Of The Word
On this episode of Press This, Doc Pop and Mike Davey talk about the recent "State of the Word" address that Matt Mullenweg gave in Madrid. We recap some of the most interesting moments from the talk and our opinions on "data liberation", the state of the fediverse, collaborative editing, and how WordPress can interact with WebAssembly in 2024. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/press-this-wordpress-community-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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