

WP-Tonic | WordPress | SaaS | Bootstrap SaaS | Startups
Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen
WP-Tonic is a podcast for WordPress professionals, Bootstrap SaaS startup entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to build a business online.
We cover a large number of areas with our main show. We interview creative WordPress and startup entrepreneurs, plus online experts who share insights to help you build your online business.
Jonathan Denwood and Kurt von Ahnen host and produce the WP-Tonic podcast, which is one of the longest-running WordPress podcasts. Each episode brings you valuable insights with one goal: to help you generate more income and impact through online businesses.
We cover a large number of areas with our main show. We interview creative WordPress and startup entrepreneurs, plus online experts who share insights to help you build your online business.
Jonathan Denwood and Kurt von Ahnen host and produce the WP-Tonic podcast, which is one of the longest-running WordPress podcasts. Each episode brings you valuable insights with one goal: to help you generate more income and impact through online businesses.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 1h 3min
#926 - WP-Tonic Show: A Hosting Company's Journey Into The World of Marketing Automation
A hosting company's journey to discover innovative tactics that fueled growth and improved client relations.
In this informative interview, we take you behind the scenes of a hosting company's venture into marketing automation. Witness firsthand how they implemented innovative technologies to optimize their marketing efforts, improve lead generation, and create personalized customer experiences.
With Special Guest Tom Fanelli CEO of Convessio
#1 - Tom, what were the main business reasons for Convessio's development of its marketing automation platform?
#2 - In May 2024, Convessio bought Growmatik; what were the main lessons you and your team learned from the purchase?
#3 - What major trends have you noticed lately in hosting and providing services to WordPress agencies?
#4 - Lately, a lot of frustration has been expressed in public by some of the leading influencers and trainers in the WordPress space connected to Gutenberg. What are your thoughts connected to Gutenberg?
#5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months?
#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you?
https://convesio.com/convert/

Aug 6, 2024 • 60min
#925 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest Kevin Geary From Digitalgravy.co
What Needs To Be Done To Save The Gutenberg Project?
Save the Gutenberg Project. Discover essential actions needed to preserve this literary treasure and ensure free access to knowledge for all.
Join us in our compelling exploration of what must be done to rescue the Gutenberg Project from its current challenges. This video outlines pressing issues such as budget constraints and digital adaptation while offering actionable insights on fostering growth within this landmark initiative. Together, we can advocate for open access to knowledge.
#1 - Kevin, is it possible to build a page and website builder that meets the diverse needs of a core project that drives 40% + of all websites on the internet?
#2 - Can you explain to the audience the critical concepts around "Intrinsic Design" and your personal views connected to it being implicated in Gutenberg?
#3 - Have you any thoughts on why it seems so hard for the leadership team to admit and deal with some of the major problems of the Gutenberg project?
#4 - What are the two to three key things that need to be changed connected to the Gutenberg project as quickly as possible?
#5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months?
#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you?
Kevin Geary
https://geary.co/
https://digitalgravy.co

Jul 30, 2024 • 1h 12min
#924 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show
Don't miss out on this week's live discussion! Join us on Thursday as we delve into the newest WordPress and tech articles that have been making waves this month.
This Month's Special Guest Panelist - Jason Cohen Founder of WP-Engine & Mark Szymanski
#1 - What’s New in WordPress 6.6: New Design Elements, Synced Patterns, and More
https://nitropack.io/blog/post/wordpress-6-6
WordPress is a UI/UX Disaster - Change My Mind!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vdKSqkmUKg&t=338s
The WordPress Criticism Debate - Redressing the Balance
https://www.youtube.com/live/kgL7o5ND1kY
NEW Major WordPress Update 6.6 - DOA Dead On Arrival!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VQ9fC7KEbY
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#2 - Angry admins share the CrowdStrike outage experience
https://www.theregister.com/2024/07/19/admin_crowdstrike_update_mess/
#3 - Exciting News: BuddyBoss Is Joining The Awesome Motive Family!
https://www.buddyboss.com/buddyboss-joins-awesome-motive/
#4 - Meta Opens Door To Research On Instagram's Impact On Teens
https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/397813/meta-opens-door-to-research-on-instagrams-impact.html
------------------------------------------------- The Panel -------------------------------------------------
This Month Special Guest Panelists Jason Cohen Founder of WP-Engine & Mark Szymanski
Our Regular Monthly Panel
Heather Wilde Renze
https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherwilde/
@heathriel
Chris Badgett
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-badgett-57486325/
@ChrisBadgett
Spencer Forman
https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerforman/
@SpencerForman
Kurt von Ahnen
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
@KurtvonAhnen
@MananaNoMas
----------------------------------- Sponsors of The Show -----------------------------------
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Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
Website
https://www.wp-tonic.com/
YouTube Channel:
@wptonic
The Membership Machine Facebook Group:
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Twitter:
@wptonic_com
LinkedIn:
https://bit.ly/42ngKWr
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Jul 23, 2024 • 1h 15min
#923 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest Baldur Bjarnason
#923 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest Baldur Bjarnason
Is WordPress At It's Core A Real Open Source Project In 2024?
Discover the truth in 2024: Is WordPress genuinely open source? Explore its core origins and prospects now.
Delve into the heart of WordPress in 2024 and explore its true essence as an open-source project. Discover the evolution of this platform over the years and analyze if it still upholds the principles of transparency, collaboration, and community-driven development. Join us in uncovering whether WordPress remains an open-source project at its core today.
#1 - Baldur, what are some the critical elements of an "open-source" project in 2024? #2 - What are some of an established OS project's biggest challenges when dealing with legacy code? #3 - How effectively can an OS project deal with the problem of management by committee, or is this a real problem or just ongoing propaganda?
#4 - What do you see personally as WordPress's most significant challenges and opportunities in 2024?
#5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months?
#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you?
-------------------Guest Details ------------------
Baldur Bjarnason
https://www.baldurbjarnason.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/baldurbjarnason/?originalSubdomain=is
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----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
WP-Tonic Weekly Newsletter with the latest WordPress and tech news stories and special offers - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
Wp-Tonic sponsors' special deals and a curated list of the best WordPress plugins on the marketing in 2024 - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
-----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------
Hosts of The Show
Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
https://manananomas.com/
@MananaNoMas
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Jul 16, 2024 • 59min
#922 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest Emma Schermer Tamir From Marketing By Emma
Advice On How to Start Building a Knockout Brand in 2024
2024 Guide: Build a knockout brand with expert tips & strategies. Start your branding journey today for success in the new year.
Ready to elevate your business with a knockout brand in 2024? Our engaging show provides step-by-step guidance on creating an unforgettable brand presence that captivates audiences and drives growth. Dive into the world of branding excellence as we share valuable insights and practical strategies for success.
More About Emma
Emma Schermer Tamir helps businesses in high-competition environments become unbeatable brands. Through her proven techniques and winning strategies, Emma has led her team at Marketing by Emma to help over 2,000 businesses boost their sales and build their brands online.
As a thought leader and trusted consultant in the e-commerce and Amazon space, Emma demystifies complex topics like marketing, e-commerce, and branding. Whether she's speaking on stages across the globe, leading her team, or guiding clients, her goal is to empower everyone to tap into their curiosity to create more substantial conversions, loyal fans, and killer brands.
Emma Schermer Tamir
https://marketingbyemma.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-schermer-tamir/
https://www.youtube.com/marketingbyemma
#1 - So, Emma, what are some of the biggest mistakes you see many people make when trying to build an online brand in 2024?
#2 - What are a couple of things our audience can do that would get them on the right path connected to building a brand by the end of 2024?
#3 I recently watched one of your excellent videos titled " Why these marketing gurus are WRONG... " What were a couple of the key messages that you wanted people to get from this video?
Russell Brunson and Gary Vaynerchuk. " Liquid Death"
#4 - What were a couple of the biggest mistakes you made on your journey connected to building your on online business brand that you like to share with the audience?
#5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months?
#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you?
-------------------Guest Details ------------------
Emma Schermer Tamir
https://marketingbyemma.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-schermer-tamir/
https://www.youtube.com/marketingbyemma
----------------Sponsors------------------
Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
WP-Tonic Weekly Newsletter with the latest WordPress and tech news stories and special offers - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
Wp-Tonic sponsors' special deals and a curated list of the best WordPress plugins on the marketing in 2024 - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
-----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------
Hosts of The Show
Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
https://manananomas.com/
@MananaNoMas

Jul 8, 2024 • 1h 2min
#921 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest ionut Neagu, Founder of Themeisle
#921 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest ionut Neagu, Founder of Themeisle
How To Build A Multi-Million Dollar WordPress-Based Business
Learn the secrets to building a multi-million dollar business with WordPress. Transform your ideas into profit today.
From setting up your website to implementing effective marketing strategies, this video covers everything you need to know. Learn from industry experts and successful entrepreneurs who have built thriving businesses on the WordPress platform. Ready to turn your passion into profit?
#1 - Ionut, can you give us some more background info on how you started Themeisle and when you felt you had a natural market fit?
#2 - If you were advising somebody who was looking to build a plugin or theme in the WordPress marketplace of 2024, what would be a couple of crucial things you would share with them?
#3 - I wonder if you can share a couple of the biggest mistakes you have made connected to building up Themeisle and how you overcame these mistakes.
#4 - What are a couple of the biggest challenges that WordPress, in general, faces in the next couple of years?
#5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months?
#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you?
-------------------Guest Details ------------------
Ionut Neagu
https://themeisle.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/neaguionut/
----------------Sponsors------------------
Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
WP-Tonic Weekly Newsletter with the latest WordPress and tech news stories and special offers - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
Wp-Tonic sponsors' special deals and a curated list of the best WordPress plugins on the marketing in 2024 - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
-----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------
Hosts of The Show
Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
https://manananomas.com/
@MananaNoMas
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Jul 2, 2024 • 1h 9min
#920 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Live Round Table Show
Don't miss out on this week's live discussion! Join us on Thursday as we delve into the newest WordPress and tech articles that have been making waves this month.
This Month's Special Guest Panelist - Mark Szymanski - https://markszymanski.co/
#1 - Major record labels sue AI company behind ‘BBL Drizzy’
https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/24/24184710/riaa-ai-lawsuit-suno-udio-copyright-umg-sony-warner
#2 - What Would We Do with the Keys to the Kingdom?
https://thewpminute.com/what-would-we-do-with-the-keys-to-the-kingdom/
Baldur Bjarnason
https://www.baldurbjarnason.com/2024/rotten-wordpress/
#3 - US sues Adobe for hiding termination fees and making it difficult to cancel subscriptions
https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/17/us-sues-adobe-for-hiding-termination-fees-and-making-it-difficult-to-cancel-subscriptions/
#4 - Wix's Masterplan to conquer WordPress: The Inside Story!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjZ87BIIZxI&t=582s
#5 - CDK hack upends US auto industry, sending dealers back to paper forms
https://www.reuters.com/technology/cybersecurity/ripple-effect-cdk-hack-widens-more-us-auto-dealers-flag-hit-2024-06-24/
#6 - Google’s E-E-A-T Guidelines: How to Show Experience in Content
https://torquemag.io/2024/04/google-e-e-a-t-guidelines/
------------------------------------------------- The Panel -------------------------------------------------
This Month Special Guest Panelists David Risley & Jeff Chandler
Mark Szymanski
https://markszymanski.co/
me@markszymanski.co
https://markszymanski.co/ Our Regular Monthly Panel
Heather Wilde Renze
https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherwilde/
@heathriel
Chris Badgett
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-badgett-57486325/
@ChrisBadgett
Spencer Forman
https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerforman/
@SpencerForman
Kurt von Ahnen
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
@KurtvonAhnen
@MananaNoMas
----------------------------------- Sponsors of The Show -----------------------------------
Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
Website
https://www.wp-tonic.com/
YouTube Channel:
@wptonic
The Membership Machine Facebook Group:
https://bit.ly/3W9r4gb
Twitter:
@wptonic_com
LinkedIn:
https://bit.ly/42ngKWr
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Jun 25, 2024 • 52min
#919 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest Ryan Robinson From Rightblogger.com
We Discuss How To Use Blogging The Right Way in 2024
Master blogging in 2024 with expert tips on using it effectively. Learn how to blog the right way for success. Dive in now.
Step into the future of blogging with our in-depth exploration of best practices for 2024. Learn how to craft compelling blog posts, leverage social media platforms, and implement effective marketing strategies for success. Our panel of industry experts offers practical advice and insider tips on navigating the ever-changing digital landscape. Take your blog to new heights by watching our informative video today!
Special Guest Ryan Robinson From Rightblogger.com
#1—Rob, can you give the audience some background info on how you got into the world of blogging and online marketing?
#2 - Can you tell me about your SaaS Rightblogger.com, what it does, and who it is aimed at?
#3 - What are some of the biggest things you have learned about building up Rightblogger?
#4—What have some of the significant problems you and your team had to overcome related to building up?
#5—How do you see AI changing online business, including your own, in the next 18 months?
#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you
-------------------Guest Details ------------------
Ryan Robinson
https://www.ryrob.com/
https://rightblogger.com/
----------------Sponsors------------------
Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
WP-Tonic Weekly Newsletter with the latest WordPress and tech news stories and special offers - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
Wp-Tonic sponsors' special deals and a curated list of the best WordPress plugins on the marketing in 2024 - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
-----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------
Hosts of The Show
Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
https://manananomas.com/
@MananaNoMas
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Jun 18, 2024 • 48min
#918 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress With Special Guest Justin Chen Pickfu
Bootstrapping A Side Project Into a Successful Business
Learn how to transform your side project into a profitable venture through smart bootstrapping techniques.
Uncover the secrets behind transforming an idea into a full-fledged business with our captivating show on bootstrapping a side project to success. Explore proven strategies, learn from the experiences of successful founders, and get inspired to kickstart your own entrepreneurial journey. Ready to make your side hustle thrive?
With Special Guest Justin Chen Pickfu
#1 - Justin, can you give the tribe some background information that led you to start Pickfu?
#2—What do you see as some of the major problems that Pickful solves for users, and what is its ideal target user group?
#3—What are a couple of major lessons you have learned building up Pickfu that you can share with the audience?"
#4 - What has been the biggest mistake you have made connected with your journey with Pickfu?
#5—How do you see AI changing online business including your own in the next 18 months?
#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of you.
-------------------Guest Details ------------------
Justin Chen
https://www.pickfu.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinchen/
----------------------------------------------------------------------Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
WP- Tonic Weekly Newsletter with the latest WordPress and tech news stories and special offers - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
Wp-Tonic sponsor's special deals and a curated list of the best WordPress plugins on the marketing in 2024 - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
-----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------
Hosts of The Show
Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
https://manananomas.com/
@MananaNoMas

Jun 10, 2024 • 1h 3min
#917 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress Developer's Experiences Using GeneratePress in 2024
WordPress Developer's Experiences Using GeneratePress in 2024
With Special Guest Jonathan Jernigan
Get the inside scoop on GeneratePress from WordPress developers in 2024. Elevate your site with cutting-edge strategies and techniques.
Join us as we journey through 2024 with WordPress developers sharing their stories about using GeneratePress to create stunning websites. Get an insider's perspective on how this versatile theme streamlines workflows, enhances user experiences and drives innovation in web development. Curious about what lies ahead?
#1—Jonathan, can you give us some bio info about how you got into web design/development, with an emphasis on using WordPress?
#2 - You seem to be publicly a big fan and user of GeneratePress. What key things do you like connected to this page builder compared to something like Bricks?
#3 - What are some of your own views connected to Gutenberg and full-page editing and the general direction of WordPress at the present moment?
#4—Can you provide some information on the most significant things you have learned about one of the leads behind the Pie Calendar?
#5—You now seem to be doing some work for HEY Calendar and its team. Can you give some insights into what this has been like?
#6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of your career and business journey, what essential piece of advice would you give yourself?
-------------------Guest Details ------------------
Jonathan Jernigan
https://piecalendar.com/
https://jonathanjernigan.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanjernigan/
----------------------------------------------------------------------Omnisend - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
Convesio - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
WP-Tonic Weekly Newsletter with the latest WordPress and tech news stories and special offers - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
Wp-Tonic sponsors' special deals and a curated list of the best WordPress plugins on the marketing in 2024 - https://bit.ly/3ZZSlEK
-----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------
Hosts of The Show
Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
https://manananomas.com/
@MananaNoMas
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