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Open Makers episodes
- How to Pitch Stories That MatterIn this Media Playbook episode, Rae Morey and Adam Weeks discuss effective pitching for WordPress stories, covering what makes a story newsworthy, and providing practical advice for successful media outreach.29 min
- WordPress Community Growth Through Alternative Gatherings and New Event FormatsThis episode of Open Event Talk discusses the significance of non-official WordPress events, emphasizing grassroots initiatives like Alt Ctrl Org that foster inclusive conversations and broaden community engagement.35 min
- The Evolving Landscape of Core Contribution and Company SponsorshipIn Open Talk on Open Source, Adam Weeks, Tammy Lister, Zach Stepek, and Tim Monner discuss the importance of contributing to WordPress, exploring various forms of contributions and the idea of sponsored support.42 min
- Transparency, Community, and the Human Touch When Selling ProductsIn this episode of "Woo Product Chat," co-hosts James and Katie chat with Miriam Schwab from Elementor about transparency in software, community engagement, and the balance of openness while navigating business strategies.43 min
- How to Tell If Your WordPress News Is Really NewsworthyIn the first of the series, Media Playbook, Rae and Adam discuss how to connect WordPress businesses with the media. They share tips on crafting newsworthy stories and building relationships for better visibility.32 min
- Video Strategy, Brand Awareness, and Conversions for WordPress Product CreatorsThis episode explores video marketing strategies with hosts Christian Taylor and Adam Weeks. They discuss timing for video investment, brand awareness versus conversions, and measuring content success.43 min
- Reinventing Careers and Building Resilience in TechZach and Carl chat with Mendel Kurland, sharing stories of resilience, reinvention, and the human side of tech, wrapping it all in laughs and life lessons.48 min
- Community Engagement Strategies for Successful WordPress PluginsIn this episode co-hosts discuss "community thinking" in WordPress plugins, highlighting the importance of user feedback and effective engagement strategies.50 min
- WordPress Multilingual, Translation and CommunityIn this episode of The WordPress Way, listen to shared insights on translating WordPress, performance boosts, community involvement, and future multilingual features. Discover the ongoing need for translators and collaboration in WordPress.49 min
- WordCamp Europe 2025 Organizers Share InsightsThis special episode is all about WordCamp Europe 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, highlighting organizers' insights on inclusivity, accessibility, childcare, workshops, and volunteer opportunities for attendees.46 min
About Open Makers
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Open Makers highlights the people behind the products, tools, and services shaping the open web. From developers and designers to entrepreneurs and community leaders, we dive into the real stories of…
what it takes to make and ship meaningful work. Guests share their insights on building with open source, navigating challenges, and finding opportunities in today’s digital landscape. Whether you’re crafting code, running a business, or exploring new ideas, Open Makers offers lessons and inspiration from those who’ve been there. Part of the Open Channels FM Network.