Open Web Conversations

By Open Channels FM

Open Web Conversations brings you thoughtful interviews and stories from across the evolving open web. We cover the Fediverse, emerging tech, developer tools, and the movement toward digital openness.... more

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The podcast currently has 245 episodes available.

Open Web Conversations episodes:

July 21, 2026 The Growth of Domain Names and the Future of AI in Internet Identity
This episode looks at the evolving online landscape, focusing on domain names, digital identity, and AI's influence. Key insights include rising domain registrations, AI in managing abuse, and the importance of open source.
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31min
July 13, 2026 Understanding Open Source Law and AI Impacts in Modern Software Development
In this Open Web Conversations episode, host Anne Bovelett chats with lawyer Carlo Piana about open source software's legal challenges, AI's impact on coding, and the importance of proper licensing and attribution.
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56min
June 18, 2026 AI Hype and Hope Navigating Optimism and Skepticism
In this episode, hosts and guests share diverse perspectives on AI's rise, touching on its potential, challenges, and how it's reshaping industries and human interaction.
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14min
June 09, 2026 Rethinking Developer Life and Productivity with Rapid AI Advancements
In this episode of Open Web Conversations, Zach Stepek and Carl Alexander discuss with Alex Standiford the impact of AI on developers, highlighting productivity, burnout, workflow changes, and the necessity of setting boundaries in this rapidly evolving landscape.
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1h 12min
May 14, 2026 Challenges and Wins of Developer Advocacy Plus OpenTelemetry and Neurodiversity in Modern Tech
In this episode, hostsCarl Alexander and guest Diana Todia discuss neurodiversity in tech and the role of Developer Relations, emphasizing the importance of community support, open source contributions, and the growing significance of OpenTelemetry for observability.
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54min
May 13, 2026 Revisiting Web Intents and the Ongoing Challenges of Decentralized Web Services
In a conversation about the future of the open web, Paul Kinlan and Matthias Pfefferle explore the challenges of decentralized identity, interoperability, and potential solutions like Web Intents, advocating for user-centric systems.
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1h 34min
May 12, 2026 TYPO3’s Unique Structure and Global Expansion in Open Source CMS
TYPO3, an open-source CMS, is distinguished by its community-driven governance, robust support, and innovative technology. Version 14 focuses on enhancing user experience and expanding into North America.
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36min
April 16, 2026 Podcasting 2.0: The Open Source Movement Reshaping How We Create and Consume Audio
This episode explores Podcasting 2.0, highlighting community-driven enhancements to RSS, the balance of distribution platforms, and evolving podcast formats.
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46min
April 14, 2026 Lessons from Two Decades of Open Source and the Social Internet
In this episode, host Matthias Pfefferle chats with software engineer Will Norris, discussing his extensive contributions to open standards, federated identity, and open source, particularly within the WordPress ecosystem and the evolution of decentralized social networking.
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1h 4min
April 02, 2026 FAIR Package Management for TYPO3
Key figures from the FAIR TYPO3 hackathon discuss the platform-agnostic FAIR protocol, its integration with TYPO3, and advancements in digital goods distribution across multiple systems.
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16min

FAQs about Open Web Conversations:

How many episodes does Open Web Conversations have?

The podcast currently has 245 episodes available.