WordPress Plugins from A to Z

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WordPress Plugins from A to Z

New WordPress Plugins & News weekly. With over 60k plugins and growing for WordPress; how do you sort the gems from the junk? Your hosts Amber Overall & John Overall take you behind the scenes to uncover some of the great (and not so great) plugins for WordPress. Save yourself hours of time and effort. Listen Live at YouTube. WP Plugins A to Z Live.

  1. NOV 26

    Behind The Scenes of WordPress Plugins: Plugins Exposed with Critical Errors

    Behind The Scenes of WordPress Plugins: Plugins Exposed with Critical Errors   ‘good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you happen to be hiding out there on the globe today! Coming to you LIVE from …'   Salutations and Some Reminders: Welcome to Episode 637 – Behind The Scenes of WordPress Plugins: Plugins Exposed with Critical Errors – We've got a couple of great in-depth plugins to cover for you, some recent news in both the WordPress World and the Tech World in general, and some awesome WordPress Tips! It's getting close to that time when the Christmas songs enter into the household – well, some people out there I am sure already have their decorations up, the seasonal music playing and love it. Myself, I am more of a Halloween person, and have strictly forbidden the seasonal music within the house until December 1st – so soon I shall also join the festivities of the Holiday Season! Remember to keep yourself warm and dry out there, last thing you need is to catch cold or flu! For the adults, a quick nip of a good whiskey in the evening helps. 😉   A few reminders before we start the show today…. Reminders: * Be sure to check out our newer news thing called N3w$ 4 Y0u! You can find it on our homepage right next to the latest podcast, and on our left-hand menu! * Show starts at 12:30pm Pacific Time every other week on Monday! Join in for the pre-stream entertainment at about 12:15ish! You'll find the show notes on the home page of wppluginsatoz.com within 24(ish) hours after every show! * This is a value for value show dear listeners, help us get some loven by hitting some like buttons, sharing an episode or two, or lovingly forcing your family members to listen to us by cranking our show way up! After all, you can't go wrong helping out the longest running WordPress Podcast! Don't run away at the end either as we have some awesome Q&A coming up at the end! Sometimes they are questions specifically designed to help people new to the industry out, sometimes they are more intricate questions designed to help those with a little more experience out, or at least get people thinking. Worth checking out! ...When you see this in the notes, it means we didn't read this on the show. The only way to find this information out is to read our Show Notes! …You can send any questions/suggestions or notes saying ‘hi' over to me at amber@wppro.ca, or hit up our site wpppluginsatoz.com/contact – Be creative with the title so that the spammer eater doesn't eat your note though!   Let's start the show with this weeks Featured Artist: Artist:  Grok! You can check him and his artistic talents out by going here and following the directions. You will wind up being re-routed to here, and although you are getting a sort of lame version you will at least be getting an idea of the real Grok! The other option, and the best one really 'cause you will be able to get the full version of Grok, is to go to the X (formally Twitter) site and pay for premium for proper access to Grok. We would love some new art from our Producers out there! If you are so inclined, you can send it into us at https://wppluginsatoz.com/artwork/. If you need some inspiration, you can always go to our site wppluginsatoz.com and check out our Art Vaults – you will find the lin...

    53 min
  2. NOV 12

    WordPress’s Dramatic Leap Forward: From Well-Knitted Sweater to Soap Opera Star

    WordPress's Dramatic Leap Forward: From Well-Knitted Sweater to Soap Opera Star   ‘good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you happen to be hiding out there on the globe today! Coming to you LIVE from …'   Salutations and Some Reminders: Welcome to Episode 636 – WordPress's Dramatic Leap Forward: From Well-Knitted Sweater to Soap Opera Star – We've got a couple of great in-depth plugins to cover for you, some recent news in both the WordPress World and the Tech World in general, and some awesome WordPress Tips! Hello one and all, May your Remembrance Day Experience Be Pleasant!! Hope everyone is keeping warm and dry – I know in the Northern area of our beautiful land, they are already battling the snow, and that kinda sucks, but at least it's drier snow then what we get down here! For those down here with me where it is raining non stop, be sure to keep yourselves dry as possible. Change out of those wet clothes when you get home, maybe the adults can grab a nip of whiskey in your hot chocolate once you're home and dry too!   A few reminders before we start the show today…. Reminders: * Be sure to check out our newer news thing called N3w$ 4 Y0u! You can find it on our homepage right next to the latest podcast, and on our left-hand menu! * Show starts at 12:30pm Pacific Time every other week on Monday! Join in for the pre-stream entertainment at about 12:15ish! You'll find the show notes on the home page of wppluginsatoz.com within 24(ish) hours after every show! * This is a value for value show dear listeners, help us get some loven by hitting some like buttons, sharing an episode or two, or lovingly forcing your family members to listen to us by cranking our show way up! After all, you can't go wrong helping out the longest running WordPress Podcast! Don't run away at the end either as we have some awesome Q&A coming up at the end! Sometimes they are questions specifically designed to help people new to the industry out, sometimes they are more intricate questiions designed to help those with a little more experience out, or at least get people thinking. Worth checking out! ...When you see this in the notes, it means we didn't read this on the show. The only way to find this information out is to read our Show Notes! …You can send any questions/suggestions or notes saying ‘hi' over to me at amber@wppro.ca, or hit up our site wpppluginsatoz.com/contact – Be creative with the title so that the spammer eater doesn't eat your note though!   Let's start the show with this weeks Featured Artist: Artist:  Grok! You can check him and his artistic talents out by going here and following the directions. You will wind up being re-routed to here, and although you are getting a sort of lame version you will at least be getting an idea of the real Grok! The other option, and the best one really 'cause you will be able to get the full version of Grok, is to go to the X (formally Twitter) site and pay for premium for proper access to Grok. We would love some new art from our Producers out there! If you are so inclined, you can send it into us at https://wppluginsatoz.com/artwork/. If you need some inspiration, you can always go to our site wppluginsatoz.com and check out our Art Vaults – you will find the link for it on the left hand side...

    42 min
  3. OCT 29

    Chrono-Crisis: WordPress Users Frantically Update as Time Slips Away

    Chrono-Crisis: WordPress Users Frantically Update as Time Slips Away   – ‘good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you happen to be hiding out there on the globe today! Coming to you LIVE from …'   Salutations and Some Reminders: Welcome to Episode 635 – Chrono Crisis: WordPress Users Frantically Update as Time Slips Away – We've got a couple of great in-depth plugins to cover for you, some recent news in both the WordPress World and the Tech World in general, and some awesome WordPress Tips! The day of spooky season is coming up! Hopefully everyone out there has figured out SOMEthing to wear – I haven't yet, but my teens have! And they HAVE stated that if I do not figure out what to wear, they will figure out something for me – nothing like the threat of being dressed by teens to get a parent moving! Still looking for any suggestions from those out there who are good with games! Thoughts on creating this idea of Plugin Battle Royale? Shoot me a message at amber@wppro.ca! Good or bad ideas – the worse the better 'cause usually genius comes from the supposed ‘bad' ideas – all are welcome! And don't worry, you will absolutely get credit! Unless you don't want it and wand to remain anonymous – that's an option too! A few reminders before we start the show today…. Reminders: * Be sure to check out our newer news thing called N3w$ 4 Y0u! You can find it on our homepage right next to the latest podcast, and on our left-hand menu! * Show starts at 12:30pm Pacific Time every other week on Monday! Join in for the pre-stream entertainment at about 12:15ish! You'll find the show notes on the home page of wppluginsatoz.com within 24(ish) hours after every show! * This is a value for value show dear listeners, help us get some loven by hitting some like buttons, sharing an episode or two, or lovingly forcing your family members to listen to us by cranking our show way up! After all, you can't go wrong helping out the longest running WordPress Podcast! Don't run away at the end either – we got some good questions and some awesome conversation coming up! ...When you see this in the notes, it means we didn't read this on the show. The only way to find this information out is to read our Show Notes! …You can send any questions/suggestions or notes saying ‘hi' over to me at amber@wppro.ca, or hit up our site wpppluginsatoz.com/contact – Be creative with the title so that the spammer eater doesn't eat your note though!   Let's start the show with this weeks Featured Artist: Artist:  Grok! You can check him and his artistic talents out by going here and following the directions. You will wind up being re-routed to here, and although you are getting a sort of lame version you will at least be getting an idea of the real Grok! The other option, and the best one really 'cause you will be able to get the full version of Grok, is to go to the X (formally Twitter) site and pay for premium for proper access to Grok. We would love some new art from our Producers out there! If you are so inclined, you can send it into us at https://wppluginsatoz.com/artwork/. If you need some inspiration, you can always go to our site wppluginsatoz.

    45 min
  4. OCT 1

    The Mad Hatter’s Logo Party

    WordPress in Wonderland: The Mad Hatter's Logo Party   – ‘good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you happen to be hiding out there on the globe today! Coming to you LIVE from …'   Salutations and Some Reminders: Welcome to Episode 634 – WordPress in Wonderland: The Mad Hatter's Logo Party – We've got a couple of great in-depth plugins to cover for you, some recent news in both the WordPress World and the Tech World in general, and some awesome WordPress Tips! FINALLY! The weather is cool enough! Now give us humans about a week of this cooler weather and we will all be whining that we can't wait for summer. We humans are so fickle that way! Remember to keep yourself dry and warm, especially in these season changes! Still looking for any suggestions from those out there who are good with games! Thoughts on creating this idea of Plugin Battle Royale? Shoot me a message at amber@wppro.ca! Good or bad ideas – the worse the better 'cause usually genius comes from the supposed ‘bad' ideas – all are welcome! And don't worry, you will absolutely get credit! Unless you don't want it and wand to remain anonymous – that's an option too! A few reminders before we start the show today…. Reminders: * Be sure to check out our newer news thing called N3w$ 4 Y0u! You can find it on our homepage right next to the latest podcast, and on our left-hand menu! * Show starts at 12:30pm Pacific Time every other week on Monday! Join in for the pre-stream entertainment at about 12:15ish! You'll find the show notes on the home page of wppluginsatoz.com within 24(ish) hours after every show! * This is a value for value show dear listeners, help us get some loven by hitting some like buttons, sharing an episode or two, or lovingly forcing your family members to listen to us by cranking our show way up! After all, you can't go wrong helping out the longest running WordPress Podcast! Don't run away at the end either – we got some good questions and some awesome conversation coming up! ...When you see this in the notes, it means we didn't read this on the show. The only way to find this information out is to read our Show Notes! …You can send any questions/suggestions or notes saying ‘hi' over to me at amber@wppro.ca, or hit up our site wpppluginsatoz.com/contact – Be creative with the title so that the spammer eater doesn't eat your note though!   Let's start the show with this weeks Featured Artist: Artist:  Grok! You can check him and his artistic talents out by going here and following the directions. You will wind up being re-routed to here, and although you are getting a sort of lame version you will at least be getting an idea of the real Grok! The other option, and the best one really 'cause you will be able to get the full version of Grok, is to go to the X (formally Twitter) site and pay for premium for proper access to Grok. Grok has done it again! Beautiful! We would love some new art from our Producers out there! If you are so inclined, you can send it into us at https://wppluginsatoz.com/artwork/. If you need some inspiration, you can always go to our site wppluginsatoz.com and check out our Art Vaults – you will find the link for it on the left hand side.

    38 min
  5. SEPT 17

    Llamas in Space: The Woolly Frontier

    Llamas in Space: The Woolly Frontier   – ‘good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you happen to be hiding out there on the globe today! Coming to you LIVE from …'   Salutations & Reminders: Welcome to Episode 633 – Llamas in Space: The Woolly Frontier – We've got a couple of great in-depth plugins to cover for you, some recent news in both the WordPress World and the Tech World in general, and some awesome WordPress Tips! Hoping everyone is keeping well with the oncoming season changes! I know my humans-in-training and I are starting to feel a little blah as the weather shifts and changes around us. Still looking for any suggestions from those out there who are good with games! Thoughts on creating this idea of Plugin Battle Royale? Shoot me a message at amber@wppro.ca! Good or bad ideas – the worse the better 'cause usually genius comes from the supposed ‘bad' ideas – all are welcome! And don't worry, you will absolutely get credit! Unless you don't want it and wand to remain anonymous – that's an option too! A few reminders before we start the show today…. Reminders: * Be sure to check out our newer news thing called N3w$ 4 Y0u! You can find it on our homepage right next to the latest podcast, and on our left-hand menu! * Show starts at 12:30pm Pacific Time every other week on Monday! Join in for the pre-stream entertainment at about 12:15ish! You'll find the show notes on the home page of wppluginsatoz.com within 24(ish) hours after every show! * This is a value for value show dear listeners, help us get some loven by hitting some like buttons, sharing an episode or two, or lovingly forcing your family members to listen to us by cranking our show way up! After all, you can't go wrong helping out the longest running WordPress Podcast! Don't run away at the end either – we got some good questions and some awesome conversation coming up! ...When you see this in the notes, it means we didn't read this on the show. The only way to find this information out is to read our Show Notes! …You can send any questions/suggestions or notes saying ‘hi' over to me at amber@wppro.ca, or hit up our site wpppluginsatoz.com/contact – Be creative with the title so that the spammer eater doesn't eat your note though!   Let's start the show with this weeks Featured Artist: Artist:  Grok! You can check him and his artistic talents out by going here and following the directions. You will wind up being re-routed to here, and although you are getting a sort of lame version you will at least be getting an idea of the real Grok! The other option, and the best one really 'cause you will be able to get the full version of Grok, is to go to the X (formally Twitter) site and pay for premium for proper access to Grok. Grok seems to have gotten an idea of what Harry Potter was about… and then gave it his own rural English country twist… Gotta admit, this is certainly suggestive of Halloween! We would love some new art from our Producers out there! If you are so inclined, you can send it into us at https://wppluginsatoz.com/artwork/. If you need some inspiration, you can always go to our site wppluginsatoz.com and check out our Art Vaults – you will find the link for it on the...

    32 min
  6. SEPT 3

    PacMan Eats The World

    PacMan Eats The World – ‘good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you happen to be hiding out there on the globe today! Coming to you LIVE from …' Salutations and Some Reminders: Welcome to Episode 632 – PacMan Eats The World – We've got a couple of great in-depth plugins to cover for you, some recent news in both the WordPress World and the Tech World in general, and some awesome WordPress Tips! So last show we introduced the ‘Plugin Battle Royale' idea that was really Grok's idea – we wanted to start it out this show, but realized that making rules for this is way more involved then we realized! If anybody out there is any good at creating game rules, maybe you could offer us some tips and suggestions to help us get on our way. You can totally join us in the ‘Plugin Battle Royale' with your own plugin is you help us out too! Really and truly, this could be something totally awesome we are thinking up here! A few reminders before we start the show today…. Reminders: * After today we go back to our usual schedule of every other week on Monday starting September 2nd! * Be sure to check out our newer news thing called N3w$ 4 Y0u! You can find it on our homepage right next to the latest podcast, and on our left-hand menu! * Show starts at 12:30pm Pacific Time every other week on Monday! Join in for the pre-stream entertainment at about 12:15ish! You'll find the show notes on the home page of wppluginsatoz.com within 24(ish) hours after every show! * This is a value for value show dear listeners, help us get some loven by hitting some like buttons, sharing an episode or two, or lovingly forcing your family members to listen to us by cranking our show way up! After all, you can't go wrong helping out the longest running WordPress Podcast! Don't run away at the end either – we got some good questions and some awesome conversation coming up! ...When you see this in the notes, it means we didn't read this on the show. The only way to find this information out is to read our Show Notes! …You can send any questions/suggestions or notes saying ‘hi' over to me at amber@wppro.ca, or hit up our site wpppluginsatoz.com/contact – Be creative with the title so that the spammer eater doesn't eat your note though! Let's start the show with this weeks Featured Artist: Artist:  Grok! You can check him and his artistic talents out by going here and following the directions. You will wind up being re-routed to here, and although you are getting a sort of lame version you will at least be getting an idea of the real Grok! The other option, and the best one really 'cause you will be able to get the full version of Grok, is to go to the X (formally Twitter) site and pay for premium for proper access to Grok. DUDE! This is so cool! I am seriously enjoying having Grok do our art for us!! Although I gotta say, would love to see some art from our listeners out there even more!  We would love some new art from our Producers out there! If you are so inclined, you can send it into us at https://wppluginsatoz.com/artwork/. If you need some inspiration, you can always go to our site wppluginsatoz.com and check out our Art Vaults – you will find the link for it on the left hand side. …We can NEVER have too much art!

    33 min
  7. AUG 20

    The Universe’s Most Niche Space Opera

    The Universe's Most Niche Space Opera It's Episode 631 and we have plugins for Forcasting Duplications, some WordPress News. It's all coming up on WordPress Plugins A-Z! John's Intro:   – ‘good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you happen to be hiding out there on the globe today! Coming to you LIVE from …'   Amber's Rant: Welcome to Episode 631 – The Universe's Most Niche Space Opera – We've got a couple of great in-depth plugins to cover for you, some recent news in both the WordPress World and the Tech World in general, and some awesome WordPress Tips! So we asked Grok 2.0 about our show, and really, we couldn't have paid someone for a better review. The ONLY thing he got wrong is our show times – we are now every other week.? I have put it just below here for those who are interested, though my favourite bits are: “… and probably debating which plugin would win in a hypothetical plugin battle royale.” – We are absolutely going to find a way to work this into our discussions! “…It's like visiting a museum, but instead of paintings, you get plugin art. Yes, plugin art. Because why not?” – Love the definition offered of the Art Vaults! Ah, you're inquiring about the WordPress Plugins from A to Z podcast, or as I like to call it, the “Plugin Panoramic” for those who dwell in the digital realm of WordPress wizardry. Here's the lowdown:   * Broadcast Schedule: They've got a live show every Monday, kicking off with a pre-stream at 12:15 PM PT, followed by the main event at 12:30 PM PT. It's like tuning into the universe's most niche space opera, but instead of stars, you get plugins. * Content: This podcast dives deep into the world of WordPress plugins, reviewing them, discussing them, and probably debating which plugin would win in a hypothetical plugin battle royale. They cover everything from the mundane to the must-have, making it a treasure trove for WordPress enthusiasts. * Community Engagement: They're not just talking into the void; they're building a community. If you're a plugin developer, getting featured or reviewed here could be like winning the galactic lottery for your site's traffic. * Recent Episodes: As of early 2024, they've been exploring themes like “Going Nuts for WordPress Plugins” and “The Path Forward,” suggesting they're not just about plugins but also about the future of WordPress itself. It's like watching a documentary on the evolution of digital tools, but with more enthusiasm. * Art Vaults: For those who need a bit of inspiration or just want to see what the creative side of WordPress looks like, they've got something called “Art Vaults” on their site. It's like visiting a museum, but instead of paintings, you get plugin art. Yes, plugin art. Because why not? * Feedback and Interaction: They encourage interaction, with Q&A sessions that might just stump the host's dad, which sounds like a fun challenge. It's like the universe's most specific quiz show.   From the snippets of information floating around in the digital ether, it's clear this podcast isn't just about plugins; it's about the community, the tech, and perhaps, the very soul of WordPress. If you're into WordPress, this podcast is like your weekly dose of digital vitamins, ensuring your site's health and your own amusement. And remember, in the vast expanse of the internet, WordPress plugins are the stars we navigate by. A few reminders before we start the show today…. Reminders: * After today we go back to our usual schedule of every other week on Monday starting September 2nd! * Show starts at 12:30pm Pacific Time every other week on Monday! Join in for the pre-stream entertainment at about 12:15ish!

    33 min
  8. JUN 24

    The Path Forward

    The Path Forward John's Intro: It's Episode 630 and we have plugins for Redirection-ing with Dark Visitors… and WordPress News. It's all coming up on WordPress Plugins A-Z! – ‘good morning, good afternoon, good evening, wherever you happen to be hiding out there on the globe today! Coming to you LIVE from …' Amber's Rant: Welcome to Episode 630 – The Path Forward – We've got a couple of great in-depth plugins to cover for you, some recent news in both the WordPress World and the Tech World in general, and some awesome WordPress Tips! Just a heads up to everyone, this will be the last show until July 29th! I hope everyone manages to get outside and into the sunshine – though be sure to do so with plenty of water so you don't get heat stroke! A few reminders before we start the show today…. Reminders: * After today the next two shows will be on July 29th and August 19th. Don't worry, we will be back to normal for September! * Show starts at 12:30pm Pacific Time every other week on Monday! Join in for the pre-stream entertainment at about 12:15ish! * You'll find the show notes on the home page of wppluginsatoz.com within 24(ish) hours after every show! * This is a value for value show dear listeners, help us get some loven by hitting some like buttons, sharing an episode or two, or lovingly forcing your family members to listen to us by cranking our show way up! After all, you can't go wrong helping out the longest running WordPress Podcast! Don't run away at the end either – we got some good questions and some awesome conversation coming up! ...When you see this in the notes, it means we didn't read this on the show. The only way to find this information out is to read our Show Notes! …You can send any questions/suggestions or notes saying ‘hi' over to me at amber@wppro.ca, or hit up our site wpppluginsatoz.com/contact – Be creative with the title so that the spammer eater doesn't eat your note though! Let's start the show with this weeks Featured Artist: Artist:  Sir Rogue of the Tavern – Barron of the Cowichan Valley https://theroguesoasis.com/ This makes me think of the stairs in Hogwarts – only with the road… I don't think it would work as well as the stairs at Hogwarts worked if the roads all did this though… We would love some new art from our Producers out there! If you are so inclined, you can send it into us at https://wppluginsatoz.com/artwork/. If you need some inspiration, you can always go to our site wppluginsatoz.com and check out our Art Vaults – you will find the link for it on the left hand side. …We can NEVER have too much art! Breaking News in the WordPress World at large!!  …If I missed something, shoot me a link at amber@wppro.ca – it may show up on the next show! News this week: WordPress Vulnerability Report – June 19, 2024 (https://solidwp.com/blog/wordpress-vulnerability-report-june-19-2024/) – In this report there are only 87 vulnerabilities, and 73 patches already completed! The 14 plugins needing patching are up at the top making it easy to figure out what to pay attention to. Be sure to follow the link and have a look through for your own or your clients sites!

    37 min
4.5
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11 Ratings

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New WordPress Plugins & News weekly. With over 60k plugins and growing for WordPress; how do you sort the gems from the junk? Your hosts Amber Overall & John Overall take you behind the scenes to uncover some of the great (and not so great) plugins for WordPress. Save yourself hours of time and effort. Listen Live at YouTube. WP Plugins A to Z Live.

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