Open Web Conversations

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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. From founders to community builders, we highlight people and projects pushing boundaries in practical ways. The open web is a spectrum, and our mission is to share the voices, journeys, and ideas shaping its future.

  1. Exploring WordPress, Textcasting, and Open Web Standards

    23 SEPT

    Exploring WordPress, Textcasting, and Open Web Standards

    In this episode of Fediverse Flows, Matthias Pfefferle chats with Dave Winer about the open web's evolution, emphasizing interoperability, linking, and decentralized publishing through WordPress, while discussing challenges faced by contemporary platforms.

    1h 14m
  2. Building a Resilient Web with Arweave’s Vision for Decentralized Long-Term Content Storage

    3 SEPT

    Building a Resilient Web with Arweave’s Vision for Decentralized Long-Term Content Storage

    The episode features Dave Lockie having a conversation with Sam Williams about Arweave, a decentralized storage network addressing digital impermanence and promoting permanent information preservation.

    47 min
  3. A Journey Integrating AI Agents in WordPress Using MCP

    18 JUN

    A Journey Integrating AI Agents in WordPress Using MCP

    In this episode of Emerging Tech, host Dave talks to Tole, an innovative developer who shares his journey from mobile to WordPress. He discusses his MCP integration in ConvoWorks for AI workflows.

    39 min
  4. What Enterprises Need from DXPs in 2025: Beyond Vendor Agendas

    17 APR

    What Enterprises Need from DXPs in 2025: Beyond Vendor Agendas

    Host Krim discusses Digital Experience Platforms (DXPs) with insights from Dan Drapeau. Key topics include CMS fragmentation, vendor lock-in, AI's role in DXPs, and strategic priorities for 2025.

    20 min
  5. Bring Federated Events to Your WordPress Site

    16 APR

    Bring Federated Events to Your WordPress Site

    In Episode , host Matthias Pfefferle brings us another Open Web Conversations and dives into the world of decentralized social networks and the open web, specifically focusing on the Fediverse, with guest André Menrath. André shares his unconventional journey into software development, driven by his passion for events and democracy, and his vision for a […]

    56 min
  6. Real Stories About Navigating the Accessibility Landscape

    9 APR

    Real Stories About Navigating the Accessibility Landscape

    In this podcast episode, hosts Anne Bovelett and BobWP, along with guest Bud Kraus, explore ecommerce accessibility, discussing user experiences, challenges, and the importance of inclusive web design for all users.

    37 min
  7. Discovering the Impact of i2Coalition

    21 MAR

    Discovering the Impact of i2Coalition

    At CloudFest 2025, experts from i2Coalition and BigScoots discuss the importance of collaboration in the hosting industry, addressing legislative challenges while emphasizing WordPress's role in supporting small businesses globally.

    23 min
  8. From Founding to Funding, an Entrepreneurial Journey

    20 MAR

    From Founding to Funding, an Entrepreneurial Journey

    In this episode, Jonathan Wold and Tammy Lister chat with Marieke van de Rakt, co-founder of Progress Planner. They discuss her teaching, investment philosophy, and insights on e-commerce challenges and open source opportunities.

    32 min
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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. From founders to community builders, we highlight people and projects pushing boundaries in practical ways. The open web is a spectrum, and our mission is to share the voices, journeys, and ideas shaping its future.

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