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When the WordPress block editor was introduced, it raised questions about how and if page builders would still be used to build sites. In this episode, Devin and Aurooba chat about their feelings about the two options.

In this episode, Rob and Brian review the biggest new features of WordPress 6.2, the integration of the Openverse image library into WordPress Core, discuss whether "Full Site Editing" is really ready to move out of Beta, and whether the Openverse is proof that web privacy regulations have become a hindrance rather than a help for the typical web user.

Allie and Nyasha just got back from the first ever WordCamp Asia in Bangkok, Thailand. In this episode, they each share their highlights from the event, as well as things they hope to be improved upon next year.

At State of the Word a few weeks ago, Matt Mullenweg announced plans to begin labeling plugins in the WordPress directory based on cost and backing from the community. In this episode, Allie and Nyasha discuss the pros and cons to this plan and the ways in which this plan may affect plugin developers.

"Freemium" is the idea that a product is free, with the goal of upgrading customers to a paid or premium version. It's a common model within the WordPress ecosystem. In this episode, Nyasha and Rob discuss what goes into building a freemium model, using their own first-hand knowledge.

Despite the success of Kids Camps in past years, WordPress doesn't do much to intentionally introduce young people to WordPress. In this episode, Allie and Topher discuss both the challenges and possibilities surrounding bringing younger generations into the WordPress community.