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WP-Tonic is a podcast for WordPress professionals and Bootstrap SaaS startup entrepreneurs or anybody looking to build a business online.

We cover a large number of areas with our main show. We interview some creative WordPress and startup entrepreneurs plus online experts who, with their insights, can help you build your online business.

Jonathan Denwood and Kurt von Ahnen host and produce the WP-Tonic podcast, which is one of the longest-running WordPress podcasts. Each episode brings you valuable insights with one goal: to help you generate more income and impact through online businesses.

WP-Tonic | WordPress | SaaS | Bootstrap SaaS | Indie Hackers | Startups Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen

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    • 4.9 • 78 Ratings

WP-Tonic is a podcast for WordPress professionals and Bootstrap SaaS startup entrepreneurs or anybody looking to build a business online.

We cover a large number of areas with our main show. We interview some creative WordPress and startup entrepreneurs plus online experts who, with their insights, can help you build your online business.

Jonathan Denwood and Kurt von Ahnen host and produce the WP-Tonic podcast, which is one of the longest-running WordPress podcasts. Each episode brings you valuable insights with one goal: to help you generate more income and impact through online businesses.

    889 - WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS: From Moto-Sports to WordPress

    889 - WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS: From Moto-Sports to WordPress

    I Interview my co-host on the WP-Tonic show Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas
    Step behind the scenes of the WP-Tonic show as I delve into this interview with my co-host, Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas. Gain unique insights into his journey in WordPress and online entrepreneurship while uncovering valuable tips and strategies for success. This is your chance to tap into Kurt's expertise – don't miss out.
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
    https://manananomas.com/
    @MananaNoMas
    The Show Sponsors that need talking about
    #1 - Omnisend–the top-rated email and SMS marketing platform for WordPress stores.
    Omnisend empowers over 100,000 merchants to cut through the noise with laser-focused email and SMS campaigns that convert like crazy–all while enjoying an average ROI of $72 for every dollar spent. That’s double the industry average.
    So, ready to start building Black Friday campaigns that really sell? Find out more at www.omnisend.com and give your brand the boost it deserves." Code: WPTONIC30 Deal: 30% off for 3 months for new users
     
    #2 - Cloudways
    Managed Cloud Hosting for The Ultimate Online Presence
    Offer: 40% OFF for 4 Months on all hosting plans + Upto 40 Free MigrationsPromo Code: BFCM4040Validity date: 14th November 2023 till 6th December 2023Terms: Migrations request should be made in 4 months and up to 40 free migration
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    ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
    Website
    https://www.wp-tonic.com/
    YouTube Channel:
    @wptonic
    The Membership Machine Facebook Group:
    https://bit.ly/3W9r4gb
    Twitter:
    @wptonic_com
    LinkedIn:
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    -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------
    Hosts of The Show
    Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
    https://manananomas.com/
    @MananaNoMas

    • 1 hr 8 min
    #888 - WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS - Effective AI Content Strategies For SEO in 2024

    #888 - WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS - Effective AI Content Strategies For SEO in 2024

    Effective AI Content Strategies For SEO in 2024
    With Special Guest Dustin W. Stout, Founder of Magai
    Discover the cutting-edge AI content strategies that will dominate SEO in 2024! In this show, we'll explore the latest techniques and tools for creating high-impact, search-optimized content using artificial intelligence.
    Learn how to stay ahead of the curve and maximize your online visibility with AI-driven content. Don't miss out on this game-changing information which will revolutionize your SEO strategy!
     
    "This episode of the WP-Tonic podcast is brought to you by our friends at Omnisend–the top-rated email and SMS marketing platform for WordPress stores.
    Want to make this Black Friday your most profitable yet? Omnisend empowers over 100,000 merchants to cut through the noise with laser-focused email and SMS campaigns that convert like crazy–all while enjoying an average ROI of $72 for every dollar spent. That’s double the industry average.
    So, ready to start building Black Friday campaigns that really sell? Find out more at www.omnisend.com and give your brand the boost it deserves." Code: WPTONIC30 Deal: 30% off for 3 months for new users
     
    #1 - Dustin, what problem do you see Magai solve?
    #2 - What do you think is the real attitude Google has connected AI generated content?
    #3 - At the end of 2024, where do you personally see the landscape being connected to AI content?
    #4 - What do you see as the biggest mistakes people are making in using and discussing AI connected to digital content production?
    #5 - What are some of the business tools and services that you use to run your business daily that you could recommend to the audience?
    #6 - If you return to a time machine at the beginning of your career, what essential advice would you give yourself?
     
    Dustin W. Stout, Founder of Magai
    https://magai.co/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinwstout/
    https://dustinstout.com/

    • 1 hr 6 min
    #887 - WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS: Baby, It's All About Influence & Market Visibility

    #887 - WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS: Baby, It's All About Influence & Market Visibility

    887 - WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS: Baby, It's All About Influence & Market Visibility
    We Interview Adam Weeks, The co-founder of Cirrusinfluence.
    #1 - Adam, what does Cirrusinfluence basically do, and what is its main focus?
    #2 - What do you think are the main benefits that your clients get by working with Cirrusinfluence?
    #3 - There seem to be some growing bad feelings that seem to be growing in different parts of the WordPress general community would you agree with this statement, and if yes, why do you think this is happening?
    #4 - WordPress professional marketplace seemed to be very focused on the North American market this seems to have changed over the last few years would you agree with this statement, and how does this affect Cirrusinfluence?
    #5 - What are some of the business tools and services that you use to run your business daily that you could recommend to the audience?
    #6 - If you return to a time machine at the beginning of your career, what essential advice would you give yourself?
    Adam Weeks
    https://cirrusinfluence.com
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamweeks610/

    • 54 min
    From Success to Startup: Oli Gardner's Journey and Lessons Learned

    From Success to Startup: Oli Gardner's Journey and Lessons Learned

    886 - WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS:
    From Success to Startup: Oli Gardner's Journey and Lessons Learned
    In this show, Oli Gardner shares his personal journey from past success to launching a new startup. He discusses the challenges he faced and the valuable lessons learned along the way.
    With Special Guest Oli Gardner, Founder of Outline and co-founder of Unbounce
    Outline
    #1 - Oli, what problems does Outline solve, and why should the user care?
    #2 - What are some of the key things you learned for your years being involved in Unbounce that you used connected to the development and launch of Outline?
    #3 - AI seems to have the power of really threatening the careers and livelihoods of graphic designers and copywriters; what are your personal thoughts and advice that you can give to these particular groups of individuals?
    #4 - What do you see as some of the major challenges that you and your team at Outline face in the next 12 to 18 months, and what are your general plans to overcome them?
    #5 - What are some of the business tools and services that you use to run your business daily that you could recommend to the audience?
    #6 - If you return to a time machine at the beginning of your career, what essential advice would you give yourself?
     
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/oligardner/
    @oligardner
     
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    Sensei LMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
    LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
    BlogVault - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT
     
    ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us -----------------------------------
    Website
    https://www.wp-tonic.com/
    YouTube Channel:
    @wptonic
    The Membership Machine Facebook Group:
    https://bit.ly/3W9r4gb
    Twitter:
    @wptonic_com
    LinkedIn:
    https://bit.ly/42ngKWr
    -----------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------
    Hosts of The Show
    Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/
    https://manananomas.com/
    @MananaNoMas
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    • 49 min
    #885 WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show

    #885 WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show

     
    Our panel will break down each story and explain why it matters to WordPress and the tech community. Get ready to learn about all the new releases and innovations – you don't want to miss out. Tune in now and stay up-to-date with everything happening in WordPress and Technology!
    This Month's Special Guest Panelist
    Lee Blue
    @leehblue
    https://lee.blue/
     
    #1 - State of the Word 2023 Will Broadcast Live from Madrid on December 11
    https://wptavern.com/state-of-the-word-2023-will-broadcast-live-from-madrid-on-december-11
     
    #2 - Google search antitrust trial updates: Everything you need to know (so far)
    https://searchengineland.com/google-search-antirust-trial-hearing-updates-431977
     
     
    #3 - EP467 – WordStressed
    https://wpwatercooler.com/wpwatercooler/ep467-wordstressed/
     
     
    #4- Marc Andreessen publishes ‘Techno-Optimist Manifesto’, names enemies including ‘ESG’, ‘Trust and Safety’
    THE ENEMY
    https://venturebeat.com/ai/marc-andreessen-publishes-techno-optimist-manifesto-names-enemies-including-esg-trust-and-safety/
    The Ben & Marc Show: The Techno-Optimist Manifesto
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCfwKBwxLYk
     
    #5 - Kinsta Launches Free Static Site Hosting for Up to 100 Websites, Including WordPress
    https://wptavern.com/kinsta-launches-free-static-site-hosting-for-up-to-100-websites-including-wordpress
    https://www.wp-tonic.com/partners/
     
    #6 - Changes at X Formally Known as Twitter
    -a - X, formerly Twitter, gets rid of headlines on news links
    https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/la-west/business/2023/10/05/x-gets-rid-of-news-headlines
    -b- X, formerly Twitter, will launch two new subscription tiers, Elon Musk says
    https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/20/elon-musk-x-formerly-twitter-to-launch-two-new-subscription-tiers.html
     

    • 1 hr 15 min
    884 WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS: How SEO is Changing in a World of AI & Google September's HCU

    884 WP-Tonic This Week in WordPress & SaaS: How SEO is Changing in a World of AI & Google September's HCU

    With Special Guest Fernando Angulo Senior Market Research Manager At SEMRush
    Uncover the future of search engine optimization with this captivating video that explores the impact of artificial intelligence on SEO practices.
    Learn about advancements such as machine learning algorithms and natural language processing that are revolutionizing how websites are ranked and discovered online. Get expert advice on leveraging AI tools for keyword research, competitor analysis, and content optimization strategies.
    #1 - Fernando, What are your thoughts connected to how Google sees AI-generated content, and will people's websites be penalized if they use AI-generated content?
    #2 - A lot of niche focus websites have been penalized recently by Google September's HCU (helpful content update). Can you give some insight connected to this SEO update?
    #3 - Because of COVID-19, the mobile growth trend seemed to get semi suspended; what is the situation now, and what do people who develop or own websites need to know about this?
    #4 - What are your personal recommendations connected to link building, and what are a couple of major mistakes you see people making regularly connected to link building?
    #5 - What are some of the business tools and services that you use to run your business daily that you could recommend to the audience?
    #6 - If you return to a time machine at the beginning of your career, what essential advice would you give yourself?
    With Special Guest Fernando Angulo Senior Market Research Manager At SEMRush
     
    https://www.semrush.com/
    https://www.semrush.com/user/145632833/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandoangulo/

    • 49 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
78 Ratings

78 Ratings

Christopher !Important ,

Outstanding Podcast!

I love listening to the shows, which are entertaining and educational, especially the Round Table discussion. I am a WordPress developer myself—and it’s refreshing to hear people in the community ‘tell it like it is!’ Well done indeed.

Big Appletite ,

Great podcast, love the panel, could do with less audio troubleshooting, interruptions…

The title says the bulk of it; I’m a big fan of the podcast, this is my favorite WordPress one. My biggest issue, if you can call it that, is that the moderator/host interrupts a lot. Love his feedback and input when he talks, but oof does it hurt to listen to. Second, the audio seems to be a recurring issue—I think that troubleshooting this before the show would go a long way. We want to hear you all talk, not troubleshoot your mics.

All the best!

Edit: This still stands in 2022…God, help us. Have been listening less and less, which his a shame because I miss the panel.

Audentes ,

Never boring

Jonathan is an excellent host and makes sure the show is always interesting, and never boring. A must-listen podcast for any online business owner.

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