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Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen
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WP-Tonic is a podcast for WordPress professionals, Bootstrap SaaS startup entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to build a business online. We cover a large number of areas with our main show. We interview creative WordPress and startup entrepreneurs, plus online experts who share insights to 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.

  1. 5D AGO

    #989 - WP-Tonic Show: Lessons Learned Launching a Successful WordPress Service Plugin

    Lessons Learned Launching a Successful WordPress Service Plugin Discover key lessons learned launching a WordPress service plugin. Avoid costly mistakes and accelerate your plugin's success today. With Special Guest Ben Sibley, Co-Founder of Independent Analytics https://independentwp.com/ #1 - Ben, can you give the tribe more info on how you got into web development and WordPress? #2 - Can you give some background insights that led to the development of Independent WP, and what fundamental problem it solves? #3 - What are a couple of the most significant problems that you have faced with the development of Independent WP, and how have you overcome them? #4 - What do you see as some of the biggest challenges that WordPress faces generally in the next 18 months? #5 - What are a couple of individuals in the WordPress space that impress you most that you share with the tribe? #6 - If you could go back in time to the beginning of your career journey, what advice would you give to yourself? ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen Jonathan Denwood https://www.wp-tonic.com https://manananomas.com ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► Facebook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------------

    50 min

  2. DEC 11

    #988 - WP-Tonic Show:We Look At Our Most Powerful Interviews In 2025

    We Look At Our Most Powerful Interviews In 2025 Our most powerful interviews in 2025 revealed: Game-changing conversations with visionaries you need to hear. Don't miss these stories. In 2025, we dive deep into the most impactful interviews that shaped our understanding of key issues. This episode features extraordinary discussions with influential figures across sectors, highlighting their insights and lessons learned. Prepare to be inspired as we unpack thought-provoking moments and revelations. #1 - Rob Walling Rob Walling, Founder of Tinyseed, MicroConf & Podcast “The Startups For The Rest of Us.” https://www.wp-tonic.com/987-wp-tonic-show-are-the-glory-days-of-saas-finished-in-a-world-of-ai/ #2 - Dustin W. Stout Dustin W. Stout, Founder & CEO of Magai.co. https://www.wp-tonic.com/985-wp-tonic-showfrom-the-longest-night-to-making-114238-in-15-days/ #3 - Matthew Renze Matthew Renze, AI Researcher, Consultant, And Author https://www.wp-tonic.com/971-wp-tonic-show-does-ai-mean-the-end-of-developers-or-is-it-just-a-new-powerful-development-tool/ #4 - Brad Englert Brad Englert is the founder of Brad Englert Advisory and an author, advisor, and technologist. Brad worked for Accenture for 22 years, including 10 years as a partner. He then served the University of Texas at Austin for eight years, including seven years as the chief information officer (CIO). https://www.wp-tonic.com/964-wp-tonic-show-startups-or-established-companies-why-culture-is-everything/ #5 - Brian Jackson With Special Guest Brian Jackson, Joint Founder of Perfmatters https://www.wp-tonic.com/946-wp-tonic-showtips-insights-on-how-to-improve-the-performance-of-your-clients-websites/ ----------------Sponsors------------------ Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► Facebook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com ----------------------------- ------------------------------- -----------------------------

    52 min

  3. NOV 25

    #987 - WP-Tonic Show: Are The Glory Days of SaaS Finished in a World of AI?

    Are The Glory Days of SaaS Finished in a World of AI? Rob Walling, Founder of Tinyseed, MicroConf & Podcast "The Startups For The Rest of Us" Are the glory days of SaaS over as AI transforms software? Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the SaaS landscape forever. ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen Jonathan Denwood https://www.wp-tonic.com https://manananomas.com ----------------------------- ------------------------------- In this thought-provoking show, we dive into the impact of artificial intelligence on the Software as a Service (SaaS) landscape. As AI technologies evolve, traditional SaaS models face unprecedented challenges and opportunities. We explore whether the golden age of SaaS is coming to an end or if it can adapt and thrive alongside AI innovations. Tune in to gain insights and perspectives on the future of both sectors.

    58 min

  4. NOV 19

    #986 - WP-Tonic Show:The Future of Cloud Hosting in a World of AI

    #986 - WP-Tonic Show: The Future of Cloud Hosting in a World of AI The Future of Cloud Hosting in a World of AI The future of cloud hosting meets AI: Explore intelligent infrastructure, predictive scaling, and next-gen solutions transforming businesses. With Special Guest Suhaib Zaheer, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Managed Hosting at DigitalOceans | Cloudways - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zaheersuhaib/ #1 - Can you provide WP-Tonic's tribe with more information about your past involvement in the hosting industry? #2 - What do you see as some of the major opportunities and threats connected to cloud hosting and AI over the next 18 months? #3 - What, in general, are some of the major growth areas for cloud hosting in the next 18 months? #4 - What are your general thoughts connected to where WordPress finds itself at the end of 2025? #5 - In general, what are your personal thoughts connected to AI? #6 - If you go back in time when you were 20, what key advice would you give yourself? ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show -------------------------------

    53 min

  5. NOV 11

    #985- WP-Tonic Show:From The Longest Night To Making $114,238 in 15 Days

    From The Longest Night To Making $114,238 in 15 Days We have a great interview coming up with Dustin, founder and CEO of the popular AI tool Magai. He has an amazing personal story, and we will also discuss some of the major lessons he has learnt from growing Majai. Why don't you join us live with your questions for Dustin? https://f0k0.short.gy/ZuHUDQ @DustinWStout @KurtvonAhnen @MananaNoMass #startups #Magai #ai #LTD Special Guest Dustin W. Stout, Founder & CEO of Magai.co https://magai.co/ ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- #1 - Dustin, can we go into your background before you started Magai, especially the 12 months leading up to the launch of Magai? https://magai.co/making-100k-in-15-days/ #2 - You have spoken about your decision to offer an (LTD) life time deal around the launch of Majai. Can you provide some additional insights and thoughts related to LTDs? #3 - What are a couple of the major lessons you have learnt connected to successfully launching and running Majai that you are happy to share with the WP-Tonic' tribe? #4 - What are some over AI startups that are on your radar and you personally like that you can share with the audience? #5 - In the AI world, there has been considerable discussion about Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). What are your own thoughts on this? #6 - If you go back in time when you were 20, what key advice would you give yourself?

    1h 1m

  6. NOV 5

    984 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show For October, 2025

    WordPress and Tech Stories of The Month. Get the insights you need now. Discover the month's must-know WordPress and tech stories in our latest video! We explore key updates, fascinating innovations, and expert commentary that are vital for anyone involved in the digital realm. Our engaging discussion keeps you informed and inspired as you navigate your tech journey. Don’t wait—watch now to catch up on what matters most in WordPress and technology. ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------- -------------------------------   This Month's Special Guest Panelist Chris Badgett CEO of LifterLMS https://lifterlms.com/ #1 - Key Takeaways From Matt Mullenweg’s WordCamp Canada 2025 Town Hall https://www.therepository.email/key-takeaways-from-matt-mullenwegs-wordcamp-canada-2025-town-hall #2 - The ChatGPT Atlas browser still feels like Googling with extra steps https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/804931/openai-chatgpt-atlas-hands-on-google-search   #3 - WPManageNinja Launches FluentCart, Aiming to Bring Speed and Simplicity to Ecommerce for WordPress https://www.therepository.email/wpmanageninja-launches-fluentcart-aiming-to-bring-speed-and-simplicity-to-ecommerce-for-wordpress   #4 - Inside Ring-1T: Ant engineers solve reinforcement learning bottlenecks at trillion scale https://venturebeat.com/ai/inside-ring-1t-ant-engineers-solve-reinforcement-learning-bottlenecks-at #5 - How a tiny bug spiraled into a massive outage that took down the internet https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/25/tech/aws-outage-cause #6 - Just like humans, AI can get ‘brain rot’ from low-quality text and the effects appear to linger, pre-print study says https://fortune.com/2025/10/22/ai-brain-rot-junk-social-media-viral-addicting-content-tech/

    55 min

  7. OCT 30

    983 - WP-Tonic Show - What Does It Take To Build A Successful Web Design Agency: At The End of 2025

    Discover what it takes to build a successful web design agency with expert insights from Imran Siddiq of Web Squadron. Get proven strategies now. In this insightful show, Imran Siddiq from Web Squadron shares the essential steps for establishing a thriving web design agency. From mastering client relationships to honing technical skills, Imran reveals the strategies that have propelled his business to success. Discover valuable tips and industry secrets to kickstart your own agency journey. Don’t miss this opportunity — watch the video now to learn from an expert. Our Special Guest This Week is Imran Siddiq, Joint Founder of Web Squadron Imran is a popular YouTube WordPress influencer and also jointly runs a successful web design agency, Web Squadron, based in Syston, Leicestershire. https://websquadron.co.uk https://learn.websquadron.co.uk @websquadron @ImranWebsites ----------------Sponsors------------------ Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------------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 ------------------------------------------- -----------------------------------

    56 min

  8. OCT 23

    982 - WP-Tonic Show: AI & WordPress The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

    Discover AI & WordPress pros and cons! From automated content creation to security risks - get the complete guide to using AI with WordPress. Our Special Guest This Week Is Matt Medeiros of Gravity Forms & The WP Minute Podcast In this week's show, we delve into the powerful intersection of AI and WordPress, uncovering its advantages and pitfalls. From enhancing content creation to potential automation challenges, we explore how AI can streamline your workflow while also presenting ethical dilemmas. Join us as we dissect the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of integrating AI in your WordPress projects. Our Special Guest This Week Is Matt Medeiros of Gravity Forms & The WP Minute Podcast https://www.gravityforms.com https://thewpminute.com   ----------------Sponsors------------------ Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► FaceBook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com -----------------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------

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WP-Tonic is a podcast for WordPress professionals, Bootstrap SaaS startup entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to build a business online. We cover a large number of areas with our main show. We interview creative WordPress and startup entrepreneurs, plus online experts who share insights to 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.

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