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Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen

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. 4d ago

    #1018 - WP-Tonic-Show Should You Start a Blog in 2026... Or Is It Too Late?

    Should You Start a Blog in 2026... Or Is It Too Late? Wondering if blogging is dead in 2026? Discover why starting a blog now might be your smartest move yet — or your biggest mistake. Find out here. Special Guest Ryan Robinson, Joint Founder of RightBlogger https://rightblogger.com Learn actionable content strategy tips from digital marketing expert Ryan Robinson, founder of Right Blogger. We discuss growth tactics. In this episode of the WP-Tonic show, episode 1018, hosts Jonathan Denwood and Kurt Von Ahnen sit down with Ryan Robinson to discuss the current state of digital marketing. Whether you are building a blog or scaling a media brand, this conversation provides a practical look at how a digital marketing expert manages operations. We break down the specific workflows Robinson uses with Right Blogger to maintain consistency and quality. You will hear how to approach content strategy in a crowded market and get insights into the tools that help digital marketing experts save time. This episode is essential for anyone looking to refine their approach to blogging. Subscribe to the channel for weekly digital marketing expert breakdowns, and comment below with your biggest question regarding content strategy. --------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------ WP-Rollover - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ LifterLMS - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ---------------- ------------------ Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen Jonathan Denwood https://www.wp-tonic.com https://manananomas.com Matt Telfer (mt@20i.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 / 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 related to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------------

  2. Jul 6

    #1017 - WP-Tonic Show: Do Traditional Hosting Companies Have a Future?

    Do Traditional Hosting Companies Have a Future? Traditional hosting companies face extinction—or do they? Discover why some are thriving while others struggle to survive the cloud revolution. In this eye-opening video, we explore the evolving landscape of web hosting. Are traditional hosting companies still relevant in an era dominated by cloud services and DIY platforms? We delve into trends, emerging technologies, and customer preferences to determine whether traditional hosting has a viable future or is on the brink of extinction. ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- WP-Rollover - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ LifterLMS - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ---------------- ------------------ Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen Jonathan Denwood https://www.wp-tonic.com https://manananomas.com Matt Telfer (mt@20i.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 related to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------------

  3. Jun 29

    #1016 - WP-Tonic This Month WordPress & Tech Round Table Show For June, 2026

    WordPress and Tech Stories of The Month. Get the insights you Need Now. In this month This Thursday, we’re diving into number stories that cut right to the heart of where tech, politics, and the WordPress ecosystem are heading. ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------- ------------------------------- First, a pretty alarming investigation uncovers a 13-year backdoor campaign tied to 44 WordPress.org plugins—raising serious questions about trust, governance, and how something like this could go undetected for so long. Then we shift gears into AI and politics, where Anthropic’s recent clash with the Trump administration isn’t just drama—it may actually be influencing adoption and sales in unexpected ways. Back in the WordPress space, we’ll tackle a long-simmering question: should hosting companies own major WordPress products, or does that create conflicts that reshape the ecosystem in ways we’re not fully grappling with yet? And finally, we zoom out globally to the UK’s proposed under-16 social media ban—what it could mean for platforms, parents, and the future of online regulation. It’s a mix of security, power, ownership, and control—and how all of those forces are reshaping the internet we work on every day. This WP-Tonic Round-Table Show Special Guest Katie Keith - https://barn2.com #1 - Developer Traces 13-Year Backdoor Campaign Across 44 WordPress.org Plugins to a Single Operator https://www.therepository.email/developer-traces-13-year-backdoor-campaign-across-44-wordpress-org-plugins-to-a-single-operator #2 - Apparently, The Real Reason Anthropic’s Models Are Offline: A Six-Year-Old Trump Grudge https://www.techdirt.com/2026/06/16/apparently-the-real-reason-anthropics-models-are-offline-a-six-year-old-trump-grudge/ Anthropic’s latest feud with the Trump admin may actually help it, sales data suggests https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/16/anthropics-latest-feud-with-the-trump-admin-may-actually-help-it-sales-data-suggests/ #3 - Should Hosting Companies Own WordPress Products? https://thewpminute.com/should-hosting-companies-own-wordpress-products/ #4 - Five big questions about the UK's under-16s social media ban https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9824zvpz9po #5 - WP Beginner. F*cked? https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7472346782119866369/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUBiXeLrxf4

  4. Jun 23

    #1015 - WP-Tonic Show: EEAT The Biggest Myth in SEO in 2026?

    #1015 - WP-Tonic Show: EEAT The Biggest Myth in SEO in 2026? EEAT (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness) Everyone talks about EEAT, but is it a real ranking factor or SEO folklore? Uncover the truth behind the biggest myth in SEO 2026. Is EEAT really as crucial for SEO as everyone claims? In 2026, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of search engine optimization to uncover whether EEAT is a necessity or merely a myth. This video explores expert opinions, real-world case studies, and data-driven insights to arm you with the information you need to shape your SEO strategy. With Special Returning Guest Dave Quaid, A Leading SEO Expert Based in NewYork & West Palm Beach https://primaryposition.com #1 - David, can you give a quick 101 introduction to what EEAT (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness) is? #2 - What do you think are some of the biggest misunderstandings and myths around EEAT? #3 - Can you give us some insights on how Google's crawling really works? #5 - You were recently a guest on "The Edward Sturm Show," with Zachary Long, where you discussed LLMs and how they work. I wonder if you could give us an outline on how LLMs really work? #6 - If you could go back in time to the beginning of your career journey, what advice would you give to yourself? https://fatjoe.com/blog/eeat/ ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- WP-Rollover - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ LifterLMS - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ---------------- ------------------ Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen Jonathan Denwood https://www.wp-tonic.com https://manananomas.com

  5. Jun 17

    #1014 - WP-Tonic Show: What is The Culture of WordPress Good, Bad, or Ugly

    What is The Culture of WordPress Good, Bad, or Ugly Discover the culture of WordPress — the passionate community, heated debates, and controversies that shape the world's most popular CMS. The truth revealed. With Special Guest James Laws, Joint Founder of NinjaForms and SendWP https://saturdaydrive.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-laws In this enlightening show, we delve into the multifaceted culture surrounding WordPress, examining its strengths, weaknesses, and the less-discussed ugly truths. From the collaborative community that fuels innovation to the challenges of fragmentation and misinformation, we cover it all. Discover what makes WordPress a powerful platform and where improvements are needed. Join us on this exploration and find out how it affects developers and users alike. #1 - So James, how did you get into the world of WordPress, development, and online marketing? #2 - How would you classify the general Zeitgeist of the WordPress community at the present moment? #3 - What would be a couple of things you love to happen connected to WordPress over the next 18 months? #4 - How do you see AI affect SaaS and WordPress in the next couple of years #5 - What are your general thoughts on AI? #6 - If you could go back in time to the beginning of your career journey, what advice would you give to yourself?

  6. Jun 9

    #1013 - WP-Tonic Show: Professional Hockey Player To CEO of Hosting Company Servebolt

    #1013 - WP-Tonic Show: Professional Hockey Player To CEO of Hosting Company Servebolt With Special Guest Lasse Hall From Servebolt.com #1 - Lasse, can you give us some more info about your background and how you got involved with Servebolt? #2 - In what seems to be a very fragmented market, how can a company like Servebolt find its niche, and how important is WordPress for Servebolt? #3 - Do you have any views on IP (Private Equity) becoming so heavily involved in WordPress hosting? #4 - I feel that WooCommerce is leaving a lot on the table as a real competitor to Shopify. What are your own thoughts on this? #5 - What are your general thoughts on AI and how it will affect SaaS and WordPress? #6 - If you could go back in time to the beginning of your career journey, what advice would you give to yourself?

  7. Jun 3

    #1012 - WP-Tonic Monthly Round-table Show: WordPress and Tech Stories of The Month. Get the insights you Need Now.

    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 vital to 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 ------------------------------- WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------- ------------------------------- #1 - WordPress 7.0 “Armstrong” Ships With AI Infrastructure, Modernized Dashboard, and New Design Tools https://www.therepository.email/wordpress-7-0-armstrong-ships-with-ai-infrastructure-modernized-dashboard-and-new-design-tools Patchstack CEO Warns WordPress 7.0 Could Trigger “Absolute Rush” To Steal AI API Keys https://www.therepository.email/patchstack-ceo-warns-wordpress-7-0-could-trigger-absolute-rush-to-steal-ai-api-keys #2 - SpaceX’s historic IPO plans: Billions in losses and Musk’s massive ownership https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/20/spacex-ipo-live-updates.html #3 - Liquid Web Retires StellarWP in Botched Rollout, Drawing Backlash From Customers and Community https://www.therepository.email/liquid-web-retires-stellarwp-in-botched-rollout-drawing-backlash-from-customers-and-community #4 - ‘The battle is now on’: What Google’s biggest search update in 25 years means for brands https://www.marketingweek.com/google-search-update-brands/ Paul from WPTuts - Did Google Just Show Us the Future of the Internet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv3Jbp2bMEw #5 - Open Source First is right, but not enough. https://joost.blog/open-source-first-not-enough/ #6 - Pope Leo calls for being ‘profoundly human’ in the age of AI https://www.theverge.com/news/936945/pope-leo-letter-encyclical-ai-anthropic-labor-warfare

  8. May 29

    #1011 - WP-Tonic Show: Liquid Web Retires StellarWP: What Does This Mean For WordPress?

    Liquid Web Retires StellarWP: What Does This Mean For WordPress? With Special Guest Matt Cromwell, of Roots & Fruit & Joint Founder of GiveWP. Why don't you join us live and be part of the discussion? https://f0k0.short.gy/xb9OK8 With Special Guest Matt Cromwell, of Roots & Fruit & Joint Founder of GiveWP ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Kintsa - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ WP-Rollover - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ LifterLMS - https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ---------------- ------------------ Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen Jonathan Denwood https://www.wp-tonic.com https://manananomas.com Matt Telfer (mt@20i.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 related to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com

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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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