WPBUILDSPODCAST
WPBUILDSPODCAST
with NATHAN WRIGLEY
with NATHAN WRIGLEY
A WordPress podcast packed full of things that you either don’t want to know or are clever enough to work out that we just made up!
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WonderSuite Webinar 1 of 4
Join us live on Tues 21st November 2023.
4pm UK – 11am Eastern – 8am Pacific.
Find out what WonderSuite is, and how it can speed up the deployment of WordPress.
4pm UTC / 12pm Eastern / 9am Pacific
UI / UX Show with Piccia Neri
Join us live on Weds 22nd November 2023.
3pm UK – 10am Eastern – 7am Pacific.
Your site, but easier to use! Tips and tricks for how to make your site a pleasure to use.
4pm UTC / 12pm Eastern / 9am Pacific
‘Speed It Up’ Show #5
Join us live on Thurs 23rd November 2023.
3pm UK – 10am Eastern – 7am Pacific.
Is your website slow? Join us as Sabrina Zeidan explains why that might be. Submit your site.
4pm UTC / 12pm Eastern / 9am Pacific
Gato GraphQL Webinar 3 of 5
Join us live on Weds 29th November 2023.
3pm UK – 10am Eastern – 7am Pacific.
Find out how to use the Gato GraphQL with developer Leonardo Losoviz.
4pm UTC / 12pm Eastern / 9am Pacific
‘Speed It Up’ Show #6
Join us live on Thurs 30th November 2023.
3pm UK – 10am Eastern – 7am Pacific.
Is your website slow? Join us as Sabrina Zeidan explains why that might be. Submit your site.
4pm UTC / 12pm Eastern / 9am Pacific
The Latest Episodes
459 – Ben Pines on building a sustainable WordPress business with authentic marketing
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley talks with Ben Pines about founder-led marketing, particularly in the WordPress and SaaS spaces. Ben explains how traditional marketing tactics like SEO and paid ads are less effective due to AI-generated content, and advocates for a personal, trust-building approach where founders consistently share authentic insights. He describes how he helps founders develop a marketing system with minimal time commitment, just 1-2 hours a week, focused on genuine business sense and value, not just features. The discussion also touches on the importance of making marketing feel human and credible. Go listen…
This Week in WordPress #367
In this lively episode of TWiW, the panel dives into a range of WordPress topics, from the excitement around WordPress 7.0 Beta 1 and collaborative editing to hot debates about JavaScript usage and the dominance of Cloudflare. The conversation also covers AI’s expanding role in the ecosystem, open-source developments, cybersecurity concerns, and the importance of password managers. The episode is filled with community updates, a look at new tools, and plenty of lighthearted moments, including an ongoing joke about organising a rap battle showdown. Go listen…
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458 – Unpacking the clever Content Area Block with Ian Svoboda
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with Ian Svoboda, an experienced WordPress developer, about his Content Area Block plugin. They discuss the inspiration behind the plugin, which allows multiple editable content areas within WordPress templates, solving a long-standing challenge for editors and developers. Ian explains the technical hurdles in developing the plugin and how it improves the editorial experience by enabling flexible, visual block placement beyond standard post content. The episode also touches on potential core integration and the benefits for editorial teams seeking more intuitive WordPress layouts. Go listen…
457 – Building a human-centred web by saying NO to AI: Andy Bell on ethics, agency life, CSS and the open web
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with Andy Bell, an expert in CSS and web design, about his journey from traditional design to becoming a sought-after CSS specialist. They discuss the evolution of CSS, the importance of leaning into web standards, and the challenges of agency work with high-profile clients. Andy also opens up about a tough 2025, the impact of AI on the industry, his agency’s anti-AI stance, and the value of authenticity and community in tech. Go listen…
456 – WordPress vulnerabilities and the power of AI-powered malware detection
In this WP Builds episode, Nathan Wrigley talks with Thomas Raef about WordPress website security. Thomas shares his journey founding We Watch Your Website, discusses the prevalence of attacks on US WordPress sites, and explores how hackers increasingly use stolen credentials and AI-powered methods. The episode gets into AI tools for both attackers and defenders, highlighting strategies like behavioural analysis and other mathematical things I don’t understand! It wraps up with advice on implementing security measures like 2FA and device trust, and the ongoing AI “arms race” in cybersecurity. Go listen…
455 – Inside podcasting’s evolution: Seth Goldstein on trends, tools, and finding your audience
In this episode, Nathan Wrigley chats with podcasting veteran Seth Goldstein about his 15+ years in the industry. They discuss how easy podcasting has become, the importance of having a plan and process, and how podcasts can serve brands and businesses beyond immediate monetisation. Seth shares insights on podcast production, discoverability, the role of websites and WordPress, pitfalls of AI-generated podcasts, and why authentic personality keeps listeners engaged. They also touch on the value of process documentation, niche audiences, and why starting small and staying consistent is key to podcast success.
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Recent ‘This Week in WordPress’ Episodes
This Week in WordPress #366
This episode of TWiW covers the latest in WordPress, with a strong focus on AI advancements, new products, and features expected in WordPress 7. The discussion includes updates on community events, challenges with in-person meetups post-pandemic, and the integration of AI tools for site management and design. The hosts also touch on debates around sponsored talks at WordCamps, the evolution of commercial and community aspects within WordPress, and recent plugin developments. Listeners get insights into both technical advancements and the shifting landscape of the WordPress community.
This Week in WordPress #365
This episode with Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Marc Benzakein, Rhys Wynne explores the renewed importance of blogging and owning your content in 2026, discusses WordPress’s educational initiatives and their overlapping complexities, reviews recent updates including the 6.9.1 release and a new Wayback Machine plugin, and gets into the prevalence of AI in WordPress development. Panelists debate the ethics, utility, and future impacts of AI, the challenges of local meetups, and celebrate community efforts. The show features lively listener interaction and concludes with reflections on blogging versus social media, and ongoing WordPress community changes.
This Week in WordPress #364
Another week, and we’re bringing you the latest WordPress news from the last seven days, chunked into the usual helpful sections. Sadly, there was no “This Week in WordPress” Show, as the platform we use for the LIVE feed had a problem! Sorry about that!
This Week in WordPress #363
This Week in WordPress #363 with Nathan Wrigley, Jess Frick, Marc Benzakein, Marcus Burnette. This episode covers a range of WordPress-related topics, including the upcoming release of WordPress 6.9.1, the launch of a new centralised home for WordPress education initiatives, and trusted companies and individuals in the WordPress ecosystem. The panel also dives into the evolving role of AI in WordPress, discussing benchmarks, industry changes, and the impact of AI-driven advertising. Lighter moments feature fun conversations about corgis, alligators, and community experiences, all while emphasising the importance of collaboration, humility, and adapting to new technologies within the WordPress space.
Meet your host
NATHAN WRIGLEY
WordPress web site builder.
I run a web agency in the UK called Picture and Word. We work almost exclusively with WordPress, but have been know to use Drupal and Magento in the past.
I cannot spell the words, thepis, rangotls, or dufmertin.