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This Week in WordPress #385

With Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Andrew Palmer, Vito Peleg. The conversation focused on the evolving role of AI in WordPress, covering topics such as rapid website creation with tools like SpaceFast, the deepening integration of AI in agency workflows, and the ongoing need for human expertise in web development. We also got into balancing efficiency with quality and the importance of community-driven initiatives, events, and new marketplaces. The discussion explored product complexity, user experience, and the supportive nature of the WordPress community amid rapid technological change, touching on new plugins, events, and career transitions within the industry.

Nathan Wrigley
20th October 2026

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This Week in WordPress #358

On "This Week in WordPress #358," Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Davinder Singh Kainth and Marc Benzakein discuss the release of WordPress 6.9, including new features like block-level collaboration and accessibility improvements. They cover WordPress community news, ongoing Black Friday deals, trending plugins, and the growing impact of AI. The episode also highlights awards within the WordPress space and the rise of WordPress in non-English markets, especially Asia. The panel shares laughs, personal stories, and their appreciation for contributors driving the platform forward.

Nathan Wrigley
9th December 2025

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This Week in WordPress #356

In this episode, I'm joined by Taco Verdonschot, Jonathan Bossenger, Birgit Pauli-Haack to discuss WordPress 6.9, including new blocks, performance improvements, accessibility updates, and upcoming live events to help users prepare for the release. The panel pays tribute to WordPress contributor Zeel Thakkar, and covers news about a new leader at Jetpack, Black Friday deals, and community appreciation initiatives. They also highlight developer resources and recent plugin launches, making this a comprehensive update on what's happening in the WordPress ecosystem.

Nathan Wrigley
25th November 2025
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This Week in WordPress #354

This episode covers WordPress 6.9’s new features and testing guide, major UK cyber attacks, security insights, and why Malwarebytes chose WordPress. The panel discusses plugin lifetime deals, the rise of newsletters, and the pros and cons of web design trends. AI’s impact on WordPress is explored, including new agentic browser capabilities and WS Form’s integration with Elementor’s AI agent. The episode also highlights collaborative editing in WordPress, a dramatic smart bed malfunction due to AWS outage, and the importance of owning your data, plus fun detours like the year’s best animal photos.