Open Channels FM brings you conversations and insights from the people shaping the open web. Through our channels we share real experiences from builders, developers, product makers, and community leaders worldwide. Discover how ideas become products, communities grow, and openness drives innovation. Each episode gives you inspiration and practical takeaways to help take your own ideas further.
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Award winning South African Radio Show, Sundays 10:00 to 13:00 SAST with Ngwako T. Malakalaka on Kofifi FM 97.2 Thank you for tuning into the podcast and you are welcome to donate to our channel, as part of the contribution to the work we do for jazz and her people. PayPal: [email protected] Thank you, as always. Big Love N.
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Peter Slezkine, the Director of the USA-Russia-China Trialogue project at the Stimson Center, hosts a series of conversations with experts and ex-officials from the United States, Russia, China and beyond to discuss cold wars past and present, potential areas of conflict and cooperation, and alternative visions of global order, among other subjects. Since the middle of the 20th century, the shifting relationship among the United States, Russia, and China has had a profound impact on each cou ...
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WordPress 6.9: From Streamlined Content Creation to Powerful Developer Tools
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59:27In this episode, contributors Akshaya Rane, Birgit Pauli-Haack, and Krupa Nanda discuss the collaborative process behind WordPress 6.9, highlighting features, performance upgrades, and emphasizing community involvement and testing.By Open Channels FM
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This Sunday we welcome an artist who lives beautifully in the in-between —that luminous grey space where jazz, soul, folk, poetry and memory weave themselves into something entirely her own. London–Johannesburg–Paris based singer, pianist and storyteller Matshidiso Mohajane joins us fresh on the show, carrying with her a new body of work that feels…
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Growth, Hackathons, and Gratitude Lessons from an Eventful 2025
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55:36Zach Stepek and Carl Alexander recap their 2025 experiences, highlighting personal growth, industry events, business developments, and health journeys. They emphasize gratitude and reflect on goals for a promising 2026.By Open Channels FM
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The Echoes of Marabi with Yonela Mnana on The K Jazz Show
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36:10We welcome back a profound musical thinker, a sonic architect, and one of the most quietly influential forces in contemporary South African jazz. He last graced our airwaves when he gifted us Baba in 2016 and since then, his artistry has only deepened, sharpened, and expanded. Pianist, composer, bandleader, scholar, and collaborator of the highest …
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Empowering WordPress Accessibility with Community, Practical Tools, Education, and Real-World Impact
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58:25In this episode, host Anne Bovelett sits down with Troy Chaplin, a well-known figure in the WordPress community and an advocate for web accessibility. Together, they dive into the importance of accessibility in web development, sharing personal stories about what sparked their passion for the topic and how it has influenced their careers. You’ll he…
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Open Channels FM Founder’s Podcast Tech Stack
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16:26BobWP is back sharing his podcast gear and software tips for all podcasters, offering insights on mics, interfaces, and AI tools to streamline production.By Open Channels FM
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Kuiken and Hodges: The China Commissioners
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53:06Mike Kuiken and Josh Hodges, two commissioners on the congressionally appointed US-China Economic and Security Review Commission, join us to discuss the recommendations of the Commission’s 2025 annual report and the state of US-China relations more broadly. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to stay updated with the latest episodes! …
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Bob and Nathan explore the chaos of browser tabs. One hoards thousands, while the other balances life with two. Tune in for witty banter, tech quirks, and questionable life advice.By Open Channels FM
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Multipolar with Steve Dyer on The K Jazz Show
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34:20It’s always special when we welcome back the giants of our sound, the elders who continue to move the language of jazz forward. Our guest needs little introduction; he’s a saxophonist, composer, producer, cultural thinker, and one of the most profound creative voices in South African music. The last time we spoke, he had just released Enhlizweni, a…
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Building a Culture of Openness and Growth Around Accessibility in Tech
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39:35In this episode, Anne Bovelett discusses web accessibility with Marc Haunschild, emphasizing its benefits and challenges. They provide practical advice for developers, advocate for diverse teams, and promote small, iterative changes toward inclusivity.By Open Channels FM
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A maiden journey with Hakan Bașar on The K Jazz Show
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28:41This Sunday on The K Jazz Show, we’re taking a trip that begins on the banks of the Bosphorus, glides through the cobbled streets of Florence, making its way to Johannesburg — where jazz meets joy, culture meets curiosity, and rhythm knows no borders. An extraordinary young voice in global jazz — Hakan Başar, the 21-year-old Turkish piano virtuoso …
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Glenn Diesen, professor at the University of South-Eastern Norway and host of the Greater Eurasia Podcast, joins us to discuss the current state of affairs in Europe, including the West’s approach to the war in Ukraine, the future of integration on the continent, and the militarization of Scandinavia. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spoti…
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Episode 700 and The Biggest Lesson Learned With a Rebrand
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9:01As we hit 700 episodes, BobWP catches us up on the rebrand.By Open Channels FM
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Bob’s gearing up for episode 700. He reflects on milestones, announces the end of solo episodes, and hints at more guest chats ahead.By Open Channels FM
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Mathew Burrows, program lead of the Stimson Center’s Strategic Foresight Hub, joins us to discuss his career in the CIA and the National Intelligence Council, where he was the lead author of Global Trends, a non-classified report released every four years as an aid to incoming administrations. We also discuss transformative global events of recent …
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Transforming Website Analytics for WordPress Users with a Privacy-First Approach
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24:41In this episode, Adam chats with the creators of Independent Analytics, a WordPress plugin focusing on user-friendly, privacy-oriented website stats. They highlight its benefits over Google Analytics and upcoming features.By Open Channels FM
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How Great Storytelling Builds Brand Loyalty and Differentiates Products
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31:15In this episode, Rae and Adam dig into why storytelling is key for brands to shine in WordPress, sharing tips on connection, differentiation, and authentic messaging.By Open Channels FM
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John Mearsheimer, world-renowned scholar of international relations, joins us to discuss the state of play in the Middle East, East Asia, and Eastern Europe. We also examine the relationship between realism and morality, the nature of the China threat, and the origins of “offshore balancing.” Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to sta…
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Bootstrapping a Successful WordPress Business Through Customer Feedback and Iteration
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34:38In this episode, Mark chats with Aurelio Volle from WPUmbrella about his journey in creating a WordPress management tool, maintaining customer focus, and the importance of community and transparency in business growth.By Open Channels FM
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How Decentralized Social Platforms Grew from Identica to Modern-Day Mastodon
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Leonard Benardo: Reexamining the “Open Society”
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1:00:08Leonard Benardo, Senior Vice President at the Open Society Foundations, joins us to discuss OSF’s emergence and evolution, defining values of open societies, and heterodox thinking for turbulent times. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to stay updated with the latest episodes! *The Trialogue Podcast is hosted by the Stimson Center a…
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Surviving the WordPress Plugin Grind Growth, Marketing and Overcoming Burnout
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25:35In this episode, guest Devin Walker discusses his transition from corporate IT to successful WordPress plugin development, focusing on GiveWP, WP Rollback, and lessons learned about business and community engagement.By Open Channels FM
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Discovering the Future of AI and Customer Success at CloudFest USA
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20:05In this episode, Adam talks with Jess Frick and Jeff Paul about their panels at CloudFest USA 2025. They discuss customer success in WordPress hosting, AI integrations, and the event's highlights, offering fun insights.By Open Channels FM
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