WP Builds
Nathan Wrigley
Web site building with WordPress. In this podcast we follow the hopeless exploits of David Waumsley and Nathan Wrigley as they try, and fail, to understand WordPress. They know that they love building websites with WordPress, but the complexities of this awesome web building solution are always out of reach. Not only are they not clever enough, but they just don't try all that hard
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best WP Builds episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to WP Builds for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite WP Builds episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
This Week in WordPress #319
WP Builds
12/17/24 • 96 min
The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 9th December 2024.
12/19/24 • 62 min
Today we have an exciting and essential conversation for all WordPress enthusiasts and developers. In this episode, titled "Feeling Insecure? Risks and Regulations", I'm joined by Sir Tim Nash to chat about the crucial topic of WordPress security. It's the second of our new show, which will be dropping about once every quarter. Thanks Tim! From securing your devices to balancing usability with top-notch security, it all gets covered. So, get out your tin foil hats, sit back, un-relax, and let's allow Tim the chance to scare us all silly.
This Week in WordPress #311
WP Builds
10/15/24 • 93 min
The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 7th October 2024.
02/20/25 • 54 min
Today, we're with Tony Zeoli, who shares his journey from being a DJ and club promoter to founding Netmix and developing radio station-related WordPress plugins. Tony discusses the history of Netmix, his experience with streaming audio online in the '90s, and his project's evolution into modern tools for radio stations on WordPress. He highlights the differences between live radio and podcasting, the ongoing relevance of radio, and introduces features of his "Radio Station" and "Radio Station Pro" plugins. Tony also narrates his move to North Carolina and involvement in academia and other startups. Go check it out...
This Week in WordPress #324
WP Builds
02/11/25 • 96 min
The WordPress news from the last week. Join Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Tim Nash and Corey Maass as we talk about the WordPress news from the past 7 days. It's always fun!
This Week in WordPress #326
WP Builds
03/11/25 • 95 min
"Things hard won will not be easily lost" - This Week in WordPress #326. Join Taco Verdonschot, Marieke van de Rakt, Marcus Burnette as we discuss the WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 3rd March 2025.
07/18/24 • 49 min
In this episode of the WP Builds Podcast, Nathan Wrigley and David Waumsley discuss the significant and evolving role of AI on the web, focusing on the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C) new report titled "AI and the Web, Understanding and Managing the Impact of Machine Learning Models on the Web". The episode delves into AI's dual challenges: data quality and environmental impact. We explore ethical and societal implications, such as privacy, transparency, and the potential for AI to undermine human creativity and entry-level jobs. We also address the importance of standards, regulatory frameworks, and Tim Berners-Lee's optimistic vision of AI, emphasising the need for collaborative and ethical AI development. Go listen...
This Week in WordPress #294
WP Builds
04/23/24 • 98 min
The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 15th April 2024. You can find the episode here: https://wpbuilds.com/2024/04/23/this-week-in-wordpress-294
09/19/24 • 44 min
Todoay, we're with seasoned WordPress developer Derek Ashauer discussing his new product, Conversion Bridge, designed to enhance conversion tracking on WordPress sites. Derek highlights its compatibility with 51 plugins, including WooCommerce and various LMS systems. He explains the easy setup process, flexible site license structures, and robust customer support. Privacy concerns and alternative analytics platforms that comply with global laws are also addressed. Unique user needs and future integrations are covered, providing insights into streamlining analytics and conversion tracking. This episode is packed with information that'll help you simplify your conversion tracking workflow, and make the most out of your WordPress site.
03/13/25 • 48 min
In this episode of WP Builds, I talk with Akshat Choudhary, founder of Block Vault, about his new product, Airlift. Airlift is a WordPress optimisation tool that promises to speed up websites with the click of a button by automatically implementing performance enhancements like caching, CDN, and image optimisation. Akshat discusses the challenges and importance of making websites faster for user engagement and conversions. Although building Airlift took longer than anticipated, with three-and-a-half years of development, the goal is to make fast websites accessible to everyone, emphasising the impact on user experience and engagement. Go listen.
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FAQ
How many episodes does WP Builds have?
WP Builds currently has 730 episodes available.
What topics does WP Builds cover?
The podcast is about Wordpress, Podcasts and Technology.
What is the most popular episode on WP Builds?
The episode title '363 – No Script Show, Episode 5 – What is component based web design?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on WP Builds?
The average episode length on WP Builds is 57 minutes.
How often are episodes of WP Builds released?
Episodes of WP Builds are typically released every 3 days, 18 hours.
When was the first episode of WP Builds?
The first episode of WP Builds was released on Nov 17, 2016.
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