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WP-Tonic | WordPress | SaaS | Bootstrap SaaS | Startups
Hosted by Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen · EN
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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#1017 - WP-Tonic Show: Do Traditional Hosting Companies Have a Future?
2w ago00:40:03Tap to summarizeDo 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 ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------------
Transcribe →#1016 - WP-Tonic This Month WordPress & Tech Round Table Show For June, 2026
3w ago01:04:49Tap to summarizeWordPress 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
Transcribe →#1015 - WP-Tonic Show: EEAT The Biggest Myth in SEO in 2026?
4w ago00:56:55Tap to summarize#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
Transcribe →#1014 - WP-Tonic Show: What is The Culture of WordPress Good, Bad, or Ugly
Jun 1700:46:38Tap to summarizeWhat 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?
Transcribe →#1013 - WP-Tonic Show: Professional Hockey Player To CEO of Hosting Company Servebolt
Jun 900:56:19Tap to summarize#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?
Transcribe →#1012 - WP-Tonic Monthly Round-table Show: WordPress and Tech Stories of The Month. Get the insights you Need Now.
Jun 301:06:50Tap to summarizeWordPress 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
Transcribe →#1011 - WP-Tonic Show: Liquid Web Retires StellarWP: What Does This Mean For WordPress?
May 2900:59:06Tap to summarizeLiquid 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
Transcribe →#1010 - WP-Tonic Show: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO): The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
May 2000:57:42Tap to summarizeThe Truth About SEO AI (GEO): The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Not everything about Generative Engine Optimization is pretty. Uncover the good, the bad & the ugly truths that the X AI SEO bros won't tell you. Dive into the intricacies of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) in this enlightening video. We’ll explore its advantages, the challenges it presents, and the potential pitfalls lurking beneath the surface. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a business professional, this video will unpack everything you need to know about effectively leveraging GEO. Don’t miss out — watch now to discover how to navigate the good, the bad, and the ugly. David George Quaid, Founder of Primaryposition, a leading NewYork SEO agency https://primaryposition.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidquaid/ @DavidGQuaid ---------------------- 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/ ---------------- ------------------ #1 - David, can you give the audience insight into how you got into SEO and started running your own agency? #2 - There really seems to be a lot of very contradictory information about GEO. What are a couple of key things that you feel people need to know? #3 - In the SEO industry, there is a term that has got very popular, "Mount AI." Can you explain what this term means and your own thoughts on this? #4 - Do you feel that, in general, GEO agencies inflate AI visibility metrics? #5 - ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Claude, Perplexity, and Bing seem to be strongly influenced by traditional SEO signals, as well as other factors. Would you agree with this statement, if yes, can you give us some insights into what these other signals are?
Transcribe →#1009 - WP-Tonic Show: How is the WordPress Marketplace Doing in the First Half of 2026?
May 1300:58:03Tap to summarizeHow is the WordPress Marketplace Doing in the First Half of 2026? WordPress Marketplace in 2026 is evolving fast. Discover key trends, top plugins, and revenue shifts shaping the first half of the year. With Special Guest Angie Meeker, GM of OptinMonster.com + ThriveThemes.com In this insightful video, we dive into the state of the WordPress Marketplace during the first half of 2026. We analyze key trends, growth metrics, and emerging opportunities that have shaped the platform's landscape. Whether you're a developer, designer, or entrepreneur, understanding these developments is crucial for navigating the ecosystem. ---------------------- 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 ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------------
Transcribe →#1008 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show For April, 2026
May 600:59:59Tap to summarizeWordPress 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. #1 - 6 Reasons Why Cloudflare’s EmDash Can’t Compete With WordPress https://www.searchenginejournal.com/6-reasons-why-cloudflares-emdash-cant-compete-with-wordpress/571053/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vmxzhRsZQI #2 - Battle Of The Billionaires: Elon Musk And Sam Altman Go To Court https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnU3Fxf4otE https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2026/04/23/musk-altman-lawsuit-trial-openai/ #3 - Someone Bought 30 WordPress Plugins and Planted a Backdoor in All of Them. https://anchor.host/someone-bought-30-wordpress-plugins-and-planted-a-backdoor-in-all-of-them/ #4 - Co-founder of tech company charged with diverting $2.5 billion in Nvidia AI chips to China in violation of export laws https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/19/politics/super-micro-computer-founder-charged-ai-chips-china https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcBZwzi-c1w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_X2JtWRHhN0 #5 - Tim Cook is stepping down. What happens to Apple now? https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/tim-cook-stepping-down-happens-140000091.html https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/23/opinion/apple-tim-cook-outsourcing-china.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRwPo20Pm-s #6 - 5 Strategic Features that Predict Survival in the Zero-Click Era https://sparktoro.com/blog/5-strategic-features-that-predict-survival-in-the-zero-click-era/ https://signal.zyppy.com/p/winning-google ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ▬▬ 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 connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------------
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