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Trailblazer FM: WordPress without the drama

Lee Matthew Jackson
Wordpress
Podcasting
Content Creation
Burnout
Social Media
Creativity
Health Issues
Environmental Impact
WP Weekly
Client Experience
Work-Life Balance
Automation
Business Automation Summit
Local Networking
Tech Industry
Beaver Builder
Accountability
Procrastination
Web Development
Digital Marketing

For agencies and developers who want fewer WordPress headaches.

Lee Matthew Jackson brings practical advice, real-world problem-solving conversations, and the occasional dad joke… all to help you build smarter, deliver faster, and enjoy the work again.

PS: Troll-free zone. If you want a fight, go to X.

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Latest Episodes

I can't doomscroll for 5 seconds without some "marketing guru" telling me what I should be doing to market my business. It's bloody exhausting! You might remember I burned out trying to do everything back in 2023 and I nearly closed down this very po... more

Posts, pages, categories, media, WordPress has you covered. But when it comes to complex builds where do you turn? Great Opomu suggests... WordPress!? Whaaat!? Well I happen to agree if I am honest, I was saying this in 2016! WordPress and the ecosys... more

When asked what you do, what do you say? "I build websites" or "I am a web developer". Heck even "I build websites in the XYZ industry". Sounds nice and nichey right!? Well maybe not. Alex Curtis joins us today and shares his own experience of nichin... more

I having banged on for years about niching down have to admit that today's epic guest, young Adam Lowe is right when recommends we consider becoming a little more generalist! Why? Because like it or loath it, AI, machine learning, automation and othe... more

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Grito Opomu
WordPress agency owner with a developer background
greatopomu.com
Episode: 402 - More than just a "WordPress" - Great Opomu
Cat Burchmore
Automation expert and organizer of the Business Automation Summit
Episode: 51:2 Can automation prevent burnout? - Cat Burchmore

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Lee Matthew Jackson
Host of Trailblazer FM, providing practical advice and insights for web professionals and agency owners.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Essential listening for agency owners

    Lee has a way of hitting the nail on the head when it comes to the struggles and passions of agency owners — and that is evident in every episode. Thank you, Lee, for knowing your audience and serving it so well! 🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emstar127953
    United States5 years ago
  • Renewed my passion for my web design business.

    I'm so glad I found this podcast - listening to the stories and advice from other web designers and agency owners really helped me to renew my passion for my own business in WordPress website development. The host and the guests are very transparent with some of the issues that they have had in their businesses and give great advice on how to setup systems and processes that have helped me to build a better agency, be a better web developer, and serve my clients better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robin J. Smith
    United States6 years ago
  • Lee is a very passionate host and manages to eloquently put across his point of view on a variety of agency topics on a weekly basis. There's a good mix of shows with guests and also solo shows, keeping the podcast easy to digest. Whilst I'm not a digital agency owner any longer, I still find the content to be extremely valuable. Fantastic podcast, one of my favourite listens every week.

    Podchaser
    5
    Matt Davies
    6 years ago
  • Agnecy / Freelancer - Life changing & designed for YOU!!

    WOW! Value packed - EVERY episode shares actionable advice, tip and practiclal help for both agency owners and freelancers alike, shared not only from Lee's years of experience, but he also drafts in specialist guuests to expand more upon his own knowledge.

    What a generous & giving Podcast, that will literally TRANSFORM your agent, business and life!

    Be sure to csubscribe ASAP!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TGPromotions
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • The best in the industry. An all-time classic!

    Podchaser
    5
    Ajgagnon
    6 years ago

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The host is noted for his relatable style and humor, making complex topics accessible while engaging listeners effectively.
Listeners appreciate the show's actionable advice for agency owners and web developers, emphasizing its practical approach and community support.
Reviewed as a must-listen for anyone involved in web design and development, the content is seen as immensely valuable and relevant.

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402 - More than just a "WordPress" - Great Opomu
Q: Could you give us some examples then of what you would perceive as something more complex with WordPress?
Building a custom podcast hosting platform is an example of using WordPress for complex applications.
402 - More than just a "WordPress" - Great Opomu
Q: Why do you think that agencies today still treat WordPress predominantly as a website platform more than anything else?
Agencies lack trust in WordPress's ability to handle complex solutions and often default to other software solutions.
399 - Why most WordPress devs are musicians - Zach Stepek
Q: Why do you think that most WordPress people crossover or have that music crossover?
It has a lot to do with the creativity involved in being a WordPresser and the need for right and left brain coordination in building a WordPress site.
397 - Your passion can make it pay - Davinder Singh Kainth
Q: What's been the journey for this? Because I imagine when you first started, what that looks like then is much different to today.
The initial focus was on writing for enjoyment, not for profit, leading to a slow buildup of audience and content quality.
397 - Your passion can make it pay - Davinder Singh Kainth
Q: How do you think somebody could start to promote their product in this 2025 competitive day and age?
Focus on visibility, interaction, and education before conversion. It's crucial to connect with potential customers and solve their problems first.

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