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The WP Tavern Jukebox is a podcast for the WordPress community. We interview people who are pushing change in how WordPress evolves. Plugins, Blocks, Themes, Community, Events, Accessibility and Diversity; we try to cover all the bases. Subscribe to be updated when we bring you new content.

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Latest Episodes

Nathan Wrigley interviews Luke Carbis about the evolving challenges in the WordPress plugin ecosystem, including the surge in plugin submissions fuelled by AI, difficulties with plugin discoverability, and potential marketplace reforms. Luke shares i... more

Nathan Wrigley interviews Leo Losoviz, focusing on translating WordPress sites using AI-powered tools, including his Gato AI Translations for Polylang plugin. They cover the evolution from manual, costly translations to efficient, high-quality AI sol... more

In this episode, Nathan Wrigley and Matt Schwartz continue their discussion about how WordPress agencies can harness AI. They cover practical applications like connecting AI to agency documentation, implementing guardrails with MCPs, using AI for int... more

Nathan Wrigley and Matt Schwartz discuss the evolving impact of AI on WordPress agencies, focusing on how AI can streamline agency processes beyond just building websites. They explore the importance of revisiting workflows, creating AI vision docume... more

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Recent Guests

Leonardo Losovic
Creator of Gato GraphQL and Gato AI Translations for Polilang
Gato GraphQL, Polilang
Episode: #217 – Leonardo Losovic on Affordable and Accurate WordPress Translations Using AI
Matt Schwartz
Owner of a WordPress agency in Atlanta and creator of CheckView
CheckView, WordPress Agency
Episode: #216 – Matt Schwartz on Exploring AI’s Impact in WordPress Agencies (Part 2)
Malcolm Peralty
Technical account manager at Pressable, WordPress hosting strategist
Pressable
Episode: #213 – Malcolm Peralty on Managed WordPress Hosting and AI Innovation at Pressable
Anne Bovelett
Accessibility strategist with experience in tech
Episode: #212 – Anne Bovelett on How Web Accessibility Boosts Traffic, SEO, and Revenue
Elliot Richmond
WordPress developer, content creator on YouTube, part-time pizza vendor
Independent; WP Tavern guest; Automattic/content creator collaborator
Episode: #211 – Elliott Richmond on WordPress Content Creation, Education, and Pizza Plugins
Zach Stepek
Unicorn in tech with experience in design, development, and partnerships in WordPress ecosystem
Freelancer / WordPress partnerships consultant
Episode: #210 – Zach Stepek on the Interconnected WordPress Ecosystem, Partnerships and Trust
Simon Pollard
WordPress developer and community organizer from Bristol
Illustrate Digital
Episode: #209 – Simon Pollard on Navigating the New Normal for WordPress Community and Events
Carole Olinger
Head of Cloudfest Hackathon
CloudFest/World Hosting Days
Episode: #208 – Behind the Scenes at the CloudFest Hackathon
Lukas Ratke
Project support team member from Automatic
Automatic
Episode: #208 – Behind the Scenes at the CloudFest Hackathon

Host

Nathan Wrigley
Host of WP Tavern Jukebox, WP Tavern

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 101 ratings
  • Explain it to me like I'm 5... then get into the nitty-gritty

    Nathan is so good at having guests start with the basics and build from there. I usually find myself somewhere in the middle, but there's always some essential little nugget I've missed along the way. I learn so much and feel like I'm filling in any missing gaps in my knowledge base.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Micgrafx
    United States4 years ago
  • Closed pod?

    No updates since july 2019? Is this pod closed? Bad news if so. I really liked it.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Tjogge67
    Sweden6 years ago
  • Great, Authentic Show

    I’ve been an open source developer and WordPress geek since 2012. This podcast is exceptional—there’s valuable, relevant conversation with humor and good spirits. Compared to some other WP podcasts that are cut, dry and short, WPWeekly is both informative and entertaining.

    I feel like I’m hanging with friends when listening to the show. The hosts are also not afraid to speak their mind and tell it like it is concerning the WordPress community.

    -Chris

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christopher !Important
    United States7 years ago
  • Awesome!!!!!

    This has become my new favorite WordPress podcast. Jeff Chandler and John James Jacoby talk about all that is going on in the WordPress world as well as interviewing some pretty cool people in the community. Their knowledge gives a great point of view on what is happening in the community. Makes me feel like I am sitting in a coffee shop with them.

    PS - WordCamp East Troy was the best ever!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mobilechicane
    United States8 years ago
  • Best WordPress Podcast

    After listening to yesterday's episode, it sounds like you guys need to hear some fan love! I have checked out many WordPress podcasts and subscribe to a few, but yours is THE ONE I look forward to each week. Always fresh information presented in a heartfelt way, accessible to anyone with knowledge of WP as a user/site owner, developer or designer. I learn something new in every episode. Thank you for your work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hands had
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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A credible source for WordPress news and interviews with top community members.
Guests are top-notch, with insightful, real-world perspectives on WordPress development and strategy.
Long-running, reliable, and essential for staying up to date with WordPress happenings.

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#186
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#168
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#47
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#99
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#215 – Matt Schwartz on Exploring AI’s Impact in WordPress Agencies (Part 1)
Q: How should an agency start integrating AI without losing control over quality?
Begin with a structured AI vision document that maps every process to be augmented by AI, set guardrails, and define where human review is essential. Start with low-risk areas like meeting summaries and proposals, then gradually expand to more complex tasks, always maintaining human oversight.
#206 – Jonathan Desrosiers on WordPress Sustainability, Community Engagement, and Release Strategies
Q: How do you define the value of the WordPress community?
The value lies in the empowerment and support for new contributors, alongside active engagement and celebration of achievements.
#206 – Jonathan Desrosiers on WordPress Sustainability, Community Engagement, and Release Strategies
Q: What do you think will occur with the releases at upcoming WordCamps?
We will see how the synchronization of releases with the WordCamps plays out this year and assess its success.
#204 – Russell Aaron on the Hidden Settings Page You Never Knew Existed options.php
Q: Do you still get the same excitement about WordPress?
Yes, every day I sit down, the hardest thing I have to do is log in to WP Admin, and from there, I figure everything else out.
#202 – Charly Leetham on Using WordPress to Enable a Digital Nomad Life
Q: How do you manage client communications while living a nomadic lifestyle?
I train my clients to reach me asynchronously, which allows me to respond when I have time available, ensuring trust and understanding.

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Frequently Asked Questions About WP Tavern

What is WP Tavern about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently centers on WordPress evolution, with a cadence that blends technical depth and community-focused storytelling. Episodes frequently explore how WordPress is shaped by leadership in plugins, blocks, hosting, and open-source culture, often featuring founders, engineers, and organizational leads who are driving product and community strategy. Across conversations, recurring themes include sustainable development in the WordPress ecosystem, growth and marketing for WordPress products, AI-enabled tooling, and practical insights for developers and agencies navigating a crowded market. A standout trait is tying product or platform decisions to broader community events and collaborations, along with candid discussions about op... more

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Recent guests on WP Tavern include:

1. Leonardo Losovic
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4. Anne Bovelett
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7. Simon Pollard
8. Carole Olinger

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