#947 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show

#947 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show

Author: Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen February 4, 2025 Duration: 56:23
We Discuss The Best WordPress And Tech Stories of the Month Stay ahead of the curve with our monthly roundup of the best WordPress and tech stories. Get the insights you need now. Discover the must-know WordPress and tech stories of the month in our latest video! We explore key updates, fascinating innovations, and expert commentary that are vital for anyone involved in the digital realm. Our engaging discussion aims to keep you informed and inspired as you navigate your tech journey. Don’t wait—watch now to catch up on what matters most in the world of WordPress and technology.   #1 - Joost de Valk’s Bold Plan for WordPress Leadership Faces Mullenweg’s Resistance https://joost.blog/wordpress-leadership/ https://www.therepository.email/joost-de-valks-bold-plan-for-wordpress-leadership-faces-mullenwegs-resistance   #2 - Global tech shares fall as China AI chatbot DeepSeek spooks investors https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/jan/27/tech-shares-asia-europe-fall-china-ai-deepseek https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpwoGjpYygI #3 - I built an app with AI, now I'm scared for WordPress... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kkme4p-aoU0   #4 - Elon Musk email to X staff: ‘we’re barely breaking even!’ https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/24/24351317/elon-musk-x-twitter-bank-debt-stagnant-growth Wall Street banks plan sale of X debt at a discount https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/24/wall-street-banks-plan-sale-of-x-debt-at-a-discount/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X64CMd8ZqCo   #5 - GoDaddy Donates $500K to Support WordPress Community https://aboutus.godaddy.net/newsroom/news-releases/press-release-details/2025/GoDaddy-Donates-500K-to-Support-WordPress-Community/default.aspx https://www.thewpcommunitycollective.com/ #6 - From ban to buyout: What next for TikTok in the US? https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250114-from-ban-to-buyout-what-next-for-tiktok-in-the-u   Our Regular Monthly Panel Heather Wilde Renze https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherwilde/ @heathriel Marc Benzakein https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-benzakein/ @MarcBenzak   Chris Badgett https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-badgett-57486325/ @ChrisBadgett Spencer Forman https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerforman/ @SpencerForman Kurt von Ahnen https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/ @KurtvonAhnen  

For anyone navigating the complex world of building an online business, WP-Tonic offers a grounded, veteran perspective. Hosts Jonathan Denwood and Kurt von Ahnen have been at this for years, creating one of the longest-running podcasts dedicated to this space. Their conversations move beyond surface-level tips to explore the real mechanics of creating and sustaining a venture. You’ll hear from creative entrepreneurs who have built their businesses with WordPress, alongside founders who have bootstrapped their SaaS companies from the ground up. The discussions are practical, focusing on the strategies, challenges, and insights that actually matter when your resources are limited and every decision counts. This isn't about theoretical business fluff; it's a deep dive into the technology and tactics used by professionals and founders in the trenches. Whether you're deeply embedded in the WordPress ecosystem or you're in the early stages of figuring out your startup's path, this podcast provides a unique blend of technical know-how and bootstrap business acumen. Tune in for honest talk about building something lasting online, straight from people who have done it and the experts who guide them.
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