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#975 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show For August, 2025

WordPress 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 that are vital for 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. Marc Benzakein of MainWP #1 - Automattic Pushes WP Engine to Hand Over Evidence of Customer Confusion (Rae Morey) https://www.therepository.email/automattic-pushes-wp-engine-to-hand-over-evidence-of-customer-confusion USPTO Rejects WordPress Foundation’s Bid to Trademark “Managed WordPress” and “Hosted WordPress” https://www.therepository.email/uspto-rejects-wordpress-foundations-bid-to-trademark-managed-wordpress-and-hosted-wordpress   #2 - OpenAI's Sam Altman sees AI bubble forming as industry spending surges https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/openais-sam-altman-sees-ai-bubble-forming-industry-spending-surges-rcna225652 Is GPT-5 a "phenomenal" success or an "underwhelming" failure? https://www.understandingai.org/p/is-gpt-5-a-phenomenal-success-or An MIT report that 95% of AI pilots fail spooked investors. But it’s the reason why those pilots failed that should make the C-suite anxious https://fortune.com/2025/08/21/an-mit-report-that-95-of-ai-pilots-fail-spooked-investors-but-the-reason-why-those-pilots-failed-is-what-should-make-the-c-suite-anxious/ Sam Altman Open AI Dario Amodei. - co-founder and CEO of Anthropic,   #3 - The Case for WordPress: A Platform Built for Builders (Maria Ansari) https://thewpminute.com/the-case-for-wordpress-a-platform-built-for-builders/   #4 - MIT report: 95% of generative AI pilots at companies are failing https://fortune.com/2025/08/18/mit-report-95-percent-generative-ai-pilots-at-companies-failing-cfo/ MIT report misunderstood: Shadow AI economy booms while headlines cry failure https://venturebeat.com/ai/mit-report-misunderstood-shadow-ai-economy-booms-while-headlines-cry-failure/   #5 - Patchstack Case Study Finds Hosting Defenses Fail Against 87.8% of WordPress Exploits (Rae Morey) https://www.therepository.email/patchstack-case-study-finds-hosting-defenses-fail-against-87-8-of-wordpress-exploits   #6 - Silicon Valley is full of wealthy men who think they’re victims, says Nick Clegg https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/aug/23/nick-clegg-silicon-valley-self-pity-wealthy-men     Our Regular Monthly Panel Heather Wilde Renze https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherwilde/ @heathriel Marc Benzakein https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-benzakein/ @MarcBenzak   Spencer Forman https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerforman/ @SpencerForman Kurt von Ahnen https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/ @KurtvonAhnen

974 - WP-Tonic Show: We Discuss The Challenges of Building a New Plugin Solution in 2025 (Creator LMS)

Exploring Plugin Solution Creator LMS: Next-gen development insights, advanced functionality & game-changing features for modern education. In this video, we delve into the exciting journey of developing a new plugin solution for Learning Management Systems (LMS). Discover how this innovative tool enhances user experience, streamlines course creation, and integrates seamlessly with existing platforms. We’ll explore the features, benefits, and real-world applications that make this plugin a game-changer for educators and learners alike. C S Sultan From WPFunnels https://getwpfunnels.com/ #1 - Sultan, can you give the tribe some more background info on WPFunnels, Lincoln Islam, and Coderex? #2 - Who is Creator LMS for and why do you think Creator LMS is something people would need when there are so many other course builders or LMS tools out there? #3 - What were a couple of the biggest challenges the company faced in the development of the plugin? #4 - What are your major marketing strategies connected to marketing the plugin in the next 12 months? #5— Are there any AI tools or services you have been using remotely or regularly that you would like to share with the WP-Tonic tribe? #6—If you had your time machine (H. G. Wells) and could travel back to the beginning of your career, what advice would you give?   ----------------Sponsors------------------ Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ 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 -----------------------------------------Hosts of The Show -----------------------------------

973 - WP-Tonic Show: Red Flag Issues With New & Existing Clients

973 WP-Tonic Show: Red Flag Issues With New & Existing Clients Red Flag Issues With New Clients & The Right Tech Stack For WordPress Freelancers in 2025 Avoid costly mistakes! Learn to spot red flag issues with new clients & choose the right tech stack for WordPress freelancing success. Join us as we uncover the key red flags that could signal trouble with new clients in 2025. This video also highlights the optimal tech stack for WordPress freelancers, helping you streamline your workflow and enhance productivity. By recognizing potential pitfalls and leveraging the best technology, you can safeguard your freelance career. Tune in now for valuable insights that will set you on the path to success.   ----------------Sponsors------------------ Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ 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 -----------------------------------------Hosts of The Show ----------------------------------- Hosts of The Show Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/ https://manananomas.com/ @MananaNoMas ------------------------------------------- -----------------------------------

#972- WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show For July, 2025

WordPress and tech stories. 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 that are vital for 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. https://www.youtube.com/live/7nsny2ss9W0?si=6GBaSjTa9DNtT2Li With This Month's Special Guest Panelist Katie Keith, CEO of the Barn2 plugin shop and the joint host of the WP Product Talk podcast https://barn2.com https://wpproducttalk.com @KatieKeithBarn2 @Barn2Plugins @WPProductTalk   #1 - Woo Is Getting Louder: Inside Its New Marketing Strategy (The Repository by Rae Morey) https://www.therepository.email/woo-is-getting-louder-inside-its-new-marketing-strategy #2 - Tesla to fight California’s claim it overhypes autopilot https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-07-21/tesla-to-fight-californias-claim-it-overhypes-autopilot #3 - Why I’m Not Jazzed About FAIR (The WP Minute By Matt Medeiros) https://thewpminute.com/why-im-not-jazzed-about-fair/ #4 - Obsessed with the Coldplay kiss cam story? I was too, until I realised the sinister truth at the heart of it (The Guardian by Arwa Mahdawi) https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/jul/22/coldplay-kiss-cam-ceo-hr-story-sinister-truth Women are anonymously spilling tea about men in their cities on viral app https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/women-are-anonymously-spilling-tea-men-cities-viral-app-rcna220681 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTT50mDZSy0

971 - WP-Tonic Show: Does AI Mean The End of Developers Or Is It Just a New Powerful Development Tool?

Is AI the end of developers or just a new tool? Discover how AI is reshaping coding and what it means for the future of software development. In this thought-provoking video, we explore the impact of artificial intelligence on the world of software development. Is AI set to replace developers, or is it merely evolving the tools at their disposal? Join us as we explore expert insights, real-world examples, and emerging trends that demonstrate how AI is transforming the tech landscape. With Special Guest Matthew Renze, AI Researcher, Consultant, And Author Matthew Renze https://renzeconsulting.com @MatthewRenze https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewrenze   ----------------Sponsors------------------ Kinta - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT LfiterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT ----------------------------------- Follow & Connect With Us ----------------------------------- ▬▬ 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 -----------------------------------------Hosts of The Show ----------------------------------- Hosts of The Show Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen of MananaNoMas https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandenwood/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtvonahnen/ https://manananomas.com/ @MananaNoMas ------------------------------------------- -----------------------------------