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Josie @josette.dftba.social · 3d

I just registered for #WPA11yDay, a free, virtual 24-hour conference on WordPress accessibility taking place October 15-16, and you should too! Get your free ticket at 2025.wpaccessibility.day. #WPAD2025 #WordPress #a11y

WordPress Accessibility Day 2025 - WordPress Accessibility Day 2025

WordPress Accessibility Day is a free 24-hour global event dedicated to addressing website accessibility in WordPress. October 15-16, 2025.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · 3d

Here's a good one. Jon Penland, the new CEO of @kinsta.bsky.social, and I have a lot more in common than I thought possible. It's way more than just knowing how to write freelance for Kinsta. Hear his full story > seriouslybud.com/episode/jon-...

Jon Penland’s Unconventional Journey to CEO of Kinsta

From selling water pumps in Georgia to running Kinsta as its CEO, Jon Penland shares his inspiring career transformation. He reflects on life in an RV, freelancing in tech, building company operations...

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · 10d

My wife Arlene, loved the @jonathanwold.com episode of Seriously, BUD? and said I owe him a semi-public apology for the way I went after him on his hair. Ok, here is my semi-public apology because how uss BS, right? Do check out what my new friend has to say > seriouslybud.com/episode/jona...

Jonathan Wold on Gaming, WordPress, and Building Guildenberg

%exceJonathan Wold shares his journey from selling baked goods door-to-door with his brothers to becoming a key player in the WordPress community. From his love of gaming and public speaking to co-fou...

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · 21d

Talk about a guy who only has time for family and work (in that order), tomorrow you will hear from @ianmisner.com like you never have before.

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Bethink Studio @bethink.studio · 21d

Bethink founder @bethsoderberg.bsky.social was on the @seriouslybud.bsky.social podcast! She opened up about her #WordPress journey and how mentorship and empathy shape the way she works.

Tune in!

Beth Soderberg on WordPress, Mentorship, and Building Empathy in Tech

Bud talks with Beth Soderberg about her journey from shy beginnings to becoming a leader in the WordPress community. She shares insights on mentorship, running her agency Bethink Studio, and making…

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · 28d

After listening to every episode of Seriously, BUD? multiple times, I’ve picked up more than just stories - they’ve revealed broader truths about identity, culture, and human connection. And that good things can happen at 7-11.

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Things I Learned Listening To Seriously, BUD? - Seriously, BUD?

I have the distinct privilege and high honor of listening to every episode of Seriously, BUD? Not once. Not twice. Sometimes three times or more times.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Sep 12

Honesty, sincerity, integrity, and intelligence. Need I say more about today's unexpected conversation with @bethsoderberg.bsky.social? She inspires me to be a better me. seriouslybud.com/episode/beth...

Beth Soderberg on WordPress, Mentorship, and Building Empathy in Tech

Bud talks with Beth Soderberg about her journey from shy beginnings to becoming a leader in the WordPress community. She shares insights on mentorship, running her agency Bethink Studio, and making te...

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Sep 10

Very excited to tell you that this Friday, you can hear what @bethsoderberg.bsky.social had to say on Seriously, BUD? This unexpected conversation was a long time coming, and the pleasure was all mine!

Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Sep 3

It's Howard Spaeth's birthday today. No better way to celebrate it than to hear what he had to say about this life on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episode/howa...

Howard Spaeth on WordCamp Montclair, Family Legacy, and Building H Grant Designs | Seriously, BUD?

Howard Spaeth shares his journey from family roots and CIA legacy to co-leading WordCamp Montclair and building a successful WordPress agency, H Grant Desig

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Sep 3

Who's coming up this Friday on Seriously, BUD? It's Sandra Kurze's turn.

Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Jul 31

Who's going to be on Seriously, BUD? tomorrow. It's some guy who manages to show up everywhere and is kinda funny.

Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Jul 29

I was hiding from something but not sure what.

Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Jul 21

Seriously, BUD? is getting serious. I am looking for a remote part-time assistant. Apply here or let someone know. seriouslybud.com/help-wanted/

Help Wanted - Seriously, BUD?

I am looking for a Remote Assistant to help me with the work I do for my podcast, Seriously, BUD?

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Jul 8

Hear @mattgraham.bsky.social's episode at seriouslybud.com/episode/matt... and Marieke van de Rakt's episode at seriouslybud.com/episode/mari... and will this vidoe make @sdhudson.bsky.social LoL?

Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Jun 30

The only thing I did not like about Marieke van de Raft's episode on Seriously, BUD? is that it had to end. seriouslybud.com/episode/mari...

Marieke van de Rakt on Work, Family Life, and Dutch Innovation | Seriously, BUD?

Marieke van de Rakt discusses her academic journey, life with ADHD, Dutch culture, family, WordPress business, and her passion for politics, education, and community-building.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Jun 24

Did you catch Dan Knauss @dan-kn.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy when he had his unexpected conversation on Seriously, BUD? the other day? Oh yeah, he is also an organizer of this year's #WordCampCanada. seriouslybud.com/episode/dan-...

Dan Knaus on Literature, Life Lessons, and WordPress Architecture | Seriously, BUD?

Dan Knaus reflects on his journey from literature to WordPress, parenting across borders, and solving enterprise problems with heart, humor, and deep thinking.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Jun 10

@kinsta.bsky.socialYes, I may have been the last person in all of WP Land to have done this, but I did it. kinsta.com/blog/ai-plug...

It means you can too!

Using AI tools to spin up a WordPress plugin

Learn how to build a custom WordPress plugin using Cursor AI, with a step-by-step workflow, and practical tips on using AI-assisted coding.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · Jun 8

Want to know how to be the co-founder and CTO of @humanmade.com and knock off work every day at 2PM (not AM)? Hey @joehoyle.bsky.social I hope I don't get you in trouble. :-) seriouslybud.com/episode/joe-...

Joe Hoyle on Building Human Made, Family Life, and WordPress Enterprise | Seriously, BUD?Joe Hoyle - Seriously, BUD?

Joe Hoyle shares how he balances family, global travel, and leading Human Made, reflecting on his minimalist upbringing, WordPress growth, and the future of tech.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · May 30

@miriamschwab.bsky.social from @elemntor.bsky.social shares her story that began in Canada and took her to the heights of a tech influencer around the world. I had the pleasure of hearing her story, and now you can too > seriouslybud.com/episode/miri...

Miriam Schwab on WordPress, Startups, and Life in Israel | Seriously, BUD?

Miriam Schwab shares her journey from Toronto to Israel, from editing patents to launching Strattic and leading WordPress relations at Elementor—all while raising seven kids.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · May 28

Laundry, Cooking, Eema , #Elementor. @miriamschwab.bsky.social tells her story on Seriously, BUD? this Friday.

Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · May 13

The first guest I ever had on my show was @mburnette.com You can listen to the episode or check out this quickie flashback that's - shall we say - a little different? seriouslybud.com/assimilating...

Assimilating - Marcus Burnette - Seriously, BUD?

Marcus was the first guest I ever had on Seriously, BUD? Here's a clip.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · May 9

We not only have a Pope from Chicago, but we also have Tim Monner from @bigscoots.bsky.social who is today's guest on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episode/tim-...

Tim Monner - Seriously, BUD?

An unexpected conversation with a legendary high school rock star.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · May 7

Here's what my first guest @mburnette.com had to say during his interview on Seriously, BUD? Hear the full episode > seriouslybud.com/episode/marc...

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Eric Karkovack @karks.com · May 6

Are you a #WordPress freelancer or agency working on multiple site builds? Check out these tips for improving your efficiency. ⚡ speckyboy.com/wordpress-ag...

How WordPress Agencies Can Improve Site Building Efficiency — Speckyboy

Improved efficiency allows you to level up your WordPress design agency. We’re all about improving the site-building process without cutting corners. We share how to make it a reality.

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Seriously, BUD? @seriouslybud.bsky.social · May 5

@milana-cap.bsky.social not only has a great life sotry she has a great voice to hear her to tell it. Listen > seriouslybud.com/episode/mila...

Milana Cap - Seriously, BUD?

An unexpected conversation with a classically trained musician who moved out when her daughter turned 21.

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