Seriously, BUD?

Raitis Sevelis, a funny bad guy with a funny bad name from @wpbakery.bsky.social was recently on Seriously, BUD? to ell his story > seriouslybud.com/episode/rait...

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@josvelasco.bsky.social No, I did not leave off the "e" in @josvelasco.bsky.social's name. That's just the way he does it. In fact, seems like that's the way he does everything but you'll have to find out for yourself > seriouslybud.com/episode/jos-... #DreamHost

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The official WordPress MCP Adapter plugin already has over 40,000 active installs, less than a week after launching in the WordPress .org plugin directory. 🔗

She bribed bouncers to get her younger brother into Jazz Clubs. My long-awaited, unexpected conversation with the only genealogist I know is out this Friday.

Do you know anyone from Malta? You will, after you hear the founder of @melapress.bsky.social tell his unique story on Seriously, BUD? Could a guy have more hobbies? Find out > seriouslybud.com/episode/robe...

Tomorrow, you will hear what Casey Burridge learned during 3 years of COVID. But hey there, human, you can listen now to almost 120 insanely awesome stories of people in the WP Community. seriouslybud.com/episodes/ See less

Want to know what a lifetime of curiosity sounds like? Before STEM had a name, louisetowler.com was already living it. Check out my unexpected conversation with the Queen of Brilliance > seriouslybud.com/episode/loui...

Can you guess which British historical figure Louise sounds like? More of Louise this Friday. If you can't wait till then, you can catch up on all 117 past episodes here > seriouslybud.com/episdoes

Catch the latest episode of Seriously, Bud? (me) with guest Adam Silver (not the NBA Commissioner), who shares his dynamic story of resilience, community, and love for innovation. Discover how he's navigating personal challenges with a spirit of adventure! seriouslybud.com/episode/adam...

Oh, Mama Mia, Laura Sacco, a @wceurope.bsky.social organizer, had an unexpected conversation on the Seriously, BUD? podcast today. seriouslybud.com/erpisode/lau...

I bet you have heard at least one of Imran Siddiq's (Web Squadron) videos on YouTube. I also wondered what this guy is like, so I had to find out, and he did not disappoint. seriouslybud.com/episode/imra...

A new inspiring story is out now! 🤩 "I have been involved with the WordPress community for over ten years now, and it just gets better over time." ~ Bud Kraus Podcaster at @seriouslybud.bsky.social ? Read More. 👇 wpfounders.com/indiv...

Bot traffic is a hot topic. Kinsta has some very cutting-edge tools to deal with handling it. I wrote about how bot traffic is changing and what that means going forward. kinsta.com/blog/ai-bot-...

Thank you @weglot.bsky.social for sponsoring @wceurope.bsky.social and being a pillar of support for the #WordPress Community. Here's my chat with Juan Hernando we had just as we all are getting ready to go to Krakow. #WCEU www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZ3S...

Seriously, BUD? pays tribute to the speakers selected for @wceurope.bsky.social . Have fun > seriouslybud.com/game/

Which episode is blowing away the field? Hint: Her initials are MF.

Finally - a new episode of Seriously, BUD? is out tomorrow, featuring an Unexpected Conversation with Kevin McGillivray of @Pressable. Catch up on past episodes > seriouslybud.com/episodes/

An unexpected conversation that starts with cigars… and ends with AI taking jobs. In between? A Navy veteran, Iowa winters, and a life that didn’t follow the plan. Hear what James Welbes said on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episode/jame...

You don’t fall behind in AI all at once. You fall behind slowly… while thinking you’re “keeping up.” E2M Solutions's Vistara 2026 AI Event for Digital Agencies is different. It’s not about ideas. It’s about doing. And I hear a few tickets are still available. joinvistara.com

Hey all, Web Agency Summit is in 2 weeks! Was wow’d at the speaker list. Eugene from Semrush, Mary Hubbard from WordPress? It’s looking good I’ll be there, listening and trying not to interrupt. Don’t forget to register. atarim.io/summit/

Hey Bridget Willard, this Seriously, BUD?s. for you. seriouslybud.com/episode/pam-... Just dropped today.

Whether you are a theme dev or not, have you ever considered this? I had never given this enough thought until I did a deep dive for @kinsta.com kinsta.com/blog/block-t...

Why do so many WordPress contributors seem to come from the Netherlands? @joost.blog and I explore that question — along with his journey from a small Dutch town to building Yoast SEO. It’s a story about curiosity, community, and great timing. seriouslybud.com/episode/joos...

Yesterday's unexpected conversation on Seriously, BUD? was with @joost.blog. Bet you didn't know he doesn't cook meals, just prepares them. Hear Joost's story > seriouslybud.com/episode/joos...

@woocommerce.com I had Mr. WooCommerce himself, Rodolfo Melogli, on Seriously, BUD? to tell me his personal story which includes a love story not to be missed > seriouslybud.com/episode/rodo...

On February 29, 2024, I hit publish on my very first episode – an unexpected conversation with Marcus Burnette. Ninety-five episodes later – and counting – and I’m still shaking my head. How did this happen? Hear all 96 episodes > seriouslybud.com/episodes/

Hey, What Do You Think About the Internet (and What We Might Have Lost)? openchannels.fm/hey-what-do-...

Eric is proof that all you need to do is have your local newspaper create a link to your teenage website to start a web design career. Hello.

@adamwarner.bsky.social had a few things to say about his out-of-body experience and a lot more on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episode/adam...

Support Inclusion in Tech > SiNC started the contributor funding program in 2025. They have opened applications for 2026, “We’re putting money directly in the hands of WordPress contributors and organizers…” supportinclusionintech.com/were-funding... via WP_Weekly_275 @seriouslybud.bsky.social

Web Designer Habits Week 03 is live. Time blocking doesn't have to be complicated. Start with one simple habit: give each day of the week a theme. It's how I got my calendar under control without needing to micromanage every hour. Sign up:

@mjs.bio got the supreme honor of being on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episode/mark...

Do you love those year-end reviews like me? I put together the highlights of six Seriously, BUD? 2025 episodes featuring Lesley Sim, Brian Gardner, Cory Miller, Marieke Van de Rakt, Stephanie Hudson, and Robbie Adair. Have a listen. seriouslybud.com/good-night-2... Satisfaction guaranteed.

What are your plans for 2026? How is AI impacting what you are thinking? (Sorry, I could not come up with a simple multiple answer for this).

Greetings and a snowy good morning from the Global Headquarters of Seriously, BUD? Perfect day to kick back and listen to past episodes > seriouslybud.com/episodes/

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I was wondering who came up with the great name - Human Made - for a web agency. That's one of many questions answered during my unexpected conversation with CEO @tomwillmot.bsky.social. seriouslybud.com/episode/tom-...

What would @tomwillmot.bsky.social be doing today if he were not leading @humanmade.com on to greatness? He answers that question and a few others this Friday on Seriously, BUD? Stay tuned.

If you've ever watched a #WordPress training video on # YouTube, chances are you were watching Jamie Marsland. Here's Jamie in an unexpected conversation about his life on Seriously, BUD? seriouslybud.com/episdoe/jami...

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

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-...

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...

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.

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!

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. seriouslybud.com/things-i-lea...

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...

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!

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...