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Seriously, BUD?

A weekly podcast featuring an unexpected conversation from someone in the WordPress Community.

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42:10

James Welbes on Cigars, Navy Life, WordPress, and...

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2026/04/17

Send us Fan MailAn unexpected conversation with a world traveler who knows a good cigar when he smokes one. In this episode of Seriously, BUD?, Bud talks with James, a WordPress developer from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in a relaxed, wide-ranging conversation that starts with cigars and unfolds into a deeper look at life, work, and perspective. James shares his casual approach to cigar smoking, his experience living in a surprisingly diverse Iowa community, and his journey from serving in the U.S. Navy to

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27:25

Joel Olawanle – A Man of Faith, AI, and Life Beyond...

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2026/04/10

Send us Fan MailAn unexpected conversation with a guy who is an expert on Jollof Rice and loves his relationship with God.Bud talks with Joel, a young Nigerian developer and Kinsta editor he’s worked with but never met live, uncovering a thoughtful and driven individual shaped by faith, curiosity, and ambition. Joel shares insights into life near Lagos, his Christian beliefs, and a daily routine centered on learning AI, writing, and building a SaaS product around web scraping. Despite a modest

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32:58

Pam Aungst Cronin on Glamping, SEO, and Building a...

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2026/04/03

Send us Fan MailAn unexpected conversation with a Jersey girl who glamps, then sends people to web pages. Pam shares how her love of glamping led not only to a tight-knit community in New Jersey but also to meeting her husband during the pandemic, while her career evolved just as unexpectedly—from a secretary navigating both analog and digital systems to teaching herself web development, discovering WordPress, and ultimately building a boutique SEO agency. Through hands-on experience, she grew into

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13:16

Seriously, BUD? Episode 100 – The Human Stories of...

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2026/03/27

Send us Fan MailAn unexpected conversation for episode 100 with two people that aren't people. In this special 100th episode of Seriously, BUD?, AI-generated hosts Eve and Adam take a step back to explore the deeper patterns behind the conversations that have shaped the show. What emerges is a powerful portrait of the WordPress community—not as developers or designers, but as people. From introversion and meaningful connection at WordCamps to the surprising overlap between coding, music, and

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34:51

Manish Dudharejia on Building E2M Solutions,...

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2026/03/20

Send us Fan MailAn unexpected conversation with an engaging entrepreneur who first turned on a computer on day one at university to get his Master’s in Computer Science.This episode of Seriously, Bud? features Bud in conversation with Manish Dudharejia, tracing his journey from a modest, education-focused upbringing in India to becoming the founder of E2M Solutions. With early exposure to business through helping his father, Manish eventually discovered his passion not in coding, but in SEO and

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38:18

Joost de Valk on Building Yoast SEO, Open Source...

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2026/03/13

Send a textAn unexpected conversation with a WordPress entrepreneur who helped millions rank better on Google - and still prefers a quiet life in his small Dutch town.In this episode of Seriously, BUD?, Joost de Valk reflects on the journey that led him from a small town in the Netherlands to becoming one of the most influential figures in the WordPress ecosystem. He discusses his upbringing in a family deeply engaged in social and community work, his early detour into theology studies, and how

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32:39

Rodolfo Melogli: From Sicily Love Story to Digital...

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2026/03/06

Send a textAn unexpected conversation with a guy who appreciates the luck he's had changing his career from civil engineer to Mr. WooCommerce. Rodolfo Melogli joins the show with a story that feels like it was written for a movie. At 20 years old, while vacationing on the volcanic island of Lipari off the coast of Sicily, he met a young woman and - despite being shy - left her a handwritten note asking to meet on the beach the next day. She said yes. They spent a day together, shared a kiss,

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36:35

Ben Sibley on Blending Cultures, Building WordPress...

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2026/02/27

Send a textAn unexpected conversation with a guy who thinks analytically and acts independently.In this episode of Seriously, BUD?, Ben Sibley shares the story of his recent cross-cultural marriage to Izzy, blending a traditional Ismaili Nika ceremony with an American-style celebration in Philadelphia. From choreographed wedding dances to an upcoming trip to Pakistan’s Hunza Valley, Ben reflects on love, family, and merging traditions. He also dives into his upbringing in Pennsylvania, his

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37:03

Luca Rodino on Learning Saxophone and Growing SiteGround

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2026/02/20

Send a textAn unexpected conversation with a guy who is not going to bet married because it is too hard to get divorced. Luca Rodino joins Seriously, BUD? to share the story of picking up a saxophone two years ago with no musical background, driven purely by his love of jazz and blues. From practicing in an industrial gym because the instrument is too loud for home, to growing SiteGround into a top hosting provider in Italy and now leading global partnerships, Luca reflects on risk, discipline, and

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34:37

Eric Karkovack – From Radio Dreams to Web Design,...

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2026/02/13

Send a textAn unexpected conversation with a guy who's always on the lookout for a Red-Bellied Woodpecker to make his day. Eric Karkovack’s path began with dreams of becoming a radio DJ, but the reality of that industry led him instead toward web design, a field he’d been preparing for since childhood through early experiences with Apple IIc computers and teaching himself HTML in the early days of the internet. After maintaining websites for radio stations and a local newspaper in Carlisle,

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29:07

Ute Keller on Reinvention, Creativity, and Finding...

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2026/02/06

Send us a textAn unexpected conversation with a full-stack nerd who has lived her life as the exception to the rule. In this episode, Ute Keller shares her journey from growing up in a small town near Germany’s Ramstein Air Base to becoming a seasoned solopreneur with over 20 years of experience. She reflects on a shy but academically strong childhood, a winding career path marked by experimentation and self-discovery, and a rich creative life that includes painting, photo retouching, and deep

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32:48

Isotta Peira on Open Source, Queer Identity, and Her...

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2026/01/30

Send us a textAn unexpected conversation with a WordPress evangelist who deserves all the WP Credits coming her way.In this episode of Seriously, Bud, Bud sits down with Isotta Piera, a WordPress Credits Program lead, for a wide-ranging and personal conversation that moves from life in Europe to life in open source. Isotta shares what led her and her wife to move from Madrid to Barcelona, her love of travel and food, and her early dreams of becoming a professional fencer before injury and anxiety

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45:06

Adam Warner on Reinvention, WordPress, Family Life,...

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2026/01/23

Send us a textAn unexpected conversation with a lover not a fighter who grew up where nature smiles for seven miles. Adam Warner’s story is one of reinvention, resilience, and curiosity. After losing his job in the office furniture industry, he pivoted into web design and eventually found his place in the WordPress community, where he once lived life as a conference “road warrior.” Today, he’s focused on simplifying his commitments, prioritizing family, and creating space for what matters most. His

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41:08

Julia Golomb’s Journey: From Montessori Roots to...

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2026/01/16

Send us a textAn unexpected conversation with a lucky human who gets lost with the redwoods, eucalyptus, and bay laurel as much as she can.Julia Golomb’s story weaves together curiosity, community, and purpose. Raised between New Hampshire and New Jersey, her unconventional education – from Montessori school to a demanding boarding school – sparked a lifelong love of learning, even as it taught her the importance of balance. After college at Vassar, transformative experiences volunteering in Greece

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34:00

Mark Szymanski on Pittsburgh Roots, WordPress, and...

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2026/01/09

Send us a textIn this episode of Seriously, Bud, Mark Szymanski opens up about his deep roots in Pittsburgh, where he’s spent his entire life. He shares memories of growing up in a family-run Italian diner, playing deck hockey, and discovering his passion for information science and WordPress after studying at the University of Pittsburgh. Mark reflects on his career path, moving from a marketing and tech role in real estate to becoming a well-known figure in the WordPress community, where he’s

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39:05

Matt Schwartz on Identity, Mentorship, and WordPress...

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2026/01/02

Send us a textMatt Schwartz shares his Atlanta upbringing, career path from video to web development, experiences at Disney, and insights on building his WordPress agency, Inspry. A thoughtful discussion on identity, mentorship, and community.

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20:26

Seriously, BUD? Says Good Night To 2025

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2025/12/26

Send us a text Featuring highlights from six guests over the past year, with my commentary. This might be my favorite episode to date.

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30:24

Brian Cords on Teaching English, Tattoos, and...

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2025/12/19

Send us a textIn this episode of Seriously, Bud, Brian Cords shares his journey from English teacher to WordPress developer advocate at WooCommerce. Brian talks about raising five kids, playing guitar at home, discovering WordPress by accident, building community through writing and developer relations, and how tattoos, storytelling, and friendship all shape his life and work.

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29:37

June Liu on Language, Life Abroad, and WordPress...

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2025/12/12

Send us a textIn this episode of Seriously, Bud, June Liu reflects on her 33-year marriage, years living in Taiwan, multilingual upbringing, mental health journey, WordPress consulting career, and her work building authentic community through Speed Network Onlinxcerpt%

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35:43

Tom Willmot

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2025/12/05

Send us a textAn unexpected conversation with a natural leader living life on a butter farm in the Brittany countryside. The conversation with Tom Willmot delves into his intriguing life journey, from a nomadic childhood to becoming the CEO of Human Made. Tom grew up in a unique environment, part of a movement called The New Age Travelers in the UK, where he was homeschooled in a van until he was 11. This nomadic lifestyle, which also involved his single mother and his six siblings, greatly

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