Open Notes
by Open Channels FM
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About this podcast
Open Notes is what's happening at Open Channels FM. It covers updates on our shows and site, announcements, and the events we attend or support as a media partner. Short, practical, and meant to keep you in the loop. Part of the Open Channels FM Podcast Network.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 118 episodes
- What Can You Learn From 4.4 Million Words? · 6 minIn this episode, Bob Dunn discusses utilizing 4.4 million words from Open Channels FM's podcasts and blog posts. He highlights tools like Jetpack AI Search and Site Chat…
- Episode 800 · 5 minEpisode 800 marks a milestone and presents details about Open Source Champions and community support.
- Major Updates with Version 5.0 and New Developments at Open Channels FM · 9 minOpen Channels FM launched version 5.0, featuring new shows, enhanced navigation, and updated content focus, shifting toward open source philosophy and community engagement.
- Still Moving the Needle on Open Source · 4 minBob Dunn discusses the move from highlighting builders to engaging with open source’s wider future.
- AI for the Rest of Us · 7 minAn update on Open Channels News, new fall series (including "AI for the Rest of Us"), and a preview of the Open Channels FM 5.0 release coming in September.
- Our Guide to Open Channels FM Podcast Network’s Channels, Series, and Blog · 8 minA guide to better understand the content, both audio and written that makes the Open Channels Podcast Network what it is today.
- Open Channels FM Launches Streamed News Show Focused on the Open Source Ecosystem · 8 minOpen Channels FM is launching a new video news show called Open Channels News, starting July 27th. It's a quick, five to ten-minute program covering various open source topics…
- Revisiting What Matters Most · 13 minIn this episode, Bob Dunn recaps six months of key themes, highlighting the surge in AI discussions, ongoing debates about the open web, and WordPress's enduring relevance, while…
- Summer Updates New Features and Changes to Open Channels FM · 8 minBob Dunn updates on Open Channels FM's recent developments, including a homepage redesign, the launch of "Do the Woo" as a standalone podcast, and upcoming features like Open…
- Get Ready for Open Channels FM Live, Our Upcoming Short Form Stream · 2 minBob Dunn announces the July launch of Open Channels FM Live, a short-form live stream focusing on the intersection of open source and the open web.
- Everything You Need to Know About the Podcast Switch · 3 min"Do the Woo" is now a standalone podcast at dothewoo.com. Subscribe for new episodes, extensive show notes, and upcoming features while archives remain on Open Channels FM.
- Keep It Open (Open Source Champions) · 6 minBob Dunn introduces "Keep It Open," an initiative fostering independence and sustainability for an honest open web, encouraging community contributions without rewards, just…
- It’s Channel 4, Literally · 5 minWelcome to Channel 4, where Bob Dunn finally found a home for offbeat chats after sleepless nights. It’s the podcasting wild card.
- Pivots · 5 minJuly 25, 2026 notation: The Open Channels FM YouTube Channels has been rebranded to our Open Channels News podcast. And we no longer have a newsletter so would suggest our series…
- Open Channels FM v4.6 Release · 13 minIn this episode, BobWP announces the release of Open Channels FM version 7.0, detailing significant updates, rebranding changes, new hosting voices, and improved sponsorship…
- Eight Years and 1.53 Million Seconds Later · 6 minWith enough words spoken to fill the Harry Potter series three times over, BobWP shares some fun numbers on this 8th year of the podcast.
- Open Channels FM 2025 Pathway · 17 minFor Open Channels FM 2025 has been a windy pathway that has led to a sweet spot for us in 2026.
- A Reboot of the Do the Woo Podcast · 18 minThe "Do the Woo" podcast is returning, focusing on WooCommerce insights, featuring industry leaders. It will include lively discussions, audience Q&As, and monthly episodes with…
- Episode 700 and The Biggest Lesson Learned With a Rebrand · 9 minAs we hit 700 episodes, BobWP catches us up on the rebrand.







