Challenges and Wins of Developer Advocacy Plus OpenTelemetry and Neurodiversity in Modern Tech
14/05/2026 | 53 mins.
In this episode, hostsCarl Alexander and guest Diana Todia discuss neurodiversity in tech and the role of Developer Relations, emphasizing the importance of community support, open source contributions, and the growing significance of OpenTelemetry for observability.
Revisiting Web Intents and the Ongoing Challenges of Decentralized Web Services
13/05/2026 | 1h 33 mins.
In a conversation about the future of the open web, Paul Kinlan and Matthias Pfefferle explore the challenges of decentralized identity, interoperability, and potential solutions like Web Intents, advocating for user-centric systems.
TYPO3’s Unique Structure and Global Expansion in Open Source CMS
12/05/2026 | 35 mins.
TYPO3, an open-source CMS, is distinguished by its community-driven governance, robust support, and innovative technology. Version 14 focuses on enhancing user experience and expanding into North America.
Podcasting 2.0: The Open Source Movement Reshaping How We Create and Consume Audio
16/04/2026 | 45 mins.
This episode explores Podcasting 2.0, highlighting community-driven enhancements to RSS, the balance of distribution platforms, and evolving podcast formats.
Lessons from Two Decades of Open Source and the Social Internet
14/04/2026 | 1h 3 mins.
In this episode, host Matthias Pfefferle chats with software engineer Will Norris, discussing his extensive contributions to open standards, federated identity, and open source, particularly within the WordPress ecosystem and the evolution of decentralized social networking.
Open Web Conversations brings you thoughtful interviews and stories from across the evolving open web. We cover the Fediverse, emerging tech, developer tools, and the movement toward digital openness. From founders to community builders, we highlight people and projects pushing boundaries in practical ways. The open web is a spectrum, and our mission is to share the voices, journeys, and ideas shaping its future. Part of the Open Channels FM Network.