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The Joel Comm Show - A podcast about business, life and doing good stuffAuthor: Joel Comm
After decades online, Joel Comm has seen technology — and life — change in ways no one could’ve predicted. But some stories, lessons, and ideas are worth coming back to. In Rediscover, Joel shares honest reflections from his life as an internet pioneer, entrepreneur, and storyteller — exploring how past experiences still shape who we are and what we create today. Each episode is short, personal, and real — part memoir, part life lesson — recorded in one take, straight from the heart. If you’ve ever stepped away from something you loved… maybe it’s time to rediscover it. Language: en-us Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Is This the World's Oldest Website?
Episode 6
Sunday, 9 November, 2025
In July 1995, I launched my first website — WorldVillage.com — one of the earliest family-friendly destinations for software reviews, games, and educational content. Built on curiosity and a love for the web, WorldVillage became one of the first 20,000 sites ever created. Within a year, we had nearly a million visitors. But as the years passed and the Internet evolved, the site faded into the background. Here’s the crazy part: 30 years later, I still own it. And when I asked ChatGPT how many of those original websites are still online today, the estimate was jaw-dropping — maybe 250 total, and only a few dozen still in the hands of their original owners. In this episode, I revisit the story of WorldVillage — how it began, what it became, and why I’m now considering bringing it back. 💬 Here’s what I’d love from you:What should I do with this piece of Internet history?Should I revive it as a “Cool Site of the Day”-style project — celebrating what’s still great about the open web? Drop your ideas and feedback in the comments. — Joel Comm #JoelComm #WorldVillage #InternetHistory #RetroWeb #VintageInternet #1990sWebsites #TechHistory #WebRevival #DigitalArchaeology #OldInternet #CoolSiteOfTheDay #Rediscover #EarlyWebSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
