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Which RSS App Do People Actually Use?

I recently asked what people are using for RSS these days on a couple different platforms. I didn’t necessarily expect a clear winner, but I was still surprised at how completely spread out the results were. I decided to tally the results and create a chart (because why not) for all to see.

Bar chart of popular RSS readers

Some other things people mentioned that I wasn’t completely expecting:

  • A good amount of users prefer to digest RSS in a social media style stream instead of by feed
  • Most people tend to be lower volume with their subscriptions
  • A few only use RSS on a computer (no mobile)

Basically, there is no consensus on the best service, best app, or best method to consume RSS feeds. And honestly, that is the beauty of RSS. You can find what works for you and that’s all that is needed.

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What are you using for RSS these days? I’ve been using NetNewsWire since it re-launched on iOS. I have no (well, few) complaints, but I want to see what others are using.

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Sumo Theme & Bayou Theme now have localized text support (set language in config.json). Visual text elements (ex “Read More”) will display in your language. This will be coming to Tiny Theme as well. Languages supported are English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, & Russian.

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I have just released Bayou Theme 1.0 for Micro.blog. Read the intro and dive into the documentation. Its main goal is to keep your longform posts visible and accessible without leaving microposts in the dark.

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Introducing Bayou Theme for Micro.blog

In my opinion, your longform content deserves the spotlight. Yet, in the fast-moving stream of microposts, it often gets buried, fading into the archives quicker than it should. That’s the problem Bayou Theme is designed to solve.

Bayou Theme prioritizes longform writing while keeping your microposts seamlessly integrated. Your latest longform (titled) blog posts stand out, ensuring they get the attention they deserve, while shorter updates remain accessible without dominating the experience. The result? A balanced, clean, and thoughtful approach to blogging on Micro.blog.

Bayou is available now—free to install from the Plugins section in your Micro.blog dashboard. To learn more, visit bayou.micro.blog.

I created Bayou with the same philosophy that guides all my work: simplicity, clarity, and a focus on meaningful content. If you’re looking for a Micro.blog theme that gives your longform writing the presence it deserves without losing the conversational nature of microposts, Bayou is for you.

Give it a try!

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If you’re ever traveling I-10 through Louisiana, consider our new Airbnb.

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My site is now running a pre-release version of Bayou Theme for Micro.blog. I should be able to make it publicly available in less than a week.

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In my opinion, longform content should have higher visibility than microposts. Unfortunately, that content is often lost in the constant stream of thoughts we push out. As a remedy, I’m soon to release a Micro.blog theme that prioritizes longform content without losing your microposts. Hello, Bayou.

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A little Broken Bow trip comes to an end.

A person wearing a plaid jacket and a beanie stands on rocks near a river with a waterfall in a wooded area.A woman and two children, all wearing winter clothing, pose cheerfully on a rocky area near a river.Four people are relaxing outdoors in a wooded area, wearing casual attire and enjoying each other's company.Two people are exploring a forest, balancing on a fallen log surrounded by trees.

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In a location that averages about 0.05” of snow a year, we are now up to 8” in the last few hours.

A snow-covered landscape features a building surrounded by trees, with heavy snowfall obscuring details.
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An unusual site in South Louisiana. More snow today than I’ve seen in last 35 years. Combined.

snow and a pondwoman standing in snow

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My Gear For Sale page has been updated with a few new items and a few price drops. Bags, hanks, pen, Kobo.

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New: Sumo Theme 1.1 with internationalization support. English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, & Russian. If there’s a specific language you need, let me know. You can choose language & customize date format in the config.json. Huge shoutout to @cesco for the heavy lifting here.

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I added a new page to my site, Gear For Sale.

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After a few months and multiple (very delayed) back-and-forth emails with Bluesky, I was finally able to secure my domain name as my handle. Was beginning to look like it might not ever happen.

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The Micro.one video walkthrough by @manton sure does feature a nice looking theme if I do say so myself. Of course, I’m not biased.

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Here’s more stuff for sale. Clever Supply Co Sidekick ($50), Bellroy Field Notes Cover with 8 notebooks ($80), and an iPad Pro 12.9” 128GB with Apple Pencil and Apple Cover ($625). In case you missed it, I posted some Tom Bihn stuff too.

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Any Tom Bihn fans out there? I’ve got a Synik 30 + HLT ($180) and a Cadet with Cache ($180) available. CONUS shipping included. I’ll have more stuff (other brands) available this week too so stay tuned.

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I just figured out a plumbing issue in our house that’s been frustrating me for months. I fixed it for a grand cost of $0. I won’t be revealing how simple it was to fix.

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A quick look at some great memories from 2024. Now on to 2025.

A child with long hair smiles while wearing a yellow and white striped shirt outdoors.A young boy holding a baseball bat is dressed in a baseball uniform, standing outdoors near some trees.A man and a child in casual clothing pose on a wooden deck, both wearing hats and sunglasses.A man and a child strike playful poses in a parking lot, surrounded by cars and autumn trees.A couple is standing in a tree farm, smiling and posing together on a sunny day.A smiling child wearing a red shirt and hat stands among a crowd at an outdoor event, with a bright blue sky and trees in the background.Two children are sitting and eating in the back of a pickup truck.A group of people, including a child and two adults wearing baseball caps, are sitting together in a stadium.A child wearing a red cap is holding and feeding two budgerigars.A child raises their arms excitedly in front of a red vintage race car with 230 AS on the side, displayed in a modern showroom.A man in a baseball cap looks at a painting of a blue dog with striking yellow eyes in an art gallery.A woman and two children stand smiling in front of a brick building with a Dreamland Bar-B-Que Ribs sign.A woman and a child are smiling and posing together at a sports stadium.A family of four is making playful facial expressions while seated in a sports stadium.A person is reaching up to adjust a picture hanging above a fireplace.A woman and two children sit on bleachers at an outdoor baseball event, with the woman holding an umbrella for shade.A woman and a child wearing sunglasses and yellow boots are walking through a grassy area with trees in the background.A child wearing a blue cap and red sunglasses is holding a wrapped baby kangaroo.A child wearing a baseball cap is gently holding a small kangaroo, while sitting next to another child with sunglasses, and two adults are seated in the background.A man and a child wearing hats stand happily outside next to a white truck.A person is preparing to hit a golf ball on a driving range with colorful targets under a partly cloudy sky.