15 Jan for another time)
@stefan Happy OG Fediversary ( 15 Jan for another time)
As you might be aware I too recently celebrated mine, (although half the experience) I too am committed and look forward to its future and to be a part of its success.
Although frustrating at times and disappointing to learn about the recent shutdowns, the platform is still growing. Slowly but surely.
And I hope the gradual and long-lasting approach will be fruitful in the long term.
@skinnylatte 
cutting?
@Techaltar even I was shocked seeing that numbers
It's 2K to 5K max if we are being real considering the topic
They should be ashamed of doing this because they are belittling the true audience.
@Techaltar I watch TWiST religiously and have watched it for years.
The channel has a great catalogue of content going back years.
You are correct the numbers do feel inflated (and that too by a lot) but the content is insightful and when I tune in live, I can see the engagement. Long-form podcasts can be boring for some.
I know YouTube numbers and metrics are gamified and tbf I have stopped noticing them.
It's been over a year since I joined the #fediverse, and this would have been so helpful in the onboarding experience.
If someone you know wants to join our little but mighty corner of the internet (with the increasing number of exoduses) do share this informative article from @stefan
@stefan you are one of my favourite 'Follow' in all of the Fediverse
Your feed is full of interesting and helpful/technical posts and I can't thank you enough for the active role you've taken championing the 
Open Web. Not to mention fun 
accounts.
Keep up the great work! 
