It's indeed very concerning. I also use Pocket Casts as well as Day One, and both have been exceptional apps which are integral to my daily routines and well-being. I certainly hope for the best, but… shrug
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I’m an enthusiastic longtime paying user of Pocket Casts and Day One.
Now that employees are leaving in droves (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41872046) I fear for both.
Pocket Casts is the only podcast app that has ever clicked for me.
I’ve invested significant time and personal writing and media into Day One journals. Privacy concerns aside, it’s an app and platform I enjoy using.
How many of the employees fleeing Automattic couldn’t care less about WordPress but are the product and technical expertise behind these other products?