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Kaitlyn McGrath

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Reporter-Editor for arts-life at The Canadian Press

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Tara Deschamps @taradeschamps.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
And that’s a wrap! From a resounding “argh” to AI backlash to a certain Heated Rivalry star, @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social and I break down the hits and misses of #TIFF26. www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/entertainmen...
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Hits and misses from this year's TIFF as the festival draws to a close
TORONTO - The 51st Toronto International Film Festival arrived with tensions flaring between Canada and the United States, concerns about artificial intelligence in filmmaking and a massive evolution ...
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Some personal news as they say: I’ve joined The Canadian Press as a lifestyle reporter. I’m so excited to dig into an area of coverage that intersects with a lot of my interests but of course, I’ll always keep an eye out for sports angles, too.
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Be Giant @be-giant.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Cedric Attias led a unique study that found ways to reduce the risk of an elbow injury while pitching, without compromising velocity. He’s now working remotely as a biomechanist for the Seattle Mariners. From @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social: www.begiant.ca/stories/peop...
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Meet the Toronto scientist helping MLB pitchers avoid career-ending elbow injuries
In grad school, Cedric Attias led a study on how different pitching styles put pressure on the UCL. Now, he works for the Mariners
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Something a bit different from me for the Canadian Press' Arts and Life section. On BTS and their Army's takeover of Toronto ahead of their much-anticipated concerts this weekend: ca.news.yahoo.com/feels-homeco...
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'It feels like a homecoming': BTS Army takes over Toronto ahead of stadium shows
TORONTO — Nearly four years ago, Sokvin Vann felt like her life was in a rut.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Another late scratch, another tough loss for the Toronto Tempo, who have been struck by so many injuries this season. My latest report for The Canadian Press: everythinggp.com/2026/07/05/t...
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Tempo dealt another tough hand with last-minute scratch, lineup change in loss
TORONTO — For the second straight game, the Toronto Tempo were forced to make a last-minute change to their starting lineup and alter their game plan moments before tip-off. On Sunday, Tempo point gua...
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
If you’ve ever wondered why Blue Jays players tap their knuckles together after recording a hit, my piece in the @thestar.com has a few answers for you: www.thestar.com/sports/blue-...
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Why do the Blue Jays tap their knuckles when they get on base? We tried to get in on the inside joke
Inside the Blue Jays clubhouse, players were pretty coy when the Star started asking about the origins of their knuckle-knocking motion.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
If you’ve ever wondered why Blue Jays players tap their knuckles together after recording a hit, my piece in the @thestar.com has a few answers for you: www.thestar.com/sports/blue-...
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Why do the Blue Jays tap their knuckles when they get on base? We tried to get in on the inside joke
Inside the Blue Jays clubhouse, players were pretty coy when the Star started asking about the origins of their knuckle-knocking motion.
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Eric Koreen @ekoreen.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
The Kawhi Leonard trade is a lot of things. More than anything, though, it is deeply, deeply funny. My column, free to read.
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Kawhi Leonard’s Raptors return puts hilarious finish to story between team and star (Gift Article)
Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto will be a meaningful moment for Raptors fans.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
I'm working on a few wedding-themed stories and would love to connect with wedding planners/coordinators to chat about current trends. Also looking for engaged couples who are planning for 2026/2027. You can reach out at kaitlynmcgrath5@gmail.com. Thanks 🙏
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
What a fun chat! It was a true career highlight to finally debut on the @torontomike.com podcast.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Looking forward to this! Send your Qs @torontomike.com’s way!
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello spoke about the need to bring consistent energy for 40 minutes. The Tempo started fast on Sunday against the Dream, but couldn’t sustain it. My latest for the Canadian Press: www.thespec.com/sports/baske...
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Toronto Tempo start well but can’t sustain momentum in 102-77 loss to Atlanta Dream
TORONTO - Ahead of Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Dream, Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello spoke about needing to see consistent energy from her team across 40 minutes.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
I had the chance to cover my first Toronto Tempo - and first WNBA - game today for the Canadian Press On the 93-72 win over the Storm: ctvnews.ca/toronto/sports…
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Rice continues to shine for Toronto Tempo in rookie WNBA season
TORONTO — Toronto Tempo head coach Sandy Brondello continued to be impressed by rookie Kiki Rice, who scored 17 points in the Saturday's 93-72 win over the Seattle Storm at Coca-Cola Coliseum. “She's ...
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
I covered the Blue Jays for the Canadian Press today, so wrote about the Cease and Guerrero injuries and why Toronto is hopeful they avoided anything serious share.google/T6aRpO7OgEXw...
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Blue Jays hoping for the best after Cease, Guerrero Jr. exit loss with injuries
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Checking in with a brief update of what I've been working on lately, paired with some nostalgic thoughts about my first full-time job in journalism at Post Sports: kaitlynmcgrathwrites.beehiiv.com/p/may-22-wha...
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May 22: What I've been working on lately
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
My first freelance longread is here! For @nationalpost.bsky.social I wrote about...tennis! And pickleball! Racket sports are thriving, and a big reason why is that many people are realizing they can play -- and love -- both sports: nationalpost.com/feature/tenn...
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Tennis is top of the racket family, but pickleball is coming for the crown
Tennis is steeped in tradition, but pickleball is trendy. There is a history of tension between the two sports, but will one reign supreme?
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
My first freelance longread is here! For @nationalpost.bsky.social I wrote about...tennis! And pickleball! Racket sports are thriving, and a big reason why is that many people are realizing they can play -- and love -- both sports: nationalpost.com/feature/tenn...
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Tennis is top of the racket family, but pickleball is coming for the crown
Tennis is steeped in tradition, but pickleball is trendy. There is a history of tension between the two sports, but will one reign supreme?
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
I will be in mourning for a full week after last night’s Survivor 50 episode
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
I put together a little post on what returning to journalism has been like, with links to some of my recent work. You can read it here: kaitlynmcgrathwrites.beehiiv.com/p/early-thou...
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Early thoughts on my return to journalism
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
I was at the Blue Jays game yesterday and got to talk to an awesome kid named Blake, who threw the ceremonial first pitch and got to meet two of his heroes, Trey Yesavage and George Springer, as part of his Make-A-Wish day. My story for The Globe and Mail: www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/baseb...
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Jays’ Springer honoured to catch ceremonial pitch from Make-A-Wish foundation member
Blake Savage, 13, was wowed by a couple of his baseball heroes and the size of the Rogers Centre field
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
I’m not ready to live in a world without Jamie Ding on my TV at 7:30 😥
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
For the Canadian Press, I wrote about the Canadian women’s rugby team, who today introduced the Rugby Rematch Tour, which will see Canada play England at BMO Field in October share.google/OuPwLKDIWUBR...
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Women's Rugby World Cup final rematch between Canada and England set for Toronto
TORONTO — Canada’s highly ranked women’s rugby team hopes it can build on the growing popularity of women’s sports when it kicks off a domestic tour in Toronto later this year.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
For CP, I pinch-hit for @jchidleyhill.bsky.social on Raptors today as they gear up for Game 3 against the Cavaliers and try to dig out of a 0-2 hole in the series share.google/SKiZWjVTBqoL...
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Raptors push to apply hard lessons before series with Cavaliers slips away
Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic called the first two games of his team’s first-round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers a learning experience. If the Raptors want to overcome th...
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
SOURCE CALLOUT: Hi all, I'm working on a story on the growing popularity of tennis and pickleball. I'd love to chat with people who recreationally play tennis, pickleball, both or have switched from one to the other. You can reply to me here or at kaitlynmcgrath5@gmail.com. Thanks!
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Surprise, I was back at the Rogers Centre doing some reporting today. For CP, here’s a piece on George Springer’s fractured big toe and where the Blue Jays go from here: share.google/WphJAw16YpUx...
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'Have to be able to adjust': Springer joins lengthy list of injured Blue Jays
TORONTO — The relentless injury bug continues to hit the Toronto Blue Jays hard. The latest blow saw George Springer suffer a fractured left big toe in Saturday’s 7-4 loss to the Minnesota Twins.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Gushue is the GOAT and a big reason why I'm a longtime curling fan. Fun story: Brad Gushue was once at a Blue Jays game when I was covering the team. I was fangirling hard in the press box, trying to figure out if I could meet him. The US baseball writers had no idea what I was going on about 😂
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Love this graphic. After watching Survivor as a kid/teenager, Season 40, Winners at War, got me back in as an adult. The fact that it coincidentally coincided with the pandemic gave me ample time to catch up on seasons I missed. It’s amazing after all these years, the show is still so great
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Wishing Buck all the very best in his retirement. He’s a true legend in broadcasting, a Blue Jays icon, and also an incredibly kind person. It was a true delight to be able to get to know him a bit. I look forward to the day the Blue Jays add him to the Level of Excellence. I hope it’s very soon.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
I’ll always cherish the time I spent as a colleague of Richard’s at The Athletic. Both his mentorship and friendship - which continued even after I left TA - has been extremely impactful to me. Looking forward to seeing what comes next!
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
A lot of people have asked me what it’s been like to watch the Blue Jays this year, now that I’m not on the beat. So, I wrote about that experience for @thestar.com: www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
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I covered this Blue Jays team almost every day for seven years. This is why I’m watching the World Series from the stands
I covered the Blue Jays as a beat reporter for seven years, but now I get to go to games as a fan and I'm not sure how to react.
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Richard Deitsch @richarddeitsch.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Love this via @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social: I’ve seen the Blue Jays play 1,000 times, but I’m new to being a fan www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
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I’ve seen the Blue Jays play 1,000 times, but I’m new to being a fan
I covered the Blue Jays as a beat reporter for seven years, but now I get to go to games as a fan and I'm not sure how to react.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Oh hi! It’s been a while since I’ve said this, but I wrote about the Blue Jays and what it’s been like watching their World Series run from outside the press box for @thestar.com www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
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I’ve seen the Blue Jays play 1,000 times, but I’m new to being a fan
I covered the Blue Jays as a beat reporter for seven years, but now I get to go to games as a fan and I'm not sure how to react.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
I know this isn’t my job anymore but I was curious. Last season, the Blue Jays used a total of 10 different starting pitchers over the course of the season. This year, on May 6, they’ve already used eight different starters. Anyway, that’s the stat. I’ll return to my non-beat writing life now 😂
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Important question: Is there anywhere I can watch The Pitt finale live tonight? I can’t find it on Crave…
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
Wishing good luck to all my friends and former colleagues who are starting their spring training coverage! Amid the snowstorm in Toronto, I’m jealously looking at your photos ☀️ ⚾️
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
🚨 Journalism job 🚨 My previous position as Blue Jays staff writer at The Athletic is posted! A chance to work with a truly outstanding staff of MLB writers and editors at a publication that will make you a better journalist. Highly recommend! jobs.lever.co/theathletic/...
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The Athletic Media Company - Writer, Toronto Blue Jays (Toronto, Canada)
About the Role The Athletic is looking for an energetic, motivated writer to cover the Toronto Blue Jays who understands that reporting is the foundation for everything that we do. The top priority fo...
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The Athletic United (Canada) @theathleticunited.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
The Athletic is a unique and valuable voice in Canadian sports media. Its Canadian employees take great pride in the reputation we've helped build and the standard we've set. That's why we're taking steps to unionize our workplace. Our mission statement:
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The Athletic United (Canada) @theathleticunited.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
We are the Canadian workers of The Athletic and this morning we filed with the Canadian Industrial Relations Board our intent to unionize with CWA Canada. Later today, we'll do the same with the Ontario Labour Relations Board. Join us as we organize.
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Eric Koreen @ekoreen.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
There are only so many full-time jobs in Canadian sports media. I believe it's our responsibility to make them as stable and rewarding as possible.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Thanks to @wilnerness.bsky.social for the opportunity to share some of my memories from my years on the Jays beat and a chance to say thanks and goodbye to all the readers and listeners!
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
Three New Year’s resolutions for the #BlueJays in 2025. This is my last article for The Athletic, so please be nice in the comments 🥺 www.nytimes.com/athletic/602...
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Three New Year's resolutions for the Blue Jays to make 2025 better than 2024
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
Some personal news to close out 2024: I'm leaving The Athletic and the Blue Jays beat at the end of the year for another opportunity. This was a difficult decision after eight years at The Athletic. I'm so grateful for my time there, but this felt like the right time to pivot.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Blue Jays dropped three spots in the Draft Lottery from 5th to 8th. Not ideal!
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Matt Gelb @mattgelb.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Phillies take a one-year risk on Jordan Romano returning to form as a dominant late-inning reliever. Some details in this story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/598...
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Phillies add Jordan Romano to late-inning bullpen mix with 1-year deal
In a quest to fortify their bullpen, the Phillies have turned to Jordan Romano — an intriguing righty with upside who comes with some risk.
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
The Toronto BBWAA chapter named our annual winners. Vlad Guerrero Jr. was Player of the Year; Jose Berrios was Pitcher of the Year; Bowden Francis was Most Improved while Spencer Horwitz was Rookie of the Year. Additionally, Danny Jansen was given the John Cerutti Award for his good character
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Looking at 10 candidates to replace Jordan Romano as the #BlueJays closer: www.nytimes.com/athletic/594...
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The Blue Jays need a new closer. Here are 10 candidates to replace Jordan Romano
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 23/11/2024
Blue Jays non-tender Jordan Romano, per reports, marking the possible end for one of the best closers in franchise history www.nytimes.com/athletic/593...
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Blue Jays non-tender former closer Jordan Romano, creating bigger hole in bullpen
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Kaitlyn McGrath @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
I set this account up a while ago, but after much persuading from @wilnerness.bsky.social, I am now finally dedicated to using it!
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