I've been making some decent progress on the new website. I have Fan Shout and GameDay Chat done. Those were two things I did not think I could do. So those are huge hurdles. I'm at point now where I'm torn between what we currently are (discussion forum) or changing course a big into more of a microblogging platform where you can have longform and/or shortform posts.
Discussion Forums (e.g., Reddit, Stack Exchange, specialized forums)
✅ Deeper Conversations – Encourages in-depth discussions with structured replies.
✅ Organized & Searchable – Threads are categorized, making it easier to find past discussions.
✅ More Thoughtful Responses – Users take time to write detailed answers, leading to better learning.
❌ Slower Engagement – Discussions can take time to develop.
❌ Less Visibility – Smaller audience compared to microblogging.
Microblogging (e.g., Twitter, Mastodon, Bluesky)
✅ Fast-Paced Discussions – Real-time engagement and quick exchanges of ideas.
✅ Broader Reach – Easier to share thoughts with a wider audience.
✅ Networking – Great for connecting with experts and thought leaders.
❌ Surface-Level Engagement – Limited character count often leads to shallow discussions.
❌ Algorithm-Driven Noise – Meaningful conversations can get lost in trending topics and viral content.
Best for Learning?
Forums are better for deep learning, technical knowledge, and detailed discussions.
Microblogging is great for discovering new ideas, networking, and staying updated on trends.