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blogwatcher

Monitor RSS and Atom feeds to detect new posts with Python.

779|139|Updated Mar 7, 2026
Search Tags:#podcast#news#blog#monitor#rss#feed#atom
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/taracodlabs/aiden --skill blogwatcher-taracodlabs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/taracodlabs/aiden/tree/main/skills/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/taracodlabs/aiden --skill blogwatcher-taracodlabs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automatically monitor RSS and Atom feeds to detect new posts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Aggregate headlines from multiple feeds without APIs.
  • Monitor updates from blogs and podcasts in one place.
  • Use Case: Researchers or journalists who need a quick digest of new posts from selected sources.

Quick Start

Ask your AI to fetch the latest posts from your configured RSS/Atom feeds and summarize them.

Frequently Asked Questions about blogwatcher

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I monitor RSS feeds for new blog posts automatically?▼

You can aggregate headlines from multiple RSS feeds by parsing them with feedparser. This Skill monitors RSS and Atom feeds to detect new posts without relying on individual site APIs, consolidating updates in one place.

What is the best way to track podcast releases without using site APIs?▼

The best way to track podcast releases without APIs is to monitor their RSS or Atom feeds. This Skill uses Python and feedparser to parse podcast feeds, detecting and presenting new episode entries automatically.

Do I need Python and feedparser to aggregate blog updates?▼

Yes, Python and the feedparser library are required to aggregate blog updates. This Skill depends on feedparser to parse RSS and Atom feeds, detecting new posts and presenting recent entries from your configured sources.

Can I get a quick digest of new posts from multiple news feeds?▼

Yes, you can get a quick digest of new posts from multiple news feeds. This Skill aggregates headlines from various RSS and Atom sources, allowing you to ask your AI to fetch and summarize the latest entries from your configured feeds.

Does this RSS feed monitor work for both journalists and researchers?▼

Yes, this RSS feed monitor works for journalists and researchers. It is specifically designed for users who need to aggregate headlines, monitor blog updates, or track podcast releases from selected sources without relying on individual site APIs.

What are the limitations of monitoring Atom feeds without relying on site APIs?▼

A limitation of monitoring Atom feeds without APIs is that feed availability and update frequency depend entirely on the source website. This Skill parses feeds using feedparser, so sources must provide valid RSS or Atom feeds to detect new posts.

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