I had the same problem -- I posted a "Tell HN" that bombed, but that was probably because I posted it on Saturday morning on St. Patrick's Day weekend without r

I had the same problem -- I posted a "Tell HN" that bombed, but that was probably because I posted it on Saturday morning on St. Patrick's Day weekend without realizing it. There are definitely ways to game the system and post at times that will get you the biggest, most active audience... but in your case, I feel like the topic titles also made a difference: the first title asks for participation, but the second title says "Hey, look at this!"