In an age of shortened attention spans and media layoffs, Substack CEO Chris Best has built something remarkable: A thriving space for long form content. And it’s growing.
Substack, which was only founded in 2017, has over 3 million paid subscribers and 35 million active readers today. While some of the most celebrated journalists and writers publish on the platform, Substack CEO Chris Best is equally proud of what the company has done to make writing online accessible to everyone.
In this episode of World of DaaS, we break down Substack’s goal of creating “a new economic engine for culture.” We discuss Substack’s growth, their role as a challenger voice in media, and their unique stance on free speech. Chris has a nuanced vision of the future of social media and explains why he thinks online media is bifurcating.
We also discuss the impacts of AI on writers, creators, and platforms. Chris closes out with some very interesting takes on the value of education and data-driven decision making. This is a must listen for anyone who wants to understand Substack’s amazing growth and the future of media.
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