He turned out to be a smart, articulate, connected, professional – with a good sense of humor.
He shares his insider’s view of the political, business, and advertising dynamics that are shaping the social media evolution.
He comments on his Substack experiences, both good and bad, and the multi-level issues we will face going forward.
He talks about the specific issues he is testing with his different publications and his legitimate concerns about social media's political and economic future.
Kristina maintained a fast, entertaining pace throughout the podcast, and managed to link the conversations to writers-club issues.
In the beginning, start-ups are so open to ideas. As the company grows and money starts flowing, the mind hardens, and values fade. They detach from the "why" behind their business. The business came to be because of a value they cherished and a problem they solved, which is all soon forgotten when greed sets in.
The creator economy is genius for the big companies (like Meta & Google). Let people hustle to create media to keep attention for the advertisers. Before, that would cost a ton of money to make TV shows for the advertisers.
On the flip side, creator economy gives people a voice and a chance to create the media without going through networking and pitching to media companies.
So we still have a chance here before big media catches on.
Of course this is all true. I’ve been thinking the exact same thing. Substack and Blue Sky are targets. What troubles me, “Finnegan” is that you don’t use your real name. And you worked for Bush? Come on, who are you?
Being a mere journalist, for me there’s an ethical problem with no ID. It also obscures crucial context. As you know, I like your stuff and it was interesting to hear your voice. Your pieces basically tell me what I already know but you have tons of energy (is it the single malt?) and you’re excellent at citing statistics and appear to have a working knowledge of economics so eminently quotable, assuming your numbers are right and that’s easily checked. A bit arrogant but respect for hitting proverbial nail on head more often than not. You worked for Bush, though? WTF? Inquiring minds…
🤫 im just… an illusion. (Waves hands mysteriously) 😏
That said there is something liberating about it all. Reminds me of something Ray Teller (of Penn and Teller) taught me… about why he doesn’t talk in the act (because when they first started he used to) and what he said to me was… by not talking and interjecting his personality he forces the audience to have to engage in the illusions performance. It makes the whole thing more interesting and it forces the audience to figure it out.
What a refreshing podcast interview at the Online Writing Club about the 'politics' of wealth. This guy speaks truth about marketing strategies with rawness and realness.
"Substack is not the unicorn that breaks the cycle" of social media control - hmmm...
Kristina asks some really good questions - especially about the future of ads on Substack with a great answer from Mr. A.
"Now is the time to experiment on Substack!" How liberating to hear!
He mentioned a book called "Will It Make the Boat Go Faster?" by Ben Hunt-Davis to use with clients that I am gonna check out!
Unfortunately, that seems to be the norm for platforms now. They start with good intensions and ideas, but then turn to the "dark side". The bigger they are, the worse it gets :(
Good read!
The Mr Anonymous podcast was a pleasant surprise.
He turned out to be a smart, articulate, connected, professional – with a good sense of humor.
He shares his insider’s view of the political, business, and advertising dynamics that are shaping the social media evolution.
He comments on his Substack experiences, both good and bad, and the multi-level issues we will face going forward.
He talks about the specific issues he is testing with his different publications and his legitimate concerns about social media's political and economic future.
Kristina maintained a fast, entertaining pace throughout the podcast, and managed to link the conversations to writers-club issues.
Thank you both.
In the beginning, start-ups are so open to ideas. As the company grows and money starts flowing, the mind hardens, and values fade. They detach from the "why" behind their business. The business came to be because of a value they cherished and a problem they solved, which is all soon forgotten when greed sets in.
I loved the philosophical depth of your analysis.
Great job to you both.
What isn't? Billionaires end up owning everything in time.
The creator economy is genius for the big companies (like Meta & Google). Let people hustle to create media to keep attention for the advertisers. Before, that would cost a ton of money to make TV shows for the advertisers.
On the flip side, creator economy gives people a voice and a chance to create the media without going through networking and pitching to media companies.
So we still have a chance here before big media catches on.
Of course this is all true. I’ve been thinking the exact same thing. Substack and Blue Sky are targets. What troubles me, “Finnegan” is that you don’t use your real name. And you worked for Bush? Come on, who are you?
Being a mere journalist, for me there’s an ethical problem with no ID. It also obscures crucial context. As you know, I like your stuff and it was interesting to hear your voice. Your pieces basically tell me what I already know but you have tons of energy (is it the single malt?) and you’re excellent at citing statistics and appear to have a working knowledge of economics so eminently quotable, assuming your numbers are right and that’s easily checked. A bit arrogant but respect for hitting proverbial nail on head more often than not. You worked for Bush, though? WTF? Inquiring minds…
🤫 im just… an illusion. (Waves hands mysteriously) 😏
That said there is something liberating about it all. Reminds me of something Ray Teller (of Penn and Teller) taught me… about why he doesn’t talk in the act (because when they first started he used to) and what he said to me was… by not talking and interjecting his personality he forces the audience to have to engage in the illusions performance. It makes the whole thing more interesting and it forces the audience to figure it out.
Draw from that what you will.
What a refreshing podcast interview at the Online Writing Club about the 'politics' of wealth. This guy speaks truth about marketing strategies with rawness and realness.
"Substack is not the unicorn that breaks the cycle" of social media control - hmmm...
Kristina asks some really good questions - especially about the future of ads on Substack with a great answer from Mr. A.
"Now is the time to experiment on Substack!" How liberating to hear!
He mentioned a book called "Will It Make the Boat Go Faster?" by Ben Hunt-Davis to use with clients that I am gonna check out!
This is fascinating. Day job haver here and I related to so much of this! Following you now.
Loved listening to this interview!!
So refreshing to hear real talk. We are truly in the right place at the right time 🚀
Now just have to figure out what 'will make the boat go faster' 😅
Thank you both 🙏💕
I will be jumping ship once Ghost 6.0 is released.
Unfortunately, that seems to be the norm for platforms now. They start with good intensions and ideas, but then turn to the "dark side". The bigger they are, the worse it gets :(
It’s owned by aliens man
Kristina doesn't allow posting pics like I do at TLM... but if I could...
I think you know the one... "Aliens." :D
Yess