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YC

Y Combinator Cast

05/15/19

@ Y Combinator

Podcasting and newsletters are among the last ways to express free speech directly from creators to the audience without platform interference.

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YC

Monetizing Podcasts and Newsletters - Chris Best of Substack and Jonathan Gill of Backtracks

@ Y Combinator

Monetizing Podcasts and Newsletters - Chris Best of Substack and Jonathan Gill of Backtracks

05/15/19

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Andrew Huberman

05/28/25

@ Theo Von

Podcasting has become a significant part of the media landscape, evolving from a niche community to a mainstream platform.

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Neal Mohan

05/24/25

@ Nikhil Kamath

Podcasters have gained significant influence in the news space, often engaging audiences that traditional media overlooked, especially during elections.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

05/15/19

@ Y Combinator

To grow their audience, newsletter writers and podcasters should focus on creating quality content that is easy to share and discover.

AH

Andrew Huberman

05/28/25

@ Theo Von

Podcasting is significant now because it allows for open discussions about topics like addiction, sex, and intimacy that aren't typically covered in traditional media.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

05/15/19

@ Y Combinator

Discovery is a significant challenge in both podcasting and newsletters, but newsletters have an easier time growing through word of mouth and sharing.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

05/15/19

@ Y Combinator

Private feeds in podcasting are not very common, and many creators struggle with monetization mechanisms beyond traditional advertising.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

05/15/19

@ Y Combinator

YouTube is centralized and controlled by Google, while podcasting remains largely decentralized, allowing independent creators to maintain control over monetization.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

05/15/19

@ Y Combinator

To grow a newsletter, make your best content free and accessible, as this encourages sharing and helps people discover your work.

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Chris Best

05/15/19

@ Y Combinator

Podcasts serve as a powerful storytelling medium, and it's essential to have a compelling story that resonates with the audience.