Very Fine Day

Very Fine Day is an interview newsletter exploring the implications of digital culture on society, the media industry, and personal identities through reflections, societal observations, and commentary on technological trends. It delves into online experiences, the evolution of apps, the future of media, and the socio-economic factors influencing digital landscapes.

Digital Culture and Society Media Industry Trends Technology and Online Identity Economic Influences on Media Artificial Intelligence Online Platforms and User Experience Generational Perspectives Financial Systems and Fraud

The hottest Substack posts of Very Fine Day

And their main takeaways

Why would we want to be online forever?

42 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24

The assumption that the future of media will always be online is flawed as the free internet is declining.
Content creation on the internet is now a crowded space with competition from all age groups and professional creatives.
The future of media and content is uncertain, with possibilities like the resurgence of print and increasing skepticism towards online content.

The only way media will get better

25 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24

💼 Business Media Advertising Publishing Journalism Digital

Media industry needs to redefine success and quality, not just focus on scale.
Digital media has an issue with prioritizing quantity over quality.
Success in media can be achieved by doing fewer things exceptionally well.

Returning From A Leave Of Absence

85 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23

🎭️ Culture Mental health Social media Journalism Influencers Media platforms

The author reflected on their leave of absence and the importance of processing emotions fully.
Discussion on power, money, desperation, and the evolving landscape of social platforms.
Observation on the slowing news cycle due to online fragmentation and a potential return to traditional media.

Let Them Fight, Alright

34 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23

🕹 Technology Social media AI Internet culture

The golden age of the internet is over.
The news cycle is fragmented, but key channels still exist.
Internet culture is flexible, with users determining their own digital experiences.

How to Lose Money Quickly

42 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23

💼 Business Media Investment Success Failure Venture Capital

Success in media is not just about the idea or people, it's often about the money and big expectations
Many large investments in media brands are more about power and influence than profit
Creating a successful media brand requires starting small, being nimble, and not just throwing money at the problem

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Every App is Just Some Other App

38 implied HN points • 09 Mar 23

🕹 Technology Apps Social media Tech news Music Streaming Competition

Different apps often end up looking alike to stay competitive.
Developers prioritize pleasing investors over user needs.
Competition drives apps to mimic successful platforms like TikTok.

Your Online Experience is Lucrative and Real

38 implied HN points • 18 Feb 23

🕹 Technology AI Digital Identity Artificial Intelligence Metaverse

The evolution of artificial intelligence can help us focus on what truly matters in life.
Our online identity is becoming increasingly valuable and marketable.
Human connection is being deliberately sacrificed in the pursuit of digital experiences, but there may come a time to regain it.

Member's Links: Matt Taibbi Will Not Take The L

21 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23

🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social media Billionaires Political Commentary

Sometimes it's best to stay quiet and listen.
Don't trust the wealthy, like Matt Taibbi learned.
Learn to navigate challenges, like swimming in a leaky boat.

VFD But Make It Bite-Size

21 implied HN points • 12 Apr 23

🕹 Technology Social media Substack Communication

The author has published a note on Substack Notes similar to Twitter for sharing short posts and more.
Notes on Substack can include links, quotes, photos, work-in-progress content, or quick questions.
Subscribers to Very Fine Day automatically see the author's notes and can interact by liking, replying, or sharing them.

The Era of Fraud Continues in America

17 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23

💰 Finance Fraud Banking Economy Regulation Investing

The era of fraud is continuing in America.
Silicon Valley bank collapse leads to blame game.
Warning signs like removed barriers and regulators napping highlight the issue.

Who was the last cool billionaire?

4 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23

💼 Business Entrepreneurship Media Social media Finance Marketing

People are struggling to summarize and present global conflicts via social media.
Media companies have a responsibility to cover conflicts like the one in the Gaza Strip.
The concept of a 'cool billionaire' is being questioned.

Is Working in Media "The Arts"?

8 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23

🎭️ Culture Media Arts Talent Creativity

The author ponders on the intersection of talent, art, and media.
A significant part of the media industry relies on natural talents rather than academic backgrounds.
Success in media, like in other arts, may involve hard work but also a touch of innate talent that sets some individuals apart.

Millennial Anger, Tall Trees, The Internet We'll Leave Behind

8 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23

🎭️ Culture Books Internet Generations Anger Digital Culture

The internet is changing rapidly with trends like AI, paid access, gated internet, and verification.
There is a cultural misunderstanding around Millennial anger, which can lead to generational conflicts.
Books like Knausgaard's 'My Struggle' and Butler's 'The New Me' explore themes of angst and personal relationships.