The hottest Online Media Substack posts right now

A recent attempt to retire Adobe Animate was reversed after strong creator pushback, showing how important Flash-era tools still are to artists.
Flash made animation cheap and easy to share online, letting anyone publish work, reach audiences, and sometimes launch careers.
China’s modern animation boom traces back to the Flash era, which built a wide community, iconic works, and many of the artists now driving the industry.

A single standout longform article can be flagged as a must-read and cut through the usual noise.
Sharing a simple, nostalgic family recipe invites readers to try it and ties food to personal memories.
Short weekly roundups that mix links and personal notes make a sustainable recurring format, with some items sometimes reserved for subscribers or seasonal breaks.

Two interviews were conducted, one with the creator of Ruby on Rails and another with a lawyer for 4chan, showing a variety of topics covered.
The Lunduke Journal's YouTube channel reached 100,000 subscribers, which means they'll receive a silver award plaque.
There’s a 50% discount on subscriptions available until November 24, making it a great time to sign up and get perks like access to videos and exclusive forums.

Experimenting can lead to big results in growing your newsletter. Trying new things is important for success.
You might be surprised by how much more traffic your newsletter can get. It's possible to improve your visibility and engagement.
Joining supportive communities and learning resources can really help you grow. Connecting with others can provide valuable insights and motivation.

A creator is marking five years on the platform and celebrating their 250th post.
They’ve been consistently prolific — about 50 posts a year, each 1,000–2,000 words, adding up to roughly 400,000 words in total.
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IGN employees are forming a union with the majority of them signing union authorization cards due to current industry instability and a desire for protection.
Xbox reassured employees in a town hall that they have no plans to stop making consoles amidst rumors of Xbox exclusives moving to the PS5.
Disney is investing in Epic Games, hinting at a possible metaverse collaboration without using the term explicitly. The potential partnership is seen as a strategic move by Disney after past gaming industry setbacks.