The hottest Subscription Substack posts right now

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The case for bundling substacks

Wrong Side of History • 669 implied HN points • 03 Mar 26
💼 Business Subscription
  1. Substack’s paid-subscription model has enabled many talented, quirky writers to earn money and publish longer, independent work outside traditional media.
  2. The current per-writer pay model creates subscription fatigue because many readers can’t afford multiple paid subs, which can limit audience growth for mid-tier writers.
  3. Bundling paid Substack subscriptions into discounted packages with shared revenue and limits on switching could lower costs and grow audiences, but it should be opt-in and may not attract the highest-earning writers.

A Weekend Electronics Respite

Tom Ryan, Author • 5640 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Subscription
  1. The author advocates for periodic breaks from electronics to enjoy solitude and reflection, touting the benefits of disconnecting and connecting with nature.
  2. There is a promotional subscription offer tied to the author's break from electronics, encouraging readers to subscribe and support Best Friends Animal Society.
  3. The author plans to use the time away from screens to focus on spiritual or reflective activities, such as fasting, pondering, and engaging in 'soul work.'
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THE MAGIC MOMENT

Entering The Lung • 2594 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🎶 Music Subscription
  1. Getting a chorus right for the first time is a magical moment
  2. Appreciate and bless the engineers who help us be better musicians
  3. Subscriptions to the content help in finishing the record and are appreciated

Judgment Day Has Arrived for the Journalism Business

The Honest Broker • 30220 implied HN points • 07 May 23
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  1. Media platforms struggling with advertising rely on gimmicky clickbait strategies that eventually fail.
  2. Subscription-based models are becoming successful in journalism, shifting the focus back to quality writing.
  3. AI-generated articles, the latest gimmick in media, reduce writing costs but sacrifice quality and are doomed to fail.

TOUR RALLY

Entering The Lung • 2083 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🎶 Music Subscription
  1. Neko Case is going on tour soon.
  2. She shared a live version of a song recorded in Montreal.
  3. Upcoming tour schedule and tickets are available on nekocase.com.

RAW WEEKS

Entering The Lung • 3655 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
🎶 Music Subscription
  1. The author reflects on feeling too sad to be productive at home
  2. The author shares a demo of a song being worked on with a friend
  3. The author has opened up their content for free for the month of October

SIGNED BOOKS FOR SUBSCRIBERS!!!

History, etc • 1474 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
📚 Literature Subscription
  1. The author is giving away signed copies of their books to subscribers.
  2. To enter the giveaway, subscribers need to comment 'DOGS' or 'WOLVES' and be a paid subscriber.
  3. Being a paid subscriber gives perks like participating in giveaways and supporting the newsletter.

A New Comments Section Policy

Glenn Loury • 4146 implied HN points • 24 May 23
🎭️ Culture Subscription
  1. Paying subscribers will be the only ones allowed to leave comments on future posts.
  2. The community's dynamic is shaped by those who are most invested in it.
  3. Implementing more flexible commenting policies is a goal for the near future.

Thank you for your support of this stack for it means a great deal to me & family; I have left it FREE with no comment restrictions etc & will continue! Can you consider a PAID subscription ($29 year)

Alexander News Network -Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's substack • 786 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
💰 Finance Subscription
  1. The author is grateful for support and offers a free subscription but also suggests a paid option for $29 a year.
  2. The author values critical thinkers and encourages sharing the subscription with others.
  3. The subscription model consists of free and paid options for readers to choose from.

💡7 Pricing Insights

First 1000 • 1316 implied HN points • 23 May 23
💼 Business Subscription
  1. Forever plans are usually priced at 2.8 times higher than the next tier.
  2. Yearly plans are often marked as equivalent to 6 weeks or 10 months.
  3. Common price points are $4.99 weekly, $9.99 monthly, and $59.99 yearly.

Is Substack exaggerating its network effects?

escape the algorithm • 579 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
💼 Business Subscription
  1. Substack's network effects might be exaggerated: Data shows that most new subscribers come from sources other than Substack.
  2. Subscriber growth on Substack may not solely be due to Substack's technology: Many readers find newsletters due to recommendations from other writers or external sources.
  3. The power of a newsletter audience lies more in the people than the platform: Leaving Substack might not drastically impact growth as much as anticipated.

A quick note of thanks

Disaffected Newsletter • 979 implied HN points • 24 Oct 23
🎙 Podcasts Subscription
  1. The author appreciates new paying subscribers for their support. It’s nice to know that people find value in what is being shared.
  2. There’s an acknowledgment of technical difficulties in responding to personal notes from subscribers. The author is aware and apologizes for this issue.
  3. A call to action is included, inviting subscribers to join a community on Discord for further engagement. This offers a chance for fans to connect more directly.

🍿 Netflix Steps into the WWE Ring

How They Make Money • 569 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
💼 Business Subscription
  1. Netflix secures a $5 billion, 10-year deal with WWE for exclusive rights to 'Raw' and other shows, expanding its reach internationally.
  2. WWE's global appeal, available in 180 countries and reaching over one billion homes, makes it a strategic fit for Netflix.
  3. Moving WWE content to Netflix provides a win-win situation, giving WWE access to a larger platform and providing Netflix with exclusive content to retain and attract members.

Hang out with Peter!

Peter Boghossian • 471 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Subscription
  1. Paid subscribers can join a Zoom hangout to chat with Peter, ask questions, and give feedback on February 23rd, 2024 at 1 pm PST.
  2. Subscription at $5/month or $50/year funds the production of content through National Progress Alliance and gives access to the Zoom hangout.
  3. A Zoom link will be sent out on the morning of February 23rd to all subscribers who wish to participate in the hangout.

The Future of Media

Growth Croissant • 982 implied HN points • 23 Jun 23
💼 Business Subscription
  1. Shift from large media companies to niche media led by individuals and small teams.
  2. Move from renting audiences on big tech platforms to owning audiences through platforms like Substack.
  3. Transition from an ads-based internet to subscription-based ecosystems for media companies.

It's the best time to subscribe to Disaffected

Disaffected Newsletter • 459 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Subscription
  1. The subscription price for Disaffected has been lowered from $10 to $7 a month to help more people afford it. It's important to have your support at a price that works for you.
  2. Paid subscribers get special benefits like access to exclusive essays, the ability to comment, and join the Disaffected Discord chat.
  3. You can also support Disaffected with one-time donations if you don't want to commit to a subscription. Any amount helps and is greatly appreciated.

The Mission Burrito...

illyanna Maisonet's Newsletter • 452 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Subscription
  1. The history of the Mission burrito and its connection to the creation of Chipotle by a person named Steve.
  2. Instructions on how to engage on social media platforms like leaving comments and clicking hearts under a video.
  3. Benefits of being a paid subscriber to the newsletter, including exclusive content and perks like recipes, videos, and a list of places to eat.

New Feature Announcement!

So Here’s a Thing • 825 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
📚 Literature Subscription
  1. New feature announcement of a growing short story library for paid subscribers only. First story release is free for all.
  2. Stories will be delivered every two weeks in e-book format with new covers designed by the author, offering value for subscribers.
  3. If there is enough interest in the initial series of short stories, a second series may follow, encouraging engagement and growth.

Brainfooders - Join this

Recruiting Brainfood • 805 implied HN points • 13 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Subscription
  1. The future of publishing and community platforms may revolve around LinkedIn, Twitter, and Substack.
  2. Substack Notes is a new feature that got Elon Musk's attention and led to Twitter blocking the sharing of Substack links.
  3. Substack Notes offers an ad-free, spam-free environment for sharing thoughts and only shows content from those you subscribe to.

The state of B2B monetization in 2025

Kyle Poyar’s Growth Unhinged • 520 implied HN points • 04 Jun 25
💼 Business Subscription
  1. Traditional pricing models like flat-rate and seat-based are losing popularity. Companies are now favoring hybrid pricing to better match value and costs.
  2. Hybrid pricing is becoming the go-to choice for software companies, providing flexibility and a better upselling opportunity while keeping it simple for customers.
  3. Outcome-based pricing is highly desired but rarely adopted because it's complicated. Most companies struggle with measuring and ensuring consistent results for customers.

What happened to disruption?

Prime Future • 412 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
💼 Business Subscription
  1. In the past, there was a lot of talk about disrupting industries but that has changed.
  2. Agtech once had high hopes for startups overtaking established companies quickly.
  3. Venture capital fueled the belief that startups could take on big industry players, but the reality looks different.

How To Improve Retention

Growth Croissant • 668 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23
💼 Business Subscription
  1. Segment subscribers by voluntary and involuntary cancels to improve retention.
  2. Use tactics like special offers and downgrades in the cancel flow to reduce voluntary cancels.
  3. Encourage annual plans to benefit from upfront cash and better retention.