I love how Substack is not Twitter--and that we have ownership over our communities is huge. But: some of what I'm reading here raises questions. "Show their status on Substack"? Why do all systems have to run on status, and follower counts, and likes? One of the greatest things Substack has OVER social networks is that it feels intimate…
I love how Substack is not Twitter--and that we have ownership over our communities is huge. But: some of what I'm reading here raises questions. "Show their status on Substack"? Why do all systems have to run on status, and follower counts, and likes? One of the greatest things Substack has OVER social networks is that it feels intimate and inclusive, and about real connections and not status or "winning" for the day. It's a long game, and not about the shallow pride of having one viral post. I worry that if you socialize Substack, the heart of what we writers love might change, too.
I love how Substack is not Twitter--and that we have ownership over our communities is huge. But: some of what I'm reading here raises questions. "Show their status on Substack"? Why do all systems have to run on status, and follower counts, and likes? One of the greatest things Substack has OVER social networks is that it feels intimate and inclusive, and about real connections and not status or "winning" for the day. It's a long game, and not about the shallow pride of having one viral post. I worry that if you socialize Substack, the heart of what we writers love might change, too.
Good points