Emily Sundberg, writer and founder of Feed Me newsletter, discusses shopping, newsletter uniqueness, brand successes, fake online couples, Gen Z hair trends, and more with Throwing Fits. They cover NYC clubs, newsletter baby dreams, media struggles, and the demise of consulting in a fun and candid interview.
Emily Sundberg emphasizes the importance of authentic social interactions over brand-driven parties.
Gen Z men prioritize financial growth and career success while expressing skepticism towards modern dating norms.
The allure of New York City summers lies in rooftop bars, character-filled walks, and diverse encounters, creating lasting memories.
Deep dives
Gen Z Men: Ambitious Finance Interns and their Perspective on Dating
Gen Z men, particularly finance interns, display a strong ambition for financial growth and career success. These interns express skepticism and dissatisfaction with modern dating norms, describing it as disloyal and deeply influenced by digital communication. They gravitate towards tailored clothes, watches, and rooftop bars, symbolizing their status symbols. Men in their 30s appear to be less active on social media and focus on living life authentically, away from the performative nature often associated with digital platforms, prioritizing experiences and genuine connections.
New York City Summers: Rooftop Bars, Character Walks, and City Vibes
The allure of New York City summers lies in the charm of rooftop bars, character-filled walks, and the unique atmosphere of the city. Nostalgia often kicks in during summer experiences, such as walking across the Manhattan Bridge or exploring rooftop bars with friends. These moments encapsulate the essence of city living, where encounters with diverse individuals and vibrant city vibes create lasting memories and a sense of appreciation for New York's lively atmosphere.
Navigating New York and City Life in the Summer
Exploring the vibrant life in New York City during the summer, including favorite spots like bars and experiences when the city empties out. Discussing the challenges like subway issues during hot weather and increased tension among people due to the heat.
Social Interactions and Building Connections
Exploring the dynamics of social interactions, from engaging with crowds to hosting events to bring cool people together. Highlighting the importance of creating organic and enjoyable social gatherings over brand-driven parties.
Insights on Legacy Media and Newsletter Landscape
Examining the evolution of legacy media companies into newsletter platforms to engage audiences. Discussing the challenges of paywalls, affiliate content, and the need to champion writers for quality journalism. Exploring the unique niches in newsletters and the potential future directions for media strategies.
Our interview with Emily Sundberg is a club that everyone is invited to. Emily—writer and founder of the Feed Me newsletter—came through to school us on shopping canal street, Professional Fishing Girlies, what her best in class newsletter is all about and what sets it apart, everything brands are doing right and wrong in 2024, fake couples online ruining everyone’s expectations, how brat summer is really going for the girlies, her Zyn addiction, why Gen Z’s hair is so good, reporting live from the Finbro trenches, death to all cockroaches, facilitating the first ever newsletter baby, legacy media trying and failing to eat her lunch, everything you ever wanted to know about NYC’s best and worst members-only clubs, the dream of consulting is dead and much more on Emily Sundberg’s interview with The Only Podcast That Matters™.
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