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The Good Fight

Hamish McKenzie on How Substack is Transforming Public Discourse

Mar 22, 2025
Hamish McKenzie, co-founder of Substack and former journalist, discusses the platform's revolutionary role in transforming public discourse. He shares insights on how Substack prioritizes free speech amidst polarization and contrasts its user-controlled content model with traditional social media. Their conversation touches on the challenges of fostering meaningful dialogue and the evolving landscape of digital subscriptions. McKenzie emphasizes the importance of a diverse range of voices and the impact of business models on user engagement.
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  • Substack transforms journalism by fostering direct relationships between writers and readers, shifting focus from advertising to reader-supported content.
  • The platform’s commitment to free speech empowers diverse voices while navigating pressures for stricter content moderation amid rising misinformation concerns.

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