

Tony Stubblebine
CEO of Medium, a popular online publishing platform. He is focused on supporting writers and creators in the digital age.
Top 5 podcasts with Tony Stubblebine
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Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 4min
How AI Is Changing Writing — With Tony Stubblebine
Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium, dives into how AI is reshaping the writing landscape. He discusses AI-generated content and Medium's strategies to maintain quality. Stubblebine shares insights on how AI can assist rather than replace writers, emphasizing the importance of human thought in writing. He reveals data on referral quality from ChatGPT versus Google, highlighting the changing web dynamics. Stubblebine also shares his vision for Medium’s future and its commitment to supporting everyday writers amidst the AI surge.

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Sep 16, 2025 • 1h 10min
Why Medium is HIDING from AI | E2179
Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium, discusses their innovative Really Simple Licensing initiative aimed at compensating writers fairly. Delving into the AI dilemma, he emphasizes the importance of protecting creators from unauthorized content use. James Smith, from Human Native, shares insights on the emotional stakes involved for writers compared to data-driven tech firms. Finally, Jason Marks introduces his urban-focused electric mini-truck, highlighting its unique design and the need for efficient vehicles in city living.

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Sep 5, 2024 • 1h 19min
Medium: Reaching Profitability while The Internet is Broken + CorePod | E2003
Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium, discusses the platform's innovative approach to combating the broken ad-driven internet. He explores Medium's subscription model that prioritizes quality content and user experience. The impact of AI on content creation is addressed, including challenges with spam and the ethics of data use. Stubblebine also shares insights on Medium's growth, financial milestones, and the importance of diverse perspectives to enhance reader experiences.

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Oct 11, 2023 • 31min
Why Medium is opting out of AI
Tony Stubblebine, the CEO of Medium.com, shares insights from his journey in digital publishing. He reveals Medium's commitment to quality writing through its growing subscription model. The conversation tackles the impact of AI on the creative landscape, emphasizing the platform's choice to prioritize human voices over machine-generated content. Stubblebine discusses the nuances of navigating online media and the potential risks of relying on big tech while championing the importance of diverse, authentic narratives.

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Dec 23, 2024 • 35min
315: Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium, On Human Curation, Subscription-Driven Quality, and Fixing the Internet
Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium and former founder of Coach.me, discusses the importance of human curation in the digital age. He explains how Medium revamped its recommendation system to prioritize thoughtful content over algorithms. The conversation explores the transition to a subscription-based model, highlighting its role in enhancing content quality. Stubblebine also critiques the ad-driven internet, arguing for a shift towards value-driven practices, and emphasizes the need for human wisdom in crafting impactful narratives.


