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Substack Live Podcast

Sarah Fay
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Your weekly behind-the-scenes look at what’s happening and working on Substack—with the platform’s leading Growth Strategist, Sarah Fay. The only podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve as Substack changes and changes again and again, so you can use it to fuel your creative, professional, and financial life. Plus, conversations with the best writers and creators who came to Substack early a... more

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The highest earners on Substack aren't debating whether to use AI. They're asking a better question: how to stay valuable in a world that's full of it.

I spent a day in New York in a room with some of the biggest names on the platform, and the words... more

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.substackwritersatwork.com/subscribe

Here’s your weekly dispatch from the front lines of Substack growth—with the platform’s leading Growth Strategist, me. Usually, the best stuff is below the paywall.

Today: What’s out, what’s in, and what really makes a Substack go viral

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Simon Haisell
Creator of Footnotes and Tangents, writer and literary enthusiast
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Author and newsletter writer known for focusing on the daily routines of writers and artists.
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Mason Curry
Author of the Daily Rituals books and forthcoming book Making Art and Making a Living
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Lucy Wallace
Brand consultant focusing on guiding lightworkers through their individual journeys.
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Episode: Why Notes and a carefully chosen community are the keys to Substack
Matthew Long
Writer of Beyond the Self focused on literature and life connections.
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Rosana Francescato
Writer focusing on culture, climate change and the perspective of the flower child generation.
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Hamish McKenzie
Co-founder of Substack and author of 'Insane Mode'
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Episode: Get to Know Substack to Grow: An Interview with Hamish Mckenzie, Co-founder

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Sarah Fay
Host of Substack Live Podcast and founder/director of Substack Writers at Work; frequently hosts and produces discussions with writers and creators

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#105
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#160
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Write Openings That People Open
Q: How should I think about using images at the top of a Substack post, considering how readers encounter posts across formats?
Images should relate to the post and can be used strategically to invite readers in, but they aren't mandatory every time; use them when they add value and align with the post's rhythm, testing how readers respond.
Focus on Craft, Ignore the Platform Noise, and Build Slowly with Mason Currey
Q: What advice would you give someone who's just starting out on Substack or someone who's just stalled on Substack?
Figure out what writing you want to do that you would do for yourself or for your friends, leaving out subscriber numbers and money, to produce something you're proud of over time.
Get to Know Substack to Grow: An Interview with Hamish Mckenzie, Co-founder
Q: What advice do you have for someone with no following coming to Substack?
Don't overthink it, just start publishing and get feedback.
Get to Know Substack to Grow: An Interview with Hamish Mckenzie, Co-founder
Q: What is your vision for Substack?
The original vision for Substack has remained intact, focusing on making readers the customers instead of the product and supporting trust in the ecosystem.
Find Your Substack Audience Q&A
Q: What role do you want to play for your readers?
You want to help them understand the importance of community and belonging, showing both the value and paths to connection.

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What is Substack Live Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on writing, newsletters, and creator ecosystems built around Substack. Episodes routinely explore practical strategies for growing audiences, converting followers into paying subscribers, and crafting engaging openings and formats for posts. Hosts and guests emphasize authenticity, personal voice, and community-building over chasing trends, with frequent dives into processes, routines, and mindset that sustain long-form writing and sustainable creative careers. Notable angles include unpacking metrics without letting numbers dictate artistry, leveraging open formats like newsletters and Substack Notes, and discussing how creators monetize their work while maintaining artistic integrity. A recurring thread is the evolution ... more

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