Puck’s Jon Kelly on why ads are still a good business
Sep 05, 2023•46 min•Ep. 87
Listen to this episode in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more
Episode description
Puck launched two years ago, heralded as Vanity Fair for the Substack era. A big part of the pitch was a subscription model. But like others, such as Punchbowl, Puck has found that its subscription business, with its direct connections, and vertical focus lends itself well to a strong direct-sold ad business.
Other topics we cover:
- What ails legacy publishing models
- Raising $10 million in a rough funding climate
- The pendulum shift from institutions to individuals
- The enduring value of scarcity
- The benefits of starting small
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android
Open in Metacast