Startups & Tech
APR 7, 2026Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr
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Fandom creates more value than passive impressions
“Fandom is the true moat, whereas impressions are just a commodity that anyone can buy or hack.”
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Unique frameworks differentiate creators from AI slop
“If you want to be a durable creator, you need a proprietary framework that AI can't just replicate.”
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SMS is emerging as the new email
“SMS is starting to feel like the early days of email where open rates and engagement are just insane.”
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Pop-up newsletters effectively re-engage inactive subscribers
“We use pop-up newsletters as a high-intensity bridge to bring churned readers back into the main list.”
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Live streaming builds deep trust for B2B
“There is something about the raw nature of live video that builds B2B trust faster than anything else.”