Don't call it a Substack.
By Anil Dash
Tags: Writing · Publishing
Rejects Substack branding for independent newsletters. Explores platform independence, ownership, why "Substack" becomes genericized like "Kleenex."
Rolly's Take
For the independent thinker wary of platforms that claim ownership of your voice. This blog resonates with those who cherish creative autonomy and understand the slippery slope of convenience at the expense of integrity. It invites a deeper contemplation on where one’s words reside and the unseen costs of surrendering them to a brand.