[Summary via Riverside's AI} In this episode of [SIC} Talks, Ben interviews Ochuko Akpovbovbo, the author of the newsletter 'As Seen On.' They discuss the impact of cosigns on Substack growth, the challenges of balancing a full-time job with creative pursuits, and the cultural insights that inform ...

[Summary via Riverside's AI} In this episode of [SIC} Talks, Ben interviews Ochuko Akpovbovbo, the author of the newsletter 'As Seen On.' They discuss the impact of cosigns on Substack growth, the challenges of balancing a full-time job with creative pursuits, and the cultural insights that inform Ochuko's writing. The conversation also delves into the dynamics of celebrity culture, the evolution of Substack as a platform, and the changing landscape of media consumption, including the implications of CNN's new paywall. They explore the preferences of Gen Z in college choices, the complexities of dating apps, and the narratives surrounding female founders like Sophia Amoruso. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ochuko and Her Newsletter 02:59 The Impact of Cosigns and Growth in Substack 05:56 Navigating Full-Time Work and Creative Pursuits 08:55 Cultural Insights and Market Trends 12:00 Exploring the Media Landscape and Substack's Role 15:04 The Dynamics of Celebrity and Fandom 17:58 The Evolution of Substack and Its Influencers 22:01 The Future of Design Journalism on Substack 24:56 CNN's Paywall and the Changing Media Landscape 30:03 The Shift in College Preferences Among Gen Z 34:00 Dating Apps and the Ghosting Dilemma 39:00 Sophia Amoruso and the Girlboss Movement 41:59 Reflections on Female Founders and Media Narratives