Substacks recommended by Nick DeWilde

Recommended by Nick DeWilde

Erik Torenberg

By a16z

Explorations and inquiries into my curiosities: culture, politics, tech, business, and human nature

Erik isn't afraid to take on complex topics that reveal the true nature of the water we swim in.

- Nick DeWilde

White Noise

By Tom White

A weekly missive about books and behavior, psychology and philosophy, faith and freedom. Tune in.

Tom is a talented and soulful writer who produces valuable prose on any topic he touches.

- Nick DeWilde

Digital Native

By Rex Woodbury

Weekly writing about how technology and people intersect

Rex has the best grasp on youth consumer culture of any investor I've encountered.

- Nick DeWilde

We Are Not Saved

By R.W. Richey

The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved.

Ross is one of my favorite writers. He's incredibly well read and provides a genuinely unique perspective on many of the trends that are reshaping our society. I consider his newsletter an essential part of my information diet.

- Nick DeWilde

Communication Matters

By JD Schramm

Curated strategies for effective communication. Always free, no need to pledge.

JD is a master communications coach and trainer. If you're looking to improve as a communicator, I strongly recommend absorbing his wisdom.

- Nick DeWilde

Not Boring by Packy McCormick

Tech strategy, analysis, and philosophy, but not boring.

Not Boring mixes thoughtful business analysis with Packy's unique blend of fun and optimism.

- Nick DeWilde

Take Rate | Marketplaces

By Colin Gardiner

Startup and Marketplace Musings for Operators by Operators

Colin is a seasoned operator who brings a ton of valuable experience to his writing about marketplaces.

- Nick DeWilde

The Next

By Justin Mares

A newsletter exploring what's next, in health, startups and society.

Justin's health and business insights have added dollars to bank account and years to my lifespan.

- Nick DeWilde

early days

By Merlin

learn about silicon valley companies, people, jobs, and ideas through the eyes of two startup junkies.

Consciousness ∞ The Doorway to Human Evolution

By Scott Britton

I write and podcast about the intersection of self-awareness and human potential. Previously exited startup founder.

Scott is an insightful writer on the topic of consciousness and a writes a great newsletter for anyone exploring the boundaries of being human.

- Nick DeWilde

The Menu

By Amanda Natividad

The Menu is a weekly serving of sharp, strategic marketing ideas—just enough to chew on without overwhelming your plate. Budgets are down. Expectations are up. Let’s win anyway.

Amanda is one of the rare content creators who has managed to build a large and devoted audience without sacrificing a scrap of authenticity.

- Nick DeWilde

Nat Eliason's Newsletter

Tech, Life, Entrepreneurship

Nat is not only a great writer, but he's one of the best people I know at selecting interesting topics to write about. This newsletter is an immediate click whenever it lands in my inbox.

- Nick DeWilde

The Elevator

By David Sherry (The Elevator)

🛗 Exploring the Lifestyle of Entrepreneurship | Work, Wealth, Wellness.

David's insights range from thoughtful market analysis to personal development advice. His newsletter is an instant read whenever it lands in my inbox.

- Nick DeWilde

Taps' Notes

By Rishi Taparia

My friends call me Taps, and these are my notes! You'll get a lot of what's on my mind as an early-stage startup investor, as well as a weekly roundup of interesting tidbits (aka. Tippets) from around the web.

Every time I open Rishi's newsletter, I end up with a bunch of amazing additions to my weekly reading list.

- Nick DeWilde

The Long Game by Mehdi Yacoubi

Health, Wellness, Tech, and the Future.

The Long Game is one of those newsletters I open every week. Come for the health insights. Stay for the geopolitics videos.

- Nick DeWilde

The Meld

By Kushaan Shah

Musings at the intersection of marketing, technology, culture, and work

Kushaan always manages to pick interesting topics and approach them with his unique lens on human behavior.

- Nick DeWilde

The Jungle Gym

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