The elite capture of Substack
Metrics: The New Meaning of Life
One of the most insidious effects of algorithmic curation is its redefinition of success. In the pre-digital age, greatness was measured by critical acclaim, cultural impact, or historical longevity. Today, it is measured by metrics: views, likes, shares, and subscriptions.
This shift has profound implications for cre... See more
One of the most insidious effects of algorithmic curation is its redefinition of success. In the pre-digital age, greatness was measured by critical acclaim, cultural impact, or historical longevity. Today, it is measured by metrics: views, likes, shares, and subscriptions.
This shift has profound implications for cre... See more
Dr. Felix S. Grenwood • Algorithms of Mediocrity — william
Substack sells intellectual taste as cultural currency and contemporary belonging.