In this solo episode of The AHA! Moment Podcast, Angelina breaks down why she loves Substack — the billion-dollar creator platform that’s rewriting the rules of how we share, connect, and get paid. With over 5 million paid subscriptions and a fresh $100 million Series C funding round that pushed its valuation to $1.1 billion, Substack isn’t just a newsletter tool anymore — it’s a full-blown ecosystem for writers, journalists, podcasters, entrepreneurs, and creators of all kinds.

From the evolution of Substack as a creator hub, to the way it fosters supportive, troll-free communities, to the wave of high-profile journalists leaving major networks to publish independently, Angelina shares her perspective after nearly nine months on the platform. She reveals why it’s one of the smartest moves you can make as a creator, and how it’s shifting the entire media and creator economy landscape.

If you’re a content creator, thought leader, or multi-passionate entrepreneur who wants to grow your audience without chasing algorithms — and actually get paid for your work — this episode will show you why now is the time to join Substack.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What Substack’s $100M Series C funding means for the future of the platform
• How Substack evolved from a simple newsletter tool to a multi-format creator hub
• Why more than 50 creators are now earning over $1 million/year on Substack
• How the platform empowers you to own your audience and your income
• Why independent media is becoming more relevant (and respected) than ever

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Timestamps:
04:44 What’s behind Substack’s $1.1B valuation
05:09 How Substack evolved into a creator powerhouse
15:17 The journalists taking their power back
17:25 The future of the creator economy
21:55 Final thoughts — are you on Substack? It’s about time.