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Learn how to grow and monetize your newsletter! We interview the best newsletter operators, founders, and creators on how they grow their audiences and make money. Hosted by Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr.

  1. VOR 16 STD.

    How To Build a 7-Figure Membership Business

    Learn more about Uscreen https://www.uscreen.tv/ In this episode, I sit down with Allison Yazdian, CEO of Uscreen, to break down how creators can build scalable, recurring revenue with video-first memberships. We cover what makes a compelling offer, how to price and tier it, and the features that drive engagement and retention. Allison shares real examples of creators generating millions through subscriptions, live streams, and community. If you want to own your audience and turn content into predictable monthly revenue, this is a must-watch. Connect with Allison on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonyazdian/ Timestamps: 00:00: Meet Allison Yazdian (CEO of Uscreen) 01:20: What Uscreen Does 04:00: How Creators Make Money with Memberships 06:00: Big Creators Using Uscreen 09:00: Why Memberships Beat Ads & One-Off Products 12:00: What Makes a Great Membership Offer 16:00: Free Tiers, Trials & Entry Offers 18:00: Pricing Strategy & Benchmarks 22:00: Structuring Your Membership Tiers 24:30: Must-Have Features (Community, Live, Challenges) 27:30: How to Market & Sell Your Membership 31:30: Onboarding New Members the Right Way 33:30: Reducing Churn & Increasing Retention 36:00: One Thing That Improves Retention Fast 38:00: Who Uscreen Is Best For + How to Get Started Other Resources: 🎤 Pre-order recordings from our conference with speakers like Codie Sanchez, Ryan Deiss, and 15+ more: https://recording.newmediasummit.com/

    49 Min.

  2. VOR 2 TAGEN

    The #1 Monetization Model Publishers and Creators Miss!

    Learn more about Ezoic: https://www.ezoic.com/ I sit down with Gavin Bechtold (Ezoic) to reveal how publishers, creators, and newsletter operators are leaving serious money on the table by ignoring website monetization. We break down programmatic ads, first-party data, and how sending traffic back to your site can dramatically increase subscriber lifetime value. If you run a newsletter or media business, this episode will change how you think about traffic and revenue. Connect with Gavin directly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinbechtold/ Timestamps: 00:00: Intro & why website traffic is overlooked 05:47: Website vs. newsletter monetization 12:50: What RPMs can you actually expect? 16:46: Myth busting: Do ads hurt user experience? 29:21: How first-party data increases ad revenue 36:56: Who Ezoic is a good fit for More Resources: 🎤 Pre-order recordings from New Media Summit with speakers like Codie Sanchez, Ryan Deiss, and 15+ more:  https://recording.newmediasummit.com/ 📧 Join my free newsletter here:  https://www.newsletteroperator.com/subscribe

    39 Min.

  3. 14. FEB.

    Beehiiv’s CEO Breaks Down His Exact Newsletter Growth Playbook

    🐝 Join beehiiv here and use code GROWLETTER for 20% off: https://www.beehiiv.com/ I sit down with Tyler Denk to break down how he built Big Desk Energy into a 120k+ subscriber newsletter—while still working a full-time job as Beehiiv's CEO. They get tactical on weekly workflow, “night-before / day-after” social promos, email-gated posts, referral rewards that cost $0, and how paid growth (Meta + Beehiiv Boosts) helps scale past 50k. Tyler also shares how he monetizes with sponsors, Boost revenue, and a high-ticket Costa Rica mastermind—and why founder-led marketing and trust matter more than ever in the AI era. If you’re building a newsletter as a side hustle (or scaling one fast), this episode is packed with actionable playbooks you can copy. Tyler's newsletter Big Desk Energy: https://www.bigdeskenergy.com/ Tyler's media kit HERE >> Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:59 Building a 120K Subscriber Newsletter on the Side 02:01 Managing Time While Working Full-Time 07:45 Launch Strategy & Early Growth Tactics 14:49 Leveraging Social & DMs for Growth 17:38 Scaling with Paid Ads & Beehiiv Boost 21:17 Referral Programs That Actually Work 29:01 How Tyler Monetizes (Sponsors, Boost, Ads) 34:36 $10K Mastermind Strategy 41:57 The Future of Beehiiv 48:21 AI & The Future of Email 55:49 Beehiiv vs. Other Platforms

    1 Std. 1 Min.

  4. 27. JAN.

    The Fastest Way to Turn Your Expertise Into a $1M/Year Business

    Traditional online courses are dead. People don’t need more information. They need execution. In this video, I break down why live cohort-based programs are the fastest way to turn your expertise into a $100K+ offer and eventually a $1M/year business. You’ll learn how to craft your cohort in 8 simple steps, even if you have no audience, testimonials, or teaching experience.  Get the full guide and next steps here. Timestamps: 01:35 Introduction  3:00 Why courses are dead 5:25 The execution problem 5:48 Why cohorts win 7:22 Step 1: Pick the outcome 10:45 Step 2: Structure it 14:22 Step 3: Homework plan 15:06 Step 4: Build the system 16:11 Step 5: Gamify + track 19:40 Step 6: Track results 20:43 Step 7: Scarcity 21:22 Step 8: Social proof 26:58 Step 9: Cohort outline 30:15 Step 10: Build anticipation 31:17 Step 11: Always sell, then build 31:55 Step 12: Marketing schedule Want to learn what's working in media right now? New Media Summit brings together 500+ founders in Austin Feb 26-27 with Codie Sanchez, Ryan Deiss, Matt Paulson, and more. Get tickets here!

    37 Min.

  5. 23.12.2025

    The Future of Newsletters: Experts’ Predictions For 2026

    What’s changing in newsletters, email marketing, and the creator economy — and how do you grow, monetize, and scale in 2026? In this FREE online event, 8 industry experts share 15+ data-backed predictions on newsletter growth, email deliverability, audience development, and media monetization — plus actionable strategies you can apply immediately. 🎤 Featuring: Tyler Denk (beehiiv), Matt McGarry (GrowLetter), Robin Re (Industry Dive), Greg Van Horn (Launch Potato), Nathan May (The Feed Media), Max Bidna (Growth Daily), Chris Miquel (Audience Bridge), and Daniel Bustamante (Ship 30 for 30). If you’re building a newsletter, email list, or media business, this event will help you create a clear, tactical plan for growth in 2026. Timestamps: 1:00 Speaker Introductions 3:06 Tyler Denk 18:20 Greg Van Horn 29:10 Nathan May  44:07 Robin Re 55:50 Chris Miquel 01:08:10 Marketing Max 01:22:57 Daniel Bustamante 1:36:56 Matt’s Takeaways  1:38:20 New Media Summit Bonus 1: Use code 'NEWMEDIA' and receive 20% off Beehiiv. Bonus 2: FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days. Bonus 3: Our New Media Summit promotional discount has ended — however, you can still save $400 by purchasing today with early-bird pricing. 👉 Grab your ticket to New Media Summit. New Media Summit is where today’s top speakers, media founders, newsletter operators, publishers, and marketers come together to share real tactics and build meaningful connections — and many of the experts in this event will be there. February 26-27

    1 Std. 41 Min.

  6. 16.12.2025

    15 Steps to Sell Your First Digital Product

    This episode is a complete 15-part breakdown of how to sell your first digital product from scratch. I walk through how to choose the right product, validate demand, and price it for maximum conversions. You’ll learn why you don’t need a huge audience to make real money. I also cover launch strategy, promotion timelines, and common mistakes that kill first launches. If you’re a creator, founder, or newsletter writer aiming for your first $1k–$10k launch, this is for you. Watch the full episode on YouTube linked here. Watch my monetization masterclass here. FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days >> Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Selling Digital Products 01:09 Building an Email List for Success 03:48 Understanding Your Audience's Needs 06:08 Types of Media Products 06:50 Pricing Your Product  08:15 Your Tech Setup 10:26 Overcoming the Need for Testimonials 11:31 Navigating Sales Without Being Salesy 12:25 Mastering Copywriting 13:56 Promoting Your Product Effectively 15:29 Establishing Credibility as a Seller 16:48 Your First Launch 18:26 Refunds and Customer Concerns 19:14 Creating a Minimum Viable Product 20:04 Validating Your Product Idea 20:53 Running a Pre-Sale for Your Product

    22 Min.

  7. 05.12.2025

    10 Reasons You Should Start a Newsletter in 2026 (You’re NOT Too Late)

    In this video, I break down why so many people hesitate to start a newsletter— and why that fear once held me back too. You’ll learn the biggest advantages of launching one, from owning your audience to building a scalable, high-profit media business with multiple revenue streams. I also share my full journey, including early failures, the lessons that changed everything, and how my newsletter eventually grew to 50,000+ subscribers and a multimillion-dollar business. By the end, you’ll understand not only why a newsletter can transform your income, but also how it accelerates your skills, opportunities, and long-term growth—no matter your starting point. FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days >> Timestamps: 00:00 Overcoming the Fear of Starting a Newsletter 00:55 The Value of Owning Your Audience 04:03 Low Startup Costs + Big Income Potential 07:31 Scalability and Major Business Potential 09:18 Multiple Revenue Streams You Can Build 12:02 Building Skills Through Publishing 15:07 The Right Motivation for Starting a Newsletter 18:45 Personal Journey, Failures & Lessons Learned 22:05 Taking Action: Launching Your Newsletter

    23 Min.

  8. 28.11.2025

    The Future of Media: Why Only 3 Platforms Will Matter

    In this Q&A, we discuss the future of media and why newsletters, YouTube, and podcasts will dominate. Matt shares his MAGIC Framework for converting social followers into email subscribers. We discuss Beehiiv’s newest features, including dynamic content, native analytics, and its ad network. The Q&A also covers paywalls, reader behavior shifts, and the biggest newsletter design mistakes. Finally, Matt explains how to know when you’ve hit content–market fit and when to use paid acquisition. FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days >> Timestamps & Questions: 00:00 Introduction 00:48 What do you think the future of media will look like? 04:39 How do you drive traffic from a discovery platform to your newsletter? 11:01 How do you recommend utilizing paywalls and gated content? 13:29 What’s the best new Beehiiv feature for smaller creators? 16:05 How do you know a discovery platform is working? 16:53 How should you utilize dynamic content? 19:08 Should Beehiiv integrate better with Shopify? 20:00 Does this put pressure on Kit and Substack to evolve? 22:03 What’s the most underrated moat a newsletter can have? 23:12 How will reader behavior change overtime? 25:01 How will B2B newsletter evolve? 26:38 Advice for someone sitting on an idea for 6 months? 28:32 How do you know when you have audience market fit? 30:04 When should you run paid ads? 31:53 What are the biggest design mistakes you see?

    34 Min.
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Learn how to grow and monetize your newsletter! We interview the best newsletter operators, founders, and creators on how they grow their audiences and make money. Hosted by Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr.

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