In this episode, I’m unpacking the quiet death of the in-between — that space where filmmakers, designers, and creatives used to build something sustainable, not necessarily scalable. You didn’t have to be a unicorn, you just had to be good. Remember that?

But now?You’re either viral or invisible.A startup or a side hustle.Big, or broke.

From streaming platforms chasing data to buyers only caring about ROI, I’m talking about the systems that have squeezed out the middle — and what it means for those of us still trying to build something steady, soulful, and self-sufficient.

👀 Expect:

A little rant, a little reality

Some shade for the algorithm

And a lot of love for anyone still making things that matter

✨ Read the full essay on Substack:

There's No Middle Ground Anymore

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