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How The New York Times Built a Moat on Digital Subscriptions
In this episode, Lucas and Luna dissect The New York Times' transformation from a struggling newspaper into a digital subscription powerhouse. They focus on the company's 2025 milestone of 12 million subscribers and how its 'subscription-first' strategy, combined with bundled offerings like Cooking and Games, created a powerful moat based on habit and willingness to pay. The hosts explore how the Times leveraged its brand trust during the 2024 election cycle to drive record sign-ups, and why rivals like The Washington Post and local dailies struggle to replicate the model…
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