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I'd be glad to support the founder level but I'm a bit confused about the Substack/Locals split. Which is better to use? It would seem Substack to me, but since I'm only subscribed on the Substrack level I don't know what I'm missing with locals. Please, quench my FOMO!

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Ha! Ok, here's the skinny:

All of the regular subscriber level perks (the books, etc.) are all exactly the same on both Substack and Locals. No difference at all.

The big differences between Substack and Locals:

Substack: All the articles get delivered via email (which is kinda handy) and the formatting is excellent.

Locals: Is more like a little social network. There is a vibrant, fun community there where nerds just hang out, lots of talk about topics related to what I write about. The reason we require paid access there (we try to keep it cheap, think it's $3) is that it creates just enough of a barrier that it keeps all trolls away. The result is that we, in a way, have our own private "Twitter/Forum" place to hang out that is 100% troll free and family friendly. Which makes it so pleasant. I also post all podcasts and articles there.

Some people subscribe to both. Some just Locals or just Substack. There's really no *wrong* way to do it as you get 100% of the articles, podcasts, books, etc. on both. It's really whichever you enjoy using more. :)

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Ok great, thanks for the explanation. I prefer Substack but I also joined over on Locals because it might be nice to have as well. Thanks for all you do!

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Hey, it's my pleasure! And thank *you* for the support! Without amazing nerds like you, none of this would be possible!

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I can only really do max $50 if I push it. All your fault Lunduke, now I have NO CHOICE but to roll out the world domination scheme early to get those perks and the one on one. Well, laser sharks and doom satellites here we come.

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Ha! I also accept direct donations of laser sharks, if that makes it easier. ;)

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