Notes On The Pingpocalypse, Trying To Get Support To Help, Getting Mocked For Wanting The Platform To Work Correctly, Getting Fleeced By The Algo, Move Slower Than Everyone, and more....
I got this notification as well as the last one, but honestly there are really only two answers:
1) A new platform that has no algorithm whatsoever -- users only see what they search out and subscribe to and, by extension, what the people they subscribe to take it upon themselves to share.
2) Doing what we do without expecting anything in return. Nobody enjoys being a martyr, but trying to get something out of what one does has driven a lot of people crazy. The only good version of "something for nothing" is *giving* something, expecting nothing in return, or at least nothing in this material world.
I doubt Substack will ever embrace the Abolition of Algorithims. For one, their investors would never allow it because the function of algorithims is not to share or support, but to suppress. It is Orwellian language, just like how modern healthcare makes people sick and the justice system punishes victims while protecting criminals. Without algorithms, people would see what they want to see and what the people they subscribe to share -- and people are more and more seeking out what is real, what is good, what is true and beautiful and authentic. The worldly powers that be can't have that.
Moreover, Hamish and co. are repulsive goblins who consider themselves "elite" -- like all the other goblins, truth just shines a light on what they are. And so they use "free speech" as a lure for truth tellers, then box them in algorithmically and isolate them. As many have pointed out, allowing people to *say* the truth is not the same thing as allowing people to *see* the truth. Substack may let you say it, but it's clear they won't let others see it. I.e., "It's a tarp!" -- a quarantine for truth tellers.
And so we're left with the two above options: a new platform founded on the abolition of algorithims OR accept being a lone voice crying in the wilderness, sustained on locusts and wild honey and not expecting anything else from this world.
Yeah, it’s all immensely frustrating. For me, I noticed things fall off a cliff back around September. Prior to that, I was growing steadily, 10-20 new subscribers every day, with notes getting plenty of impressions and interactions. Then, quite literally overnight, it all ground to a halt. Since then, I seldom get any subscriptions and my impressions in notes are almost nonexistent, particularly to non-followers. Of course, this could be attributed to meeting the natural limits of my readership but the abruptness of it was both startling and profoundly disheartening.
Yea, they just used us as the Twitter outcasts, the factual ones, knowing that the lemmings would eventually follow. Once they got Kamala Harris on board here, I knew it was over. Ss has shown its stripes. I'd love to tell them FU and go somewhere else.
Interesting thing is Following has not changed at all with its upward curve. So you know its generated by Substack.
unfortunately it's unlikely you'll receive much help from Substack, the leadership isn't comprised of writers, it's just more silicon valley bros (more info in the post below if you'd like to know more).
but the awareness is important, thank you for the hard work ❤️🩹
Yes, Demi, got it. But what a disaster it has been and the admin's response pathetic. Not sure you are getting mine. Also couldn't tag you. ? @ doesn't work here.
I did not get the scroll this sunday.. did you send one out? I rarely see your posts, often only because they are restacked by someone else.. got an email that Syd ( not my real name) responded to my comment, couldn't find comment ..
Substack support ““ just told me that there’s a problem with loading the followers page that Substack is aware of – I am unable to load any followers page or to see my followers though last I looked. I had close to 10,000 followers -very interesting since I checked a note stats and saw that only 50 of those almost 10,000 followers saw my note. This explains the issues I’ve been having since mid September with visibility. Are you able to see a follower count, Demi and if so, how? Addendum: I found it on my profile - 8.57k it makes no sense that only 50 of those almost 9000 people see one of my notes at a time if that, usually less.
I just came across your post because Claire restacked. Wanted to check out part 1 and it won't go to the page, it just whirrs. I just thought I'd let you know
I got this notification as well as the last one, but honestly there are really only two answers:
1) A new platform that has no algorithm whatsoever -- users only see what they search out and subscribe to and, by extension, what the people they subscribe to take it upon themselves to share.
2) Doing what we do without expecting anything in return. Nobody enjoys being a martyr, but trying to get something out of what one does has driven a lot of people crazy. The only good version of "something for nothing" is *giving* something, expecting nothing in return, or at least nothing in this material world.
I doubt Substack will ever embrace the Abolition of Algorithims. For one, their investors would never allow it because the function of algorithims is not to share or support, but to suppress. It is Orwellian language, just like how modern healthcare makes people sick and the justice system punishes victims while protecting criminals. Without algorithms, people would see what they want to see and what the people they subscribe to share -- and people are more and more seeking out what is real, what is good, what is true and beautiful and authentic. The worldly powers that be can't have that.
Moreover, Hamish and co. are repulsive goblins who consider themselves "elite" -- like all the other goblins, truth just shines a light on what they are. And so they use "free speech" as a lure for truth tellers, then box them in algorithmically and isolate them. As many have pointed out, allowing people to *say* the truth is not the same thing as allowing people to *see* the truth. Substack may let you say it, but it's clear they won't let others see it. I.e., "It's a tarp!" -- a quarantine for truth tellers.
And so we're left with the two above options: a new platform founded on the abolition of algorithims OR accept being a lone voice crying in the wilderness, sustained on locusts and wild honey and not expecting anything else from this world.
No one says they have to abolish the algorithm - but this is ridiculous. No reason for us to participate at this point.
The rule of non participation
Received the mention. Thank you. I appreciate being included.
My pleasure! Thank you!
Yeah, it’s all immensely frustrating. For me, I noticed things fall off a cliff back around September. Prior to that, I was growing steadily, 10-20 new subscribers every day, with notes getting plenty of impressions and interactions. Then, quite literally overnight, it all ground to a halt. Since then, I seldom get any subscriptions and my impressions in notes are almost nonexistent, particularly to non-followers. Of course, this could be attributed to meeting the natural limits of my readership but the abruptness of it was both startling and profoundly disheartening.
We all have the same issues that started right around the same time. It’s awful.
Yea, they just used us as the Twitter outcasts, the factual ones, knowing that the lemmings would eventually follow. Once they got Kamala Harris on board here, I knew it was over. Ss has shown its stripes. I'd love to tell them FU and go somewhere else.
Interesting thing is Following has not changed at all with its upward curve. So you know its generated by Substack.
I noticed that. I used to have the same following curve as subscriber curve. The two have deviated.
Received!
Thank you!
received!
unfortunately it's unlikely you'll receive much help from Substack, the leadership isn't comprised of writers, it's just more silicon valley bros (more info in the post below if you'd like to know more).
but the awareness is important, thank you for the hard work ❤️🩹
♤
https://open.substack.com/pub/entropicabsurdity/p/substack-and-censorship?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&shareImageVariant=overlay&r=h5x57
Thank you! Sending my love!
Thank you. 🙏 Great information!
Thank you so much!
Recieved!
Thank you!
👍👍
Thanks Demi! Love the community.
My pleasure! Thank you!
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Thank you!
Recieved
Thank you!
Yes, Demi, got it. But what a disaster it has been and the admin's response pathetic. Not sure you are getting mine. Also couldn't tag you. ? @ doesn't work here.
Tagging doesn’t work inside the posts. I never see yours come up. It’s absolutely obnoxious. Yours are among the top I should be seeing!! :(
I did not get the scroll this sunday.. did you send one out? I rarely see your posts, often only because they are restacked by someone else.. got an email that Syd ( not my real name) responded to my comment, couldn't find comment ..
thanks Demi!!
I moved The Scroll to Fridays. My pleasure! Thank you!
Just got it myself..
Happy New Year Demi!!
🙌🌟🫶
Substack support ““ just told me that there’s a problem with loading the followers page that Substack is aware of – I am unable to load any followers page or to see my followers though last I looked. I had close to 10,000 followers -very interesting since I checked a note stats and saw that only 50 of those almost 10,000 followers saw my note. This explains the issues I’ve been having since mid September with visibility. Are you able to see a follower count, Demi and if so, how? Addendum: I found it on my profile - 8.57k it makes no sense that only 50 of those almost 9000 people see one of my notes at a time if that, usually less.
I have screenshots if you need them
At this point I’m wondering why I’m on notes AT ALL. What a waste of energy. Does Substack WANT us to leave?
Received. I received it at the time. Just things are a bit chaotic for me and I am seeking greater stability in my life.
Also, I am subscribed to 7 accounts and yours is the only one where I receive email notifications.
Thanks for letting me know!! 🥰🙏🏻💜💫
I just came across your post because Claire restacked. Wanted to check out part 1 and it won't go to the page, it just whirrs. I just thought I'd let you know
Thanks. 🙏🏻💜💫
I was able to get it to load.
https://open.substack.com/pub/starfirecodes/p/the-scroll-disabling-email-notifications
RECEIVED — (edited… i before e except after c!) 😊