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Substack Unveils TV App, Transforming Independent Media Landscape

1/23/2026

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Substack launched a TV app for Apple TV and Google TV, letting subscribers watch video posts and livestreams.
The move expands Substack's video offerings that began 16 months ago with live streaming.
The app features a 'For You' section with personalized video recommendations, with access by subscription tier.
Some creators, including Jim Acosta, see it as a game-changing opportunity for independent media, while many worry it shifts focus from writing.

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Story summary

Substack launched a TV app for Apple TV and Google TV, letting subscribers watch video posts and livestreams.
The move expands Substack's video offerings that began 16 months ago with live streaming.
The app features a 'For You' section with personalized video recommendations, with access by subscription tier.
Some creators, including Jim Acosta, see it as a game-changing opportunity for independent media, while many worry it shifts focus from writing.