A weekly-(ish) newsletter about decision making, risk, poker, cheating, paying attention, literature...and any other random topic that may interest me. No promises - and no topic off limits!
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 78 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 15 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
mariakonnikova.substack.comLatest Issues
Constant, Constant, Multi-tasking Craziness
Readers of my work know how I feel about multitasking: the myth of being able to do multiple things at once is a theme I’ve returned to for years. Indeed, the need for a mindful, focused approach to thinking was the core of my very first bo...
Is tech the utopian answer to...everything?
Tom Clancy's response to Kurt Vonnegut
Earlier this month, I wrote about Kurt Vonnegut’s conversation with David Freedman, on the crucial importance (and joy) of “farting around,” to borrow Vonnegut’s delightful phrase. In an equally delig...
The importance of farting around
What Kurt Vonnegut teaches us about deep thinking and what it means to be fully human
In the winter of 1995, David H. Freedman, then a contributing editor at Inc. Magazine, made his way to East 48th Street, to the Turtle Bay home of Kurt V...
Playing chess like a poker player
An excerpt from "Thinking Sideways," by Jennifer Shahade
Confession: I don’t know how to play chess. Well, I know how the pieces move—but I also know enough to realize that that’s about as useful as knowing hand rankings is to saying you k...
An April Fool's favorite
From the archives...
Happy worst holiday ever, dear readers! I was going to publish another piece today, but decided to wait until tomorrow. Instead, today I’m removing the paywall on last year’s April Fools’ post, until the end of the wee...
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for The Leap.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 78 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
SEO Reach
Where The Leap ranks on Google, and how much search traffic it brings in.
| Ranked Keywords | 1k | Monthly Search Traffic | Top Keywords |
|---|
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Mostly, I write things. I also play poker.
Crooks. Gangsters. Noir holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for The Leap?
You can find recent issues that have been published by The Leap on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does The Leap have?
To see how many people subscribe to The Leap, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in The Leap?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch The Leap as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like The Leap?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact The Leap using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to The Leap?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like The Leap. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact The Leap?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.