The Weekend Reader’s Substack
The Weekend ReaderRead widely. Read wisely. Gaining perspective on the issues of our time.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 15 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | a month ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
theweekendreader.substack.comLatest Issues
What World Are You Living In?
A concerning announcement
Earlier this week, Anthropic — the AI company behind Claude — shared some chilling news. They’ve built a new model called “Mythos” that is, by their own admission, too dangerous to release.
Why? Because they m...
Best Picture Rankings - 2026 Oscars
The Oscars are tomorrow night!
The last few years year I’ve made it a hobby to see all ten of the Best Picture Oscar nominees. Growing up, my parents took us to lots of movies. My sister and I have always loved the Oscars (though she has b...
Spaghetti for Breakfast
This is the annual letter I wrote for Saturn Five, the investment firm I run as my day job. This letter reflects my personal views and is shared for general informational and discussion purposes only. It is not investment advice or an offer...
Is this something big?
My last post, “We are not alone,” proved quite popular. I shared about the development of ClaudeCode and OpenClaw as startling examples of AI acceleration. While I don’t intend to write only about AI, this is a topic that refuses to leave m...
We are not alone
This week, Claude Amodei, the CEO of Anthropic, the leading AI firm that makes “Claude,” released an essay titled “The Adolescence of Technology.” It’s a massive 15,000 word think piece on what the grave and imminent risks artificial intell...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for The Weekend Reader’s Substack.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 73 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
I'm Max Anderson and I write The Weekend Reader. I'm trying to read widely and read wisely. I also run Saturn Five (www.saturnfive.com) where we acquire and run niche-leading small businesses around the U.S.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for The Weekend Reader’s Substack?
You can find recent issues that have been published by The Weekend Reader’s Substack 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 Weekend Reader’s Substack have?
To see how many people subscribe to The Weekend Reader’s Substack, 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 Weekend Reader’s Substack?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch The Weekend Reader’s Substack 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 Weekend Reader’s Substack?
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 Weekend Reader’s Substack using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to The Weekend Reader’s Substack?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like The Weekend Reader’s Substack. 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 Weekend Reader’s Substack?
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.