Welcome to World of Nuance
First off, thanks for being here. My name is Jon Santiago and I started World of Nuance back in the fall of 2022 as a YouTube Channel. Today, it also exists as the newsletter you are now reading.
Here are a few of my favorite videos I’ve created:
The mission of this newsletter is the same as it is on YouTube: to show that there’s more than one way to live your life. I've visited close to 40 countries (and counting) and there's a lot travel has taught me over the years. Rather than keeping those lessons to myself, I'm using this platform to process my ideas.
There's no question that we live in hyper-polarized times. But it is my belief through my own experiences that the world isn't black or white. And that when you dig deep enough, you can find beauty in the contrasts.
What Can You Expect for Free?
The free content you'll find here will vary and likely evolve over time. But for now, you can expect to receive:
Ad-supported videos from World of Nuance.
Long-form profiles and pieces of people I meet through my travels.
My own personal reflections and essays.
What About For Paying Subscribers?
Just like my free content, the premium content will evolve, too. Here, however, is a menu of what you can get if you decide to pay and support my work:
1. Exclusive Content
Bonus Footage & Extended Interviews – See moments that didn’t make the final cut of my YouTube videos.
Narrated Articles – Hear the stories and profiles I publish for fresh narrated in my own voice.
2. Ad-Free Viewing
World of Nuance Videos Without Interruptions - Watch content, completely distraction-free.
See Them Before Everyone Else - You’ll get access to videos one week before they’re published widely on YouTube.
3. Exclusive Access to Community and Special Events
Substack Chat - Connect with me and other paid members through the community chat.
Live Q&As with Special Guests - Join virtual hangouts with me and interesting characters, such as the people featured in my videos.
In-Person Meetups - Get togethers with other like-minded and curious spirits.
For those want to support World of Nuance even more, I’m offering a Founding Member tier that provides the following perks:
Handwritten Thank-You Note - A personal message (an actual a letter or postcard) sent from me to show my gratitude.
Your Name in the Credits - See your name featured in my videos as a valued supporter
Every subscription helps me continue to tell these in-depth stories, both here and on YouTube. I want to build this platform without relying solely on ads, and your paid support plays a huge role towards making that possible. But whether you’re a free or paid subscriber, just signing up means you’re backing independent storytelling like mine and helping me share these stories with others.
My hope is that by subscribing you develop a more open mind. An open mind about different cultures and the way people approach life around the world. I hope that you join me in embracing curiosity as a principle, too.
About Me
I’m a creator with a background in digital reporting and storytelling. My work through the years has spanned various industries, including sports journalism and marketing.
I started my career in the NBA, covering the Sacramento Kings for nearly a decade. I also worked as a broadcaster at iHeartRadio, contributing to news production and on-air reporting at KFBK radio.
My written work has previously been featured in SB Nation, SLAM Magazine, ESPN.com, and The Publish Press. For more details, visit my personal website.
