Business idea · Education
Historical Journalism Workshops
Historical Journalism Workshops: Workshops that teach individuals how to create engaging content based on historical events, inspired by the practices of early journalists like Hearst and Pulitzer. It was pitched on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "This Opportunity Is Hidden In Plain Sight" (aired April 29, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | This Opportunity Is Hidden In Plain Sight |
| Aired | April 29, 2026 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | Take-Two Interactive, Hampton, The Hustle, G Fuel, Hearst Corporation, Groove |
The problem it solves
There's a demand for educational resources that combine history with storytelling to create compelling narratives. These workshops help fill that gap.
How it makes money
Fee per workshop or a series package, potentially with online access for recorded sessions.
Skills you need
Expertise in history, storytelling, teaching, and event organization.
The market, and why this works now
Substack's platform for newsletter publishing creates a viable space for Historical Journalism Workshops, allowing participants to share their work directly with an audience. Initial revenue can be generated by promoting workshops through r/History, targeting individuals interested in storytelling and historical narratives. A significant constraint in the first year will be the need for extensive content creation to ensure workshop materials are engaging and high-quality, which may require additional resources or personnel.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Take-Two Interactive
A video game publisher known for creating popular franchises such as Grand Theft Auto and NBA 2K.
- Hampton
A support network for entrepreneurs, providing accountability and a peer group to help them avoid wasted potential and mediocrity.
- The Hustle
A media company that started with an event and evolved into a newsletter platform aimed at delivering engaging business content.
- G Fuel
An energy drink brand that caters to gamers and esports enthusiasts.
- Hearst Corporation
A media conglomerate that owns multiple magazines, newspapers, and television networks, historically significant in the evolution of journalism.
- Groove
A company that produces gummies, particularly in the supplement category, and is noted for its innovative approach to product differentiation.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: This Opportunity Is Hidden In Plain Sight
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.