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Endless Urgency with Mike Nellis

by Mike Nellis

Democratic strategist Mike Nellis provides no-bullshit insights on fixing the Democratic Party, confronting media failures, and building power to improve lives.

Meidas+

by MeidasTouch Network

Meidas+ by MeidasTouch Network provides independent, pro-democracy analysis on politics, law, and culture. Members get exclusive content and join a community.

Robert Reich

by Robert Reich

Robert Reich, former Secretary of Labor, offers daily commentary and media, equipping readers with truth to fight for the common good.

Brian Tyler Cohen

by Brian Tyler Cohen

Brian Tyler Cohen's newsletter fosters a community focused on protecting democracy, fighting for a more just society, and saving the planet.

The Nation's Substack

by Nation Magazine

This newsletter is published by The Nation, a historic print and digital magazine continuously published since 1865 by abolitionists.

PolitiBrawl

by Politibrawl

PolitiBrawl delivers unfiltered political videos and commentary, bypassing Big Tech censorship to bring audiences content and laughs they can't find elsewhere.

The Left Hook with Wajahat Ali

by THE LEFT HOOK with Wajahat Ali

Wajahat Ali's The Left Hook offers thoroughly opinionated takes on politics, culture, and religion, free from corporate censorship. Drawing on a unique life of extremes, Ali fights back against authoritarianism with humor and compassion.

The Beinart Notebook

by Peter Beinart

Peter Beinart analyzes U.S. foreign policy and Israel-Palestine, advocating for earned moral authority and Jewish safety via Palestinian equality. Expect sharp insights.

Hmm That's Interesting

by Clara

Hmm That's Interesting by Clara delivers a twice-weekly, humorous take on culture, pop culture, and literature, seasoned with personal anecdotes.

The Long Game

by Molly Knight

Journalist and author Molly Knight delivers deep dives, playful commentary, and community chats on MLB news, baseball culture, and the sport's quirks.

Everything Is Horrible

by Noah Berlatsky

Freelance writer Noah Berlatsky delivers his unique 'scribbler's' take on politics, culture, and film, featuring essays on fascism, movie reviews, and poetry.

Throughline

by Jill Filipovic

Jill Filipovic provides feminist analysis on human rights, women's health, US politics, and international affairs, connecting global and domestic issues.

Hot Takes

by Adam Singer

Adam Singer's Hot Takes: Sharp, analytical commentary on culture, media, and digital trends, exploring ideology and critical thinking.

Stop the Presses

by Mark Jacob

Veteran journalist Mark Jacob's weekly newsletter dissects how right-wing extremism exploits American journalism's weaknesses and explores solutions.

Foreign Exchanges

by Derek Davison

Derek Davison provides daily international news roundups with context and commentary, challenging conventional DC wisdom on US foreign policy and global events.

BattleLines with Owen Jones

by Owen Jones

Political commentator Owen Jones provides sharp analysis and commentary on current events, politics, and social issues in his newsletter BattleLines.

The Argument

by Jerusalem Demsas

The Argument makes a combative case for liberalism via sharp opinion and original reporting from Washington, D.C. It covers politics, economics of growth, tech, society, and democracy.

The Signorile Report

by Michelangelo Signorile

Michelangelo Signorile's independent, ad-free newsletter and radio show dissects far-right extremism, complicit media, and battles for LGBTQ+ equality and progressive change.

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends

by Caitlin Dewey

Caitlin Dewey's 'Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends' curates unexpected digital culture articles and sharp insights for those missing the old internet.

Deez Links

by Delia Cai

Delia Cai's Deez Links is a culture and online fixation report, offering witty takes and curated links to navigate media, art, and the absurdities of online life.

The White Pages

by Garrett Bucks

Garrett Bucks's The White Pages explores politics, organizing, and community building, examining race, gender, and power dynamics to help build a decent world.

The Ruffian

by Ian Leslie

Ian Leslie's "The Ruffian" offers eclectic commentary on news, culture, and communication, featuring curated links and deep thinking for readers avoiding outrage.

This Modern World

by Tom Tomorrow

Tom Tomorrow shares an advance look at his weekly This Modern World cartoons, along with behind-the-scenes observations and various ramblings.

Bill Emmott's Global View

by Bill Emmott

Former Economist editor Bill Emmott delivers his global view, dissecting trends in Japan, Italy, Asia, Europe, and the US, plus insights on Ireland.

Blind Squirrel Macro

by The Blind Squirrel

Rupert Mitchell, "The Blind Squirrel," shares a generalist's insights on financial markets and investing, drawing from 25 years as a banker.

An Irritable Métis

by Chris La Tray

Montana Poet Laureate Chris La Tray, a Métis storyteller, shares irritable, meandering thoughts on Indigenous issues, white supremacy, capitalism, and the world, often with poetry.

Gossip Time

by Allie Jones

Allie Jones delivers a weekly guide to the stars, covering the latest in celebrity news and gossip from the entertainment world.

Postcards from an ex-Bank Analyst

by Robin Down

Ex-bank analyst Robin Down provides ad-hoc insights on UK banks, leveraging 30 years of experience. Expect primers, models, and charts for generalists and newcomers.

Morning Musings- Thoughts from Dauber Island

by phil dauber

Morning Musings offers daily insights from phil dauber on markets and the general state of business. Expect consistent, personal commentary.

Bad Brain

by Ashley Reese

Ashley Reese's Bad Brain: An authentic, unapologetic exploration of life, death, pop culture, and the internet, ranging from grief to smutty fanfiction.

This Is Not Investment Advice

by Les Barclays

Provides independent, first-principles analysis on finance, economics, and policy. Challenges consensus, unpacking forces shaping markets, from fiscal drag to tech.

The Jolly Contrarian

by The Jolly Contrarian

Deep dives into legal, financial, and ethical complexities from The Jolly Contrarian. Expect unique perspectives on current events.

8Ball

by Sean Monahan

8Ball by Sean Monahan offers speculative analysis on culture, trends, and tech. Expect future predictions, societal critiques, and media insights.

SENSUAL TERRORS

by caro 🪽⋆.˚

Caro C. dissects horror and psychological thrillers, exploring body politics, gender, race, Black cinema, and queerness, with fresh perspectives on film's societal impact.

Mauldin Economics

by John Mauldin

John Mauldin provides individual investors with institutional-grade investment strategies and global economic insights from his acclaimed financial writing.

Jonas Nilsson | Substack

by Jonas Nilsson

Journalist and documentary filmmaker Jonas Nilsson analyzes 'reversed apartheid' in South Africa, multiculturalism, and migration conflicts in Sweden.

Good Trouble | Harp | Substack

by Harp

Harp delivers weekly "diatribes" in "Good Trouble," a newsletter for non-conformists and anti-establishment thinkers. It fosters a community for those who embrace "razzle-dazzle and the dream weave."

Goodall and Good Luck

by Lewis Goodall

Journalist Lewis Goodall provides analysis and commentary, fostering a community for those interested in current affairs and discussion.

Dia Sim, Dia Não | Davi Rocha | Substack

by Davi Rocha

Davi Rocha's 'Dia Sim, Dia Não' delivers a humorous, unconventional mix of topics, from imposter syndrome to film, quenching readers' thirst for knowledge with personality.

Christian Nightmares Newsletter

by Christian Nightmares

A satirical and critical look at the world of evangelical Christianity from Christian Nightmares. Expect humorous takes on faith.

The Joyous Struggle

by Jonathan Rowson

Jonathan Rowson's newsletter grapples with "the metacrisis"—the intertwined root cause of global crises—offering personal and conceptual insights.

Knotty News

by The Eurasian Knot

Stay informed with Knotty News, a monthly newsletter from The Eurasian Knot covering political topics and insights.

The Joker and the Thief — Newsletter | Substack

by The Joker and the Thief

Trev Gibb meticulously preserves the extensive music and writing archive of his late friend, Peter Stone Brown, a gifted songwriter and Bob Dylan expert, sharing unreleased works.

Herd Mentality

by Joe Marino

Joe Marino's Herd Mentality offers weekly in-depth Buffalo Bills analysis, including game takeaways, Josh Allen metric tracking, and opponent scouting.

AngryMaleVet

by AngryMaleVet

AngryMaleVet's About page offers no specific details on the newsletter's content or author's focus, providing only generic platform prompts.

outlaws of chivalry | Lisa Noelle Voldeng | Substack

by Lisa Noelle Voldeng

Lisa Noelle Voldeng's "Outlaws of Chivalry" explores what it means to live chivalrously today, offering guidance on courage, grace, and leadership for a new code of honor.

Really Very Human | Dan Sheehan | Substack

by Dan Sheehan

Dan Sheehan, from NOT A WOLF and The Onion, delivers accessible, very human long-form writing on culture, technology, and the modern world.

Running Sucks | Raziq Rauf | Substack

by Raziq Rauf

USATF running coach Raz Rauf, a former music journalist, shares weekly interviews with fascinating runners and personal insights into the sport's highs and lows.

The Saturday Read | The New Statesman | Substack

by The New Statesman

A weekly digest from The New Statesman featuring top writing on ideas, politics, books, culture from its site, print, and vital UK/US media.

Nowhere Street

by Peter Margasak

Peter Margasak shares unpublished vintage interviews and content from his forthcoming book on Chicago music (1992-2002), plus his takes on new and old music.