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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 Capitalist

by Matthew Miller

The Capitalist provides daily financial insights from a pro-America team, covering market shifts and economic impacts with a pro-Trump perspective.

Tropic Press: J.C. Bruce

by J.C. Bruce

Veteran journalist J.C. Bruce's Tropic Press provides eclectic news on politics, science, medicine, and culture, with a Florida focus. He is also an award-winning novelist.

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.

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 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.

The Message Box

by Dan Pfeiffer

Dan Pfeiffer, former Obama White House staffer, offers deep analysis of political polls, campaigns, and trends for junkies and frontline operatives.

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.

The Parnas Perspective

by Aaron Parnas

The Parnas Perspective offers major updates on the Jeffrey Epstein files, Trump's political actions, and other breaking news from a Gen Z viewpoint.

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.

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.

The Borowitz Report

by Andy Borowitz

Andy Borowitz, former Harvard Lampoon president and New Yorker satirist, delivers hilarious, razor-sharp takes on politics and current events.

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.

Freddie deBoer

by Freddie deBoer

Freddie deBoer is a sharp, left-leaning critic dissecting modern politics, media, and culture. He challenges progressive pathologies, 'anti-woke' tendencies, and systemic flaws.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Weirder Together with Ben Lee & Ione Skye

by Weirder Together

Married artists Ione Skye and Ben Lee invite you into their creative production house for a cozy, intimate blend of podcasts, music, and personal insights.

Hot Takes

by Adam Singer

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

Skipped History

by Ben Tumin

Ben Tumin's Skipped History brings challenging U.S. history to life with levity, interviewing experts on conveniently overlooked events shaping today.

Woketopus

by Tyler O'Neil

Tyler O'Neil's Woketopus exposes shadowy networks, dark money, and activist groups manipulating US federal policy across education, labor, energy, LGBTQ, and elections.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Mad Woman

by Amanda Montei

Amanda Montei's Mad Woman examines books and culture through a feminist lens, delving into art, power, gender, feelings, madness, and pathology.

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.

Ari's Threads

by Ari Drennen

Trans in America? Ari Drennen, ex-Media Matters, reveals what political shifts really mean for your life and how to navigate them. No pretending things are fine.

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.

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.

Michael Ian Black

by Michael Ian Black

Comedian Michael Ian Black offers a humorously self-deprecating take on his newsletter, inviting readers to join despite his own 'Ew.' reaction.

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.

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.

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.

Pete Buttigieg's Substack

by Pete Buttigieg

Get updates and insights from Pete Buttigieg, former presidential candidate and current U.S. Secretary of Transportation, on politics, policy, and current events.

Michael Moore

by Michael Moore

Filmmaker Michael Moore offers his unfiltered takes on politics and society through his free writing and podcast, with exclusive events for supporters.

8Ball

by Sean Monahan

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

Notebook

by BDM

BDM's Notebook explores pop culture, online social mores, and personal interests like perfume. Includes ghost stories, anime rewatches, and sci-fi book 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.

On the Commons

by Antonia Malchik

Antonia Malchik's On the Commons dissects the history and impact of private property and the theft of shared resources, linking it to societal and environmental ills.