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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.

Oldster Magazine

by Sari Botton

Editor Sari Botton's Oldster Magazine explores the universal experience of aging, de-stigmatizing it through essays, interviews, and intergenerational dialogue.

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.

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.

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.

april & the fool | Substack

by april

April explores human connection. Informed by her diverse background, she examines how people connect across cultures, race, and differences.

Every Nigga Deserves

by Every Nigga Deserves

This newsletter emphasizes community engagement, inviting readers to connect over shared interests and participate actively in the comments section.

Mixed Borders with Mira Kamdar | Substack

by Mira Kamdar

Award-winning Paris-based author Mira Kamdar explores global collisions and diverse identities, blending personal narrative with sharp analysis and a celebration of hybridity.

Adult Sex Ed | Dani Faith Leonard | Substack

by Dani Faith Leonard

Filmmaker and writer Dani Faith Leonard's Adult Sex Ed dives into the history, culture, and science of sex, exploring topics from lube to celebrity tapes and extremism.

The Chatner | Daniel Lavery | Substack

by Daniel Lavery

Daniel M. Lavery's twice-weekly newsletter explores literature, humor, folklore, religion, and transmasculine coping strategies with his distinctive voice.

Stained Glass Woman | Doc Impossible | Substack

by Doc Impossible

Zoe, a professor and trans woman, shares personal essays on trans identity, science, philosophy, and navigating C-PTSD and trauma.

ZEITGEIST

by Katja Hoyer

Katja Hoyer, a German living in Britain, provides personal reflections and analysis of German history, politics, and culture through her anglicized lens.

Who We Are

by The Who We Are Project

The Who We Are Project fosters a community where readers can connect over shared interests and engage in discussions via the comments section.

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."

Stella O'Malley | Substack

by Stella O'Malley

Stella O'Malley, a psychotherapist and author, offers insights on gender identity, informed by her personal journey and clinical work, supporting parents navigating children's gender distress.

Lazo Letters | Cristina Maza | Substack

by Cristina Maza

Lazo Letters is Lazo Magazine's weekly newsletter for travelers, immigrants, and multicultural individuals, using multi-media to highlight an interconnected world.

Liminal with Jennifer Steil | Substack

by Jennifer Steil

Jennifer Steil details her personal battle with ovarian cancer and her life across cultures, exploring how to find meaning and connection in 'liminal' spaces.

Brand Archive – Brand & rebrand launches as they happen

by Richard Baird

Richard Baird's Brand Archive is a curated newsletter tracking and analyzing new brand and rebrand launches as they happen, offering insights into design and strategy.

Queering Reality | Elizabeth Earley | Substack

by Elizabeth Earley

Elizabeth Earley hosts Queering Reality, challenging norms and exploring LGBTQ+ experiences. It offers inclusive conversations on identity, culture, and social justice.

The Spiral Lab | The Spiral Lab Collective | Substack

by The Spiral Lab Collective

The Spiral Lab is a collaborative magazine for neuroqueerdos, featuring a collective of neuroqueer, disabled writers and artists exploring diverse themes.

Adoption Deconstructed | Dr Barbara Sumner | Substack

by Dr Barbara Sumner

Dr Barbara Sumner's Adoption Deconstructed challenges dominant narratives, centering adoptee voices with critical research on adoption law, trauma, and global reform.

Kinfolk Daily by CRWNMAG | Substack

by CRWNMAG

Kinfolk Daily by CRWNMAG delivers soulful, politically aware storytelling through essays, interviews, and cultural notes, crafted as a love letter to Black women.

Kohdi Rvyne

by Kohdi Rvyne

Kohdi Rvyne's weekly essays explore identity reconstruction, nervous system recalibration, and true transformation, guiding readers to graduate from recovery.

Peak Notions with Laura Kennedy | Substack

by Laura Kennedy

Laura Kennedy's Peak Notions offers a guide to navigating cultural chaos and digital confusion, using humor and critical insight to explore societal dynamics and beliefs.

Courage to Create | Magdalena Ponurska | Substack

by Magdalena Ponurska

Magdalena Ponurska shares personal stories of adversity and resilience, showing the healing power of words and fostering a courageous, supportive community.

The Secret Gender Files

by Malcolm Richard Clark

Author Malcolm Richard Clark dissects and dismantles claims and pseudo-science from the LGBTQ+ lobby, fostering a safe space for open discussion.

Our Bodies: Ourselves | Liddy Grantland (she/her) | Substack

by Liddy Grantland (she/her)

Liddy Grantland's "Our Bodies: Ourselves" explores disability, reproductive, and body justice via personal stories on embodiment, chronic pain, cancer, gender, and sex, building community.

The Mizrahi Perspective | Alon Mizrahi | Substack

by Alon Mizrahi

Alon Mizrahi, an Arab-Jewish anti-establishment radical, offers compelling cultural and political analyses, exploring decolonization and his estrangement from Zionism.

Eric Williams | Substack

by Eric Williams

Eric Williams shares bonus podcast episodes, his horny talk show 'Confession Hole,' and performance info, all aimed at making the world gayer.

BROADview | Lisa Selin Davis | Substack

by Lisa Selin Davis

Lisa Selin Davis tackles nuanced gender issues often censored by major news organizations, offering a "prismatic look" at complicated stories and sharing what's left unsaid.

BP&O

by Richard Baird

BP&O delivers weekly design reviews, logo gallery updates, and insights on branding and packaging. Readers also get discounts on design resources.

Through Tiny Eyes | Siyu Cao | Substack

by Siyu Cao

Comic artist Siyu Cao shares personal cross-cultural observations, insights into Chinese culture, and glimpses into her creative life through words and drawings.

I'm Fine I'm Fine Just Understand | ND Stevenson | Substack

by ND Stevenson

ND Stevenson shares comics and updates on transition, mental health, and life. Features creative process insights, Q&A, and a clear, unwavering advocacy for trans safety.

Logo Histories | Richard Baird | Substack

by Richard Baird

Richard Baird's Logo Histories explores the history of logo and corporate identity design, offering designers crucial context and connecting them to the thinking of past pioneers.

Figuring Life Out | Oladimeji Ajegbile | Substack

by Oladimeji Ajegbile

Entrepreneur Oladimeji Ajegbile explores identity, purpose, and creativity, sharing his journey of figuring life out in public. He offers reflections on building a meaningful life.

Gothic Tales and Desert Revelations

by Victoria Dougherty

Victoria Dougherty shares essays on emotional exile, finding home across continents, and family secrets unearthed after moving to Doha, alongside original gothic fiction.

The Feminine Editorial | Substack

by The Feminine Editorial

The Feminine Editorial explores the inner lives of women, delving into desire, identity, and the quiet psychological landscapes we inhabit. Founder Holly merges psychology with story to offer depth over noise.

Unwelcome Archive | MadFem ♀️ | Substack

by MadFem ♀️

MadFem ♀️'s "Unwelcome Archive" explores the journey of a former trans ally turned TERF, boldly confronting critics with sharp commentary and a defiant voice.

In Retrospect with Frederick Joseph

by Frederick Joseph

Frederick Joseph reflects on culture, politics, and personal experience, exploring how they shape the self and the world. Seeking clarity.

letters from aura | Aura Samantha Whittier | Substack

by Aura Samantha Whittier

Letters from Aura explores self-concept, identity shifts, and emotional intelligence. It offers tools and reminders for living well and building a joyful, self-led life.

club cinnamon | sophie cat blake | Substack

by sophie cat blake

Sophie Cat Blake's 'club cinnamon' is a quirky newsletter-diary of personal anecdotes and internet observations, and is an 'I Hate Scrappy Doo' club.

Blackstack | Substack

by Blackstack

Blackstack is a community and platform for Black writers and creatives, offering curated newsletters, a print magazine, and a mission to reclaim independent Black publishing.

Love Lives Here with Michell C. Clark | Substack

by Michell C. Clark

Michell C. Clark writes from the heart about healing, self-worth, and identity. Love Lives Here offers insights for authentic growth and community, helping readers feel seen.

Las cosas buenas les pasan a los otros | Flor Tundis | Substack

by Flor Tundis

Flor Tundis shares candid writings from a tired, feminist, queer millennial, reflecting on a frustrating reality and an unfulfilled life.

Before We Were White | Brian Halpin | Substack

by Brian Halpin

Brian Halpin's Before We Were White debunks American history myths, particularly the damaging myth of "race identity," exploring forgotten cultural aspects through stories and evidence.

Forbidden Chronicles.

by FIERRO R.

"Forbidden Chronicles" explores male sexuality through interviews with Mexican men, revealing weekly immoral tales of passion and hidden desires.

aphrodite's cabin | shreya | Substack

by shreya

aphrodite's cabin is a personal newsletter on girlhood, desire, and defiance, exploring unlearning societal expectations and embracing messy, self-defined femininity.

All Over the Place | Luisa | Substack

by Luisa

Luisa's 'All Over the Place' explores identity, relationships, culture, and life's nuances through thought-provoking essays, media analysis, and open discussion.

The Power of Us

by Dominic Packer & Jay Van Bavel

Psychologists Dominic Packer and Jay Van Bavel dissect group dynamics and social identity, offering science-backed advice to boost cooperation and performance.

Dr Stacey Patton

by Dr Stacey Patton

Dr Stacey Patton fosters a community for readers to share interests and engage in discussions, with an option to support the work through subscriptions.