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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 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.

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 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.

Hot Takes

by Adam Singer

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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by Katherine Dee

Internet culture ethnographer Katherine Dee's blog is a "living scrapbook" of digital subcultures, web ephemera, and fandoms, plus a weekly call-in show.

Useful Idiots | Katie Halper | Substack

by Katie Halper

Useful Idiots offers absurd and humorous political commentary, featuring interviews and live shows that dissect news so you don't have to.

Sonia Elijah investigates | Substack

by Sonia Elijah

Sonia Elijah, former BBC researcher, offers forensic investigative journalism on pharmaceutical conflicts, regulatory failures, and pandemic policies.

sakumag | yumiko sakuma | Substack

by yumiko sakuma

ジャーナリストの佐久間裕美子が、虚報と情報操作が溢れる時代に、民主主義、気候変動、社会変革をテーマに発信するニュースレター。読者と共に対話を通じて学ぶ「集合的学習」の場をめざし、アクションを促すメディアへと進化中。

Bubble Pop with Rachel Gilmore | Substack

by Rachel Gilmore

Rachel Gilmore exposes liars, grifters, and hate, challenging mainstream narratives from a clear anti-racism and anti-transphobia stance.

joakimlamotte.se | Joakim Lamotte | Substack

by Joakim Lamotte

Joakim Lamotte offers independent journalism that stands apart by rejecting funding from press subsidies and other tax money, providing a unique perspective.

HARRY SHEARER

by HARRY SHEARER

Harry Shearer connects with readers and fosters a community around his work, inviting participation in discussions.

Darren Grimes: UNLEASHED | Substack

by Darren Grimes

Darren Grimes's `Grimes Unfiltered` offers fearless, uncensored takes on mass migration, crime, and British values, challenging mainstream narratives.

Rekto Verso | Substack

by Rekto Verso

Rekto propose un condensé d'actualité quotidien et des découvertes culturelles hebdomadaires, décryptant les enjeux business et financiers.

Marina Purkiss

by Marina Purkiss

This is the newsletter by Marina Purkiss, where she shares her perspective with her audience. It serves as a direct channel for connection and regular updates.

Disidencia | Pablo Majluf | Substack

by Pablo Majluf

Pablo Majluf's Disidencia: Independent, sharp commentary on national & global affairs. Weekly columns, podcasts, guest writers. Defies consensus.

Glenn’s Substack

by Glenn Harlan Reynolds

Get political thoughts and observations from Glenn Harlan Reynolds on Glenn’s Substack. Covering current political topics.

Crooked Media

by Crooked Media

Crooked Media delivers smart news, unfiltered politics, and online jokes. It empowers progressive voices, counters right-wing media, and fosters an engaged community.

Flux | Matthew Sheffield | Substack

by Matthew Sheffield

Matthew Sheffield's Flux is a non-profit, community-powered platform exploring why things happen in politics, religion, tech, and media.

Robin de Boer | Substack

by Robin de Boer

Economic geographer Robin de Boer critically examines current events, presenting alternative perspectives often overlooked by mainstream media, free from censorship.

Jonathan Cook | Substack

by Jonathan Cook

Jonathan Cook, a Martha Gellhorn award-winning journalist, offers critical analysis on media, politics, corporate power, and international affairs.

Freedom to Offend

by Freedom To Offend

An adjunct professor provides critical analysis on complex social issues. Features personal essays exploring social media tribalism and cancel culture.

The Free Press: Honest. Independent. Fearless.

by Bari Weiss

Founded by Bari Weiss, The Free Press delivers fearless investigative stories and provocative commentary, committed to truth, independence, and curiosity.

Szakács Árpád hír/háttér csatornája | Substack

by Szakács Árpád

Award-winning investigative journalist Szakács Árpád exposes COVID-dictatorship crimes and globalist threats. He founded Kárpátia Stúdió to champion truth and freedom.

Traduzioni dal Mondo Libero | Daniela Brassi - TdML | Substack

by Daniela Brassi - TdML

Daniela Brassi translates international content, promoting freedom of thought and speech against censorship. Offers bilingual (IT/EN) insights, focused on Italy.

Lee Camp - Truth & Freedom

by Lee Camp

Lee Camp offers his unique brand of political satire and incisive commentary on current events, advocating for truth and freedom.

brief | briefpk | Substack

by briefpk

brief explores overlooked topics in Pakistan, educating and empowering the public on pressing issues shaping the nation's future, ensuring every voice is heard.

The Big Picture from NOTICE News | Andrew Springer | Substack

by Andrew Springer

Biweekly deep dives from NOTICE News connect daily headlines to greed, racism, and capitalism, exposing how power shapes the news cycle.

Reboot The Renaissance: Medici iOS Settings | Zeitgeist Media Artisans | Substack

by Zeitgeist Media Artisans

Reboot The Renaissance fuses Renaissance swagger with digital age insight, reprogramming cultural principles. It offers a humanistic take on AI Age policies.

The Fifth Column (A Podcast) | Substack

by The Fifth Column

The Fifth Column podcast by Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch delivers smart, funny, offensive critiques of news and media.

The Opposition with Dan Knight

by Dan Knight

The Opposition, with Dan Knight, delivers raw, unapologetic coverage of Canadian politics, exposing corruption and advocating for working-class reality.

Final Girl Digital | Cricket Guest | Substack

by Cricket Guest

Cricket Guest hosts Final Girl Digital, extending her YouTube channel with essays analyzing culture through film and media, plus personal musings.

The Powell House Press | Joshua Powell | Substack

by Joshua Powell

Joshua Powell delivers fresh perspectives on political noise and public health issues, using intellectual honesty and satire to illuminate absurdities.

Starea Săptămânii

by Starea Nației

This newsletter encourages reader engagement through its comments section and offers options to support its work via subscription.

Contrarian Boston

by Scott Van Voorhis

Contrarian Boston offers original reporting and analysis, cutting through partisanship with a unique, Greater Boston take on local and national issues, filling media gaps.

Radical Media - by Maajid Nawaz | Substack

by Maajid Nawaz

Maajid Nawaz's Radical Media delivers critical political analysis, challenging corporatist narratives in a quest for truth and human dignity.

Lean Out with Tara Henley | Substack

by Tara Henley

Tara Henley's Lean Out is a current affairs newsletter exploring dissenting views from unorthodox thinkers on media, culture, and politics.

The Truth Barrier

by Celia Farber

The Truth Barrier by Celia Farber provides deep dives into geopolitical conflicts, exposes corruption, and critically analyzes media narratives.

NOTES FROM THE NAUGHTY STEP

by Julie Burchill

NOTES FROM THE NAUGHTY STEP by Julie Burchill delivers outspoken cultural commentary and opinions.

Public | Michael Shellenberger | Substack

by Michael Shellenberger

Public by Michael Shellenberger offers investigative journalism, breaking major stories and challenging mainstream narratives on censorship, climate, and social issues.

TRIGGERnometry | Substack

by Triggernometry

TRIGGERnometry fosters open, fact-based dialogue with diverse political figures, committed to free speech and fighting division to bring understanding.

The Besties | Substack

by The Besties

Four friends—Griffin McElroy, Justin McElroy, Chris Plante, and Russ Frushtick—rank and review their favorite video games. Features episode info and bonus material.

Beyond Parody with Bridget Phetasy | Substack

by Bridget Phetasy

Bridget Phetasy, writer and comedian, offers raw, humorous insights on culture, politics, and personal struggles. She shares candid stories of addiction, recovery, and finding meaning.

Bertrand Scholler | 55Bellechasse Media | Substack

by Bertrand SCHOLLER

Bertrand Scholler's 55Bellechasse Media offers bi-weekly intellectual deep dives, arming readers with ideas for profound debates and social discussions.

Racket News | Matt Taibbi | Substack

by Matt Taibbi

Matt Taibbi's Racket News delivers independent, investigative journalism adhering to rigorous standards, cutting through media noise without partisan bias.

Robert F Kennedy | Right Flank | Substack

by Right Flank

Follows RFK Jr.'s mission as HHS leader to end chronic disease by battling corrupt federal health agencies, Big Pharma, and the toxic food/vaccine industries.