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Listening Sessions | Robert C. Gilbert | Substack

by Robert C. Gilbert

Robert C. Gilbert explores the joy of music with deep dives into albums and artists, blending analysis with historical context. He covers 60s/70s and new releases.

Receipt from the Bookshop | Katie Clapham | Substack

by Katie Clapham

Katie Clapham's Receipt from the Bookshop is a weekly dispatch from her bookshop, chronicling daily life, customers, and transactions. Paid members get bonus content.

The Real Book Spy | Substack

by The Real Book Spy

Industry insider Ryan Steck, The Real Book Spy, provides exclusive news, thousands of book reviews, and author interviews in the mystery/thriller world.

The Irish Stew

by John and Sally McKenna

John and Sally McKenna offer a weekly look at Ireland's dynamic food culture, featuring restaurant reviews, food product news, recipes, and in-depth journalism.

WorldTempus

by WorldTempus Family

WorldTempus is the leading website for watch lovers and professionals, providing trusted reviews, news, and market trends from Geneva-based experts.

exhibits in new york | Substack

by exhibits in new york

Exhibits in New York delivers independent art writing and reviews of NYC art shows. Founded by Sarah and edited by Alexandra, it also features a gallery guide app.

Futurism Restated | Philip Sherburne | Substack

by Philip Sherburne

Veteran music journalist and DJ Philip Sherburne shares his discerning takes on new electronic and experimental music releases, featuring reviews and artist interviews.

Reggie’s Manga Shop

by Reggie

Reggie's Manga Shop fosters a community for manga enthusiasts to discuss their shared interests and engage in comments, led by Reggie.

The Lizard Review | Madeline Rubicam | Substack

by Madeline Rubicam

Madeline Rubicam's "The Lizard Review" explores all genres of music, from pop to obscure bands, with playlists, new releases, and listener recommendations.

The Music Week | Substack

by The Music Week

The Music Week shares deep dives, reviews, and stories about beloved artists and new independent talent, exploring music history with passion.

Drop Your Buffs | Sean Ross | Substack

by Sean Ross

Drop Your Buffs is a very gay, queer-lensed podcast dissecting SURVIVOR's seasons, players, and iconic moments. It also covers adjacent reality TV and features interviews.

Storm Sound | Ryan Storm | Substack

by Ryan Storm

Ryan Storm explores his jamband obsession with Phish, Goose, and Snarky Puppy, offering in-depth show reviews, jam breakdowns, and rig tour videos.

General Hospital Snark | Substack

by General Hospital Snark

General Hospital Snark offers wildly irreverent, deeply sarcastic commentary on the soap opera General Hospital, roasting plotlines and mocking characters for fans.

Good Taste Guide | Hatton Gravely | Substack

by Hatton Gravely

Local editor Hatton Gravely shares an insider's guide to Myrtle Beach's best wine, food, and travel, featuring weekly recommendations, pairings, and events.

The Travel Book Club | Substack

by The Travel Book Club

Former National Geographic Travel editors lead a book club discussing compelling stories and books that inspire journeys and offer tips for travel dreams.

The BK Pets | Substack

by The BK Pets

The BK Pets delivers honest, evidence-based pet food and nutrition advice, guiding pet parents to confident, shame-free choices amidst confusing information.

Comic Book Treasury Extra!

by Comic Book Treasury

Comic Book Treasury Extra! provides a deep dive into the world of comic books, delivering additional content and exclusive insights for enthusiasts.

Courageous Conversations | Susan Harley | Substack

by Susan Harley

Susan Harley's Courageous Conversations helps readers find grace, curiosity, and agency in troubled times, bridging collapse studies with spiritual and practical adaptation.

Wild About Books with author Sara Blackard

by Sara Blackard

Author Sara Blackard shares her passion for books, offering insights, reviews, and recommendations for readers looking for their next great literary adventure.

Read More Books | Jeremy Anderberg | Substack

by Jeremy Anderberg

Jeremy Anderberg's 'Read More Books' offers weekly reading recommendations across diverse genres to nearly 15,000 readers. He also runs 'The Big Read' book club.

Cause Cinema | Jon Fitzgerald | Substack

by Jon Fitzgerald

A guide to socially relevant movies, series, and campaigns, plus insights into developing and producing social impact projects.

n-1 | James Huang | Substack

by James Huang

James Huang offers unbiased, independent, and experienced guidance on bikes and gear, helping cycling enthusiasts navigate the overwhelming world of choices.

Unevenly Combined Thoughts | Angus Bylsma | Substack

by Angus Bylsma

Angus Bylsma, LSE Economic History student, pens fortnightly, AI-free essays on books spanning diverse history. It's a personal research diary of his musings.

Smart Romance | Smart Romance by Rena Rani | Substack

by Smart Romance by Rena Rani

Smart Romance, by Rena Rani, provides rigorous literary criticism of romance novels, exploring their emotional complexity and cultural relevance in weekly essays.

Beauty & the Bookzz | Cyndy Morgan | Substack

by Cyndy Morgan

Author Cyndy Morgan writes 'Conrad's Version,' an intimate reimagining of a beloved story from his perspective, offering weekly chapters, insights, and a community.

Will Hermes: New Music + Old Music | Substack

by Will Hermes

Music critic Will Hermes offers deeply curated reviews, playlists, and concert news spanning new and old music across all genres, from indie rock to Afrobeats.

3ookReview | 3ook.com | Substack

by 3ook.com

3ookReview by 3ook.com explores a 'third-generation bookstore' using AI & Web3. It features deep book reviews, cultural commentary, and decentralized publishing trends.

Night After Night

by Steve Smith

Night After Night by Steve Smith offers regular cultural insights, commentary, and "For the Record" updates, often focused on music.

Deidra’s Bookstack

by Deidra Duncan

Deidra’s Bookstack cultivates a community where readers can connect and share their passion for books and literature.

Bookmarked Reads

by Nicole Barbaro Simovski, Ph.D.

Dr. Nicole Barbaro Simovski, a psychology PhD, reviews 60+ non-fiction books yearly, spanning science, history, and current affairs, offering curated recommendations.

KLOF Magazine Newsletter | Substack

by KLOF Mag

Alex Gallacher's KLOF Mag (est. 2004) champions intelligent, experimental music from the margins, with curated playlists, recommendations, and exclusive articles.

The truth about everything* | Justin Myers | Substack

by Justin Myers

Journalist Justin Myers (The Guyliner) delivers a weekly newsletter. It features rotating strands of personal essays, TV pilot reviews, pop culture, and media analysis.

Rabbit Room Music | The Rabbit Room | Substack

by The Rabbit Room

Founded by Andrew Peterson, The Rabbit Room cultivates and curates story, music, and art to nourish Christ-centered communities through creative work.

Newsletter do ARAN | EdsonARAN | Substack

by EdsonARAN

EdsonARAN's newsletter delivers graphic humor, witty texts, and recommendations for series, books, and films, including 'Os Fatos da Vida' and 'Guia Esnobe'.

Youtini | Substack

by Youtini

The Youtini Dispatch delivers weekly Star Wars news, book and comic releases, and insights, fostering a positive community for fans with reviews and reading guides.

Never Sponsored | Christopher Schwarz | Substack

by Christopher Schwarz

Woodworkers Christopher Schwarz and Megan Fitzpatrick provide independent, unsponsored tool reviews, helping furniture makers find quality tools and avoid 'tool-shaped objects.'

The Soloist - an indie RPG newsletter | Patrick Buechner | Substack

by Patrick Buechner

The Soloist offers news, reviews, original content, tips, and interviews for players and creators of solo, co-op, and GM-less indie RPGs and tabletop games.

A Model Recommends | Ruth Crilly | Substack

by Ruth Crilly

British model Ruth Crilly shares expert beauty reviews and unhinged life updates, drawing on her extensive career and candid experiences as a 'not-quite-supermodel.'

The Best Friend Experience with Jenny Mollen

by JennyMollen

Jenny Mollen offers a peek into her world with weekly essays, recipes, vintage drops, and community meet-ups for readers who embrace their "crazy."

Remember The Lightning | S.W. Lauden | Substack

by S.W. Lauden

S.W. Lauden shares his eclectic tastes in music and books, offering a window into the inspirations and topics central to his newsletter, Remember The Lightning.

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.

Major Spoilers | MajorSpoilers | Substack

by MajorSpoilers

Major Spoilers delivers daily comics news, reviews, and pop culture commentary, along with podcasts, from Stephen Schleicher and multiple voices.

No More Shitty Books | Substack

by No More Shitty Books

No More Shitty Books offers fun, no-pressure reviews of fiction, cookbooks, memoirs & self-help, helping readers get the scoop on books before buying.

Hal Johnson Books | Substack

by Hal Johnson

Hal Johnson explores books, art, history, and comics with a unique voice. Expect a serialized novel, curated quotes, and insights into his books.

Lunch Box | Frank Shyong | Substack

by Frank Shyong

Frank Shyong, former LA Times columnist and Asian Enough podcast host, explores Los Angeles' food, culture, race, and ethnic neighborhoods.

The Cabinista | Peyton Davies | Substack

by Peyton Davies

Interior designer Peyton Davies' weekly newsletter delivers 2 am design deep dives, honest product reviews, high-low magic, and exclusive content for members.

New Worlder | Nicholas Gill | Substack

by Nicholas Gill

James Beard nominated Nicholas Gill's New Worlder explores American cuisine and culture, with interviews, recipes, and stories on foodways, farming, and social change.

Motociclismo Online | Substack

by Motociclismo Online

Motociclismo Online oferece semanalmente os destaques do mundo das motos, conteúdos exclusivos e acesso à Revista Digital da Motociclismo mensalmente.

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.

Elastiverso di Claudia de Lillo | Claudia de Lillo alias Elasti | Substack

by Claudia de Lillo alias Elasti

Elasti provides a daily press review with economic explanations. Weekly, she shares personal stories, recipes, media reviews, and occasional online yoga practices.