In this episode we look into trends and insights gathered from reviewing the top Substack publications, highlighting their main themes and important facts. What is resonating with readers and how much are some of the biggest winners on Substack making (hint: alot!).
News and Politics
Racket News (Matt Taibbi): Investigative journalism and satirical commentary. "News and features by best-selling author and reporter Matt Taibbi, in an independent package molded after I.F. Stone's Weekly."
Public (Michael Shellenberger): Focuses on free speech, civilization, and humanity.
The Pillar: News and analysis covering the Catholic Church.
The Fifth Column (A Podcast): "Your weekly rhetorical assault on the news cycle, the people who make it, and occasionally ourselves."
Blocked and Reported (Jesse Singal): A podcast delving into internet controversies.
Hopium Chronicles By Simon Rosenberg: Political commentary and strategies to defeat MAGA. "Expert commentary from a 30-year veteran of US politics."
Drop Site News: Independent news on politics and war.
Thinking about... (Timothy Snyder): Historical analysis with an eye on the future. "Opening the future by understanding the past."
The Hartmann Report (Thom Hartmann): Progressive political commentary. "A Daily Newsletter of Renaissance Thinking about Progressive Politics..."
Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf (Dr. Naomi Wolf): Commentary on current events and threats to liberty. "Essays, updates and arguments from an eyewitness to a new dark age..."
Volts (David Roberts): Focuses on decarbonization technology and policy.
The Pomp Letter (Anthony Pompliano): Analysis of business, finance, and technology.
Jim Hightower's Lowdown: Progressive populist commentary.
Persuasion (Yascha Mounk): Commentary on the challenges to a free society. "The community for those who believe that a free society is worth fighting for."
The Kākā by Bernard Hickey: Public interest journalism on housing, climate, and poverty in New Zealand.
The Beinart Notebook (Peter Beinart): Focuses on American foreign policy and Palestinian freedom.
The Dworkin Report (Scott Dworkin): Political reporting and analysis from a Democratic perspective. "Insight into national politics and elections from a seasoned political reporter..."
Rak höger med Ivar Arpi (Ivar Arpi): Commentary on contemporary issues. [Swedish] "About today's most burning issues, without filters or blinders."
Matt Goodwin (Matt Goodwin): Offers political analysis. "Politics analysed differently."
Health and Wellness
Courageous Discourse™ (Dr. Peter McCullough): Focuses on clinical science and personal autonomy in healthcare.
COVID Intel (Dr. William Makis): In-depth information on COVID-19, vaccines, and related topics.
Two Percent with Michael Easter: Covers health, fitness, and performance.
Doc Malik Honest Health: Conversations about health and wellness.
The Jolly Heretic (Edward Dutton): Science commentary from a critical perspective. "Fed up with our woke joke universities? Learn based science..."
True North (Christiane Northrup, M.D.): Uncensored commentary on health and the future of humanity.
Dr. Tenpenny's Eye on the Evidence: Commentary on vaccines and medical events. "A Doctor's Voice of Reason About Vaccines and Current Medical Events"
Culture and Society
Lenny's Newsletter (Lenny Rachitsky): Advice on building products, driving growth, and career acceleration.
Tipping Point Prophecy Update (Jimmy Evans): News analysis through the lens of Bible prophecy.
Garrison Keillor and Friends: Observational humor and reflections on American life.
The Hotshot Wake Up: News and commentary on wildfires and wildfire policy.
Useful Idiots (Matt Taibbi): A politics podcast.
Israel from the Inside with Daniel Gordis: Provides nuanced perspectives on Israel.
House of Strauss (Ethan Strauss): Covers sports, business, politics, and culture.
Glenn Loury: Explores issues of race, inequality, and economics. "Race, inequality, and economics in the US and throughout the world..."
Throwing Fits: A men’s fashion and lifestyle podcast. "Throwing Fits is the number #1 global men’s fashion and lifestyle podcast."
Charlotte's Web Thoughts (Charlotte Clymer): Commentary on politics, religion, and culture from a Christian trans woman.
The Reese Report (Greg Reese): Commentary on current events. "A commentary on the current course of human destiny."
Nonzero Newsletter (Robert Wright): Examines politics, psychology, and ways to avoid global catastrophe.
The Flying Frisby (Dominic Frisby): Market commentary, alternative health, and unconventional views.
Word & Song by Anthony Esolen: Explores topics related to the good, the beautiful, and the true. "Reclaiming the good, the beautiful, and the true"
Versus Media (Stephen L. Miller): Podcast on the intersection of politics, media bias, and technology.
The Thom Hartmann Radio & TV Program: Live political commentary and podcast.
In The Money Players' Newsletter: For serious horse racing enthusiasts.
I Might Be Wrong (Jeff Maurer): Comedy, politics, and social commentary.
Pantsuit Politics: A podcast with a different approach to the news.
Free Thinking Through the Fourth Turning with Sasha Stone: Commentary on cultural issues from a left-leaning perspective. "A rumination on the collapse of culture on the left."
TRIGGERnometry: A YouTube show and podcast focused on free speech and open discussion. "We believe in open, fact-based discussion of important and controversial issues."
A Lawyer Writes (Joshua Rozenberg): Legal commentary and updates. "Essential updates on the law from Joshua Rozenberg KC (hon)..."
Alexandria (Richard Spencer): Commentary from a white nationalist perspective.
Não É Imprensa: Commentary on journalism. [Portuguese] "I am in favor of a free press. What I can't stand are newspapers."
The Auburn Observer (Justin Ferguson): Deep dives into Auburn football and basketball.
The list continues with publications focusing on finance, sports, personal development, spirituality, music, and a variety of other topics.
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