Amad’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

✱ For those who seek wisdom.

Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

A new podcast episode every Tuesday and a new essay every Friday. Created by Shea Serrano, author of five New York Times bestsellers.

Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

A place for the outlaws of poetry and the written word.

Likely audience: philosophy students

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

Philosophy Stuff explores the ideas of great thinkers and writers to help make sense of modern life, human nature, suffering, meaning, and personal growth.

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago

Art & Literary Historian.

Likely audience: film buffs

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 days ago

Affiliate of the New York Philosophical Society, a weekly publication dedicated to the shared pursuit of wisdom.

Likely audience: Philosophy students and academics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Offerings publishes a mix of personal essays on grief, philosophy, and Tarot alongside announcements for academic reading groups and events. The publication targets readers interested in existentialism, bereavement, and…

Likely audience: academics

1 shared topic

SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: The Micro-Philosopher publishes weekly articles on existentialism and philosophy of death alongside updates for its paid online education platform, The Micro-University. The publication serves adult learners seeking…

Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Publishing Push publishes weekly roundups of writing advice, manuscript editing guides, and developmental editing case studies for authors. The content mixes practical industry resources with promotional features for…

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

1 shared topic

SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 22, 2026

From recent posts: Christian Lorentzen's Diary publishes film analysis, literary criticism, and cultural commentary podcasts covering topics like Michael Mann, Norman Mailer, and Diane Keaton. The publication mixes written essays with…

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Projekts Workshop publishes weekly film analysis and industry reports, including box office data, streaming trends, and thematic breakdowns of major releases like the MCU and Marvel Cinematic Universe. The publication…

Likely audience: Marvel fans

1 shared topic

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: DHK 郵報 publishes a mix of book publishing industry analysis, cultural preservation initiatives, and personal essays on travel and library management. Its audience includes readers interested in the intersection of print…

Likely audience: Digital content creators

1 shared topic

SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Andrew Doyle publishes cultural criticism and essays on film, comedy, free speech, and gender politics. The newsletter is for readers interested in contemporary debates about media, censorship, and social issues.

Likely audience: journalists

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Academy of Ideas publishes in-depth articles on political philosophy, existentialism, and psychology, featuring works by Carl Jung, Friedrich Nietzsche, and Anthony Storr. The publication targets readers interested in…

Likely audience: Philosophy students

1 shared topic

SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Anarchonomicon publishes long-form essays, podcast transcripts, and bookclub discussions centered on classical literature, Nietzschean philosophy, evolutionary psychology, and modern pagan reconstruction. The…

Likely audience: Political commentators

1 shared topic

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 34 days ago

From recent posts: Lara Gandhi publishes short stories and essays exploring themes of mental health, neurosurgery, and human behavior. The publication features literary fiction and non-fiction analysis on topics ranging from dementia and…

Likely audience: Philosophers of mind

1 shared topic

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: Existential Reflections publishes essays on psychology, existentialism, and identity, including book lists and clinical observations. It is written for readers interested in mental health, self-understanding, and the…

Likely audience: Psychology students

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: The Creative Minority publishes practical guides on content strategy, writing mechanics, and community building for creators navigating Substack and newsletters. The publication mixes instructional essays on techniques…

Likely audience: Content creators

1 shared topic

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

From recent posts: The Sovereign Artist publishes lyrical essays, manifestos, and philosophical critiques on topics including existentialism, the disenchantment of the world, and the spiritual significance of solitude. The publication…

Likely audience: philosophers

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

A community of artists and art lovers trying to make sense of the 21st century together - through the lens of film, TV, music, novels, and fine art.

Likely audience: screenwriters

1 shared topic

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Ask a Sub publishes in-depth personal essays and interviews exploring intersections of identity, sexuality, and marginalized communities. The publication features long-form narratives on specific topics such as kink…

Likely audience: pregnant individuals

1 shared topic

SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The publication blends political strategy and civic engagement content with personal essays on family planning, parenting, and reading habits. It features reporting on elections and polling, alongside cultural…

Likely audience: book lovers

1 shared topic

SubstackMonthly or less · last post Jul 24, 2026

From recent posts: The Infinite Edit publishes essays on identity, agency, and cognitive bias for an audience interested in existentialism and perception. The publication mixes in-depth articles on psychological concepts with…

Likely audience: Self-reflective individuals

1 shared topic