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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 31 days ago

Information and commentary about the Good Things Black People Do, Give and Receive around the World (via goodblacknews.org)

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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Likely audience: Music history enthusiasts

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Dan Rather's steady take on a complex and chaotic world.

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

Jeff Tweedy shares songs, advice, general musings, and whatnot...

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post yesterday

All the ways we use food to connect with our families, friends, and communities. Written by the NYT bestselling author of the Dinner: A Love Story book series, including "The Weekday Vegetarians."

Likely audience: home cooks

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago

Your body liberation community. And good snacks.

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

My personal Substack

Likely audience: music fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 28 days ago

From recent posts: The Land That Time Forgot publishes personal essays and historical recollections focused on music history, live performances, and the careers of artists like Buddy Holly, Dolly Parton, and David Bowie. The publication…

Likely audience: Music historians

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

Writers should get paid for doing what they love. Subscribe now to get my FREE 7-day email course, Substack Launchpad.

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From recent posts: True North by Christiane Northrup, M.D. publishes daily health wisdom focused on menopause and wellness, primarily serving subscribers seeking audio and video content. The publication consistently promotes its paid…

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 36 days ago

From recent posts: Tone Glow publishes in-depth interviews and profiles of underground musicians, art collectives, and filmmakers, focusing on topics like industrial music, visual arts, and documentary filmmaking. The publication mixes…

Likely audience: Music historians

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

Join renegade historian and Brit in the US Dr. Annette Laing on her witty history mystery tour. Substack Featured Newsletter.

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

Sex Happens is a dedicated space for discussing sex, love, relationships, and dating brought to you by your friends at Julie.

Likely audience: Pop culture enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: Soul Boom Dispatch publishes a mix of podcast interviews and long-form essays covering entrepreneurship, psychology, technology ethics, and personal narratives. The content targets readers interested in deep dives into…

Likely audience: Followers of Hunter Biden

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From recent posts: Nightcap with Tift Merritt publishes exclusively about Tift Merritt's music releases, album announcements, and artist interviews. The publication is for fans of indie folk music seeking updates on her new albums and…

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

From recent posts: Live From California with Lloyd Kahn publishes a rotating mix of personal memoirs, investigative reporting on local issues like fishing regulations, and cultural commentary on topics ranging from skateboarding to Golden…

Likely audience: San Francisco locals

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Greil Marcus / Letter in the Ether publishes alternating issues of music reviews and a Q&A column featuring reader letters and essays on rock history, theory, and politics. The publication targets music enthusiasts and…

Likely audience: Indie rock fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Love Notes by Jenn M. Jackson, PhD publishes personal essays, book summaries, and reading lists centered on Black feminism, anti-Black racism in academia, and Black literary traditions. It is written for readers…

Likely audience: readers of Black feminist literature

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 31 days ago

From recent posts: American Alchemy Magazine publishes investigative articles on UFO conspiracy theories, government secrecy, and alleged UAP recovery programs. The publication targets readers interested in unexplained aerial phenomena…

Likely audience: UFO enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

Welcome to the supplemental engine for the Drummers on Drumming podcast! I’m Ben Hilzinger, and while I figure out how to navigate this platform, you can expect enjoyable insights, behind-the-scenes moments, and a peek…

Likely audience: drummers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago

I’m new here, but so far I’m LOVING it, and while switching platforms is always a bit scary it felt like the right time to start sharing. Music, the road, the people, and yes… probably trying to justify my tech…

Likely audience: Fans of Steve Clisby's writing

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: DADA issues publishes digital storytelling, comics, personal narratives, short stories, and artist interviews in a mix of promotional posts, anthologies, and zines. The publication targets creators and readers…

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

A Fish out of Water seeks the truth as he breathes fresh air. I interview artists and creatives from all walks of life. Interviews 99% unedited and uncensored! 7K+ subscribers. IAB accredited.

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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