Bob Welch: Heart, Humor & Hope alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Gnomenclature publishes a history-focused newsletter for enthusiasts of retail culture, featuring archival research, pop culture references, and product retrospectives. The publication mixes historical essays and…

Likely audience: gift shoppers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

Come hang out with a pop-culture-obsessed, antiracist, lefty, OG Blerd who lives in Oakland, CA.

Likely audience: Entertainment industry professionals

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: The Etymology Nerd publishes culture-focused essays analyzing internet phenomena, media ethics, and algorithmic content trends. The publication features long-form critiques of subcultures and digital dynamics rather…

Likely audience: Media critics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

Not really “about” salad. But salad is the force that through the green fuse drives the flower. Recipes, lots of them—and plenty else besides.

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 35 days ago

From recent posts: The Golden Hour is a culture newsletter by Karen Attiah that publishes personal essays, journalism ethics analysis, and labor arbitration updates, primarily targeting readers interested in media freedom and press…

Likely audience: journalists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

A newsletter that explores the crucial relationship between journalism and American democracy.

Likely audience: media critics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

Every Saturday, receive a fascinating cultural story written in accessible French. Discover the people, places, traditions and everyday life that make France unique while naturally improving your vocabulary…

Likely audience: French language learners

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

Get the facts on the farm crisis, bird flu, COVID, food, great reset, global governance, etc.

Likely audience: investigative journalists

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

A private corner of the internet for beauty, wellness, taste, and the details worth thinking about a little obsessively.

Likely audience: nostalgia enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: New Bands for Old Heads publishes weekly curated playlists, album roundups, and personal essays on music fandom and discovery for listeners seeking curated recommendations over algorithmic feeds. The publication blends…

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Counter-hegemonic musings

Likely audience: legal professionals

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Substacklast post Jun 10, 2026

Home of Essay Camp and The Book Supplement.

Likely audience: Teenagers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: Prisons, Prose & Protest publishes a rotating mix of essays, cultural reviews, and community organizing updates focused on prison abolition, reproductive justice, and antifascism. The newsletter targets activists and…

Likely audience: Social justice advocates

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: ˖ ࣪ ⊹ away with the fairies ⊹ ࣪ ˖ publishes personal essays, film reviews, and curated book lists focusing on self-care, nostalgia, and student life. The publication targets readers interested in positive psychology and…

Likely audience: Individuals seeking self-improvement and mental wellness

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 28 days ago

A weekly dispatch about my life and eating adventures in Tel Aviv.

Likely audience: Jewish community members

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 38 days ago

From recent posts: Sober App Substack publishes monthly roundups of resources and individual interviews with recovery specialists and personal stories from the alcohol-free community. The publication targets individuals seeking support…

Likely audience: Individuals seeking addiction recovery

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SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: The Life and Errors of Molly Young publishes a rotating mix of cultural essays, literary reviews, and personal anecdotes ranging from tattoo culture and pest control to Swiss literature and food writing. The publication…

Likely audience: Book enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: This publication publishes long-form interviews and profiles focused on elite athletes, mental health, and mindfulness, featuring guests such as runner Hellah Sidibe and skier Johannes Klæbo alongside discussions on…

Likely audience: Individuals in addiction recovery

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Contested histories, anthropological investigations, supernatural sleuthing, and consciousness explorations courtesy of New York Times bestselling author Scott Carney

Likely audience: Health and wellness enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

From recent posts: Idle Thoughts publishes a rotating mix of personal essays on addiction recovery, trans healthcare policy, and neurological experiences alongside meta-commentary on newsletter culture and author productivity. The…

Likely audience: mental health advocates

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Substacklast post Jul 16, 2026

From recent posts: This publication features personal essays on diverse subjects including live music, journalism, digital culture, travel, and death. The content is written in a reflective, first-person style and is intended for readers…

Likely audience: middle-aged adults

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Substacklast post Jun 25, 2026

essays on embodiment, erotics & a life in skin.

Likely audience: Travel writers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: Alexander Russo's The Grade publishes weekly newsletters covering education policy, K-12 reform, and journalism ethics, featuring news recaps, interviews with educators and advocates, and critical essays on classroom…

Likely audience: School administrators

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 9 days ago

Reflections on the praxis and theory of abolition, plus opportunities to get involved in solidarity with incarcerated people.

Likely audience: abolitionist activists

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