Brian’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Brian’s Substack (Irish history, British colonialism and Gaelic language revival). The closest matches are in my twenties, Scandalous History and Yun Hai Taiwan Stories. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 7, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About Brian’s Substack

My personal Substack

  • Irish history
  • British colonialism
  • Gaelic language revival
  • Potato famine
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  1. 1
    in my twenties83K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 39 days ago

    on culture, women, and the way we make sense of things

    Likely audience: Muslim women

    1 shared topic

  2. 2
    Scandalous History74K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 5 days ago

    Who says history is boring? Discover the scandals, the gossip, the rebels, and the rule breakers...

    Likely audience: History enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  3. 3
    Yun Hai Taiwan Stories24K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Yun Hai Taiwan Stories publishes a recurring mix of Taiwanese cuisine recipes, cooking show segments, and holiday event promotions. The publication targets food enthusiasts and cultural followers with specific content…

    Likely audience: Taiwanese food enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  4. 4
    Tidings21K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: Tidings publishes essays on creative theory, historical fiction serials, and indie author development resources. The publication mixes academic syllabus design with serialized storytelling and workshop announcements.

    Likely audience: Creative professionals and artists

    1 shared topic

  5. 5

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    Founder @bindlondon Lecturer | London College of Fashion Fashion Historian

    Likely audience: Social justice advocates

    1 shared topic

  6. 6
    BRIFW7K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post Sep 2, 2026

    Cultura e Tecnologia do Brasil para o Mundo.

    Likely audience: Fashion industry professionals

    1 shared topic

  7. 7
    diankillian3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

    Linguistic Archaeology: Human experience--and potential--through the lens of Irish language, place and culture.

    Likely audience: Irish history enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  8. 8

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

    This Arab Life

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  9. 9
    Born Without Borders1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 27 days ago

    Building bridges across divides.

    Likely audience: Indie musicians and poets

    1 shared topic

  10. 10

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: ContrabandCamp publishes opinionated essays, cultural critiques, and historical analyses focused on Black identity, systemic inequality, and media representation. The publication features diverse formats including…

    Likely audience: Social justice advocates

    1 shared topic

  11. 11

    beehiivSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: The Latino Newsletter publishes opinion essays, political analysis on immigration and Puerto Rico, and podcast coverage of Latino culture and sports. It serves an audience interested in current events, demographic…

    Likely audience: Nonprofit supporters

    1 shared topic

  12. 12

    SubstackWeekly · last post today

    From recent posts: This publication covers European politics, migration policy, and social unrest through articles on far-right parties, cultural identity, and recent riots in France. It serves readers interested in conservative think…

    Likely audience: French political analysts

    1 shared topic

  13. 13

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    Likely audience: Film critics

    1 shared topic

  14. 14

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

    exploring faith, ecology, story, and ritual in pursuit of liberation

    Likely audience: Immigration advocates

    1 shared topic

  15. 15

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 39 days ago

    iconoclastic philosophy, men's issues, social & cultural criticism, revisionist history goodreads profile: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19510885.Justin_Barger

    Likely audience: political commentators

    1 shared topic

  16. 16

    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    Stay ahead of the curve with future-ready branding & marketing strategies built for the age of AI & emerging tech.

    Likely audience: Self-help enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  17. 17

    LinkedInSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

    Strategic Editorial Intelligence on Luxury, Art, Design, Culture, and Positioning.

    Likely audience: Art collectors and investors

    1 shared topic

  18. 18

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

    A newsletter and gathering place for storytellers and solutionaries, with reflections on landscape, literature, travel, and food from Kate McCabe of Bog & Thunder.

    Likely audience: Food enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  19. 19

    LinkedInMonthly or less · last post 18 days ago

    Helping Founders move from renting their space to owning their legacy with the Story to Asset Framework

    Likely audience: Pan-African activists

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago

    A writer's writing on technology, and the occasional open letter.

    Likely audience: Swiss citizens interested in politics

    1 shared topic

  21. 21

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago

    Likely audience: Expatriates and immigrants

    1 shared topic

  22. 22

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 44 days ago

    Ideas on digital culture, immersive art, speculative worlds, and the changing aesthetics of contemporary life.

    Likely audience: Cultural critics

    1 shared topic

  23. 23

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 26, 2026

    What remains after change, and what becomes possible through it.

    Likely audience: Cultural enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  24. 24

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 22 days ago

    Delving deep into history, philosophy, and life in the Kali Yuga.

    Likely audience: Political theorists

    1 shared topic

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