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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 19 days ago

thoughtful essays on food and love and being a freak.

Likely audience: writers and poets

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

✱ For those who seek wisdom.

Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

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

Likely audience: philosophy students

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SubstackWeekly · last post today

Quiet Wisdom offers gentle reflections and insights to help you find peace and clarity in every moment.

Likely audience: Individuals reflecting on past relationships

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

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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Substacklast post Jul 8, 2026

From recent posts: Sather's Substack publishes weekly essays on conspiracy theories, UFO disclosures, and political investigations targeting the Trump Administration and deep state narratives. The content mixes hard news reporting on…

Likely audience: Conspiracy theorists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

From recent posts: Exposing The Darkness is a conspiracy-focused newsletter that publishes interviews and investigative-style essays examining pandemic protocols, vaccine safety, and alleged government overreach. Recent issues feature Dr…

Likely audience: Public health advocates

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 14, 2026

writing toward aliveness

Likely audience: Content creators

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Fall of the Cabal - Cyntha Koeter publishes conspiracy theory articles, political disinformation, and promotional content for a documentary series, targeting readers interested in global governance skepticism and…

Likely audience: Conspiracy theory enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 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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Substacklast post Jul 4, 2026

The Spiritual Psychiatrist by Dr. Samuel B. Lee, MD explores the bridge between science, spirit, and mental health. A psychiatrist and author, Dr. Lee shares insights on healing, consciousness, and human potential to…

Likely audience: Spiritual seekers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 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

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 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

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 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

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 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

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 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

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

The place for stories, current topics, lists of stuff I love and an overall good vibe.

Likely audience: Reality TV fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 25 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

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: This Hungarian-language newsletter covers media analysis, political commentary, and historical conspiracy theories. Recent issues examine the social impact of conspiracy theories post-Covid, analyze the French…

Likely audience: politikai elemzők

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: Miri’s Massive Missives is a UK-focused culture publication that publishes opinion essays, film analysis, and audio critiques on topics ranging from family structure and conspiracy theories to education policy and…

Likely audience: political commentators

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Substacklast 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

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago

Trauma informed, mental health coach leading people to wholeness, authenticity, healing and joy through content creation and community building. I invite you to explore the possibility of what life can be when we…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 26, 2026

prose from the mouth of a sacrificial lamb

Likely audience: Creative writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

Examining life through a mixed lens of progressive Christianity, psychology, and spirituality.

Likely audience: philosophy enthusiasts

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