the last of the bugs alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as the last of the bugs (Film analysis, dystopian literature and social justice). The closest matches are AG’s Substack, Civil Discourse with Joyce Vance and Raw America. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 8, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About the last of the bugs

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  1. 1
    AG’s Substack1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    Likely audience: Education policy researchers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    Worried about the state of the republic? Get the legal knowledge & analysis you need to be an advocate for democracy, along with a dose of savvy optimism.

    Likely audience: Political observers

    1 shared topic

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    Raw America279K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    The fastest-growing people powered news network in America. Investigative journalism, analysis and Capitol Hill reporting.

    Likely audience: Voters

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 7 days ago

    A monthly Saturday morning companion, with heads-up on new episodes, special offerings, event invitations, recommendations, and reflections from Krista all year round.

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Lucas’s Substack267K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 42 days ago

    From recent posts: Lucas Kunce's Substack publishes a mix of personal essays on suburban life, state politics, and immigration stories alongside election analysis. The content targets readers interested in Missouri-specific political…

    Likely audience: parents of young children

    1 shared topic

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    The Science of Being 193K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 9 days ago

    exploring the intersection of science, philosophy, psychology, and art within the human experience

    Likely audience: Psychology enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    all the cool girls read186K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    Hi Girl, my name is Julie and I yap a lot about Literature and media

    Likely audience: film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    Tireless resistance to autocracy. Never out of the fight.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Poetry Unbound133K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    Open your world with poetry

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    Ann Telnaes- Artist, visual storyteller, creator of "Open Windows"

    Likely audience: political commentators

    1 shared topic

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    Status100K+ subscribers

    beehiivSeveral times a week · last post today

    From recent posts: Status publishes in-depth reporting on media ethics, corporate governance, and ownership conflicts within CBS News, CNN, and Condé Nast. The publication covers specific industry events such as editorial battles, factual…

    Likely audience: Media industry professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Good Food Jobs84K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    Satisfying the hunger for meaningful work since 2010, GFJ is more than a job board: we are a community, and a bridge toward futures full of possibility. Our weekly newsletter feeds the soul, connecting you to inspiring…

    Likely audience: Social justice advocates

    1 shared topic

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    Krystal Kyle & Friends79K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    Krystal Ball and Kyle Kulinski dive into politics, philosophy and random BS with people they like. Krystal is co-host of Breaking Points. Kyle is host of Secular Talk on YouTube.

    Likely audience: political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Freddie deBoer70K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Freddie deBoer publishes a bimonthly newsletter featuring essays on media ethics, progressive politics, and American economic history alongside subscriber-written content from a community of approximately 70,000…

    Likely audience: Media critics

    1 shared topic

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    Counterpoint66K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    The world according to progressive, Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonists.

    Likely audience: political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    I share short "hidden history" lessons about Black, Native, Asian, and Latino American History. Subscribe if you want to know the truth about this country.

    Likely audience: History enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Decolonize Myself61K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 38 days ago

    Cree/2Spirit/Treaty 4. First Nations personal journey. Personal blog. Education. Exploring colonization, decolonization, healing, & culture. NOT JUST ABOUT DECOLONIZATION!

    Likely audience: People interested in decolonization

    1 shared topic

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    to things that matter60K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 35 days ago

    𝖙𝖆𝖚𝖌𝖍𝖙𝖘 𝖙𝖍𝖆𝖙 𝖙𝖆𝖚𝖌𝖍𝖙

    Likely audience: Individuals experiencing emotional overwhelm

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackDaily · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: Archivo Digital Femenino publishes culture-focused essays addressing social inequality, disability, gender dynamics, and mental health. The publication mixes personal narratives with sociological analysis, featuring…

    Likely audience: women

    1 shared topic

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    bad cattitude54K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    come for the cat. stay for the toxoplasmosis.

    Likely audience: conservative commentators

    1 shared topic

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    March For Our Lives51K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 days ago

    Led by youth. Built for change. Working to end gun violence.

    Likely audience: Parents concerned about school safety

    1 shared topic

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    Dr Stacey Patton50K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Dr. Stacey Patton publishes a culture-focused newsletter featuring satirical sermons, historical analyses of racial violence, and critiques of media representation. The content mixes political commentary, food…

    Likely audience: activists

    1 shared topic

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    FIERCE by mitú43K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: FIERCE by mitú publishes opinion pieces, cultural analysis, and data-driven reports focused on Latina experiences in health, finance, and media. It targets Latinas and allies seeking specific coverage of systemic issues…

    Likely audience: Latina community leaders

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication covers Robert P. Jones's book tour, political analysis on Christian nationalism, and interviews regarding evangelical voters and democracy.

    Likely audience: Social justice advocates

    1 shared topic

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