Jansplaining alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Jansplaining (Book reviewing, Literary criticism and Journalism ethics). The closest matches are W. Kamau Bell asks, "Who's With Me?", After Dinner Conversation® - Philosophy | Ethics Short Story and Best Books & Audiobooks. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
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- Literary criticism
- Journalism ethics
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- 1W. Kamau Bell asks, "Who's With Me?"142K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
Come hang out with a pop-culture-obsessed, antiracist, lefty, OG Blerd who lives in Oakland, CA.
Likely audience: parents
1 shared topic
- 2After Dinner Conversation® - Philosophy | Ethics Short Story91K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
Award-winning short story fiction literary magazine designed to spark real discussion in classrooms, book clubs, and around the dinner table.
Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 3Best Books & Audiobooks63K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
We dive into the latest releases, hidden gems, and timeless classics, offering reviews, recommendations, and insider tips for a rich listening experience. Subscribe for your next great listen!
Likely audience: Parents seeking practical advice
1 shared topic
- 4The Golden Hour by Karen Attiah56K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 40 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
1 shared topic
- 5American Crisis54K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago
A newsletter that explores the crucial relationship between journalism and American democracy.
Likely audience: media critics
1 shared topic
- 6Tlonletter53K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Tlonletter is an Italian culture newsletter that publishes essays on psychology, literature, and AI alongside podcast episodes and book club events. It serves readers interested in deep cultural analysis, literary…
Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 7personal canon39K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 22 days ago
finding meaning in life through literature, art, design, and culture ✦✧ through weekly posts and enthusiastic conversations
Likely audience: Art critics and historians
1 shared topic
- 8Ron Charles37K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago
I write about books, authors, and literary culture. Formerly a book critic at The Washington Post.
Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 9Big Think Books35K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago
A dedicated space for exploring the books and ideas that shape our world.
Likely audience: educators
1 shared topic
- 10The Common Reader34K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago
Nerdy literature newsletter. Helping you make the most of your reading.
Likely audience: Literary critics
1 shared topic
- 11Coffuelled 32K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago
From recent posts: Coffuelled is a Spanish-language publication dedicated to personal essays on creative writing, mental health, and self-improvement. It features reflective articles on topics such as spiritual healing, writing workshops…
Likely audience: creatives
1 shared topic
- 12The Power of Storytelling’s Substack31K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago
The Power of Storytelling is a conference built on the idea that well-crafted stories can bridge divides, heal wounds, inspire action and create change. Since 2011, it has brought to Bucharest more than 80 storytellers…
Likely audience: journalists and editors
1 shared topic
- 13Global Inequality and More 3.027K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago
From recent posts: This publication publishes essays on history, economics, and geopolitics, including memoirs, book reviews, and analyses of AI's impact on labor and capital. It targets readers interested in the intersection of political…
Likely audience: History enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 14The Metropolitan Review26K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
From recent posts: The Metropolitan Review publishes literary criticism, book reviews, and narrative fiction covering diverse topics from rural farming life to French philosophy and Korean cinema. The publication serves a general audience…
Likely audience: Literary critics
1 shared topic
- 15The Elif Life25K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago
Dispatches from the author of The Idiot
Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 16CHRISTIAN LORENTZEN'S DIARY24K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 22, 2026
From recent posts: Christian Lorentzen's Diary publishes film analysis, literary criticism, and cultural commentary podcasts covering topics like Michael Mann, Norman Mailer, and Diane Keaton. The publication mixes written essays with…
Likely audience: Podcast listeners
1 shared topic
- 17Out of It22K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago
Notes from outside the consternation machine
Likely audience: Animal lovers
1 shared topic
- 18Michael Tracey21K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
Counter-hegemonic musings
Likely audience: journalists
1 shared topic
- 19Prufrock20K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Prufrock publishes weekly literary reviews, book analyses, and cultural commentary featuring topics such as poetry, literary criticism, AI ethics, and independent publishing. The audience consists of readers interested…
Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 20Queria ser grande, mas desisti17K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Queria ser grande, mas desisti publishes personal essays on literary criticism, reading habits, and cultural commentary. The publication features short-form reviews of fiction and nonfiction alongside curated lists of…
Likely audience: Literary enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 21Tell Me How This Ends15K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
From recent posts: Tell Me How This Ends publishes political commentary, media criticism, and personal essays on outdoor experiences. It targets readers interested in American politics, journalism ethics, and nature writing.
Likely audience: Political analysts
1 shared topic
- 22The Priory15K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
From recent posts: The Priory publishes essays on 18th-century literature, lexicography, and cultural commentary, including serialized readings of Frances Burney's Evelina and analyses of Samuel Johnson's works. It also features political…
Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 23Mockingbird | On Substack13K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago
From recent posts: Mockingbird publishes cultural essays, book reviews, and media criticism covering topics like religion, psychology, food philosophy, and television history. The publication targets an adult audience interested in…
Likely audience: Literary critics
1 shared topic
- 24Pens and Poison13K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago
Pens and Poison is the literary project of author Liza Libes. Enter a world of literary analyses, cultural critiques, and other hot takes.
Likely audience: Literary critics
1 shared topic
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