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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

Honest media criticism from a complete arsehole.

Likely audience: Journalists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Red Hot Royal Reveals! publishes critical analyses of the British Monarchy, focusing on media ethics, royal scandals, and the public relations strategies of the House of Windsor. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: Media critics

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Joxley Writes publishes a rotating mix of investigative reports on animal attacks and media ethics, reflective essays on higher education and mature students, and political analysis of UK scandals and corruption. The…

Likely audience: general public

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

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

Likely audience: Media consumers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Popbitch is a UK-based gossip newsletter covering celebrity news, political scandals, and cultural trivia across entertainment, sports, and fashion. It publishes a weekly mix of short articles, interviews, and product…

Likely audience: Football fans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: The Saturday Read curates weekly selections from The New Statesman covering UK politics, climate science, and cultural commentary. It serves readers seeking weekend reading lists that blend hard news on energy policy…

Likely audience: General news consumers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

Tireless resistance to autocracy. Never out of the fight.

Likely audience: Political analysts

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beehiivSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

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

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

Thought-provoking insights, expert analysis, and informed commentary adding light not heat to the issues defining UK and international politics.

Likely audience: UK political readers

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SubstackDaily · last post 8 days ago

The real stories and opinions the MSM are censoring with... No Spin, No Bias and No Censorship. Let's go!

Likely audience: UK political observers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Original work, including holding media outlets and the powerful to account, observations on the big issues of the day, article versions of my video content - all with a relentless focus on exposing injustice.

Likely audience: Political commentators

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

A newsletter dedicated to revealing how dark money and hidden influence threaten our democracy

Likely audience: investigative journalism readers

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SubstackDaily · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: The Royalist publishes news and analysis focused on the British royal family, covering topics such as business performance, public relations, and family dynamics. The publication mixes hard news reporting with opinion…

Likely audience: UK news readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Zeteo UK publishes in-depth political analysis and investigative reporting on UK domestic and international issues, including scandals, human rights concerns, and geopolitical conflicts. The publication features…

Likely audience: news readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Doc Voices publishes weekly interviews with documentary filmmakers and industry professionals covering topics like mentorship, representation, and production challenges. The publication targets audiences interested in…

Likely audience: Documentary filmmakers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: The Lead publishes in-depth political analysis and policy examinations covering UK domestic issues such as social care reform, defence spending, and the water industry, alongside international topics like EU re-entry…

Likely audience: UK political analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: London Centric publishes a weekly news roundup covering London-specific investigations, political developments, and local crime stories. The publication targets readers interested in urban affairs with a focus on…

Likely audience: London residents

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SubstackDaily · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Front Page Detectives publishes weekly true crime and criminal justice deep dives, including detailed investigations into high-profile murders, organized crime operations, and controversial legal proceedings. The…

Likely audience: True crime enthusiasts

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Substacklast post Jul 1, 2026

From recent posts: Mattias Desmet publishes a Substack featuring essays on geopolitics, media skepticism, and social critique, including analyses of criminal justice failures, conspiracy theories, and the limits of modern education. The…

Likely audience: Policy makers and government officials

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Call To Action is a health and politics newsletter that publishes personal essays and reported pieces on the UK healthcare system. Its coverage spans NHS consultant strikes and pay disputes, maternity care failures…

Likely audience: NHS staff

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Substacklast post Jun 2, 2026

From recent posts: Leah's Substack publishes investigative articles and personal essays on political accountability, specifically focusing on Scientology's internal operations and influence in California politics, alongside occasional…

Likely audience: Human rights advocates

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SubstackDaily · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Byline Times publishes investigative journalism covering UK politics, international conflicts, and social justice issues through articles, podcasts, and legal reports. The publication targets readers interested in…

Likely audience: policy makers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

The UK's second most reliable news source after Gbeebies. Parody/satire x

Likely audience: UK political observers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Ngo Comment publishes investigative journalism and news commentary from author Andy Ngo, covering topics ranging from cults and far-left extremism to Silicon Valley culture and international human rights issues. The…

Likely audience: True crime readers

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