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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

Baratunde Thurston unfiltered. Telling it like it is and the way it should be on politics and pop culture, with jokes and occasional drinks.

Likely audience: Social justice advocates

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Noahpinion publishes opinionated essays on US politics, macroeconomics, and AI infrastructure trends for a politically engaged audience. The publication mixes analytical articles on election outcomes and economic theory…

Likely audience: Economists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

Patriotic Viral News was created to bring you the latest conservative news stories and viral videos from around the web. Our videos will inspire, provoke thought, and sometimes even shock you. We encourage you to share…

Likely audience: journalists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

A political, cultural, and intellectual playground for the rest of us with writer Wajahat Ali

Likely audience: Political commentators

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Substacklast post Jul 11, 2026

From recent posts: Freethink Media publishes quarterly and monthly print magazines covering philosophy, energy infrastructure, evolutionary biology, and corporate strategy through essays, interviews, and data-driven articles. The…

Likely audience: parents

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago

Straight talk from a former Democratic Congressman from a Trump district in South Carolina.

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Hallelujah Anyway publishes a mix of personal essays on caregiving and family resilience alongside political commentary on US midterm elections, labor rights, and anti-war activism. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: Political activists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

What's happening at Baby's this week?

Likely audience: Music fans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

A celebration of poetry and historical interest pieces

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 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

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

We're on a mission to recruit, train, and support Black candidates so we can build Black political power and create a government that truly represents the people it serves.

Likely audience: Political activists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Night Club 101 publishes weekly event guides, curated playlists, and occasional staffing listings for the 101 Lounge in New York City. It serves the local music scene by covering live shows, DJ sets, readings, and film…

Likely audience: Event planners

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

Politics, history, travel, pop culture.

Likely audience: Conspiracy theory enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 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

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

FRONT PAGE OF THE CENTER-LEFT home of The Long View w/ Ruy Teixeira & Michael Baharaeen + the Welcome team's analysis from the frontlines of democracy

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 11, 2026

Political and policy analysis from the vital center.

Likely audience: Political analysts

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Substacklast post Jul 1, 2026

From recent posts: The Ledger Report publishes conservative Christian essays on American history, theology, and politics alongside holiday greetings and drug skepticism. It is a publication for readers seeking religiously framed political…

Likely audience: Political activists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 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

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Nerdy literature newsletter. Helping you make the most of your reading.

Likely audience: Cultural critics

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

A national project to debrief the American experiment at 250 years. In Pursuit is a non-partisan, not-for-profit initiative of More Perfect.

Likely audience: History enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: Well-Tempered Zealot publishes announcements for Dirty Projectors events, including festivals, album releases, and live performances. It targets music fans interested in indie, classical, and camping music experiences.

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Word on the Street publishes in-depth political analysis and policy critiques focused on the Israel-Palestine conflict, US politics, and Israeli governance. The publication targets readers interested in current events…

Likely audience: Jewish Americans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: This publication delivers weekly updates on Spotify's platform evolution, covering music streaming, podcast partnerships, audiobook expansion, and AI integration. It serves industry professionals and enthusiasts…

Likely audience: Music industry professionals

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Reframing America publishes strategic articles on political messaging, debate tactics, and election strategy for campaign operatives and strategists. The publication focuses on cognitive linguistics and voter psychology…

Likely audience: Campaign managers

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