Social Science Files alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Social Science Files (Archaeology, Sociology and Evolutionary Theory). The closest matches are 8Ball, The Hunt for Tom Clancy and Wonkette's THE SPLIT. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 7, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1
    8Ball24K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 20 days ago

    From recent posts: 8Ball publishes a weekly mix of cultural commentary, tech analysis, and language tracking focused on Silicon Valley, AI, and emerging slang. The publication targets readers interested in the intersection of technology…

    Likely audience: Policy analysts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    Explaining how the world we live in came to be through the work of a dead novelist who was also an Honorary Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London.

    Likely audience: writers and poets

    2 shared topics

  3. 3
    Wonkette's THE SPLIT1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Wonkette's THE SPLIT publishes weekly political analysis, AI economics, and psychological profiles of public figures for a liberal audience. The newsletter mixes hard news on foreign policy and corruption with…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    2 shared topics

  4. 4

    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 29 days ago

    Stay up to date with the latest Purdue news

    Likely audience: Purdue students

    2 shared topics

  5. 5

    LinkedInMonthly or less · last post 19 days ago

    Découvrez la newsletter Data & AI Leaders Summit Paris sur LinkedIn ! Restez informé(e) des dernières tendances TECH

    Likely audience: IT security professionals

    2 shared topics

  6. 6
    Joe's Journal378K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Joe's Journal publishes in-depth interviews, panel transcripts, and opinion essays focused on AI governance, digital policy, and the intersection of technology with human rights. The publication targets readers…

    Likely audience: AI ethics researchers

    1 shared topic

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    Historic Mysteries223K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Historic Mysteries publishes long-form articles on historical figures, archaeological discoveries, and lost species, serving an audience interested in deep dives into history, science, and folklore.

    Likely audience: History enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Mergers And Acquisitions Newsletter™ publishes in-depth articles on M&A strategy, venture capital, and AI infrastructure for business leaders and investors. Content ranges from serious due diligence analysis and deal…

    Likely audience: M&A professionals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    Tu portal de referencia para contenido relacionado con la historia y la arqueología. Aquí, te sumergirás en un fascinante viaje a través del tiempo, explorando los misteriosos orígenes de nuestra civilización y…

    Likely audience: History enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Volts94K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    A newsletter, podcast, & community focused on the technology, politics, and policy of decarbonization. In your inbox once or twice a week.

    Likely audience: Energy policy analysts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Reflexiones de un cuarentón publishes weekly essays on business strategy, organizational leadership, and cultural identity, often blending historical analysis with modern technology trends. The publication targets…

    Likely audience: Entrepreneurs

    1 shared topic

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    Dünya Halleri76K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Dünya Halleri is a weekly Turkish-language newsletter covering global technology news, with a primary focus on artificial intelligence developments, robotics, cybersecurity, and hardware innovations. It targets an…

    Likely audience: Tech enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

    Natural philosophy, belles-lettres, polemics.

    Likely audience: Parents concerned about AI exposure

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    Rekto News72K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Rekto News delivers daily and weekly digests of French business, financial, and technology news for investors and professionals. The publication covers corporate earnings, market trends, and specific industry…

    Likely audience: French business professionals

    1 shared topic

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    MoneyRadar58K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

    Tous les mardis, un tour d’horizon des marchés financiers et des opportunités d’investissement.

    Likely audience: Financial advisors

    1 shared topic

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    MultiVersial47K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: MultiVersial publishes weekly issues combining psychological essays on workplace behavior with financial and tech roundups covering AI infrastructure, semiconductor supply chains, and major corporate earnings. The…

    Likely audience: Startup founders

    1 shared topic

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    Naval45K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jul 3, 2026

    From recent posts: Naval Ravikant's podcast publishes interviews with founders and experts on artificial intelligence, startup ecosystems, and sales strategy. The content focuses on strategic discussions about frontier technologies, LLM…

    Likely audience: Startup founders

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Silverwood Weekly Technology Market Update publishes a weekly list of venture capital financing rounds, private placements, and M&A deals for AI, semiconductor, and software companies. The publication targets investors…

    Likely audience: Startup founders

    1 shared topic

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    default.blog40K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    An emotional scrapbook of the Internet.

    Likely audience: Tech enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Chris Arnade Walks the World publishes a mix of personal health narratives, travelogues across Australia and the US, and essays on computing history and AI. The publication targets readers interested in the author's…

    Likely audience: Tech historians

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    Do hype ao ROI39K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    Uma conversa sobre negócios, tecnologia e inovação. Notícias, insights e experiências aplicadas para quem constrói futuros hoje.

    Likely audience: Startup founders and entrepreneurs

    1 shared topic

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    @jasmine’s substack37K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

    an anthropology of disruption 📍 essays on AI and Silicon Valley culture

    Likely audience: AI policy researchers

    1 shared topic

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    No News, Bad News36K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: No News, Bad News publishes cultural criticism, fashion industry analysis, and personal essays on creativity and identity, often blending interviews with industry commentary. The publication targets readers interested…

    Likely audience: fashion enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Bismarck Brief33K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    Intelligence-grade analysis of key industries, organizations, and live players.

    Likely audience: Investors

    1 shared topic

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