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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

interintellect.com

Likely audience: Academic researchers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The Audacity publishes a rotating mix of literary reviews, personal essays, and cultural roundups for an audience interested in contemporary fiction, mental health, and identity. Content ranges from novel analyses and…

Likely audience: Book club members

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

Know What Matters Before Everyone Else Does

Likely audience: general news readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

The New Statesman’s quick and essential guide to the news and politics of the day.

Likely audience: Healthcare professionals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Embedded publishes media industry gossip, journalism commentary, and personal essays on digital culture, often mixing news roundups with interviews and lifestyle reflections. It targets readers interested in media…

Likely audience: Journalists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Count Binface Lifts The Lid publishes satirical political commentary and pop culture observations, including election coverage, reality TV analysis, and humor about AI and space exploration. The publication targets…

Likely audience: Political observers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Every Shade of Grey publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, cultural critiques, and lifestyle guides covering topics from civil unrest and mental health to home renovation and wellness. The publication targets…

Likely audience: Travelers visiting France

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The Conundrum Cluster publishes a podcast and newsletter series featuring film reviews, video game critiques, and political mailbag episodes. It targets an audience interested in high culture and current events…

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

Przegląd prasy Raportu o stanie świata

Likely audience: International affairs analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: The London Minute is a daily newsletter delivering local news, politics, transport updates, and community events for London residents. It consistently combines hard news with cultural happenings and weather forecasts in…

Likely audience: London residents

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SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: No bine, Cluj! is a Romanian news newsletter covering political developments, local Cluj County events, and broader national stories. Its content mixes political reporting, cultural commentary, automotive and tech…

Likely audience: Romanian general public

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

The best of #econtwitter: paper summaries, public goods, and more

Likely audience: Economics students

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 5, 2026

Likely audience: Intellectuals and writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: Recomandata9 publishes a rotating mix of literary interviews, urban planning reports, cultural event guides, and journalism ethics pieces focused on Romania and Europe. It serves readers interested in women's health…

Likely audience: Journalists and media professionals

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SubstackDaily · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Boy Culture is a culture-focused newsletter that aggregates pop culture headlines and curated link roundups. Its content spans entertainment news, LGBTQ+ representation in media, celebrity gossip, political commentary…

Likely audience: LGBTQ+ community members

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Likely audience: Parents seeking evidence-based advice

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: The Hatchet publishes a mix of political analysis, policy critiques, and cultural commentary. Recent issues cover Quebec sovereigntism and provincial elections, Alberta separatism and political figures, Canadian…

Likely audience: Canadian political observers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: The Caftan Chronicles publishes interview-driven essays on LGBTQ+ culture, music, and design, featuring profiles of artists, designers, and activists. Recurring themes include personal narratives around identity…

Likely audience: LGBTQ+ community members

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

From recent posts: Imperfect Information publishes long-form essays and interviews focused on economics, higher education policy, and the intersection of AI with market forecasting. The publication targets academics and professionals…

Likely audience: Financial analysts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

From recent posts: The Interweave is a quarterly publication featuring deep dives into technology, economics, and philosophy, including interviews with figures like Kevin Rudd and Carter Price. It serves an audience interested in the…

Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Arthur's Substack publishes opinion columns and podcast discussions on Dutch media bias, antisemitism, and the Israel-Palestine conflict. The content mixes personal literary anecdotes with current political analysis…

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

From recent posts: The Unplugged Traveler publishes first-person essays on travel to Eastern Europe, blending cultural observations with geopolitical context. The publication mixes historical reflections on figures like Patton with…

Likely audience: Travel writers

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Substacklast post Jun 14, 2026

From recent posts: The Whole Truth Substack publishes opinion pieces on US politics, trade policy, and media literacy, often critiquing government overreach or political narratives. Content mixes hard-hitting policy analysis with…

Likely audience: Political commentators

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

Economics, finance and public policy.

Likely audience: Policy analysts

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