The Pickaxe alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as The Pickaxe (financial commentary, precious metals and tech oligopoly). The closest matches are The Honest Broker, Daily Headlines and Kyla’s Newsletter. 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

About The Pickaxe

Art. Film. Music. Finance. from anarchists. Governed under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (CDA) Editorial Separate from Sponsors. Content aggregator from various arts magazines.

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  1. 1
    The Honest Broker299K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    A trustworthy guide to music, books, arts, media & culture by Ted Gioia

    Likely audience: Music industry professionals

    1 shared topic

  2. 2
    Daily Headlines211K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Daily Headlines is a weekly news briefing covering U.S. domestic and international events, including federal budget deficits, Supreme Court rulings, and financial market shifts. The publication aggregates hard news…

    Likely audience: General news consumers

    1 shared topic

  3. 3
    Kyla’s Newsletter169K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    human-centric economic analysis to help all of us understand the world better

    Likely audience: Economic analysts

    1 shared topic

  4. 4
    Starship Casual149K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    Jeff Tweedy shares songs, advice, general musings, and whatnot...

    Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  5. 5
    FactsHQ134K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: FactsHQ publishes a weekly digest of breaking news and current events, with a heavy focus on US politics, the Trump administration, and international relations. The newsletter mixes hard news reporting on topics like…

    Likely audience: US political observers

    1 shared topic

  6. 6
    Platypus Economics115K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Platypus Economics publishes weekly essays and interviews analyzing U.S. economic data, monetary policy, and international trade. The publication targets readers interested in labor markets, inflation, and the…

    Likely audience: economists

    1 shared topic

  7. 7
    The Finance Newsletter113K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 13 days ago

    Trusted by 100,000+ for analysis on investing, the economy, geopolitics, and finance news. Weekly market insights, deep dives, investment research, and financial education from a professional who worked in finance for…

    Likely audience: Financial analysts

    1 shared topic

  8. 8
    Whales Investing102K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Insights, analysis, and personal experience from the world of investing

    Likely audience: Investors

    1 shared topic

  9. 9

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    We are a leading provider of investment management solutions specializing in ETFs, managed hedge funds, and providing consulting services for other investment firms.

    Likely audience: income investors

    1 shared topic

  10. 10
    CT Capitol Dispatch61K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: CT Capitol Dispatch is a news publication covering Connecticut state policy and regional issues. Recent issues report on rising heating oil and fuel prices tied to geopolitical disruptions and federal policy, state…

    Likely audience: Connecticut residents

    1 shared topic

  11. 11
    The Overshoot54K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

    Making sense of the global economy and financial markets

    Likely audience: Economic analysts

    1 shared topic

  12. 12
    Simply Put by Ed Elson53K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    A newsletter about business and tech, from the host of Prof G Markets. Out every Tuesday.

    Likely audience: investors

    1 shared topic

  13. 13
    The Spotlight 45K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

    From recent posts: The Spotlight is a Daily Mail celebrity gossip newsletter that aggregates entertainment news, reality TV drama, and celebrity controversies in a single roundup. It covers topics ranging from Strictly Come Dancing and…

    Likely audience: Celebrity gossip readers

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    Graham’s Newsletter42K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    Find great deals, stay on top of the market, and build wealth the healthy way

    Likely audience: Individual investors

    1 shared topic

  15. 15

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: The Dangerous Ones Network publishes US politics newsletters covering midterms, inflation, and election integrity alongside privacy concerns about surveillance technology. The publication mixes political analysis with…

    Likely audience: Political observers

    1 shared topic

  16. 16

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 20 days ago

    The most interesting places at the most interesting times

    Likely audience: Substack readers

    1 shared topic

  17. 17

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: The Bubble Bubble Report publishes weekly and midweek market updates and analysis focused on precious metals, inflation data, and Federal Reserve policy. It serves investors seeking technical indicators, historical…

    Likely audience: precious metals traders

    1 shared topic

  18. 18
    Profstonge Weekly24K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Profstonge Weekly publishes weekly articles on macroeconomic trends, political shifts, and financial market analysis for a general audience interested in current events. The publication covers diverse topics including…

    Likely audience: investors

    1 shared topic

  19. 19

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: MacleodFinance Substack publishes weekly financial analysis and geopolitical commentary on topics including precious metals, sovereign debt, GDP methodology, and energy policy. The publication mixes data-driven market…

    Likely audience: Economic analysts

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: I Think We're Alone Now publishes a mix of music industry interviews, personal memoirs, and film recommendations featuring Tegan and Sara, John Congleton, and other artists. The publication targets fans and followers of…

    Likely audience: Tegan and Sara fans

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    John Rubino's Substack23K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    Survive and Thrive in the Coming Crisis

    Likely audience: Investors

    1 shared topic

  22. 22
    Bankable!23K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago

    From recent posts: Bankable! publishes practical guides on personal branding, freelancer finance, and B2B sales strategies for French creators and business owners. The publication mixes in-depth articles on negotiation tactics, tax…

    Likely audience: entrepreneurs

    1 shared topic

  23. 23

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

    From recent posts: Letters from Los Campesinos! publishes a mix of tour logistics, financial breakdowns, and merchandise archives for the band and its industry. The publication targets fans and music industry professionals with specific…

    Likely audience: Music industry professionals

    1 shared topic

  24. 24
    Steve Eisman22K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Steve Eisman publishes a business newsletter mixing market wraps, interviews, and investigative essays on energy, interest rates, AI infrastructure, and financial regulation. It targets investors and finance…

    Likely audience: Financial analysts

    1 shared topic

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