Substacks recommended by Rachelle Chase

Recommended by Rachelle Chase

Black Iowa News is an independent news platform designed to highlight Black perspectives, showcase the Black community and amplify the voices of Black Iowans — online and in print.

Black Iowa News is THE source for news that impacts Black Iowans.

- Rachelle Chase

Julie Gammack and Guests

If Iowa had a group chat, this would be it. Hosted by Julie Gammack, this Substack blends independent journalism, lively opinion, and unexpected voices from across the state. Think potluck, but with more insight and fewer Crock-Pots.

Things We Don't Talk About Like Politics & Religion

By Daniel Henderson

I like to write about current affairs in politics and religion and how they affect our lives. It can be controversial, but always enjoyable, and sometimes humorous. Join me!

The Asian Iowan

By Jane Nguyen

Born in Saigon, Vietnam. Nearly lifelong Iowan writing about people, places, and things.

Deep Midwest: Politics and Culture

By Robert Leonard

The politics and culture of Iowa, the Midwest, and beyond.

Randy Woodley

Mixed Indigenous writer of books, screenplays, and articles. I explore spirituality, theology, Indigeneity, justice, race, and farming. Recovering PhD, Distinguished Professor Emeritus. Speaking and living into healing our world.

Iowa Writers Collaborative Roundup

By Julie Gammack

Linking readers and professional writers who care about Iowa.

I'm proud to be one of 50+ writers in the Iowa Writers Collaborative. It's a talented group of writers, covering a myriad of subjects. Subscribe to the Iowa Writers Collaborative Roundup to get a weekly newsletter highlighting the new stories we've written.

- Rachelle Chase

The Snarky Editor

By Leigh Michaels

Leigh Michaels -- author of sassy and sophisticated Regency romance, writing coach, and teacher -- shares the observations of the Snarky Editor on the errors in published books.

My writing career began in 2000 when I took a romance writing class from Leigh Michaels (multiple times). Nine published (and two in-progress) books and novellas later, she still reads and gives me feedback on my work—and I still learn from her. Thus, I highly recommend The Snarky Editor.

- Rachelle Chase

Iowa politics with Laura Belin

Where you get in-depth coverage and exclusive reporting about Iowa politics

Laura Belin’s in-depth coverage is a must-read for anyone who wants to stay on top of what’s going on in Iowa Politics.

- Rachelle Chase

At the Iowa Farm Table Podcast

By Beth Hoffman

The At the Iowa Farm Table Podcast takes a deep dive into food and farming in Iowa. Brought to you by the Iowa Food System Coalition.

Not only does Beth Hoffman create a quality podcast, she teaches me things about farming that I never knew, both by her extensive research and by the stories her guests share on the challenges and successes in farming. Where appropriate, she also offers a call-to-action and solutions. I highly recommend this podcast.

- Rachelle Chase

In the Dirt by Beth Hoffman

Learn more about the economics of farming, the dirt on the politics of agriculture and tales from our ranch, Whippoorwill Creek Farm.

I love the fresh eggs and vegetables from Whippoorwill Creek Farm, along with the classes offered in their beautiful new barn. I also learn a lot about farming and agriculture from the stories on In the Dirt, plus from Beth Hoffman's book, "Bet the Farm."

- Rachelle Chase

Ty's Take

By Ty Rushing

My personal Substack

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