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Recommended by Sally Prag

Reader-funded publication by anti-disciplinary Australian writer Joshua Dabelstein. Combining published and un-published political & cultural analysis, reviews, and philosophical meanderings for normal people.

Mission Brief (Official IDF Substack)

By LTC Nadav Shoshani @ Israel Defense Forces

Field notes from the International Spokesperson of the Israel Defense Forces.

The Liberal Jew

By Jill

I write about Jews, higher education, and the messiness of American culture through my millennial lens.

The exceptional Jill, occasional writer for the JPF, bleeds passion. A figher against the rising tide of antisemitism.

- Sally Prag

Made From What's Not Real

By David Perlmutter

The writings and musings of Canadian historian and speculative fiction writer David Perlmutter

There's a level of detail that goes beyond fandom with Dave's work. If you have the spare cash, you won't be disappointed in his fiction and superb knowledge of pop culture.

- Sally Prag

The Noösphere

By Katie Jagielnicka

Weekly musings on humans and the big rock we live on through a social sciences lens.

Powerful writing. If the world listened more to Katie Jgin we wouldn't be in such a mess.

- Sally Prag

Future of Jewish

By Joshua Hoffman

Future of Jewish is the ultimate newsletter about Judaism and Israel. Subscribe to better understand and become smarter about the Jewish world.

Full of valuable insight across the Jewish diaspora. Your one-stop Jewish voice.

- Sally Prag

Notes from the Edge

By John Matthews

John Matthews. Half-Jewish, half-Irish author of 24 books and journalist. International issues, with a strong focus on Israel-Palestine plus some books. I live in London with my family.

WeissWord

By Yaniv Weissman

Analyst & Writer specializing in the intersection of global forces. Analyzing energy markets, geopolitics, and emerging technologies. Providing unique insights in English & Hebrew.

MEMEFORUM

By Kathryn Winn

The first place on the internet dedicated to meaningful criticism of current memes.

Mean girl strikes down the memes! What's not to love?

- Sally Prag

Jimmy Doom's Roulette Weal

Substack's biggest and brightest circus of single author short fiction from two-time Best of Detroit Best Author Nominee Jimmy Doom-- "One of this century's master storytellers"

I first read Jimmy's fiction on Medium. Hugely entertaining. And then it never stopped. The creativity, the ability to continue to publish EVERY SINGLE DAY, a new story is unbelievable. And these aren't trashy haiku's or two line poetry. These are substantial essays on life. Doom is a marvel of ingenuity. If only everyone was so blessed (with talent like his), to enjoy a new story every day.

- Sally Prag

Joe's Journal

By Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Writing and RECording what’s on my mind, regularly: media, technology, creativity, the end of civilization as we know it, credible reasons for optimism, etc.. 🔴

Jewish TV Club

Conversations about Jewish TV, brought to you by the culture-obsessed editors of Kveller and Hey Alma.

Love this! Great information on Jewish actors/productions in the world.

- Sally Prag

Rocking the Suburbs

By Rocking the suburbs

Rocking the suburbs and talking truth.

Love Kelli's point of view. Every story written with passion and empathy.

- Sally Prag

The Celtic Chameleon

Lost in three continents. Just open your veins and write.

Hard hitting, straight talking, no nonsense commentary. CC promises a wild ride that will enflame your imagination and have you punching the air in true 80s fashion.

- Sally Prag

Lee Kern Substack

Oscar nominated writer is going to make ALL your dreams come true.

FOCUS! A Reader In Animation History, Theory, and Practice

By David Perlmutter

An occasional series of essays on the art and commerce of animation.

Superb short stories. Great writing and more imortnatly, a jolly decent fellow.

- Sally Prag

Heidi’s Bachram’s Substack

By Heidi Bachram

My British Israeli husband Adam Ma’anit’s relatives were murdered and kidnapped on October 7 by Hamas terrorists. I fight antisemitism and extremism. For them. For the community.

Standing Strong and Steadfast

By Sally Prag

Dedicated to Jewish resilience and seeking truth in amongst the noise.

Blacklisted

By Eve Barlow

The dangerous things I think out loud

Stunning. Emotive. More passion than a Maradonna Hand of God Goal celebration.

- Sally Prag

ForeignLocal

Too many things internationally and locally aren't what you've been told. It's time to wake up. Support ForeignLocal by becoming a paid subscriber, if possible, and recommend ForeignLocal to all your contacts.

Al is a firm supporter of the Zionist cause.

- Sally Prag

Break Free Media

By Karen Hunt

My essays explore the big picture through a personal lens, offering insight into this dystopian era.

Powerful. Karen always gets to the heart of the matter.

- Sally Prag

Shalom Auslander's Fetal Position

"Just to spite the world, don’t cry! Just to spite the world, only laugh, only laugh!" - Sholom Aleichem. Amen, Brother.

Off-key. A little odd. But always entertaining.

- Sally Prag

An Unimportant Woman🎗️

By EKB🎗️

Don't put off the important things. Stand up for your beliefs. Do what is right and honest. Have patience. Have self-respect. Be kind. And above all BE BRAVE. My name is Elise and I am Jewish.

The Dillon Empire: Simon Dillon on Substack

By Simon Dillon

Film Reviews, Short Stories, Essays on Cinema History, and more.

Film reviews and so much more. An in-depth take that goes beyond the usual tropes of "I like this film" blah blah spiel of mundane platitudes.

- Sally Prag

GAM V'GAM

By Z.E. Silver

“Truth on earth is not, nor can it aspire to be, the whole truth. It is limited, not comprehensive; particular, not universal.” - Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, The Dignity of Difference

Mike’s Substack

By Mike Knittel

My personal Substack

Obtuse. Slightly weird. Never not entertaining.

- Sally Prag

Jewdicious

A tribe of 18 scribes breaking down life's complexities through a Jewish lens. Our writing is inspired by the concept of Tikkun Olam: Doing our part to repair the world!

Rationalist Judaism

By Natan Slifkin

Exploring the legacy of the rationalist rabbinic tradition, and various other notes on Judaism, science and society, by Rabbi Dr. Natan Slifkin. The views are those of the author alone.

Thought provoking words of wisdom that take a deep-dive behind the roots of Judaism. A must-read every week!

- Sally Prag

The Rubesletter by Matt Ruby 💎

By Matt Ruby

Topics: Comedy, tech, art, mindfulness, etc. 🧘 Influences: George Carlin, Leonard Cohen, Fran Lebowitz, Alan Watts 🧠 Work: Comedian/writer ✍️ Politics: Anti-crazy 📚 Gen: X 🤘 Approval Matrix: highbrow despicable 🕵 Milk: Almond orig unsweetened 🥛

Funny guy. Funny observations. Odd facts. I like Matt. Maybe one day he'll recommend a cheese and we'll gossip until a rather attractive Devonshire cow comes home.

- Sally Prag

Lazer Focused

By Mallory M

Are we having fun yet?

On Repeat Records

By Kevin

Ditch the algorithm. Music discovery made easy—curated by someone who remembers when a mixtape could change your life.

Love this. Love Kev's enthusiasm for music and his weekly playlist are always full of surprises. What's more, the community and chat generated is a pure delight. One for music lovers everywhere.

- Sally Prag

Security n Cigars

By Eric

Security, military, firearms, politics, culture, cigars, bbq, cooking, alcohol, travel, life in general.

Fun times requires a fun read!

- Sally Prag

The Liat Show

By Liat Portal

A Story Unfolding Across Timelines

✿ shit you should care about ✿

By ✿shit you should care about✿

just trying to help make it make sense

I literally get all my news from here. Thoughts tumble out in a cascade of invention and charm. This is funny shit and the only NZ news channel you need to follow.

- Sally Prag

The American Bystander's Viral Load

By Michael Gerber

Funny writing from The American Bystander, "the world's best print humor magazine."

A fun read. Humorous and insightful. Love it!

- Sally Prag

As a Jew...

By Dena Tauber

Israel, Zionism, and being Jewish in a post-October 7 world.

Positively brimming with Zionist vitality!

- Sally Prag

Max's Newsletter

By Max K

Political essays and analysis from a room full of elephants

In depth coverage of UK politics, Pro-Israel, fighting antisemitism - what's not to love?

- Sally Prag

Freedom to Offend

By Freedom To Offend

"The only freedom that counts is the freedom to disagree." Christopher Hitchens

Maccabee Nation

By Jason Crystal

Maccabee Nation is an unapologetically Zionist community newsletter for diaspora Jews, Israelis, and our allies. We strive to secure a brighter future for each other and the next generation of young Jewish men and women by uniting and fighting back!

Great stories. Top interviews. A united Jewish voice. What's not to love?

- Sally Prag

Cheryl’s Substack

By Chaya’s Clan

My personal Substack

Andrew Fox

I write about global conflict, domestic extremism and the fight against antisemitism. As a former British paratrooper, I'm one of few academic researchers in the world who go to the places they write about. Join 13,000+ readers to get the ground truth.

An insider's guide to the mechanisms of Israeli gvernment. Fascinating and informed look at the military. I learn so much from Andrew's continued insight.

- Sally Prag

Extended Cut

By Eric Pierce

An irreverent collision of pop culture and life. True stories and things I wish were true.

Eric's geekdom is next level. Couple that with incredible writing that hits home every time, and it's a killer combo.

- Sally Prag

Jeffrey Kass

Smillew Top Hat Seminar

News, Tips, and Insider Info for the sophisticated members of the Smillew Top Hat Seminar Society

When Smillew gets his act in gear...watch out world. This man has ideas brimming out of every pore. An entertaining read that will surpass all expectations.

- Sally Prag

Darius

It's changing. It's turning into a living hell. What's interesting is that not many see and those who see it don't understand it.

Arrr Bee

https://canarymission.org/

Strong supporter of Israel

- Sally Prag