Substacks recommended by David Thoreson

Recommended by David Thoreson

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

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.

Kyle Munson's Main Street

Stories from along the thoroughfare and down the side streets, too

Iowa Down Ballot

By Iowa Writers Collaborative

Dave Price is joined by professional political analysts discussing Iowa politics through refreshing, in-depth conversations with Iowa Writers' Collaborative members.

Talking Good

By Teresa Zilk

In this space, I’ll write about the people, places, and learnings that have helped to shape me and my journey here in Iowa.

Iowa Writers Collaborative Roundup

By Julie Gammack

Linking readers and professional writers who care about Iowa.

The Racontourist

By Jason Walsmith

Hey there! I am Jason Walsmith - I am a traveling musician, photographer and storyteller. I write about music, travel, people, places and things.

Kathryn Severing Fox

Regular posts from a creative entrepreneur, talking about my life, the craft of writing songs and being wanderlust

Stray Thoughts

By Randy Evans

Thoughts on government transparency, politics and civic affairs written weekly -- and sometimes, weakly -- by a longtime advocate for government transparency.

Fallon Forum

By Ed Fallon

The Fallon Forum is a radio program, podcast, and blog established by former State Rep Ed Fallon in September, 2009. The Forum covers a broad range of topics and has aired continuously for 15 years without missing a single week. Imagine that!

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!

Art Cullen’s Notebook

A view from rural America: immigration, agriculture, environment, politics

Ocean Rising

By Luke

Independent ocean journalism

I have been sailing the world's oceans as an explorer and documentarian for 40 years. I've witnessed so many dramatic changes and new issues surfacing. I'm an old explorer now but keep an eye out for new/young communicators who are making a difference. Luke McMillan and his Substack "Ocean Rising" are bringing the beauty, issues and the truth about the state of our seas/oceans to the public with a brand of specific ocean journalism I've not seen before. Truly great work that I highly recommend.

- David Thoreson

Dave Busiek on Media

How to be a more informed news consumer and understand why journalists do what they do

Weathering Climate Change

By Chris Gloninger

The nexus between extreme weather events and climate change - we will be connecting the dots between the two and why it matters to you.

Arnold Garson: Second Thoughts

A unique perspective on public affairs built on commentary, stories about real people, historical perspective, and subject matter that is deeply researched.

everyone is entitled to my own opinion

By Jeff Tiedrich

I read the news today, oh boy

Mary Swander’s Buggy Land

By swandermary@gmail.com

A tale of two homesteads, one among the Amish, the other in Connemara, Ireland. A serialization of a new book of non-fiction.

Dave Price's Perspective

An award-winning Iowa journalist's observations on politics, current events, family and some random things, too.

Are you f'ng kidding me?

By JoJoFromJerz

It’s me… JoJoFromJerz from Twitter!!

Barry Piatt on Politics: - Behind the Curtains

Consistently ahead of the curve political commentary and analysis

Deep Midwest: Politics and Culture

By Robert Leonard

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

Iowa Boy Chuck Offenburger

...Iowa, small towns, and saddle shoes

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.

My Journey With a Camera

By Lynn Fraser

Photography and stories from the Highlands and beyond—encounters, connections, and the quiet moments that stay with us.

Unfinished Business

By Cheryl Tevis

Current events, rural living/consumer issues, women's challenges, Iowa life

Channing Dutton

Climate First. Nothing else matters.

Let's Talk Politics

By Dennis Goldford

These are short discussions of various aspects of American politics in particular and the nature of politics and political affairs generally.

Okoboji Writers' and Songwriters' News

By Julie Gammack

The Okoboji Writers' Retreat is a tradition started in 2021. Writers of all skill levels come to experience Lake Okoboji for a 2.5 day retreat. Topics range from getting started, memoir, nonfiction, fiction, playwriting, opinion, and now songwriting.

The Swine Republic

By Chris Jones

Writing about confluence of agriculture and environment from the heart of the big ag beast here in Iowa

Postcards from The Heartland

By A New Postcard

A Radical in Rural America Project

Three Degrees Podcast

By Chris Gloninger

A meteorologist, an arctic explorer and a climate activist attorney host a podcast on the existential crisis of our lifetime. This unique podcast has a wide selection of guests!

Great guests and knowledgeable hosts of the climate podcast. Entertaining and fun for a very serious topic. Definitely worth a listen and a subscription.

- David Thoreson

24-hour Dorman - Todd Dorman

Todd is a tremendous writer who pulls no punches. As a conservationist, I appreciate him taking our elected officials to task, especially on water quality issues related to industrial agriculture.

- David Thoreson

Meidas+

By MeidasTouch Network

The premium hub for MeidasTouch, the fastest growing pro-democracy news network. Bonus articles, exclusive content, and interactive chats. Led by Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas, with exclusive articles by Ron Filipkowski.

The Photographer's Perspective

By Jason Odell

Thoughts on photography by Jason P. Odell, a professional outdoor & nature photographer in Colorado, USA Subscribe and start finding your light!

Reporting from Quiltropolis

By Marianne Fons

Marianne Fons writes from the small town of Winterset, Iowa, reporting on quilty and non-quilty topics.

The Navigator

By Joseph Robertson

Covering climate, democracy, science, innovation, and the surprising intersections between geopolitics and local experience.

Ice Cube Press: Publishing, Writing, and Smart Life Secrets

Where Fact and Fiction Merge Into One. Smart Thinking, Creativity, and Celebrating Being Bold, Ferocious, and Brave. An Independent Press in a Red State.

Reading with Rachelle

By Rachelle Chase

Exploring history you never learned in school — but should have

FlakPhoto Digest

By Andy Adams

A community hub for photography people

Conservation Works

By Michelle Nijhuis

News & ideas for ecological repair

The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper

My name is Jess and I was a high school Literature teacher for 16 years until I decided to run as a Democrat in a rural, red district in Missouri. I bring you news and politics from Missouri and beyond from a rural progressive point of view.

Kathryn Severing Fox

https://www.kathrynseveringfox.com/bio

Rekha shouts & whispers

By Rekha Basu

This opinion column examines news, events and experiences through a humanitarian and social justice lens, names the culprits and applauds the defenders of truth, democracy and human rights.

Ty's Take

By Ty Rushing

My personal Substack

Listening to the Land

By Larry Stone

Join me on my travels in Iowa outdoors.

Adam Kinzinger

I’m terrified by America’s fascism trend and disgusted that my party is now a Trump cult. My time inside the system and in the probe of the January 6 attack has left me with just an ember of hope. Making it grow requires the hard truth. Can we handle it?

Between Two Rivers

By Jeff Morrison

Exploring Iowa, the "Land Between Two Rivers," through history, road trips, and more. Posts appear about every 10 days.

Iowa politics with Laura Belin

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

Though the Heavens Fall... by John Crabtree

My personal Substack