Substacks recommended by Shane Trotter

Recommended by Shane Trotter

Exploring the deepest philosophical questions

Brandon is wise far beyond his years. He explores philosophy in an accessible way that makes ideas come to life. The Strong Stoic will help you love a better life.

- Shane Trotter

Perennial Meditations

By J.W. Bertolotti

Tools for the Art of Living

Civic Renaissance with Alexandra Hudson

A newsletter and intellectual community passionate about infusing beauty, goodness and truth into our public discourse. Join & get a FREE e book: How To Survive- and Thrive- During Our Divided Times Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Relationships).

Rob Henderson's Newsletter

Human nature, psychology, social class, luxury beliefs, and more.

Parent Smarter, Not Harder

By Emily Edlynn

I critique modern parenting in the pursuit of a healthier way for families, including how to practice autonomy-supportive parenting. I'm here as a voice of common-sense, sound information, and balance.

Wonderful writing! Very relateable. Very honest.

- Shane Trotter

A User's Guide to History

By H. W. Brands

Everybody uses history, some better than others. This User's Guide offers suggestions on how the past shapes the present, and how the present shapes what we think about the past.

The Free Press

By Bari Weiss

A new media company built on the ideals that were once the bedrock of American journalism.

Range Widely

By David Epstein

The newsletter for generalists.

After Babel

By Jon Haidt

A free weekly newsletter where Jon Haidt and his team make sense of how technology is reshaping society — and offer practical guidance on how we can respond.

How to Be a Grown Up

By Raffi Grinberg (How to Be a Grown Up)

Everything you should have learned in college (but probably didn't) about how to be a successful, fulfilled grown up: cognitive skills, financial skills, relationship skills, and career skills

Archedelia

By Matthew B. Crawford

Toward a political theory of the present.

Ralph Ammer

Illustrated inspiration on Drawing, Philosophy, and Design. *100% human — no AI*

Justin Lind

Home of the Outlearn Podcast. Also essays on the is and ought of education, creativity, parenting, masculinity, fitness, skateboarding, and everything else that interests me.

Justin is a fantastic teacher. He writes about the things that really matter and he writes with a perspective and analogy-rich style that almost always sparks new insights.

- Shane Trotter

Inspired Human Development

By Justin Lind

Explorations on living a fulfilling and impactful life in the modern world. Written by Shane Trotter and Justin Lind.

A Dad’s Path

By A Dad's Path

A Dad's Path gives ideas, tips, and thoughts on fatherhood to help you make the most of your time being a Dad.