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Situation Normal

By Michael Estrin

Stories for people who enjoy humor with a side of humanity and a dash of insight

Funny, heartfelt, intelligent, absurd, endlessly entertaining, plus a picture of his dog in every issue.

- Asha Dornfest

When the Flames Go Up

What do we do when there's no There here?

A smart podcast & community by ex-spouses/co-parents/friends Doug French & Magda Pecsenye that explores the conundrums of late-stage parenting.

- Asha Dornfest

Pantsuit Politics

Podcasters Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers take a different approach to the news. Authors of I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening): A Grace-Filled Guide to Political Conversations

Beth & Sarah bring SO much intelligence, heart and humanity to their newsletter and podcast. I trust them to be my guides and companions during this excruciating moment in US history.

- Asha Dornfest

NextDraft

By Dave Pell

The day's most fascinating news from the Internet's Managing Editor

Dave is funny, sharp, and the best headline writer on the Internet. He's been distilling the news into digestible bits for YEARS.

- Asha Dornfest

Tech and Tea

By Jean Hsu

Navigating the messiness of life with a career in startups. Musings on engineering leadership, teamwork, parenting, partnership, and creative self-expression.

Jean is a tech entrepreneur & thoughtful parent. She generously writes about how those roles intersect.

- Asha Dornfest

There's Always A Story

By Christine Koh

A weekly newsletter to help spark reflection and uncover meaning in the small and large moments in life. Written by a former music and brain scientist turned award-winning author, podcaster, and creative director.

Christine is my MINIMALIST PARENTING co-author and former podcast co-host. Her kickass writing is candid, helpful, and kind.

- Asha Dornfest

I’m Walking Here

By Liz Gumbinner

Culture, media, politics and parenting. Oh, did someone say pick a lane? Adorable.

Liz (of Cool Mom Picks, Mom 101, Spawned podcast fame) is a brilliant, generous writer, a sharp social commentator and one of my original Internet friends.

- Asha Dornfest

The White Pages

By Garrett

What if we could build something better?

The most important newsletter I read right now.

- Asha Dornfest

Everything is Liminal

By Jenna Park

A visual newsletter with essays on culture, midlife, and the creative self by a post-career, Gen X empty nester. With curated links, delivered weekly.

Jenna and I are at similar places in our parenting lives, which we discovered through our writing here. That’s the magic of sharing our stories.

- Asha Dornfest

Evil Witches Newsletter

By Claire Zulkey

We are people who happen to be mothers.

Had Evil Witches been around when I was a new parent it would’ve been less lonely and a whole lot more fun.

- Asha Dornfest

the make light journal

By karen walrond

A journal about how to create and curate a light-filled life, by author Karen Walrond.

Karen’s writing has lit my way for many years. Her voice soothes and empowers, always sharing an unexpected source of beauty or energy.

- Asha Dornfest

Learn From My Mistakes

By Lauren

A newsletter with practical advice for a period of life you might not realize you’re in—your parents are getting old, and you need help.

When so many of us are supporting aging parents, why do we often have to learn everything ourselves? Lauren Klinger is attempting to change that by generously sharing her lessons learned.

- Asha Dornfest

The Publishing Spectrum

By Amanda N. Bray

For authors and creative leaders who want to publish on Substack from their own intelligence — not borrowed formulas. Strategic guidance that integrates data, intuition and deep respect for how creative people actually work.

Amanda is my Platonic ideal of editorial guidance.

- Asha Dornfest

The Enthusiast by Brad Montague

A weekly reminder there are things worth celebrating.

Brad’s gentle call to kindness is irresistible and quietly earth-shaking.

- Asha Dornfest

The Pause

By On Being

A monthly Saturday morning companion to all things On Being, with heads-up on new episodes, special offerings, event invitations, recommendations, and reflections from Krista all year round.

Krista Tippett is a "live human signpost" pointing the way toward hope even as she grapples with it herself.

- Asha Dornfest

Crone Sandwich

By Catherine Newman

A weird newsletter about all the midlife things: kids, parents, food, sex, holidays, rage, and sweating at night, by the author of Waiting for Birdy and We All Want Impossible Things.

I have treasured Catherine's work since my oldest kid was a baby. Her writing is at turns hilarious and ribald, then poignant and wise. Always generous and huge-hearted.

- Asha Dornfest

Julie’s Pod

By Julie Lythcott-Haims

Julie's Pod is where I poke and prod at the feelings beneath my ordinary experiences then serve them up to you so you can examine whether any of it's true for you. By making this connection between us, you and I both feel more seen and less alone.

As the author of “How to Raise an Adult” and “Your Turn,” Julie is one of my "parent of adult" role models.

- Asha Dornfest

Rootsie

By Rita Ott Ramstad

Dispatches from a small, creative life

I found Rita's gorgeous, tender writing via our convos in my comment section, and Rootsie fast became a trusted favorite.

- Asha Dornfest

Design Mom

By Gabrielle Blair

A newsletter where we can be curious about everything.

Gabrielle's fearless writing inspires some of the best conversations on the Web.

- Asha Dornfest