Media Newsletters

An investigation of why we clap for people doing the least, and earnest recommendations of art, music, and writing you should applaud. Shelby writes a satyrical newsletter about why we clap for people giving the least effort. It all started out as an Instagram account full of drawings giving out the ‘awards for good boys’ where she depicted men wanting praise for being ‘good boys’ and later it morphed into a newsletter. In Please Clap Shelby analyses our online world, modern dating life, and internet dramas illustrating everything with her famous drawings. From what it means to be a sexist woman, to the death of wife guys, her whimsy essays are always complimented with an image of Clem (Shelby’s dog that co-signs every issue). Subscribe to Please Clap for funny, utterly honest writing, hand-picked internet links, and...pictures of Clem!

A newsletter about having fun online. Garbage Day is an award-winning (it got the Webby!) newsletter about what’s going on on the web. Ryan writes about social networks, modern media outlets, and all the insane stuff you can find on the internet. He believes that the web should be more open and that everyone should have fun there. And that’s what The Garbage Day is all about - a lot of honest takes on the latest news of the internets’ wildest corners. Think of topics like The British Army's Twitter, TikTok’s Witch Hunt, and a DAO which is trying to buy the constitution and you'll get the idea of what kind of tweets, videos, memes, and interesting reads you'll get every week. There is a special deep dive column written by guest writer Allegra Rosenberg called ‘Allegra’s corner’. If the title 'Amish Bitch' intrigues you - explore the archives for more! Subscribe to Garbage Day and dive into the best internet ‘trash’. 🗑️  

Consumer Culture that matters, served with hints of millennial sarcasm. Touristy is a weekly newsletter that combines the latest trends, customer tastes, and developments shaping society. It helps cut through the noise and provides insights that matter the most in this consumer-driven world. Every week the publication covers the latest happenings in tech, food, retail, and culture while giving their personal thoughts on the matter. A single issue is usually packed with topics - expect to read about things like why retailers are cutting prices on clothes, the heated battle between Meta and TikTok, and how a global pandemic influences customer spending habits, all in one sitting.  Subscribe to Touristy for jam-packed posts on consumer culture that matter.

Get the latest news on stocks, trading, and crypto.  Ask a Wise Ape is a daily drop that keeps you updated on the latest developments in stock trading, cryptocurrency, and the economy. The cherry on top? The Sunday edition full of cultural news!  The authors are best buddies since childhood and they want to provide value in as casual and simple way as possible. So while Ape of Omaha shares his insights to help you make smarter investing decisions, Ape of The Emerald City brings you the best of the cultural world. Their casual writing style, combined with some witty jokes, makes even the most complex trading terms easy to understand and perfect for traders of every level.  Subscribe and enjoy short, informative posts on Ethereum, discuss monetary policy and recession, and learn why Top Gun Maverick just simply works!

taking art and culture a little too seriously Andrew and Joel created Ponytail Press with a lot of ideas in the cannon. So far, the newsletter offers free suggestions for watching, reading, and listening in a segment called "Ponytail Picks." Each edition of "Picks" centers on a particular word or theme, from "bees" and "trees" to "electric" or "#3." From songs about Honey (bees) to a list of articles on Tesla (electric), you’re definitely in for a treat.  Subscribe for a little quirky, yet unique approach to curation and enjoy (re)discovering new things to stimulate your mind!

Thoughts on life + self-care for content creators. Social Media Detox is a weekly newsletter with content tips and mental health resources to help you unplug when you're struggling to do so. Whether you’re spending a lot of time on social media for your career, or just generally find yourself trying to cut back on your screen time, Social Media Detox is going to help change your relationship with the...Social Media! After speaking to many other content creators, Nicole realized that exhaustion was common in her field, and became set on the aim of giving advice on how to detox from your device. Whether it's tips on how to be easier on yourself after a misstep or just general advice on how to tame that desire to be on your phone, Nicole has it covered. So be sure to check out Social Media Detox, for tips that will improve your approach to the online world and TL;DRs on marketing and social media.

Hung Up is essays, interviews, reviews, recommendations, gossip, love notes, line readings, and other cool stuff you want to share with your friends. Hung Up is a weekly newsletter that brings you saucy gossip, intriguing essays, movie reviews, and recommendations. In this newsletter, you’ll get insights into the author’s thoughts, critiques, and takes about current events, pop culture, and celebrities. Hunter Harris is on a journey to understanding why we’re hung up on things we like, whether celebrity drama, a new Netflix special we’re all hooked on or a song that keeps replaying in your head. Subscribe to the Hung Up Newsletter for essays, interviews, and the latest celebrity gossip - delivered straight to your inbox.

A weekly survey of the best food media on the web, and why you should care about it. In Digestion is a newsletter that covers the best food media. James Hansen curates a round-up of the most interesting stories, highlights important issues, and provides opinions from a broader perspective. In Digestion is quite complex and frequently philosophical, so get ready for thought-provoking questions and fancy words. Subscribe and start thinking deeper about the food media world.

Cookbook fans, you have come to the right place. Written by a cookbook critic, Stained Page News is no wonder - all things cookbooks. Considered an essential read for cookbook fans, the newsletter covers the industry by publishing cookbook previews, releases, news, and other cookbook-related content. Every week Paula Forbes shares opinions, overviews, and links to the most exciting news + tried and tested recipe excerpts. Subscribe and get ready for tasty recipes, personal recommendations, and the SPN Cult Cookbook Club!

a dailyish link to cool shit happening in & around the media industry. Deez Links is a media newsletter that usually takes a form of a single link with Delia Cai’s take on it. Having set a barrier of “do I want to text this link to everyone I know right now” Deez Links can range from long-form articles and smart tweets to gossip-worthy happenings and funny TikToks. In response to the pandemic, Delia Cai has loosened up the definition of a link and is trying different things, whether it is a piece on a TV show or a new job listing, it is less about industry stuff and more about just something worth your time. The newsletter also includes Deez Interviews with people in the media world and Friday Q&As. Subscribe and find out all the cool things happening in media.