Substacks recommended by Jonathan Small

Recommended by Jonathan Small

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shares thoughts about sports, politics, and popular culture and how they define America.

I loved Kareem as a basketball player, and I love him even more as a writer. The guy has chops.

- Jonathan Small

Weekly art, writing, and creative inspiration from the author of Steal Like an Artist and other bestsellers.

A reflection on today's news through the lens of hope.

Really insightful take on politics

- Jonathan Small

Demystifying the world of freelance journalism.

A newsletter about the history behind today's politics.

Historian Heather Cox Richardson (who's been a guest on the show) offers an historical perspective on the day's headlines.

- Jonathan Small

Ideas, inspiration, and provocations for creativity, work, and staying human. From author Rob Walker.