Substacks recommended by Louise Haynes

Recommended by Louise Haynes

Mostly here for crunchy treats...

I always learn something about life from Cat's newsletters. Cat has a wonderful way of seeing things from a different perspective. Cat draws our attention to what is important in life and talks about philosophy (哲学) in a way that is easy to understand. I highly recommend this Substack! Please leave crunchy treats. 🍤

- Louise Haynes

SHE WHO STIRS THE STORM

By Gloria Horton-Young

Poet, painter, storyteller, rabble-rouser – a tempest in red lipstick. Expect provocative opinions, spirited rants, and lots of laughter. This is my playground, the rules are rewritten daily.

Friends with Words

By Tanya Mozias

A linguist, single mother, and former world traveler writing about language, culture, and identity from the most complicated place on Earth.

Tanya writes, "I originally set out to learn 12 languages in 12 months, but now I’m not so sure anymore what I’m doing here." Her experiences learning languages are important. Her experiences in the middle of a war zone are even more so.

- Louise Haynes

Goatfury Writes

By Andrew Smith

I want to give you something interesting to think about every single day.

Fascinating information. Well-researched. GREAT graphics! A good place to learn interesting things every day.

- Louise Haynes

Cecilia at The Kitchen’s Garden Travels

By Cecilia At The Kitchens Garden

The Kitchen’s Garden Newsletter & Old-Time Bedtime Stories. Welcome to sustainability, homegrown food, and living in step with the land. Join me for small farm adventures, city gardens with country hearts, and soothing bedtime stories to end your day.

For students of English: Look for Cecilia's bedtimes stories. She reads well-known stories like Winnie the Pooh and Alice in Wonderland! It's fun to listen to and great for developing your listening skills. For native/near-native speakers: Cecilia writes about her garden and how-tos, but she also writes about the challenges of being in a new environment and culture, and how to move forward in life.

- Louise Haynes

Mmerikani’s Substack (Swahili & English)

By Mmerikani (Swahili & English)

Mmerikani’s Substack consists of sourced, edifying quotes in a dual-language format (Swahili & English). I am a Quaker, runner, and was formally trained in Swahili.

Mmerikani finds some fascinating quotes that really make you think. Also a great place to practice your Swahili (or pick up a few new words)!

- Louise Haynes

A hill and I

By Susie Mawhinney

Lover of words and blurry photography - writing from a hill in SW France - self sufficient chaos, memoir, field conversations and obscurities

For native-level readers of English, this is an exquisite Substack. The language and descriptions are luscious, and the photography is calming. I highly recommend Susie's posts.

- Louise Haynes

Us AND Them

By Mark VanLaeys

Discovering Connections With Our Neighbors and Beyond

Excellent, short articles that ask deep questions. Language level isn't too hard for English language learners. Please read!

- Louise Haynes

This Week with David Rovics

News analysis, stories from the road, new songs, concerts, and more.

David Rovics writes songs about the issues facing the world today. He also writes his observations on how the world got this way and how we can make positive changes. Writes some good food for thought.

- Louise Haynes

Untranslatable

By Kristin Wong

One untranslatable word each week, and what it says about being human. A newsletter about human behavior and creativity. With the occasional detour.

Untranslatable is a GREAT place to learn new words from a variety of languages. The essays clearly show how you would use the words in certain situations. I always learn something new when I read these essays! 👍🏽

- Louise Haynes

Scobiphonic

By Rick Scobi

Writing original songs and protest music essays with an appreciation for America's rebellious history in song.

Rick Scobi writes original songs. Many are about social issues. Give him a listen!

- Louise Haynes