The Noodler is a slow-paced newsletter built around the theme of 'duplexity', exploring contrasts like shadow and light, innovation and derivative work, and reflection through interviews and curated round-ups. Readers get long-form conversations with thinkers on topics such as domestic violence in the workplace, sextech, and the meaning of craft.
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Long-form reporting and cultural criticism on music, fashion, art and nightlife, with a focus on the business and politics of subculture in Asia. Issues combine on-the-ground scene reporting with broader arguments about where culture and the creative industries are heading.
Noah Smith's blog covers economics, AI, politics, and culture, including essays on film, AI progress, and political critique. Readers get long-form analysis mixing policy commentary with personal reflections on current events.
Marina Hyde's daily-style column newsletter offers sharp, witty commentary on entertainment, politics, sport, and media, often through satirical takes on current events. Readers get irreverent cultural criticism with a strong comedic voice and pointed observations about public figures.
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