Substacks recommended by Christopher Pepper

Recommended by Christopher Pepper

Join Emily L. Depasse, MSW, MEd, for insights, tips, and updates on STIs, dating, relationships, and self-care. Subscribe now for open, honest conversations to improve your sexual health and wellness.

Emily is a leading voice for high quality, shame-free sexuality education, and her newsletter is packed with useful information and smart opinions.

- Christopher Pepper

Jessica’s Substack

By Jessica Lahey

Writings on parenting, substance use prevention, child welfare, and raising young adults.

Winning Sex Ed

By Tara Dawn Hartley

On a mission to take the taboo out of sexuality education. Reflections, resources & social de-conditioning to inspire a new paradigm. 🎖️well-being is the ultimate win🎖️

We need more sex ed. We need better sex ed. Tara Hartley's newsletter is a great resources for understanding how to get therm.

- Christopher Pepper

Rhana’s Substack

By Rhana Hashemi

My personal Substack

Rhana provides the kind of drug education I wish every teen had access to in school.

- Christopher Pepper

I Blame Society

By Ruth Whippman

Modern life and the forces that shape it. Gender, feminism, masculinity, mental health, psychology, culture, motherhood, anxiety, fear, self-loathing... that kind of thing.

Smart observations on life, gender, and parenting from the author of BOYMOM

- Christopher Pepper

Bringing Up Boys

By Dr. Taylor

Dr. Taylor is a child, gender, and sexuality development expert who provides tangible tips, resources, and strategies to boy parents raising their sons with positive masculinity.

A thoughtful newsletter for anyone raising boys and encouraging healthy masculinity.

- Christopher Pepper

The Nutrition Tea Substack

By Shana Minei Spence

Welcome to The Nutrition Tea! This is where I plan to write more in depth and drawn out essays regarding food and nutrition. As per usual, this will always be a food neutral, weight inclusive, with an intersection of social justice, page.

Registered dietitian Shana Minei Spence is on a mission to help people reject diet culture, achieve a healthy relationship with food, and nourish their bodies and souls.

- Christopher Pepper

W. Kamau Bell asks, "Who's With Me?"

Come hang out with a pop-culture-obsessed, antiracist, lefty, OG Blerd who lives in Oakland, CA.

W. Kamau Bell is both curious and hilarious, and is a beloved figure in the East Bay where I live. I'm thrilled we get to read him here every week!

- Christopher Pepper

Peggy’s Substack

By Peggy Orenstein

My personal Substack

I am always happy to glad to get updates from the brilliant Peggy Orenstein, author of "Boys & Sex" (and many other books and articles). She's one of my favorite writers and thinkers.

- Christopher Pepper

How To Be A Teacher

By Jack Watson

Want to learn from 70+ years of experience in just a few minutes? This year, I’m sharing what I learn from my expert colleagues with you.

Parenting Without Diet Culture

By Oona Hanson

A newsletter from Oona Hanson — for parents and guardians who want their kids to have a healthy relationship with food and their body

Oona Hanson is an expert on how to emphasize joy and connection while feeding kids and talking about about food and eating.

- Christopher Pepper

The Golden Hour: climate, children, mental health

By Anya Kamenetz

The Golden Hour is a newsletter about thriving and caring for others on a rapidly-changing planet.

Anya Kamenetz is a deeply caring, deeply reflective writer who is always worth reading.

- Christopher Pepper

TheSpotwithDrG

By Dr. Rachael Gibson

SexEd for teachers, families, and everyone in-between!

Dr. Rachael Gibson provides clear, thoughtful, inclusive information about sex ed that you can count on.

- Christopher Pepper

The Feminist Parent

By Jo-Ann Finkelstein

Nuanced writing by a psychologist about raising girls and being a woman in a culture that insists sexism is over.

Smart writing about parenting, gender roles, and the culture at large.

- Christopher Pepper

Substack Writers at Work with Sarah Fay

For Substack writers and creators who want real, meaningful growth ◻️ A top-3 bestselling, featured Substack

A Life Considered

By Whitney R Westcott

Mastering the art of navigating relationships with others, ourselves, & the world for a more connected, meaningful life + my Little Black Book of handpicked treasures, blending spiritual essence, everyday must-haves, and exquisite luxuries.

Whitney makes insightful observations about life and raising children today.

- Christopher Pepper

Zooming Out

By Joanna Schroeder

Joanna Schroeder, co-author of Talk To Your Boys & feminist media critic, tries to see the bigger picture on parenting, relationships & family equity while raising teen boys & a toddler girl.

Joanna Schroeder's reflections on parenting, culture, and adulthood are smart, thoughtful and always worth reading.

- Christopher Pepper

Raising Good Humans with Dr. Aliza Pressman

The heart and science of parenting

Parenting Teenage Boys

By Lee Bare

A child psychologist (and mom of 3 boys) writing about parenting teenage boys and mental health

What Do I Say?

By Dr. Debby Herbenick

Talking with Kids about Sex, Relationships, Bodies, & Puberty.

Body Talk

By Charlotte Markey

The latest body image science and relevant cultural commentary.

Charlotte Markey is a real expert on body image issues, especially as they relate to young people. Her newsletter is always full of wisdom and care.

- Christopher Pepper

The Creative Shift by Dan Blank

Helping writers and creators share their work and connect with readers in meaningful ways. Digging deep into marketing, book launches, and platform development. Get my weekly newsletter every Friday.

Mentoring Kids in a Connected World with Devorah Heitner

Parenting with Empathy in the Digital Age. Research-based advice on mentoring kids and teens as they navigate social media, texting, gaming and digital reputation.

Expert advice on managing technology, social media, and screen time with young people.

- Christopher Pepper

Erin In The Morning

By Erin Reed

News and discussion on trans legislation and life.

Of Boys and Men

By Richard V Reeves

rising to the challenges faced by the modern male

Before and After the Book Deal

By Courtney Maum

Real talk about the writing + publishing industry from an author who doesn’t want you to feel confused, bewildered, or alone. Plus: craft tips, reading recommendations, writing support + solidarity (unless you are a jerk to people in the comments).

The Noösphere

By Katie Jgln

Weekly musings on humans and the big rock we live on through a social sciences lens.

Fascinating takes on gender, with an eye for equality

- Christopher Pepper

Airplane Mode with Liz Plank

your dose of news, minus the depression

Liz Plank is the author of "For the Love of Men: A New Vision for Mindful Masculinity," a beautiful book with a lot of big ideas about men and masculinity. Her newsletter often continues those conversations, along with exploring other moments and ideas in culture.

- Christopher Pepper

Oldster Magazine

By Sari Botton

Exploring what it means to travel through time in a human body, at every phase of life.

Confidence and Joy by Emily Nagoski

Science-based answers to your questions about sex and burnout, by best-selling authors Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski.

Emily Nagoski is the BRILLIANT author of "Come As You Are," one of the best books about sexuality I've ever read. This newsletter is a great way to keep up with her work.

- Christopher Pepper

Your Local Epidemiologist

By Katelyn Jetelina

Providing a direct line of "translated" public health science to you

Extremely useful data and accessible public health information to help you understand what to worry about and where you can relax.

- Christopher Pepper

Design Mom

By Gabrielle Blair

A newsletter where we can be curious about everything.

Gabrielle Blair is the author of the brilliant book "Ejaculate Responsibly: A Whole New Way to Think About Abortion," and her wide-ranging Substack is full of rewarding gems about ideas big and small.

- Christopher Pepper

The Vajenda

By Dr. Jen Gunter

Imagine a Venn diagram with overlapping circles labeled: Medical Facts, Feminism, and Fire. You've arrived at their intersection.

Great information about sexual health, menstruation, birth control, and more.

- Christopher Pepper

Is My Kid the Asshole?

By Melinda Wenner Moyer

I bring science and nuance to parenting advice and challenge fear-mongering, shame-inducing content.

I LOVE the book "How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Assholes," and Melinda Wenner Moyer's newsletter keeps the advice and support coming.

- Christopher Pepper

The Bittman Project

By Mark Bittman

A home for those who believe food is everything and should be treated that way. We celebrate the joy it brings us, but also focus on the very real challenges of making it sustainable and available for all.

If you love to cook, eat, or think deeply about food, Mark Bittman's work is essential.

- Christopher Pepper

gender (in)equality

By Kate Mangino

A conversation about gender norms and household balance.

The Future of Education

By Michael B. Horn

Stay up to date on the innovations, changemakers, & trends to transform learning & education worldwide so that all individuals can build their passions, fulfill their potential, and live a life of purpose

Building Boys Bulletin

By Jennifer L.W. Fink

Information & inspiration for parents & teachers of boys, by Jennifer L.W. Fink, author of Building Boys: Raising Great Guys in a World That Misunderstands Males; & co-host of ON BOYS parenting podcast

Get practical tips for raising boys well, and keep up the with the latest news and research about all the issues affecting boys today.

- Christopher Pepper

Bending The Arc: A Social Justice Newsletter for Educators

By Sherri Spelic

Social Justice resources for educators

Sherri Spelic's "Social Justice Newsletter for Educators" is a must-read for deep-thinking, engaged and curious teachers

- Christopher Pepper

Burnt Toast by Virginia Sole-Smith

Dismantling diet culture and anti-fat bias, especially in health, fashion, and parenting. (But non-parents like it too!)

I so appreciate Virginia Sole-Smith intelligence and curiosity, and her dedication to reducing shame and fighting diet culture.

- Christopher Pepper

Culture Study

By Anne Helen Petersen

Think more about the culture that surrounds you