Eight (Other) Newsletters You Should be Reading

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Yesterday evening, I had the pleasure of being part of an event about newsletters put on by The Media Society (of which I am a vice president). Joining me on the panel were Stephen Bush (Financial Times), Charlotte Tobitt (Press Gazette) and one of the writers behind the Doomberg newsletter. (They appear anonymously in public.) The organisation’s president Nigel Dacre chaired the event and it got me thinking about all the great newsletters that are out there. Accordingly, I thought I’d recommend some to read, once you’ve finished with The Addition, of course. (Take it as a given you should read those by Stephen, Press Gazette and Doomberg!)

Israel Tech Insider – Amir Mizroch
Israel’s tech sector has been a hive of interesting activity for years. Its innovations impact the world. However, nobody was really diving into the details. Few people know the scene better than Amir Mizroch. He has started putting it all in his new newsletter and is also the guest on this week’s podcast.
In the Room – Dylan Byers (Puck)
In the Room, the media newsletter from Puck, is one of the publications I go through obsessively. It also inspires The Addition. The mix of scoops and insider info is simply a must-read for anyone in media.
Feed Me – Emily Sundberg
I hate weddings and everything surrounding them, but I read every word Emily Sundberg wrote about hers. That’s the genius of Feed Me. It ostensibly details money and how to spend it in New York. However, the way Sundberg presents things means you don’t need to live in the Big Apple to enjoy her work.
Tech Things – Joanna Stern (WSJ)
Another absolute essential for me. Whether its the new iPhone or self-driving cars, Joanna Stern is a genius at presenting consumer tech in a way that has actual value for those consumers. She also often picks up on trends ahead of time.
Everyday Hate – Dave Rich
A very different kind of newsletter. Dr. Dave Rich is one of the best around at explaining antisemitism in all its forms. He does so in a clear, accessible manner. Sadly, his work has rarely been more necessary.
Fresh Hell – Tina Brown
The one-time magazine queen now has a newsletter that is as punchy, insidery and fun as you might hope. Whether it is American politics or the British royal family, you want to know what Tine Brown knows.
Political Human – Emma Burnell
My wonderful co-host on the House of Comments podcast. Emma and I have very different politics and that’s why I like reading her (and debating with her on the show). She also understands the Labour Party inside out. Rather helpful now that it is in government.
Lines to Take – Jack Kessler
Jack, another friend of mine, used to write a brilliant daily newsletter for the newspaper now know as The London Standard. He has since gone independent. Jack goes through political topics that many others don’t. He provides insights based on his time in both the civil service and in journalism.