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Recommended by Farmer Fred Hoffman

Robert Kourik’s Substack

Welcome to my personal Substack for a sustainable future.

Learn nifty stuff to be an even better gardener!

- Farmer Fred Hoffman

The Uncensored Catholic

By Judson Carroll

This is a daily podcast/newsletter where we discuss those things that are supposed to be off limits these days: Religion, Politics and Culture.

Laughing In The Chaos

By Michele Miles Gardiner

A nonfiction storyteller, finding humor in the chaos of life. Life can be challenging. I know. It's why I appreciate those who can find the absurdity in this crazy world. Thanks for joining me in this mad journey called life. Let's laugh in the chaos!

The Counteroffensive with Tim Mak

A war correspondent's open notebook, reporting live from Kyiv. Compelling human stories that illustrate what’s happening during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and elsewhere on the frontlines for democracy. Issues twice a week!

Phillips’s Newsletter

By Phillips P. OBrien

Whatever intrigues me--these days the Russo-Ukraine War with regular departures

THE OUTER LINE - AIRmail Newsletter

By Weekly AIRmail Newsletter

Analysis, Insight and Reflections - From the World of Pro Cycling

The Small Things

By Phoebe Tully

An extraordinary life is created in the small things. Find a curated selection of things to do, make, watch, listen and read to make the everyday special.

May all your sweeps be silent.

- Farmer Fred Hoffman

Brian Stelter's space

I’m taking a break from the newsletter beat, but I might be back someday.

The well-connected media writer Brian Stetler reminds me of USA Today's Rudy Martzke, but without the sports.

- Farmer Fred Hoffman

Judson Carroll, Master Herbalist

Herbal Medicine

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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

If his basketball skills were outstanding, his writing skills are Super Outstanding!

- Farmer Fred Hoffman

Slayed by Voices, by Jon Weisman

Pure storytelling, big and small. Jon Weisman hears voices (from the news, sports, music, pop culture and his own life, from the past to the present) and channels them to you.

The Long Game

By Molly Knight

Join our community of smart sports fans who also care about things other than sports. Debate is encouraged, trolling is not allowed.

What is California?

By Stu VanAirsdale

"What is California?” is a podcast featuring conversations with notable Californians in a quest to understand the Golden State.

California is an amazing place to live, with amazingly talented people. Stu VanAirsdale probes them in “What is California!” for why they are here…or why they never left. I’m still here for the year round gardening and gorgeous bicycling roads.

- Farmer Fred Hoffman

Fútbol with Grant Wahl

By Céline Gounder

Quality coverage from one of the world's top soccer journalists

Slack Tide by Matt Labash

By Matt Labash

Taking life as it comes, not necessarily in that order

OLD GOATS with Jonathan Alter

Ruminating with friends

Recovering

By Holly Whitaker

Examining current cultural trends through the lens of addiction, recovery, alcohol, and all the other drugs like your smartphone

Tackles not only alcohol addiction, but other dangerous, hard to quit habits, such as sugar.

- Farmer Fred Hoffman

Michael Moore

I was born in Flint, Michigan and raised on a dirt street by loving parents, two sisters and a lot of Green Giant in a can.

Dr. Kristie's Nutrition Tips for Health and Longevity

By Kristie Leong M.D.

Nutrition for health, wellness, and longevity

Still looking for the Joke

By Merrill Markoe

I probably started writing the piece you are about to read because I thought it contained something funny. Fingers crossed I was correct in this assumption.

The Stream

By Janeen McCrae

A weekly dose of personal essays, creative writing, and inspirations that'll get you revved up to 'make the thing.' Dip a toe into the stream and sign up.

I'm happy to be able to ride my bike 100 miles a week, every week. But what about the person who does 100-mile bike rides, 100 times, in one year? What does their head look like, inside? (the outside is probably a combination of sunburn and suspicious patches of dry skin).

- Farmer Fred Hoffman

Steady

By Dan Rather

Dan Rather's steady take on a complex and chaotic world.

The Bulwark

Analysis and reporting on politics and culture in America. Home to Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, Bill Kristol, JVL and more. No partisan loyalties. No tribal prejudices.

Beyond the Peloton

By Spencer Martin

In-Depth Pro Cycling Analysis

Women's Cycling Weekly

By Amy Jones

Weekly newsletter bringing a roundup of content and news from the world of women's cycling.

The Daily Coach

The goal of The Daily Coach is to provide a daily hands-on approach to becoming a better leader. The Daily Coach has moved. Find us at www.thedaily.coach

Great motivational posts!

- Farmer Fred Hoffman