Substacks recommended by Backroad Portfolio

Recommended by Backroad Portfolio

A newsletter for readers who want to learn about the meaning of travel, why we seek adventure, and how to incorporate more of it into our lives. In short, the anthropology of wandering.

Historic Mysteries

By Ancient Origins UNLEASHED

Historic Mysteries provides captivating articles on history and unexplained mysteries. Interesting history topics are just a click away.

Historic Mysteries offers a fascinating collection of unsolved mysteries, as well as unique angles on historic events.

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National Park Club Journal

By National Park Journal

Unlocking the Wonders of America’s Parks. Get amazing hikes, itineraries, news, and hidden gems. Subscribe to get our Ultimate Guide to Planning a National Park Trip.

Black Sheep Mom

By Bridget

Confessions from the mother of an American inmate— Part Memoir. Part Movement.

Bridget Young honestly and elegantly writes about the challenging experiences and emotions tied to having a son in prison. Her words lead readers to not only empathize with her and the journey she is on, but to also project themselves into her struggles.

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Alpenglow Journal

By Alex Roddie

Elevating human creativity and purpose through adventure. A journal of outdoor and nature writing, photography, analogue counterculture, literature and art.

The Diary of Southern Lifestyle Author Pat Branning

By Patricia A Branning

Stories, history, recipes, and thoughts from the South Carolina Lowcountry, one of the last authentic regions of our Eastern Seaboard. This is where all history begins.

Mourning Mom Time Travels

By Julie Neches

Join Me on a Grief Journey Through History in Search of Healing. — Transmissions on Tuesday Mornings

Mourning Mom Time Travels connects an heirloom, photo, or other cherished object to her beloved daughter, who has passed, and asks intriguing questions that make the reader stop, ponder, and empathize. Her posts are emotional and impactful.

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Tom Poland: A Southern Writer

If you like the South, backroads, nature, and extraordinary places and people, you'll like my work.

Tom Poland writes beautiful stories about the South, its people, culture, land, natural wealth, and beautiful detritus—ruins and abandoned places.

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The Elysian

By Elle Griffin

Exploring a utopian future through essay collections & print pamphlets. Join us to reimagine the world for our benefit.

The Elysian's Elle Griffin presents innovative ideas aimed at making the world a better place. I appreciate her willingness to experiment and take risks with her writing. It's enlightening and refreshing!

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American Weekender

The travel newsletter for food people. Expert recommendations and city guides to the best places to eat and drink in America. Publishing every Friday.

Southern Voice

following a wandering artist as she celebrates life in the South

age/proof design

By Bryan Kelly

For people rethinking the second half of life. Written by a 40-something living inside the world’s largest retirement community. Exploring life, work, and identity in the age of the 100-year life.

Each post shares something new and shocking about retirees (or soon to be retirees) that will change the way you view our aging population.

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Substack Writers at Work with Sarah Fay

Stay ahead of the curve—with the leading Substack Growth Strategist, Sarah Fay.

Sarah clears up the clutter surrounding best practices on Substack and masterfully guides her clients toward success.

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Wellness Discovery by Heather Hausenblas, PhD

By Heather Hausenblas

Facts, not fluff. Real research, made simple—so you can make better health decisions without the lab coat language.

Heather's posts offer fact-based guidance on how to live a healthier life in just the right amount of words. Read two or three each morning while you enjoy your coffee.

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Southern Stories by EPS Media

By Elizabeth Poland Shugg

I write about the South’s history, traditions, and people. Right now, I'm sharing my great-grandmother’s memoirs, one week at a time.

Elizabeth Poland Shugg shares stories about growing up in four southeastern states, and why she'll never leave the South.

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