Substacks recommended by Jason Walsmith

Recommended by Jason Walsmith

moments & insights from an animal lover's little farm featuring three alpacas, two fainting goats, two great pyrenees, four barn cats, two setters, a house cat and our boss: fritz, the miniature dachshund.

Because it's awesome.

- Jason Walsmith

Iowa Collaborative Calendar

A list of music and entertainment venues where our members will perform or hold events.

Kathryn Severing Fox

Regular posts from a creative entrepreneur, talking about my life, the craft of writing songs and being wanderlust

She is a rockstar who so full of talent she has to find new ways to share it. This column is a new and exciting way for her to do so.

- Jason Walsmith

David Thoreson

Exploring the outdoor world through conservation, climate and adventure from my home in Northwest Iowa to the Arctic's Northwest Passage.

David has been an inspiration for as long as I can remember. Living a true live of adventure but also finding purpose and telling the story beautifully through images and words. If only EVERYONE would listen we wouldn't be in this mess. I am listening (reading)

- Jason Walsmith

Cornhole Champions

By Zach

Cornhole Champions is a weekly podcast, powered by Iowa Starting Line, where we throw bags at Iowa's biggest stories and maybe sip a beer or two.

Zachary is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Chip Happens

By Chip Albright

A catalog of stories and songs following the musical endeavors of Midwestern singer-songwriter, Chip Albright.

I have been following Chip's career. He is an excellent songwriter and storyteller so it is no surprise that his column on substack is remarkable.

- Jason Walsmith

Nuts and Bolts

By curbow314@gmail.com

A hardwareman's daughter writes about politics, popular culture, and plenty more

Joan is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Chad Elliott

My Personal Substack

Chad is one of the most prolific artists I know AND his work is outstanding. We are lucky to have him as a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative.

- Jason Walsmith

Ty's Take

By Ty Rushing

My personal Substack

Ty is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Weathering Climate Change

By Chris Gloninger

The nexus between extreme weather events and climate change - we will be connecting the dots between the two and why it matters to you.

Chris is part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative along with many of the other writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Let's Talk Politics

By Dennis Goldford

These are short discussions of various aspects of American politics in particular and the nature of politics and political affairs generally.

I am proud to share page space with Dennis as a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative.

- Jason Walsmith

Taylor’s Millennial Mindset

By Taylor Deckert

What's happening in Siouxland? The perspective of a tech-savvy, Sioux City, Iowa-based news anchor prioritizing self care, mental health and a social life.

Taylor is part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative along with many of the other writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Shifting Gears with Phoebe Wall Howard

Your home for Detroit auto industry news, information and analysis. All original reporting by award-winning beat reporter Phoebe Wall Howard.

I am a car guy (I have never said that before) so I particularly enjoy Phoebe's coverage of innovation in the auto industry. She is also a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Reporting from Quiltropolis

By Marianne Fons

Marianne Fons writes from the small town of Winterset, Iowa, reporting on quilty and non-quilty topics.

I am recommending this column by Marianne Fons because she is an inspiring women with a fascinating life and wonderful way of observing and relaying stories of her life experiences.

- Jason Walsmith

Reading with Rachelle

By Rachelle Chase

Exploring history you never learned in school — but wish you had

Rachelle does incredible work. I am thankful to the Iowa Writers Collaborative for introducing us.

- Jason Walsmith

Stray Thoughts

By Randy Evans

Thoughts on government transparency, politics and civic affairs written weekly -- and sometimes, weakly -- by a longtime advocate for government transparency.

Randy is part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative along with many of the other writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Maxwell's Voice

By Maxwell Schaeffer

Maxwell shares his voice. Adjust volume accordingly.

We have enjoyed Maxwells voice for years on radio, it is fun to read his voice in print.

- Jason Walsmith

The Paragraph Stacker

By Daniel P. Finney

Uncensored columns from an exiled newspaper man.

Daniel is part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative along with many of the other writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

My Integrated Life

By Dartanyan L. Brown

Stories and Sounds from a Life In Jazz and Journalism

Dartanyan is one of my musician brothers in the Iowa Writers Collective.

- Jason Walsmith

Piecemaker

By Sarah

Musings of a Midwest maker.

Minding the Gaps

By Kali White VanBaale

Covering stories of mental health, social justice, true crime, and more

Kali is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Arnold Garson: Second Thoughts

A unique perspective on public affairs built on commentary, historical perspective, and subject matter that is deeply researched.

I really enjoy Arnolds writing. I spent my summers growing up in Okoboji and he writes a lot about the history there. I have learned about things I have always wondered about from his pieces.

- Jason Walsmith

This Stays Here

By Nicole Baart

A Substack about community for people who want to be better neighbors. Life in my small, rural, Iowa town is idyllic--and also really hard. I imagine the same can be said about wherever you live. Come join the conversation!

The Five and Dime

By Avery Gregurich

A sporadic establishment situated in the guts of Midwestland. Mainly stocking short fiction, essays, fanaticisms, and other inquiries into music, film, and whatever culture means. It's cheap, and always aims to please.

Avery Gregurich is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Out Here in the Fields

By Alison McGaughey

Gen X Iowan on the midwest/midlife/meno beat.

Alison is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Rob Gray's Area

Musings and observations on sports, gardening, travel — and anything else I care to write about.

Rob is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Romen Borsellino

Romen Borsellino is an LA-based comedy writer who's credits include Comedy Central's The Daily Show and NBC's A Little Late with Lilly Singh.

Romen is part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative along with many of the other writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Letters From Iowans

By Julie Gammack

This column consists of Letters to the Editor of the Iowa Writers' Collaborative.

LFI is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Dave Price's Perspective

An award-winning Iowa journalist's observations on politics, current events, family and some random things, too.

Dave is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Corn Belt Confidential

By Nina B. Elkadi

The history and science behind agriculture, water, and our food systems.

Nita is part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative along with many of the other writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Keepin' It Rural

By Darcy Maulsby

My personal Substack

Darcy is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Between Two Rivers

By Jeff Morrison

Exploring Iowa, the "Land Between Two Rivers," through history, road trips, and more. Posts appear about every 10 days.

Listening to the Land

By Larry Stone

Join me on my travels in Iowa outdoors.

Larry Reminds us to slow down and appreciate the natural beauty of Iowa.

- Jason Walsmith

The Swine Republic

By Chris Jones

Writing about confluence of agriculture and environment from the heart of the big ag beast here in Iowa

I wish everyone would just listen to what chris says (or read what he writes)

- Jason Walsmith

Dining Well in DSM by Wini Moranville

By Dining Well in Des Moines

Where you'll discover great food finds and the best restaurant experiences in Des Moines.

I know she is good because every time I read her work it makes me hungry. She is a master of her craft.

- Jason Walsmith

Christina’s Substack

By The Latest

I explore widowhood, grief & healing, growing up first-born and first-gen, writing, and all things that come across my line of vision and make my fingers itch to write.

Christina is part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative along with many of the other writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Ice Cube Press: Publishing, Writing, and Smart Life Secrets

Where Fact and Fiction Merge Into One. Smart Thinking, Creativity, and Celebrating Being Bold, Ferocious, and Brave. An Independent Press in a Red State.

Steve is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

The Crossover

By Jane Burns

Women's sports stories from Iowa - a place where new generations of female athletes carry on a century of success.

Jane is part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative along with many of the other writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

The Midwest Creative

By Macey Shofroth

Essays and explorations on the creative life in the Midwest.

Macy is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

The Asian Iowan

By Jane Nguyen

Born in Saigon, Vietnam. Nearly lifelong Iowan writing about people, places, and things.

Jane is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Hola Iowa

Connect with the Latino communities in Iowa.

Hola Iowa is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

View from the Cedar Valley

By Pat Kinney

Column of news and observations from the Waterloo-Cedar Falls and greater Cedar Valley area.

Showing Up

By Kurtis Meyer

My interests are diverse: history, politics, current events, music, life experiences. I write about things that interest me, things I know about... often reflecting my (primarily) rural perspective.

Kurtis is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

My Life, in Color

By John Naughton

Adventures in travel, food and fun. And Iowa sports, of course.

John is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Talking Good

By Teresa Zilk

In this space, I’ll write about the people, places, and learnings that have helped to shape me and my journey here in Iowa.

Teresa is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Fern and Joe

By Fern Kupfer and Joe Geha

opinions on topics

Fern and Joe are a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Mary Swander's Emerging Voices

Diverse people voice their opinions for the Iowa Writers Collaborative

Another Mary Swander project worth digging into.

- Jason Walsmith

Kyle Munson's Main Street

Stories from along the thoroughfare and down the side streets, too

I am recommending Kyle because we once wrote a hit song together and we are famous because it went viral. AND because his an Iowa treasure.

- Jason Walsmith

Unfinished Business

By Cheryl Tevis

Current events, rural living/consumer issues, women's challenges, Iowa life

Cheryl is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

Barry Piatt on Politics: - Behind the Curtains

Consistently ahead of the curve political commentary and analysis

Barry is a part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative as are many of the great writers I am recommending here.

- Jason Walsmith

The Racontourist

Recommended by Jason Walsmith