Current Events and Commentary
Different takes on movements and developments around the world.
The newsletters listed in this directory are sorted in alphabetical order by publication name. All information in this directory, including the featured post, is provided by the writers themselves.
All opinions in the listed publications are solely those of the writers’. Inclusion in this directory does not indicate endorsement by Stack Natin.
This directory was last updated on 19 December 2025.
The Amalgamation
Written by—Bruce Reyes-Chow
About the publication—Focusing on religion, politics, race, pop culture, and technology The Amalgamation is a combination of daily-ish musings, personal updates, audacious think pieces, and invitations to collaborate and co-conspire to make the world a little bit better.
The writer outside of Substack—Author and Speaker, six published non-fiction around politics, faith, and progressive Christianity. Moist recent, Everything Good about God is True: Choosing Faith (Broadleaf 2024)
AntiMedia by Francis T. J. Ochoa
Written by—Francis T. J. Ochoa
About the publication—Original frameworks on how to fight disinformation and make journalism relevant again.
The writer outside of Substack—Journalist who is also in Medium
Pillar of Liberty
Written by—Ryan Mello
About the publication—We give a much needed alternative to both the Centrist Liberal ideological Establishment, and the controlled Leftist opposition, whether Marxist or Maoist. We hope to provide the scholarly foundation for a real and potent Reactionary movement to rise in the Philippines.
Semi-Online
Written by—KC Calpo
About the publication—“Semi-Online” is a newsletter by a Filipina older millennial about our increasingly digital and ‘datafied’ lives—and the offline habits and opinions we form around and about new/changing technologies. It focuses on the Philippines and Southeast Asia, but can also cover Western/global developments.
The writer outside of Substack—I used to write for PH/SEA tech and culture publications (last byline is from 2020). Now I edit/consult on indie book manuscripts and am trying to write my own.
The Sentimental Provocateur by Maiden Manzanal-Frank
Written by—Maiden Manzanal-Frank, MBA
About the publication—For changemakers growing their leadership skills, expanding their impacts, and enriching their careers and lifelong pursuits. Tips, tricks, and actionable strategies you can use now.
The writer outside of Substack—She is a leadership speaker, author of the book: Provocateurs not Philanthropists: Turning Intentions into Global Impact and a consultant on strategy and change for purpose-driven leaders in Canada and internationally. She mentors, coaches, and teachers on social entrepreneurship, leadership, and intercultural relations. She's based in Central Alberta, Canada.
This Is (A) Recording
Written by—Jazmin Banal
About the publication—A middle life attempt to use words. Life, places, democracy, and different faces.
The writer outside of Substack—See her column in Panay News and articles for the Philippine Daily Inquirer.
Wiser Yet: Athena's Thoughts
Written by—Wiser Yet: Athena's Thoughts
About the publication—I post commentaries on society, politics, and policy.
The writer outside of Substack—I’m a sociologist. I do academic work (teaching and research) as well as consultancy work on gender for iNGOs and government agencies.
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