California Curated
California Curated, Erik Olsen, Paul ThorntonCalifornia, explained. Science, landscapes, and hidden systems of the Golden State. New stories weekly.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 105 | Founded | 6 years ago | Last Issue | 6 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
californiacurated.substack.comLatest Issues
Yes, Baja California Is Slowly Tearing Away from the North American Continent
Cabo San Lucas at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, July 1, 2026. (Photo: Erik Olsen)
I’m in Cabo San Lucas this week, vacationing with my family but also preparing for a dive at the legendary Cabo Pulmo, widely regarded as one of the finest...
A Planet Built by Microbes
Microbiologist Jeff Marlow studies the tiny organisms that thrive in Earth's most extreme environments. His book, The Dark Frontier: Unlocking the Secrets of the Deep Sea, explores how microbes shape deep-ocean ecosystems, regulate the plan...
The Rock That Powered California
Monterey formation rock near Laguna Beach, California. (Photo: Erik Olsen)
We Californians are lucky. The reasons are almost endless. You can start with the mountains, deserts, forests, and coastline, but California’s good fortune goes bey...
Mountain of Knives
Obsidian pieces are everywhere across the summit of Lookout Mountain in the High Sierra. (Photo: Erik Olsen)
The road to Lookout Mountain does not look out for you.
It peels off Highway 395 just south of Mono Lake as a washboard gravel tr...
The California Supervolcano You Can Visit...and Other Amazing Geologic Attractions
Alkali lake in the Long Valley Caldera in California’s Eastern Sierra. (Photo: Erik Olsen)
I’ve been up in the Eastern Sierra for the last few days driving around and filming a couple of cool stories I’ve got cooking. I spent a day explori...
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for California Curated.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 74 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
California, explained. Science, landscapes, and hidden systems of the Golden State. New stories weekly.
Creator of California Curated Substack. LA-based journalist and producer. Formerly with The New York Times, ABC News, and Quartz. Drone pilot and visual storyteller with a fascination for ocean exploration, including dives in research submersibles.
Co-founder of Golden State Report, editor and journalist, lifelong Californian.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for California Curated?
You can find recent issues that have been published by California Curated on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does California Curated have?
To see how many people subscribe to California Curated, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in California Curated?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch California Curated as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like California Curated?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact California Curated using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to California Curated?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like California Curated. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact California Curated?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.