Don Shafer
I'm a broadcaster, podcaster, researcher and writer who studies how words, conversations, and civic engagement shape democracy.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 145 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 17 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
donshafer1.substack.comLatest Issues
BC Election 2026: A Conversation with Elenore Sturko
Elenore Sturko has taken an unusual road to the 2026 British Columbia election.Before politics, she worked in broadcasting, served in the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve and spent more than a decade with the RCMP.
She entered provincial...
No One Is Driving the Car. No One Is Going to Save Us.
I interviewed Roy Scranton a few years ago but, in a curious way, the conversation never really ended. Some conversations end when you turn off the microphone. Others leave something behind, an idea, a question, sometimes a sentence, that q...
What can one small island tell us about the challenges facing local governments across British Columbia?
What can one small island tell us about the challenges facing local governments across British Columbia?
Bowen Island has a small population and is a short ferry ride from Vancouver. But many of the questions confronting this small mun...
Who Are the 97% Who Don’t Vote?
I mailed my absentee voter registration to the Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder and County Clerk today. Long Beach was the last place I lived in the United States before coming to Canada in the early 70s, so more than half a century later, it...
Entirely Pessimistic and Actively Hopeful
I’ve spent the last few days thinking about the impact barbara had on many of us, reading stories from people who were close to her, worked with her, learned from her, or simply knew their lives were better because of her.
barbara was a Va...
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Don Shafer.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 71 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Broadcaster, podcaster, and journalist working at the intersection of media, research, and community. I explore how language, power, and identity shape polarization—and what makes understanding possible when conversations feel hardest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Don Shafer?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Don Shafer 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 Don Shafer have?
To see how many people subscribe to Don Shafer, 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 Don Shafer?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Don Shafer 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 Don Shafer?
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 Don Shafer using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Don Shafer?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Don Shafer. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Don Shafer?
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.