The Joyous Struggle
Jonathan RowsonNewfound feelings and impossible ideas
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 141 | Founded | 4 years ago | Last Issue | 14 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
jonathanrowson.substack.comLatest Issues
Yes, Ok, I'll Have a Crème Brûlée Cruller
It feels too hot for analysis, so here’s something lighter.
There was a moment over the weekend at the Richmond riverside when I walked past a stall selling, wait for it, crème brûlée crullers.
I had never heard of crullers, but they are...
Repeating the Gorge
I’m in Perthshire, Scotland. Ostensibly, I’m on leave, but on holiday, if you’re lucky, the work you most need to do finds a way to catch up with you. Yesterday, my main job was walking up, around, and down The Birks of Aberfeldy.
‘Birks’...
The Equality of Absurdity
Life does not cease to be funny when people die any more than it ceases to be serious when people laugh.
- George Bernard Shaw
There are many things about British politics that I don’t like,1 but there is one thing that I love, and I ho...
The Epistemic Orchestra
On Monday, I attended the book launch of Bodies of Learning by Guy Claxton and Emily Poel.
It was great to meet Emily, who has teaching expertise in a range of embodied practices and kept the book grounded in ways it might not otherwise ha...
Howdy on the other side
I’m sad to hear of the passing of Jim Rutt, December 11, 1953 — May 27, 2026, as indicated in the Obaugh Funeral Home notification in McDowell, Virginia, where he lived.
“Howdy! I’m Jim Rutt, and this is The Jim Rutt Show.”
Then the drums...
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for The Joyous Struggle.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 75 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Chart Rankings
How this newsletter ranks in the official Substack charts.
| #242 | |
| #155 |
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Director @perspecteeva Interested in the relationship between systems, souls, and society. Author. Publisher. Chess Grandmaster. Scottish Londoner. Dad.
Social
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for The Joyous Struggle?
You can find recent issues that have been published by The Joyous Struggle 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 The Joyous Struggle have?
To see how many people subscribe to The Joyous Struggle, 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 The Joyous Struggle?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch The Joyous Struggle 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 The Joyous Struggle?
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 The Joyous Struggle using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to The Joyous Struggle?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like The Joyous Struggle. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact The Joyous Struggle?
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.