News and analysis from an unabashedly progressive perspective, focusing on the intersection of politics, media and corporate power
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 686 | Founded | 5 years ago | Last Issue | 3 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
readtheorchard.orgLatest Issues
Manufacturing Petro-Populism with Abde Amr
Abde Amr, a senior investigations strategist for Greenpeace, joins the show to discuss a new report he co-authored on a shadowy network of oil and gas industry front groups that are shaping public perceptions of fossil fuels.
I’m fundrais...
ICYMI: Oct. 26 - Nov. 1
I’m fundraising to attend the UCP AGM in Calgary on Nov.
I’m fundraising to attend the UCP AGM in Calgary on Nov. 27 and 28 and am 11 paid subscribers away from my goal. If you value my work and would like to see me provide critical covera...
A Preview of the 2026 UCP AGM
Delegates to the 2024 UCP AGM in Red Deer vote overwhelmingly in favour of some resolution or another. Expect more of this in Calgary this year.
After the multimillion-dollar fiasco of Alberta’s referendum, the ruling United Conservative...
Indigenous communities in Alberta voted disproportionately to remain in Canada
Matthew Wildcat is the director of Indigenous governance at the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Native Studies. (Centre for Constitutional Studies)
This story was originally published in Alberta Native News.
Polling data from First Nat...
Why Unions Matter with Cole Rockarts
Los Angeles-based labour educator Cole Rockarts has a new book out today, Fired Up About Unions.
They join the podcast to talk about why Gen-Z is organizing their workplaces, the corporate onslaught against unionization and how to fight b...
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for The Orchard.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 80 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
SEO Reach
Where The Orchard ranks on Google, and how much search traffic it brings in.
| Ranked Keywords | 359 | Monthly Search Traffic | Top Keywords |
|---|
Chart Rankings
How this newsletter ranks in the official Substack charts.
| #167 |
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Edmonton-based journalist interested in politics, the media and corporate power. Author of the forthcoming Dark Phoenix: The Rise, Fall, and Re-emergence of Danielle Smith (October 2026).
Labour educator. (they/them/comrade)
I am a writer. I write things. https://t.co/2egL6O8q3V
The Hatchet
Social
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for The Orchard?
You can find recent issues that have been published by The Orchard 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 Orchard have?
To see how many people subscribe to The Orchard, 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 Orchard?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch The Orchard 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 Orchard?
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 Orchard using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to The Orchard?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like The Orchard. 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 Orchard?
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.