welcome to the spectacle
These days, I describe the spectacle as a ‘world news and culture’ magazine which shines a light on topics which need more attention but really I just write what I want whenever I feel like it. My work just happens to go in that direction.
When I started writing the magazine in 2024, it was just an outlet for me to dissect the absurdities of our world. A friend suggested I try Substack—I didn’t even know what the platform was at the time, but I gave it a go anyway. Before I knew it, 100 people were reading my work. Then it was 500. Then 1,000. Now it’s almost 5000 subscribers. That’s like…an entire stadium of engaged readers following my scribblings which is a truly mind-boggling thought for me.
What’s even more exciting is the pace at which this community is growing. Currently, we’re adding about 500 new readers every month. With this growth of course comes responsibility, and I understand I am being handed a very big megaphone.
With that megaphone, I intend to keep doing what I’ve always done really: shining that light on the stories and perspectives that Western mainstream media either neglects or actively ignores. There’s so much we’re not told, but once you begin to observe the spectacle, it’s almost impossible to look away.
Stay informed. Don’t turn away.
who am I?
My name is Deaglan, and I’m an Irish writer. At 30 years old, I’ve had the unique privilege of growing up across the globe in a diplomatic family. This upbringing allowed me to learn new languages, explore new cultures and viewpoints, make new friends, broaden my horizons, and continuously grow.
what to expect:
Don't know about you but my email inbox is my temple. It’s clean, it’s orderly and its space is precious. That’s why I’ll only send you a couple of articles each week.
the microscope 🔬
the microscope is a section in the Magazine is where we dig much deeper—longer, more serious articles and detailed analyses that try to get to the heart of the issues. These pieces take more time to create and are exclusive to paid subscribers. If you’d like to support my work and enjoy the more in-depth reporting, consider upgrading.
join the community
My vision for the spectacle is to be more than just a newsletter—I want to build a community of those across the globe from various all backgrounds where we can discuss our world openly and honestly.
Our chat has just been launched too. Should be a space where subscribers discuss world politics, exchange ideas, get involved in some good banter when things are going on.
