Cut Off the Spigot
@cutoffthespigot.bsky.social
Doing the research so you don't have to!
Sharing alternatives to big corps, badly behaving companies & private equity firms.
Articles, other platform links, & more info: https://lnk.bio/cutoffthespigot
Sharing alternatives to big corps, badly behaving companies & private equity firms.
Articles, other platform links, & more info: https://lnk.bio/cutoffthespigot
Wanna avoid Amazon, Walmart and Target this holiday season but still need kids toys?
Check out my latest video! Part 2 coming soon with Sustainable options 😁
Sources and more info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s...
#weaintbuyingit #blackoutthesystem #blackfriday #cybermonday
Check out my latest video! Part 2 coming soon with Sustainable options 😁
Sources and more info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s...
#weaintbuyingit #blackoutthesystem #blackfriday #cybermonday
November 26, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Wanna avoid Amazon, Walmart and Target this holiday season but still need kids toys?
Check out my latest video! Part 2 coming soon with Sustainable options 😁
Sources and more info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s...
#weaintbuyingit #blackoutthesystem #blackfriday #cybermonday
Check out my latest video! Part 2 coming soon with Sustainable options 😁
Sources and more info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s...
#weaintbuyingit #blackoutthesystem #blackfriday #cybermonday
Where to shop for Hannukah supplies & Judaica *without* supporting Israel!
Featuring Jewitches, Narrow Bridge Candles, Pushcart Judaica and Divine Chocolate.
Sources and more info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#hanukkah #hannukah #chanukah
Featuring Jewitches, Narrow Bridge Candles, Pushcart Judaica and Divine Chocolate.
Sources and more info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#hanukkah #hannukah #chanukah
November 24, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Where to shop for Hannukah supplies & Judaica *without* supporting Israel!
Featuring Jewitches, Narrow Bridge Candles, Pushcart Judaica and Divine Chocolate.
Sources and more info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#hanukkah #hannukah #chanukah
Featuring Jewitches, Narrow Bridge Candles, Pushcart Judaica and Divine Chocolate.
Sources and more info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#hanukkah #hannukah #chanukah
Where to shop: Black Santa & black-themed holiday items for Christmas and Kwanzaa! All black-owned options 😁
More details & information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
More details & information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
November 23, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Where to shop: Black Santa & black-themed holiday items for Christmas and Kwanzaa! All black-owned options 😁
More details & information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
More details & information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
Need holiday decorations but don't want to shop at Amazon or Home Depot?
Don't fret - there are plenty of options including thrifting, local & Hanukkah decor.
Even more ideas in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#holidaydecorations #holidayshopping #christmasdecorations
Don't fret - there are plenty of options including thrifting, local & Hanukkah decor.
Even more ideas in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#holidaydecorations #holidayshopping #christmasdecorations
November 17, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Need holiday decorations but don't want to shop at Amazon or Home Depot?
Don't fret - there are plenty of options including thrifting, local & Hanukkah decor.
Even more ideas in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#holidaydecorations #holidayshopping #christmasdecorations
Don't fret - there are plenty of options including thrifting, local & Hanukkah decor.
Even more ideas in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#holidaydecorations #holidayshopping #christmasdecorations
Cut Off the Spigot's Official Take on #HolidayShopping:
1. Reduce overall holiday shopping with big corps to maximize impact
2. Prioritize Local & Small Business
3. Holidays are for joy and connection, not just presents. We need joy & connection to keep fighting 💪
I'm here for you! 💙
1. Reduce overall holiday shopping with big corps to maximize impact
2. Prioritize Local & Small Business
3. Holidays are for joy and connection, not just presents. We need joy & connection to keep fighting 💪
I'm here for you! 💙
November 17, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Cut Off the Spigot's Official Take on #HolidayShopping:
1. Reduce overall holiday shopping with big corps to maximize impact
2. Prioritize Local & Small Business
3. Holidays are for joy and connection, not just presents. We need joy & connection to keep fighting 💪
I'm here for you! 💙
1. Reduce overall holiday shopping with big corps to maximize impact
2. Prioritize Local & Small Business
3. Holidays are for joy and connection, not just presents. We need joy & connection to keep fighting 💪
I'm here for you! 💙
New logo just dropped today, which means there's a LOT more coming.
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Get a paid membership now & unlock benefits like voting on merch concepts and early access.
Learn more: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/new-logo-l...
Like MERCH and a website to make it easier to find information and resources.
Get a paid membership now & unlock benefits like voting on merch concepts and early access.
Learn more: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/new-logo-l...
November 12, 2025 at 10:01 PM
New logo just dropped today, which means there's a LOT more coming.
Like MERCH and a website to make it easier to find information and resources.
Get a paid membership now & unlock benefits like voting on merch concepts and early access.
Learn more: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/new-logo-l...
Like MERCH and a website to make it easier to find information and resources.
Get a paid membership now & unlock benefits like voting on merch concepts and early access.
Learn more: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/new-logo-l...
Need diapers but don't know what brands are good (or aren't secretly owned by a giant company)?
Check out my latest video!
For even more brands I looked at, check out my articles: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-bra..., cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-ret...
Check out my latest video!
For even more brands I looked at, check out my articles: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-bra..., cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-ret...
November 7, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Need diapers but don't know what brands are good (or aren't secretly owned by a giant company)?
Check out my latest video!
For even more brands I looked at, check out my articles: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-bra..., cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-ret...
Check out my latest video!
For even more brands I looked at, check out my articles: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-bra..., cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-ret...
Need physical media but don't know where to shop?
Check out my latest video for independent and online options - including TWO ⭐100% employee-owned record⭐ stores!
More info & other companies I looked at here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #cds #records #vinyl
Check out my latest video for independent and online options - including TWO ⭐100% employee-owned record⭐ stores!
More info & other companies I looked at here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #cds #records #vinyl
November 2, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Need physical media but don't know where to shop?
Check out my latest video for independent and online options - including TWO ⭐100% employee-owned record⭐ stores!
More info & other companies I looked at here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #cds #records #vinyl
Check out my latest video for independent and online options - including TWO ⭐100% employee-owned record⭐ stores!
More info & other companies I looked at here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #cds #records #vinyl
Wanna build out your physical media library on the cheap? Check out my latest video - all secondhand options, free or low cost!
More information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #CDs #records #vinyl
More information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #CDs #records #vinyl
October 31, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Wanna build out your physical media library on the cheap? Check out my latest video - all secondhand options, free or low cost!
More information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #CDs #records #vinyl
More information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #CDs #records #vinyl
*UPDATE* In my original #Crunchyroll alternatives video, I missed that Netflix also uses OOONA.
Thanks to everyone who flagged - I updated the video to reflect this.
Hope you still find it helpful! More info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
Thanks to everyone who flagged - I updated the video to reflect this.
Hope you still find it helpful! More info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
October 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
*UPDATE* In my original #Crunchyroll alternatives video, I missed that Netflix also uses OOONA.
Thanks to everyone who flagged - I updated the video to reflect this.
Hope you still find it helpful! More info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
Thanks to everyone who flagged - I updated the video to reflect this.
Hope you still find it helpful! More info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
Cancelled Disney+ and don't know where to stream kids shows? Or want to find safer alternatives to YouTube videos?
The answers are here!
Sources and more platform details in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
The answers are here!
Sources and more platform details in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
October 22, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Cancelled Disney+ and don't know where to stream kids shows? Or want to find safer alternatives to YouTube videos?
The answers are here!
Sources and more platform details in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
The answers are here!
Sources and more platform details in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
Want to shop for Halloween costumes & decorations but don't want to go to Spirit Halloween? Cut Off the Spigot has you covered!
Check out local thrift and costume stores for even more options.
Sources & addt'l info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/bonus-wher...
#halloweencostumes
Check out local thrift and costume stores for even more options.
Sources & addt'l info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/bonus-wher...
#halloweencostumes
October 16, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Want to shop for Halloween costumes & decorations but don't want to go to Spirit Halloween? Cut Off the Spigot has you covered!
Check out local thrift and costume stores for even more options.
Sources & addt'l info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/bonus-wher...
#halloweencostumes
Check out local thrift and costume stores for even more options.
Sources & addt'l info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/bonus-wher...
#halloweencostumes
Looking for FREE streaming options after cancelling Disney+ and Hulu? Check out my latest video - featuring library services @hoopladigital.bsky.social, Kanopy, MyFilmFriend; platforms PBS Kids and Distro TV.
Use your library! #bannedbooksweek
Use your library! #bannedbooksweek
October 8, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Looking for FREE streaming options after cancelling Disney+ and Hulu? Check out my latest video - featuring library services @hoopladigital.bsky.social, Kanopy, MyFilmFriend; platforms PBS Kids and Distro TV.
Use your library! #bannedbooksweek
Use your library! #bannedbooksweek
Wanna know where you can stream TV shows and movies now that you've cancelled Disney+ and Hulu? Check out @dropout.tv, @pbs.org, Viki, and @mhzchoice.bsky.social! More platform details and device compatibility in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/cancelled-... #disney #hulu #jimmykimmel
September 30, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Wanna know where you can stream TV shows and movies now that you've cancelled Disney+ and Hulu? Check out @dropout.tv, @pbs.org, Viki, and @mhzchoice.bsky.social! More platform details and device compatibility in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/cancelled-... #disney #hulu #jimmykimmel
Where to shop for BRAS - with size inclusive brands! For sources and even more companies I looked at, check out my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s... #bras #brashopping #brafitting #sportsbras #wirelessbras #comfortablebras #nursingbras #consciousconsumer
September 19, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Where to shop for BRAS - with size inclusive brands! For sources and even more companies I looked at, check out my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s... #bras #brashopping #brafitting #sportsbras #wirelessbras #comfortablebras #nursingbras #consciousconsumer
Want to switch from Spotify but aren't sure about YouTube Music? Turns out - Google is not so great! Sources and more info in my article: open.substack.com/pub/cutoffth... #spotify #spotifyalternatives #youtubemusic #youtube #google #musicstreaming #musicplatforms #consciousconsumer
September 16, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Want to switch from Spotify but aren't sure about YouTube Music? Turns out - Google is not so great! Sources and more info in my article: open.substack.com/pub/cutoffth... #spotify #spotifyalternatives #youtubemusic #youtube #google #musicstreaming #musicplatforms #consciousconsumer
Knitters, crocheters, and general yarn enthusiasts - fear not, yarn shop deep dive is here! (hopefully I did yarn more justice than SciShow did 😆) For even MORE companies I took a look at, check my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/crafting-s... #yarn #knitters #crochet #knitting #crocheters
September 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Knitters, crocheters, and general yarn enthusiasts - fear not, yarn shop deep dive is here! (hopefully I did yarn more justice than SciShow did 😆) For even MORE companies I took a look at, check my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/crafting-s... #yarn #knitters #crochet #knitting #crocheters
Fabric lovers unite! Here is crafting supplies part 2 - Fabric deep dive! For even more fabric companies I looked at, check out my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/crafting-s... #fabric #sewing #fabricstores #quilting #fabrichshopping
September 15, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Fabric lovers unite! Here is crafting supplies part 2 - Fabric deep dive! For even more fabric companies I looked at, check out my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/crafting-s... #fabric #sewing #fabricstores #quilting #fabrichshopping
Now that Joann's has closed, are you looking for crafting alternatives? Check out my Part 1 for good options! For even MORE companies I looked at - read my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/crafting-s... #crafting #craftsupplies #joanns #creativereusecenter #artsupplies
September 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Now that Joann's has closed, are you looking for crafting alternatives? Check out my Part 1 for good options! For even MORE companies I looked at - read my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/crafting-s... #crafting #craftsupplies #joanns #creativereusecenter #artsupplies
Although I originally made this video for Pride month, you can shop these awesome LGBTQIA+ shops all year long! More info in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s... #pride #pridegear #LGBTQIA #queer
September 15, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Although I originally made this video for Pride month, you can shop these awesome LGBTQIA+ shops all year long! More info in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s... #pride #pridegear #LGBTQIA #queer
Aren't sure about Apple Music? Check out my deep dive!
#spotifyalternatives #spotify #apple #applemusic #consciousconsumer #musicstreaming #musicplatforms
#spotifyalternatives #spotify #apple #applemusic #consciousconsumer #musicstreaming #musicplatforms
September 14, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Aren't sure about Apple Music? Check out my deep dive!
#spotifyalternatives #spotify #apple #applemusic #consciousconsumer #musicstreaming #musicplatforms
#spotifyalternatives #spotify #apple #applemusic #consciousconsumer #musicstreaming #musicplatforms
Want to switch from Spotify but don't want to miss out on podcasts? Check out Podcast Republic, AntennaPod, Pocketcasts, and Overcast. Even more reviewed here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-with-... #spotify #spotifyalternatives #podcasts #podcastapps #podcastplayer
September 14, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Want to switch from Spotify but don't want to miss out on podcasts? Check out Podcast Republic, AntennaPod, Pocketcasts, and Overcast. Even more reviewed here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-with-... #spotify #spotifyalternatives #podcasts #podcastapps #podcastplayer
Want to stream music and audiobooks for free but don't want to use Spotify? Check out Freegal, Hoopla, Libby, Radio Paradise, and Radio Garden! All ad-free except Radio Garden. #musicstreaming #spotify #spotifyalternatives #useyourlibrary #libraryservices #freemusicstreaming #freeaudiobooks
September 14, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Want to stream music and audiobooks for free but don't want to use Spotify? Check out Freegal, Hoopla, Libby, Radio Paradise, and Radio Garden! All ad-free except Radio Garden. #musicstreaming #spotify #spotifyalternatives #useyourlibrary #libraryservices #freemusicstreaming #freeaudiobooks
Turns out - Deezer is bad! Soundcloud and Bandcamp are okay but Pandora is also not recommended. Free options in Part 3! #deezer #soundcloud #bandcamp #musicplatforms #musicstreaming #spotify #spotifyalternatives #supportartists #supportmusicians
September 14, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Turns out - Deezer is bad! Soundcloud and Bandcamp are okay but Pandora is also not recommended. Free options in Part 3! #deezer #soundcloud #bandcamp #musicplatforms #musicstreaming #spotify #spotifyalternatives #supportartists #supportmusicians
Want to switch from Spotify but don't know how the other platforms stack up? Cut Off the Spigot recommends Qobuz, and you can easily transfer with Soundiiz. Part 1 of MANY! #spotify #spotifyalternatives #qobuz #tidal #musicstreaming #supportartists #supportmusicians #music
September 14, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Want to switch from Spotify but don't know how the other platforms stack up? Cut Off the Spigot recommends Qobuz, and you can easily transfer with Soundiiz. Part 1 of MANY! #spotify #spotifyalternatives #qobuz #tidal #musicstreaming #supportartists #supportmusicians #music