| brainwash.nl | Brainwash | Brainwash hosts interviews every two weeks with writers, journalists, or artists, who share their vision on the impact of societal issues. The Brainwash Festival provides a platform for discussions on current themes such as identity, sustainability, and technology, through Zomerradio on NPO Radio 1. Brainwash explores various themes, including the role of fathers in the modern family, mental health, and the trend of 'main character syndrome'. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | perspective 882 interview 1371 podcast 3328 festival 3804 theme 4015 research 8967 | |
| opzoeknaarhetnieuweverhaal.nl | Searching for the New Story | The platform publishes analyses and podcasts on current themes, including colonization, climate challenges and the changing education system. Furthermore, ‘Searching for the New Story’ offers book recommendations and ‘thinkers’ which present a broader range of ideas and perspectives. The website originated from the inspiration of the British historian Simon Schama and his ideas about a ‘fundamental lack of trust’ in the world and the need for new paradigms. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 Resources → Books 3936 | thinker 21 narrative 119 analysis 1615 podcast 3328 | |
| rhedensdorpsbelang.nl | Rhedens Dorpsbelang | The website provides news and messages about the municipal elections in Rheden 2026 and other local events. Visitors are encouraged to share their opinions and feedback with the organization, which values the input of residents. The archive contains newsletters and other messages from previous years. | Associations → Village Associations 152 | opinion 417 archive 2067 association 8562 membership 10442 news 15293 | Gelderland → Rheden 1637 |
| artsenauto.nl | zorgstem | The website publishes news about health, with articles from healthcare professionals and opinion pieces. There is attention for the Zorgstem of the Year, an initiative to nominate care professionals who actively contribute to awareness and change in healthcare. The website also addresses themes around security, with attention to the preparations of the Netherlands for a possible war and the deployment of healthcare professionals. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | opinion 417 article 6000 security 6655 care 12338 news 15293 | |
| pinkbullets.nl | pinkbullets.nl | One article discusses a proposed law in the United States that would award $2000 to students who report a transgender person using a school restroom. Another article describes a photo of a man dancing joyfully and then being ridiculed, which deeply affects the author. The site covers topics such as serendipity, fear of the unknown, and the stigmatization of mental health disorders. | Writing → Columnists 108 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | bill 163 psychology 777 perspective 882 politics 1259 photo 7778 | |
| dandyraffe.nl | Robert van Raffe | Robert van Raffe, operating under the pseudonym Dandy Raffe, is a multifaceted artist and philosopher with a background in illustration and philosophy. He studied illustration at the Willem de Kooning Academy and studied philosophy at the Erasmus University. Since 2014, he has worked as a teacher and coordinator at the Willem de Kooning Academy, alongside comic art creation. | Arts → Comics & Illustration 283 | philosophy 570 illustration 2447 teacher 2890 | |
| adoxography.nl | adoxography.nl | The website presents excerpts from news articles, including reporting on unfortunate events such as shootings with automatic weapons. There are also messages about social trends, such as ‘blue Monday’ and seeking love after a single status. The website contains texts about alcoholism, superstition, and controversial language use, often with a sarcastic undertone. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 Culture → Literature 3578 | alcohol 150 incident 335 language 2016 social media 3342 article 6000 | |
| meanderblog.nl | Folkert Buiter | The website offers columns in which Folkert Buiter shares his personal observations and opinions. Stories are presented, often with a personal and reflective perspective. A significant collection of poems by Folkert Buiter is available, with themes such as love, the sea, the land, and the beauty of nature. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | soul 355 heart 534 column 543 poem 1014 love 1240 story 8285 | Friesland → Schiermonnikoog 489 |
| a-zine.nl | A.ZINE | The magazine was founded by Merel Pit and features a wide range of articles, including portraits, columns, and stories about cities and landscapes. The content covers themes such as emancipation, emotions in the city, and the relationship between product design and urban planning, with examples like the Depot Boijmans and the ‘Randstad Riviera’. A.ZINE also organizes launches, such as the launch of ‘Mevr. De Architect’ on January 26, 2021, and offers various authors and publication dates. | | column 543 perspective 882 city 1875 architecture 3223 portrait 3685 article 6000 | |
| trujillo.nl | Geerten Thierry | The site offers drawings, including cartoons, ranging from protests by farmers to reflections on human shortcomings. There are drawings covering a wide range of topics, including animals, football, the media, life, language, and stories with famous people like Cruijff, Maradona, and Ado. The site also contains a blog, a book, and videos. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 Arts → Comics & Illustration 283 | humanity 59 drawings 1329 animal 2908 story 8285 | |
| schivor.nl | Schivor | On May 12, 2024, an article is presented about the outcome of the Eurovision Song Contest, where Switzerland as host country must invest a significant amount of 30 million euros. On May 11, 2024, a letter from a former member of parliament of D66, Fonda Sahla, is posted online, criticizing that this is a ‘self-made product’ and relates to ‘fake news’. On May 10, 2024, it is mentioned that Schivor’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest has been suspended due to an unknown incident, and rumors circulate about a confrontation with staff. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | npo 11 eurovision 15 incident 335 opinion 417 article 6000 blog 13392 | |
| oswinschneeweisz.nl | Oswin Schneeweisz | The website contains a collection of articles, including commentary on democracy and environmental issues. There are podcasts available that feature interviews and analyses on various themes, such as the career of a composer, opera singers, and community initiatives. The website provides access to books written by Oswin Schneeweisz, for example, about creating nature-friendly meadows. | Media & Communication → Commentary 12 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | politics 1259 podcast 3328 environment 4873 article 6000 history 7286 book 11396 | |
| christiaansblog.nl | Taktiek Communicatie | The blog contains a collection of diverse blog posts on a wide range of themes, from geopolitical events such as Ukraine’s role in the United Nations to analyses of television programs like ‘The Traitors’. Christiaan Roorda shares his personal thoughts and reflections on societal issues, such as the moral values of the population and the influence of the news. The blog is managed by Christiaan Roorda and created by Taktiek Communicatie, and was established in 2022. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 Social → Personal Blog 2718 | societal issues 12 current events 26 television program 65 blog posts 288 | |
| beter-samen.nl | beter samen | The website features a relationship test to identify problems in a relationship, such as a lack of playfulness and intimacy. Relationship therapy at 'beter samen' focuses on restoring connection and finding important values in the relationship. The website promotes Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) as an effective method for relationship therapy and offers a weekly column with advice on various life topics. | Relationships → Partnerships 481 | heart 534 column 543 connection 4007 relationship 4205 partner 4272 therapy 7448 | |
| dichtr.nl | Dichtr.nl | The website offers a large collection of thousands of poems, categorized into various themes such as love, nature and crime. Users can read poems for free and respond to other poems. Users can submit their own poems and have a chance to win an iPod Shuffle. | Online Services → Platforms 537 | respond 10 poem 1014 category 2316 | |
| collectiefeensgezind.nl | Collectief van Eensgezinden | The platform was started by Sterna Grasman, who serves as editor, writer, and podcast host, providing the content. The website is aimed at sharing personal stories and observations from residents of the Netherlands, with the goal of creating connections between like-minded individuals. Users can sign up, read and write columns, and use an ‘Eens!’ function to share their opinions and find others who share their perspectives. | Online Services → Platforms 537 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | columnist 38 reader 81 writer 525 podcast 3328 story 8285 | |
| paulsbrieven.nl | Paul's Brieven | The website publishes articles on various topics, including political parties (such as FvD), scientific debates about Covid and vaccinations, and criticism of geopolitical situations (Ukraine-Russia). The platform also contains a series of essays and aphorisms on topics such as overpopulation, the rule of law, and the role of the media. Individual reflection and societal criticism are also addressed. The website contains a significant amount of responses from readers to the published articles. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | criticism 28 response 81 letter 834 topic 1238 article 6000 | |
| krijst.nl | krewinkelkrijst | The site contains an archive of cartoons, often with provocative or controversial themes, such as criticism of the COVID-19 pandemic, political events, and social issues. In addition, it offers a blog with comments and reflections on past events, and a section with projects, including possibly illustrative work. An image bank is offered containing images on various topics, including historical events, places, and cultural themes. | Comics & Illustration → Comics 53 | corona 85 image bank 88 cartoon 160 archive 2067 blog 13392 | |
| bettercallsjuul.nl | BetterCallsJuul | The website publishes articles about political developments, such as the cabinet crisis and the positions of various political parties. Opinion pieces are presented by different authors, including Sjuul Paradijs and Theo Jongedijk, offering critical analyses and commentary on various topics. The website also contains news articles about societal issues, such as financial security, the North Sea flood and the influence of politicians in the media. | National Politics → Dutch Politics 217 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | second chamber 55 corona 85 opinion 417 politics 1259 cabinet 1730 news 15293 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| kamalbergman.nl | Kamal Bergman | The website presents texts about 'Escalating Sapiens', asking when humans gain the ability to kill or harm others. It features articles about ‘False echoes from the past’ and ‘Christmas with Premier Wilders,’ offering critical comments about the government. The website also includes articles on ‘Real Patriots,’ ‘One-Sided Individuals,’ ‘Democracy Tired,’ and criticism of ‘narrow-minded people and followers’. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 Literature → Stories 258 | critique 12 column 543 poem 1014 politics 1259 analysis 1615 story 8285 | |
| tussenroodengroen.nl | TussenRoodenGroen | The website provides a perspective on media and politics, encouraging readers to think critically about society. The blog covers a variety of topics, ranging from quantum physics to pet ownership, and invites the sharing of personal tips and research. TussenRoodenGroen emphasizes the importance of a cheerful and critical approach to everyday topics, with a wide range of subjects to engage diverse readers. | Digital → Alternative Culture 19 | human 140 insights 976 topic 1238 society 1376 recipe 5142 blog 13392 | |
| nicolesmet.nl | Nicole Smet | The website explores the question of what the essence is of people, organizations, and brands in the current context. Nicole Smet emphasizes the need to return to the core of an organization to trigger a movement towards change. The website links personal change, organizational change, and the importance of centralizing the human as the basis for success and a sustainable approach. | Leadership & Teamwork → Group Dynamics 36 | human 140 perspective 882 change 2580 brand 17737 | |
| annstrikje.nl | annstrikje.nl | The blog features columns in which Annelies Strikkers expresses her critical opinion on various issues, such as support for Ukraine and the witch hunt against the unvaccinated. There are dossier pages with research articles and factchecks, such as an analysis of Hugo’s theory of a ‘pandemic of the unvaccinated’ and a critical look at the concept of the ‘testing society’. The website also contains press conference questions and analyses related to coronavirus, for example, concerning the press conference of January 14, 2022. | Municipalities → Governance 1043 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | criticism 28 column 543 freedom 848 research 8967 | |
| ookgoedbezig.nl | N.V. | The website contains personal stories and reflections from the author, such as anecdotes about his grandson, the Koran, protocolization, family trees, and philosophy. The author explores various themes, including religion, values, human characteristics, and social trends, such as wappie movements and personal expressions. The blog encourages self-reflection and critical thinking by posing questions and sharing personal experiences. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | contribution 353 family tree 448 philosophy 570 perspective 882 question 2261 | |
| pixelpraat.nl | Pixelpraat | The website offers articles on topics such as marketing, hosting, web design, and other relevant subjects, with a focus on sharing knowledge and inspiration. Pixelpraat is a blog community comprised of an enthusiastic team of writers and experts with expertise in various fields. The blog aims to explore the fascinating world of technology, art, science, and all aspects in between, providing diverse and informative content. | Software → Online Services & Platforms 735 Freelancers → Writers 609 | writer 525 topic 1238 article 6000 technology 6816 blog 13392 | |
| postbanaal.nl | Postbanaal | The website presents a variety of articles and posts, ranging from comments on political events and the changing times to philosophical questions about the meaning of life. Postbanaal references various intellectual figures such as Arthur Schopenhauer, Georg Wilhelm Hegel, Immanuel Kant and Sigmund Freud, and uses them to offer reflections. The website uses tags to categorize various topics, including consumerism, sex, sport, and metaphysics. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 Culture → Philosophy 2057 | post 140 philosophy 570 topic 1238 article 6000 | |
| steveslines.nl | Steve Haverkamp | The website provides an overview of the ‘My Wall’ poetry collection, Steve Haverkamp’s first published collection containing more than 100 poems. Visitors can order the poems online. The website also includes links to Steve’s Lines’ Facebook and Instagram pages, where poems and other updates are shared. | Online Services → Platforms 537 | poetry 665 poem 1014 collection 7566 | |
| lucvermaat.nl | Lucvermaat | The website publishes match reports, including cup matches and other football events. It also features columns, often with a personal and humorous tone. The website includes a section with letters from readers, addressing various questions and comments. | | column 543 letter 834 match 3471 | Ridderkerk → Slikkerveer 27 |
| eventyr.nl | Pieter Rambags | The blog covers topics such as conspiracy theories, ‘mass immigration,’ and the situation in Gaza, with analyses and sources. Pieter Rambags delivers guest lectures at universities and colleges, demonstrating how data exposes misinformation. The website provides a form for feedback and corrections on the publications. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 Social Issues & Welfare → Social Issues 18544 | guest lecture 41 data 5872 blog 13392 | |