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Psyche is a digital magazine launched in April 2020 by Aeon Media, which has offices in London, New York, and Melbourne. Aeon Media also publishes the magazine Aeon and runs Sophia Club, a "program of cultural events"..[1] Psyche describes itself as "a psychologically minded magazine offering insights and know-how on the human condition"[2]. It publishes a variety of content, including short-form and long-form articles and videos.

Aeon Media became a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-For-Profits Commission, in the categories of advancing culture and advancing education in 2016.[3]

Dr Christian Jarrett is the editor, he has written for WIRED, Psychology Today, BBC Future, The Guardian, The Times, Womankind, Aeon, Big Think, The Telegraph and many more publications[4].

History

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In April 2020 Psyche was established as a sister site to Aeon, which was founded in 2012 by Paul and Brigid Hains[5]. It is funded under the same charity, Aeon Media Group Limited. On 1 July 2016, Aeon Media Group Limited became a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-For-Profits Commission[6]

The magazine operates as part of Aeon Media’s charitable initiatives, aiming to make specialist knowledge accessible to a global audience.

Format

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Psyche is organised into three main sections: Therapeia, Eudaimonia, and Poiesis. Therapeia offers expert insights and practical advice on emotional and psychological challenges. Eudaimonia focuses on the question of how to live well, and Poiesis explores the artistic and imaginative aspects of life​[7] The magazine publishes content across three channels:

  • Ideas: Short articles from experts and writers that cover a wide range of topics.
  • Guides: In-depth, expert-written articles providing practical advice on various aspects of mental health and well-being.
  • Films: Immersive short films that explore different facets of human experience[8]

Contributors

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While most of the pieces are written by external authors, there are also articles written by internal staff including Christian Jarrett, Shayla Love and Matt Huston [9]. Other contributors include:

  • Nigel Warburton: A prominent philosopher known for his popular Philosophy Bites podcast. Warburton has authored several books, including “A Little History of Philosophy” and “Free Speech: A Very Short Introduction.” His contributions to Psyche reflect his deep engagement with philosophical questions and the human condition.[10]
  • Pam Weintraub: An experienced editor and writer specialising in psychology and neuroscience. Weintraub has previously worked at Discover Magazine and Psychology Today. She is also the author of “Cure Unknown: Inside the Lyme Epidemic,” which won the American Medical Writers Association book award in 2009.[11]
  • Dr. Emma Gilby: a respected scholar in the field of French literature, has published insightful articles in Psyche Magazine. Her work explores themes related to literature, philosophy, and the human condition, bringing a nuanced perspective to the magazine’s content[12]

Partnerships

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Psyche has an audio partnership with the audio app, Curio.[13]

Reception and Impact

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Psyche has become a respected source of information in the field, attracting a significant readership. The magazine’s weekly newsletter has over 84,000 subscribers, reflecting its broad appeal and impact.

References

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  1. ^ "About". Sophia Club. Retrieved 2024-06-03.
  2. ^ "Aeon Media". Aeon Media. Retrieved 2024-06-03.
  3. ^ "Aeon Media Group Limited | ACNC".
  4. ^ "Bio". Dr Christian Jarrett. 2020-01-13. Retrieved 2024-06-03.
  5. ^ "About". Aeon. Retrieved 2024-06-03.
  6. ^ "ACNC - Aeon Media Group Limited". Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  7. ^ "Psyche - Bias and Credibility". Media Bias/Fact Check. 2024-06-02. Retrieved 2024-06-03.
  8. ^ "About". Psyche. Retrieved 2024-06-03.
  9. ^ "Muck Rack". Retrieved 2024-06-03.
  10. ^ "People". Psyche. Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  11. ^ "Pam Weintraub". Psyche. Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  12. ^ "Dr Emma Gilby published in Psyche Magazine | Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics". www.mmll.cam.ac.uk. Retrieved 2024-07-23.
  13. ^ "Psyche on Curio". curio.io. Retrieved 2024-07-23.