Zack Polanski and the Psychology of Hope

Why the Green Party's strapline is a work of staggering genius that could completely redefine how we feel about UK politics (whether the haters like it…

Apr 1 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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March 2026

What the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills can teach us about 'common enemy intimacy'

A study of bullying, malice, envy, and sacrificial lambs.

Mar 22 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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Gisèle Pelicot proved that women don't need a leader: we just need rage.

(Trigger warning: this post contains details of her case.)

Mar 8 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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February 2026

Grief is so silly!

Some important thoughts on quiche, clowns, and crying in M&S.

Feb 22 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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Someone did something dodgy to me, and I want to talk about it.

(And why it's ok for women to react sometimes.)

Feb 17 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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The men in Epstein's inbox dehumanised everyone. Including themselves.

Why mortal men who act like Gods are the world's biggest problem

Feb 8 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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"Find the others": the most honourable pursuit in life

This is my favourite quote of all time

Feb 5 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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January 2026

Are you too scared to talk to your family about Gaza?

Two thirds of people won't discuss social issues with their friends and family, and I'm not surprised.

Jan 15 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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December 2025

The Ozempic ‘debate’ is just women shouting at each other. Again.

Can we try shouting at someone else for a little while?

Dec 30, 2025

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October 2025

Come Dream With Me

A new (very) short story about what makes us feel safe.

Oct 12, 2025 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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January 2025

Welcome to what this is.

A newsletter that combines the two most ridiculous things in life: our minds, and society.

Jan 12, 2025 • Amy Charlotte Kean

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