DOUBLEBLIND MAGAZINE ISSUE 1

ISSUE 1 : In DoubleBlind's inaugural issue, journey from the coast of Big Sur, where reporter Zachary Slobig explores the relationship between apathy towards nature and the climate crisis, to the Ecuadorian Amazon, where photojournalist Nicola Okin spends time with indigenous communities who are using plant medicines to heal from foreign oil and mining extraction // we also speak to racial disparities expert Monnica Williams about how MDMA might be used to address the trauma of racism // take a look at what the psychedelic industry can learn from the cannabis industry's mistakes. Plus stories, poetry, photography, art, and so much more.

DoubleBlind is a print magazine and digital media platform at the forefront of the modern psychedelic movement. Founded by journalists Shelby Hartman and Madison Margolin, DoubleBlind offers thoughtful, accessible, and rigorously researched storytelling around psychedelics, consciousness, and mental health. 

DoubleBlind operates at the intersection of media, education, and advocacy. Through their print issues, online articles, courses, and community events, they explore how psychedelics intersect with everything from trauma healing and Indigenous wisdom, to drug policy reform, bioethics, and ecological awareness. Their mission is to elevate public discourse and equip people with reliable information in an era of increasing interest—and misinformation—around psychedelics.

Each issue of DoubleBlind is a beautifully designed, collectible print publication filled with long-form journalism, essays, interviews, photo essays, poetry, and visual art. Expect deep dives into topics such as:

The latest research on psychedelic-assisted therapy.
Profiles of underground healers, scientists, and activists.
Reflections on spirituality, mysticism, and altered states.
Analyses of policy shifts and the psychedelic industry boom.
Ethical concerns and Indigenous perspectives.
Practical guides for safe and intentional use.

DoubleBlind invites readers into a nuanced, grounded, and often poetic conversation about what it means to heal, connect, and expand our awareness in a complex world.