2.5M+ followers1M+ avg views per video65K+ newsletter readers

Put your brand where curiosity lives

Sponsor Mini Philosophy with Jonny Thomson and Big Think to reach 2.5 million intellectually curious professionals across video, podcast, newsletter, and editorial. An audience that rewards substance over hype.

Custom sponsorship packages tailored to your campaign goals.

Why teams switch

Most ad environments interrupt. This one invites.

Brands struggle to reach thoughtful, high-intent audiences in places that feel authentic. Mini Philosophy solves that.

The old way

  • ×Ad environments optimized for interruption, not engagement
  • ×Hard to find brand-safe media with both mass reach and intellectual credibility
  • ×Fragmented audiences across disconnected platforms make integrated campaigns difficult
  • ×Educational content that is either too academic or too shallow for mainstream appeal
  • ×Limited access to creators who communicate complex ideas naturally

The Mini Philosophy way

  • +Sponsorships designed to feel additive to the audience experience, not interruptive
  • +Premium editorial environment backed by Big Think with mass social reach
  • +Cross-platform distribution across YouTube, Instagram, Substack, podcast, and owned media
  • +Jonny Thomson translates complex ideas into accessible, engaging content at scale
  • +Integrated campaigns across video, newsletter, podcast, and custom editorial from one partner

Capabilities

Five ways to reach a thinking audience

Mix and match across platforms for an integrated campaign that meets your audience where they already engage.

1.

Short-form video sponsorships

3-5 philosophy videos published weekly across YouTube and Instagram, averaging over 1 million views each.

2.

Podcast integrations

Long-form conversations with leading thinkers and cultural voices, with a new podcast launching soon.

3.

Newsletter advertising

Weekly essays delivered to 65,000+ engaged readers on Substack who value depth and substance.

4.

Custom editorial partnerships

Creator-led branded content with Jonny Thomson, designed to align naturally with learning and personal growth themes.

5.

Multi-platform campaigns

Integrated activations across video, social, newsletter, and editorial from a single, cohesive media property.

Featured conversations with

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Getting started

From first call to live campaign

Start fast and see the difference within weeks.

1.

Book a strategy call

Tell us your goals, target audience, and campaign timeline. We map your brand to the right formats and platforms.

2.

Design your sponsorship package

Choose from video, podcast, newsletter, editorial, or multi-platform integrations. Pricing is customized based on platform mix, campaign length, and deliverables.

3.

Launch across platforms

Jonny Thomson and the Big Think team produce content that weaves your brand into conversations about ideas, meaning, and modern life.

2.5M+Total followers across platforms
1M+Average views per video
65K+Newsletter readers
3-5New short-form videos per week

How we compare

What sets this audience apart

Mini PhilosophyTypical influencer channels
Mass social reach paired with editorial credibility+×
Brand-safe, publisher-backed environment under Big Think+×
Audience of highly educated, intellectually curious professionals+×
Cross-platform integration from a single partner+×
Creator who translates complex ideas into accessible content at scale+×
Sponsorships designed to feel additive, not interruptive+×

FAQ

Common questions from sponsors

What is Mini Philosophy?+

Mini Philosophy is a philosophy-focused media property created by Jonny Thomson and published by Big Think that makes timeless ideas accessible and relevant for modern audiences.

Who is Jonny Thomson?+

Jonny Thomson is a bestselling author and one of the world's leading philosophy creators online, known for translating complex ideas into engaging and practical content. He is a former Oxford philosophy teacher whose books have been translated into 22 languages.

What platforms does Mini Philosophy publish on?+

Mini Philosophy publishes across YouTube, Instagram, Substack, podcast platforms, and Big Think's owned media channels.

What types of sponsorships are available?+

Available opportunities include podcast integrations, short-form video sponsorships, newsletter ads, custom editorial collaborations, and multi-platform branded partnerships.

What audience does Mini Philosophy reach?+

Mini Philosophy reaches highly educated, intellectually curious, self-improvement-oriented professionals who seek depth in a world of noise. They value lifelong learning, critical thinking, and meaningful work, and reward brands that respect their intelligence.

How large is the audience?+

The property reaches more than 2.5 million followers, averages over 1 million video views per video, and has more than 65,000 newsletter readers.

Can sponsors create custom campaigns?+

Yes. Sponsors can collaborate on custom creator-led campaigns with Jonny Thomson, editorial partnerships, and integrated cross-platform activations.

Is the content brand-safe?+

Yes. Mini Philosophy operates within Big Think's premium editorial ecosystem and focuses on thoughtful, educational, and culturally relevant content.

Next step

Reach an audience that thinks for itself

Book a call to explore sponsorship opportunities across video, podcast, newsletter, and editorial with Mini Philosophy and Big Think.

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