Talk about the promise of AI is everywhere these days, but it's not the end all, be all of technology (in case you didn't know). MeFites have opinions about what those drawbacks could be, such as trig chiming in with a reminder that AI can't reason and Nibbly Fang noting what hap … | Continue reading
With the passing of Jesse Jackson, many people have been reflecting on the ways he shaped both individual lives and the broader culture. MeFite Ghidorah shares a thoughtful remembrance of encountering Jackson's simple but deeply radical message, "I am somebody", and realizing jus … | Continue reading
The Federal Communications Commission in the United States tried to keep StephenvColbert from airing his interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico on CBS. But it backfired: CBS pulled the segment to avoid regulatory trouble, but Colbert went and posted it online, where … | Continue reading
They say if you want people to click a link, you need a hook aka something irresistible that makes people click a link. So here's one for an absolutely amazing post: historical romance and people of color. Not as side characters. Not as afterthoughts. Center stage! Curious? Then … | Continue reading
Most of us know of George Washington Carver because of his work with peanuts and sweet potatoes, but did you know he was also into knitting, crocheting, and what he charmingly called "fancy work"? Some of his handmade pieces are still preserved and on display at Tuskegee Institut … | Continue reading
Valentine's Day is coming up, along with the usual assortment of think pieces about the romance industry. As a romance reader, Omnomnom has questions about said industry. MeFite jenettsilver (under a pen name that's not that username) has the lowdown on this huge, nuanced, and wi … | Continue reading
The world may seem bleak to you at the moment but change can happen. It just starts with you! So check out this rundown of underrated ways to change the world! It's all about digging past excuses, letting good intentions turn into action (even in small ways), and finding meaningf … | Continue reading
It's time for the annual violent ballet/ strategic chess match/ bizarre stoppage parade known as the Super Bowl! That means there will a ridiculous amount of food and over in AskMetaFilter, Toodles is looking for "the cheesiest, creamiest, greasiest, most dripping with fat and me … | Continue reading
The northern hemisphere may be chilly now, but spring will be here sooner than you think! That means it's a great time to join the 2026 Seed Swap, hosted by Bunglegirl! if you've got seeds to share, seeds you're searching for, or just curiosity about growing from scratch, this th … | Continue reading
Shout out to SparkyButtons and eight whole years of the MeFiCard Club! It's a lot of behind-the-scenes work for a whole lot of smiles, so stop on by to say thanks for keeping our mailboxes and spirits full. | Continue reading
Paduasoy has questions about canning factories in America in 1891. Luckily, Jane the Brown has answers on that history and how canning was about survival, but not in the way you might think! Hit the links to learn about the messy, sweaty work of communities working together. Be … | Continue reading
Do you feel emotionally fulfilled by a good timetable and a smooth departure? Then you'll want to hop on this Ask MetaFilter question about kid-friendly, train-centric trips outside the U.S. Of course you don't have to be a kid to enjoy it or mdonley's compelling case for experi … | Continue reading
Thinking about ditching Windows but not sure what comes after installing something new? MetaFilter member demi-octopus has written a guide to throwing Windows out the, um, window and installing Linux Mint. Over three posts, the why, how, and now what questions are covered to get … | Continue reading
Curious about how Blue Yodels, Jimmy Rodgers and a wild young yodeler named Whitey McPherson fit into the early roots of country/jazz/Western swing? Then click on this MetaFilter thread that dives into classic Rodgers clips, rare Rhythm Wreckers recordings, and how all this early … | Continue reading
Hey Scifi readers, how's your To Be Read pile doing? Hope it's on something sturdy, because Frowner's question in AskMetaFilter is about to add a lot to it, so here it is: Your personal best SFF read of 2025 was....Come for the recommendations, stay for the gentle peer pressure a … | Continue reading
Hello and Merry Soon To be Christmas! We're sharing links to recent posts related to the holiday, so let's get into it: First up is the The Metafilter Christmas MST3K/Rifftrax marathon, back for its 12th year of low-stress, slightly chaotic, tv watching from Dec 23–25 . Shared b … | Continue reading
EmpressCallipygos shares a nugget of wisdom about how to get balance out of life and get through your dreams/career. The heart of it comes from an unexpected college lesson: instead of clinging to one lifelong goal, choose a "spine for your life" aka a personal code or ethos you … | Continue reading
Come join this completely normal discussion about toast. 'Cause this MetaTalk thread dives deep into toaster discourse, toast doneness standards, appliance loyalty, and the quiet rage of uneven browning. If you've ever said "no, darker than that" at a kitchen appliance, you'll fe … | Continue reading
This MetaFilter thread digs into a Wall Street Journal article about some parents being baffled about why their adult kids want distance, without much reflection as to why that might be. The comments quickly (and thoughtfully) unpack various circumstances, especially this one by … | Continue reading
It's the Christmas season, which means Santas are popping up everywhere, but not all of them are bringing the magic. In a post by Wordshore, fellow MeFite thecincinnatikid recalls the moment he discovered the truth about Santa (spoiler: he's not real), thanks to a holiday experie … | Continue reading
'Tis the season for comfort rewatching, so grab your snacks and head over to FanFare to join Sam, Mr. Frodo and all the others as we immerse ourselves in the 2001 version of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. | Continue reading
Primaries engaged? CHECK! Plasma charged? CHECK! Active camouflage? CHECK! Ok, let's launch the best thrift store find ever! | Continue reading
Do you find "lefty loosely right tighty" confusing? Port and starboard still throwing you for a loop? Because a member has "been wondering if there is a term for when your brain consistently mixes up two of a thing?" MeFites may not know the term, but they've got plenty of intere … | Continue reading
It's been a rough stretch out there, both globally and locally, when it comes to politics. But this comment by brainwane about what she did after the November 2024 US election is a reminder that even amid the chaos, there are reasons to keep going. You don't have to solve everyth … | Continue reading
In a recent thread about the US bombing Iran, zirconium_encrusted shares an somber thought about war,its portrayal by politicians, and a harsh reminder of how the ruling class uses national conflicts for its own means. | Continue reading
MetaFilter has a lot of interesting people with a lot of different experiences that they're willing to share. Here's a couple of examples: Cosmic Dawn: NASA's James Webb Space Telescope NASA just dropped a new documentary, Cosmic Dawn, about the James Webb Space Telescope, and it … | Continue reading
Marie Curie left her mark on the world by being the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, the first person to win a Nobel Prize twice, and the only person to win a Nobel Prize in two scientific fields. She also literally left her mark, by working with radiation with her bare hands. T … | Continue reading
✨ So I'll do the one thing I can The link of the day is about poet and bus driver That Mack, a.k.a. That Mc Allen and his poem "Run One Seven Four". It's about love, community, and finding happiness in a role he never expected and how all that affects him when a gun is sighted Ta … | Continue reading
Looking for that slow scroll feeling? The kind of site or podcast that makes you feel like you're quietly gliding through a gallery with soft lighting and zero pressure? Then check out this Ask MetaFilter question: What blogs, websites, or podcasts feel like visiting an art museu … | Continue reading
Here's what's been popular on MetaFilter lately: Emahoy's lost works found If you don't know Emahoy Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou, you're missing out on one of the most beautiful stories in music. A new release is unearthing her early bluesy, freewheeling waltzes, which had been feared l … | Continue reading
Tired of reading advice that sounds like it was stitched together by a toaster with a thesaurus? We hear ya. That's why MetaFilter still hits different. It's full of actual people sharing their smarts, experiences, and sometimes glorious petty victories. Two recent threads over o … | Continue reading
Two links today that highlight the real life experience of members of MetaFilter: :emoji: Unions Won't Protect You From AI Long time member Jilder breaks down why unionizing isn't a universal fix for AI, how global gig work defies national protections, and why good writing matter … | Continue reading
No AI summaries, no corporate clickbait. Just real people sharing what they find interesting, weird, or wonderful. Here are two recent posts worth a click: ⚙️ Historical Tech Tree Ever wish real-world history had a tidy "tech tree" like in Civilization or Age of Empires? This pos … | Continue reading
Need a breather from al the AI generated stuff online? Then here are three posts, made by real live people, to check out: Spend a Minute in a Park (Without Leaving Your Screen) This short, peaceful video is exactly what it says on the tin: a quiet, green, leafy pause in the middl … | Continue reading
There's a lot going on about the future of the governance of MetaFilter, here's a quick checklist of threads discussing the issues: Discussion about the current and future bylaws Talk about how to run an election for new board members Introducing the MetaFilter Moderation Oversig … | Continue reading
No bots here, just real people collecting and sharing interesting links from around the web, aka MetaFilter. Come check out today's highlights, a duo of cultural throwbacks. Prince, Unplugged and Underrated Yes, that Prince. The Purple One. But this time, no vocals, no chart-topp … | Continue reading
Cathedral-sized caves, WWI cyclist soldiers, and the kind of commentary you only get when actual people are doing the writing. ️⛏️ Caves the Size of Cathedrals... Hidden in Plain Sight Tim Nichols and Dan Sandford love discovering and exploring caves. But it's their recent discov … | Continue reading
The Logistics of Road War in the Wasteland We're driving straight into Mad Max territory with a deep (and weirdly practical) look at the fuel math, supply chains, and maintenance madness of running a war rig across a post-apocalyptic hellscape. Or you know, maybe America in a few … | Continue reading
In AskMetaFilter, we've got another set of recommendations! This time it's for common items with uncommon quality and universal gift ideas that range from inexpensive to oh that's a lot, but all of the suggestions are great! ✨ Common Item, Uncommon Quality Someone recently asked: … | Continue reading
A draft of the proposed site bylaws is available for any member to review and comment on. | Continue reading
:emoji: If H.R. Giger Made HyperCard Stacks... Welcome to the dark, drippy dream world of the "vestigial sexual needs and kinks of the various biomechanical components of a self-aware post-human spaceship". It's like someone gave an '80s goth kid a Mac and told them to channel th … | Continue reading
No AI summaries here, just thoughtful and curious people helping other thoughtful and curious people. How Do You Set Yourself Up for Solo Aging Success? If you're aging without a partner or kids, you're not alone in being alone. In this refreshingly candid thread, a user asks for … | Continue reading
Today we're hanging out in AskMetaFilter to get our dopamine hit for satisfaction and pleasure, figuratively and literally. 'Cause sometimes, you just want to feel something! Looking for Sci-Fi That Hits a Little Too Close to Home? The post "Looking for science fiction that comme … | Continue reading
There's a fascinating post on the front page of Metafilter about Iceland's experiment with a four day work week. While a lot of people speculated it couldn't and wouldn't work, the results are in and they're eye opening! Two comments in particular illustrate why working less is p … | Continue reading
In response to about an AskMetaFilter question titled "When did airliner pilots stop drinking, on-the-job? Did they ever?", Jane the Brown posted a comment that touches on just a few subjects, such as the history of drinking and driving, alcohol culture of the 1970s, aviation and … | Continue reading
"Peg, we need a woman's song." "F*** off, I'm doing the accounts." In a delightful Q&A with The Guardian, folk legend Peggy Seeger reflects on her life, music, and activism. Click the link if you're into music history, feminist icons, or just love a good quote. :emoji: ICE Is Run … | Continue reading
The final three episodes of the critically acclaimed and fan favorite show Andor have dropped and MeFites are chiming in with their thoughts: Episode 10: "Make It Stop" The ISB closes in. Luthen scrambles. Kleya delivers. It's less pew-pew, more creeping dread—and it works brilli … | Continue reading
In a recent MetaTalk thread titled "Earliest musical memory?", members are sharing their first memories of music, prompted by a WBUR radio segment featuring music historian George Hewitt, who recalls Patsy Cline as his earliest musical memory. Come join in as people share persona … | Continue reading