Longform

Gwern.net is a personal, long-running research site by Gwern Branwen, an independent writer and self-taught researcher. The website gathers a vast collection of long-form essays, scientific explorations, experiments, and data analyses — spanning cognitive psychology, artificial intelligence, Bayesian inference, nootropics, digital preservation, literature generation, and more. Since 2010, Gwern has been publishing rigorously documented articles, often including full datasets, code (typically in Python or R), and interactive elements. The tone is scholarly but accessible, blending speculative ideas with solid methodology. Many entries are live documents, continuously updated as new research emerges. ...

Damn Interesting is a long-running publication dedicated to sharing strange-but-true tales from history, science, and technology. Founded by Alan Bellows in 2005, it features meticulously researched stories that dive into forgotten disasters, ingenious inventions, covert operations, and astonishing real-life twists. More than a blog, it’s a library of compelling nonfiction that feels like reading a novel. The site also offers a podcast that brings some of the most compelling stories to audio format. A must-read for lovers of obscure knowledge and expertly told narratives. ...