MetaFilter is a community weblog website where members can post and discuss a wide variety of topics and links. It was founded in 1999 and has since grown to become one of the internet’s most respected and influential conversation hubs. Users can submit links to articles, videos, and podcasts, and then engage in discussion with other members about the content. The website is moderated to ensure that the community remains civil and engaged, and popular discussions often involve topics related to current events, technology, pop culture, and more. It has an active user community and is considered a place for thoughtful, intelligent discussion on a diverse range of subjects.

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