Slate Star Codex

Slate Star Codex was a popular blog written by psychiatrist Scott Alexander that explored topics like science, philosophy, society, and mental health. It combined thoughtful analysis with humor and personal insight, encouraging critical thinking and open-minded discussion. The blog gained a large community of readers interested in understanding complex ideas through clear, nuanced writing. In 2020, it was taken offline for privacy reasons, but its influence persists through archives and discussions inspired by its thoughtful approach to controversial and difficult topics.