Why is every rationalist blog post way too long?

The author of the blog post 'Why is every rationalist blog post way too long?' discusses the issue of lengthy blog posts in the rationalist community, giving personal anecdotes and insights from the author's own experiences. The author notes that they used to write shorter posts but have since found that longer posts allow for more in-depth discussion and exploration of complex topics. The author also mentions that they have seen a shift in the rationalist community towards longer posts, with many bloggers writing 5,000-10,000 word reviews of books, movies, and other media. The author attributes this trend to the influence of 'rationalist culture' and the desire to be seen as knowledgeable and intellectual. The author also notes that longer posts can be a way to establish authority and credibility in the community.