Reading

This article argues that nutrition studies are often unreliable because they rely on inaccurate self-reported data and can be easily manipulated. via FiveThirtyEight

The spread of ignorance is deliberately engineered, a concept explored through the lens of agnotology, a term coined by Robert Proctor during his research on the tobacco industry. via BBC Future

Scientists say saying "um" and "uh" can actually help listeners focus and better understand speech. via Nautilus.

This review explores the flavor profile of Brooklyn Brewery's Insulated Dark Lager, a seasonal fall-winter beer. via Eater

Tim Ferriss's blog post summarizes his 2016 New Year's resolutions, including travel and fitness goals, and features an audio episode of The Random Show with Kevin Rose. via The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss

Bon Appétit provides four stock recipes from chef Camille Becerra that can elevate your cooking and are easy to make. via Bon Appétit.

A video shows baby Easton trying bacon for the first time on Christmas morning.

Taylor Pearson shares their ten most influential reads of 2015, covering topics from business to writing to science. via taylorpearson.me

Author Leo Babauta reflects on his year by reviewing his travel, files, purchases, and journal entries as a way to close out the year.

via Zen Habits

Jersey City Eats reviews Dolma, a new Mediterranean restaurant known for its unique and flavorful dishes. via Jersey City Eats.

This 2015 article from FiveThirtyEight examines the "diploma divide" between Republican primary voters in the 2016 election. via FiveThirtyEight

"What to Think About Machines That Think" and "This Idea Must Die" are among the thought-provoking titles from The Edge Foundation.