Ask Me Anything (AMA) is a Q&A format originating on 📝Reddit where a notable or interesting person invites the community to ask them questions in a 📝Text Post.
The format is anchored by the r/IAmA and r/AMA 📝subreddits, where participants introduce themselves and respond to questions submitted by 📝Redditors. The AMA has become one of Reddit's most recognizable cultural exports — the format has since been adopted across other platforms and media. Subjects range from celebrities and politicians to scientists, whistleblowers, and ordinary people with extraordinary experiences.
The format's appeal lies in its directness: the community controls the questions, and the most upvoted ones rise to the top, creating a crowdsourced interview. Notable AMAs have featured President Barack Obama, Bill Gates, and the scientists behind the Mars Curiosity Rover mission. Reddit's official Hosting an AMA guide provides structured guidance for those looking to host one.