Garin Pirnia

Joined: Jan 22, 2015

Garin, a name that according to Garin's mom means "high priestess of the written word," is a freelance arts and culture writer. Some of her work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Esquire, and The Wall Street Journal. Currently, she owns only one cat but dreams of the day when she can live on a ranch in Colorado with 50 more cats.

Raccoon dogs are neither raccoons nor dogs, discuss.

12 Surprising Facts About Raccoon Dogs

Only 1.2 Percent of People Got a Perfect Score on This Photographic Memory Test—See If You Can

Why Do Cats Leave Their Mouths Open After Smelling Something?

15 Wild Facts About 'Yellowstone'

10 Facts About Snoopy

Snoopy debuted in Charles M. Schulz’s ‘Peanuts’ comic strip on October 4, 1950, though it took a month for him to get a name. And nearly a year before he became Charlie Brown’s dog.

Rosanna Arquette and Madonna in 'Desperately Seeking Susan' (1985).

12 Facts About 'Desperately Seeking Susan'

When filming began on 'Desperately Seeking Susan,' Madonna was an up-and-coming singer. By the time shooting wrapped, she was a bona fide superstar.

12 Wild Facts About Guns N' Roses's 'Appetite for Destruction'

On July 21, 1987, Guns N’ Roses unleashed their first studio album, 'Appetite for Destruction,' and changed the face of '80s rock.

6 Things You Might Not Know About Ice Cream Sandwiches

It has been more than 120 years since the ice cream sandwich was first invented. In that time, the treat has evolved—and dozens of other countries have adopted the frozen treat to their own tastes.

Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones in 'Men in Black.'

15 Facts About 'Men in Black'

Forget everything you thought you knew about the Oscar-winning alien comedy franchise, which premiered 25 years ago.

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How Charlie Chaplin Changed Paternity Laws in America

In 1943, Charlie Chaplin became embroiled in a famously scandalous paternity suit that would change the future of family law in America.

John Cusack in 'Better Off Dead' (1985).

12 Better Facts About 'Better Off Dead'

Audiences loved the cult teen comedy. John Cusack? Not so much. Here are some facts about 'Better Off Dead.'

Two icons—Katharine Hepburn and Barbra Streisand—shared a Best Actress Oscar in 1969.

6 Times There Were Ties at the Oscars

Split decisions happen. They're just not a common occurrence. Here are six times they happened at the Oscars.

12 Surprising Facts About Red Dawn

On August 10, 1984, 'Red Dawn' stormed into theaters and made history as the first-ever PG-13 film. Wolverines!

Think beyond the Thanksgiving leftover sandwich.

45 Brilliant Uses For Thanksgiving Leftovers

Instead of pushing untouched stuffing and turkey into the depths of the fridge, try out these Thanksgiving leftover ideas to spread Turkey Day cheer a little bit longer.

Melissa Gilbert stars in Little House on the Prairie.

42 Big Facts About Little House on the Prairie

'Little House on the Prairie' was television at its most wholesome, but that doesn't mean that everything that went down behind-the-scenes was PG-rated.

25 Facts About Lethal Weapon

You're never too old for this sh*t!