Meredith Danko
Joined: Aug 15, 2013
Former head writer of mental_floss on YouTube. Also writes for Crash Course and AFC Wimbly Wombly.
11 of the Best Rest Stops in the U.S.
The Origins of 10 LGBTQ+ Pride Flags
35 Lesser-Known Inventions of Famous Inventors
22 Things You Might Not Know About ‘Gilmore Girls’
The fast talking, coffee-loving mother-daughter duo became a pop culture sensation when 'Gilmore Girls' premiered in the early 2000s.
31 Fascinating Facts About Sharks
Whether you’re a ‘Jaws’ fanatic or just want to live every week like it’s Shark Week, you'll want to read up on these fascinating facts about sharks.
30 Strange Old-Timey Medical Treatments
From curing rabies with raw veal to using a red-hot poker to prevent nosebleeds, these treatments of old will make you especially thankful for science and modern medicine.
10 Misconceptions About Things That Can Kill You
From quicksand to free-falling elevators, these situations call for clear thinking.
32 Fascinating Harry Potter Word Etymologies
Do you know the meaning behind Harry Potter spells like Expelliarmus and Wingardium Leviosa? How about where Dumbledore’s name comes from, or the debated etymology of horcrux?
25 Facts About Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining'
Though Stanley Kubrick's 1980 classic 'The Shining' is widely considered one of the best Stephen King adaptations, the bestselling author himself isn't a fan.
70 Amazing Facts About Game of Thrones
Unaired pilots. Actor switcheroos. Abandoned storylines. Internet spoilers. Divorce threats. The world behind-the-scenes of 'Game of Thrones' is just as intriguing as the series itself.
23 Obsolete (Or Nearly Obsolete) Jobs
Thanks to developments in science and technology, you can't add jobs like slubber doffers and night soil men to your resume these days.
23 Facts About the Witness Protection Program
What exactly is the Witness Protection Program, and how does it work? Here's what you need to know about the secretive program.
24 Fascinating Facts About the Solar System
The solar system: It’s big, it’s heliocentric, and it’s got space junk to spare. Here are 24 out-of-this-world facts about the corner of space that’s home to Earth.
21 Ways School Was Different a Century Ago
School has come a long way since the 19th and 20th centuries. From corporal punishment to lunch to recess, here are just a few ways school was different a century ago.