Brenna Ehrlich

Brenna Ehrlich

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Brenna Ehrlich's claim to fame used to be a piece of odd trivia, that she grew up in Mystic, Connecticut-where "Mystic Pizza" was filmed. But after getting her MSJ at Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism, she hopes to make a name for herself writing about odd trivia instead.

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The Stories Behind 5 Familiar Voices

Note: This article was originally published in 2008, before Brenna wrote a book and went on to big things at Mashable. Server migration week continues, so forgive us for reposting a few oldies/goodies. You may not recognize the names or faces, but the voices you know. They might tell you to stand clear of closing doors, that your favorite show is coming up, or that it looks like rain. Read on to learn the stories behind five familiar voices. 1. The Game Show... READ ON

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Museums of the Mundane

We are obsessed with chronicling history—immortalizing the past behind glass in a bevy of beguiling museums. But while it makes sense that dinosaurs, mummies and Monet have become the bread and butter of curators across the globe, there are also plenty of museums that seek to show off stranger and much less enthralling fare. In fact, a lot of museums out there seem downright mundane. You'd be surprised how much culture you're getting just by rolling out of bed: 7am Sunday... READ ON

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The Evolution of Rod Blagojevich's Favorite Phrase

Back in 1967, tough-talking Chicago journalist Mike Royko concocted a new slogan for the City of Strong Shoulders—"Ubi Est Mea," or: "Where's mine?" Although Mike's phrase has had a good run, I think it's time the Windy City got a new Latin M.O., inspired by Illinois' favorite windbag, Governor Rod Blagojevich. "Carpe Momento," or: "Seize the moment." A look back at Blago's political career reveals a certain... READ ON

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10 Book Ideas for the Serial Killer on Your List

Books. They're the old standby for holiday gift giving, but let's face it, most of us aren't all that adept at picking out the perfect tome—even for our closest friends and most unestranged family members. But you know whom it would be totally easy to browse the bookstore for? Serial killers. Think about it—they have very specific (one might say obsessive) interests, lots of free time for reading, and they can't really return the gift if they don't find it... READ ON

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