Michele Metych is the lead editor of Today in History newsletter, where she crafts delightful daily historical features that combine content expertise with a talent for storytelling.
At Britannica since 2009, Michele joined the Media department in 2023 as a script writer. She also previously served as supervisor of the Copy department. Michele has also written dozens of articles on diverse topics ranging from FEMA and marine debris to chef biographies.
She helps build partnerships with organizations, develops original media projects, and conducts research and interviews. She also created and hosted the Heritage Gourmet video series, which explores food traditions and cultural histories around the globe.
EDUCATION
Master of Arts in English Literature | Depaul University, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Arts in English, writing emphasis, minors in publishing, French, and criminal justice | Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO
IN MICHELE’S OWN WORDS…
I love investigating the extraordinary stories hidden in ordinary things, like the history of popcorn or what dolphins eat. Some of my most meaningful work has involved historical research to create a timeline of the American Revolution and a documentary on the 20-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
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How Invisible Aerosols Connect in Earth's Atmosphere
A Lost Generation: How One Artist Reconnects to Her Indigenous Heritage
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