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Stacy Fernández is a freelance writer, project manager and communications specialist. She’s worked at The Texas Tribune, The Dallas Morning News and run social for The Education Trust New York. Her favorite hobby is finding hidden gems at the thrift store, she loves a good audio book and is a chocolate enthusiast.

Stacy Fernandez

Two panel design with a woman looking down next to an image of someone struggling to open a jar of pickles

‘You just taught me something’: Woman tries to open a jar of Mt. Olive pickles for 3 days. Then she finds out the right way to do it

Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

Two panel design with a woman talking at the camera with an annoyed expression, next to an image of a Starbucks drink in the new "For Here cups"

‘I had absolutely no clue’: Starbucks barista complains after making ‘for here’ drink. Customers didn’t know about the new policy

Mustafa Gatollari has been an internet culture writer for over a decade. He has a passion for connecting what’s trending on social media to solid research—helping to separate clout-chasing claims from facts.

Mustafa Gatollari

Two panel design with a man looking at the camera while talking, next to am image of a car being washing in a carwash

‘Spent 30 bucks on one’: Expert says you should avoid ‘soft-touch’ car washes. Instead, always go to this kind

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

Photo of a hand holding a Cascade Dishwasher Pod against a pattern background of dishwasher pods.

‘I fear this will spark a debate’: Woman shares little-known use of Cascade dishwasher pods. Does it work?

Chad Swiatecki is a 30-year journalist who relocated to Austin, TX from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He writes regularly for Austin Monitor, and has written for Rolling Stone, Spin, New York Daily News, Texas Monthly, Austin Business Journal, Austin American-Statesman and many other regional and national outlets.

Chad Swiatecki

Man shares experience buying ford Maverick(l) Ford Dealer Sign(r)

‘This truck had so much potential’: Man buys Ford Maverick. Then he issues a warning after this ‘disaster’ trip to the dealership

Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Ljeonida Mulabazi

woman posing outside during a night out(l) Fingers near jacket shoulder button(r)

‘Will def change my life’: Woman reveals the real reason your jacket has shoulder buttons. Here’s their little-known use

woman shares purchase of towels(l) Amazon Building logo(c) Towels inside washing machine(r)

‘These are brand-new’: Woman washes towels she got from Amazon. Then she tries to dry them

Two panel design with a man looking shocked and at the camera, next to an image of a Ford Truck

‘Poor guy got rid of his truck because of this switch’: Man buys Ford truck for $5,000 after dealership left previous owner with $3,600 bill. They missed something obvious

Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

Phil West

Cava sign(l), Woman talking(c), Fried pita(r)

‘How does this even happen?’: Woman orders a Cava kid’s meal. Then she takes a closer look at her pita chips

Steve Ecker is a freelance reporter based in Austin, Texas. He has an extensive background in consumer marketing and is also an artist running Get Lost Collages.

Steve Ecker

Side by side photos of Tiktok user @mariahhopkins_ next to a photo of a TJMaxx Sign.

‘Are you sure? It’s not gonna take long’: Woman asked if she wants T.J. Maxx credit card at checkout. Then she finally learns what the worker gets out of it

Diana &#8220;ladidai&#8221; Umana is a pop culture journalist based in NYC. She has her finger on the pulse URL and her feet on the ground IRL. The latest in music, lifestyle, internet culture, fashion, beauty, tech, and beyond—you name it, she knows it. Published in NYLON, Business Insider, REVOLT, and Yahoo, she&#8217;s your go-to girl for what&#8217;s now, what&#8217;s niche, and what&#8217;s next.

Diana Umana

Two panel design with a shot of a Honda Steering wheel, next to an image of a Facebook Marketplace logo

‘This is the move’: Woman buys this Honda Accord from Facebook Marketplace for $3,400. Should you consider doing the same?

A photo of a man talking in his car next to a photo of several McDonald's drink cups.

‘It’s not hitting just right’: Expert says McDonald’s new straw makes the iconic Sprite taste different

Amelie Allen was a trending intern at the Daily Dot. She&#8217;s a senior at the University of Arizona, where she studies political science and journalism. In her free time, she enjoys reading, puppetry, and watching old movies.

Amelie Allen

2 panel image: on the left are boxes of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, on the right a person explains. Text over says: I was so appalled I couldn't speak.

‘What is this?’: Woman buys Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix. Then she opens the box

Two panel design with a woman opening up a package with gloves on, next to an image on an Ulta Beauty Sign

‘What does this meannn????’: Customer places online order from Ulta. Then she opens the box and sees what’s inside

3 panel image: in the middle is a BMW logo and on the sides a person explains. Text over says: New car tour.

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