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Lindsey is a Seattle area writer interested in all things society, including internet culture, politics, and mental health. Outside of the Daily Dot, her work can be found in publications such as The Mary Sue, Truthout, and YES! Magazine.

Lindsey Weedston

Culture

Chappell Roan’s comments about not knowing any happy parents sparks discourse for both mothers and child-free people online

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

Braden Bjella

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‘He’s testing you’: Woman goes to the dealership because of a noise under the hood. Then the mechanic asks her for a diagnosis

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

clothing on rack(l) Old Navy logo on building(c) woman shares recession indicators in store(r)

‘They’re trying to get us prepared’: Shoppers walk in Old Navy. Then they notice ‘recession predictors.’ Do they have a point?

Alexandra Samuels is a national political reporter and contributor to the Daily Dot, where she started as an intern covering politics in the summer of 2016. She enjoys all things Marvel, keeping up with the latest TikTok trends, long walks with her pup, and reading murder-mystery novels.

Alexandra Samuels

Photo of a Pomeranian at a groomers; Screenshot of Tiktok user @kkyliewells.

‘The way I would crash out and sue’: Woman takes her Pomeranian to dog groomer. Then they cut off his ear

Left: Screenshot of Tiktok user @joshhallan making the Dubai Chocolate Chip Pistachio cookie; Center: Screenshot from Tiktok user @wellmadebykiley of a cross-section of the Dubai Chocolate Chip Pistachio cookies; Right: Screenshot of Tiktok user @joshhallan making the Dubai Chocolate Chip Pistachio cookie

Dubai cookies, the baked cousin of the pistachio chocolate bar, are captivating TikTok

Gerard Conroy is a freelance writer covering internet culture, human interest stories, and the cultural shifts defining modern life. Growing up in a small town and now living in a big city, he brings a broad perspective to viral moments—connecting them to larger cultural forces with equal parts sharp analysis and humor. He also enjoys writing about fitness, music, and the evolution of food and drink culture.

Gerard Conroy

2 panel image: the GMC logo and a GMC Yukon vehicle.

‘Um…’: Woman says her GMC Yukon is making too much road noise. Then the mechanic sees what her husband did to the vehicle

Brooke Sjoberg is a freelance writer who graduated with her Bachelors in Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin in 2020.

Brooke Sjoberg

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Expert says your A/C unit is probably making you sick. The reason why may surprise you

A child/baby morality cookie prank is going around.

The ‘cookie challenge’ asks kids to share a cookie. Some do. Some…absolutely do not

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

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‘This is why I don’t shop in public’: Woman looks for baby food at Target. Then she gets to the baby food aisle

Melody Heald is a culture writer. Her work can be found in Glitter Magazine, BUST Magazine, and more.

Melody Heald

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‘Can we even normalize them?’: Woman gets whole meal at Raising Cane’s for $6.99. Here’s everything it comes with

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

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‘I was so excited to get my next car’: Woman walks into Toyota dealership to upgrade from her Corolla. She leaves empty handed

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

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‘Is this not common knowledge?’: Woman walks into Apple Store. Then she leaves with a $50 iPad

Toyota Rav4 XLE(l) Woman shares her experience with selling her car(c) Lexus Dealer Logo(r)

‘I paid $36K for this’: Woman tries to sell RAV4 to Toyota dealership. Then she takes it to Lexus

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‘That gotta be illegal’: Man reaches for Dasani water bottle. Then he takes a closer look

Charlotte is a regular Daily Dot contributor with bylines in Insider, VICE, Glamour, The Independent, and more. She holds a Masters&#8217;s degree in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London.

Charlotte Colombo

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TikTok