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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

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Culture

‘Dear tism community’: SpoonTok is rating spoons and rejecting the unworthy

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

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‘How do these contractors not get fined for this stuff’: Expert inspects new-build $300K home. Then he brings out the leveling laser

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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‘I have some bad news’: Man takes his car to dealership for oil change. Then they crash it into a wall

Beau Paul is a freelance writer from Austin, Texas. Beau also wrote narrative and dialog for the gaming industry for several years before becoming an entertainment journalist.

Beau Paul

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‘That’s why I always say, don’t do it’: Plumber of 32 years goes to Home Depot. Then he sees everyone returning this item

Parks Kugle is a writer and reporter based in San Antonio. His work has appeared in Lumina Literary Journal, Wicked Local Newspapers, and various publications across the U.S. He enjoys comics and gardening.

Parks Kugle

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Car dealer walks into Bank of America repo lot. Then he sees a brand-new Chevy Tahoe

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

Natasha Dubash

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‘Multi-millionaire at 19’: Woman bites into a jawbreaker candy. Then she has to go to the hospital (update)

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‘Trying to avoid a crash out’: Woman tries to pay at Wawa with her card. Then she checks her Bank of America account 

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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‘Thank you for listening to him’: Walmart shopper buys Austin peanut butter crackers. Then her child notices something strange

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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‘That’s where I bought my wedding cake’: Woman custom orders $20 cake from Walmart. Then she opens the box

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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‘Definitely has a head gasket leak’: Mechanic works on 2019 Dodge Ram Pro Master, used for Amazon delivery vans. Then he reveals the real reason he loves working on them

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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‘I am in so much pain’: Woman gets a pedicure before attending Coachella. Then it goes terribly wrong

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‘When did cheeses start having personalities?’: Publix shopper reaches for extra sharp Cabot cheddar cheese. Then she looks up

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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‘Wayyy bigger flex’: Man buys Lexus ES350 with cash. Then he reveals why he didn’t choose to finance

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‘How bankrupt are they?’: Woman goes to Forever 21 closeout sale. Then she sees what they’re actually selling

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