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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

‘Why did it take us messaging?’: Louisiana woman books Airbnb in France. Then she learns what the owner did with the property

Rachel Joy Thomas is a music journalist, freelance writer, and hopeful author who resides in Austin, Texas.

Rachel Joy Thomas

Screenshot of Tiktok user @xraybaeofficial; Photo of a medical profession with a model of the male urinary system.

‘They NEVER told me this’: Medical tech says you need to flush your kidneys after this common procedure. Here’s what the science says

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

Planet Fitness Building(l) Man shares what he saw at planet fitness lockers(r)

‘Respect the dedication’: Man hits the Planet Fitness locker room after workout. Then he sees chicken cooking on a stove in there

man shares information on how to get customer service to help you(l) Lowe's Store Front(r)

Lowe’s customer shows little known trick for how to get customer service to help you

woman claims cops tell her she is a missing person(l) Police Car with sirens on at night(r)

Woman gets pulled over, gives her information. Then the cop tells her she’s a missing person

Tiffanie Drayton is a geek culture and lifestyle reporter whose work covers everything from gender and race to anime and Xbox. Her work has appeared in Complex, Salon, Marie Claire, and elsewhere.

Tiffanie Drayton

2 image split. Woman looking annoyed with caption that reads: "Olive Garden Interview" on left. Olive Garden restaurant on right.

‘Show me good body language’: Former Olive Garden worker goes into another location for an interview. Then the manager asks her something shocking

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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‘Welcome to purgatory’: Man parks car in double helix garage. Then he realizes what he’s done

Grace Rampaul is a former intern at the Daily Dot. Grace is based in Austin and covers trending stories, entertainment, cultural phenomenon, and all things social.

Grace Rampaul

2 image split. Woman in car on left. Man and woman smiling at each other on treadmills at the gym.

Woman says you shouldn’t let your partner go to the gym alone. Then she sees something unexpected at the coffee shop

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

Door with 210 on label(l) Holiday Inn Hotel Sign(c) woman shares experience at holiday inn hotel(r)

‘They should have comped your night’: Woman is locked out of 3 Holiday Inn hotel rooms. Then she heads to the front desk

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

Meats on display at costco(l) Costco Store Front(c) woman shares ribeye hack at costco(r)

‘You’re gonna have to go to the butcher and ask for it’: Costco shopper exposes ribeye hack that can save you $1.50 a pound. But is it worth it?

Disney World Road Sign(l) Woman shares trip experience she had with make a wish(c) Make A Wish Sign(r)

‘A series of unfortunate events’: Family goes to Disney World for child’s Make-A-Wish trip. Then they get stranded. It gets worse

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

Mechanic holding a cabin filter, Mechanics with black gloves

‘Put that back where you found it’: Woman goes for an oil change. Then the worker pulls out her cabin filter

Wendy's Sign that says Speakers work(l) Wendy's Logo on building front(c) Man shares experience through tiktok platform(r)

‘Someone was too excited for that Cajun crunch’: Man pulls up to Wendy’s drive-thru. Then he notices a sign on the menu

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

home inspector checking list on clipboard(l) Inspector shares what he saw at new built home(c) New Build tub(r)

‘In all of my years…’: Home inspector checks out new home built in 2025. Then he steps into the bathroom

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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