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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

Volkswagen logo sign(l), Woman talking(c), Volkswagen car(r)

‘I did do my research’: Driver buys new $50K Volkswagen. It already has transmission issues at 5 months old

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

Braden Bjella

Woman looking shocked(l), Phone with Etsy app and little boxes(c), Hand pointing to screenshot of etsy ad billing(r)

‘I didn’t even know’: Seller says Etsy charged her every time someone clicked through her store without buying

Mike Hadge

Three split of different women reacting to being handed an old photo of themselves

‘Wow that’s tragic’: A snapshot of  athletes taking part in the ‘signing old photos’ TikTok prank

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

Volkswagen car(l), Man talking(c), Nissan car(r)

‘This reminds me a lot of a BMW’: Viewers can’t believe someone traded this 2024 Volkswagen for a new Nissan

Man holding someone in chipotle costume(l), Chipotle costume going in chipotle bag(c), Someone in chipotle costume with two women(r)

Chipotle, Cinnabon, and Auntie Anne’s have all released official Halloween costumes this year, but why?

Honda Helix scooter(l), Man talking(c), Gas feature on scooter(r)

‘My ex just got a Honda Helix’: Man brags it’s only $1.84 to fill up his moped at 7-Eleven. There’s just one problem

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

Amazon HQ(l), Polk Sheriff talking(c), Hand holding amazon fire stick remote(r)

‘It’s not worth it’: Can you get arrested for having an Amazon Fire Stick?

Angela Andaloro proudly serves as a scribe, documenting all the shenanigans happening online. Her writing has been featured across Entertainment Weekly, PEOPLE, BuzzFeed, and more.

Angela Andaloro

Memes

Who is the Side Eye Cat, aka Mr. Fresh?

tweet that reads "So funny when athletes sign these long contracts. Oh you're gonna be playing for the Yankees in 2031? Buddy the fog is gonna consume us in 2027. The fog is coming. The fog is coming. The fog is coming"

What is ‘The Fog is Coming’ copypasta all about?

Toyota Rav4 front(l), Toyota sign(c), Toyota rav4 back(r)

‘I never knew they existed’: Dealer finds ‘extremely rare’ Toyota RAV4. He can’t believe what it’s worth today

Cupboard in kitchen that says "Putting back my entire kitchen on a Saturday morning because we opened the wronggg Amazon package in our house and...."(l), Woman talking(c), Amazon package(r)

‘I open all boxes outside bc of this…’: Customer shows what happens if you open your Amazon packages inside

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

Enterprise car(l), Enterprise worker talking(c), Enterprise sign(r)

‘97% approval rating’: Enterprise Rent-A-Car worker says you should buy a used car from them. Should you though?

Seven brew worker(l), Seven Brew sign(c), Dirty rag with text that says "and as you can see it's got these wet spots"(r)

‘He set it down for the next victim’: Woman warns to watch 7 Brew workers after catching worker doing this with drink-wiping rag

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

Melody Heald

Customer reveals how to find Amazon home decor dupes on SHEIN for cheaper

‘Ugh they just need SHEIN prime’: Customer reveals how to find Amazon home décor dupes on SHEIN for cheaper

Tangie Mitchell is a creative writer, journalist, and editor based in New York. Her interests include pop culture and entertainment, poetry, and morning cups of herbal tea.

Tangie Mitchell

Best Buy sign(l), Man talking with airpods(c), Apple airpods in case(r)

TikTok