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

Melody Heald

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‘This way I can say I am not drinking alone’: Man shares how to keep flies, mosquitos away. All you need is beer

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.

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‘A ‘cold’ convenience fee is crazy’: Customer notices the refrigerated alcohol costs more money than the alcohol on the shelves

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.

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Woman says liquor store worker questioned her alcohol choice, warned her against it

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‘Are you sure you want to buy that?’: Woman says liquor store worker questioned her alcohol choice, warned her against it

Stacey Nguyen is a lifestyle and entertainment writer based in California. You can find her work on Real Simple, InStyle, BuzzFeed, PopSugar, and other sites.

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Amara Thomas is a freelance writer and cultural worker. She has written for the FADER, the Village Voice, Gothamist, and Highsnobiety.

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‘He secretly did you a favor babe’: Woman catches bartender adding only 1 shot to her double drink

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

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Bartender shares which drink orders will prompt him to check your ID

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‘Can I just get a shot of Tito’s?’: Bartender shares which drink orders will prompt him to check your ID

Vladimir Supica is a Serbia-based freelance writer. He enjoys traveling through Europe, reading non-fiction books, and playing with his dog Max.

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‘This can’t be right’: Customers are just now finding out how many calories are in a Four Loko

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‘Game face game face’: Flight attendant issues PSA to people who like to drink at the airport

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.

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What is borg drinking? Controversial trend utilizes gallon-sized jugs for alcoholic concoctions

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

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Woman says bar banned customers from ordering cocktails after she asked for French 75

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‘Is it that hard to make?’: Woman says bar banned customers from ordering cocktails after she asked for French 75

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‘My Greek friends swear by this‘: Woman tests trick to preventing a hangover

Rachel Kiley is a writer who sometimes writes things and sometimes is based in L.A., but is definitely always on Twitter @rachelkiley.

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‘It helps tips’: Hooters bartender switches out precision spouts for regular spouts behind her managers’ backs

Bartender refuses to make woman a French 75. You won't believe why

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‘This is a guy bar’: Bartender refuses to make woman a French 75. You won’t believe why

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‘It’s not just about taste’: Expert reveals Tito’s dupe that’s $5 cheaper

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

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