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

Braden Bjella

3 image split. In-N-Out logo on left. Woman opening envelope in center. Raising Canes sign on right.

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‘In-N-Out does the same’: Woman finds something pretty common in her Raising Cane’s. Then she gets something in the mail

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

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‘Getting mad at the worker because they embarrassed you is insane’: Panera customer gets soda instead of water. Then she confronts worker who snitched

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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‘Cfa employee, they taste amazing but please don’t’: Woman issues PSA for Chick-fil-A customers who like the frosted coffee

Nina Hernandez is a writer, journalist, music critic, and culture commentator based in Austin, Texas.

Nina Hernandez

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‘I must accept the title’: Whataburger Museum of Art realizes long-time dream for Texas artists

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

Screenshot from @coffey.pot's Tiktok of their homemade Taco Bell Nacho fries; a Tiktok caption partially cut off by a Taco Bell exterior sign: "when nacho fries get taken off the menu for good..."

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‘They literally made us throw it all away’: Customer says Taco Bell removed nacho fries from its menu. Then she discovers a way to still get it

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

Brooke Sjoberg

2 image split. Woman with In-N-Out order in car with overlayed text that reads: "Does In-N-Out always do this?" on left. In-N-Out signage on right.

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‘Do they always do this?’: Woman goes to In-N-Out on a rainy day. Then she finds out what store does

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

Natasha Dubash

Woman driving up to Taco Bell drive-through with text overlayed that reads: "Nothing like being humbled by the Taco Bell drive through" on the left. Taco Bell logo on building on right.

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‘Why are you ordering’: Taco Bell customer tries to place order in the drive-thru. Then a workers intervenes

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Expert claims one 5-ounce serving of French fries is as bad as 25 cigarettes. Here’s why

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 mad disrespectful’: Chipotle runs out of chicken during lunch rush. Then they hand customer this

Anna is a freelance writer with far too much time on her hands. When she&#8217;s not writing about memes and internet slang, she can be found running TTRPGs online.

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Anna Good

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Subway is now charging by the vegetable

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‘Subway is now charging by the vegetable’: Subway customer spots surprising charge, sparking backlash

Split Image. Photo of person asking for hot meal at Wendy's with text over image that reads: "This how they treat you at Wendy's 401 battlefield pwy Fort Oglethorpe ga. when you ask for hot food." on left. Image of Wendy's logo on right.

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‘I am the manager’: Man orders from Wendy’s. Then he finds out what happens after asking for ‘hot’ food

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

2 panel image: on the left is a Subway Restaurant and on the right a person explains.

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‘Did I hear that right?’: Woman leaves 20% tip at Subway on iPad. Then a worker steps in

Makalah Wright has written articles for various publications based on mental health, relationships, and Gen Z-related topics. She is currently a senior at the University of West Georgia, where she studies public relations and music. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, shopping, traveling to new places, and playing the clarinet.

Makalah Wright

‘They gave me like 15’: Dunkin’ customers order new Munchkins. Then she remembers why they were recalled

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.

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Charlotte Colombo

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‘The salad humbled you IMMEDIATELY’: Chick-fil-A customer says $13 kale salad is worth it. Then she opens the plate

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