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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

Can of Alani Nu Witch's Brew(L), Woman looking at camera(c), Sam's club logo(r)

‘I drove an hour to get here’: Shopper says Sam’s Club worker refused to get Alani Nu Witch’s Brew for her

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

Woman talking with rice krispies boxes(l), Rice Krispies Treats box(c), Woman holding up rice krispies treat(r)

‘Let’s open them up together’: Woman warns against the 40-pack of Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats

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

Hand holding Trader Joe's bag(l), Woman talking(c), Trader Joe's storefront(r)

‘I thought it was okay to be in the pantry’: Woman says she’s accidentally been poisoning herself with this product from Trader Joe’s

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

Dunkin Donuts sign(l), Woman talking(c), Dunkin Donuts tumblr(r)

‘Can you order drive-thru or do you have to go inside?’: Woman discovers hidden benefit to Dunkin’ tumblers

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

Memes

‘I’m in awe’: YouTuber Nikocado Avocado reveals two-year ‘social experiment’ and transformation

Costco(l), Man talking(c), Case of carrot cake cupcakes(r)

‘I would be so mad’: Costco shopper buys carrot cupcakes. He can’t believe what he finds inside

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

Braden Bjella

Olive Garden sign(l), Woman looking at camera(c), Pasta bowl(r)

‘I’m eating pasta for breakfast lunch and dinner’: Olive Garden customers stop by the Dollar Tree for container before never-ending pasta

Walmart customer catches worker cutting open bag of frozen shrimp with scissors—and putting the shrimp in display case

‘They charge us more for it being thawed out’: Walmart customer catches worker cutting open bag of frozen shrimp with scissors—and putting the shrimp in display case

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

Melody Heald

Airbnb host issues PSA about color of bedding

‘Looks like it’s a Dave’s Single’: Customer slams the rumored Wendy’s Krabby Patty

Woman buys huge pack of Great Value deluxe singles cheese.

‘It is on every single piece’: Woman buys huge pack of Great Value deluxe singles cheese. Then she notices something unusual

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

Shopper says people are being scammed by Kraft mac and cheese

‘This is the nastiest thing I’ve ever seen’: Shopper says people are being scammed by Kraft mac and cheese

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

Vladimir Supica

Woman can’t believe the cake she gets at the Walmart bakery for $17

‘Lmao I paid $125 I could’ve just went to Walmart?????’: Woman can’t believe the cake she gets at the Walmart bakery for $17

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

Woman accuses Kraft of 'gaslighting' customers after seeing new mac and cheese size

‘Soon we’re gonna have to eat 2 boxes’: Woman accuses Kraft of ‘gaslighting’ customers after seeing new mac and cheese serving size

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

Nobu customer orders 2 tacos. He can’t believe what he gets

‘I’m at Nobu for the FIRST and LAST time…’: Nobu customer orders 2 tacos. He can’t believe what he gets

Woman says she was charged a ‘prep fee’ for bartenders to shake her margarita

Food