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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

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‘How is this OK?’: Woman starts to make pizza rolls with Pillsbury biscuits dough. Then she takes a closer look

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 why I don’t work at Olive Garden anymore’: Customers order entrees at Olive Garden. They never eat them—and there’s a sneaky reason why

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

Melody Heald

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‘Please tell me I’m not the only one who didn’t know this’: Woman opens bag of Pop Secret popcorn. Then she realizes what the slit is for

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‘FOR THE LOVE OF GD WHAT ARE WE SUPPOSED TO EAAAAAAAT’: Expert says this ‘health’ food is actually ‘one of the most toxic things you can eat’

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‘IS SHE EVEN ALLOWED TO ASK ME THAT?’: Woman places delivery order from down the street. Then the driver calls with a strange question

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.

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‘This is why I fear eggs’: Shopper buys eggs at Trader Joe’s. Then they find this 21 days later

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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‘BOTULISM??’: Expert issues warning for those who buy this canned tuna from Trader Joe’s, H-E-B

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‘I would be returning and demanding a refund’: Customer buys $200 worth of pizza. Then she sees the boxes they put them in

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‘Sam’s does it for free’: Costco shopper asks butcher to cut up chuck roll. Then he learns it’ll cost extra. Why?

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‘Don’t teach everybody this!!’: Chef says skip that $22.49 ribeye at the grocery store. Instead, you should make steaks with chuck eye

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

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‘Bowl?’: Woman picks up $25 Sweet Green order. Then she sees it from the side

Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

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‘Who do I need to contact?’: Shopper looks for $1.50 hot dog on Costco food court menu. Then she notices something suspicious

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Braden Bjella

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