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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

‘Not the tacos on layaway‘: Woman uses Afterpay to put $11 order of tacos on a payment plan

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

Melody Heald

Woman talking(l+r), Whole Foods Market(c)

‘HOW do you order this??’: Whole Foods customer shares new meal prep hack for $55

Man issues warning after seeing 20 ribeyes on sale for $40 at pop-up stand

‘If you see these across the United States’: Man issues warning after seeing 20 ribeyes on sale for $40 at pop-up stand

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 questions why Panera is asking for tips

‘They give us empty cups’: Woman questions why Panera is asking for tips

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

Couple orders 2 croissants and 2 waters, are shocked when the bill arrives

‘And it’s Aquafina?!’: Customer orders 2 croissants and 2 waters, is shocked when the bill arrives

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

Braden Bjella

Expert reveals trick to how Cheesecake Factory can cook such a large menu

‘Basically ran like the Navy’: Expert reveals trick to how Cheesecake Factory can cook such a large menu

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.

Grace Rampaul

Expert warns against trying New Brew drinks from convenience stores

‘Why it’s legal? I don’t know’: Expert warns against trying New Brew drinks from convenience stores

Uber Eats customer orders a pizza, can't believe what driver ends up delivering

‘I always get a refund when they do this’: Uber Eats customer orders a Little Caesars pizza, can’t believe what driver ends up delivering

Customer calls out Wingstop for how it prepares food

‘If you are wondering why your food is always cold’: Customer calls out Wingstop for how it prepares food

TikToker explains to only use Apple Pay at the drive-thru after horrifying experience

‘Got scammed at Wendy’s the same way’: Customer reveals why you should only use Apple Pay at the drive-thru after horrifying experience

Woman says food stamps agency told her to pay back $2,095

‘I have no idea what I’m going to do’: Woman says food stamps agency told her to pay back $2,095. Does she have to?

Ramon Ramirez was the managing editor and, formerly, the Dot&#8217;s news director, entertainment editor, and evening editor. His work has appeared in the Washington Post, Grantland, Washington City Paper, Austin American-Statesman, and Austin Monitor.

Ramon Ramirez

A side by side showing a full Bacardi Bucket and one with personal items in it. There is text that says 'Main Character of the Week' in a web_crawlr Daily Dot newsletter font.

Main Character of the Week: Woman who had her Bacardi Bucket confiscated at Applebee’s 

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

Brooke Sjoberg

Olive Garden microwaved customer’s food after he notices something unusual about it

‘That is definitely how reheated Alfredo looks’: Viewers think Olive Garden microwaved customer’s food after he notices something unusual about it

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

Dunkin' barista reveals just how much sugar you get per pump. It's a wild amount

‘I don’t mean to ruin your day’: Dunkin’ barista reveals just how much sugar you get per pump. It’s a wild amount

Kahron Spearman is a journalist, copywriter, and host of “Discovery with Kahron Spearman” on KAZI 88.7.

Kahron Spearman

Woman says worker shamed her for ordering soup and salad

Food