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The Daily Dot

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

Brooke Sjoberg

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“The future of retail”: Walmart eliminates 1,500 jobs to replace with AI

Laiken Neumann is a Trending news editor based in Austin, Texas.

Laiken Neumann

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“Thought they was lyin”: Wendy’s worker teases new Takis sandwich after finding box in the back

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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“Had to find out from my coworkers”: Bahama Breeze shuts down, worker speaks out

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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“Babe, pull over and call 911. NO JOB is worth value over your health!”: FedEx worker looks down at her Apple Watch. Her heart rate is 154

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

Nina Hernandez

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Starbucks workers show what new dress code looks like after more than 1,000 baristas go on strike

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

Braden Bjella

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‘I’d call in sick the next day blaming the warm Activia’: Teacher goes to the breakroom during teacher appreciation week. Then they see the gift left out for them

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‘Basically they hate us…’: Nurses receive ‘gifts’ from employers for Nurses Week. Then they see what’s inside the plastic bag

Eilish O’Sullivan was the Daily Dot&#8217;s associate managing editor. Her work has appeared in Mashed, the Austin Chronicle, and the Daily Texan.

Eilish O’Sullivan

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‘Showed a video of me’: Walmart job applicant goes into store to check on application. Then they hit him with Uno Reverse card

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

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‘Threw the package at our door‘: Amazon customer gets shampoo delivered to his house. Then he takes a look at the damage to his front door

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

Melody Heald

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‘I’m not feeling guilty about my tipping anymore’: Married couple who serve together at Texas Roadhouse reveal how much they make each night

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‘Gotta make the customers think’: Lowe’s worker shares how she tricks customers when they ask for help

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‘I was there…’: Man gets fired from Fairmont Lodge when children start singing along to his piano playing. Then the guests hear about it

Sabine Joseph was a former reporting intern for the Daily Dot. Her work has appeared in Miami and Connecticut publications, including Montage, the Miami Laker, and Connecticut Health I-Team.

Sabine Joseph

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‘I don’t trust you’: Customer orders a strawberry margarita. Then they make a potentially job-ending request of their server

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‘We cannot pay you more than $50 after you wore that’: Teen babysitter works over 6 hours. Then the parents refuse to pay her over ‘inappropriate’ Brandy Melville outfit

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