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The Daily Dot

Chad Swiatecki is a 30-year journalist who relocated to Austin, TX from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He writes regularly for Austin Monitor, and has written for Rolling Stone, Spin, New York Daily News, Texas Monthly, Austin Business Journal, Austin American-Statesman and many other regional and national outlets.

Chad Swiatecki

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‘My car is 12 years old and I make 6 figures’: Older Honda CR-Vs are everywhere because ‘who wants a $500 car payment.’ Should you get one used?

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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‘It’s the CashApp card for me’: Server says customers who use Apple Pay, Chime are bad tippers. Are they?

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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‘What do I do now?’: Woman prepays $40 at gas station. Her car can only take $29

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

Nina Hernandez

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‘Big Lots is closing’: Hot Topic shopper sees $34.90 price label. Then they peel the sticker back

Tiffanie Drayton is a geek culture and lifestyle reporter whose work covers everything from gender and race to anime and Xbox. Her work has appeared in Complex, Salon, Marie Claire, and elsewhere.

Tiffanie Drayton

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‘I will refer them…’: Former bank teller reveals how much money you need to have in your savings account for her to think you’re wealthy. It’s less than you think

Amelie Allen was a trending intern at the Daily Dot. She&#8217;s a senior at the University of Arizona, where she studies political science and journalism. In her free time, she enjoys reading, puppetry, and watching old movies.

Amelie Allen

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‘I’ve seen cash before’: Woman pays for food with $10 bill. Then the worker puts it in her tip jar

Rachel Kiley is a writer who sometimes writes things and sometimes is based in L.A., but is definitely always on Twitter @rachelkiley.

Rachel Kiley

2 panel image, on the left a person standing next to car talks to the driver. On the right a person explains. Text over: Uber/Lyft Hack to save money.

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‘As an Uber driver I have offered that’: Expert shares Uber, Lyft hack for how to save 50%—if you’re willing to risk it

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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‘We have to ask you’: TD Bank customer tries to pull out $3,000. Then worker asks him something

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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‘You can earn up to $24.50’: Woman shows how you can get money if you’ve bought Starkist tuna—even if you don’t have proof

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‘That brings the total to $22.48’: Customer catches Uber Eats lying about order total

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

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‘I would not wish any of these vehicles on my worst enemy’: Expert warns avoid leasing Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Escape. Plus 5 more

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‘I thought I knew money until I learned this’: Expert reveals how rich people buy houses. Here’s the trick

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‘I’m scared to check my account’: Woman says check your bank account. Then she reveals what it means if you have a $7.99 charge

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