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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

Grass Fed Cow(l) Man shares information about organic cows(r)

‘Everything is a sham’: Former restaurant owner says this is the truth behind ‘grass-fed’ beef. Is this ‘loophole’ tricking customers?

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

Two panel design with a close up of a woman while drinking a straw, next to an image of someone holding up a handful of straws.

‘I just don’t even drink water when I go to restaurants’: Server warns against drinking directly from cups at restaurants

3 panel image: left shows are remote car starter, middle shows a Nissan car dealership sign, and the interior of a garage. Text over says: Customer states - remote start not working, and Let's see what the cause could be.

‘Why would that cause the issue?’: Nissan Rogue refuses to start remotely. Then expert reveals common thing you do that keeps key fob from working

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

Melody Heald

2 panel image: on the left a person pours detergent that is fading in color, and on the right a person explains.

‘Same thing happened when I bought it from Home Depot’: Woman issues warning to those who ‘hoard’ Tide. Then she shows why

Amara Thomas is a freelance writer and cultural worker. She has written for the FADER, the Village Voice, Gothamist, and Highsnobiety.

Amara Thomas

Walmart storefront(l), Woman talking(c), Tv on tv stand(r)

‘TVs are like $100 at Walmart’: Woman gets this popular new TV for free. Then she reads the fine print

Nate Wolf is a reporter based in New York City. His work has appeared in the Chief, InsuranceNewsNet, and Deadspin.

Nate Wolf

X (formally Twitter) logos cover Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI. A photo of Elon Musk is behind him.

‘Cannot be trusted’: Why Elon Musk and his right-wing allies are attacking Sam Altman on X

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

Walmart Store Front(l) Man shares if its cheaper to change your own oil(c) Man pours oil for engine(r)

Is it really cheaper to change your own oil? Expert goes to Walmart, finds everything you need. Now he knows for certain

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

a screengrab of a tweet that reads "No best original score Oscar nomination for Challengers' Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross is ridiculous

‘Grieving… Do not text’: ‘Emilia Perez’ gets 13 noms for the 2025 Oscars, ‘Challengers’ snubbed

Two panel design with a woman looking at the camera while talking, next to an image of a Sam's Club

‘I can tell you’re lying to me’: Shopper tries to make a return at Sam’s Club. Then the worker does something unexpected

Katherine Huggins is a New York-based journalist and freelance contributor to the Daily Dot&#8217;s tech and politics section.

Katherine Huggins

2 panel image of Senator Cynthia Lummis on the left and a field of Bitcoins on the right.

GOP senator’s cryptic Bitcoin post sparks market surge, but the reveal disappoints enthusiasts

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

two panel design with a shot of soup and chips, next to an image of a Panera Bread

‘You’re better than me’: Woman’s Panera soup is still cold. Then the workers tell her to microwave it herself

Angela Andaloro proudly serves as a scribe, documenting all the shenanigans happening online. Her writing has been featured across Entertainment Weekly, PEOPLE, BuzzFeed, and more.

Angela Andaloro

Man screaming with text "I have played these games before!"

Memes

The ‘Squid Game’ I’ve Played These Games Before meme is for those who refuse to be played

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

Two panel design with a person grabbing a Reynolds Wrap from a shelf, next to an image of a Dollar Tree sign

‘Don’t do this’: Dollar Tree manager issues PSA to customers who shop for Reynolds Wrap

Ilana Gordon is a culture and entertainment writer based in Los Angeles. Ilana&#8217;s writing has been featured in places like: the A.V. Club, the Takeout, Atlas Obscura, Huffington Post, McSweeney&#8217;s Internet Tendency, the Belladonna Comedy, Reductress, Mashable, the Second City Network, RedEye Chicago, ART + marketing, the Muse, Dose and OMGFacts.

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