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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

Chevrolet dealer(l) Chevrolet Colorado Pickup Truck

‘$50,000’: Expert blasts Chevrolet Colorado, says you shouldn’t buy a midsize pickup. Here’s why

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

Dry Eyes text on notepad (l) Person sharing tip on how to fix dry eyes(c) Amazon order boxes(r)

‘That’s really creative’: Eye surgeon shares low-cost Amazon hack for dry eyes

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

Home Covered in snow(l) Man sharing tips of what best to clean before winter(r)

‘The most important thing I do before every winter’: Expert says don’t forget to address this oft-overlooked maintenance task in your home. Here’s why

woman looking shocked(l) Zillow App Download(r)

‘We’ve still never met this lady’: Woman demands answers from Zillow after moving into nightmare rental

Vanessa St-Amand was a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot based in South Florida. She has an extensive background in online marketing and spends her free time discussing intriguing topics for the terminally online.

Vanessa St-Amand

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‘I am not OK’: Amazon shopper demands answers after finding an unusual substance on her delivery

woman sharing the experience she had at Costco Business Center(l) Costco Business Center(r)

‘There are never any lines’: Shopper goes to Costco’s Business Center for groceries. Is it better than regular Costco?

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

All New Volkswagen Jetta(l) Volkswagen Dealer Sign(C) Volkswagen owner sharing her experience filling up diesel with her car(r)

‘People look at me weird’: Volkswagen Jetta driver says she’s always approached at the gas station for this reason

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

Amazon Returns(l) Amazon Store Sign(c) Woman

‘They’re reselling it to you’: Amazon shopper reveals how to tell if your purchase is a returned item

Mars Ramos is a museum educator and freelance writer. She loves long walks in nature, doing yoga, and baking brownies.

Mars Ramos

Laura Secord Chocolate(l) Walmart Store(c) Chocolate Cup(r)

‘We bought these 2 days ago’: Walmart shopper buys Laura Secord hot chocolate pouches. Then she opens them up

Person sharing issues with new vehicle Gear Shift(l) Gear Shift of Vehicle(r)

‘New cars think they’re smarter than the driver’: Nissan driver tries to reverse car in parking lot. It won’t let him

‘North Face, you should be embarrassed‘: Woman issues warning after buying a North Face jacket for $400

Woman sharing costco returns(l) Costco WholeSale Store(r)

‘The return policy here is unmatched’: Costco shopper notices customer returning couch. Then she takes a closer look

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.

Charlotte Colombo

Skechers shoes(l) Skechers store front(c) Customer at Skechers Store(r)

‘Don’t fall for this’: Shoe expert says this ‘feature’ on $100 Skechers is actually a scam

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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‘Native ain’t even that good’: Walmart shopper notices something strange about shampoos on shelf. Is it a safety measure?

woman shares what happened after she went to a mechanic(l) Mechanic checking oil levels(r)

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