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Tangie Mitchell is a creative writer, journalist, and editor based in New York. Her interests include pop culture and entertainment, poetry, and morning cups of herbal tea.

Tangie Mitchell

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‘We consume over 9 billion chickens a year’: Farmer says we’re being misled about egg prices. Then he reveals the real reason they’re so expensive

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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‘I am the manager’: Man orders from Wendy’s. Then he finds out what happens after asking for ‘hot’ food

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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‘Toasted it’: BMW hits palm leaf. The mechanic can’t believe the damage

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

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Vivian Wilson says she learned about Elon Musk’s latest child from Reddit

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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‘Walmart trying to get y’all’: Walmart shopper tries to use Scan & Go but his order total is $150. Then he uses self-checkout instead

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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‘It’s in the handbook’: Woman places Wingstop order 4 minutes before close. Then she catches the worker refusing to make it

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

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‘It’s been 48 minutes’: Walmart shopper just wants protein powder. But the workers can’t find the key

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 was today years old…’: Woman buys Gushers. Then she takes a closer look at the packet

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‘My worst nightmare’: Chef reveals the real reason he’ll never eat hollandaise sauce from a restaurant

‘They make it considerably worse’: McDonald’s worker makes a Big Mac. Then customers spot a new change

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

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‘Just Zelle it to me whenever’: Wedding guest gifts couple $400. Then they get a shocking text from the groom

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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‘Why have things on the floor if they can’t sell them’: Target shopper finds designer bag dupe in store. Then a worker intervenes

Sabrina McCrear was a trending intern for the Daily Dot. A senior at Howard University, she’s majoring in journalism with a minor in biology, combining her passions for storytelling and healthcare advocacy. As editor-in-chief of Howard’s 101 Magazine, McCrear leads the charge in producing dynamic, engaging content. She’s written consumer advice pieces on maternal health, fetal well-being, and preventive medicine. Dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, she’s paving the way for a future in healthcare communication and advocacy.

Sabrina McCrear

“Actually one of my biggest fears”: Woman wears Oura Ring to hot yoga class. Then she tries to take her ring off

Alexandra Samuels is a national political reporter and contributor to the Daily Dot, where she started as an intern covering politics in the summer of 2016. She enjoys all things Marvel, keeping up with the latest TikTok trends, long walks with her pup, and reading murder-mystery novels.

Alexandra Samuels

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‘Best Buy could not offer a refund’: Best Buy customer places $2,000 order. It never arrives

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