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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

Man reveals how Readywise $150 'emergency food' packs are a scam

‘I got that for 60 bucks at Costco’: Man reveals how Readywise $150 emergency food packs are a ‘scam’

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

Natasha Dubash

‘Is this just made up to get more sales?’: Car buying expert reveals truth behind waiting till last day of the month to buy a car

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

Brooke Sjoberg

Ex-Chipotle worker says $1.65 charge for vinaigrette is 'just the beginning'

‘They added a button on the POS system’: Ex-Chipotle worker says $1.65 charge for vinaigrette is ‘just the beginning’

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

Melody Heald

Traveler says TSA confiscated her Dyson hair tool

‘I’m sorry for your loss’: Traveler says her Dyson hair tool was confiscated for ‘forever’

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

‘I’m here to show the truth’: Tesla owner says his Cybertruck rusted. But it’s not where you would think

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

Woman says this is the real reason restaurants give out complimentary bread, butter

‘Mind is blown’: Woman says this is the real reason restaurants give out complimentary bread, butter

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 wouldn’t do this if I were you’: Teacher out after letting his students braid his hair and paint his nails

Tricia Crimmins is a former Senior Reporter on the politics and tech team covering discrimination, identity, and the 2024 election.

Tricia Crimmins

Block2024: Why are people blocking celebrities on social media?

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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‘People need to normalize walking out’: Chipotle customer walks out mid-order after worker ‘cheats’ him out of food

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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‘Erm, what the Sigma?’: Squidward has been meme’d again

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

‘Safely expressing rage’: TikTokers are taking out their anger through ‘ice throwing’

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‘There should not be a line out the door at Chili’s’: Chili’s workers speak out about the ‘triple dipper’ trend

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 mid-’90s Subaru Impreza’: Mechanics reveal 6 cars they would own again

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‘Please don’t’: Woman says she’s in hospital with congestive heart failure, but begs Panera not to discontinue charged lemonades

Mechanics reveal the cars they rate a 10 out of 10

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