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Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

Man says he found an expiration date on his Toyota

‘Have you ever seen a car that expires?’: Man says he found an expiration date on his Toyota

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

Man talking(l+r), Hands pointing to chicken cutlets(c)

‘This is scary’: Man compares chicken from his butcher to chicken from Walmart and Perdue

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

Woman talking(L+r), Plumber fixing pipes(c)

‘Don’t operate like this’: Woman calls out plumbing business that refused to give her a quote on the phone—then demanded $200 fee when she refused service

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

‘That’s not even enough for one serving’: Costco shopper catches Del Real Foods falsely advertising how much meat is in birria container

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

Nina Hernandez

‘These easily get 30 miles per gallon on the highway’: Mechanic reveals the 6 most reliable used vehicles you can buy for under $10,000

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

‘My anxiety says no’: Skin doctor says you’re probably showering wrong

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

‘Lennar homes are literally cardboard’: Homeowner warns against company building houses across the country, says it charges hidden fees

Walmart(l), Woman smiling(c), Cake order(r)

‘They can’t keep getting away with this’: Woman warns against Walmart after ordering custom birthday cake

Man talking(l+r), Mechanic using tools on engine(c)

‘Do not buy under any circumstances’: Mechanic says beware these 6 used cars—from Ford to Subaru

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

Natasha Dubash

Plastic cup(l), Chipotle sign(c), Bowl with meat(r)

‘This is what y’all pay for’: Chipotle worker shows what 4 ounces of protein looks like, says workers actually give you more than what you pay for

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

‘I’m terrified’: Bank of America customer says $11,000 were stolen from her—and bank workers were in on it

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

Brooke Sjoberg

Woman with ice cream container(l+r), Breyers ice cream(c)

‘False advertisement’: Woman calls out Breyer’s after buying Cookies and Cream ice cream and seeing what’s inside

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

Amara Thomas

In-n-out Burger sign(l), Woman smiling(c), Burgers with mustard(r)

‘This is how you do burgers at home’: Former In-N-Out Burger worker shares how to make burgers at home. There’s a secret to the meat

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

Melody Heald

Woman talking(l+r), hand holding hotel card(c)

‘Why do they need to know when we leave?’: Viewers torn after woman says she just leaves hotels without checking out

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.

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