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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

Olive Garden server shares how she gets back at tables she doesn’t like

‘Price is whatever I make it’: Olive Garden server shares how she gets back at tables she doesn’t like

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

Tiktoker explains if you Should use Mobil 1 or Valvoline.

‘I am running Valvoline right now in my Ford F-150’: Should you use Mobil 1 or Valvoline? Expert weighs in

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

Natasha Dubash

Woman talking(l), Walmart cart(c), Walmart worker getting items from behind locked cabinents(r)

‘For me to not even be able to take my stuff in my cart’: Walmart shopper has to follow worker to the checkout all because she wanted to buy Gain detergent, Dove soap

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

Nina Hernandez

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‘Maybe think twice’: Man issues warning about the Oh Snap! Cranberry Sweeties

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

‘I question all containers like this’: Shopper warns against the Kirkland Coconut water from Costco after cutting open container to see what’s inside

Woman issues warning about the silver teeth caps after she’s stuck with them at 26

‘I was one of the silver teeth kids’: Woman issues warning about the silver teeth caps after she’s stuck with them at 26

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

Woman accuses Marie Callender's of being deceiving after opening chicken pot pie

‘That should be a crime’: Woman accuses Marie Callender’s of being deceiving after opening chicken pot pie

Hand pointing to steering wheel with text that says "If you see this the car was in an accident"(l), Man talking(c), Phone with CarFax logo(r)

‘The Carfax isn’t always go to show this stuff’: Expert shows how you can tell if a car you’re interested in buying was involved in an accident

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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The Frat Flick: An old dance move gets a new name on TikTok

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

Melody Heald

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‘This could have saved my knuckles a long time ago’: Woman finds out the right way to grate cheese

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‘As a cashier I hate having to wear a name tag’: Woman issues warning about friendly cashiers

Mike Hadge

‘Extremely disrespectful’: Woman cheerfully cleaning graves on TikTok divides internet

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

Finger pointing to discount tire site(l), Mechanic rolling tire(c), Finger pointing to stacked tires(r)

‘Stop overspending’: Expert shows Discount Tire lists 4 tires for $2,500 online, says his Texas shop will save you $1,000. But should you really buy local?

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

Brooke Sjoberg

Halloween Decorations(l), Woman talking(c), Target logo(r)

‘Does Target not realize’: Shopper says you might be getting scammed if you shop for Halloween decorations at Target

Marlon Ettinger writes about politics, crime, and culture.

Marlon Ettinger

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