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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

Plumber issues warning to homeowners after cutting open water heater

‘You never know what you’re going to find’: Plumber issues warning to homeowners after cutting open water heater

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

‘I love your daughter’: Understanding the soaring TikTok dance trend that revives this classic ‘Gilmore Girls’ episode

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

Brooke Sjoberg

Trader Joe’s customer issues warning about shopping there after what happened to her apartment; Trader Joes Out door Sign

‘Open them up the second you get them’: Trader Joe’s customer issues warning about shopping there after what happened to her apartment

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 on tiktok sharing his burger king experience(l) Burger King Sign(c) Burger King Meal(r)

‘WingStop needs something like this’: Customer asks Burger King for extra ranch. Then he sees what’s in the bag

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

Braden Bjella

Kroger Building Sign(l) Woman holding up honey inside of store(c) Woman pouring honey from a jar(r)

‘I always thought this was a good brand’: Kroger shopper says honey brands are ‘tricking’ you. Here’s how to know if it’s ‘real’

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

4 Wheel Drive (l) Chevrolet dealer sign(c) Mechanic checking under vehicle

‘WHEN ARE YOU SUPPOSED TO USE IT?’: Should you put a 4-wheel drive car into Auto 4WD? Chevy expert issues warning

Ana Valens is a reporter specializing in online queer communities, marginalized identities, and adult content creation. Her work has appeared at Vice, Vox, Truthout, Bitch Media, Kill Screen, Rolling Stone, and the Toast. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, and spends her free time developing queer adult games.

Ana Valens

Woman talking(l), Phone with instacart app(c), Man with instacart tshirt on(r)

‘They were OK with letting this person come to my house’: Instacart tells woman to ignore her driver’s shocking red flags

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

Wendy's SpongeBob Collaboration Drive Thru Experience

‘My local Wendy’s doesn’t even have straws’: Customer shares Wendy’s x Spongebob drive-thru experience. Is it worth it?

Nespresso Cups; blonde woman Sharing story on tiktok; Nespresso Machine

‘Do I risk it?’: Nespresso owner says machines are ‘toxic.’ Are they safe to continue using?

Hand holding phone with Reddit app(l), Two Women talking(c), Woman pointing to screenshot that says "Your requestee can't send money right now"(r)

‘They were very personable’: Woman gets scammed for $265 concert tickets from Reddit, iMessage. Here’s how to make sure you don’t fall for it

Je&#8217;Kayla Crawford was a trending news intern for the Daily Dot. Her work can be found at Distractify, Dexerto, and more.

Je’Kayla Crawford

Free People store(l), Woman takling(c), Old Navy storefront(r)

‘I don’t even know how to handle this’: Woman receives Free People order. Then she sees an Old Navy label

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

Betty Crocker Wicked box mix(l), Woman talking(c), Green blobs on checkered board(r)

‘Get the Elphaba green cake pop 10/10 times’: Shopper shares trick to get the Betty Crocker ‘Wicked’ Cake Pop color you want

Heather Stewart is a freelance reporter. She was previously an executive producer at The Drag, UT&#8217;s award-winning podcast production house as well as a projects intern for KUT Austin. Her work can be found in the Austin Chronicle, the Victoria Advocate and more.

Heather Stewart

Screenshot of nostalgic school lunches with tiktoker overlay(l) School lunch sign(c) Woman with curly hair(r)

‘Yessss they accept EBT too’: Customer reveals how to order your favorite nostalgic school lunch items

Honda Prolouge(l), Woman talking(c), Honda sign(R)

‘I don’t even have 2,000 miles yet’: Woman buys brand-new 2024 Honda Prologue. Then it starts making noises

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

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