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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

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‘I was going crazy not finding egg whites anywhere’: Shopper in shock after seeing this product on Walmart shelf. Then she realizes why they’re so hard to find

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

Photo of a 7-11; Screenshot from Tiktok user @chuydechingas of two Ice Cream sandwiches from 7-11.

‘It’s not real’: Customer reaches for Nestle Toll House ice cream sandwich . Then he spots the 7-Eleven brand (updated)

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

Melody Heald

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‘The off-brand are better now’: Grocery shopper buys S’mores Pop-Tarts. Then she opens the package

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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‘I’m just upset I was lied to’: Woman orders $100 berry chantilly cake from Whole Foods. Then she tries to make a request

Steve Ecker is a freelance reporter based in Austin, Texas. He has an extensive background in consumer marketing and is also an artist running Get Lost Collages.

Steve Ecker

‘I thought it was a carrot’: Woman buys chicken wrap from local cafe. Then she learns the hard way what’s inside

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

Men from the midwest wants seasoned sour cream for his waffle fries and sour cream, but people don't know what he's talking about

‘How do others not know?’: Midwesterner orders waffle fries at Louisiana restaurant. Then he asks for side of ‘seasoned sour cream’

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‘It’s the burnt chip for me’: Customer orders Doritos Footlong Nachos. Then he accuses Subway of false advertising

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‘Makes me wonder…’: Man shops Walmart angus beef family pack for $49. Then picks up the steak

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

Screenshot of Tiktok user @abbyswalkwithgod; Photo of a Target exterior.

‘My $12 back isn’t going to fix the damage’: Woman drinks Nestlé Pure Life water from Target. Then she pulls back the seal

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‘I just got these from Walmart’: Woman left stunned after opening her toddler’s Nutri-Grain Bites from Kellogg’s. Now she’s issuing a warning to check your kids’ snacks

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

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‘Chef here! That’s Meat Glue’: Woman buys filet mignon steaks from Sam’s Club. Then she puts them on the grill

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

Brooke Sjoberg

‘They do this a lot ’: Walmart shopper reaches for $5.57 Great Value eggs. Then she spots Eggland’s Best eggs

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‘I just KNOW they still talk about this’: Woman returns rotisserie chicken because it looks ‘weird.‘ Then a worker tells her what’s really going on with it

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‘New fear unlocked’: Woman buys 3 bags of King Arthur bread flour from Sam’s Club. Then she opens the bags

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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‘I hate sour cream and love these so I’m really struggling with this info’: Shopper buys a bag of Cool Ranch Doritos. Then she takes a closer look at the back