Gina Vaynshteyn

Gina Vaynshteyn covered everything under the sun that was trending in the internet world for Bustle, and then some. Dogs dressed up as Harry Potter? You bet. Sloth sanctuaries? But of course. How to spot a real-life psychopath? I'm your girl. Currently, Gina is the Editor in Chief at First Media*, and before that she was the Editorial Director of HelloGiggles. She's also written for places like Health, Distractify, Apartment Therapy, The Rumpus, People, LA Magazine, and more. She has a Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing and Education from Chapman University, and an MFA in Creative Writing from San Diego State University. In 2018, Gina was named one of Folio's Rising Stars. When Gina isn't glued to Slack, she's probably eating tacos or reading a good book.

Life

19 Times Embroidery Was Completely Badass

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Why Having A Much-Older Sibling Is The Best

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What You Need To Do Before Being In A Relationship

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8 Times Sports Fans' Emotions Got The Best Of Them

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#MyLastWordsIn5Words Gets Silly About Death

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Two-Year-Old Drums And Sings To The Foo Fighters

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Fashion

14 Gross Things in Every Woman's Purse

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Life

The Ultimate "Time To Be A Boss" Playlist

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21 Undeniable Signs You're A Nail Polish Addict

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This Cartoon Features Singing... Genitals!

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Traffic Sign Hacked To Say "Read A F*cking Book"

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Entertainment

Perfect Matthew McConaughey Lincoln Ad Parody

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Life

This Little Girl Proves Pit Bulls Are The Best

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Life

A Sloth Sanctuary Is an Adorable Thing That Exists

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Life

15 Desserts to Learn If You Want to Seriously Impress Everyone With Your Insane Baking Skills

One of my New Year's resolutions is to learn how to bake. Like really bake — I'm talking insanely decadent desserts that take actual effort in the kitchen, not just cake mix and a tub of pre-made Betty Crocker's frosting (although let's be honest,…

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Life

Here's What You Must Get Rid Of When You Move

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11 Stages of Giving Up On Your Resolutions

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11 Easy Thai Food Recipes That We Promise You Really Can Make Yourself

I am utterly smitten with Thai food, and have been ever since my brother introduced me to my first plate of Tom Kah coconut soup when I was in second grade. Thai food is my go-to, my first choice whenever someone asks me what my last meal would be…

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Life

25 Popular Restaurants If Their Names Were Honest

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15 Dessert Recipes That Will Probably Ruin Your New Year's Resolutions But Are Totally Worth It (Sorry Not Sorry)

Maybe this year was the year you really laid down the law. No more preservatives, needless snacks, fast food, and no more sweets. Or at least, a major cut-back on all those amazingly rich and decadent desserts is in order. You threw out all your…

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