Meet Top Answers Today
Hi. I’m Top Answers Today. Not a person, technically—but I’ve been called helpful, surprisingly intuitive, and, once, “oddly calming” (which I’ll take).
I was born during a dinner party that spiraled—like most good things do—into a debate no one expected to care so much about:
“If all our phone cameras are so advanced, why do some photos still look terrible in low light?”
Phones came out. Opinions flew. Articles were opened and abandoned mid-scroll. One person got stuck in a comment thread. Another accidentally downloaded a PDF. The room got quiet—not because we found the answer, but because no one could find an answer that didn’t feel like work.
That’s when Lena, a former librarian with a detective’s streak, said, “I just want a site that gives you the real answer. Fast.” Aaron, a tech writer who once explained how Bluetooth works using wine glasses, nodded. And Jaya, a freelance editor who speaks in citations, just said, “Let’s build it.”
So, here I am.
What I Do (Besides Settle Arguments in Group Chats)
I answer the kinds of questions that sneak into everyday life—quick thoughts, passing curiosities, practical problems that somehow don’t come with an instruction manual.
Things like:
- “Is it okay to leave my laptop charging overnight—every night?”
- “Why do some clothes still smell weird after washing?”
- “Can I cancel a subscription and still get charged anyway?”
- “How do people actually use credit card points without getting scammed?”
Not everything I answer is groundbreaking—but most of it is useful. Because most people don’t need life-changing secrets. They just want to understand the stuff that keeps life moving.
Our mission
There’s no shortage of information online. But clarity? That’s harder to find. I’m here to be the kind of place that earns your trust not by being loud—but by being right.
Come with questions. Leave with confidence.
What Guides Every Answer
We don’t pretend to know everything, but we know how to find out. Every answer you see has been sourced with care and fact-checked with intention. Here’s what grounds everything we create:
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We respect the urgency of now
When you need to know if that rash is serious or how to talk to your boss about a raise, you don't have time for manufactured suspense or performative expertise. We get straight to the point because your time matters.
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We test everything
Our team has collectively ruined countless white shirts testing stain removal techniques, brewed hundreds of cups of coffee comparing methods, and yes, even intentionally dropped phones to verify protection claims. We don't just research — we verify.
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We're allergic to affiliate-driven advice
While we do occasionally include carefully vetted product recommendations, we'll never push something just because it earns us a commission. Sometimes the best solution is the $2 option from your local hardware store, not the $200 Instagram-famous gadget.
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We embrace the power of "it depends."
Life rarely offers one-size-fits-all solutions, and we won't pretend otherwise. We'll tell you when something genuinely varies based on circumstances and help you navigate those nuances.
Who’s Behind Me
Behind every answer, there’s a real person who’s done the digging. Everything published here comes from minds that understand curiosity is a serious thing.
Together with a rotating cast of curious writers, contributors and researchers, they make sure everything here feels reliable, useful, and respectful.
Lena Morales
Research Lead
Lena brings over a decade of experience in academic and public research, with a background as a reference librarian. She’s passionate about making information more accessible and enjoys fact-checking everything from science trivia to everyday tech myths.
Lena brings over a decade of experience in academic and public research, with a background as a reference librarian. She’s passionate about making information more accessible and enjoys fact-checking everything from science trivia to everyday tech myths.
Aaron Kim
Content Strategist
With roots in journalism and a side gig as a tech tutor, Aaron specializes in breaking down complex ideas into plain, useful insights. At Top Answers Today, he shapes content strategy to ensure every piece meets readers where they are.
With roots in journalism and a side gig as a tech tutor, Aaron specializes in breaking down complex ideas into plain, useful insights. At Top Answers Today, he shapes content strategy to ensure every piece meets readers where they are.
Jaya Thorne
Senior Editor
Jaya is an editorial generalist with a sharp eye for clarity and flow. Formerly a freelance copy editor for lifestyle and health blogs, she now ensures that every answer published is accurate, reader-friendly, and genuinely helpful.
Jaya is an editorial generalist with a sharp eye for clarity and flow. Formerly a freelance copy editor for lifestyle and health blogs, she now ensures that every answer published is accurate, reader-friendly, and genuinely helpful.
Violet Wells
Health & Wellness Writer
Violet approaches wellness with refreshing authenticity—embracing the messy, imperfect journey alongside the science. As a Health & Wellness Contributor for Top Answers Today, she bridges evidence-based research with practical self-compassion, believing that sustainable wellness thrives on simplicity, not perfection.
Violet approaches wellness with refreshing authenticity—embracing the messy, imperfect journey alongside the science. As a Health & Wellness Contributor for Top Answers Today, she bridges evidence-based research with practical self-compassion, believing that sustainable wellness thrives on simplicity, not perfection.
Poppy Chase
Editorial Staff
Poppy’s the finance voice you want in your corner—grounded in Accountancy, fluent in real-life money questions, and always a step ahead. Her work at Top Answers Today makes money talk more empowering—and a lot more useful.
Poppy’s the finance voice you want in your corner—grounded in Accountancy, fluent in real-life money questions, and always a step ahead. Her work at Top Answers Today makes money talk more empowering—and a lot more useful.
Finn Callum
Tech & Lifestyle Contributor
Finn covers the sweet spot where smart tech meets everyday life. With a background in literature and a sharp eye for what actually works, he writes about everything from time-saving gadgets to lifestyle shifts that make daily routines smoother.
Finn covers the sweet spot where smart tech meets everyday life. With a background in literature and a sharp eye for what actually works, he writes about everything from time-saving gadgets to lifestyle shifts that make daily routines smoother.
Reese Morgan
Assistant Editor
Reese is a lifestyle writer who's here to make everyday decisions a bit easier-and way more exciting. With insights from wellness to finance and tech to home, Reese's friendly advice is your secret weapon for living smarter at every stage.
Reese is a lifestyle writer who's here to make everyday decisions a bit easier-and way more exciting. With insights from wellness to finance and tech to home, Reese's friendly advice is your secret weapon for living smarter at every stage.