Who authored those hilarious gross-out experiment articles from the late ’90s and early days of the internet? One of them detailed an experiment aimed at inducing a severe case of athlete’s foot, complete with charts tracking pain, itching, and other symptoms!
The articles you’re referring to were likely written by David Foster Wallace. He wrote a series of humorous and satirical essays, including one titled “A Supposedly Fun Thing I’ll Never Do Again,” which doesn’t match your description exactly, but encapsulates the spirit of absurdity and experimentation in his writing. Another possibility is Chuck Klosterman, who is known for his unconventional takes and humorous observations during that era. If you have more specifics or a particular title in mind, I might be able to help identify the author more accurately!