Smosh Reads Reddit Stories: "Am I The A**hole" w/ Jacksepticeye

Episode Date: March 21, 2026
Host: Shayne Topp
Guests: Jacksepticeye (Sean), Trevor

Episode Overview

This lively episode of Smosh Reads Reddit Stories dives into a fresh batch of "Am I The A**hole?" tales from Reddit, featuring guest Jacksepticeye alongside Smosh's Shayne and Trevor. The group reacts to awkward family drama, clueless partners, hairy dog mishaps, and hilarious mishaps involving AirPods, applying their trademark blend of humor, empathy, and playful roasting. Throughout the hour, they not only judge Redditors' behavior but also reflect on communication, boundaries, and the wild quirks of human nature—all while delivering memorable banter and plenty of laughs.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Family Finances Gone Wrong at Thanksgiving

Story: Would I be the a**hole for refusing to bring $100 minimum to Thanksgiving?

• Summary: OP’s family institutes a $100 buy-in or food contribution for Thanksgiving, springing it last-minute on guests (including those with much smaller families). The request escalates to also paying a $200 water bill "option."
• Panel Reacts:
  • All three are shocked at the audacity—especially when personal finances and utility bills are thrown into a potluck context.
  • Notable Quote (Jacksepticeye, 05:46): “I think it’s always weird when money enters family shit like that.”
  • They point out the math doesn't add up and agree, “This is a potluck, not a charity dinner.”
• Reddit Verdict: Overwhelming "Not the a**hole;" the consensus is the family is out of line.
• Memorable Comment: “Bring $100 worth of mashed potato ingredients and show up with 50 pounds of mashed potatoes.” (08:01)
• Mini-Update: OP’s sister then posts OP's teacher salary in the group chat to shame them—making it even more toxic.
• Discussion on holidays & family dynamics (10:06–11:00): The group ends agreeing: “Don’t go, and probably don’t show up to any more family functions if it’s like this.”

2. The Muhammad Ali Reference Dilemma

Story: Am I the asshole for expressing surprise that my fiancée didn’t know who Muhammad Ali was?

• Summary: OP is surprised, possibly insultingly so, that their partner is unfamiliar with Muhammad Ali, causing tension.
• Panel Discussion:
  • They discuss the clashing perspectives and tone, and whether “how do you not know X?” is an asshole move.
  • Notable Quote (Trevor, 16:23): “I just can't believe if it actually happened that way she would have been upset. I fear men on Reddit never accurately represent the way they said something.”
  • The hosts recognize: Tone matters, and sharing knowledge can be done excitedly—not with superiority.
  • Shayne (20:52): “What we’re dealing with here is he made her feel stupid.”
• Reddit Verdict: “No assholes here,” but users stress the importance of apologizing sincerely and communicating better.
• Memorable Reference: “Kylie Jenner, the Muhammad Ali of the Kardashians.” (17:03, Jacksepticeye)
• Lesson Discussion (23:04–24:11): “Not knowing a thing doesn’t make you stupid... It’s a chance for them [the teller] to feel superior.”

3. Paying to Clean After Bringing Shedding Dogs

Story: Am I the asshole for refusing to pay to have my friend’s house cleaned after my dogs stayed there?

• Summary: OP visits with two large, shedding dogs after a bereavement, and the host requests help paying for extra cleaning. OP protests since the dogs didn’t destroy anything.
• Panel Take:
  • Consensus: OP should have proactively cleaned or offered to help since pet hair is a big deal for non-pet owners.
  • Trevor (28:32): “If I’m taking my dogs to someone’s house I’m asking for a vacuum.”
  • The group discusses being over-accommodating as a guest and respecting people’s spaces.
• Reddit Verdict: OP is the a**hole—clean up as a guest, especially after animals.
• Memorable Comment: “Given that OP didn’t even seem to see peeing on the porch as a problem, OP’s hygiene standards must be pretty damned low.” (30:10)
• Panel Reflection: Stay is free (vs. hotel/dog boarding), so paying for cleaning is still a bargain.

4. “Can I Have Your Food?” - The Chestnut Incident

Story: Am I the asshole for not letting a random kid eat my food?

• Summary: While eating roasted chestnuts at the mall, the family's food is approached by a random, persistent child. OP refuses to share, boyfriend calls her rude.
• Panel’s Conclusions:
  • Never give food (especially nuts) to a strange child without parent approval.
  • Jacksepticeye (34:37): “That kid could just fucking die. Because he’s stupid.”
  • Panel finds the situation both funny and a little disturbing, jokes about “feeding stray children.”
• Reddit Verdict: OP is not the a**hole. The boyfriend’s attempt at kindness could have terrible results.
• Memorable Momens: “Feed a kid a nut, he’ll go hungry again. Teach a kid how to gather chestnuts...” (37:02, Jacksepticeye)

5. Group Cinema Meetup Gone Wrong

Story: Am I the asshole for not checking my phone when a friend bailed?

• Summary: A group of friends plan to meet for a movie marathon. One friend, Mark, waits outside in his car, can’t find them, calls only once, gets no answer, and leaves angry.
• Panel’s Take:
  • Everyone could have communicated more/better—especially Mark.
  • Jacksepticeye (41:13): “You’re in charge of your own shit.”
  • It’s relatable, but ultimately, Mark’s reaction (angry messages, refusing to talk) is excessive.
  • Both OP and Mark could have done more to connect.
• Reddit Verdict: “Everyone sucks here” — a miscommunication comedy of errors.

6. The Elusive Xbox Birthday Gift

Story: Am I the asshole for buying myself an Xbox after my boyfriend (20) promised me one for my birthday a year ago—and never delivered?

• Summary: OP’s long-distance boyfriend claims (for a year) he has bought her an Xbox. When she buys one for herself, he gets mad, claims she ruined the surprise, and insists he spent over $600 on accessories.
• Panel Reaction:
  • Unanimous: The boyfriend is lying; he never had the Xbox.
  • Shayne (50:37): “This is the funniest version of catfishing. He’s catfishing an Xbox.”
  • Jacksepticeye jokes about “double-douching” with the bad behavior.
  • They’re astounded at the childishness and dishonesty.
• Reddit & Update:
  • “Not the asshole” — and users dunk on the boyfriend’s manipulation.
  • After a second “update,” OP reveals she broke up with the boyfriend.
• Notable Quotes:
  • “You can't buy someone a gift and be like, yeah, I’m holding onto it… for a year.” (51:06, Shane)
  • “He was a bit of a douche—and then he double douched.” (55:22, Jacksepticeye)

7. Science or Shenanigans? – Playing Music Through a Swallowed AirPod

Story: Am I the asshole for bluetooth connecting to the AirPod my niece swallowed to see if it would play?

• Summary: After a 3-year-old swallows an AirPod, OP lightens the mood by connecting and putting their ear to her stomach—much to the family’s horror.
• Panel’s Reaction:
  • They think it’s hilarious and actually a great stress-reliever in a scary situation.
  • Trevor, 58:20: “That’s science. Was Galileo an asshole?”
  • Shayne: “It does serve some sort of purpose!” (60:49)
  • Safety note: Tech batteries are dangerous if swallowed—so the family did call an ambulance.
• Memorable Moments:
  • Panel riffs on what music to play, using the kid as a “JBL speaker.”
  • “Peak uncle moment. Well played, sir.” (63:39, Reddit comment read by Shane)
• Reddit Verdict: Not the a**hole; laughter in stressful situations is human.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Pay off my house? Yeah, this is just absurd.” (Shane, 05:41)
• “$100 of mashed potatoes is enough to fill this room.” (Trevor, 06:47)
• “You don’t give strange kids nuts.” (Multiple, 36:59)
• “He just wanted brownie points without making the brownie.” (Reddit comment, 51:50)
• “Never gonna have that chance again.” (Jacksepticeye, 64:15)
• “It's true. And now she has an Xbox.” (Jacksepticeye, 57:44)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• 00:15–01:52: Episode intro, guest welcomes, panel banter
• 04:02–11:08: Family Thanksgiving $100 minimum story (+ update)
• 14:07–24:11: Muhammad Ali knowledge argument
• 26:03–32:56: The shedding dog/cleaning payment dilemma
• 33:08–38:47: Chestnut kid at the mall
• 39:13–47:48: Cinema meetup miscommunication
• 47:58–57:44: The Xbox that never was
• 58:05–65:50: AirPod in the stomach science experiment
• 65:54–66:42: Wrap-up, set talk, episode outro

Tone, Banter, and Takeaways

• Banter is fast-paced and comedic, with plenty of improvised riffs, bits, and playful self-dunks.
• Judgment is delivered with empathy, but also direct (“He double-douched.”).
• Throughout, the tone is irreverent and warm—the humor always layered over genuine discussion about boundaries, communication, and being decent to one another.
• Panel’s Key Lessons: Communication matters more than “winning,” it’s essential to proactively respect friends’/families’ boundaries, and sometimes in chaos, it’s okay to find a moment to laugh.

Who Should Listen?

• Fans of Am I The A**hole Reddit meta-discussion
• Smosh, Jacksepticeye, and reaction podcast aficionados
• Listeners who appreciate a blend of goofy, honest, and sometimes thoughtful internet commentary

Final Thoughts

A classic Reddit reactions episode elevated by Smosh banter, Jacksepticeye’s earnestness and wit, and a relentless parade of relatable disasters. The episode is packed with laughs, memorable moments, and takeaways about friendship, family, and sometimes just having to buy your own Xbox.