Smosh Reads Reddit Stories

Episode: "Didn't See THAT Coming | Reading Reddit Stories"

Host: Shane Topp
Guests: Trevor, Angela
Original Air Date: April 4, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode revolves around the theme of Reddit stories with updates— specifically, new Reddit posts that unfold in real-time with twists, turns, and multiple follow-ups. Host Shane Topp and his guests, Trevor and Angela, humorously analyze each story, draw on their own experiences, and deliver a blend of empathy, skepticism, and comedians' banter. The show uses the stories as springboards for deeper discussions about boundaries, insecurity, relationships, and the more ridiculous corners of internet storytelling.

Key Segments & Timestamps

• [00:41] – Introduction and studio updates
• [04:01] – Story 1: The Boyfriend's Inappropriate Shirt
• [25:26] – Story 2: Cousin Jealousy and Family Drama
• [50:01] – Story 3: The Camera Roll Dilemma
• [65:41] – Story 4: The Mystery Vibrating Sound
• [77:17] – Lightning round/Wrap-up

Studio and Team Updates

[00:41–03:46]

• Shane introduces the podcast’s move to a new, in-progress studio closer to the beach, joking about elaborate pranks and nostalgia for their old location.
• Trev and Angela give lighthearted personal updates.
• All hosts riff on how moving might just be an elaborate sketch or pit video.

Notable Quote

“We’re moving, guys. It might be a prank.” – Shane [02:39]
"We can break laws now." – Shane [03:43]

Story 1: "Am I the Asshole for Making My Daughter’s Boyfriend Buy a New T-Shirt?"

[04:01–25:20]

Story Summary

A dad recounts making his daughter's 19-year-old boyfriend buy a new shirt before family dinner when the boyfriend arrived wearing a T-shirt that read: "It's not gonna suck itself." The dad quietly gave the boyfriend $40 and sent him to Walmart to get a more respectful shirt. Later, the daughter finds out, feels her boyfriend was humiliated, and the boyfriend hints to her that it was embarrassing. Further updates reveal the boyfriend was dared to wear the shirt by his older brother, the family gets involved via Reddit, and the saga devolves into family-learned lessons and retribution for the older brother.

Key Discussion Points

• Shane, Trevor, and Angela all agree the dad handled the situation with rare, measured kindness and boundaries rather than anger.
• They riff on how much worse it could have gone ("He could have been thrown out!").
• Commentary on teenage reasoning and the outsized power of sibling dares.
• The dynamic of family embarrassment and learning moments is unpacked, both wisely and with plenty of jokes.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Shane:

  "He got lucky that he showed up and it was just the dad and the dad did that and didn’t kill him." [06:30]

• Trevor:

  "For him to be like, 'Here’s $40'... there are people that would have been like, 'Get out of my house. I never want to see you again.'" [07:49]

• Angela

  "It kind of shows his values. These are grown ass kids, man. This is a 19 and a 21-year-old!" [23:46]

Story Updates:

• [13:35] The daughter clarifies the “humiliation” to her dad; the boyfriend left out details.
• [15:31] The boyfriend admits he was dared by his older brother. The daughter demands accountability, including telling his own parents.
• [20:07] Boyfriend’s parents, Redditors themselves, discover the post, offer sincere apologies, and even punish the mischievous older brother by making him wear pink shirts.
• [25:10] The hosts marvel at social media’s real-life crossover, familial accountability, and the sheer sitcom energy of it all.

Story 2: "Am I the Asshole for Not Hanging Out With My Cousin After Too Many Jokes About My Life Choices?"

[25:26–49:46]

Story Summary

The poster (a 22-year-old woman) is being endlessly needled by her cousin Mary (23) about her “corporate job,” choices, and financial stability. The sarcasm escalates into public digs and social discomfort. After the cousin is confronted, she gets defensive, family drama ensues, and, in the follow-up, Mary invents a fictional viral Reddit post to garner sympathy.

Key Discussion Points

• The hosts dissect how insecurity operates within friendships and family, especially during your early 20s.
• Personal stories are shared about feeling left behind or jealous, and how toxic it can be when someone wants you to be “smaller.”
• The group agrees: OP is NOT the asshole for pulling back after communicating boundaries.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Angela:

  "I think OP did what they were supposed to do... once you say how you feel and the other person won’t acknowledge or change, pulling back is the right move." [31:48]

• Shane:

  “The only way to release this is if her friend gets a job that she feels is equal to hers. And even then, is this the rest of our lives?” [39:18]

• Trevor:

  “You don’t want to feel guilty for succeeding or doing things you want to do.” [37:47]

• On Mary’s fake Reddit dramatics:

  "Honestly, I don't know if I even want to [talk to her] anymore. This reads like she found the post and then exaggerated the hell out of it." – Shane [44:05]

"The pain and insecurity gets so strong that you go to extents to get attention and love." – Angela [45:35]

Story 3: "Am I the Asshole for Yelling at My Girlfriend Due to Her Camera Roll?"

[50:01–62:37]

Story Summary

A young man (23) gets angry at his girlfriend (21) for keeping her ex in group and friend photos on her camera roll, despite a non-romantic context. He demands she remove them entirely; she refuses to erase four-plus years of her life and leaves, calling out his emotional insecurity. The post is updated twice—first with his apology and her breakup, and finally, three years later, a twist: the entire saga was a fake, part of a journalist’s research project.

Key Discussion Points

• Shane and guests reflect on digital memory, modern relationships, and why this scenario—erasing digital “evidence” of the past—is both common and thorny.
• The group agrees that the boyfriend’s behavior is deeply insecure and controlling.
• The fake reveal prompts a meta discussion on internet stories, gullibility, and how hypotheticals are just as useful for self-examination, whether true or not.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Shane:

  "Buddy, I think you’ve already lost her." [52:32]

• Angela:

  "It's immature to get upset when anyone has exes at all; they existed." [55:59]

• Trevor:

  "You're asking them to delete so much more than just... this person in their life." [56:35]

• The fake-out reveal:

  "First of all, it was fake. Sorry. I know that sucks." [58:45]

• Angela:

  "I feel like I just did a cold plunge—an Internet cold plunge where you believed everything." [60:51]

• Shane:

  "Keep in mind, you might be getting marriage advice from a 12-year-old..." [63:19]

Story 4: "Mysterious Vibrating in My Bedroom"

[65:41–76:59]

Story Summary

A Redditor describes a mysterious buzzing sound in their bedroom, which sporadically recurs and mimics the vibration of a cell phone. After extensive crowdsourcing and nearly two years, the culprit is finally revealed: the rhythmic breathing of their pet dog, whose inaudible exhales on quiet nights created the perplexing phenomenon.

Key Discussion Points

• Collective sympathy and sharing of similar experiences (phantom phone vibrations, unexplained household noises).
• The power of the brain to create or misinterpret patterns, especially with growing digital dependence.
• Comical “paranormal” speculation devolving into a commentary on modern anxiety and pet quirks.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• “This happened to me like two days ago.” – Trevor [73:10]
• “I'm decently confident that this is the same buzzing that I've been hearing for years...it was my stupid shepherd's exhales.” – Shane reading OP’s update [73:54]
• “It was the dog all along. This time you can blame it on the dog.” – Angela [77:13]

Final Commentary & Wrap-Up

[77:17–77:53]

• Banter about wrapping up, sleeping at 11:30 in the morning, and tongue-in-cheek studio "updates."
• General affection and camaraderie closes out the show.

Notable Closing Quotes

“Thank you both for being here for all these updates." – Shane [77:17]

"Update: Another episode comes out. Love you." – Angela [77:49]

Concluding Thoughts

Themes & Takeaways:

• Boundaries & Kindness: The first story’s dad illustrates non-explosive boundary-setting. The group exalts handling conflict without anger and offering a second chance.
• Insecurity & Jealousy: The cousin jealousy and camera roll sagas spark honest reflection on how insecurity breeds resentment, and the freedom that comes from letting it go.
• Critical Thinking on the Internet: The journalist story and the “fake” reveal serve as a reminder of internet gullibility— but also the surprising utility of using hypotheticals for self-examination.
• The Strange Comedy of Ordinary Life: From dogs emulating phone vibrations to the sitcom-like dramas in Reddit posts, the hosts underscore that sometimes the wildest mysteries have the dumbest answers.

Episode Vibe:
Witty, borderline irreverent banter intertwined with empathy and real talk—Smosh turns Reddit's tall tales into both comedy and modern life advice.

Notable Quotes & Moments at a Glance

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|---------|-------| | 02:39 | Shane | “We’re moving, guys. It might be a prank.” | | 07:49 | Trevor | “There are people that would have been like, get out of my house. I never want to see you again.” | | 23:46 | Angela | “It kind of shows his values. These are grown ass kids, man. This is a 19 and a 21-year-old!” | | 39:18 | Shane | “The only way to release this is if her friend gets a job that she feels is equal to hers... is this the rest of our lives?” | | 52:32 | Shane | “Buddy, I think you’ve already lost her.” | | 60:51 | Angela | “I feel like I just did a cold plunge—an Internet cold plunge where you believed everything.” | | 73:13 | Trevor | “This happened to me two days ago!” | | 77:13 | Angela | “It was the dog all along. This time, you can blame it on the dog.” |

Useful for Listeners Who Haven’t Tuned In:

This episode is a perfect example of Smosh blending Reddit’s wild stories with genuine discussion—expect big laughs, candid confessions, surprising plot twists, and a recurring lesson about the perils of both literal and emotional clutter. Whether you’re seeking a laugh, some low-key therapy, or a little existential validation, Smosh Reads Reddit Stories delivers on all accounts in this week’s update-packed installment.