Smosh Reads Reddit Stories

Episode Title: Reddit's Biggest Jerks w/ Pokimane | Reading Reddit Stories
Date: October 4, 2025
Host: Shayne Topp
Guests: Pokimane, Courtney (Smosh Cast)

Episode Overview

This episode of Smosh Reads Reddit Stories dives into some of Reddit’s juiciest “Am I the Asshole?” tales, with a special focus on stories where people act like true jerks. Joined by gaming icon and streamer Pokimane, plus Smosh’s own Courtney, host Shayne Topp leads the trio through dramatic stories of betrayals, pettiness, and confessions—all explored with humor, candor, and relatable insight. The group comments on etiquette, insecurity, friendship, and navigating tricky social dynamics, often sharing personal takes in their lively banter.

Key Stories & Discussions

1. “Am I the Asshole for Calling Out My Cousin for Blaming Her Body Odor on Me?”

Start: 01:00

• Summary: OP (18F) visits cousin (19F) in Florida. At an outdoor restaurant with cousin’s boyfriend, cousin blames her body odor on OP. OP calls her out; cousin says she broke “girl code.”
• Discussion Highlights:
  • The group questions if “being stinky for your friend” is ever actually required “girl code.”
    • Courtney: “You have to be stinky for me. I didn’t know that was part of the girl code.” (02:13)
  • Pokimane shares that there is “good B.O.” and sometimes you like your partner’s natural scent.
    • Pokimane: “There is such a thing as good B.O. I agree, right?” (03:19)
  • Shayne stresses you shouldn’t expect a friend to take that fall, and discusses wingman etiquette.
  • They decide everyone’s entitled to their own body’s scent, but you shouldn’t throw your friends under the bus.
• Decision: Not the asshole.
  • “She embarrassed herself. Someone said, ‘how rude of you to climb out from under the bus she threw you under’.” (06:23)

2. “Am I the Asshole for Sabotaging My Google Doc Notes?”

Start: 07:04

• Summary: OP (21M) shares organic chemistry notes with friends, including a girl he likes (Jesse, 20F). He inserts deliberate mistakes in the doc so Jesse will do poorly and need tutoring from him. A friend calls him out.
• Discussion Highlights:
  • The group is shocked at OP’s manipulative logic.
    • Pokimane: “He literally goes, ‘I want to on purpose make her mess up so that she can see I’m a great guy’.” (10:24)
    • Shayne: “If it works out, that’s almost worse, because now your relationship’s built on a lie.” (11:52)
  • They agree OP’s plan is “gross and creepy,” and he already had a perfect, honest “in” to talk to her.
  • Sidebar on better ways to talk to a crush (e.g., flirting through Google Doc comments).
  • Notable quote: “You’re the doc riddler!” (12:08, Pokimane)
• Verdict: You’re the asshole.
  • “Playing weird games to manipulate people into dating you is disgusting.” (13:15)
• Update: OP’s friend cuts him off, and he gets perspective from Reddit. He reverses the sabotage, apologizes, and has an honest, platonic chat with Jesse instead. Growth moment.
  • OP: “I need to change the way I see the world and mature before initiating anything.” (16:23)
  • Pokimane: “There’s room for growth. I like it.” (16:34)

3. “Am I the Asshole for Not Letting Friends Use My Backyard for Their Wedding After They Banned My Plus-One?”

Start: 19:04

• Summary: OP is hosting his friends’ wedding at his (shared) house but told he can’t bring a date because his ex (bride’s cousin) will be upset. OP refuses, drama ensues.
• Discussion Highlights:
  • Issues of boundaries, wedding politics, and who “owns” an event space.
  • Pokimane: “They shouldn’t be assholes about it… they kind of don’t have any room to be mad if they’re getting married on his land.” (22:24)
  • Discussion about maturity, communication, and respecting people’s space and wishes without manipulating outcomes.
• Verdict: Not the asshole.
  • Comment: “Plus one, it’s your house, you can invite whoever you want... Plus 38 that shit.” (24:10)
• Update: OP learns ex has been behaving unhinged, his friend Dave is enabling her, and the “no plus one” was about manipulating OP into a closure conversation with his unstable ex. OP cancels the wedding on his property.
  • OP: “If she is so unstable that I need to be coerced into a conversation… she is too unsafe to be a guest in any capacity in my home.” (29:24)
  • Pokimane: “That’s crazy. Also, is it not even crazier that he unveiled everything?” (60:09)

4. “Am I the Asshole for Leaving My Boyfriend’s Place After He Ignored Me All Night Gaming?”

Start: 37:04

• Summary: OP (25F) goes to boyfriend’s (26M) place. He invites her, then ignores her all night—gaming in his room, not checking on her or feeding her. She leaves; he calls her dramatic.
• Discussion Highlights:
  • All panelists agree OP is not at fault; focus on basic respect in relationships.
    • Pokimane: “He said, ‘I just need to relax. On me.’ On me.” (39:20)
    • “If you order food, order food for everyone in the house!” (43:17, Shayne)
  • They discuss gaming etiquette, communication, and the difference between having hobbies and being a bad partner.
  • “His guests got food… you’re his partner, not background furniture.” (45:00)
• Verdict: Not the asshole.
  • “By chill girlfriend, he means a girlfriend that doesn’t make any demands or nag. A chill girlfriend sits there hungry, silent, and alone.” (46:05)

5. “Am I the Asshole for Being Upset About a $150 Engagement Ring?”

Start: 47:40

• Summary: OP is engaged to a well-off man who buys her a noticeably cheap ring. She’s not shallow; it’s about the meaning. She wonders if she’s wrong for feeling undervalued.
• Discussion Highlights:
  • The group debates the importance of communication around engagement rings and whether price matters.
    • Pokimane: “All that matters… is what you and your partner decide on… but communication is key.” (56:16)
  • Analysis of whether this was a “test” by the fiancé, and warning signs if so.
    • Pokimane: “I don’t like tests in relationships.” (54:41)
    • Shayne: “If it was an heirloom, it would have meaning. This feels like a throwaway.” (52:16)
• Update: The fiancé blows up when confronted, admits he deliberately bought a cheap ring to provoke OP so he could dump her as a “gold digger.” He also reveals he’s been cheating and was hoping to be seen as the victim by their friends.
  • Pokimane: “The way she dodged a bullet though!” (59:51)
  • Courtney: “They think they’re the main character.” (63:12)
  • Shayne: “He wanted the story. He wanted to be the victim.” (62:45)

6. “Am I the Asshole for Wearing a Tight Dress Clubbing Despite My Friends' Request?”

Start: 64:39

• Summary: OP (20F) on vacation with two friends. When she chooses a pink tight dress for clubbing, friends accuse her of being a “pick me” and trying to outshine them. They freeze her out and vandalize her clothes.
• Discussion Highlights:
  • Panel encourages OP to get better, more secure friends.
    • Pokimane: “Get less insecure friends or get more secure friends.” (66:27)
  • Talk about comparison, misogyny dynamics within female friendships.
    • Pokimane: “It’s so human and natural… but it’s whether or not you’re acting on those feelings and hurting other people.” (76:17)
• Update: OP's friends destroy her belongings and attempt to contact her boyfriend romantically after the trip. OP removes them from the hotel and her life.
  • “The epitome of diabolical… oh, you’re going to be so much better off, honey.” (74:51)
  • “The comments really gave me solid advice and the guts to actually stick up for myself in this situation.” (72:28)

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Pokimane on relationships and sabotage:
  “He literally goes, ‘I want to on purpose make her mess up so that she can see that I’m a great guy’… That’s not how you do it, mate.” (10:24)

• Courtney on “girl code” and friendships:
  “You have to be stinky for me. I didn’t know that was part of the girl code.” (02:13)

• Shayne’s advice to creeps:
  “Playing weird games to manipulate people into dating you is disgusting.” (13:15)

• Pokimane on communication:
  “All that matters… is what you and your partner decide on… but communication is key.” (56:16)

• On wedding drama:
  “I have never heard about a wedding going perfectly… There’s always something, there’s always some aspect.” (27:58, Shayne)

Timestamps of Major Segments

• Girl Code BO Story: 01:00 – 07:04
• Google Doc Sabotage: 07:04 – 18:34
• Wedding Plus One Drama: 19:04 – 36:00
• Boyfriend Gaming Neglect: 37:04 – 47:40
• Cheap Engagement Ring: 47:40 – 64:39
• Tight Dress Clubbing Fallout: 64:39 – 78:10

Episode Takeaways

• The stories are an engaging mix of petty, shocking, and deeply human.
• Pokimane brings insightful, empathetic takes on manipulation, confidence, and relationship etiquette.
• The episode highlights the power of communication, the dangers of insecurity, and the value of setting boundaries—even if it ends friendships or relationships.
• Not all “jerks” are irredeemable: one OP sees the error of his ways and grows.
• Sometimes, Reddit and a candid friend are what you need to see—and escape—gaslighting, toxic friendships, or manipulative relationships.

Closing:
Pokimane plugs her “Sweet and Sour” podcast, and the Smosh team encourages votes for the Signal Listener’s Choice Awards. The trio wraps up by agreeing: avoiding drama is ideal, but reading about it makes for great entertainment and personal growth.

For new listeners:
This episode is a perfect snapshot of Smosh Reads Reddit Stories’ unique blend of humor, drama, and honest advice as Shayne, Pokimane, and Courtney dissect the internet’s biggest jerks.