Smosh Reads Reddit Stories

Episode: Ultimate Betrayal Stories | Reading Reddit Stories

Date: August 16, 2025

Host: Shayne Topp
Guests: Ian Hecox, Courtney Miller (and other Smosh cast)

Episode Overview

This episode of "Smosh Reads Reddit Stories" dives deep into tales of betrayal pulled straight from Reddit. Host Shayne Topp and co-hosts Ian and Courtney react in real-time to a series of jaw-dropping, infuriating, and occasionally heartbreaking stories submitted to various Reddit forums. While their signature banter and irreverent humor are ever-present, the cast also brings thoughtful (sometimes therapeutic) perspectives on being wronged, personal boundaries, and healing. This episode is packed with high drama, memorable quotes, and the infectious energy of the Smosh crew.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Setting the Stage: Summer Games & Betrayal (01:00–02:45)

• Shayne, Ian, and Courtney banter about the conclusion of Smosh Summer Games, playfully accusing each other of betrayal ("Dream on"—Ian, 01:26).
• The hosts segue into the theme of the day: Betrayal. Jokes about the "Halo" announcer's iconic "Betrayal!" (Ian: "Do you not hear it in the guy from Halo’s voice?" 02:50).

2. Story 1: "Am I the Asshole for Stopping My Classmate from Winning an Award and Making Her Cry?" (03:25–11:34)

Story Recap:
A 17-year-old, bullied for facial scars, develops a crush on a girl (Beck) who appears sweet but secretly uses him for clout and a community service award. She posts demeaning comments about him on social media. Upon discovering her scheme, he exposes her to the award committee, resulting in her crying and being withdrawn from the nomination. The Reddit poster feels ostracized but justified.

Key Reactions:

• The cast is shocked by the calculated nature of the girl's betrayal.
  • Shane: "She thought she was being a good human by organizing this entire thing… you’re actually not a good person." (08:06)
  • Courtney: "This is high school. Is mean." (09:27)
• Discussions circle around self-image and moving on after trauma.
  • Courtney: “Girls, scars are awesome.” (07:19)
  • Shane: "He describes himself as tall, intimidating, has two scars—sounds like an action hero, badass." (07:30)
• Reflection on high school cruelty and hope for the poster’s future.
  • Ian: "This is gonna get so much ass when he gets older. Let’s just be real. Two scars." (09:39)
  • Shane: "When you’re 17, life sucks… but you’ll move past this." (09:57)

Notable Quote:

• “She’s the ugly one here.” — Reddit comment, quoted by Courtney (11:34)

3. Story 2: "I Found Out Why My Husband Hides His Best Friend From Me" (16:36–26:20)

Story Recap:
Woman finds out her husband has been cheating with his male best friend, Caro, since before their marriage. Entire friend group knew and kept the secret. She is devastated but still in love.

Key Reactions:

• Stunned by the depth of the deception:
  • Ian: "I just thought… maybe they had a little fling. But this is… a full-blown relationship." (19:03)
  • Courtney: "I could not go over a woman's house and keep this secret from her." (20:03)
• Compassion for the poster grappling with betrayal and conflicting emotions:
  • Shane: "This is as extreme as cheating really gets beyond having a secret family… full-on has another relationship." (23:29)
  • Courtney: "She just needs to leave." (24:53)
• Discussion of cultural/family pressures (husband is bisexual, possibly can’t marry a man):
  • Shane: "It's possible Dylan at least thinks his family would not be okay with him marrying a man." (22:16)
• Empathy for loneliness and gaslighting by friends:
  • Courtney: "All her friends lied to her too… you don't trust anyone now." (23:40)

Update:
She leaves her husband and cuts off the friend group.

Notable Quote:

• “What you thought you had with Dylan was just a dream. You dreamt that up all by yourself. Every liar by extension in your friend group watched you sleep, then aided Dylan and Caro to keep you in the dark.” — Reddit comment read by Shane (24:17)

4. Story 3: "Am I the Asshole for Throwing a Cup of Cold Water on My Naked Husband?" (27:13–40:57)

Story Recap:
A frustrated wife describes how, for 20 years, her husband repeatedly forgets to reset the shower diverter, resulting in her being doused with cold water. After one last straw, she drenches him with cold water in retaliation.

Key Reactions:

• The Smosh crew is bewildered; discussion about relationship dealbreakers and small annoyances:
  • Courtney: "If you're with someone for 20 years and it's the shower thing, I don't know, you either have to leave or stick it out." (33:48)
• Insight into communication and resentment:
  • Ian: "If she was able to speak to her feelings around that issue… it's better to communicate rather than saying, ‘I got assaulted with water so now I’m going to assault you with water.’" (36:14)
• Admonishment for escalation and advice to address underlying issues:
  • Shane: "You want him to… start remembering things. It's like, adapt. If that's a dealbreaker for you, then you should have addressed that." (32:13)

Reddit Verdict & Update:

• Verdict: YTA (You’re the Asshole), and "poo mode activated"—Reddit’s way of saying she’s especially unpleasant here.
• OP comments she needs to get out of the relationship: "I don't like the person I am when I'm around him anymore." (40:57)
• Therapy is called for: "Nonviolent Communication" book is recommended.

Notable Quotes:

• "She was in a rageful place. You did not write this for us to be on your side." (38:28 – Courtney/ Shane)
• "Write out the statement, 'My husband annoyed me so I physically attacked him' and stare at it for a while." — Reddit comment, read by Shane (39:51)

5. Story 4: "Am I the Asshole for Divorcing My Wife After She Drunkenly Exposed Me to Our Friends?" (42:25–54:15)

Story Recap:
A man’s wife drunkenly jokes in front of friends about his penis size, exposing a private bedroom humiliation game to their circle. He leaves the party in humiliation and considers divorce.

Key Reactions:

• The roast is brutal and the hosts are momentarily stunned:
  • “No, no, no, no, no.” — Ian (43:47)
• Sympathy for the poster’s vulnerability:
  • Shane: "Regardless of all these things… your partner body shamed you in front of all your friends.” (49:41)
• Frank discussion about irreparable trust and violation:
  • Courtney: “Divorce. Word.” (50:14)
• Ian and Courtney try imagining how to own it publicly; advice to seek counseling rather than end everything over one slip.

Update:
The couple has a serious talk, agree on boundaries, and both pursue individual and couples counseling. Wife quits drinking for now.

Notable Quotes:

• "The only antidote to public humiliation is public lionization." — Reddit comment, read by Shane (51:24)
• "But above all, you are not the asshole and you are enough. You are a man deserving of respect and love from your partner." — Reddit comment, read by Shane (52:46)

6. Story 5: "Am I the Asshole for Not Attending My Son’s Wedding and Spending the Evening With His Ex-Wife Instead?" (54:30–62:36)

Story Recap:
A father declines to attend his son's wedding due to his son's abusive and controlling history with his ex-wife, with whom the father has remained close. He instead spends the wedding night supporting the ex-daughter-in-law, seeing her as family and wanting to help her. The son is furious and declares his father dead to him.

Key Reactions:

• The crew is moved by the father's unwavering support:
  • Courtney: “The father sounds like a sweet, sweet man.” (57:12)
• Details reveal the son was abusive—controlling, manipulative, isolating his wife; the hosts are horrified:
  • Shane: “For the parents to quickly be like, he's in the wrong… what is going on?” (57:27)
  • Courtney: "No partner should ever tell you how you should wear your hair." (59:51)
• Applause for the family putting children and the victim first
  • Ian: "It sounds to me like she's trying to be the peacekeeper... she doesn't want to lose her son." (62:06)
  • Courtney: “I think it’s really great they are taking that side and supporting her because it sounds like she doesn't have any support.” (62:28)

Update:

• The son finds out about the post, cuts ties ("he’s dead to me now"). The father stands firm, stating the grandkids and their mother are his priority.

Notable Quotes:

• “He’s in the wrong, and we’re completely on our ex’s side… what is going on?” — Shane (57:27)
• “Your children have to be our number one priority. They’re not just some disposable items you can leave behind when one chapter of your life comes.” — OP’s wife, quoted by Shane (61:58)

Memorable Moments — Quotes & Timing

• On Betrayal:
  • Ian: “When you read the word betrayal, do you not hear it in the voice from the guy from Halo going, ‘betrayal’?” (02:50)
• On High School Cruelty:
  • Shane: “I am blown away by people who can do like this much effort into hurting someone.” (09:29)
• On Secrets and Friendships:
  • Courtney: “Some people can just live life keeping secrets…” (20:14)
• On Venting:
  • Shane: “That’s probably some of the most like, vitriol we’ve ever read in a Reddit story.” (41:27)
• On Respect:
  • Shane (re: public humiliation): “She doubled down on her statement by saying, ‘I’m so sorry,’ letting everyone know it was the truth.” (51:19)

Highlighted Timestamps

• [01:00–02:45] — Smosh Games wrap-up and introducing the “Betrayal” theme
• [03:25–11:34] — Story 1: High school betrayal (scars and award scandal)
• [16:36–26:20] — Story 2: Husband’s secret gay affair, group betrayal
• [27:13–40:57] — Story 3: Cold-water revenge and the slow build of resentment
• [42:25–54:15] — Story 4: Bedroom “humiliation” made public, trust crisis
• [54:30–62:36] — Story 5: Parent sides with ex-daughter-in-law over controlling son

Tone & Language

True to Smosh form, the episode balances irreverent humor, genuine empathy, and no-holds-barred honesty. The hosts freely joke (“Tall. Intimidating. Plays the guitar. This man is IN.” — Courtney, 09:45), but also take time to validate feelings and offer thoughtful advice (“It’s the feeling behind the action,” — Ian, 34:52). There’s liberal use of profanity, especially when reading posts verbatim.

Final Takeaways

• High school and social betrayals can be cruel but are (hopefully) temporary.
• Deep secrets, abuse, and betrayal — whether in marriage or handled by friend groups — can devastate but also clarify what you really expect from loved ones.
• Small annoyances, if left unaddressed, can fester into real resentment (sometimes requiring therapy or drastic action).
• Family loyalty should not come at the expense of enabling harmful behavior.

The Smosh team reminds listeners that whatever the betrayal, you can survive and move on — and that sometimes, online strangers dispense surprisingly good (if unpaid) therapy.