Episode
Am I The Scrooge? | Reading Reddit Stories
- Podcast
- Smosh Reads Reddit Stories
- Published
- Nov 29, 2025
- Duration seconds
- 4206
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- https://audioboom.com/posts/8809026
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Summary
A collection of holiday-themed Reddit dilemmas ranging from controversial Christmas gifts to awkward family encounters. The hosts debate the ethics of household presents and the social fallout of seasonal mishaps.
Topics
- Reddit Stories
- Holiday Drama
- Relationship Advice
- Christmas Traditions
- Thanksgiving Anecdotes
- Social Etiquette
- Gift Giving
- Pop Culture
Highlights
- Main idea: The debate over whether practical gifts like a Roomba are thoughtful or dismissive of a partner's needs
- Failure mode: How small seasonal oversights, like leaving a rotting pumpkin on a porch, can escalate into neighborhood tension
- Practical takeaway: Navigating the fine line between being a helpful neighbor and overstepping boundaries
- Social tension: The awkwardness of maintaining family decorum during high-stress holidays like Thanksgiving
- Lesson: The lasting impact of public embarrassment and 'crop dusting' in social settings
Chapters
1:00The Great Peppermint Debate: The hosts argue over the appropriate timing for transitioning from pumpkin spice to peppermint flavors.6:00The Roomba Controversy: A discussion on whether buying a vacuum for a spouse is a helpful gesture or a sign of neglecting intimacy.17:00Christmas Creepiness: An analysis of a chilling interaction involving a family member and a holiday surprise.22:00Santa and Relationship Ends: The hosts react to a story about a partner's belief in Santa Claus and a holiday breakup.33:00The Rotting Pumpkin Neighbor: A debate on the ethics of cleaning up a neighbor's decaying Halloween decorations.43:00Pokemon and Gift Effort: Evaluating the level of effort required in holiday gift-giving and the impact of mismatched interests.59:00The Dance Floor Incident: Sharing stories of public gastrointestinal mishaps and the social consequences of 'crop dusting'.