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Analyzing Extreme and Unexpected Relationship Advice from Reddit

Discover resolutions to bizarre online predicaments, from misleading T-shirts to accidental romance with former escorts. Learn how others navigate extreme social and digital dilemmas shared across advice subreddits.

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  • Resolve accidental gifting of suggestive merchandise to an innocent family member.
  • Examine the fallout when AI is used to generate deeply personal wedding vows.
  • Analyze the etiquette of interacting with a persistent, cigarette-stealing seagull at work.
  • Track an unlikely romance that blossomed after hiring an escort for social pretext.
  • Address the consequences of lying about athletic prowess to impress a potential partner.

This episode covers five strange situations posted to Reddit seeking guidance, ranging from family mishaps to complex dating scenarios involving AI and professional services. The hosts offer real-time reactions and subsequent updates on how OP resolved these confusing conflicts.

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Need advice? Maybe don't go to Reddit tbh. Go to https://www.Zocdoc.com/PITREDDIT to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. PODCAST: https://smo.sh/PitRedditSpotify https://smo.sh/PitRedditiHeart https://smo.sh/PitRedditApple 0:00 Intro 2:29 Do I tell my brother what his shirt actually means https://www.reddit.com/r/Advice/comments/1hm80ba/do_i_tell_my_little_brother_what_his_i_love_cream/ 9:21 Sponsor 10:30 I was caught using AI to write my wedding vows https://www.reddit.com/r/relationship_advice/comments/1n6errf/i_35m_was_caught_using_ai_to_write_wedding_vows/ 22:32 I have a problem with a seagull at work https://www.reddit.com/r/Advice/comments/14i79q2/stupid_but_i_have_a_problem_with_a_seagull_at_work/ 27:27 Hired an escort once but we keep meeting https://www.reddit.com/r/relationship_advice/comments/tshzom/hired_and_escort_once_but_we_keep_meeting/ 41:40 I got posted in an "are we dating the same guy" Facebook group 51:25 A triathlete wants to run with me... https://www.reddit.com/r/Advice/comments/1jr0ob2/told_girl_ive_been_running_now_she_wants_to_run/ SUBSCRIBE: https://smo.sh/Sub2SmoshPit WEAR OUR JOKES: https://smosh.com WHO YOU SEE Shayne Topp // https://www.instagram.com/shaynetopp/ Chanse McCrary // https://www.instagram.com/phatchanse/ Trevor Evarts // https://www.instagram.com/trevorevarts/ WHO YOU DON’T SEE (usually) Director: Bailey Petracek Editor: Andre Gardere Director of Programming, Smosh Pit: Emily Rose Jacobson Associate Producer, Smosh Pit: Bailey Petracek Production Designer: Cassie Vance Art Director: Erin Kuschner, Josie Bellerby Stage Manager: Alex Aguilar Prop Master: Courtney Chapman, Abby Schmidt Art Coordinator: Bridgette Baron Wardrobe Supervisor: Julia Rosner Set Dresser: Carly Hough Art PA: Emilie Anderson Audio Mixer: Scott Neff Director of Photography: Brennan Iketani Videographer: James Hull Camera Operator: Eric Wann Assistant Director: Jonathan Hyon Executive Vice President of Production: Amanda Barnes Senior Production Manager: Alexcina Figueroa Production Manager: Jonathan Hyon Production Coordinator: Zianne Hoover Operations & Production Coordinator: Oliver Wehlander Production Assistant: Caroline Smith Director of Post Production: Luke Baker DIT/Lead AE: Matt Duran DIT/AE: Beni Kimuene Post Production Coordinator: Ariana Martinez IT: Tim Baker IT & Equipment Coordinator: Lopati Ho Chee Sound Editor: Gareth Hird Director of Design: Brittany Hobbs Senior Motion & Branding Designer: Christie Hauck Graphic Designers: Ness Cardano, Monica Ravitch Director of Channel Operations: Lizzy Jones Channel Operations Manager: Audrey Carganilla Channel Operations Coordinator: Sabrina Lieberman Director of Social Media: Erica Noboa Social Creative Producer: Peter Ditzler, Tommy Bowe Merchandising Manager: Mallory Myers Social Media Manager: Kim Wilborn Social Media Coordinator: Margaux Bernales Social Editor: Vida Robbins Brand Partnership Manager: Chloe Mays Brand Partnerships Coordinating Producer: Liz Kummer Operations Manager: Selina Garcia Talent Coordinator: Danielle Moses People Operations Specialist: Katie Fink Front Office Assistant: Sara Faltersack CEO: Alessandra Catanese Executive Producers: Anthony Padilla, Ian Hecox EVP of Programming: Kiana Parker Coordinator Producer of Programming: Marcus Munguia Associate Producer, Special Projects: Rachel Collis Executive Assistant: Katelyn Hempstead OTHER SMOSHES: Smosh: https://smo.sh/Sub2Smosh Smosh Games: https://smo.sh/Sub2SmoshGames SmoshCast: https://smo.sh/Sub2SmoshCast Smosh Alike: https://bit.ly/SubToSmoshAlike FOLLOW US: TikTok: https://smo.sh/TikTok Instagram: https://instagram.com/smosh Facebook: https://facebook.com/smosh

Top Comments (10)

@FrancisR420 2025-11-08

the fact that the bride immediately knew it was written by AI with enough confidence to end the wedding tells me this isn't the first time he uh, 'utilized' the new technology

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@bensonsj98 2025-11-08

"The Pestilence is hip to my tricks" is an absolutely insane line.

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@naylas3908 2025-11-09

“He’s probably too young to smoke,” had me in stitches.

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@MrStephen092 2025-11-08

Shayne is so real for pointing out that critical thinking is a "muscle" that you need to use or lose

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@katedaniels8664 2025-11-08

"I'm of the belief that everything is a muscle." Now we know how he became Buff Shayne.

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@SAGE5463 2025-11-09

“Hello, partner. I hope these vows find you well. There are many things I love about you—your eye color, your hair color and your general appearance.”

2.4k 12 replies
@visceralover 2025-11-16

seagull cigarette lady you are an absolute icon in my eyes

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@oglambo 2025-11-08

Pestilence the Seagull’s story NOT being read in the Chosen voice is a CRIME

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@Sparkling34 2025-11-08

Quiting smoking for a seagull is equal parts hilarious and heartwarming

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@FairieQueen1992 2026-01-02

18:02 final update - the snacks and flowers did absolutely nothing, and it’s officially over. He told her about the post and she had already found out about it because a “popular” YT channel found the post (pretty sure he means Smosh). Evidently, she’s now posting pictures of her at brunch with friends which is a “clear indication” she didn’t care as much. SMH, he’s dumb.

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