Sheltered Sages

Friendships are on the line in this episode of Sheltered Sages! First, Andrew and Philip debate whether it’s ever okay to ask for a gift back—if the recipient is planning to toss it, do you have a right to reclaim it? Then, a wedding takes a dramatic turn when the bride kicks out her best friend—was it justified, or just cold feet gone too far? And finally, a simple request for a phone charger sparks an unexpected conflict—when does a small favor become a big deal? Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and some serious friendship drama!

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00:00 - Intro

06:28 - AITPF for asking my friend to give back a gift I gave her after she openly expressed that she would be getting rid of it?

18:11 - AITPF for kicking my best friend out of my wedding after what she did?

32:10 - AITPF for not getting my dad's charger out of his truck for my friend?

56:22 - Ending

Sibling drama takes center stage as Andrew and Philip dive into some of the most intense sibling dilemmas Reddit has to offer! First, a funeral turns explosive when one sibling honors their late sister’s wishes by kicking out their brother—were they right to stand their ground, or did they take things too far? Then, a childhood memory is shattered after a shocking Photoshop confession—does the truth always set you free, or should some secrets stay buried? And finally, a high schooler wants to keep their sibling status under wraps—is that fair game, or just plain cruel? Tune in for laughs, heated debates, and a reminder that no one can push your buttons quite like siblings!

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:36 - AITPF for following my late sister’s wishes and kicking our brother out of her funeral

00:25:33 - AITPF for ruining my brother’s childhood memory by admitting I photoshopped it 14 years ago?

00:39:35 - What Stories Do You Want To Hear?

00:40:25 - AITPF for telling my brother I don't want other people to know he is my brother in high school

01:03:44 - Ending

01:07:30 - Send Us Your Stories!

Grab your dice and prepare for chaos as Andrew and Philip dive into some of the most dramatic Dungeons & Dragons stories Reddit has to offer! First up, a tabletop romance sparks real-world jealousy—does a player owe their partner a character breakup, or is this just meta-gaming gone too far? Then, a cautionary tale proves that sometimes, getting exactly what you wish for is the worst possible outcome. And finally, we break down the ultimate DM fail—a campaign where the Dungeon Master’s pet character takes center stage, leaving the players as mere sidekicks. It’s a critical hit of laughs, hot takes, and some very real lessons in tabletop etiquette—don’t miss it!

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:19 - AITPF for not ending an DnD in-game relationship between mine and a female players character even though my gf wants me to?

00:30:34 - As they say, be careful what you wish for (DND story)

00:45:27 - DND DM runs a campaign that is basically a book with his DMpc as the protagonist

01:05:14 - Ending

Workplace drama takes center stage in this episode of Sheltered Sages! Andrew and Philip break down a heated debate over stolen project ideas—does calling out a co-worker make you a team player or a tattletale? Then, we tackle the surprisingly controversial world of Girl Scout cookie sales at work—do you have to buy, or is it fair to say no? Plus, things get downright messy when someone tries to get a co-worker fired for having a service dog. And finally, we wrap up with a glorious tale of malicious compliance—because sometimes, following the rules exactly is the best way to prove a point. Tune in for laughs, insight, and workplace wisdom you never knew you needed!

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00:00 - Intro

01:42 - AITPF for telling my co-worker I’d report them for stealing my project idea?

13:05 - AITPF for refusing to buy Girl Scout cookies from my coworker?

24:21 - AITPF for trying to get a co-worker fired for having a service dog?

39:39 - Expense Reimbursement Policy? I'll Follow It to the Letter!

48:43 - Ending

In this episode of Sheltered Sages, Andrew and Philip dive into some seriously spicy Reddit drama. First up, a woman moves out of her boyfriend’s place over salsa—is she justified, or is this just a recipe for disaster? Then, a guy jets off on vacation without his girlfriend because she can’t afford to pay her way—is he being practical or just plain selfish? And finally, we roll into a heartwarming (and slightly hilarious) love story featuring… Hot Wheels? Buckle up for laughs, unexpected wisdom, and a deep dive into the internet’s wildest dilemmas

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:52) - AITPF for moving out of my boyfriends over salsa? (00:16:29) - AITPF for going on vacation without my girlfriend if she can't pay her way? (00:32:46) - AITPF for not taking my girlfriend's suggestion? (00:49:07) - RA - Temporarily calling off my engagement(24f) to my fiancé(36M)(01:03:42) - r/Hotwheels - Head over Hotwheels in Love (01:13:55) - Ending

Join Andrew and Philip, two former homeschoolers, as they dive headfirst into the wildest stories Reddit has to offer. From AITA to TIFU, these two friends blend their unique perspectives, humor, and a dash of advice to dissect internet drama, doing their best to keep it all as family friendly as possible. Get ready for unexpected laughs, real-life insight, and a reminder that sometimes, the best lessons come from stepping out from under the rock.

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Intro

Join Andrew and Philip, two former homeschoolers, as they dive headfirst into the wildest stories Reddit has to offer. From AITA to TIFU, these two friends blend their unique perspectives, humor, and a dash of advice to dissect internet drama, doing their best to keep it all as family friendly as possible. Get ready for unexpected laughs, real-life insight, and a reminder that sometimes, the best lessons come from stepping out from under the rock.

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy03IQpypvrDSBIGdTBZrow