If you’re new to the wild world of “Two Hot Takes” or just trying to navigate through their extensive library of relationship chaos, prepare yourself for this exploration of the cream of the drama crop. While every episode of Morgan Absher’s deep dive into Reddit’s most jaw-dropping relationship stories is entertaining, some episodes stand out as hall-of-fame worthy, featuring tales so outrageous they’ll make your last bad date seem positively charming in comparison.
From mother-in-law horror stories that would make a horror movie villain flinch, to relationship betrayals so twisted they need a flowchart to explain, these episodes represent “Two Hot Takes” at its finest: addictively entertaining, occasionally infuriating, and guaranteed to make you feel better about your own life choices.
56: Wish They Were Kidding.. Ft. Jared Fried
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Morgan welcomes special guest Jared Freid for an episode that walks the line between hilarious and unhinged. This collection of stories ranges from laugh-out-loud ridiculous to absolutely wild, but they all share one thing in common – they’re so outrageous, you’ll wish they were made up. Ready to dive into these jaw-dropping tales?
39: Choose Your Theme: Wholesome
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In this heartwarming edition of Two Hot Takes, Morgan teams up with guest host Justin to bring you a much-needed dose of positivity. After a particularly eerie October, we’ve handpicked some uplifting stories that’ll serve as the perfect antidote to all that spooky season tension. Consider this your emotional palate cleanser!
203: Is Eloping Underrated?
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Oh look, it’s Morgan and her fiancé Justin diving into the age-old debate: traditional wedding chaos versus sweet, sweet elopement freedom. After eighteen months of wedding planning (and apparently dealing with every nightmare scenario in the book), they’re questioning if dodging the whole “drunk uncle giving an inappropriate speech” thing might actually be genius. From white-dress-wearing guests to chronically late mothers, they’re breaking down stories that’ll make you seriously consider a quick trip to Vegas. Let’s see how these poor souls handled their wedding day disasters.
138: Spooky Dark Edition
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Morgan from Two Hot Takes welcomes guest host Alejandra for one final spine-tingling episode to cap off the spooky season. Buckle up for some seriously unsettling tales, from oddly organized feline phantoms to ominous celestial figures lurking overhead. These paranormal encounters might have you sleeping with the lights on tonight. Got any creepy experiences of your own that’ll make our skin crawl? We’re all ears… though we might regret asking!
63: Give You The Ick
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Join Morgan and guest host Alejandra as they wade through some seriously unsettling tales that had them questioning their faith in humanity. From stories that’ll make your jaw drop to ones that’ll have you reaching for the brain bleach, this episode delivers pure chaos. Did these wild situations leave you as disturbed as they left us? We need to hear your thoughts, if only to confirm we’re not overreacting to these absolutely bonkers scenarios.
106: Pull Yourself Together
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Morgan teams up with guest host Jordan for an episode that’ll have you channeling your inner Incredibles fashion icon – minus the darling. These stories feature people who desperately need someone to grab them by the shoulders and give them a good reality check, Edna-style. From face-palm moments to decisions that make you want to scream “WHAT ARE YOU DOING, DAHLING?!”, these tales will test your patience and probably your blood pressure. Have you ever had to be the voice of reason for someone who’s completely lost the plot? Share your stories of intervention in the comments!
41: Couples Therapy, or Call it Quits?
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Morgan and her fiancé Justin dive into some seriously messy relationship drama this episode, playing relationship therapist (sort of) with Reddit’s most chaotic couples. From red flags you can see from space to “maybe there’s hope” situations, they’re breaking down whether these pairs need a counselor’s couch or a clean break. Spoiler alert: some of these stories will have you yelling “RUN!” at your phone. Head over to our YouTube channel to tell us if you think these relationships are salvageable or if you’re already drafting their breakup texts.
127: Come Back Down to Earth
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Morgan teams up with guest host Lauren to dive into stories that are so out of touch, they might as well be transmitting from another galaxy. From people whose decision-making skills seem to have left Earth’s orbit to folks who desperately need their reality checks delivered via satellite, these tales will have you wondering if there’s something funky in the water. Grab your space suit – we’re about to explore some truly alien logic that makes E.T. look completely reasonable in comparison.
140: They Got Grit
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The host of “Two Hot Takes”, Morgan, teams up with special guest co-host Justin! Every now and then, a true hero emerges in these stories—someone who embodies resilience, determination, and unwavering composure… or as we like to call it, GRIT. A little grit can go a long way in life, and these tales showcase some prime examples. Or do they? I can’t wait to hear what you think!
89: Secondhand Stress. It’s Real Alright
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Morgan is joined by guest co-host Alejandra! If you’re anything like us, stress and burnout have been hitting hard lately. So, to lighten the load, we decided to dive into other people’s problems and take a break from our own!
132: Tough Adjustments
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Morgan is back with guest co-host Alejandra! Life throws curveballs, whether it’s unexpected challenges or moments of hardship, we all do our best to adapt. This week, we’re diving into stories of people facing tough transitions and seeking guidance on how to navigate their struggles.
198: New Beginnings
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Morgan is joined by guest co-hosts Justin and Lauren to kick off 2025! This time, they’re taking the reins, diving into stories of big changes—whether it’s leaving a toxic relationship or welcoming a child in need. Fresh starts are everywhere, and we can’t wait to hear your thoughts!
66: Not So Positive Parenting
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Morgan is joined by guest co-hosts Justin and Lauren to kick off 2025! This time, they’re taking the reins, diving into stories of big changes—whether it’s leaving a toxic relationship or welcoming a child in need. Fresh starts are everywhere, and we can’t wait to hear your thoughts!
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