Sheltered Sages

For a very special episode of Sheltered Sages, Andrew and Philip bring it all back to where it started—home. That’s right, the Sages are interviewing their parents! From homeschooling highs and lows to the funniest childhood stories they probably didn’t want shared on air, this episode is packed with nostalgia, laughter, and a whole lot of honesty. Tune in to hear the voices behind the upbringing,...

With the wait for Semester 2 dragging on, Andrew and Philip do what any respectable former homeschoolers would—start a D&D game. The twist? Their Dungeon Master… is a cat. In this chaotic off-season promo, dice are rolled, snacks are stolen, and the cat refuses to stick to the plot. Will they defeat the evil Bandit King? Will the cat ever stop sitting on the character sheets? Probably not. But...

Welcome to Part 2 of the  Semester 1 Finale  of  Sheltered Sages ! Andrew and Philip are back to close out Season 1 with more homeschool heat—and this time, it’s all about family boundaries and educational choices. First, one Redditor refuses to share their hard-earned homeschool materials with their sister-in-law—is that selfish or totally fair? Then, we dive into a parenting dilemma: one kid goe...

It’s the  Semester 1 Finale  of  Sheltered Sages , and we’re closing out our first season with a topic near and dear to our hearts: homeschooling—but this time, we’re not the ones under fire. In Part 1 of this special two-part finale, Andrew and Philip weigh in on Reddit’s spiciest schooling debates. First up, a sibling throws shade at their sister’s homeschooling plans—is it concern or just conde...

As the grand opening of Epic Universe draws near, Andrew and Philip are strapping in for a rollercoaster of Reddit drama—all set in the magical (and mildly chaotic) world of theme parks! First, a parent wants to hit the rides without their five-year-old—is that selfish or self-care? Then, someone refuses to leave a park early, even when the fun starts fizzling—is it fair to stick to the plan? And...

In this pet-packed episode of Sheltered Sages, Andrew and Philip dig into Reddit’s messiest animal dilemmas. First up: a girlfriend’s cat slips outside—was it an accident or an unforgivable betrayal? Then, a pregnant friend wants the pets gone—is it selfish to say no, or is the host just protecting their fur family? And finally, one housemate assumes the others will care for their dog while they’r...

This week on  Sheltered Sages , Andrew and Philip are slicing into some seriously frosted drama—starting with a story about someone who walks out of a gathering  and takes the cake with them . Petty or perfectly understandable? Then it's game night chaos when a store owner refuses to ban kids from board games—should fun come with an age limit? Finally, one listener’s mother-in-law just  moved hers...

This week on  Sheltered Sages , it’s game time! Andrew and Philip level up the podcast with a new segment: the Picklefoot Challenge. One host reads a Reddit story, and the other has only moments to decide: Are they the Picklefoot (you know… the one in the wrong)? Why? And what did Reddit rule? From sick moms and stolen leftovers to reality TV rejection and birthday trip takeovers, this episode is...

It’s game on in this episode of Sheltered Sages! Andrew and Philip dive into digital drama, starting with a girlfriend who wants to ban her boyfriend from playing a specific video game—is it setting a boundary or just controlling behavior? Next, a boyfriend expects a brand-new PC—but is refusing to buy one selfish or simply sensible? And finally, a sibling showdown erupts over a video game—should...

Passions and priorities collide in this episode of Sheltered Sages! Andrew and Philip tackle the tricky world of hobbies and sports, starting with a guy who just wants his girlfriend to appreciate his interests—is he sharing his passion or forcing it? Then, a BJJ practitioner refuses to spar with a female opponent—respectful boundary or just sexist? And finally, a dad puts his foot down on high sc...

Vacation is supposed to be relaxing… supposed to be. In this episode of Sheltered Sages, Andrew and Philip break down Reddit’s biggest travel-related dilemmas. First, a best friend ruins a trip, and now there won’t be a next one—is that fair, or should second chances be given? Then, a family vacation gets canceled less than 24 hours in due to a misbehaving kid—smart parenting or an overreaction? A...

Not all jokes land—especially when family is involved! In this episode of Sheltered Sages, Andrew and Philip break down some of Reddit’s wildest prank-related drama. First, a sibling pulls a birthday prank at their dad’s request—are they off the hook, or should they have known better? Then, a husband’s prank backfires spectacularly when his wife leaves him at a clinic—did he have it coming, or was...

Lights, camera,  drama ! In this episode of  Sheltered Sages , Andrew and Philip break down some of Reddit’s biggest movie-related moral dilemmas. First, a filmmaker gets a harsh anonymous review from a  friend —is honesty the best policy, or should loyalty come first? Then, one boyfriend gets creative by disguising a movie trilogy as a TV show—genius life hack or relationship red flag? And finall...

Family drama takes center stage as Andrew and Philip tackle some of Reddit’s most heated parent-child conflicts. First, a fed-up adult asks their mom to leave after she keeps wasting food—is it a fair boundary or just ungrateful? Then, nostalgia takes a hit when someone refuses to wait for their mom to show home videos—should patience be a given, or is it okay to move on? And finally, a long-lost...

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 spa...

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 tru...

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 possibl...

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 g...

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 heartwarmin...

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...

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...