Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Armchair Anonymous: Babysitting II
Oct 31, 2025
In this episode, a courageous nurse shares a wild story involving a new babysitter, her kids, and a sudden mall shopping spree that racked up $340 without permission. She describes her confrontational texts with the sitter and decides to part ways after defensive replies. Another caller narrates a shocking childhood babysitting experience, revealing how a friendly tutor turned out to have serious mental health issues. They all reflect on safety and the unpredictability of people, delivering a blend of humor and cautionary tales.
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Babysitter Took Kids On Unauthorized Mall Spree
- A 22-year-old babysitter took two kids to the mall and spent $340 without permission, buying toys, candy, and pet supplies.
- The parents confronted her, saved texts, and immediately stopped hiring her after the unexpected retail spree.
Babysitter Saw Future Murderer Days Before Arrest
- Kate babysat for a man later arrested for murdering a teen and found with evidence; she saw him in public the day before his arrest.
- The family moved away and the community grappled with betrayal and shock after discovering his crimes.
Teen Babysitter Slept Through Child's Abduction
- At 16, Aaron babysat for a single dad while the toddler was locked away; later the child was missing and an estranged ex had taken him.
- Aaron slept through the abduction, later testified in court, and never babysat again until parenthood.