U Up?
by Betches Media
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About this podcast
U Up? is the definitive modern dating podcast presented by Betches co-founder Jordana Abraham and comedian Jared Freid, where they discuss their take on the ebbs and flows of the crazy dating world we live in. From interpreting dating app interactions and weird sexual encounters, to defining the relationship and everything in between - they’re here to make sure you don’t die alone. For more fun dating commentary, polls, and bonus content, follow @u.up.podcast on Instagram. Become a friend (with benefits) of the podcast and subscribe to receive early release and ad-free versions of all our new episodes, plus bonus subscriber-only episodes. To sign up and become a friend (with benefits) today head to: subscribe.betches.com
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Episodes
The newest 50 of 821 episodes
- Is Flirting Cheating? Chloe Radcliffe Talks Microcheating & Relationship Boundaries · 56 min · Episode 814Comedian Chloe Radcliffe joins J&J to talk about her new Comedy Central special, Eyes Down Here, and her solo show, Cheat, which explores her history of infidelity! Chloe talks…
- He Slept With Someone Else Before We Were Official: Is That Cheating? · 1 h 42 min · Episode 813Happy Anniversary to U Up? and J&J! It’s officially 9 years of taping the podcast! They are going back in time and revisiting some of their earliest dating advice from 2017. Will…
- Is Regifting a Gift to Your Girlfriend a Deal Breaker? · 46 min · Episode 812Jared and Jordana catch up on life and, specifically, their current locations. Jared is missing the comedy scene in NYC, while Jordana shares how raising a family is going! They…
- I Broke Up With My Boyfriend, But Do I Have to Break Up With His Kids? · 1 h 28 min · Episode 811Jared and Jordana find an interview with Chelsea Handler, who hired a family therapist for her ex's kids so she can still have a relationship with them post-breakup with their…
- My Ex's New Girlfriend Got a Little Too Comfortable on Halloween · 47 min · Episode 810It’s a Happy Halloween here at the BETCHES studios with Jordana and Jared, who are dressed as a big baby and a praying mantis. They’re ranking Halloween costumes, from Hercules…
- Are Situationships Helping You Find Your Soulmate? · 1 h 16 min · Episode 809Jared and Jordana are reading The Cut’s new article, “The Case for the Entry-Level Boyfriend,” and discussing how maybe you should date someone who doesn’t check every box, and…
- We Broke Up Over Bad Bunny, but He's Still in My Football Pool · 41 min · Episode 808Jared and Jordana are diving into listener emails, and one is about an ex who still wants to join a football betting pool even after a breakup over Bad Bunny the day before an…
- Would You Let Your Ex Officiate Your Wedding to Your New Husband? · 1 h 31 min · Episode 807Jordana and Jared learn that Tobey Maguire officiated his ex-wife’s wedding just weeks after finalizing their divorce, and they debate whether it’s sweet or just super weird…
- Can Friendship Breakups Be Fixed in Therapy? ft. Esther Perel · 55 min · Episode 806Esther Perel is back to join Jordana and Jared to talk about AI girlfriends, if using AI to write a love letter is dishonest, and the real reason we are choosing our phones over…
- My Mother-in-Law Stalks My Husband’s Ex and Keeps Comparing Me to Her · 1 h 28 min · Episode 805This week, J&J learn that Hinge is banning screenshots, and they question whether this is good for dating or helps cheaters get away with it! They Jordana and Jared see a man who…
- My BF Asked His Ex-Wife for Her Engagement Ring Back, What an ICK · 52 min · Episode 804Jared and Jordana are learning about Instagram’s new blur feature for “soft launching” couples in their new segment, Are U Up to Date? They then answer a listener’s email about…
- I Thought We Were in Love, But Then He Listed 20 Reasons to Break Up! · 1 h 25 min · Episode 803Jordana and Jared are reading through a listener’s breakup texts, and the list of reasons to end it is long! A cozy cabin weekend in the woods was not as romantic as she thought…
- Can Your Marriage Survive Living With Your Parents? ft Heather McMahan · 44 min · Episode 802Heather McMahan joins Jordana & Jared to talk about living with her mom after becoming a newlywed and getting fired from the Ryder Cup! She talks about how meeting her husband in…
- My Boyfriend Has a High-Conflict Baby Mama – Help! · 1 h 0 min · Episode 801It’s a rapid fire episode with 10 relationship questions from YOU, the listeners. Jordana and Jared answer questions about how long is too long to go without sex or a marriage…
- She's Older, He's Younger: Is a 7-Year Age Gap Too Much? · 35 min · Episode 800It’s autumn, and Jordana & Jared are challenging their listeners to put down their phones, get out of the house, and talk to people! They then get into questions from you and…
- My Husband Used AI to Write Me a Birthday Card! · 1 h 19 min · Episode 799Jordana discovers her husband used an AI chat to help him write her birthday card, and she has some feelings about whether a love letter still counts when chat gpt edits it for…
- Dumping Someone in Public: Is It Ever Okay? · 57 min · Episode 798Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- My Boyfriend Won’t Propose Until I Run 125 km! · 1 h 36 min · Episode 797Jordana tells Jared how her vacation ended up being the busiest and most unrelaxing, but also the most fun, due to Ronnie the dog getting kicked out of boarding for peeing and…
- Would You Be a Wedding Crasher If Your Date Asked You? · 39 min · Episode 796Jared and Jordana discovered that you can crash a wedding and think it’s the best way to spend a night out with someone you’re dating! From black-tie dress codes to open bars and…
- I’m ICKed Out Over My Boyfriend Fangirling Over a Tennis Player · 1 h 14 min · Episode 795It’s Jordana’s birthday, Happy Birthday, Jordana! J&J debate wedding plus-ones, jealous partners, and how much texting is too much when you’re dating. They also dive into a text…
- Lauren Lapkus Has a Dating App Imposter · 34 min · Episode 794Lauren Lapkus joins Jordana and Jared to talk about dating actors, marriage, kids, and whether being good at acting makes someone too good at lying?? The three play red flag or…
- How Long Should Your Husband Wait to Remarry After You Die? · 1 h 25 min · Episode 793Jared shares about meeting his girlfriend’s friends, how he got questioned about his phone use, and how being in a relationship means meeting the friend group! Then J&J discuss…
- How Do You Start Dating Again After Divorce? · 41 min · Episode 792Jordana and Jared watch a TikTok of a groom zip lining into his own wedding and debate whether a groom spending $24K is a major ICK. They then answer a question from a newly…
- Does a Texting Lull Mean the Date Is Off? · 1 h 15 min · Episode 791Jordana and Jared discuss a dating app match who canceled a first date after there was a lull in texting and then sent practically a full dissertation explaining his…
- Would You Take a Sperm Donation From A Married Friend? · 49 min · Episode 790It’s a Friday Feels episode and J&J are questioning, "would you pay $5,000 to break up with someone"? The two then get into listener questions and discuss whether it’s petty or…
- Your Crush Is Dating Your Friend. What Do You Do? · 1 h 32 min · Episode 789Jordana and Jared discuss what to do when your friend starts dating your crush, whether the way you handle getting roasted at a comedy show is an ick, and how to handle…
- Harry Jowsey Wants to Be a Stay-at-Home Husband · 34 min · Episode 788Harry Jowsey joins Jordana and Jared to talk about how he was engaged to 20 women at once for his new Netflix’s show, Let’s Marry Harry, what changed for him after losing his…
- Can You be Engaged for Years without Getting Married? · 1 h 8 min · Episode 787Jordana and Jared debate whether it’s okay for your boyfriend to go on a trip with his ex, especially when they still own an apartment together. They also decide if an ex was…
- What Do Men Actually Want on Their Wedding Night? · 46 min · Episode 786Jared opens up about a fear of his when getting serious with his partner, figuring out how to balance love, family, and a career that keeps him on the road. Then J&J debate…
- Jordana Is Looking for a New Sister-in-Law! · 1 h 1 min · Episode 785Jordana and Jared get a visit from Jordana’s brother, Jon! He joins to pick up a toothbrush but ends up talking about dating in San Francisco, why he wants more banter and…
- How to Survive Wedding Season Alone · 44 min · Episode 784Jordana and Jared discuss a petty or prudent and whether a brutal Costco-inspired rejection text was justified? They discuss what singles mixers are really like and why SIMPLE…
- The Situationship Trap Nobody Talks About · 1 h 21 min · Episode 783Jordana and Jared are back talking about what it means to feel successful, happy, and “content” while still chasing the next big thing! They break down the confusing world of…
- Does Cheating Justify Public Humiliation? · 38 min · Episode 782Jared calls his parents with some BIG news about a very important award, and you won't believe their guesses! Then, Jordana and Jared get into listener questions, breaking down a…
- Would You Date Someone Who Sees Their Ex Every Month? · 1 h 21 min · Episode 781Jared and Jordana are talking about kids and whether Jared would actually make a good father, since icky things don't seem to phase him! Jared encourages people to be present…
- He Emotionally Cheated. Is That Enough for Divorce? · 51 min · Episode 780Jared and Jordana begin today’s Friday Feels by talking about the viral memoir Strangers and why breakup books hit differently than breakup TikToks! They reminisce about their…
- Five Dates, No Kiss. Now What? · 1 h 19 min · Episode 779Jared and Jordana are in the studio talking about their morning commute, which was delayed due to Taylor Swift’s Madison Square Garden wedding! They kick off today’s episode with…
- Does Right Person, Wrong Time Exist? · 34 min · Episode 778Jared’s Netflix special is coming out in the fall and he recalls a roasting bit with Rob Lowe, and why meeting him completely changed his mind. J&J then debate whether it's petty…
- My GF Is a Phillies Fan and She Won't Shuttap About It · 1 h 32 min · Episode 777Jared and Jordana debate whether dating a diehard Philly’s sports fan is a harmless quirk or a real relationship problem. Can passion be just plain obnoxious? They also unpack…
- Is Fourth Of July The Best Weekend To Meet Someone? · 50 min · Episode 776Jared and Jordana are getting ready for Fourth of July weekend, where Jared will be staying with Jordana, finally! Then Jared shares the funniest wedding guest he's ever met, a…
- Should Married People Reply To Exes? · 1 h 28 min · Episode 775Jared is back from his book tour convinced dating is rougher than ever, and he and Jordana break down why so many singles are feeling burnt out. Then they tackle whether asking…
- Is Using ChatGPT For Relationship Advice A Red Flag? · 30 min · Episode 774Jared shares the wildest piece of weight loss advice he's ever gotten from a fan at a country club, leading to a discussion about criticism, internet comments, and why the people…
- How Do I Stop Getting Attached So Fast? · 1 h 19 min · Episode 773The Knicks' recent success is creating a wave of new fans, and Jared explains why sports foster community, connection, and shared experiences, while Jordana compares it to the…
- Should You Tell Dates You're on a GLP-1? · 40 min · Episode 772Jordana risks a parking ticket after creating her own train station parking spot, while Jared celebrates a glowing dentist report and shares why his gums are finally growing…
- My Fiancé Is Cheating Through The Notes App! · 1 h 22 min · Episode 771Jared is officially OVER hearing himself talk after weeks on his book tour, but appreciates all the great feedback from fans who have read his book. J&J get into listener…
- Would You Date a Man Who Had Four Kids Via Surrogacy? · 43 min · Episode 770Summer is finally here, and Jared and Jordana are feeling the relief after what felt like New York's longest winter. They dive into the realities of parenting twins, why single…
- My Boyfriend's Side Hustle Is Ruining Our Relationship · 1 h 28 min · Episode 769Jared recaps his Kelly Clarkson appearance, the launch of his new book, and why seeing your book in an airport might be the ultimate career milestone! J&J then unpack listener…
- Why is My Ex-Fiancé's Profile Picture My Dog?! · 53 min · Episode 768Jordana opens this episode with a question for Jared: do some men really think parents find out they’re having twins at the delivery room? That kicks off a hilarious conversation…
- Does He Just Want a Wife? · 1 h 38 min · Episode 767Jared is packing a tux for a black-tie-optional wedding, which leads to a debate about plus-one etiquette and who should pay for the wedding gift when you're newly dating. Then…
- Bumble’s New AI Matchmaker “Bumblebee” Explained · 54 min · Episode 766J&J get into a recent article where they mention dating has become a luxury in 2026! From $20 coffee dates to the hidden “pink tax” women pay just to get ready, maybe it really…
- Can Someone Truly Change After Cheating? · 1 h 33 min · Episode 765This week J&J unpack why lying in a relationship can be worse than cheating itself and debate whether an ex warning a new girlfriend is “helpful” or completely unhinged. They…
