This week on U Up?, Jared asks Jordana if when seeing an ex posting on social media can still hit harder than it should. They celebrate being named to Spotify’s Best Podcasts list, share Jared’s upcoming stand-up plans, and unpack his tradition of spending New Year’s alone. They dive into listener emails, including one about a gifting dilemma with someone who doesn’t celebrate the holidays, sparking a debate on what’s appropriate when you’re casually dating, in a segment sponsored by Uber Eats. Also, they unpack an icky or picky” email that asks whether nonstop talking and essay-length texts are a real ick or just part of modern dating?

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Jared shares a hilarious story about being approached by Hannah Berner’s cousin, including a moment where he is told to look less “miserable” during a mid-Florida night out. They share fun family memories, and Jordana recalls Lindsay Lohan’s BETCHES cameo that was a highlight this year. They then get into listener questions and debate how old is too old to play video games and why it is frustrating when your partner hides their hobby. Next, they tackle an “icky or picky” scenario about a date who brought an overnight bag, which is thoughtful but a little presumptuous. J&J also weigh in on red flags versus dealbreakers, including staying friends with an ex, unsolicited critiques about your apartment, and being asked to pay for a date at the last minute. It is a fun episode you do not want to miss!

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J&J break down the most unhinged celeb “Jump Scare Couples” of 2025. From Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez to Sydney Sweeney & Scooter Braun to Katy Perry & Justin Trudeau. They also dive into the chaotic romance of JoJo Siwa & Chris Hughes and the age-gap spectacle that is Bill Belichick & Jordon Hudson, predicting which pairs will fizzle, which will last, and which should come with a warning label? Then they answer a listener’s email about the weirdest question ever: “Which picture do you actually look like?” Be sure to vote for BETCH of the Year, judge freely, and relive the wildest celeb couple moments of the year 👉 https://betches.com/betch-of-the-year-nominees/

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J&J start off this episode on which TV shows you should binge and the answer is The Sopranos! They get into listener questions quick and debate whether it’s a dealbreaker when a guy sends too many selfies or if someone can come back from an ick. They talk about first-date boundaries and what’s too much to ask before meeting someone: handshake or hug. Then, they discuss whether it’s petty or prudent to call an ex’s job after he cheated. Finally, they close with a wild Red Flag or Dealbreaker about a match who reveals a kink before the first date even happens!

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J&J are here the day after Thanksgiving! The hosts talk holiday shopping and gift-exchange fun. They debate an icky or picky scenario with childhood artwork and give advice on ending a long-term relationship before the holidays. Do you think you should wait to break up or do it after the holidays?

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With the holidays here, Jordana & Jared help listeners handle the nosy “Why are you single?” questions from family! They also share survival tips for the biggest drinking night of the year and explain what ladder statements to use to lock in a first date. They also answer a listener’s questions on whether six weeks is too soon to meet someone’s family over Thanksgiving? It’s a fun, relatable episode you don’t want to miss!

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J&J sit down with a former producer of U Up? podcast, Sean! Sean just got out of a 22 year relationship and went on a journey of doing what he missed in his 20s, casually date! Through casually dating, Sean found himself dating a woman who is in a non-monogamous relationship herself. But they fall in love! In this SOS ep, the three explore this rollercoaster Sean has found himself on, monogamy vs. non-monogamy, and the anxiety that comes with choosing stability over excitement.

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Jordana Abraham and Jared Fried dive into the hot debate over “Did you get home safe?” texts, sharing their personal rules and listener poll results on whether these messages are gentlemanly or misleading. Jordana then recalls hearing The hosts also dive into celebrity secrets, including Jennifer Lawrence’s rumored burner TikTok account, with Jordana asking Jared, “Would you date someone who’s an internet troll?” They get into listener questions about who should contribute to the wedding gift, pretending you’re bald, and hooking up with a twin in college, but years later pursuing the other twin! We hear about it all and from a very positive J&J!

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Jordana and Jared celebrate 8 years of the U Up? podcast in this special anniversary episode! They reflect on memorable moments, listener favorites, and their funniest dating stories over the years. They revisit memorable moments like the infamous ‘poop story’, RFDB milk family, and Jordana choking with laughter because of a naughty Santa joke. =The hosts also reflect on awkward celebrity encounters, including their chat with Mel Robbins, and explore how humor and vulnerability shape dating conversations

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J&J start off the ep breaking down a sketchy message from a guy claiming to be a pro hockey player and question if he is flirting or scamming? The two then read a listener email about feeling like having a boyfriend is suddenly embarrassing and how to stay independent in a new relationship. They then play a game of what is the best way to tell a neighbor their fun may be a little too loud and keep it down. Finally, they play Red Flag or Dealbreaker with pet poop, witch curses, and a guy who lies about his age.

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Jordana and Jared kick off this Friday Feels episode by sharing their love for Thanksgiving, recalling quirky family traditions, and how holidays should be spent by the beach! They are debating whether being exclusive is really different from being boyfriend and girlfriend and sharing the hilarious pitfalls of modern relationships. They give advice on confronting ghosters, teasing listeners about age quirks, and imagining ultimate revenge scenarios, like introducing “my husband, Dwayne the Rock Johnson.”

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