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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 Watch U Up? on YouTube: http://youtube.com/betches

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Can Friendship Breakups Be Fixed in Therapy? ft. Esther Perel

2026/10/16

Esther 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 in-person connection. J&J and Esther talk about friendship breakups and whether going to therapy with your friend will help. Plus, we get Esther Perel’s take on chores in the home. Does she end up agreeing with J&J’s dating advice?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My Mother-in-Law Stalks My Husband’s Ex and Keeps Comparing Me to Her

2026/10/14

This 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 posted his divorce announcement with a thoughtful, brief FAQ and discuss whether all breakups should have posts like these. They then discuss if it’s weird to keep a list of everyone you’ve slept with, whether single friends should be invited to couples nights, and if it’s petty to refuse to treat your ex’s new baby. Lastly, they discuss being compared to an ex by your husband’s family and how many football leagues are too many to be apart of?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My BF Asked His Ex-Wife for Her Engagement Ring Back, What an ICK

2026/10/09

Jared 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 asking for an engagement ring back after years of marriage and whether it’s petty or prudent. Lastly, they help an unsure listener who doesn’t want a second big wedding, but her new fiancé, who has never been married, wants a big wedding to celebrate his family’s Chinese wedding traditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I Thought We Were in Love, But Then He Listed 20 Reasons to Break Up!

2026/10/07

Jordana 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, with complaints about restaurant choices, what time to go to the farmers market, and feeling judged for her kinks. J&J also get into the latest dating news, from Margot Robbie taking her husband’s last name after nearly 10 years of marriage to a $10 NYC dating photo booth that matches strangers using question surveys. Lastly, they get into family-related red flag dealbreakers, including a boyfriend who texts his girlfriend’s mom, a family that keeps the TV on all day, and if refusing to try your partner’s mom’s food is a dealbreaker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Making Friends as an Adult Basically Dating?

2026/10/05

Jared and Jordana talk about the weird pressure to make friends just because you share the same life stage, from being moms to moving to a new town. It feels as if making new friends is the new dating! They also discuss the viral multitasking mom baseball video that got the whole internet turned on by one hubby and how much of your relationship you can share on a podcast without hurting the people you know and love!

Can Your Marriage Survive Living With Your Parents? ft Heather McMahan

2026/10/02

Heather 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 a gay bar made her feel love at first sight, and she shares her direct advice on how to pick a life partner! Lastly, they help give advice to a newly married couple with a baby on how to navigate living with their parents while being new parents themselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My Boyfriend Has a High-Conflict Baby Mama – Help!

2026/09/30

It’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 proposal! They discuss whether high-drama baby mamas are worth it long-term, how to split chores at home, and how to combine finances. They also discuss trips, from honeymoons to splitting visits with the in-laws for the holidays, and how both can be stressful to plan! Lastly, they get into relationships outside your marriage and whether you can come back from emotional cheating or not. It’s a spicy rapid fire episode you don’t want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

She's Older, He's Younger: Is a 7-Year Age Gap Too Much?

2026/09/25

It’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 decide if secretly hiding your partner’s ugly clothes is petty or prudent. Or just helpful?! Lastly, they help a woman decide whether or not to make a move on a guy 7 years her junior. Does age really matter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My Husband Used AI to Write Me a Birthday Card!

2026/09/23

Jordana 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 you! Jared and Jordana then get into listener questions, answering a woman who found her husband texting an ex, whether busking on NYC streets is a red flag, and whether asking for a number before a date means something or if it’s okay to keep the chat on hinge. They also discuss Jared’s comedy special and how getting a message from David Schwimmer, yes, Ross Geller, was a career highlight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Movie Night Turns Into End of Life Planning!

2026/09/21

Jared and Jordana talk about how they have lately been reflecting on the end of life and what they feel about their partners! Jordana gets into a little debate with her husband about their burial plans, including whether they’ll be buried together in a Jewish cemetery or if Mike wants to be cremated. Jared shares how the movie Eternity encouraged him to reflect on a very difficult choice about the afterlife, a thought he hadn’t had before, but it’s a great movie he encourages people to watch!

Dumping Someone in Public: Is It Ever Okay?

2026/09/18

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My Boyfriend Won’t Propose Until I Run 125 km!

2026/09/16

Jordana 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 joining the family’s chaotic Montauk trip! They then get into listener emails and discuss whether a partner should wait in the regular TSA line, what actually marks the end of the honeymoon phase, and whether small gestures like Trader Joe’s flowers matter more than big romantic moves. They also talk about a passionate “lake life” man who may have used his love of camping as an excuse to break up, and whether a fantasy football draft on your wife’s birthday is a red flag or deal breaker. We say yes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Would You Be a Wedding Crasher If Your Date Asked You?

2026/09/11

Jared 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 live bands, it’d probably make the best eighth date. They also advise a listener to take a break from dating apps after he starts analyzing whether his spontaneous Bumble date will make a good mother. Too soon, buddy! Lastly, they discuss the awkward conversations that come with financially relying on your partner, including budgets, joint savings, debt, and what happens if you break up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’m ICKed Out Over My Boyfriend Fangirling Over a Tennis Player

2026/09/09

It’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 thread discussion of a boyfriend fangirling over a professional tennis player and his girlfriend is getting the ICK! They then discuss if it's a red flag for a woman who spends five nights a week at salsa class, and whether you should stay friends with someone you cheated with! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should You Live Together Before Getting Engaged?

2026/09/07

It’s Jordana’s birthday, Happy Birthday, Jordana! Jared gets serious talking about moving in with his girlfriend, building a future together and… engagement!! Jordana shares how she continues to learn how having twins changes her work life, social plans, and just everyday life! J&J also discuss career pressure, marriage after death, wills, and remarriage. Lastly, the two get into answering more of your No Stupid Questions!

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Coffeetime56 2026/10/12

Wonderful! Lovely!

Is anybody else annoyed by the PERSISTENT constant AFFECTED use of the words “wonderful” and “lovely” by these 2? These are not words Jewish American ...

★★★★☆

HonestPodcastListener 2026/10/09

Yikes. Privileged white lady gives opinion on how great AI is

I love the show and have listened for a long time. But I thought Jordana was smarter than she portrayed when they discussed AI on a recent show. Yikes...

★☆☆☆☆

smart_c00kie 2026/10/08

Oof

I could barely get through my first episode and only stayed for Dr. Orna to see how she would respond to this completely odd dynamic. Jared made this ...

★★★★★

sammiekal 2026/10/03

One of my faves

I’ve been a listener since day one and will continue to listen, at this point i feel like I’m checking in with 2 old friends. I love that even when I ...

★☆☆☆☆

xcrunner29 2026/09/24

Enough with Endorsing AI

The recent episode about the AI written card…I’ve been a subscriber and listener for years and years. I’ve seen Jared live multiple times. But more an...

★☆☆☆☆

Groundhogday1173 2026/09/17

Downhill

Both hosts have lost touch with reality in so many ways

★★★★★

paulmescalwife 2026/09/09

Sept 9 Episode #chefskiss

I guess you can only write one review for one podcast.. gotta delete my other very high rating but I REALLY liked this episode from sept 9. Idk why I’...

★☆☆☆☆

KeganM91 2026/08/22

Is it the Jared show?

Listener since the first episode but for the last year it’s the Jared show and I’m done with it. All he does is talk about himself and his shows and h...

★★★★★

jordanfaith17 2026/08/17

My favorite podcast ever!!

I love this podcast so much and listen to it all throughout my days. I love Jared and Jordana together and feel like their banter and back and forth i...

★★★★★

ashley ahls 2026/08/06

Love the pod!

Feather feather. Love the emails, love the different opinions. Have loved this pod since 2020 and it still hits for me. People complaining in the revi...

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