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The JTrain Podcast

The JTrain Podcast is hosted by comic Jared Freid and great comedian guests as they read listener emails and answer questions about everything from hooking up and dating apps to relationships and post-grad problems. Every Monday!

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00:40:17

Miley Cyrus Is Engaged, Simon Cowell Shades Ryan...

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2025/12/04

Pop Culture Thursday is bursting with celebrity chaos this week. Jared breaks down Miley Cyrus’s engagement news, Sydney Sweeney’s male-gaze fashion era, and Amy Schumer’s latest relationship drama. He gets into Scarlett Johansson’s painfully awkward first date, wonders what Matt Lauer’s “media comeback” even means, and laughs at Simon Cowell throwing shade at Ryan Seacrest. If you love pop culture, celebrity news, relationships, and fashion all stirred into one steamy gossip soup, this episode has

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00:52:14

The Problem with People Pleasing ft Dr. Paula...

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2025/12/03

Dr. Paula Freedman-Diamond joins Jared to talk about why so many of us get stuck living for other people instead of ourselves. Jared shares his own people-pleaser habits, and Dr. Paula explains how that pressure to keep everyone happy ends up hurting our confidence and relationships. They break down how to build emotional resilience, sit with discomfort, and stop chasing outside validation. If you’re tired of performing for the world, this episode shows you how to live more honestly and on your own

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00:45:38

Thanksgiving Food, Cheap Cat Toys, and Condo...

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2025/12/02

It’s Ticked Off Tuesday, and Jared is hearing 4 new complaints! First, we hear about his condo management miscommunications. Then we go into listener emails. A listener sold an air purifier to a friend’s mom and now is somehow stuck mailing a random remote to a stranger? Then, someone is frustrated with UberEats tipping because it keeps messing up their orders. Next, a cat owner is annoyed that friends keep giving cheap toys that break and leave glitter everywhere. And finally, a listener who loves

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00:34:54

I'm Making A Dating App Profile! What's Your Number...

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2025/12/01

It’s Mailbag Monday and Jared is helping listeners with some advice! First, a guy from the past came back, took her on the best date she has had in a long time, and then pulled the “friend” line. She wants to know if her read on the situation makes sense. Next, a listener is back on the apps and needs help figuring out which prompts actually make someone swipe right. And finally, someone keeps getting involved with men who only want something casual, including one who found her number through a

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00:35:48

Who Will Be Performing At The Macy's Thanksgiving Day...

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2025/11/27

Jared kicks off a Thanksgiving Pop Culture Thursday with a parade lineup he doesn’t recognize and a float that somehow manages to disappoint him more than Conan Gray confusion. He digs into the wild “gay sheep wool” fashion collection and why it reads like something a furious dad would yell at his theater-kid son. Plus, he breaks down J.Lo’s $2 million wedding gig and wonders what it would cost to drag himself to a billionaire party. And finally, Jared reacts to some celeb-adjacent rumors that make

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00:44:29

Straight Hoopin’ in Delray: Anthony DeVito Returns! -...

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2025/11/26

Jared kicks off the show from Delray Beach, catching up with comedian and JTrain Cinematic Universe favorite Anthony DeVito. They get into everything from chaotic vacation Wi-Fi to the painful awkwardness of PR people hovering over podcast tapings. Anthony talks comedy bios, Canadian comic confidence, and why saying you’re a comedian in Florida gets you a triple-take. Plus, Jared gives a full hard-sell on Anthony’s new YouTube special "Straight Hoopin'," insisting it will carry you, feet in the sand

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00:31:02

Key Cards, Comedy Show Makeouts, and Rideshare...

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2025/11/25

Need a good makeout sesh? Go check out jaredfreid.com for live tickets!This week’s people are absolutely out of control! Jared breaks down the chaos of a perfectly planned post-concert Uber pickup ruined by drivers who bail the second traffic appears, a bartender who hands someone else your credit card (and somehow you’re the one dealing with the fallout), and a couple at the Chicago live show who turned their seats into a 45-minute makeout booth. Plus, a listener rants about the hotel with two

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00:27:58

I'm Going To My Boyfriend's For Thanksgiving and His...

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2025/11/24

This week on Mailbag Monday, Jared tackles three dilemmas! A Thanksgiving cook-off turns political when a boyfriend’s mom panics over a “famous” cornbread stuffing. An airport drop-off after a friend’s trip becomes a moral crisis when lounge access divides the group. And after five great dates, a budding romance gets complicated by holiday stress, unemployment, and the question of when to say “I’m only talking to you.” Support the show and get 30% off your first Cornbread Hemp order. Use code

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00:38:42

A Billionaire Gives Dating Advice, Zac Efron On...

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2025/11/20

Jared is broadcasting from the porch of his new Delray Beach apartment for Pop Culture Thursday, thanks to a WiFi disaster he’ll fully unravel on Coffee with JTrain. He kicks things off with a Business Insider piece about billionaire Bill Ackman giving the world’s most awkward dating advice, and dives into why “May I meet you?” sounds more like something an alien would say in a human disguise. Jared then riffs on Zac Efron strategically showing up for his brother on Dancing with the Stars, Kim

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00:38:25

The Art of Talking Sh*t with Jay Jurden - CHIT CHAT...

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2025/11/19

Jared sits down with comedian, friend, and world-class sh*t talker Jay Jurden, fresh off his new Hulu special “Yes Ma’am.” They get into what a special should really be in 2024, why joke-dense hours matter, and how comics are secretly puzzle nerds fitting together bits from tweets, clips, and crowd moments. Jay explains his philosophy on crowd work, why some comics are basically filming infomercials instead of shows, and what it means to actually respect the people who work all day, then pay to

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00:40:07

Adult Bullies, Hotel Outlets, and Pumpkin Spiced...

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2025/11/18

Jared is coming to you from Durham, NC for another gloriously petty Ticked Off Tuesday, and he’s got thoughts about “former bank” hotels, mysterious staff-only Wi-Fi, rogue outlets, and the front desk guy who hit him with the dreaded “you look familiar.” Between burps, coffees, and Bonvoy vs. Hilton debates, he breaks down life on the road and why all he wants is a cute, functional room where he doesn’t have to move furniture just to charge his laptop. Then it’s on to listener complaints: a cursed

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00:30:50

Should I Text A Guy I Matched With Two Years Ago? -...

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2025/11/17

On this Mailbag Monday, Jared dives into three big listener dilemmas about dating, friendship, and finding a fresh start. He unpacks what to do when a vacation match still lingers in your mind and you’re tempted to reach out again. Then, he talks about the pressure of supporting friends through massive life changes when your emotional tank feels empty. And finally, he offers thoughtful advice to a listener who wonders whether moving to Florida after ending an engagement might be the reset she truly

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00:16:28

Golden Bachelor Finale! - The Rose Rehash

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2025/11/13

It's Mel's FINAL rose! Jared breaks down The Golden Bachelor finale and the debate around age in dating. He dives into how public comments about dating preferences can shape how people see you. Who goes home with the final rose?!

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00:36:36

Taylor Swift Reveals Her Bridesmaids, Kim Kardashian...

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2025/11/13

See Jared live! He's the road! 👉 jaredfried.comThis week on the JTrain Podcast, Jared talks about Kim Kardashian trying to pass the California bar exam and what it says about celebrity culture. He wonders if fame gives people an unfair advantage in serious professions like law. From Tom Brady’s dog cloning rumors to Kim studying between Skims shoots, Jared looks at how much effort success really takes. It’s a funny and honest chat about work, privilege, and public perception. Support the show

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00:42:19

Being Particular Is Hot with Alison Leiby - CHIT CHAT...

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2025/11/12

This week on the JTrain Podcast, Jared is joined by comedian and OKP Alison Leiby for a true Chit Chat Wednesday. They break down the emotional spiral of daylight savings, why we’ve all become human sundials, and the eternal battle between “bowl culture” and nachos done right. Plus, the two pitch their newest business idea: personality consulting for office life. Cozy vibes, big opinions, and one extremely detailed nacho recipe. Support the show & get 15% off your Bioma order with the code

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00:50:56

Hotel Noise, Wedding Photographers, and Bad Pillows -...

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2025/11/11

In this Ticked Off Tuesday episode, Jared dives into a lineup of listener rants that perfectly capture modern-day frustration. From a “luxury” Nashville hotel with zero water pressure to airlines charging extra for less travel, no gripe goes unchecked. He also tackles the mystery of microscopic Instagram fonts, the smug full-size candy bar crowd, and a wedding photographer who showed up unprepared and empty-handed. It’s a cathartic mix of comedy, chaos, and classic JTrain outrage! Eat smart @

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00:39:27

Applying To A Reality Show, Getting Out Of A Bad...

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2025/11/10

In this Mailbag Monday episode, Jared tackles a lineup of hilariously relatable dilemmas. He helps one listener find a polite way to say no to a second drink without sounding rude, breaks down the delicate art of telling a friend their spouse smells, and gives casting advice to a die-hard Survivor hopeful who’s gone all out to get noticed. From dating strategy to social etiquette to reality TV dreams, Jared dishes out his signature mix of humor and honesty. It’s an episode full of cringe, charm, and

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00:18:19

Mel's Fantasy Suites - The Rose Rehash

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2025/11/06

Jared Freid recaps the first half of the Golden Bachelor fantasy suites, where Mel’s emotional brick wall becomes the centerpiece of the episode. Cindy pushes for real answers while Peggy laughs through the awkward moments, leaving the audience divided on what Mel is actually feeling. Jared breaks down why so many viewers are frustrated watching a man struggle to communicate even the simplest emotion. It is an honest look at love, expectations, and how hard it can be when someone refuses to say what

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00:38:01

Heidi Klum's Halloween Costume, Jennifer Anniston's...

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2025/11/06

This week's Pop Culture Thursday breaks down Heidi Klum's latest Halloween costume and why her parties still rule Hollywood! We discuss Jennifer Aniston's rumored new boyfriend and how the media is covering it. Then we dive into Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Justin Baldoni, and how public perception shapes a celebrity’s reputation. It's a fun one, let us know your favorite headline this week!Go see Jared live! 👉https://jaredfreid.com

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00:47:11

Life and Love After Reality TV with Lauren O’Brien -...

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2025/11/05

Jared is joined by Lauren O’Brien from Love is Blind to talk about life and love after reality TV. They dive into how social media shapes public perception, the friendships formed on set, and what dating looks like once the cameras are off. Lauren opens up about the psychology behind being watched, staying grounded in Minneapolis, and how fame changes the way people approach relationships. It’s a real, funny, and thoughtful look at dating in a world where everyone’s watching!Support the show and

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