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U Up?

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

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48:06

Is Selena Gomez “Shrekking”?

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2025/09/26

Jared is feeling “very single” these days, a term he never thought he’d describe himself as! Jordana and Jared dive into the latest dating trends, from “Shrekking” and dating down with charm to the etiquette of bringing a plus one to a wedding. They also tackle hilarious friendship dilemmas like telling someone their dog smells, they have B.O., or if a guy has gone overboard with Botox. Would you be brave enough to tell a friend if they smelled?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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93:59

How to Date Your Roommate

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2025/09/24

Dating fails, ghosting, and awkward first dates collide in this week’s episode of U Up? with Jared and Jordana. A listener writes in wondering if he was unmatched on Hinge by mistake or if it was just ghosting in disguise? J&J give another listener step-by-step advice on how to ask out a roommate without creating a “half-boyfriend” or awkward living situation. Plus, they dive into a few red flag dealbreakers: Venmo requests before dinner, and first date Groupons. Red Flag? Or just not sexy? Jared

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46:32

I Spoke to My Partner’s Mistress & This Is What She...

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2025/09/19

Jared and Jordana are joined this week by Dateable podcast hosts Julie Krafchick and Yue Xu on U Up? Julie opens up about her journey as a self-proclaimed “type A dater” and how letting go of control ultimately led her to the right partner. She was just married last Saturday, with Yue officiating the wedding. Yue shares the shocking story of discovering her long-term boyfriend was cheating while she was writing a dating book, and how interviewing “the other woman” on their podcast became one of the

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88:06

Taylor & Travis Got Engaged, Now You’re Panicking

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2025/09/17

Jared and Jordana dive into the small etiquette moments that can make or break a date, debating whether table manners like placing a napkin on your lap or holding a fork the wrong way are serious red flags. They explore celebrity engagements from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to Brooklyn Beckham and the real-life pressure couples feel on their own timelines. Listeners write in with wild dating stories, from a guy who lies about it being your birthday to a baseball hat worn on back-to-back first

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38:41

Is It Rude to Ask For a Plus One?

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2025/09/12

It’s Friday the 12th, not the 13th, as Jared hilariously discovers when he falls for a meme about Halloween’s “666-year Friday the 13th” joke! Jordana sympathizes after being duped into thinking the Astronomer CEO apologized on LinkedIn, which sparks a discussion of Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow’s “conscious uncoupling” and how to handle messy breakups with humor and style. They answer listener questions on dating, debating whether a two-year age difference is an ick and if it is rude to ask for

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91:22

How to Survive a Sports-Obsessed Partner

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2025/09/10

Fall is for flirting, but dating comes with its own set of challenges, especially when reality TV obsessions, sports fandom, or constant phone use get in the way. Jared and Jordana break down what makes a relationship work, from the perfect season for flirting to navigating jealousy and attention struggles. They explore how being overly attached to your phone can impact intimacy and connection. The hosts also tackle first date ex talk, navigating a partner’s sports obsessions, and even the quirks

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43:35

Are Men Wearing Shoe Lifts an Ick?

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2025/09/05

In this episode, Jared and Jordana tackle dating red flags, starting with a listener’s story about a guy wearing obvious shoe lifts, sparking comparisons to push-up bras, stuffed socks, and bald men in hats. They dive into the dreaded height conversation, unpack why “short king” talk is a lose-lose, and share their own insecurities. The duo also dishes out expert advice on solo travel in their “Go Solo?” game, weighing options like hostels, group tours, and adventure spots. Plus, Jared reveals his

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90:30

Decoding Weird Boyfriend Habits

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2025/09/03

Jared reveals a potential red flag: falling asleep to The Golden Girls, and yes, Betty White is involved. In this episode, Jordana and Jared break down texting disasters, from one-word pre-date replies to three-day gaps, and debate whether you’re genuinely excited to see someone or just excited to date. They weigh in on whether meeting the right person at the wrong time is actually real. Plus, they dissect the ultimate minimalist text: the dreaded “thumbs-up” emoji.Learn more about your ad choices

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33:39

How to Get Deep Without Scaring Your Date ft. Kat Sadler

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2025/08/29

Kat Sadler, creator and star of the Hulu series Such Brave Girls, joins J&J on U Up to talk dating, relationships, and her chaotic personal life. She opens up about her disorganized attachment style, stories of making dates cry, and navigating love while dealing with past trauma and parental influence. From comparing the energy of New York versus London to debating whether coworker gossip is a relationship essential, Kat keeps the conversation lively and unfiltered. She also shares behind-the-scenes

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76:38

How To Date On A Budget

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2025/08/27

From fro-yo runs in his parents’ Neil Sedaka-signed red Jaguar to unexpected parking lot meet-cutes, Jared is enjoying his Del Ray Summer. A listener shares a quirky first-date story where everyone says her date looks like Lil Dicky, and he eventually snaps! Jared and Jordana debate whether his reaction was fair or a red flag. They also tackle tricky dating dilemmas: when it’s fair to ask for a breakup refund after a partner cheats, how to date confidently with an invisible disability, and whether

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48:00

Spotting the Lies Before You Swipe ft. Kamie Crawford

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2025/08/22

Kamie Crawford is on the podcast, and we learn right away how she’s the 1% dater who found her boyfriend on the very first day of swiping! As the eldest of five sisters, she shares their collective conclusion on men and how she gives her sister's advice. She opens up about the unsettling realities of dating while Miss Teen USA and how men reacted to the title. The three also debate whether certain breakup moves are petty or justified, including Kamie’s infamous story of spitting on an ex’s

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80:08

Am I Dating A Disney Adult?

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2025/08/20

Jordana kicks things off by reminiscing about Billy Joel and a second date she went on, while Jared shares a story about a voice memo mishap that didn’t go as planned. In our listener emails, we dive into issues of cheating, mistrust, and an unemployed boyfriend. Jared and Jordana also dissect an “Icky or Picky?” as one listener discovers their date is a potentially full-blown Disney Adult - yep, it's a thing. Per usual the warps with the signature Red Flag or Deal Breakers covering everything from

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69:43

Whitney Cummings Breaks Down Toxic Behavior & Real...

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2025/08/15

This week, comedian Whitney Cummings joins J & J for a chaotic and hilarious deep dive into everything she’s done once and never again—from Ozempic to dating emotionally unavailable men. She gets into her current relationship, why she’s officially tired of mean girl energy, and her take on what makes a real friend (spoiler: they’ll tell you your outfit is trash). They also get into freezing your eggs and how men vs. women interpret toxic behavior.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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82:54

How to Date Intentionally When No One Else Is

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2025/08/13

This week J & J dig into Jared’s hilarious origin story as a summer camper in New England, and how it still resonates with his life today. The episode kicks off with listener feedback on Jared’s ongoing Summer Dating Challenge, followed by a laugh-out-loud “Icky or Picky” that’s both “yummy” and divisive. Next, the hosts answer a listener’s question about how to date more intentionally in a world full of people still "figuring out their relationship type." Finally, J+J wrap up with a Red Flag or

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46:47

Long-Distance Love or Just Bad Timing?

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2025/08/08

Jared and Jordana sit down with Sophie, who’s originally from the UK and now building her life in New York City, to unpack a long-distance love that won’t quite let go. After a whirlwind month together, she and her high school crush tried to make it work across continents, but mismatched communication styles and visa hurdles got in the way. Now he says he’s willing to wait until her “New York chapter ends,” but Sophie’s unsure if that’s romantic or just unrealistic. Is it love, pressure, or

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80:55

How To Clean Up Your Feed After a Breakup

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2025/08/06

Jared and Jordana unpack the dos and don’ts of dating in the age of social media. Jared explains why unfollowing your ex immediately after a breakup is a crucial act of self-care and shares the three things you need to consider when managing your breakup posts online. They talk about the subtle ways we use stories to check if someone’s watching and break down which ex photos to keep, edit, or delete to protect your new dating life. We also discuss a listener's question, do you need permission to

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67:27

Does 'The Materialists' Hate Matchmakers?

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2025/08/01

Jared and Jordana are back with another movie review episode of The Materialists, directed by Celine Song and starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal. Spoiler alert!! J&J break down the film’s portrayal of matchmaking as cold and transactional, and ask whether Song set out to take down the matchmaking industry altogether. From red flag roommate situations to Coke-and-beer drink orders, J&J debate every messy decision and chaotic romance. Is it a rom-com, a satire, or something much

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73:40

Is It Okay to Date Your Brother’s Best Friend?

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2025/07/30

Jordana shares her firsthand experience at a concert when she witnessed the viral moment Mr. Met fell off stage at Citi Field, breaking it down with Jared as pure comedy gold. Jared and Jordana read a listener’s email about a guy’s shy hopscotch move on a first date and debate when quirky crosses into “icky.” They dive into a friendship dilemma about hooking up with a best friend’s college fling years later, exploring honesty and boundaries. Plus, Jared calls out the major red flag of guys asking

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35:12

Too Soon to Reveal Feelings?

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2025/07/25

Dating in your 40s? Jared and Jordana break down why it actually gives you the upper hand, less game-playing, more clarity, and faster exits from the wrong situations. A listener writes in about a promising new connection and a big reveal, prompting a convo on knowing what you want as you get older. Then, they react to a jaw-dropping first-date horror story involving a drunk, naked sleepwalker and a ruined mattress. The debate continues: is peeing the bed a dating red flag... or just a funny story

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85:23

Is Going Out Alone a Red Flag?

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2025/07/23

Would you go to a concert solo? In this episode of U Up?, Jared and Jordana play “Would You Go Alone?” and debate when flying solo feels empowering versus just sad. They break down the “casual clock” - the timeline guys follow to keep things casual while still reaping relationship benefits. Then, a listener's email sparks a debate: is groaning at helping an elderly woman a red flag or just bad timing? They also run through a list of mama’s boy behaviors, from outfit picks to dentist appointments,

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