In this episode of the JTrain Podcast, Jared Freed dives into the wild world of listener emails, featuring two unforgettable stories that will have you laughing, cringing, and shaking your head in disbelief. Broadcasting from the heart of Manhattan's West Village, Jared sets the tone with some candid reflections on his own dating life, peppered with self-advice and the occasional delusional thought. He shares his thoughts on balancing the podcast's daily format with the ad content, addressing listener feedback with his trademark blend of humor and honesty. As he transitions to the mailbag, Jared tackles a range of listener queries, including an amusing and somewhat bizarre story about eating stuffed shells in a hot tub, showcasing the kind of offbeat scenarios that make the podcast so engaging.
Throughout the episode, Jared also touches on the importance of improvisation in life, drawing parallels between improv classes and the unpredictability of dating apps. He shares a personal anecdote about a bar encounter, illustrating how quick thinking and a sense of humor can turn an awkward situation around. With his relatable approach, Jared delves into the challenges of navigating dating apps like Hinge and Field, offering listeners both comedic relief and practical advice.
First up, Jared unpacks a hilariously bizarre tale about a listener who found themselves eating stuffed shells in a hot tub. YES you heard correctly, food in a hot tub! Whether it's the impracticality of balancing a plate of pasta in bubbling water or the inevitable mess that follows, Jared’s sheds sheer ridiculousness of the situation. You'll never look at Italian food—or hot tubs—the same way again😂
But the episode takes a more serious turn as Jared tackles a listener’s story about discovering their girlfriend’s infidelity. The email details the heart-wrenching moment of finding out about the betrayal and the difficult emotions that follow. Jared approaches the situation with empathy, offering advice on how to cope with the pain and move forward. While he keeps the tone light with his signature humor, Jared also provides thoughtful insights on trust, communication, and the importance of self-respect in relationships.
With these two stories, the episode showcases the full range of human experience—from the absurd to the deeply personal. Jared seamlessly navigates between humor and heart, reminding listeners that while life can be unpredictable and sometimes painful, it’s always better with a little laughter and perspective.
He wraps up the episode with a heartfelt reminder of what makes the JTrain Podcast special: it's a 20-minute escape from the daily grind, filled with laughter, relatable stories, and a bit of personal insight.
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Hop on the "JTrain" with comedian Jared Freid and his crew of pals, including YOU! Join us for an hour of laughs, gripes, and straight talk on modern love. Send in your questions, dish on the latest trends, and more to jtrainpodcast@gmail.com – we'll tackle it all on air! It's a no-nonsense, fun journey where we escape reality for a bit, delivering quick laughs and razor-sharp insights into the wild world of life and love. Tune in every Monday.
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Jared Freid is a stand up comedian from Boston and who is currently based in New York City. Jared is known to give great dating advice and is all knowing of the Bachelor & Bachelorette nation! You can catch his latest comedy special on Netflix, “37 & Single”, where Jared discusses dating app frustrations to awkward setups to breakup justifications. (For the record, Jared’s mom thinks his body is “just fine.”) Besides regularly headlining and touring around the country, Jared hosts two podcasts called “The JTrain Podcast” and “U Up? Podcast” with Jordana Abraham of Betches, where they discuss their takes on modern dating with issues ranging from apps to hookups to relationships. Check out more of his comedy and a live show today! 👉https://jaredfreid.com/