The JTrain Podcast

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Adult Bullies, Hotel Outlets, and Pumpkin Spiced Lattes - TICKED OFF TUESDAY Nov 18, 2025

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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 U-Haul mirror box order that vanishes into the ether, a nightmare flight seated next to the world’s greasiest seatmate, and someone finally saying what we’re all thinking about pumpkin spice lattes (liquid fall-flavored disappointment). Along the way, Jared dishes on his upcoming tour stops in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Royal Oak, Columbus, Orlando, San Diego for New Year’s, and Philly, and why you need a night of laughs away from your family this holiday season. Hit play, submit your own grievances, and remember, if you’re annoyed, you’re in the right place.

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Should I Text A Guy I Matched With Two Years Ago? - MONDAY MAILBAG Nov 17, 2025

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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 needs?

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Golden Bachelor Finale! - The Rose Rehash Nov 13, 2025

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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?!

Taylor Swift Reveals Her Bridesmaids, Kim Kardashian Fails The Bar, and Tom Brady Has A Clone Dog - POP CULTURE THURSDAY Nov 13, 2025

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This 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.

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Being Particular Is Hot with Alison Leiby - CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY Nov 12, 2025

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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.

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Hotel Noise, Wedding Photographers, and Bad Pillows - TICKED OFF TUESDAY Nov 11, 2025

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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!

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Applying To A Reality Show, Getting Out Of A Bad Date, And A Smelly Wife! Help!! - MONDAY MAILBAG Nov 10, 2025

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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 classic JTrain wisdom!

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Mel's Fantasy Suites - The Rose Rehash Nov 06, 2025

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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 they mean!

Heidi Klum's Halloween Costume, Jennifer Anniston's New Boyfriend, and Blake Lively - POP CULTURE THURSDAY Nov 06, 2025

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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!

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Life and Love After Reality TV with Lauren O’Brien - CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY Nov 05, 2025

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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!

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