U Up?

Comedy
**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 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

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Latest Episodes:

My Interracial Relationship Isn’t An Insult ft. Nimesh Patel Oct 01, 2023

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It’s time for another Sunday Special and, this week, comedian Nimesh Patel stops by the pod. J&J engage Nimesh in a “Petty or Prudent?” debate about answering your SO’s ex on their behalf. Then, Nimesh shares his experience with interracial relationships before they dive into a lightning round about interracial dating questions sent in from Instagram.

@findingnimesh

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Introducing: Ask Men Anything with Emma Willmann (Ft. Jared Freid) Sep 28, 2023

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There’s one question that has stumped our universe for centuries: Why do men? Emma Willmann is on a quest to find out the answer in this podcast from Betches Media. Each week, Emma is inviting some of the funniest and most interesting men she knows into the studio and pulling from the Ask Men Anything inbox to ask your biggest, weirdest, and most pressing questions of earth’s most mysterious beings.

Check out a preview from Jared's episode here, and then go over to the Ask Men Anything feed to hear the rest of their conversation.

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Can You Be Old-Fashioned In A Modern Dating World? Ft. The Golden Bachelor Sep 27, 2023

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J&J have the honor of sitting down with Gerry Turner, the Golden Bachelor, himself! But first, Jordana is catching us up on married life in the ‘burbs and Jared is excited to see Huntington firsthand. The first email asks whether wanting to be “virtually courted” is holding her back on the apps. Then, the Awkward Sexual Encounter is full of firsts. The second email is from a listener who just heard from her cheating ex after almost a decade. Is she right to feel upset? J&J wrap up with an interview with ABC’s first Golden Bachelor where he shares his red flags and dating rules, then plays a round of “Red Flag, Green Flag, Gold Flag”.

@goldengerryturner

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And Just Like That, We’re In A New Season Of Love Sep 24, 2023

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Seasons are changing, and so are dating norms! This Sunday Special, J&J kick off with excitement about what’s to come–cool weather, new reality dating shows, and Halloween. What Jared feels for football is what Jordana feels for Bravo shows, but with the latest Summer House drama, she’s noticing a new pattern amongst love stories playing out on reality TV. Then, they discuss an email about catching feelings ahead of a 3-week international trip. How soon is too soon to suggest a European getaway? J&J discuss how to decipher heightened senses from true feelings, and if our listener should go with her gut.

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You Can’t Find A Date Because You’re Missing The Point Sep 20, 2023

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Fall is officially days away, and J&J are predicting a shady season ahead. They take a trip to Plug City before reminding single listeners what the goal for meeting IRL should be. The first email retells a bad date, wondering when and how she could’ve left early. The Awkward Sexual Encounter is full of sweat. Then, a listener needs tips on how to tell her husband he’s a bad kisser after 7 years of marriage. Is it too late for her, or can she teach him how to improve? The episode ends with a new game of “Red Flag, Green Flag, or Gold Flag,” in anticipation of the Golden Bachelor on ABC.

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Surviving Your Family Trip As “The Single One” Sep 17, 2023

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J&J are ready for another Sunday Special, and we’re starting off with a “Petty or Prudent?” about an invoice being sent after the breakup. A listener scratched her ex’s car while they were together, and offered to pay for it then, but her ex didn’t ask for the cash until they were over. Who is in the wrong? Then, an email comes in asking how to handle a big family trip after a breakup. J&J give tips on how to get around grandma’s persistent questions and the stress of being single again when your family thought you would be next to be engaged.

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How To Tell If It’s A One-Sided Setup Sep 13, 2023

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J&J are back in the studio and it’s Jordana’s birthday eve! Before they jump right in, Jared shares a recent text exchange between him and a woman he dated years ago so Jordana can give her impartial opinion. Next, they read an email questioning why a neighbor gave his info and expressed interest if he never intended for anything to happen. The Awkward Sexual Encounter gets messy. Then, the second emailer is trying to get out of the “family zone” with her best friend’s brother. The episode ends with a round of Red Flag or Deal Breaker about Instagram Stories, wedding dates, and stealing date ideas.

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Nothing Good Comes From Keeping Your Ex Around Sep 10, 2023

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This Sunday Special has Jared heated! The episode starts with a “Petty or Prudent?” submission about an ex’s mom asking for her gift back. Then, a listener reaches out about a difficult choice: should she marry her boyfriend who could give her the life she wants, or should she give life a second go with her ex-husband? Jared and Jordana talk through the messy situation, including a message directly to one of the people involved–and it’s not the listener.

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My Boyfriend Doesn’t Want Kids, But He’s A Father Sep 06, 2023

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Before solving dating again, J&J are catching up after a short break. Jordana gives the rundown of her week in Italia, and Jared talks about the big star he got to meet after his Netflix debut. The first emailer is debating whether they should use dating business cards to market themselves to potential singles. The Awkward Sexual Encounter gets too hot to handle. Then, the second emailer wonders what say she has in her boyfriend’s lack of involvement in his toddler’s life. The episode ends with a round of Red Flag or Deal Breaker about lying about height, holding hands on a first date, and STI test results.

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Sometimes, You’ve Got To Take The “L” Sep 03, 2023

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We’re ushering in September with a Sunday Special, and J&J are dubbing fall as the better season to be in the dating game. We know all too well that communication is a core element in dating successfully, and this episode focus on getting lost in translation. They play a round of “Petty or Prudent?” about a misplaced passport. Then, a listener questions if she’s been doing dating all wrong after she called out a fizzled dating prospect, and he fired back. If it seems like they both ghosted, who's at fault? Jared and Jordana read the texts and take sides.

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