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:

How Long Should I Wait For Him To Propose? Jun 21, 2023

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J&J are back in the studio and with summer wedding season in full swing, they’ve got some tips for all the single wedding-goers out there. Jared ended up at the “discards table” last weekend, and he tells us why he wears his discard-badge proudly. Next, we hear from a listener whose long-term boyfriend agreed to get engaged by the end of the year… but not knowing when her ring will come is driving her crazy. How long should you wait for him to finally propose? The Awkward Sexual Encounter is a cautionary tale for anyone planning to gather around a bonfire this summer. We hear from a listener whose sleep habits are being affected by his girlfriend’s late-night snacking needs. Finally, they close things out with a new game called Flip Or Flop, presented by motorola.

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You’re Wearing The Wrong First Date Outfit Ft. Liza Lieberman Jun 18, 2023

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This week, J&J are joined by Betches’ favorite stylist (and Jordana’s BFF) Liza Lieberman for the Sunday Special. Before getting into your questions submitted via Instagram, they debate the influences of fashion on dating, and Liza shares lessons learned from her first date outfits worn at the start of her serious relationships. Next, they take on your questions ranging from first date outfits to hatfishing, whether Matchmaker Maria’s “Green Theory” really works and how comfortable you should be getting once you’re already in a relationship. They end the episode with a date outfit makeover of first date outfits worn by Liza, Jordana, Jared and submitted by you!

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Announcement: Subscription Update! Jun 17, 2023

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The U Up?: With Benefits subscription is getting a glow up! Go to subscribe.betches.com and sign up for the annual subscription before the end of July to lock in the promotional rate. (If you're already subscribed on Spotify, our old platform is getting phased out, so act fast and don't miss an episode!)

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What’s A Socially Acceptable Way To Ghost? Jun 14, 2023

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This week, J&J are decompressing after spending the past weekend at different weddings. They dish out their views on the perfect reception, Jordana confesses an embarrassing moment she had, and Jared feels the pressures of being a great brother and best man for his brother’s upcoming “I Do's.” Next, a listener writes in wondering how to save her relationship. It’s important to her boyfriend to have a partner that can keep up with his social justice interests, but if her heart isn’t in it, will their demise be her fault? The Awkward Sexual Encounter is a drunken wedding hookup. Then, another listener emails wants to know how to kindly reject matches on the apps. The episode ends with J&J playing a new game called “Express Your First Date Thoughts.”

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Rejection Isn’t Always As Deep As It Feels Jun 11, 2023

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Jared and Jordana are back with another Sunday Special, and this week starts with an update from our 5/14 episode! A lawyer crushing on her colleague, but unsure if their differing sexualities, longtime friendship or distance between them would be issues, took their advice and reports back. Next, a listener reaches out with a deal reveal that’s still bothering her a month later. If everything seemed fine and they both want to be in a relationship, does that mean she was the problem? J&J discuss the confusion, pain and lessons hidden in the fine print of rejection.

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What Are The New “Love Languages?” Jun 07, 2023

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In this week’s episode, J&J are reflecting on how their realities fits into the lives of their loved ones. Jordana realizes her nieces and nephews will eventually learn she’s not “Auntie JoJo” to the public and, during a reunion with his high school lacrosse team, Jared noticed he was the only single, childless alum in attendance. Next, they catch up on new love languages and discuss a Bumble match using pop culture to vet her dates. The Awkward Sexual Encounter is a memory between college sweethearts. The second email asks for advice on living with your SO. Lastly, the episode ends with a round of Faux Pas or Nah about misleading job titles on the apps, celebrity crushes, burping and J&J share their own faux pas.

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What’s The “10-Monther” Timeline? Jun 04, 2023

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It’s time for another Sunday Special and this week starts with Jared sharing more about his Euro trip… from hotel preferences to a w/Benefits tease about his dry spell. Next, a listener shares her concern over whether Jared’s so-called “10-monther timeline” is becoming her reality, or if she and her boyfriend are in it for the long haul. She has professed her love — and he hasn’t — but she’s still convinced that she sees it in his actions. So, how does she tell if he’ll come around or if the end is near? J&J break down the telltale signs of when all isn’t as it seems.

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Scandoval And The Audacity Of Men May 31, 2023

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Jared and Jordana are back in the studio after weeks of travel and touring to talk about the word on everyone’s minds and TVs: Scandoval. Jordana gives Jared the highlights of the Vanderpump Rules finale and reunion, and they debate the toll of being cheated on in such a grand scale. Then, they jump into an email about a guy having a great time seeing a fellow grad student, but he’s about to move across the country for 5 months. Is it fair to bring titles into play, or should they put a pause on the relationship potential between them? The Awkward Sexual Encounter pulls the plug on the breakup sex that could’ve been. Then, our second emailer shares a bizarre request from a one-night stand. J&J finish with a game of Red Flag or Deal Breaker about a shitty date, manners when you meet the parents, and settling the debate on whether a S.O. should take an upgraded seat when flying as a couple.

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Heather McMahan’s Guide To Relationships May 28, 2023

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J&J are back with a Sunday Special and, this week, they’re joined by comedian Heather McMahan. Heather and Jared have only known each other digitally until this point, so the trio kick off with a discussion about online energy vs energy IRL. Next, they dive into a problem commonly hidden in the fine print of some relationships: how do you address a shift in your friendship when one of you is no longer single? Our emailer has happily been in a relationship for over a year, but as it continues to progress, she’s noticed one of her friendships regressing. Jordana and Heather are both married, so they’re able to delve into how their friendships transitioned over the course of their relationships, while Jared is able to give the perspective of the single friend. Plus, as a bonus, you can catch J&J on Heather’s podcast, “Absolutely Not.”

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How Do I Know If I'm Ready To Date Again? May 24, 2023

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As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an end, this week’s emails focus on how you view yourself playing a role in your relationships. First, Jared and Jordana hear from a listener who’s a few months into being single again. She started off feeling single and free, but day by day, loneliness has crept in and made her feel like she’s not meant to be single even though she’s not ready for a relationship. Next, our Awkward Sexual Encounter is a tale that will be stuck in our minds for eternity. Our final email comes from a woman concerned about her partner’s body image issues taking a toll on his mental health and their relationship. J&J close with a round of Faux Pas or Nah about peeing in public, ChatGPT texts and voice memos in the DMs.

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