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 dates, and Jared and Jordana unpack whether these are quirky personal choices or dealbreakers. They even tackle unconventional living situations, like sharing a home with grandparents, weighing when this is endearing or potentially a red flag.
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Is It Rude to Ask For a Plus One?
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 a plus one at a wedding. We know the bride and groom are not kings and queens, but do they deserve the final ruling on a plus one?
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How to Survive a Sports-Obsessed Partner
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 and turnoffs of vanity plates. Plus, Jordana shares the mix up when she confuses her husband’s favorite football team, the Jets, with the Giants.
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Are Men Wearing Shoe Lifts an Ick?
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 top tips for celebrating a birthday alone, from breakfast in town to massages and movie marathons, proving that solo days can be just as indulgent and fun!
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Decoding Weird Boyfriend Habits
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.
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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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