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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 da... more

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Jared and Jordana catch up on life and, specifically, their current locations. Jared is missing the comedy scene in NYC, while Jordana shares how raising a family is going! They then watch a TikTok of a woman giving dating advice, suggesting that wom... more

Jared and Jordana find an interview with Chelsea Handler, who hired a family therapist for her ex's kids so she can still have a relationship with them post-breakup with their dad, and we're wondering: Is this how we should approach breakups? They th... more

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It’s a Happy Halloween here at the BETCHES studios with Jordana and Jared, who are dressed as a big baby and a praying mantis. They’re ranking Halloween costumes, from Hercules and Phil to Monica and Chandler in Barbados and more! J&J tell all single... more

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Jared and Jordana are reading The Cut’s new article, “The Case for the Entry-Level Boyfriend,” and discussing how maybe you should date someone who doesn’t check every box, and how, maybe, maybe, situationships can teach you more than you think! It’s... more

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Recent Guests

Esther Perel
Psychotherapist, relationship expert, bestselling author and host of Where Should We Begin?
Episode: Can Friendship Breakups Be Fixed in Therapy? ft. Esther Perel
Heather McMahan
Comedian and actor, special By a Thread on Hulu
Episode: Can Your Marriage Survive Living With Your Parents? ft Heather McMahan
Lauren Lapkus
Emmy-nominated actress, comedian, writer; star of Stuart Fails to Save the Universe on HBO Max
Self/Stuart Fails to Save the Universe
Episode: Lauren Lapkus Has a Dating App Imposter
Dr. Rosenberg
Gynecologist offering dating and vaginal health advice
Private practice/Queens, NY
Episode: How Long Should Your Husband Wait to Remarry After You Die?
Harry Jowsey
Host of Let's Marry Harry, Netflix dating series
Netflix / Let's Marry Harry
Episode: Harry Jowsey Wants to Be a Stay-at-Home Husband
Jon Skolnick
Jon, Jordana's brother; appears as a guest
Family of Jordana
Episode: Jordana Is Looking for a New Sister-in-Law!
Dr. Orna Guralnik
Couples therapist featured on the show Couples Therapy
Show: Couples Therapy
Episode: Dr. Orna On The Biggest Mistake Couples Make
Samantha Wynn Greenstone
Co-host of I Married A Gay Man podcast
I Married A Gay Man
Episode: Married a Gay Man… And We’re Completely Monogamous ft I Married a Gay Man
Jacob Hoff
Co-host of I Married A Gay Man podcast
I Married A Gay Man
Episode: Married a Gay Man… And We’re Completely Monogamous ft I Married a Gay Man

Hosts

Jordana Abraham
Host of the show, co-host, co-founder of Betches, active in dating-advice content
Jared Freid
Co-host, comedian, host of U Up? related content

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 21.7k ratings
  • So funny

    Chris vs. Christ made me laugh out loud at the gym

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Auberfoyle
    United States17 days ago
  • Love-hate relationship with this show

    Longtime listener and overall fan of their dating and relationship discussions but lately some of their personal takes haven’t sat right with me:

    - Saying Shane G’s monologue wasn’t that offensive, just not funny enough

    - Jordana’s uninformed take on AI and apparent lack of understanding of its long-term societal impact (please Google “implications of AGI”)

    - Dr. Naomi’s AirPods story (Oversharing)

    Despite being a self-proclaimed moderate podcast, their perspectives are starting to feel increa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    CindR214
    United States19 days ago
  • Finally Unfollowed

    I used to enjoy the show, but midway through the most recent episode about Shane Gillis's SNL stint, I stopped listening and unfollowed. The fact that this episode is now behind a paywall only makes the decision easier.

    What has become increasingly frustrating about this podcast is how committed J and J seem to be to staying middle-of-the-road, even when a conversation calls for a little more thought, nuance, or willingness to engage with something uncomfortable. They seem so focused on being un... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    UFtoTU
    United States19 days ago
  • Wonderful! Lovely!

    Is anybody else annoyed by the PERSISTENT constant AFFECTED use of the words “wonderful” and “lovely” by these 2? These are not words Jewish American millennials use so they’re making a deliberate choice to speak in a way that maybe they think makes them sound more cultured or intelligent or BRITISH?????

    Also, how exactly is Jordana type b? She’s the most type A person I’ve ever heard

    It’s time to retire this show it’s like Seinfeld you gotta know when enough is enough

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    1
    Coffeetime56
    United Statesa month ago
  • Yikes. Privileged white lady gives opinion on how great AI is

    I love the show and have listened for a long time. But I thought Jordana was smarter than she portrayed when they discussed AI on a recent show. Yikes. She’s clueless about the world her daughters will have to live through because of the tech lords, lack of regulation, climate change, etc. Do more research.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    HonestPodcastListener
    United Statesa month ago

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I Broke Up With My Boyfriend, But Do I Have to Break Up With His Kids?
Q: Should I be patient and see if anything unfolds naturally between the two of us? Should I make an excuse to approach him?
Jared recommends introducing herself at the gym and seeing whether he continues the conversation. If they exchange numbers and make plans, she can ask directly whether he is married.
I Broke Up With My Boyfriend, But Do I Have to Break Up With His Kids?
Q: Why can't I shake the fact that he's shorter than me?
The hosts say she should consider whether she is genuinely attracted to him or mainly worried about social judgment. If she likes him, they encourage her to give the relationship a chance; if she is trying to persuade herself to feel attraction, she can end it.
Is Regifting a Gift to Your Girlfriend a Deal Breaker?
Q: Is it a red flag or a dealbreaker if your boyfriend regifts corporate holiday cookies for your birthday and then lies about it?
They rule it a relationship-ending miss, emphasizing that the cookies were late, came with a corporate thank-you note, and were followed by defensiveness and false claims about other gifts.
Is Regifting a Gift to Your Girlfriend a Deal Breaker?
Q: How do I tell my boyfriend to stop giving me bad gifts without sounding like an ungrateful bitch?
Jordana and Jared say the girlfriend should give clear feedback about what makes a gift feel thoughtful, while recognizing that his late booking and repeated misses may reflect a lack of effort. They distinguish the spa plan from the unwanted jewelry and suggest adjusting expectations if gift giving is not his strength.
We Broke Up Over Bad Bunny, but He's Still in My Football Pool
Q: Do you think I need to formally break up with my university boyfriend's parents, or is four or five years of not returning their phone calls enough of a breakup?
They advise her not to end the connection. They suggest answering and recording future birthday calls, enjoying the strange tradition, and asking questions that might reveal why the parents keep calling.

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A candid, humor-forward dating and relationships show where two hosts riff through listener emails, personal anecdotes, and pop culture to dissect modern romance, dating apps, and commitment. Episodes often mix blunt relationship coaching with sharp banter, exploring topics like communication misfires, boundaries, exclusivity, and the social dynamics of couples, friends, and family. A standout trait is the duo's chemistry and willingness to tackle provocative scenarios with practical takeaways, guest-driven conversations, and sponsor breaks that weave into the flow. This combination likely appeals to calm skeptics and die-hard romantics alike, offering actionable advice wrapped in entertainment and self-deprecating humor.

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1. Oversharing
2. The JTrain Podcast
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4. Girls Gotta Eat
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2. Heather McMahan
3. Lauren Lapkus
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5. Harry Jowsey
6. Jon Skolnick
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