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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

U Up‪?‬ U Up?

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.8 • 14K Ratings

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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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    What Is The Right Way To Compliment A Man?

    What Is The Right Way To Compliment A Man?

    It’s the Wednesday before the big weekend – Jordana’s birthday getaway and Jared’s time to shine as his brother’s best man. Before diving into the episode, they tease what they’re anticipating ahead of their travel days, then spill into Jared’s TikTok encounter and the big debate going on with Oversharing. The first email comes from a divorced listener feeling insecure about blame her ex-husband placed on her when it came to words of affirmation. Now that she’s in a new relationship, she wants to do better, but how do men like to be complimented in the first place? The Awkward Encounter validates a recent “Red Flag or Deal Breaker?” about a surprise strand of hair. Next, the “Are We Dating?” submission may be a case of overthinking a man’s removal of Bumble. The episode ends in a “Red Flag or Deal Breaker?” featuring texts about a strange favor, women with successful careers, and recovering from sending a sext to the wrong person.
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    • 1 hr 31 min
    Erotic Energy, Rethinking Infidelity, And Psychotherapy ft. Esther Perel

    Erotic Energy, Rethinking Infidelity, And Psychotherapy ft. Esther Perel

    Dreams are coming true today– Jordana’s #1 guest, mental health icon, and host of “Where Should We Begin?,” Esther Perel is making this a standout Sunday Special. We get started with the existence of situationships, spill into her findings about eroticism and sustaining relationships, plus the universe affected when an affair occurs. The episode ends with a listener's email about a devolving sexual connection with her boyfriend, leading to her finding something unsettling from his past relationship. Should she confront him with what she found? J&J ask how Esther would advise, and you may be surprised to hear her answer.
    Find Esther Perel on Instagram @estherperelofficial or listen to her podcast, Where Should We Begin
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    • 1 hr 4 min
    The Worst Kind Of Rematch on Hinge

    The Worst Kind Of Rematch on Hinge

    Spring is in the air, and we’re ready to welcome all the fun that comes with more sun and warmer weather. Before diving into emails, J&J both have exciting plans to come, plus they receive another listener’s wedding invitation! Next, they hear from a male listener who just got stood up on a second date but met someone new while he was waiting. His original date ended up reaching out, so does he owe her another shot or would it be OK to call the girl he ended up meeting instead? The Awkward Encounter is why you never go back for seconds on Hinge if it didn’t work out the first time. Then, the “Are We Dating?” submission comes from a divorcee exploring the dating world. Her email stumps Jared because it’s a bit of a role reversal from what we usually hear, so J&J need your help landing a decision. The episode ends with a “Red Flag or Deal Breaker?” about seating choices, smelly genitals, and a potentially common risk when dating a teacher.
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    • 1 hr 5 min
    Everything You’ve Asked About Jordana

    Everything You’ve Asked About Jordana

    Jordana is on cloud nine, post-interview and ready to share it all in today’s Benefits episode! After meeting her dream guest, Esther Perel, for an upcoming Sunday Special, she and Jared talk about how they felt after a landmark moment for U Up? Then, we dig up the lightning round questions you had for her and Jared asks Jordana all you want to know, from her sibling family tree to her old situationship’s current status, and favorite moments with her husband.

    A Message To Cheaters

    A Message To Cheaters

    If you’ve cheated or been cheated on, this Sunday Special is for you. Before diving in, Jared has some pre-wedding thoughts as we get closer to his brother’s big day. Then, J&J play a round of “Petty or Prudent?” about removing social media posts with your ex. Is that an unspoken rule of breakups, or is it OK to let posts of your past stay up? Next, we hear from a listener who’s just cheated and come back to the wreckage his ex left at home after she found out. He asks Jared and Jordana how he can apologize and what next steps he should take from here, but they think he’s missing something if he truly wants to change.
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    • 41 min
    We Need To Talk About The Love Is Blind Reunion

    We Need To Talk About The Love Is Blind Reunion

    After we recapped Love Is Blind in our first U Up? For More YouTube bonus, we couldn’t go without finishing the season after the medley of chaos that was the reunion. J&J share some brief thoughts on the finale and weddings before diving into their full thoughts on every bit of the reunion, from Nick and Vanessa Lachey’s hosting skills to every couple in attendance and the former participants that tagged along. What did they think of Trevor’s admittance that he had an active IRL relationship when he entered the pods? Do they think Sarah Ann is actually the villain here? Hear us out and tell us your thoughts on how Love Is Blind Season 6 came to an end!

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
14K Ratings

14K Ratings

AMidcalf ,

10/10

Love this show! Jared and Jordana have a great relationship and I love listening to their conversations. They’re similar in sense of humor but different enough in personality that they can bring unique perspectives to each situation. I’m also a subscriber and really enjoy the benefits episodes!

Jimicam ,

Voted Best Podcast Of All Time!

Anyone that listens to U UP says it’s their top favorite! If you’re not a Benefits subscriber- you NEED to be. Learning about Jordana’s rock star life is worth it alone!

U Up Listener 123 ,

Come On Jared…

I wish the Esther Perel podcast had been solo Jordana. Jared was obviously unprepared and was offensive at times. You’re going to open up hosting the world’s most well-known, respected relationship expert by asking her what took so long to come on the show? Just ugh / so cringy. Embarrassed on his behalf for this one. Know your guest.

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