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The JTrain Podcast is hosted by comic Jared Freid and great comedian guests as they read listener emails and answer questions about everything from hooking up and dating apps to relationships and post-grad problems. Every Monday!
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Get ready to riff with Jared on another Pop Culture Thursday direct from Delray Beach! Fueled by coffee and headlines, JTrain dives into the week’s juiciest Page Six stories, whether it’s Taylor Swift engagement gossip, Dancing with the Stars casting chaos, or the Kardashian parenting police. Expect tangents, playful cynicism, and a few “just ooze, baby” moments along the way. Jared also drops tour updates (Winnipeg, Tampa, and beyond!), plugs his Patreon diary, and of course, dishes on why Jennifer Aniston’s “optimism” isn’t really skincare. It’s your weekly brain-melt of laughs, hot takes, and headlines that sound way spicier than the actual news.Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/JTRAIN and use code JTRAIN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!
Jared welcomes chef/host/NYT bestseller Jake Cohen to Chit Chat Wednesday to talk all things dinner parties and his new book, Dinner Party Animal. They swap hosting secrets, from timelines and grocery lists to the “that-was-tonight?!” emergency menu (hello, baked gnocchi and roast chicken dreams). Jake makes the case for “friend-luck”: invite your favorites and require each to bring someone they love, creating a matchmaking community. They dig into why preorders matter, how to actually support an author, and why good food is the ultimate conversation lubricant. Plus, a cheeky detour into single-life adventures and a rapid-fire “Peaks & Pits” on barbecues, playlists, chips, and sides. Hit the link to preorder or snag the book, then be the dinner party person of your dreams!Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/JTRAIN and use code JTRAIN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!
Ticked Off Tuesday rolls in from Providence with listener gripes and a few of Jared’s own! We get sentimental over Lee Corso’s final mascot pick and call out the “even as a Badger fan…” homerism that followed. There’s a Marriott check-in limbo, complete with seven-minute lobby purgatory and vague updates. A three-hour Hozier marathon hijacks a salon visit, while a mid-flight pastor’s prayer request and whispery sauna gossip test everyone’s patience. Lighthearted rants, quick laughs, and a nudge to assemble the group chat for the next one!Get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co
Happy Labor Day! Dating feels like job hunting, virginity confessions in your late 20s, and rebound sex that won’t leave your head just another Monday with Jared on the JTrain. Between emails, Jared riffs on life from the road, comedy headaches, and whatever else sets him off that week. It’s equal parts advice, rants, and oversharing, the kind of stuff you’d gossip about over brunch. Hop aboard and keep the laughs (and the complaints) rolling.Get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co
This week’s Pop Culture Thursday is all about, who else? Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce! Jared, aka the JTrain, is sifting through every Page Six headline and serving up his signature mix of eye rolls, laughs, and oddly specific analogies (salsa discourse included). From private-but-not-really-private wedding rumors to engagement ring drama that’s allegedly “designed” by Travis, Jared calls out the hype while still giving the Swifties their due. Along the way, he plugs his Patreon, shames you into buying comedy tickets early, and reminds everyone that pop culture is a business, baby. Light, funny, and just a little noodge-y, this is your weekly dose of riffs, rants, and reality checks.
This week on The JTrain Podcast, Jared is joined by comedian Dan Soder for a classic Chit Chat Wednesday. They kick things off with laughs about body types, ranch dressing, and upcoming shows before diving into a wide-ranging conversation. Dan shares his fitness routine, stories from life on the road, and why he prefers hanging out with eager new comics over bitter old ones in the green room. The two swap food favorites, reminisce about their college days, and debate tipping etiquette for green room staff. They also get into comedy shop talk, from opener etiquette and overlapping material to how comedians should treat their audiences. To top it off, they imagine a hilarious comedy Supreme Court made up of the most influential comics. It is a fun, unfiltered hang between two sharp comics you will not want to miss!
Jared is back with another Ticked Off Tuesday, diving headfirst into life’s little annoyances like why bacon still isn’t packaged with a zip-top, gyms doubling as water bottle obstacle courses, and grocery store shoppers who treat the aisles like a family reunion. Along the way, he shares his undying love for Trader Joe’s peanut butter pretzel nuggets, vents about YouTube frustrations, and previews his upcoming tour stops. Listeners write in with their own hilarious complaints, from restaurants overloading delivery bags with cutlery to streaming services that make binge-watching way harder than it should be. It’s classic JTrain: funny, relatable, and just the right amount of petty!Support the show and get $10 off your first month’s subscription of Nutrafol, plus free shipping with promo code FEATHER at https://www.nutrafol.com
Jared is back on the mic for another Mailbag Monday, bringing laughs straight from sunny Delray Beach. He recaps a dream weekend of shows in Denver, previews sold-out stops in Providence and Boston, and drops fresh tour dates all over the map. He delves into classic listener emails, covering the tricky world of post-breakup dating and even how to make new parent friends without it feeling like a suburban swingers' invitation. His advice is equal parts heartfelt and hilarious, reminding listeners to set boundaries, keep things fun, and maybe plan a barbecue with cookies as the hook. As always, he signs off with plenty of plugs and just the right dose of feather-light wisdom.Support the show and get $10 off your first month’s subscription of Nutrafol, plus free shipping with promo code FEATHER at https://www.nutrafol.com
In this week’s Pop Culture Thursday, Jared dives right into a mix of pop culture headlines, from Julia Fox’s confusing sexuality “clarification” to the oddly awkward obituary of TikTok star John Crawley, better known as “King Beard X.” He jokes about how embarrassing it would be if his own comedy nicknames showed up in his obituary. Things get wilder with a Hamptons story of a woman in her 50s allegedly biting a six-year-old during a t-shirt gun brawl—something Jared insists should mean jail time. He pokes fun at a headline calling Austin Butler “fearless” for shooing away a bee near Zoë Kravitz, and rolls his eyes at Jay Cutler airing divorce grievances online. To wrap it up, Jared defends the Coldplay kiss cam, insisting we can’t let cheaters ruin a fun tradition. It’s goofy, ranty, and oddly heartfelt all at once.Support the show and get up to 10 free HelloFresh meals at https://www.hellofresh.com/jtrain10fm
On this episode of the JTrain Podcast, Jared welcomes comedian Michael Yo for a fun and wide-ranging chat. They laugh about Jared’s Golden Bachelor cameo, Michael’s time at E! News during the height of the Kardashian era, and how Kris Jenner helped launch him into reality TV. Michael also shares how Chelsea Lately jump-started his comedy career and previews his new A&E series 1000 Ways to Dine, highlighting unforgettable food adventures from underwater dining to intimate meals in Italian homes.Support the show and get up to 10 free HelloFresh meals at https://www.hellofresh.com/jtrain10fm
It’s another Ticked Off Tuesday, and Jared is back to duet your complaints with gusto! First up, his mom somehow turned “I went to bed early” into a dire medical emergency; nothing like parental concern to turn rest into a diagnosis. We’ve got a listener fed up with t-shirt cannon “performers” who think they’re auditioning for So You Think You Can Dance instead of, you know, actually launching shirts. Another transplant from NYC to Atlanta is shocked to find the real summer villain isn’t the humidity, it’s indoor workplaces kept at a balmy 81 degrees. Plus, someone’s blocking a one-way street with hazards on despite a sea of open parking spots, and Jared’s not having it. All that, a few tangents, and the sweet release of shared pettiness.Support our show by clicking below!Support the show, and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.coSupport the show and get 20% off your first Vuori purchase. Head to https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN
It's Mailbag Monday, and Jared is diving into your dating dilemmas with the precision of a gossip surgeon. First up, a listener had a promising Hinge date lined up, until she sent the “we should probably cancel” text upon realizing he’s a recent ex of her friend. Did the ex wave her off, or is this just modern dating’s efficiency mode kicking in? Then, a post-volleyball romance that’s stuck in the Thursday-night-after-the-game loop, with zero movement toward a real plan. Jared breaks down why “make a plan and I’m in” should be your new mantra, and why vague dating purgatory is the enemy of progress. Plus, a few tangents, some travel gripes, and the occasional unsolicited Woody Allen quote!Support the show, and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.coSupport the show and get 20% off your first Vuori purchase. Head to https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN
It’s Pop Culture Thursday, and Jared is dishing a headline buffet straight from Page Six. He dives into the Taylor Swift multiverse — from her “announcement of an announcement” album drop to Marvel-movie-level Easter eggs that keep superfans in overdrive. Jared riffs on Swift’s internet tribalism, the romantic economics of dating her (hi, Travis Kelce), and even a snake-related bathroom demolition courtesy of Zoe Kravitz. Along the way, he skewers wild fan theories, Martha Stewart’s Real Housewives shade, and Leonardo DiCaprio’s so-called “mortified” pat-down. Add in Dua Lipa birthday buzz, a Vanity Fair shake-up, and one eyebrow-raising Kelly Clarkson ex subplot, and you’ve got an episode that’s equal parts gossip, comedy, and “did he just say that?”
On this Chit Chat Wednesday, Jared sits down with comedian Peter Revello for a hilarious and insightful conversation about growing up in Staten Island. Peter shares stories about the construction worker culture he was surrounded by, and how the Verrazzano Bridge changed everything for the borough. They talk about accents, stereotypes, and how Staten Island shaped their relationships, including how Peter met his wife at a Tottenville pizzeria! The conversation touches on marriage, moving to Florida, and the everyday realities of comic life. Plus, they wrap with a game of “Scummy or Yummy,” judging everyday behaviors and whether they’re lowbrow or lovable!Support the show and get 25% off your first Tommy John order at https://www.tommyjohn.com/FEATHER
It's time for another Ticked Off Tuesday, and the complaints are as strong as ever! One listener is furious after ordering the same air filter size, only to find the company quietly changed the dimensions. Another vent about a wellness spa using bizarre quotes from Joe Rogan and Yelp reviewers that have nothing to do with their services. A Barry’s Bootcamp fan is left frustrated after a canceled class with no real apology. And someone trapped next to a cologne-covered passenger on a flight is begging for scent-free zones.Support the show and get 50% off plus free shipping on your first Factor box. Use code JTRAIN50OFF at https://www.factormeals.com/JTRAIN50OFF
It’s another Mailbag Monday, and Jared is diving into three fresh dilemmas from the inbox! One listener is caught in family drama over a Wednesday wedding that clashes with a European vacation. Another wants to turn a friendly drink with a former coworker into something a little more flirty. And a Kansas City fan shares a mortifying nail salon story involving a chipped manicure, a rude technician, and a public accusation. Jared gives his take on navigating tricky invites, subtle signals, and awkward customer service encounters. If you’ve ever been unsure whether to RSVP, flirt, or pay twice, this episode is for you!Support the show and get 50% off plus free shipping on your first Factor box. Use code JTRAIN50OFF at https://www.factormeals.com/JTRAIN50OFF
It's Pop Culture Thursday! This week, Jared honors the 20 year anniversary of 40 Year Old Virgin with a clean wax at the European Wax Center, discusses the strange PR around a loss in Brad Pitt's family, takes you inside a heart-to-heart between Machine Gun Kelly and Taylor Swift, and re-imagines Titanic with Matthew McConaughey in the lead role. Whether you're here for laughs, gossip, or to hear Jared say exactly what you're thinking, this is the perfect show to get you through your week.Support the show and get 20% off your first Vuori purchase. Head to https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN
On this Chit Chat Wednesday, Jared is joined by comedian and Bachelor expert Kay Brown, aka Kay York City, for a hilarious catch-up that feels like no time has passed. They talk about red carpets, Getty Images pressure, and K’s experience attending movie premieres with celebs like Pedro Pascal and Jared Leto. The Bachelor in Paradise reboot gets a full breakdown, from sketchy production decisions to the unexpected charm of the Golden contestants. Jared and K also play a game of “Is This Paradise?” debating everything from influencer culture to secret-revealing challenges. Whether you watch the show or just love reality TV tea and great banter, this episode delivers!Support the show and get 20% off your first Vuori purchase. Head to https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN
This Ticked Off Tuesday features four fresh complaints that prove the little things can drive us nuts! But we start off with Jared's food complaint! One listener is fuming over a coworker who cuts into every dessert to sample them before anyone else gets a bite. Another is tired of golf coverage that feels more like a Rory McIlroy documentary than a major tournament. There’s frustration over constant interruptions during podcast me-time, and a red-eye flight disaster caused by a tray table that cannot handle its own airline cup. Jared gives each gripe the spotlight it deserves!Support our show by clicking below!Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co Support the show and get $10 off your first month’s subscription to Nutrafol. Use promo code FEATHER at https://www.nutrafol.com
It’s a fresh Mailbag Monday, and Jared is tackling two all-too-relatable dilemmas. One listener feels completely overlooked at her brother-in-law’s wedding after wrangling kids and getting excluded from photos. Another is stuck in texting limbo with men who claim to want something serious but never follow through. Jared breaks down what’s really going on and helps listeners navigate mixed signals and family drama!Support our show by clicking below!Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co Support the show and get $10 off your first month’s subscription to Nutrafol. Use promo code FEATHER at https://www.nutrafol.com
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The only guest I ever want you to have. Liza/Jared podcast would be nothing like U Up? I swear!
This was a horrible episode, I generally enjoy this show. This episode showed just how much of a highbrow douche Jared and his politically leaning friend are. in my opinion, this showed you who Jared is and who his real circle of friends are. didn't like Here's or Chicken wing Keith. In so many ways you have to love this show. If you aren't aware that Jared's highbrow attitude is really real, then you are clueless. We generally accept it we all have this friend. This episode showcased to me his negative side more than his comic side.
27:00... beautiful
what if the guy that was at the window looks sketchy so the guy in the middle is protecting her from the weird dude by the window.