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J&J are back with a fresh batch of dating dilemmas! First, Jordana’s journey into puppy parenthood has her seeing dog owners in a whole new light! But when a listener’s date casually mentions feeding their dog human food and giving it steroids, is that just a quirky habit or a major red flag? Jared and Jordana break down what pet parenting says about a person (and their dating potential). Then, they tackle a frustrating situation: What do you do when your friend hypes up a great guy but refuses to make the intro? They unpack the psychology behind "gatekeeping" in dating, why some people hesitate to set up their friends, and whether this guy is even interested or just a fantasy. Jared tells us how to ask your friends to set you up!! Plus, a wild dating scenario involving a guy who refuses to give oral (and thinks that’s normal?!) and another where a date finds their own dad’s headshot saved in someone’s phone. Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and some very strong opinions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

04-09

01:03:08

On this special Friday Feels episode, Jared and Jordana welcome two incredibly hilarious guests, Andrew Chappelle and Cody Rigsby of the Tactful Pettiness podcast. These longtime friends take us on a journey through their rise in two powerhouse brands, Hamilton and Peloton, sharing hilarious and heartfelt stories of ambition, friendship, and love! Plus, they spill the tea on how they went from frenemies to business partners, their wildest breakup stories, and the struggles of dating while in the public eye. From the importance of punctuality in Broadway and fitness to navigating friendships and dating in the digital age, Andrew and Cody bring their signature wit and wisdom. They break down a listener’s dating dilemma, is he being strung along, or is his date just taking things slow? And of course, no episode would be complete without a little tactful pettiness. The crew debates the ultimate post-breakup move: stealing condoms on the way out. Petty or practical? Tune in for hilarious hot takes, savage dating truths, and plenty of laughs. Don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

04-04

34:05

Chelsea Handler joins U Up? for a hilarious deep dive into her dating history—celebrities, non-celebrities, and even a near-miss with Andrew Cuomo. She spills the tea on how the former governor slid into her DMs (but didn’t seal the deal), the power players she’s dated, and why she’s got a thing for skiers. Chelsea also shares her “soar like an eagle” dating philosophy, admitting she’s not looking for "the one" but enjoys having fun on her own terms. Maybe Chelsea is Jared’s ideal woman?! The conversation also touches on the psychology of dating high-profile men, relationships with no money, and how her no-kids lifestyle has shaped her relationships. Plus, Chelsea opens up about her recent relationship with Mountain Man and reveals why chardonnay is an ick! It’s everything you love about U Up? with an extra shot of unfiltered Chelsea. And be sure to check out her new Netflix special, The Feeling, streaming now! Friday, March 28th Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

04-02

56:32

It’s a Friday Feels episode, and we’ve got the hilarious Nimesh Patel joining Jordana and Jared! He’s here to talk about rebelling against his traditional parents and how life has changed since becoming a dad. Jared shares with Jordana and listeners that Nimesh has been crushing it on TikTok…without ever monetizing it (yep, that’s money gone)! Nimesh shares the peaks and pits of being a first-time parent and how his marriage has changed since having a baby. Then, they dive into a listener’s dilemma: her boyfriend promised to archive a photo of his ex from Instagram, but months later, it’s still there! Is this a red flag or just classic guy behavior? Nimesh gets put in the hot seat when Jared challenges him to answer as if he were giving his own daughter advice! Tune in now! Watch the full episode on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-28

33:41

In this episode of U Up?, Jordana and Jared dive into the art of meeting people IRL. A listener asks about making real-life connections outside of dating apps and wonders how to approach people in person. Bar Comment Baits are Jared’s go-to method for starting conversations. Simple questions like “Did they have food at this bar?” or “Which team are you rooting for?” These small, natural ways to start a conversation can lead to meaningful interactions. Then, an awkward encounter leaves a listener confused after her date bailed at a salsa social and canceled their brunch plans the next day. What happened? Jordana and Jared weigh in on why men sometimes act mysteriously in these situations. Tune in for all the advice and laughs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-26

01:07:16

J and J are talking to professional organizer Summer Rose to discuss the surprising connections between organization and dating. They explore how decluttering can transform not only physical spaces but also emotional well-being, making individuals feel more confident and ready for relationships. Summer shares insights on the emotional ties people have to their belongings, the benefits of hiring a professional organizer, and how organization can serve as a form of couples therapy. She shares insights on how clutter can impact one's ability to invite partners into their lives, the emotional attachments we have to our belongings, and practical strategies for decluttering both physical and digital spaces. Find Summer at: IG: @starorganizers & @sumsumsummytime www.starorganizers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-21

52:23

In this episode, Jordana's feeling a little bruised and Jared is unpacking the paradox of love’s give-and-take. First, J and J dive in, tackling a tried and true listener dilemma—should you be dating when your life feels like a total layover? Then, they break down the all-too-relatable struggle of texting purgatory on dating apps—are NYC men just looking for pen pals? Next up, Petty or Prudent features a long-lost (and very aggressively reclaimed) pair of grandma’s sneakers. And today's Red Flag or Deal Breaker debates some truly wild dating scenarios: a guy posting a second-date photo as his Facebook cover, a woman totally unphased by playing her dad’s love interest in a musical, and the ultimate modern communication nightmare—someone who only sends voice memos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-19

01:18:12

Signs of spring are popping up everywhere, and we're embracing this spirit of renewal. Jordana shares some of her favorite lottery slogans and how they can be applied directly to your love life. And Jared takes his YouTube trolls head on and ends the Leonardo DiCaprio dating comparisons. Then, on "Petty or Prudent?", a listener gets cheated on by her longtime partner and decides to share the news with her ex's childhood role model and favorite high school teacher (Mr. Feeney anyone?). Later, a listener wonders if competitive dates are a bad idea after a night mini golfing with her boyfriend turns disastrous. New Yorkers -- U Up? LIVE is coming to a venue near you! Get your tickets to see Jared & Jordana live and in-person at The Palladium in Times Square on April 30th: https://betches.co/uuplive Today's the LAST DAY to get the official U Up? "Is That My Wife?" hat! Get yours here before it's too late: https://shop.betches.com/collections/hats/products/is-that-my-wife-hat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-14

39:01

This week on U Up?, we’re making the most of our extra hour of daylight, mostly by making excuses to leave work early. Jared’s fresh off of a trip to Boca and has the fresh tan to prove it. Jordana’s planning for her own winter getaway with an upcoming trip to the Cayman Islands. Jared tells us about a strange run-in he had with a fan while on a swanky date.  Later, we hear from a listener who’s conflicted about whether or not she should go on a girl’s trip to Miami because it makes her boyfriend uncomfortable. On “Awkward Encounter,” an apartment nightmare turns into a reality when a listener’s sister finds out her ex boyfriend’s new girlfriend moved into the unit next door. On “Red Flag or Deal Breaker?”, we got bet bragging, dog poop hurling and trauma dumping.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-12

01:35:23

On today's Friday Feels episode of U Up?, we're joined by musician and songwriter, Spritely, who captured the hearts and attention of millions after posting a spoof song about her shocking breakup with her longterm boyfriend. Spritely breaks down the full story behind her viral video, reflects on red flags from the relationship and answers some tough questions from J&J. Spritely's new single, "Before I Fall Apart," comes out on March 7th and can be streamed on Apple Music and Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-07

01:13:02

Spring is only a few weeks away and J&J are here to get your dating life in tip-top shape. Jordana recounts a late night with the Betches that turned hairy when they almost got deserted at a Long Island steakhouse. Then, Jared gives his tips on how to make your dating app profile stand out and catch attention in only half a second. Later, Jordana explains how to work through an awkward texting dynamic early on in dating and Jared shares his own head-scratching situation.  Then we dive into our listener inbox and J&J talk a listener through how to follow up with a stranger he met in a real life meet-cute without seeming creepy. On “Are We Dating?”, J&J help out a listener whose weekend trips with her situationship have her stuck in the “back alley” of dating. Another listener writes in with fears that the guy she’s interested in may have put her on the back burner. On this week’s “Red Flag or Deal Breaker?”, aggressive texts, anti-vegetarian dating profiles and piss pots.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-05

01:24:42

It’s Friday and Jordana’s feeling sassy. She’s got a new game to play with Jared called “Pack or Pass?” Here’s how it works—would you relocate to Buffalo to stay with the love of your life? The game explores just how far you'd be willing to go, literally, for your relationship. Later, on "Icky or Picky?," we hear from a listener who experiences an unforgettable ick when her date insists on carrying an umbrella for shade during an entire hike. Then, a busy single mom writes in about a new guy she’s excited about, but feels overwhelmed by his constant texting. J&J offer advice on how to set communication boundaries without killing the spark of a new romance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02-28

43:54

Jared’s officially off on his Australia and New Zealand tour and hopes to meet some of our down under listeners at his upcoming shows. Later, he tells a story about his own awkward encounter with a gastroenterologist and Jordana dissects a texting exchange Jared had with a woman he was seeing that turned sour. We dive into our email inbox and hear from a listener who is worried that sleeping with a new romantic interest on their first date may have jeopardized their chance at a committed relationship. Then we hear from a listener who isn’t sure if shooting her shot was worth it. And this week’s Awkward Encounter has us wondering if there's any situation where a cheese grater is a remotely acceptable birthday gift. Later on Red Flag or Deal Breaker, we hear about some eligible bachelors who are still legally married (possibly for financial reasons), who use bots to flirt with women and who ask you to go barefoot at a bar on the first date.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02-26

01:15:52

Lordy, Lordy look who’s 40! It’s the “Worst Day of the Year” aka Jared’s birthday. Now that he’s over the hill, Jared is embracing his “I want to speak to the manager” energy and reflecting with Jordana on the peaks and valleys from the past year. Then, we play Petty or Prudent and hear from a listener who got dumped the day after her boyfriend planned a romantic dinner for their one-year anniversary. Later, we dive into an email about a woman who tries to backpedal into dating a guy she once ended things with when he gave her the ick. There’s been one thing on our minds since October and it’s… “Is that my wife?” We got all your DMs and comments about needing merch and now we have it! For a limited time only, get your “Is That My Wife? hat at https://shop.betches.com/products/is-that-my-wife-hat. Available from now until March 14th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared’s fresh off of a trip to Montreal, or as he calls it The Coldest Place on Earth, and comes back with hot takes about the food and one glowing restaurant recommendation. Then J&J gab about their recent trip to L.A. and the difference in hotness factor between Los Angeles and New York (Gremlin Swamp People unite!). They also reflect on a strange interaction they had with a recently divorced man at a bar.Later, we dive into emails and hear from a listener who feels that her boyfriend made a joke at her expense that went too far. On an Awkward Encounter that we’ll never forget, a listener takes a chance going to a playoff hockey game with a guy she just met. Things take a turn when the “Mayor of Detroit” picks her up in a Dukes of Hazard themed golf cart and gets plastered at the game. Then a listener taps J&J for advice on a romantic connection where the physical isn’t matching the emotional one. We end with a round Red Flag Deal Breaker about a forgotten vasectomy, a mean quote from a Rate My Professor review, and an aspiring “boy dad.” Have a dating question for Jordana and Jared? Send an email or voice memo to uup@betches.com or leave us a voicemail at our dating hotline 212-589-8903.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices