U Up?
Download on the App Store
  • Ranking

    18th

    on Sexuality

  • Favorites

    891

    Followers

  • Typical duration

    61 min

    per episode

  • If it hooks

    62%

    finish an episode

Based on Podcast App listening data

U Up? episodes

  • Is Saying 'Boyfriend' Cringe?

    J&J start off the ep breaking down a sketchy message from a guy claiming to be a pro hockey player and question if he is flirting or scamming? The two then read a listener email about feeling like having a boyfriend is suddenly embarrassing and how to stay independent in a new relationship. They then play a game of what is the best way to tell a neighbor their fun may be a little too loud and keep it down. Finally, they play Red Flag or Dealbreaker with pet poop, witch curses, and a guy who lies about his age.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr 26 min
  • Dating Titles: Exclusive vs Boyfriend

    Jordana and Jared kick off this Friday Feels episode by sharing their love for Thanksgiving, recalling quirky family traditions, and how holidays should be spent by the beach! They are debating whether being exclusive is really different from being boyfriend and girlfriend and sharing the hilarious pitfalls of modern relationships. They give advice on confronting ghosters, teasing listeners about age quirks, and imagining ultimate revenge scenarios, like introducing “my husband, Dwayne the Rock Johnson.”

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 min
  • How to Know You’re Ready to Move In

    In this episode, we check in with Jordana’s pregnancy journey and she shares that its going well and how mentally it can feel like a relationship you’re not sure is going to work out. J&J question dating a woman who likes energy drinks in the morning and if it's a red flag? A listener writes in about being ghosted after a first date when she asked for drinks instead of dinner. They read a story about an eight-month connection and ask, ‘What is a situationship?’ They then discuss a listener who is confused by a coworker saying, ‘Let’s start out as friends.' Finally, they share advice on moving in with a partner, with Jared reflecting on his past experience moving in with a past girlfriend!

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr 18 min
  • Did Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco Win Halloween?

    Happy Halloween! Jared and Jordana are revealing their costumes for the first time, so be sure to check it out on YouTube! Jordana admits she tested hers by barking at her dog to see his reaction, while Jared strutted around the office eating pizza in full owl gear. The two debate what’s dorkier, dressing up like your dog or going to the gym for a Halloween party? They get into rating celeb couple costumes like Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco, Justin & Hailey Bieber, Jessica Biel & Justin Timberlake, and Joe Jonas & Sophie Turner. We get to a listener’s question about whether you should still go for a “hot girl costume” when you’re in a relationship! Be sure to write in and tell us your favorite Halloween couples costumes this year.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  • Halloween Reveals Your True Relationship Status

    Jordana shares the exciting news that she’s expecting two babies this winter, one through her own pregnancy and one via surrogate, she’s having “twiblings!” Jared and Jordana dive into Halloween week, talking about how the holiday reveals your relationship status and whether it’s too soon to invite a new fling to a party. They also analyze Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard’s latest anniversary post to see if it is creepy or cute? Lastly they get into red flag deal breakers and discuss a listener’s dilemma about her girlfriend planning a couple’s costume with her cat.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr 20 min
  • Have These Dating Trends Gone Too Far?

    Jordana and Jared dive into a hilarious lightning round of dating trends, from Labubus to belly button rings, revealing what is a turn on or turn off lately. They break down the funny celebrity lookalikes they’ve been compared to, from Matt LeBlanc to Emily Ratajkowski, and share which comparisons are flattering, or just random. J&J read a listener’s icky Instagram encounter where the guy’s bios mentions his dead dog. Total turn-off. They go on to analyze Instagram bios, emojis, and quirky details, giving their expert takes on what attracts or repels potential matches when looking at instagram profiles. Plus, they tackle a listener's question about VR porn, discussing when immersive experiences cross the line and if it’s not so different from normal spicy browsing?

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min
  • Mom Kisses Son, Major Ick

    Jared is ignoring the TikTok trend of divorcing your parents and as he’s looking to buy a house, he’s bringing his parents along to help showing why you still need them as an adult. A listener shares being accused of posting about her date in the “Are We Dating the Same Guy?” Facebook group, sparking a meltdown from her soon to be Bravo famous ex. J&J react to a mom kissing her adult son on the lips, debate red flags, and rank relationship quirks. They also cover wingwoman tips and why forgetting a birthday is a red flag for effort and commitment!

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr 29 min
  • Is the Pen Pal Dating Trend Back?

    Bethenny Frankel’s TikTok about pen pals sparks a debate between J&J and questions why this trend is still a topic years later as if it’s brand new. They act out how to handle a pen pal in dating when texts keep coming but no plans are being made. Later Jared and Jordana read a petty or prudent email about an ex still making NFL survivor pool picks after a breakup. They then question what counts as creepy and whether an age gap is a valid concern. J&J discuss age gaps in dating and explain when it is fine for older men to ask younger women out.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  • How To Date Someone Outside Your Faith

    This episode starts with Jordana sharing how her cute puppy Ronnie gave her an unexpected wake-up call, which even led to her losing her phone! J&J then dive into listener advice, reading about a woman dating outside her faith and offering tips on handling her traditional parents while explaining why meeting the person matters more than expectations. They break down twins posting matching photos on dating apps, define what a “mini makeout” really is, and roast the worst breakup text clichés like “I’m rooting for you” and “you deserve better.” Plus, they debate whether snoring or using a CPAP machine is a deal breaker or just a lame excuse?


    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr 16 min
  • You’ve Got Mail: The OG of Online Dating

    On this Friday’s Feels ep, J&J review You’ve Got Mail, the iconic Upper West Side rom-com starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, diving into the movie that kicked off the era of online dating while nostalgically saying goodbye to small bookstores. They explore the magic of falling in love online before apps made dating complicated, from over-30 chat rooms to the classic AOL dial-up sound that defined a generation. From slow, meaningful email connections to Joe Fox’s low-pressure dating style, they debate whether this vintage romance still holds lessons for modern love. Plus, they question if Kathleen was actually forced to fall for Joe after his store puts hers out of business, wondering if romance can survive a little ruthless competition.

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr 1 min

About U Up?

From the publisher's feed

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

Best of U Up?

Ranked by our users in the last 21 days

More shows like U Up?

The JTrain Podcast by Jared Freid

The JTrain Podcast

4,736 Listeners

@Betches by Betches Media

@Betches

2,637 Listeners

We Met At Acme by Dear Media, Lindsey Metselaar

We Met At Acme

2,433 Listeners

Girls Gotta Eat by Dear Media

Girls Gotta Eat

29,097 Listeners

The Toast by Dear Media

The Toast

33,567 Listeners

Chicks in the Office by Barstool Sports

Chicks in the Office

17,460 Listeners

Gals on the Go by Dear Media

Gals on the Go

9,385 Listeners

Call Her Daddy by Alex Cooper

Call Her Daddy

164,501 Listeners

Berner Phone by Hannah Berner and Des Bishop

Berner Phone

5,846 Listeners

Not Skinny But Not Fat by Dear Media, Amanda Hirsch

Not Skinny But Not Fat

6,236 Listeners

The Viall Files by Nick Viall

The Viall Files

25,694 Listeners

Inner Childish by Inner Childish

Inner Childish

3,420 Listeners

Giggly Squad by Hannah Berner & Paige DeSorbo

Giggly Squad

15,409 Listeners

It's Me, Tinx by Tinx

It's Me, Tinx

4,193 Listeners

Oversharing by Betches Media

Oversharing

1,870 Listeners