U Up?

It’s New Year’s Eve, and J&J are ringing in the new year with bold and actionable personal dating and relationship resolutions. Jordana and Jared dive into listener emails about a NYE kiss ruined by strict no-PDA rules and jealousy over an innocent peck on the lips from a gay best friend. They also break down a listener’s New Year’s Eve ‘petty or prudent’ move, where she secretly canceled her ex’s reservation after a three-year situationship ended. Comment below telling us your favorite part or your dating or relationship resolutions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordana and Jared talk about the strange week between Christmas and New Year when time feels fake, routines disappear, and the pressure to reinvent your life creeps in too late. Jordana’s growing baby countdown is upon us and Jared reacts to becoming an uncle and jokes about parenting prep and unrealistic TV labor scenes! Next, they react to a viral dating influencer who claims his high standards are why he is single, breaking down why the take feels insecure, manipulative, and driven by rage bait. Finally, they debate an icky or picky email about a date who joked that his dog was his child and why the timing made it more uncomfortable than funny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts dive into gym flirting and the fatigue of modern dating, exploring emotional self-protection. They tackle the tricky topic of introducing a partner to family during the holidays, plus the right timing for breakups and navigating the dating scene afterward. Listeners share stories about retrieving sentimental ornaments and the nuances of gift-giving with friends versus partners. They also discuss cultural holiday customs, the maturity of believing in Santa at 21, and share personal tales about holiday traditions that keep the festive spirit alive.

Jordana and Jared celebrate the holidays by sharing gift ideas, including Jared’s new book, Walking Red Flag, which we suggest pre-ordering! Next, a listener asks J&J to weigh in on whether her date’s bragging about delaying climax is an icky moment or just being picky. They answer a question about giving a boudoir photo shoot as a Christmas gift and how it can boost confidence. Would you do a sexy photo shoot for your loved one?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared and Jordana kick things off with a little holiday gift exchange powered by Uber Eats, proving last minute gifting doesn’t have to be stressful! Then they tackle a big dating etiquette question: you book a trip together, break up, and suddenly you’re stuck with the bill - do you still split the bill? They then get into an icky or picky where a listener asks if her boyfriend’s top Spotify song of the year being his own, cringe or just a harmless quirk? Lastly, they get into some red flags: a married grown man sharing an Amazon account with his mom, and a boyfriend who still won’t show his apartment after four months of dating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on U Up?, Jared asks Jordana if when seeing an ex posting on social media can still hit harder than it should. They celebrate being named to Spotify’s Best Podcasts list, share Jared’s upcoming stand-up plans, and unpack his tradition of spending New Year’s alone. They dive into listener emails, including one about a gifting dilemma with someone who doesn’t celebrate the holidays, sparking a debate on what’s appropriate when you’re casually dating, in a segment sponsored by Uber Eats. Also, they unpack an icky or picky” email that asks whether nonstop talking and essay-length texts are a real ick or just part of modern dating? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared shares a hilarious story about being approached by Hannah Berner’s cousin, including a moment where he is told to look less “miserable” during a mid-Florida night out. They share fun family memories, and Jordana recalls Lindsay Lohan’s BETCHES cameo that was a highlight this year. They then get into listener questions and debate how old is too old to play video games and why it is frustrating when your partner hides their hobby. Next, they tackle an “icky or picky” scenario about a date who brought an overnight bag, which is thoughtful but a little presumptuous. J&J also weigh in on red flags versus dealbreakers, including staying friends with an ex, unsolicited critiques about your apartment, and being asked to pay for a date at the last minute. It is a fun episode you do not want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the wild world of celebrity relationships, where the hosts dish on the most shocking 'Jump Scare Couples' of 2025! Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's future is put under the microscope, while JoJo Siwa's age-gap romance with Chris Hughes raises eyebrows. Skepticism surrounds Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun's liaison, but optimism shines for Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau. Plus, the hosts tackle a listener's quirky question about dating profile pics. Get ready for a fun mix of love, laughter, and predictions!

The hosts kick things off discussing must-watch TV, landing on The Sopranos. They dive into a listener's dilemma about too many selfies from a guy and whether the ick is reversible. A juicy debate emerges over the ethics of contacting an ex's workplace after cheating. They tackle how to gently address fragrance sensitivity before dates. Finally, they weigh in on a bold Hinge match revealing a BDSM kink early on, questioning the balance of transparency versus timing!

The hosts dive into the whirlwind of post-Thanksgiving emotions and festive shopping habits. They compare their unique styles of Black Friday shopping and discuss the allure of luxury watches. A clever twist on white elephant gift exchanges sparks creativity, while they offer insights on navigating holiday gift-giving with family. In a heartfelt segment, they advise on whether to break up before or after the holidays, tackling the tricky dilemma with humor and honesty. Tune in for relatable holiday dilemmas and entertaining debates!