

U Up?
Betches Media
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.comWatch U Up? on YouTube: http://youtube.com/betches
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Mar 23, 2022 • 1h 15min
The Only Dating Rules That Matter Are Your Own
On this week’s episode, Jared and Jordana start out with a discussion about Jordana’s honeymoon plans and their favorite jingles. The first emailer wants to know what the “bare minimum” actually is, and J&J craft an elaborate metaphor comparing dating to apartment hunting. The Awkward Sexual Encounter is a stinker. Later, an emailer asks how she should handle her boyfriend delaying the engagement ring shopping appointment. Is it still romantic if she has to bug him about it? Jared and Jordana finish the episode with a round of Red Flag or Deal Breaker about hairstyles, Apple Watch interfaces, and packing for vacation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 2022 • 33min
Temporary Relationships: Every Man’s Dream?
J&J are back with another Sunday Special, and this week they’re talking about how to date seriously when you travel for work. The emailer submitted screenshots with a guy she was seeing while living in his city for 13 weeks, and it’s pretty clear he’s not interested in extending her stay. How should she bring up her work situation to avoid guys who only see her as a short term hook up? Plus, Jared shares his experiences dating when traveling all the time. Finally, they play a round of J&J’s Final Say about name mix ups and the future of dating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 16, 2022 • 1h 18min
Is Instagram The Ultimate Relationship Test?
Jared and Jordana start this week’s episode with a story about how Jared accidentally ended up on a 2-on-1 date. The first emailer asks if she should break up with her boyfriend or Instagram after a fight over him not posting her to his account. Would his response have been better if she expressed her concerns differently? The Awkward Sexual Encounter is a goose-fueled romcom. Later, a hotline caller asks why women always want to change men. Is he going to have to give up his video games no matter what? J&J finish the episode with a round of Red Flag or Deal Breaker about couples trips, Hinge locations, and credit card roulette. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 13, 2022 • 46min
Is Sliding Into The DMs Less Creepy When Women Do It? Ft. Taylor Tomlinson
On this week’s Sunday Special, Jared and Jordana are joined by comedian Taylor Tomlinson to solve dating and chat about her new Netflix special. They start out with a discussion about Taylor’s dating life, mental health journeys, and hate mail. Later, they answer a listener's email about men’s lack of planning skills. Can he really not make a plan or does he just not want to? Plus they discuss whether or not “if he wanted to, he would” is an empowering point of view. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 9, 2022 • 1h 23min
Is Going On Dates The Same As Dating? Ft. Sebastian Stan & Daisy Edgar-Jones
On this week’s episode, Jared and Jordana start out with a recap of Jordana’s friend’s wedding and a discussion about how men and women look at life stages differently. The first emailer asks if she’s wrong to be turned off by her matches asking for a FaceTime or phone call before the first date. Is this the new normal? The Awkward Sexual Encounter involves some unwanted help from the caller’s mom. Later, a listener asks how to go from first dates to dating. Can you really progress a relationship when you’re only seeing each other once a week? Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones join J&J to chat about their new movie “Fresh” and play a round of Red Flag or Deal Breaker about burner phones and food sharing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 6, 2022 • 32min
Is Timing a BS Excuse?
On this week’s Sunday Special, J&J are breaking down the texts between a listener and a guy she went on a date with while visiting a friend in the city where she plans to move. After a couple weeks of non-stop texting, he sent a text saying he didn’t want to keep talking until she moved. Is it really about timing or was he just not feeling it? They finish the episode with a round of J&J’s Final Say about serial killer jokes and texting chemistry.Send your questions and messages to the podcast by calling: (212) 589-8903 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 2, 2022 • 1h 21min
Closing The Sexting Gap
Jared and Jordana are back with another episode, and this week they start out with a discussion about Jared’s birthday reflections and why he doesn’t want to “do drinks” anymore. The first emailer asks how she should tell her boyfriend about her nose job. Will it impact how he sees her? Next, J&J are closing the sexting gap with some help from the sext-y nurse from our February 16th episode. Later, a guy writes in asking how to stop feeling threatened by his girlfriend’s exes. They finish the episode with a round of Red Flag or Deal Breaker about cold sores, the “talking” stage, and going to hell.Send your questions and messages to the podcast by calling: (212) 589-8903 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 27, 2022 • 33min
Is The Instagram Follow A Big Deal In Dating?
Jared and Jordana are back with another Deal Reveal on this week’s Sunday Special. The emailer writes in about a guy she almost overlooked on the apps because of his “weird” profile, but she was pleasantly surprised by how much she liked him. After their 5th date she suggested he follow her on Instagram since she would be leaving town, but he declined. Is this a red flag? Is he self-conscious about his own profile? Plus, they discuss how she should address it. They finish the episode with a Breakup Breakdown featuring the voicemail story of a listener who was dumped via the Golf Channel.Send your questions and messages to the podcast by calling: (212) 589-8903 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 23, 2022 • 1h 37min
How Do I Stop Being A “Cool Girl”?
On this week’s episode, Jared and Jordana start out by discussing Jared’s plan for the worst day of the year (AKA his birthday) and his recent foray into van life. Then they discuss the Netflix documentary “The Tinder Swindler” about a man who fooled his Tinder dates into giving him thousands of dollars and what these extreme circumstances can teach the average dater. The Awkward Sexual Encounter involves a nosey little brother. Later, a listener asks how to stop being a “cool girl.” They finish the episode with a round of Red Flag or Deal Breaker (including our very first voicemail submission!) about guys trips, sports superstitions, and living without wifi.Send your questions and messages to the podcast by calling: (212) 589-8903 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 20, 2022 • 33min
Does Acting “Coupley” Actually Mean Anything?
Jared and Jordana are back with another Fuckboy or Nah? on this week’s Sunday Special. The emailer writes in about a guy she met before the holidays. He acted very “coupley,” but a few weeks later, he bailed on their plans and her friend saw him on a date with another woman. Jared and Jordana weigh in on which of his actions actually mean something and give her advice on how to deal with the “we should” kind of guy. Finally, they play a round of J&J’s Final Say about how much you owe someone after a first date and sweaty sex. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


