Best Jared Freid Podcasts (2025)

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Help! I cheated with my coworker! - MONDAY MAILBAG - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 36:12

20h ago36:12

36:12

This week's Mailbag Monday has it all! Workplace hookups, marriage drama, and unwanted attention at dinner parties. Jared dives into a spicy email from a listener who hooked up with a coworker on a business trip, oh, and they're both married with kids! What started as flirtation turned into a secret connection, but now she’s wondering if he’s in it…

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039. Yakov Smirnoff, Elle King, & Jared Freid| Restaurants 1:31:47

11d ago1:31:47

1:31:47

Yakov Smirnoff, Elle King, and Jared Freid go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a "Restaurants" themed episode of Story Warz! Who has never pooped at a restaurant besides Ruby Tuesday? Who flipped a chair during a fist fight at the fanciest restaurant in Amsterdam? Who drove a Rolls-Royce to get free dinner at Denny‘s on their b…

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Is It Chemistry or Friendship? Exploring New Relationships with Maren Morris 37:00

4d ago37:00

37:00

On this Friday Feels ep of U Up?, Jared and Jordana are joined by Grammy-winning artist Maren Morris for a candid, heartfelt, and hilarious conversation you don’t want to miss! With her new album Dreamsicle dropping today, May 9, Maren opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of writing music, including the tear-jerking song “Kiss the Sky” that h…

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040. John Crist, Robert Kelly, & Zac Amico | Chaos 1:55:31

4d ago1:55:31

1:55:31

John Crist, Robert Kelly, & Zac Amico go head-to-head with Big Jay Oakerson and Luis J. Gomez in a CHAOS themed episode of Story Warz! Who stole alcohol from their entire group of friends in high school? Who spent a month driving a car with no brakes? And who accidentally brought a date to a mosh pit? Find out all this and plenty more, only on this…

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Tom Brady Roast and How the Comedians Were like "You Think This is a Game?"- POP CULTURE THURSDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 37:34

5d ago37:34

37:34

This week’s Pop Culture Thursday is stacked from the red carpet to the roast stage! First up: Jared dives into Kylie Jenner’s viral Met Gala moment, where her stilettos left her screaming in pain. He riffs on the absurdity of Page Six headlines, the chaotic glamour of the Met, and the culture of clickbait that feeds it all. Then it's onto the roast…

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Can You Be Jobless AND Dateable? 1:19:59

6d ago1:19:59

1:19:59

In this episode of U Up?, J&J dive into a tricky dilemma: can a promising romance survive the jobless stage? Then, they react to a guy who sent an AI-generated glam shot of his date before they even met—icky or picky? It gets weirder when a listener gets a Google Form survey after a first date. Is “red flag” even a strong enough term? 🚩 They also u…

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Oversharing with Anthony DeVito - CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 49:12

6d ago49:12

49:12

We got Anthony DeVito on the podcast! He's taping a Comedy Special this Friday, May 9! Check it out! They explore the pressure comedians face to constantly create content in a world obsessed with social media clips. From open mic sets to $50 ticketed shows, they break down what audiences expect and what comics deliver. Jared and Anthony joke about …

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Pizza Menus, Directions, Checking Bags, & Coffee Trash Cans - TICKED OFF TUESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 37:10

7d ago37:10

37:10

It’s Ticked Off Tuesday, and Jared is fired up! First, he tackles his frustration: PIZZA! Jared complains that the specialty pizzas at Jimmy V’s in Raleigh are overly complicated, with too many aggressive or niche ingredients that make them hard to order solo. He wishes restaurants offered more balanced, gently creative options or solo-sized portio…

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My ex husband is dating someone 14 years younger than me! - MONDAY MAILBAG - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 47:50

8d ago47:50

47:50

This week on the JTrain Podcast, Jared helps three listeners facing big emotional crossroads. First, a newly single 37-year-old is reeling after learning her ex-husband is dating a 23-year-old Czech bombshell. She doesn’t want him back, but the jealousy is real, and the Instagram spiral is worse. Jared offers perspective on comparison, confidence, …

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Is My Honesty Driving People Away? 35:53

11d ago35:53

35:53

On this Friday Feels episode of U Up?, a listener shares a dating dilemma after learning her Hinge match has a blind, crossed eye only revealed after she asked him out. Was it honest transparency or low-key eye-fishing? Then, a Cute or Creepy case: a woman reads Harry Potter aloud to her boyfriend every night, sometimes in bed, sometimes with head …

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Bill Belichick's Girlfriend's Real Estate Portfolio & Hailey Bieber Copies Selena Gomez - POP CULTURE THURSDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 41:43

12d ago41:43

41:43

Jared dives into the latest pop culture drama! From Bill Belichick’s much-younger girlfriend quietly amassing a real estate empire to Hailey Bieber catching heat for allegedly copying Selena Gomez (again)👀 Jared unpacks the financial power plays behind celebrity relationships, questions the narrative around Kim Kardashian’s son testing the influenc…

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Clean Comics Who Crush: Steven Rogers - CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 36:52

13d ago36:52

36:52

It’s Chit Chat Wednesday on the JTrain Podcast, and Jared is joined by comedian Steven Rogers, whose new special Half of We is out now and packed with sharp, heartfelt jokes, especially a standout bit at the end that Jared calls a classic. They talk about the world of clean comedy, including Steven’s experience opening for Brian Regan, how audience…

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Can I Be In Love Without Being In Lust? 1:17:12

13d ago1:17:12

1:17:12

This week on U Up?, a listener asks whether a relationship can survive without sexual chemistry when her otherwise perfect boyfriend just isn’t into sex. Jared and Jordana also debate a Red Flag or Deal Breaker: is it a turnoff if your boyfriend uses prepaid Visa gift cards to buy an engagement ring? Plus, a cringeworthy dating moment when a Bumble…

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Getting Off The Plane and Kids At An Adult Easter Egg Hunt - TICKED OFF TUESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 40:42

14d ago40:42

40:42

Uncle JTrain is back with your funniest, most relatable rants! First up: Jared sounds off on the awkward new open-door body scanners at LaGuardia Airport Why are they making us stand like we’re auditioning for a weird dance troupe?! Then, a listener writes in furious over the broken self-checkout system at stores. Why are we still waiting for someo…

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Will I Ruin Things If I Have S*x On A Second Date? - MONDAY MAILBAG - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 32:57

15d ago32:57

32:57

On this episode of the JTrain Podcast, Jared Fried brings his signature mix of humor and honesty to a fresh batch of listener emails!! First up, a woman caught in a tricky post-divorce situation seeks advice after her best friend’s ex-husband reaches out with a seemingly harmless text. Should she have responded at all? Then, Jared weighs in on the …

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I Stole My Exes Baby Name, AITA? 45:36

18d ago45:36

45:36

On this Friday’s episode of U Up?, Jared and Jordana dive into the drama surrounding Kaitlyn Bristowe and her ex-fiancé Jason Tartick! Specifically, the internet debate over Jason naming his new dog “Teddy,” the baby name Kaitlyn had saved for years. Was it shady, intentional, or just a dog name? Then, they read a listener email from a woman who fe…

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038. Tim Dillon, Dan Soder, & Chris Distefano | Failure 1:19:35

18d ago1:19:35

1:19:35

Comedians Tim Dillon, Dan Soder, & Chris Distefano go head-to-head against Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez in a FAILURE themed episode of STORY WARZ, everyone's favorite game of storytelling and deception! Who lost the election to become class treasurer in fifth grade? Who accidentally tickled a stranger in public in a case of mistaken identity? A…

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BULLISH BEARISH 30:04

18d ago30:04

30:04

Laura and Matthew dive into the chaos of touring, the curse of being “cringe,” and whether cats or dogs are smarter. Laura gets real about planning her wedding, while Matthew spirals into economic theories involving Playmate waistlines. Plus: White Lotus Gaza

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JoJo Siwa's Sexuality, Ashley Tisdale's Age, & Walton Goggins Wears A Speedo - POP CULTURE THURSDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 45:17

19d ago45:17

45:17

On this Pop Culture Thursday, Jared dives into this week’s juiciest celebrity gossip and trending news stories! From JoJo Siwa’s candid comments on her evolving sexuality to Penn Badgley's honest reflections on dating Blake Lively during Gossip Girl, no headline is off limits. Jared weighs in on Dave Portnoy's new relationship reveal, the internet'…

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He Hardly Says 'I Love You'... Should I Be Worried? 1:14:22

20d ago1:14:22

1:14:22

In this episode of U Up?, Jared and Jordana dive into the emotional complexities of how often we say “I love you” in relationships and how to handle jealousy when a friend’s situationship turns into a full-blown romance. They respond to a listener who feels insecure about not hearing "I love you" enough from her boyfriend, despite a strong connecti…

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A Master’s in Jokes with Devon Walker - CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 39:28

20d ago39:28

39:28

Jared is joined by Saturday Night Live cast member and stand-up comedian Devon Walker for their first-ever sit-down, and it’s instant chemistry. The two dive deep into what it’s like performing stand-up on the college comedy circuit, share hilarious stories from their campus gigs, and unpack why college audiences can be both the easiest and trickie…

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My Fiance's Friend Sucks And He's In Our Wedding - TICKED OFF TUESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 48:23

21d ago48:23

48:23

It's another Ticked Off Tuesday on the JTrain Podcast, and Jared is here to gripe right alongside you. This week, he dives headfirst into a full platter of pet peeves from the infuriatingly vague Hinge prompt responses that say nothing, to the sad state of non-alcoholic drink options when you’re out and about in NYC. Ever had a Diet Coke from the b…

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My Crush Liked My Best Friend On Hinge! Help! - MONDAY MAILBAG - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 41:09

22d ago41:09

41:09

This week on the JTrain Podcast, Jared serves up hot takes and heartfelt advice to help you navigate the wild world of dating and stadium seating. First, a listener is spiraling after their friend matched with their longtime neighbor crush on Hinge… Is it still worth shooting your shot when your confidence takes a hit? Then, a thoughtful 28-year-ol…

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Jay Shetty Pep Talks the Group Chat 57:34

25d ago57:34

57:34

Jay Shetty is back in the U Up? studio to catch up on his world tour and his new and unexpected love of pickleball. Jared and Jordana ask him some of your most burning listener questions, from navigating dating and emotional maturity to understanding what it truly means to “choose yourself.” Jay opens up about how people tend to respond to breakups…

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037. Tony Hinchcliffe, Kim Congdon, & Ari Matti | Lies 1:53:49

25d ago1:53:49

1:53:49

Comedians Tony Hinchcliffe, Kim Congdon, and Ari Matti face off against Big Jay Oakerson and Luis J. Gomez in a lie-packed episode of Story Warz! Who used charity money to buy concert tickets? Who faked a summer camp romance complete with photo evidence? And who got duped by two family members pretending to have cancer? Tune in to find out all this…

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Kacey Musgraves Is Horney and Liv And Mia Tyler's Sister Discovery - POP CULTURE THURSDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 40:42

26d ago40:42

40:42

Pop Culture Thursday! This week Jared dives into the clickiest headlines from Kacey Musgraves’ horniness going viral to a wild family revelation involving Steven Tyler, a rock concert hookup, and a paternity surprise years in the making. Yep, Liv and Mia might have a new sister, and Jared’s got thoughts. He breaks down the timing, the fallout, and …

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How Do I Tell My BF He Has Bad Breath? 1:07:37

27d ago1:07:37

1:07:37

This week on U Up?, Jared and Jordana tackle listener emails covering everything from dog discipline to dating app strategy and even bad breath. A Confused Dog Mom asks if hitting a misbehaving pit bull is a red flag or deal breaker, while a self-described “catch” wonders if downplaying his profile might actually attract real love. Another listener…

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Coachella Clients & Cosmic Signs with Ally Lewber - CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 35:53

27d ago35:53

35:53

It’s a Chit Chat Wednesday, and Jared is joined by Ally Lewber! She is a spiritual astrologer, model, entertainment industry pro, and host of the upcoming podcast Starstruck. You might also recognize her from Vanderpump Rules, where she shares her life and relationship with James Kennedy, but today she’s here to talk about something even more mysti…

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Restaurant Charcuterie and Tap To Pay - TICKED OFF TUESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 28:48

28d ago28:48

28:48

It’s a Ticked Off Tuesday! First up, a listener calls for standardized coffee cup sizes across all cafes. Is it a medium or a small? Why does a “large” at one place feel like a “small” at another? Jared weighs in on the daily chaos of caffeine inconsistency. Then, we head to the slopes of Mont Tremblant, where the only thing colder than the weather…

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I'm hooking up with my ex! Help! - MONDAY MAILBAG - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 30:28

29d ago30:28

30:28

It’s a Mailbag Monday and Jared’s here to help two listeners navigate their romantic gray areas! First, a listener is stuck in a limbo with her ex, who she’s been reconnecting with after their breakup in October 2023. Although they’ve been texting consistently and even got physical a few times, she still doesn’t know where they stand. Jared dives i…

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Can You Date Outside Your Socioeconomic Status? ft. Dr. Jaimie Glick 36:02

1M ago36:02

36:02

On today’s Friday Feels episode of U Up?, Jared and Jordana are joined by special guest Dr. Jaimie Glick, who shares the jaw-dropping story of her recent relationship that unraveled in the most modern, maddening way. Not because of lack of chemistry, but because she was too successful! Dr. Jaimie takes us from the spark of a rom-com-worthy meet-cut…

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036. Keith Robinson, Rachel Feinstein, & Dru Montana | Anger 2:02:11

1M ago2:02:11

2:02:11

Comedians Keith Robinson, Rachel Feinstein, & Dru Montana join Big Jay Oakerson & Luis J. Gomez for an ANGER themed episode of Story Warz! Who cried over a sandwich that was dropped into the train tracks? Who was arrested for yelling obscenities at someone from a car window? And who broke their hand punching a tree with all their might? Find out al…

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White Lotus Feud, Obama Divorce Rumors, and Charlie Sheen's Daughters Car - POP CULTURE THURSDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 32:57

1M ago32:57

32:57

In this juicy episode of the JTrain Podcast, Jared dives deep into the latest internet-fueled drama surrounding White Lotus co-stars Walton Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood. Are they feuding or are fans just reading too much into an Instagram unfollow? Jared breaks down everything from behind-the-scenes tributes to eagle-eyed netizens (ugh) and why an un…

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Jeremy Jacobowitz: Has Foodie TikTok Gone Too Far?! - CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 35:33

1M ago35:33

35:33

This week on the JTrain Podcast, it's a delicious Chit Chat Wednesday with returning guest and food content connoisseur Jeremy Jacobowitz! Jared and Jeremy dive fork-first into the state of TikTok food culture — the viral bakery hype, the FOMO-fueled lines, and how social media has changed the way we experience our favorite spots. From the best sli…

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How To Ask Your Friends To Set You Up 1:04:49

1M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

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 abo…

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The Good, Bad And The Hilarious: Season 28 Superlatives 45:13

1M ago45:13

45:13

In this special season finale of The Betchelor podcast, hosts Kay and Jared break down the biggest moments, highs, and lows of The Bachelor Season 28. After a catch up where Jared talks about his roots in comedy, they head to the News Desk to discuss the ongoing beef between Tyler Cameron and Grant, Gabby Windy’s positive experience during her seas…

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Dog Walkers and Wedding Dress Codes - TICKED OFF TUESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 27:10

1M ago27:10

27:10

This week on the JTrain Podcast, Jared comes to you from Rochester, NY with a fresh batch of annoyances for Ticked Off Tuesday! He kicks things off with a personal gripe about asking hotel front desks for food recommendations and getting “cheap and a lot” instead of “good and worth it.” Why is Subway the go-to sandwich rec in every town?! Then, Jar…

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How do I uninvite my girlfriend to a wedding? - MONDAY MAILBAG - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid 32:48

1M ago32:48

32:48

Jared is in Rochester, NY, taping ahead of time before heading to Nashville to work out new material at Zanies' new "Lab" room, and he's bringing the energy. This week’s Mailbag Monday dives into a wedding plus-one predicament that turns into a full-blown dissection of lazy logistics, relationship signals, and the male brain’s cheapskate tendencies…

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Peloton, Playbills & Petty Moves with Cody Rigsby & Andrew Chappelle 36:29

1M ago36:29

36:29

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! …

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