It’s Pop Culture Thursday, and Jared is dishing a headline buffet straight from Page Six. He dives into the Taylor Swift multiverse — from her “announcement of an announcement” album drop to Marvel-movie-level Easter eggs that keep superfans in overdrive. Jared riffs on Swift’s internet tribalism, the romantic economics of dating her (hi, Travis Kelce), and even a snake-related bathroom demolition courtesy of Zoe Kravitz. Along the way, he skewers wild fan theories, Martha Stewart’s Real Housewives shade, and Leonardo DiCaprio’s so-called “mortified” pat-down. Add in Dua Lipa birthday buzz, a Vanity Fair shake-up, and one eyebrow-raising Kelly Clarkson ex subplot, and you’ve got an episode that’s equal parts gossip, comedy, and “did he just say that?”

On this Chit Chat Wednesday, Jared sits down with comedian Peter Revello for a hilarious and insightful conversation about growing up in Staten Island. Peter shares stories about the construction worker culture he was surrounded by, and how the Verrazzano Bridge changed everything for the borough. They talk about accents, stereotypes, and how Staten Island shaped their relationships, including how Peter met his wife at a Tottenville pizzeria! The conversation touches on marriage, moving to Florida, and the everyday realities of comic life. Plus, they wrap with a game of “Scummy or Yummy,” judging everyday behaviors and whether they’re lowbrow or lovable! Support the show and get 25% off your first Tommy John order at https://www.tommyjohn.com/FEATHER

It's time for another Ticked Off Tuesday, and the complaints are as strong as ever! One listener is furious after ordering the same air filter size, only to find the company quietly changed the dimensions. Another vent about a wellness spa using bizarre quotes from Joe Rogan and Yelp reviewers that have nothing to do with their services. A Barry’s Bootcamp fan is left frustrated after a canceled class with no real apology. And someone trapped next to a cologne-covered passenger on a flight is begging for scent-free zones. Support the show and get 50% off plus free shipping on your first Factor box. Use code JTRAIN50OFF at https://www.factormeals.com/JTRAIN50OFF

It’s another Mailbag Monday, and Jared is diving into three fresh dilemmas from the inbox! One listener is caught in family drama over a Wednesday wedding that clashes with a European vacation. Another wants to turn a friendly drink with a former coworker into something a little more flirty. And a Kansas City fan shares a mortifying nail salon story involving a chipped manicure, a rude technician, and a public accusation. Jared gives his take on navigating tricky invites, subtle signals, and awkward customer service encounters. If you’ve ever been unsure whether to RSVP, flirt, or pay twice, this episode is for you! Support the show and get 50% off plus free shipping on your first Factor box. Use code JTRAIN50OFF at https://www.factormeals.com/JTRAIN50OFF

It's Pop Culture Thursday! This week, Jared honors the 20 year anniversary of 40 Year Old Virgin with a clean wax at the European Wax Center, discusses the strange PR around a loss in Brad Pitt's family, takes you inside a heart-to-heart between Machine Gun Kelly and Taylor Swift, and re-imagines Titanic with Matthew McConaughey in the lead role. Whether you're here for laughs, gossip, or to hear Jared say exactly what you're thinking, this is the perfect show to get you through your week. Support the show and get 20% off your first Vuori purchase. Head to https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN

On this Chit Chat Wednesday, Jared is joined by comedian and Bachelor expert Kay Brown, aka Kay York City, for a hilarious catch-up that feels like no time has passed. They talk about red carpets, Getty Images pressure, and K’s experience attending movie premieres with celebs like Pedro Pascal and Jared Leto. The Bachelor in Paradise reboot gets a full breakdown, from sketchy production decisions to the unexpected charm of the Golden contestants. Jared and K also play a game of “Is This Paradise?” debating everything from influencer culture to secret-revealing challenges. Whether you watch the show or just love reality TV tea and great banter, this episode delivers! Support the show and get 20% off your first Vuori purchase. Head to https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN

This Ticked Off Tuesday features four fresh complaints that prove the little things can drive us nuts! But we start off with Jared's food complaint! One listener is fuming over a coworker who cuts into every dessert to sample them before anyone else gets a bite. Another is tired of golf coverage that feels more like a Rory McIlroy documentary than a major tournament. There’s frustration over constant interruptions during podcast me-time, and a red-eye flight disaster caused by a tray table that cannot handle its own airline cup. Jared gives each gripe the spotlight it deserves! Support our show by clicking below! Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co  Support the show and get $10 off your first month’s subscription to Nutrafol. Use promo code FEATHER at https://www.nutrafol.com

It’s a fresh Mailbag Monday, and Jared is tackling two all-too-relatable dilemmas. One listener feels completely overlooked at her brother-in-law’s wedding after wrangling kids and getting excluded from photos. Another is stuck in texting limbo with men who claim to want something serious but never follow through. Jared breaks down what’s really going on and helps listeners navigate mixed signals and family drama! Support our show by clicking below! Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co  Support the show and get $10 off your first month’s subscription to Nutrafol. Use promo code FEATHER at https://www.nutrafol.com

It's Pop Culture Thursday! Jared breaks down movie sequel news like My Best Friend’s Wedding, shares celebrity gossip from Gwyneth Paltrow to Justin Bieber, and offers a refreshingly honest look at his own comedy journey. Jared reflects on advice from Jamie Lee Curtis, Hulk Hogan’s complex legacy, and Pamela Anderson’s rumored romance with Liam Neeson?! With his signature humor, he also recaps Bachelor in Paradise and explores the drama of reality TV relationships. Whether you're here for laughs, gossip, or to hear Jared say what you're thinking, this is the perfect “brain on the shelf” show!

It’s Chit Chat Wednesday, and Jared is coming to you from Bloomington, Indiana, with comedian and friend Brendan Sagalow. They dive right in by roasting each other’s podcast names (is “SAG Daddy Da Pod” genius or insane?)😂 and debating the day Brendan will finally quit podcasting, Lennon-style, from a Disney resort. The two riff on the bizarre power of internet trolls, the thin line between influencer fame and hate-watching, and why Brendan’s special Thin Lips opens with a rap video that’s both hilarious and mildly threatening. They also get into the weird world of TikTok “positivity” creators, the saga of the cheating CEO on the kiss cam, and what it would take to redeem your public image after a viral scandal (hint: coach youth hockey and grow a beard). Of course, there’s a game of “Would You Rather?” involving ill-fitting underwear, bad dinners, and farting on planes. It’s equal parts comedy, chaos, and real talk about surviving online in 2025! Jared is on Tour! Check him out live! 👉 https://punchup.live/jaredfreid

Jared is here from Bloomington, Indiana, ready to co-sign your pettiest complaints and maybe even make them worse (in a good way). This week, he dives into the viral CEO cheating scandal at a Coldplay concert, because nothing screams New England drama like getting caught on the kiss cam. Jared rants about self-appointed TikTok “reporters” and the internet’s obsession with schadenfreude, while also sharing why this whole saga just makes him sad. Listener gripes include the absurdity of 45-minute train delays that never actually happen, doctors hogging all the close parking spots while nine-month-pregnant women waddle across the lot, and the nerve of people demanding free handmade crafts from a hobbyist. Plus, Jared settles a family debate about whether DMing a comedian is “weird” or just enthusiastic fandom. It’s a full lineup of complaints, laughs, and hot takes you didn’t know you needed. Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN

Mailbag Monday is here, and Jared is fresh from Bloomington, Indiana, ready to dive into your life dilemmas straight from his inbox! This week, he tackles a “petite” dating conundrum: should you keep seeing someone when the sparks (and kisses) just aren’t cutting it? Plus, Jared goes off on a tangent about words, body image, and why no man wants to be called “petite” (spoiler: it hits harder than you think). We also get into the weirdness of offering friendship right after a date, and Jared breaks down how to kindly say “thanks, but no thanks.” Later, a coffee shop drama brews when a listener gets banned from chatting with baristas during a soft opening. Was the owner out of line? Jared’s got thoughts, some strong opinions, and plenty of laughs in between. Sit back, sip your latte, and enjoy another no-filter ride on the JTrain! Support the show and get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN

It’s a Pop Culture Thursday and Jared’s coming to you straight from LA! He riffs on headlines from Page Six, including Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy, the viral “Coldplay affair,” and Sacha Baron Cohen’s Marvel-fueled body transformation. Plus, Jared shares behind-the-scenes stories from taping with Jay Shetty and Whitney Cummings, rants about Meghan Markle’s Netflix deal, and gives his thoughts on Gwyneth Paltrow’s lips. All that, plus a plug for Brea shows and his diary-style Patreon ep tomorrow! Support the show and get $20 off your first Vuori purchase at https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN

Comedian Courtney Michelle joins Jared on this episode of the JTrain Podcast to talk about her one-woman sketch show Whirlwind of Girlhood, a mix of comedy, music, and real-life dating stories. They dive into her journey from West Virginia to LA to Nashville, and how her viral friendship videos are inspired by her own experiences. Courtney opens up about shifting relationship goals, the pressure to live your best single life, and the politics of friendship tiers. She and Jared also bond over Delray, Florida, and play a hilarious round of “Friend or Foe.” This is a fun, honest convo about dating, identity, and finding your voice through comedy. Support the show and get $20 off your first Vuori purchase at https://www.vuori.com/JTRAIN

It’s a safe space to complain on this week’s Ticked Off Tuesday! Jared reads through your gripes, from waiting 30 minutes for a basic coffee thanks to a trainee takeover, to losing a window seat to an entitled airplane squatter. One listener shares the nightmare of failing an emissions test twice despite driving a plug-in hybrid, while another fumes over the lack of a thank-you wave in post–holiday traffic. Whether it’s car drama, travel rage, or coffee shop chaos, Jared’s here to validate your petty (but valid) frustrations! Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.herobread.co

It’s Mailbag Monday on the JTrain Podcast, and Jared is diving into three juicy listener dilemmas! One emailer grapples with lingering feelings for an ex-turned-best-friend she cut off for the sake of her engagement, is one final convo warranted, or is silence the closure? Another listener is sick of the judgment for being single at 30 and wants advice on how to shut down the nosey questions. And finally, a Bahamas getaway turns into Love Island chaos when one flirty vacation hookup goes cold, should she shoot her shot or leave it on read? Jared breaks it all down with his signature mix of empathy and laughs! Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.herobread.co

In this episode of the JTrain podcast, host Jared Fried dives into various pop culture stories, including Alison Brie and Dave Franco's toenail incident, Colin Jost's reaction to Scarlett Johansson's success, and Dax Shepard's celebration of Kristen Bell's Emmy nomination. The conversation also touches on Justin Bieber's marriage struggles, Barack and Michelle Obama's divorce rumors, and Joe Rogan's family vacation. Additionally, the episode explores the Kardashian family dynamics, Oprah's comments on Meghan Markle, and Pete Davidson's pregnancy news with Elsie Hewitt, culminating in a discussion about Rob Kardashian's struggles with fame and personal happiness. Support the show and get 25% off your first Tommy John order at https://www.tommyjohn.com/FEATHER

It’s a Chit Chat Wednesday on the JTrain Podcast, and hilarious comedian Alison Leiby joins Jared for a full-on food and summer vibes episode. They delve into their recent dining experiences, including critiques of short ribs, standout pasta dishes, and reviews of The Grove in Delray Beach and Café Spaghetti in Brooklyn. Jared and Alison debate whether short rib belongs on an airplane menu, and agree it's strictly a winter dish. They also discuss underrated dive bars, like the charmingly weird Sale Inn with a sailboat on the roof. The conversation shifts to BBQ season: what foods need replacing (goodbye, baked beans and potato salad), and what needs upgrading (hello, cabbage slaw and Ruffles). Plus, they rate the best surfaces to walk on barefoot, grass, sand, and shallow water all make the list. Sponsored by Tommy John, the duo also shouts out the importance of stretchy, breathable underwear for summer comfort. Support the show and get 25% off your first Tommy John order at https://www.tommyjohn.com/FEATHER

In this episode of the TICKED OFF TUESDAY, Jared reads through a fresh batch of hilarious and relatable listener complaints, from 4th of July traffic rage to the chaos of eight baristas being trained at once. Jared shares stories from his holiday weekend in Delray Beach and uses humor to unpack the mental toll of everyday annoyances. One listener vents about getting their window seat stolen on a flight by a smug stranger, while another details the absurd emissions "quest" they’ve been forced into with their plug-in hybrid BMW. There’s also a debate on basic courtesy, like whether a wave of thanks in gridlock is really too much to ask. Jared keeps things light, funny, and therapeutic, turning collective gripes into laughs and moments of clarity. If you've ever felt alone in your petty frustrations, this episode will remind you that you are not alone. Support the show and get 10% off your Hero Bread order. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.herobread.co

This week on the JTrain Podcast, Jared dives into the emotional chaos of evolving friendships and frustrating family dynamics. One listener feels stuck playing the “Single Entertainment” in her friend group, even though she’s now in a serious relationship and wonders if it’s time to stop laughing off the teasing. Another writes in about the mounting pressure from her in-laws, who expect her husband to cat-sit all summer despite their own busy life with a baby and dog. Jared offers his signature blend of humor and empathy while unpacking these dilemmas, spotlighting how communication and boundaries can ease resentment. He reminds listeners that relationships naturally shift, and it’s okay to assert your new reality even if it ruffles feathers. Whether it’s pushing back on guilt trips or finding clever ways to keep the peace, Jared has you covered. It’s a Mailbag Monday, so keep those emails coming! Support the show and get $10 off your first month’s subscription of Nutrafol, plus free shipping. Use promo code FEATHER at https://www.nutrafol.com