The JTrain Podcast

It’s Ticked Off Tuesday, and Jared is coming in hot from Huntsville, Alabama, with a full tank of complaint,s his and yours. He kicks things off with hotel small talk gone sideways and the lack of a universal “all-off” button to avoid stove-related anxiety spirals. Then it's listener gripe time: Delta’s absurd gift card policy, a human sprinkler in hot yoga, a guest who nukes the bathroom and disa...

It’s Mailbag Monday on the JTrain Podcast, and Jared is coming to you from Huntsville, Alabama, with two wildly different listener dilemmas! First, how do you win over a hard-to-impress mom when meeting the boyfriend’s family for the first time? (Hint: ditch the gag gifts and bring flowers) Then it’s on to a heated debate: just how big should a FroYo sample be before it ruins your appetite and you...

It’s a Pop Culture Thursday on the JTrain Podcast, and Jared kicks things off with Barbra Streisand’s “penetration” memoir moment (yep, you read that right). From there, he dives into the absurdities of reality TV, Lindsay Hubbard bringing her baby to the Summer House, and the hilariously overhyped “epic” birthday party for North West. Jason Isaacs spills Hollywood tea, Jason Segel gets engaged, a...

It’s Chit Chat Wednesday on The JTrain Podcast, and Jared welcomes back fan-favorite and fellow rant enthusiast Nathan Macintosh . The two comedians dive headfirst into a swirl of hilarious grievances, from subway etiquette and garbage man envy to the terrifying rise of AI and shrinking studio spaces at ESPN. Jared plugs Nathan’s stand-up special Down with Tech, and they unpack how some of its dir...

It’s Ticked Off Tuesday on and Jared is broadcasting from the “presidential suite” of a Pittsburgh boutique hotel, complete with two shower heads that can’t even hit him at the same time. He kicks off the episode with his complaint, then dives into listener gripes: from the Delta One Lounge failing to serve almond milk (the Beyoncé of alt-milks), to flavorless adult medicine that feels like swishi...

It’s Mailbag Monday, and Jared is answering two juicy listener emails with the honesty only a stranger can give. First up: a woman stuck in a “great on paper” relationship with a guy who’s already calling dibs in their mutual friend group, even though she’s just not feeling it. Jared breaks down how to end things gracefully and preserve your social standing. Then: a babysitter writes in after her...

It’s  Pop Culture Thursday  on The JTrain Podcast, and Jared is rifling through the latest page six drama, starting with Travis Kelce’s barely-visible tour book and how one unhinged Swiftie turned it into breaking news. Then, Jared unpacks the Billy Ray Cyrus family feud: his son Trace publicly calls him “evil” for skipping Mammy’s funeral (yes, Mammy), while Elizabeth Hurley posts naked...

It’s Chit Chat Wednesday on The JTrain Podcast, and Jared sits down with friend and professional organizer-to-the-stars, Summer Rose of Star Organizers . Fresh off helping Jared with his move to Delray Beach, Summer shares her secrets for stress-free moving, from coordinating junk removal to making clutter disappear like magic. They dive into emotional attachments to objects, why people hold onto...

It’s Ticked Off Tuesday on The JTrain Podcast - your weekly dose of righteous complaining with comedian Jared Freid. This episode tackles it all: pushy realtors trying to delegate apartment showings, hotels serving boxed wine at “happy hour,” partners who take out the wrong AirPod when you're talking to them, and the infuriating lack of clear bathroom stall signals. Jared mixes listener-submitted...

It’s Mailbag Monday, and Jared is coming to you live from sunny Delray, Florida - new city, same brutal honesty! This week, Jared unpacks a listener’s post-hookup heartbreak that has all the elements of a rom-com gone rogue: historic walking dates, roses from the guy’s own garden, and... a breakup text 24 hours later?! He dives deep into the confusing world of modern dating, why change (and Delray...

It’s Pop Culture Thursday, and Jared is coming to you hot from a Chelsea hotel room with a fresh roundup of unhinged headlines. From Sydney Sweeney’s bathwater-infused soap (yes, really) to Bethenny Frankel’s thong bikini drama and mysteriously supportive daughter, the stories are as wild as ever. Jared dives into listener-submitted gems, including Cardi B's yacht-side twerking with NFL bf Stefon...

It’s a very Freid episode of the JTrain Podcast - or should we say “Fried”? Jared welcomes hilarious comedian Nora Fried (no relation, just vibes) for a laugh-packed Chit Chat Wednesday! The two dive into NYC dating drama, dating apps that feel like startup cults, Sex and the City takes (and takes on And Just Like That ), love candles, pink bathroom wars, and what it means when your cat sabotages...

This week on Ticked Off Tuesday, Jared unloads on everything from Branzino overload to manipulative TikTok food reviews. He rants about why hotel alarm clocks should come with a reset button, questions the credibility of viral restaurant critiques, and defends the honor of the 10,000 steps goal even if it did start as a marketing stunt. A listener writes in about getting dragged into future in-law...

It’s Mailbag Monday on the JTrain Podcast, where Jared Freid answers listener emails with honesty, insight, and just enough humor to keep things moving! This week, Jared reflects on dating dynamics, what it means when someone might be on the spectrum, and how to have hard conversations in relationships. He also shares thoughts on self-diagnosis, boundary setting, and why comparison can quietly ero...

In this episode of the JTrain podcast, host Jared Fried dives into the latest pop culture headlines, discussing Kelly Ripa's candid comments about being an empty nester, a billionaire's unusual advocacy for ostriches, Spencer Pratt's defense of his wife Heidi Montag against online trolls, Diana Agron's accent controversy, Brad Pitt's remarks on his divorce from Angelina Jolie, Hugh Jackman's new r...

Jared chats with   Jaz Zepato s about millennial movies and pop punk culture! They explore the nostalgia surrounding classic films like The Terminator, discuss the impact of anxiety on comedians while on the road, and reflect on the evolution of scary movies. The conversation also delves into the challenges of engaging audiences in the streaming era and the connections between pop culture and...

Jared dives into a variety of complaints ranging from personal grievances to listener submissions. He discusses the nuances of friendship expectations, the insensitivity of targeted ads, and the fatigue surrounding celebrity stunts, particularly those of Tom Cruise! The conversation also touches on the emotional responses to sports victories, the simplicity of skincare routines, and the frustratio...

This week, Jared dives into your burning dating dilemmas and keeps it real with his signature humor and insight. Also! Happy Monday and Memorial Day! Summer’s officially here, so let’s kick it off right with some juicy Mailbag Monday questions. First up: A listener’s stuck in a long-term FWB situation with a piano-playing guy who’s mysteriously hesitant to perform. Is he shy? Is it nerves? Jared w...

It’s Pop Culture Thursday on the JTrain Podcast! Jared breaks down the week’s wildest celebrity stories with sharp wit and signature sarcasm. From Travis Kelce’s shirtless Miami moment and nickname “Big Yeti,” to Kourtney Kardashian’s take on school being “outdated,” Jared unpacks the headlines through the lens of body image, parenting pressure, and the chaos of online culture. Plus, we get into H...

It’s a hilarious and heartfelt Chit Chat Wednesday as Jared Freid sits down with comedian Eric Neumann , fresh off the release of his brand-new YouTube special, Almost Engaged . Together, they dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster of love, heartbreak, and the comedy that comes from it all. Eric opens up about his not-quite engagement and the real-life relationship that inspired the special, i...

This week’s Ticked Off Tuesday is full of high-stakes complaints from a breakfast wrap betrayal to a lighting company leaving someone lit up for all the wrong reasons. Jared reads your most frustrating TOTs and shares one of his own: a restaurant review disguised as a love letter to the perfect bite (and an ode to not boarding the SS Disgusting). A dieting betch gets charged full price despite rem...

In this Mailbag Monday, Jared tackles everything from missed Bumble matches to elliptical-based sexual tension! First up: a listener questions whether a snack-fetching coworker could be “the one” after a swipe-right gone nowhere. Jared offers a masterclass in modern flirting, complete with “comment bait” strategies and a PSA on not falling in love with potential! Next, we have a wedding invite mys...

It’s Pop Culture Thursday, and Jared is breaking down the wildest celebrity stories of the week. From the curious case of Bill Belichick and Jordan Hudson’s headline-making relationship to Justin Bieber’s absurd new phone case, Jared explores the weird, the dramatic, and the downright hilarious corners of fame. He also unpacks Jamie Lee Curtis’s honest take on plastic surgery, the extravagance of...

It’s Chit Chat Wednesday on the JTrain Podcast, and Jared is joined by the hilarious Zach Zimmerman, comedian, storyteller, and creator of the must-watch YouTube special Surprise Me . Zach opens up about growing up evangelical, coming out, and the evolving relationship with his family, all of which are explored in his deeply personal and laugh-out-loud stand-up special. Jared and Zach talk about t...

It's Ticked Off Tuesday on the JTrain Podcast with Jared Freid, and the complaints are rolling in! A listener is fed up with paying $5 for iced coffee filled with giant ice cubes and barely any coffee. An airline crew member is furious that KCM security perks are being taken away because a few coworkers couldn't leave their knives and 🌱 at home. And one listener shares her excitement over a job p...