Esther Perel is back to join Jordana and Jared to talk about AI girlfriends, if using AI to write a love letter is dishonest, and the real reason we are choosing our phones over in-person connection. J&J and Esther talk about friendship breakups and whether going to therapy with your friend will help. Plus, we get Esther Perel’s take on chores in the home. D ... Show More
Oct 14
My Mother-in-Law Stalks My Husband’s Ex and Keeps Comparing Me to Her
This week, J&J learn that Hinge is banning screenshots, and they question whether this is good for dating or helps cheaters get away with it! They Jordana and Jared see a man who posted his divorce announcement with a thoughtful, brief FAQ and discuss whether all breakups should ... Show More
1h 28m
Oct 9
My BF Asked His Ex-Wife for Her Engagement Ring Back, What an ICK
Jared and Jordana are learning about Instagram’s new blur feature for “soft launching” couples in their new segment, Are U Up to Date? They then answer a listener’s email about asking for an engagement ring back after years of marriage and whether it’s petty or prudent. Lastly, t ... Show More
51m 53s
Oct 7
I Thought We Were in Love, But Then He Listed 20 Reasons to Break Up!
Jordana and Jared are reading through a listener’s breakup texts, and the list of reasons to end it is long! A cozy cabin weekend in the woods was not as romantic as she thought, with complaints about restaurant choices, what time to go to the farmers market, and feeling judged f ... Show More
1h 25m
Jul 2025
WHAT'S THE BIGGEST RED FLAG IN A RELATIONSHIP?
This week, we’re getting too real about boundaries, setting standards, dating timelines, unexpected icks, and whether you can recover once you’ve gotten them.Is the ick a dealbreaker or are we just scared of emotional intimacy? How long should you actually date someone before mar ... Show More
1h 11m
Jul 2024
2 Be Better Podcast - Red and Green flags. A conversation piece
In this episode we dive into the complexities of dating and relationships. We discuss red flags to watch out for on first dates, from negative attitudes to excessive phone use. Balancing the conversation, we also highlight green flags, such as respect and genuine interest. With h ... Show More
1h 20m