In this episode of the JTrain Podcast, Jared Freid takes listeners through another edition of Pop Culture Thursday, filled with celebrity gossip and reflections on his own life! Jared also shares insights into the challenges of balancing new material with preparing for a taped special. He discusses how this process has made him a better comedian, as he continues to refine his performances for the stage. The struggle of creating new content while ensuring his existing material is ready for recording offers a glimpse into the complexities of stand-up comedy. A major highlight of the episode is Jared's deep dive into the world of celebrity couples, particularly the ongoing fascination with Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez . He explores why their rekindled romance captivates audiences and why people are so intrigued by their relationship. Jared also talks about the engraved message on J.Lo's ring, which has sparked even more interest in their love story. The episode then shifts to a discussion about privilege in the music industry, sparked by the news of two billionaire heirs, Jake Loeb and Henry Cornell Jr., performing at Montauk's Surf Lodge. Jared humorously critiques the notion of wealthy offspring pursuing artistic careers without acknowledging their privilege. He suggests that if you're born into immense wealth and choose to become an artist, you should at least have the self-awareness to own that identity—perhaps even naming the band something like "Nepo Babies." Jared dives deeper into the pressures and challenges of pursuing a creative career, especially when financial security isn’t a concern. He contrasts this with the reality most people face, where taking a shot at a dream involves significant risk and sacrifice. Jared also explores Henry Cornell Jr.'s music, sharing his thoughts on the production and autotune used in the tracks. He believes the young artist would benefit from a more stripped-down sound to showcase his real talent, rather than relying on heavy production. He imagines himself advising these young, privileged artists on how to present themselves more authentically to the public. The episode also touches on the topic of dating in the public eye, with a story about Hoda Kotb ending a brief romance with a mystery man who was dealing with a complicated personal situation. Jared appreciates Hoda's decision to prioritize simplicity and avoid getting entangled in drama. He admires her strong sense of self and speculates on what it must be like to date when you have a life as full and successful as hers. Ultimately, Jared emphasizes the importance of finding someone who adds to your life rather than complicating it. it's a fun episode! tell us what you want to hear on next week's pop culture thursday ep! Tell us your favorite part about todays episode and remember SUBSCRIBE, SHARE, COMMENT AND EMAIL US !! 👉👉[email protected] SUPPORT THE SHOW, SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!🙌 VIIA - Support the show & use code JTRAIN for 15% off your VIIA order at https://bit.ly/viiajtrain FACTOR - Support the show and get 50% off your 1 st Factor bow, plus 20% off your next month, use code JTRAIN50 at https://www.factormeals.com/JTRAIN50 🙋🏻‍♂️ Jared Freid Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jaredfreid Twitter - https://twitter.com/jtrain56 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@wizardofha Website - https://jaredfreid.com/ 🎙🚊Follow JTrain Podcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/jaredfreid Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jtrain 🙋‍♀️ Our Producer Venetia AKA V Website - https://www.venetiageras.com/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/venetiaageras Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ Hop on the "JTrain" with comedian Jared Freid and his crew of pals, including YOU! Join us for an hour of laughs, gripes, and straight talk on modern love. Send in your questions, dish on the latest trends, and more to jtrainpodcast@g