Taylor Swift Obsessions, Ramen Hacks, & Food Finds with Juliet Litman - CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY - The JTrain Podcast w Jared Freid
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It's CHIT CHAT WEDNESDAY!! 🙌 In this lively episode of the JTrain podcast, Jared is joined by pop culture aficionado Juliet Litman to dissect the latest in reality TV. They dive deep into the Golden Bachelorette, sharing mixed reactions on the season's vibe shift and the dynamics (or lack thereof) of this year’s Fantasy Suites. Together, they critique the male friendships—or the conspicuous absence of them—and how the show shines an unexpected light on men in their 60s attempting social interactions. Jared and Juliet reflect on whether The Bachelor franchise might be losing its allure, reminiscing about the days when viewers rallied around memorable leads and watching hopeful contestants vie for their affections. They explore how adding a semi-famous lead could revitalize the show, even imagining Tom Brady as a hypothetical Bachelor, poking fun at his post-Giselle glow-down. They then switch gears to “Love Is Blind,” celebrating the real-time relationship drama and critiquing the latest season's editing choices, face-to-camera cuts, and how producers could improve. It's a pop culture feast for anyone craving an irreverent take on today’s biggest shows, complete with witty banter and bold hot takes. Jared and Juliet dive into the Taylor Swift phenomenon too. They chat about Taylor’s influence, her devoted fanbase, and the cultural impact of her recent moves. Juliet brings her pop culture expertise, making for a fun breakdown of why everyone seems to be in a “Taylor era” right now. Whether you're a Swiftie or just curious about the craze, this segment is a great pop culture detour in the episode! Juliet, co-host of Food News, shares her latest dining escapade, a coveted veggie miso ramen at Ippudo, which has her rethinking the veggie option and dishing out tips to skip the lines. Jared and Juliet bond over cozy meals, discuss how culture shapes their favorite dishes, and weigh in on NYC’s unique dining scene. Then, they dive into the quirks of food recommendations and Jared’s go-to Google Maps strategy for finding those must-try spots. Along the way, they explore Parisian food finds, unforgettable meal memories, and laugh at Jared’s “so for” catchphrase. Perfect for food lovers and anyone seeking new places to try, this episode promises to be a warm, flavor-packed listen! Want to get in on the ranting? Join the Patreon for early access, comment on Coffee with JTrain, or send an email to 👉[email protected] Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors! Hero Bread 👉 Support the show and get 10% off Hero Bread’s new recipe. Use code JTRAIN at https://www.hero.co Lumen 👉 Support the show and get 15% off your Lumen. Head to https://www.lumen.me/JTRAIN 🙋🏻‍♂️ 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 [email protected] – we'll tackle it all on air! It's a no-nonsense, fun journey where we escape reality for a bit, delivering quick laughs and razor-sharp insights into the wild world of life and love. Tune in every Monday. -- Jared Freid is a stand up comedian from Boston and who is currently based in New York City. Jared is known to give great dating advice and is all knowing of the Bachelor & Bachelorette nation! You can catch his latest comedy speci
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