My Friend & My Ex Are Hooking Up!

U Up?58mApril 10, 2026

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In this episode of 'You Up?', hosts Jordana Abraham and Jared Freed dive into the drama surrounding Amanda Batula and West Wilson's sudden public confirmation of a hookup, dissecting the emotional fallout and the problematic 'we're figuring out our feelings' statement. They explore the pain of being in a 'situationship'—a relationship that feels real to one person but not the other—and critique West's mixed signals, especially holding hands and flirting after the breakup. The hosts argue that the statement only deepened the confusion and alienated both fans of Amanda and those who've been betrayed by friends. They also discuss two listener emails: one about being overwhelmed by a man's overly detailed first text, and another from a Seattle woman navigating the 'Seattle freeze' who tried to convince a man to stay by sharing her potential move. The hosts conclude that while honesty about future plans is valid, trying to control the outcome of a new relationship too early is counterproductive. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of personal clarity and letting connections unfold naturally.

Key Takeaways
1

A 'situationship' can be more painful than a clear breakup because it leaves emotional ambiguity and self-doubt.

2

Using a 'we' statement when you're not actually a couple only deepens confusion and invalidates individual feelings.

3

Holding hands or showing affection after a breakup is emotionally manipulative and shows a lack of respect.

4

Being honest about your future plans (like moving) is valid, but trying to convince someone to stay based on that is controlling.

5

First dates should be about connection, not life planning—let relationships develop organically.

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Chapters
0:00
8 min

Podcast Intro & Studio Update

Jordana and Jared welcome listeners to the Friday Feels episode, discuss their remote setup, show off Jordana’s new gallery wall, and tease Jared’s upcoming book tour and new book, 'Walking Red Flag'.

7:30
13 min

The Amanda & West Hookup Drama

It's like figuring out our feelings. Yeah, they're fucking. They're fucking. They're too hot people. That's it.

Highlight
20:00
15 min

Why the Situationship Hurts So Much

You can't validate it to yourself. So it feels almost worse in that way.

Highlight
35:00
10 min

Jared’s Parents Meeting & Gift Advice

You will blow them away with a gift for the niece. They'll be talking about it to everyone they know.

Highlight
45:00
13 min

Listener Email #1: The Overly Detailed Text

The hosts analyze a listener’s experience with a man who sent her a novel-length text about his day within minutes of getting her number. They debate whether she’s being picky or genuinely icked out.

High-Impact Quotes
This is the equivalent of catching the fish and then measuring it on the will she be casual and hook up with me for a while without commitment?
Jared Freed45:41
Viral: 88.0
It's like figuring out our feelings. Yeah, they're fucking. They're fucking. They're too hot people. That's it.
Jared Freed4:51
Viral: 85.0
I think she needs to figure out her life and what she wants to do with it and where she wants to be.
Jared Freed53:01
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Hosts

Jordana AbrahamJared Freed
Topics Discussed
situationships95%mixed signals90%emotional validation88%dating in seattle85%honesty in dating82%first date expectations80%gift giving75%texting etiquette70%
People & Brands

jared freed

person

20xPositive

jordana abraham

person

15xNeutral

amanda batula

person

12xMixed

west wilson

person

10xNegative

bread's bakery

brand

4xPositive

walking red flag

book

4xPositive

ciara

person

3xNeutral

seattle freeze

other

3xNeutral

citroën

brand

3xNeutral

andy cohen

person

2xNeutral

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