The Toast – "A Very Berry Wednesderry" (March 11, 2026)

Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry
Episode Theme:
A lively, sisterly rundown of the "Fast Five" pop culture stories you need to know, with spirited discussions about daylight savings, celebrity podcasts, reality TV, dubious gossip rumors, and brand new partnerships in the Spritz Society universe.

Main Theme & Episode Purpose

Jackie and Claudia kick off their Wednesday with a "berry" special announcement—the launch of Spritz Society’s first non-alcoholic drink, a blueberry hydration/electrolyte collab with Kiehl's. From there, the duo riff on the confusion of daylight savings, dissect the phenomenon of failed celebrity podcasts, review current pop culture news (including reality TV recaps and gossip corrections), and close with reflections on Vanity Fair covers, Broadway buzz, self-care, and celebrity relationships. The show delivers news, snark, and sibling banter for a breezy millennial morning.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Daylight Savings Complaints & Sisterhood Mornings

• (00:24–02:24)
  • Jackie and Claudia bemoan waking up to darkness due to daylight savings.
  • Unsure why daylight savings exists, they joke that nobody truly knows if it was “for the farmers” (01:03).
  • Despite complaints, they admit to loving the longer evenings:
    • "Through sisterhood, I'm reminded that I actually like this time of year because it stays light out longer." – Jackie (01:27)
  • Bedtime chaos in their households due to the sun's late setting.

2. Spritz Society x Kiehl’s Launch

• (02:22–05:15)
  • Major announcement: First non-alc, blueberry electrolyte drink in collab with Kiehl’s (02:22).
  • Gushing over Kiehl’s as the only good skincare company and praising the Ultra Facial Cream (03:30).
  • Ben is vlogging the launch event in New York, traveling in diva style—via helicopter.
  • Electrolyte habits discussed:
    • "If you start your day with electrolytes before your coffee, you are better than 98% of people." – Claudia quoting a viral reel (05:15)

3. Podcast Persistence & The “Failed Podcast” List

• (05:34–10:01)
  • Banter about being in the top 1% of podcasters simply by lasting more than three episodes.
    • "If you make it past your third episode, you're already doing better than 98% of failed podcasts." – Claudia (05:42)
  • Discuss "Confessions of a Female Founder," Ashley Graham, Jay Cutler, Ellen Pompeo, Emily Ratajkowski, Phineas, and more on their running list of celebrity podcast flops.
  • Phineas called out intensely:
    • "I don't know if there's anyone I hate more than Finneas...something deeply sinister and I want to say downright evil about him." – Claudia (07:16)

4. Summer House Recap & Reality TV Dynamics

• (10:12–12:43, 54:39–59:45)
  • Jackie: "It's not a good season..." – feeling the show is stuck, lacking a central story.
  • Claudia praises Amanda for her post-divorce dignity:
    • "It's actually really almost admirable how she refuses to join in on the joyous celebration that everyone is clowning on her ex husband." – Claudia (11:48)
  • Dynamic between Sierra and Wes is analyzed (55:28–56:36).
  • Kyle's financial decisions and support among friends becomes a subplot.

5. Dumois Rumor Corrections & Ethics of Gossip

• (17:52–26:07)
  • The fallout of Dumois mistaking Braxton Berrios' companion for ex Sophia Culpo.
  • Hot debate: Can Braxton have attractive platonic female friends?
  • Discuss what happens when gossip sites get it wrong—Dumois takes heat but usually tries to verify with photographic evidence (23:23).
  • Jackie reflects:
    • "In the last few months, she's engaged in more responsible reporting...building up a media outlet." – Jackie (23:02)
  • Recalls the Ariel Charnis incident—misreporting can have real repercussions (26:07).

6. Pop Culture Fast Five

• Home Renovations & The Kelseys (26:16–30:21)

  • Travis and Jason Kelce prank-call their mom about her "giant" home reno after TMZ tracks a permit—actually, she's just getting new windows because of condensation.

• Talk Show Hosting Rumors (31:27–34:53)

  • Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir rumored to replace Kelly Clarkson. Hosts are “very open” to the idea, noting, “It’s never been done before,” and pondering how a duo would fare in the talk show format (32:06).
  • "If they bring that energy, I'm very down." – Claudia (32:06)

• Biopic News – Bon Jovi (36:06–38:48)

  • Universal is developing a Bon Jovi film. Claudia quips:
    • "He gives just 'dad from New Jersey' vibes...so I don't know how interesting of a movie that is." (37:13)

• Dancing with the Stars on Broadway (43:11–44:43)

  • Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas to star together in Chicago; tickets are in high demand.

• Kylie Jenner’s Vanity Fair Cover (48:07–53:07)

  • Kylie’s dramatic transformation on cover.
  • Claudia:
    • "I can't be the only person who didn't know that was her. I thought it was the girl from Bridgerton, Season two." (48:22)

7. Health, Aging, Skin Care, and Self-Image

• Jackie shares a skincare/filler journey:
  • Decides against ever getting a facelift, but plans to increase sun protection:
    • "If I want to age gracefully without getting a facelift, I think I need to cut back on my sun. Less sun, more fraudulent tan." – Claudia (47:19)

8. Other Notable Pop Culture Moments

• "Do you remember our list of failed celebrity podcasts?" – Jackie (06:01)
• The dynamic of Traitors, Queer Eye drama, Magnolia Channel cross-branding.
• The phenomenon of creators as "the new Late Night" for press appearances.

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Segment | Description | Timestamps | |---------|-------------|------------| | Daylight Savings Confusion | Riffs on time, bedtime chaos | 00:24–02:24 | | Spritz x Kiehl’s Launch | Product talk, Ben’s adventure | 02:22–05:15 | | Podcast Longevity & Failed List | Statistics, celebrity flops | 05:34–12:00 | | Summer House Recap and Relationship Talk | Show critique, Amanda’s dignity | 10:12–12:43, 54:39–59:45 | | Dumois Rumor Error | The Braxton Berrios 'scandal' | 17:52–26:07 | | The Kelsey Mom Renovation | TMZ permit story, Queer Eye banter | 26:16–30:21 | | Tara & Johnny Rumored as Talk Hosts | Duo hosting debate, Chicks in the Office clip | 31:27–34:53 | | Biopic News: Bon Jovi | Vibes and casting speculation | 36:06–38:48 | | Broadway: Chicago Casting | Whitney & Mark Ballas excitement | 43:11–44:43 | | Kylie’s Vanity Fair Cover | Recognition confusion, acting aspirations | 48:07–53:07 | | Health/Aging Reflections | Sun, skin care, no facelifts | 45:44–47:46 |

Notable/Memorable Quotes

• "If you start your day with electrolytes before your coffee, you are better than 98% of people."
  – Claudia (05:15)

• "If you make it past your third episode, you're already doing better than 98% of failed podcasts."
  – Claudia (05:42)

• "I don't know if there's anyone I hate more than Finneas...something deeply sinister and I want to say downright evil about him."
  – Claudia (07:16)

• "It's actually really almost admirable how Amanda refuses to join in on the joyous celebration that everyone is clowning on her ex husband."
  – Claudia (11:48)

• "In the last few months, she's engaged in more responsible reporting...building up a media outlet."
  – Jackie (23:02) on Dumois

• "He gives just 'dad from New Jersey' vibes...so I don't know how interesting of a movie that is."
  – Claudia (37:13) on Jon Bon Jovi

• "If I want to age gracefully without getting a facelift, I think I need to cut back on my sun. Less sun, more fraudulent tan."
  – Claudia (47:19)

• "I can't be the only person who didn't know that was her. I thought it was the girl from Bridgerton, Season two."
  – Claudia (48:22) about Kylie Jenner's Vanity Fair cover

Tone & Style

Jackie and Claudia bring signature millennial humor, sarcasm, and candid sisterly warmth. They alternate between pop-centric snark, genuine reflection, and full-on roast; the tone is irreverent, relatable, and plugged-in.

For Listeners Who Missed the Episode

• You’ll be fully caught up on the latest Spritz/Kiehl’s launch, inside reality TV and pop culture gossip, the state of the celebrity podcast graveyard, and the shifting talk show landscape.
• Personal anecdotes and self-care strategies round out the dose of news.
• The show’s core: a swirl of internet-savvy takes, brand launches, TV reviews, and loving sibling roasting—one of the most energetic, conversational “morning shows” in podcasting.