The Toast
Episode: All Talk No Action
Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry
Date: Friday, October 17, 2025
Podcast Network: Dear Media
Episode Overview
In this lively Friday episode of The Toast, Jackie and Claudia Oshry catch up on their week with candid, humorous banter covering major pop culture happenings, personal updates, and their signature “Queenie & Weenie” awards. The sisters dive into everything from Love is Blind drama and streaming service woes to social media trends, TV casting announcements, and a playful brainstorm about Instagram bios. The show’s tone is irreverent and self-aware, blending pop culture gossip with relatable slices of life and sisterly teasing.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
Jackie’s Secret Milestone and Vlogging
- Claudia teases a “major milestone” in Jackie’s life, but Jackie withholds details, promising to share in her vlog for Patreon subscribers.
"This is why I can't tell you anything. One day... I'm sort of vlogging. I'm vlogging in this moment." – Jackie [00:50]
Podcasting with Family and Spouses
- They reflect on the challenges and quirks of podcasting both as sisters and as spouses, referencing recording with their husbands and other podcast couples.
“People don't understand the plight of having to podcast with your spouse and then also, like, be married to them afterwards. It is not for the faint of heart.” – Claudia [01:42]
LA vs. NY Living & Wellness Vibes
- Claudia discusses feeling disconnected in LA, especially as her husband Ben embraces the wellness culture, which leaves her “being a hater,” while Jackie expresses impatience for her return to New York.
“Ben is enjoying it so much, which is making me hate it.” – Claudia [03:44] "I'm ready for you to... come home. Like, get out." – Jackie [05:03]
Streaming Frustrations – Netflix Account Changes
- Both hosts vent about Netflix’s household restrictions disrupting their reality TV recaps.
“Netflix household. Whoever invented that? Like, jail.” – Claudia [10:24] “I'm one more log out away from boycotting Netflix.” – Claudia [10:51]
Fast Five Stories Breakdown
1. Sophia Richie Grainge’s Pregnancy Announcement [23:12]
- Sophia Richie reveals she’s expecting her second child via a subtle, almost cryptic Instagram post, leading to confusion and admiration.
“It was so low key. It's like, like I'm pretty sure this is a pregnancy announcement because what else could it be, right?” – Jackie [24:00] “It's endlessly inspiring... She gained 70 pounds during her first pregnancy and the fact that like she lost it and got pregnant again. Like, I can do it too.” – Claudia [24:09]
2. Euphoria Season 3 Casting [26:14]
- Major casting reveals for Euphoria Season 3, including Trisha Paytas and Natasha Lyonne as notable guest stars, alongside returning leads. Both hosts express fatigue about the show’s long hiatus but acknowledge they’ll watch.
“I've never needed another season of a show less. Like, the way I do not care.” – Claudia [28:04] “If this wasn't my job, I might not watch. But you do it for your craft.” – Claudia [28:42]
3. Yellowstone Spin-Off: The Dutton Ranch [31:04]
- Yellowstone’s Beth and Rip receive their own spin-off with an established cast and storyline. While excited, the hosts express skepticism that any Yellowstone-related spin-off will actually air after years of rumored projects.
“Beth and Rip were the best part of Yellowstone...I am excited.” – Jackie [33:53] "I'll believe it when I see it." – Claudia [34:35]
4. Kylie Kelsey’s Instagram Bio Taylor Swift-Inspired Easter Egg [36:07]
- The hosts dissect Kylie Kelsey’s new Instagram bio, a cheeky nod to her husband and Taylor Swift lyrics, and muse about the broader trend of creative bios.
“This is a very good way of, like, engaging with the Taylor lore, but in a way that's, like, just focused on, like, her and Jason.” – Claudia [37:13]
5. Instagram ‘Rings’ Awards [49:02]
- Instagram launches its own awards, the “Rings,” with big-name judges but largely unfamiliar winners except for a few creators. Claudia questions the reasoning and criteria for recipients.
“It's annoying because, like, they're giving the awards to people who, like, have their own awards." – Claudia [53:17] “I just follow, like, swirly content. Cooking content.” – Jackie [52:45]
Additional Pop Culture Topics
- Love is Blind Recap: Jackie is caught up, Claudia is locked out of Netflix; together they dissect Sparkle and Jordan’s issues due to lifestyle differences, guessing whether a wedding will even happen this season. [12:00–14:09]
- Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: Jackie praises pregnant model Jasmine Tookes for opening the show, but both agree the new show lacks impact, dubbing it “a bit of a weenie affair.” [56:16–58:53]
- Dancing With the Stars/Wicked Night: The hosts review song-pairings, noting fairness issues and predicting who might break out next. [40:22–44:14]
- Personal Productivity & Fashion Splurges: Stories about $90 Beverly Hills blowouts and business expenses spark a conversation about post-motherhood spending habits.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Podcasting with Spouses:
“Literally. People don't understand the plight of having to podcast with your spouse and then also, like, be married to them afterwards. It is not for the faint of heart.” – Claudia [01:42] -
On LA Wellness Culture:
“The toxicity of, like, the aura out here is, like, very wellness focused... It's just in the air.” – Claudia [04:30] -
Netflix Frustration:
“Netflix household. Whoever invented that? Like, jail.” – Claudia [10:24] -
On Euphoria’s Delays:
“I've never needed another season of a show less.” – Claudia [28:04] -
On Instagram Awards:
“It's annoying because, like, they're giving the awards to people who, like, have their own awards...” – Claudia [53:17] -
Bio Brainstorming:
“Can somebody write me a good Instagram bio? Like, I really don't know.” – Claudia [38:31]
“Click's gonna click!” – Jackie (suggesting a bio for Claudia) [48:07]
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Jackie’s milestone, vlogging & podcasting with spouses: [00:35–02:15]
- LA vs. NY and Ben’s wellness journey: [03:34–05:26]
- Streaming woes & Netflix household policies: [09:00–11:00]
- Love is Blind recap & Netflix frustration: [12:09–14:09]
- Sophia Richie’s pregnancy announcement: [23:12–25:16]
- Euphoria season 3 casting news: [26:14–30:35]
- Yellowstone Beth and Rip spinoff: [31:04–34:35]
- Instagram bio conversation: [36:07–39:00]
- Instagram ‘Rings’ awards discussion: [49:02–54:17]
- Queenie & Weenie of the Week: [56:02–59:10]
Queenie and Weenie of the Week [56:02]
- Queenie: Jasmine Tookes for opening the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show at nine months pregnant.
“Doing it nine months pregnant. I'm sorry, it just... It takes the cake. Queen.” – Claudia [56:25]
- Weenie: The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show itself, for a lackluster impact despite moments of progress.
“For so many years, they were the queenies, and it was... a bit weenie.” – Jackie [58:48]
Overall:
A quintessential Toast episode overflowing with sisterly chemistry, hot takes, and pop culture chatter. Even those unfamiliar with every deep-cut reference will appreciate the comedic timing, casual depth, and the feeling that you’re catching up with hilarious, in-the-know friends.
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