Podcast Summary: The Toast – Female Founder Friday | March 14th, 2025

Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry
Release Date: March 14, 2025
Episode Title: Female Founder Friday

1. Morning Updates and Personal Stories (00:05 - 10:17)

Touch a Truck Event:
Claudia shares her experience attending a "Touch a Truck" event, a children's party where kids can interact with various trucks.

Claudia (00:40): "I literally ran off of a fire truck to come record the show because we're at a pool room party this morning... the trucks were touched."

Southern Charm Discussions:
The hosts discuss their reluctance to recap the latest episodes of "Southern Charm." Claudia mentions drama surrounding Leva’s restaurant, Zachary's Daiquiris, which has faced backlash over accusations of elitism and racism for enforcing a dress code.

Claudia (04:03): "Her restaurant has its own show... being accused of, like, elitism, I think maybe a little bit of racism as well."

Personal Anecdote – Baby Kicks:
Jackie shares a heartfelt story about experiencing anxiety over her baby’s movements, leading her to nearly visit the emergency room.

Jackie (07:43): "I almost took myself to the emergency room. Like, that's how, like, I was, like, really convincing myself something was wrong."

2. Skipping Advertisements (10:17 - 14:21)

Note: This segment includes advertisements for Smart Mouth and Alara Health, which are omitted from the summary per user instructions.

3. Meghan Markle's New Podcast: "Confessions of a Female Founder" (14:21 - 25:21)

Launch and Concept Critique:
Jackie and Claudia delve into Meghan Markle’s latest venture—a podcast titled "Confessions of a Female Founder" produced by Lemonada Media. The hosts express disappointment with the podcast's name and concept, finding it clichéd and lacking originality.

Jackie (19:13): "She's launching Confessions of a Female Founder... It is a tired trope."

Potential Guests and Expectations:
They speculate on potential high-profile female entrepreneurs who could add value to the podcast, such as Sarah Blakely or Bethenny Frankel, contrasting these with their belief that the actual guest list may lack substance.

Claudia (20:43): "I feel like Sarah Blakely could be the first guest on the show. She's like promoting those sneaks."

Overall Sentiment:
The hosts lament that Meghan Markle's podcast might not meet expectations, fearing it will focus excessively on promoting Meghan rather than delivering insightful conversations with female founders.

Jackie (23:03): "It just doesn't give me a lot of hope that this will be really substantial when it comes to getting to know Megan."

4. Wendy Williams' Candid Interview on The View (34:15 - 36:02)

Interview Insights:
Claudia reports on Wendy Williams' exclusive, pre-taped interview with "The View," where Williams discusses her conservatorship and mental health.

Claudia (34:07): "Wendy Williams wants her guardian to get off her neck. ... she got candid about her current conservatorship."

Hosts’ Perspectives:
Jackie and Claudia express skepticism about the authenticity and depth of the interview, comparing it unfavorably to Britney Spears' experiences.

Jackie (35:09): "Honestly, I think the sheer fact that she sat for an interview speaks to her mental capacity."

5. "Verity" Movie Updates (36:44 - 41:20)

Film Production:
The hosts discuss the filming of "Verity," starring Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett, highlighting leaked stills and their implications for fans of Colleen Hoover’s novel.

Claudia (37:20): "For any of you who didn't read Verity... this is the opening scene of the book."

Expectations and Spoilers:
Jackie expresses concern over potential spoilers from leaked scenes, while Claudia shares excitement about seeing beloved book characters come to life.

Jackie (40:10): "But I'm sad that I didn't have that same experience. I have, no, I read the book so long ago."

6. Ted Lasso Season 4 and Women's Soccer (41:29 - 45:21)

Season Renewal:
Announcement of "Ted Lasso" Season 4, featuring Jason Sudeikis and a new women's soccer team. Juno Temple is in negotiations to join the cast.

Claudia (41:29): "Ted Lasso season four is a go with Jason Sudeikis and a women's team."

Women's Soccer Expansion:
The hosts debate the viability of expanding women's soccer in the U.S., considering the challenges and potential cultural shifts needed for success.

Claudia (44:00): "I was a female soccer player. I love soccer."

7. Jason Isaacs’ Prosthetic Portrayal on TV (47:26 - 54:01)

Controversial Scene:
Jackie and Claudia critique a scene in an HBO show where actor Jason Isaacs uses a prosthetic penis, discussing the implications for gender inequality in media portrayals.

Claudia (49:37): "If Jason Isaacs doesn't want to show his real penis, can't we just take out that moment?"

Industry Standards:
The conversation highlights the disparity in how male and female nudity is handled in television, advocating for equality and authenticity.

Jackie (50:43): "But if you have ibs, like, perhaps you don't poop."

8. Media Literacy and the Chet Hanks Story (55:05 - 58:03)

Misreporting Incident:
Jackie and Claudia examine how media outlets recycled an outdated interview with Chet Hanks, misrepresenting his father's (Tom Hanks) advice as recent and directly related to his current project.

Claudia (55:10): "Chet Hanks turned to his award-winning father Tom Hanks for acting tips ahead of his breakout role."

Hosts’ Takeaway:
They emphasize the importance of media literacy, urging listeners to critically evaluate news sources and verify information before accepting it as truth.

Claudia (58:07): "We’ve started calling out these journals."

9. Queenie and Weenie of the Week Segment (58:59 - 66:21)

Queenie and Weenie Picks:
In their final segment, Jackie and Claudia highlight individuals or entities that acted commendably (Queenie) or poorly (Weenie) during the week.

• San Francisco 49ers as Weenies:
  They criticize the team's handling of player Kyle Usecheck's release amid rumored interpersonal drama among team members.

Jackie (60:00): "The 49ers are my weenies of the week because... I just wanted to tell you that."

• Love is Blind Season Critique:
  Jackie labels the latest season of "Love is Blind" as a "weenielicious loser sneeze," expressing frustration with the show's direction.

Jackie (63:47): "Everything was truly the definition of weenielicious loser sneeze."

• James Kennedy as Queenie:
  Claudia mentions James Kennedy as their Queenie of the week for his exemplary behavior.

Claudia (64:03): "My Queenie of the week is James Kennedy, obviously."

Final Thoughts:
The hosts wrap up the segment with brief mentions of upcoming content and personal updates, maintaining their signature humorous and candid tone.

Conclusion

Throughout this episode of "The Toast," Jackie and Claudia Oshry engage in lively and candid discussions spanning personal anecdotes, critiques of current media projects, and commentary on broader industry trends. Their blend of humor and critical insight offers listeners a comprehensive and entertaining overview of the week's notable events related to female founders and media portrayals.

Notable Quotes:

• Claudia (00:40): "I literally ran off of a fire truck to come record the show..."
• Jackie (07:43): "I almost took myself to the emergency room..."
• Claudia (04:03): "She'll be fine. But that's... just what it is when you launch businesses..."
• Jackie (19:13): "She's launching Confessions of a Female Founder... It is a tired trope."
• Claudia (44:00): "I was a female soccer player. I love soccer."

End of Summary