The Toast — Episode Summary

Episode Title: “I Love Your Dance, Stars”

Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry

Overview

In this lively midweek episode of The Toast, Jackie and Claudia Oshry dish out feel-good sister banter, candid life updates, and their signature take on pop culture’s biggest stories. Highlights include a heartfelt conversation on evolving personal perspectives, an in-depth and hilarious “Dancing with the Stars” S34 premiere recap, and their takes on trending celeb news — from Taylor & Travis wedding rumors to Demi Lovato’s media rounds and more. As always, the sisters bring relatable humor, playful jabs, and plenty of quotable moments.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Personal Anniversaries & Growth Journeys

• Claudia’s Wedding Anniversary (01:02–04:41):
  • Claudia reflects on her 8th wedding anniversary, sharing a candid story about her evolving feelings regarding her wedding photos and her past struggles with weight and self-image.
    • “I absolutely hated my wedding because I was, like, so fat and ugly...I’ve actually done, like, a total 360 on it.” (B, 01:30)
    • “Maybe it’s the birth of my son. He wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for that moment, if it weren’t for that mole, if it weren’t for that big fat ass.” (B, 02:27)
  • Both hosts discuss how distance and motherhood have allowed them to embrace old memories more warmly and finally create long-delayed wedding photo books.
    • “Photo books are making a return. Maybe that’s my personal experience.” (B, 04:41)

2. Dancing with the Stars Season 34 Premiere Recap (05:53–07:37; then main recap at 50:12–67:19)

• Both hosts watched the live premiere and delivered a dance-by-dance, couple-by-couple breakdown, peppered with signature wit and strong opinions.
  • General Observations:
    • Jackie was surprised how much fun she had watching (“If I watch Dancing with the Stars last night, like, they’re doing something right.” (A, 06:22)).
    • Both note the show's improved relevance this season and the “live TV chaos” that added excitement.
    • Strong opinions on “sideline interviews” immediately post-dance: “At the bare minimum, make that little lounge area...not up a set of stairs.” (B, 07:17)
  • Performance Highlights:
    • Jordan Chiles: Good, but underwhelming considering her background – “She should have been better. I know it’s the first week, but, like, that’s her starting point.” (B, 51:07)
    • Dylan Efron: “Cute choreography, adorable, his partner shined.” (A, 52:30)
    • Elaine Hendrix (Parent Trap’s Meredith Blake): “Crushed it for a woman her age, loved the Parent Trap references.” (B, 53:21)
    • Whitney: Underperformed due to wardrobe: “I wanted to see the movement. The skirt was the worst part.” (B, 54:39)
    • Baron Davis: Earnest, adorable, had rhythm, “giving wedding dance floor vibes” (B, 55:38)
    • Alex Earle: Surprise of the night – “She literally looked like one of the pros. She was incredible. I was so wrong.” (B, 56:52)
    • Topanga (Danielle Fishel): Inspirational story, beloved performance – “This is my year of yes.” (B, 59:04)
    • Hilaria Baldwin: “Bringing all the stops... She was amazing.” (B, 61:18)
    • Steve Irwin’s Son: Unexpected star – “He’s up there with Whitney for potential winners.” (B, 62:32)
    • Alex & Whitney seen as top contenders.
  • Complaints:
    • Judging feels arbitrary: “The show is not a meritocracy...they give you scores based on what they think of you...” (B, 57:33)
    • Voting window too short, which disadvantages those who perform late: “Voting is closed!” (A, 63:31)
  • Love for Chaotic Live TV:
    • “There were a couple of fuck ups... I loved it, it makes it exciting.” (B, 58:31)

3. Life Updates & Rituals (07:37–12:58)

• Jackie describes her evening at the mikveh, contextualizing for non-Jewish listeners and sharing the communal joy surrounding religious and celebratory ritual.
  • “If you’re a practicing modern Orthodox woman, you go to the mikvah once a month... all about fertility and things like that.” (B, 08:41)
• Claudia had a night of healthy home cooking and laments her hate for couscous despite its Israeli roots.
• Lighthearted wellness banter, including pregnancy check-ins, “Nothing better than being normal. That’s what you find in pregnancy.” (B, 12:45)

4. Pop Culture Fast Five

Story One: Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Wedding Chatter (19:36–26:22)

• Travis jokes about wedding planning on his podcast. Jimmy Fallon appears as a guest.
  • “That one’s going to be easy. I just gotta figure out how to win a football game first.” (Travis Kelce, via hosts, 20:45)
• Jimmy probes about live band vs. DJ; hosts discuss the likelihood of a combo (“After party with a DJ, regular reception with a live band. There’s nothing like a live band.” (A, 24:59))
• Controversy: Travis’s “Free 4” shirt worn in support of teammate Rashee Rice after a serious legal incident—hosts do not support Travis on this (“To wear a shirt like that’s really not the vibe.” (B, 24:03)).

Story Two: Demi Lovato on Watch What Happens Live (26:22–31:19)

• Demi’s ease and happiness are celebrated—“She’s so light about everything...she’s really radiating that energy” (B, 30:52) and doesn’t overthink internet drama anymore.
• Hosts speculate about a possible Camp Rock 3 and riff on how Disney could appeal to both new and original fans.

Story Three: Housemaid Movie Trailer (31:19–37:43)

• Both hosts disappointed—believe Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried are “not convincing” and film has a “community theater” vibe.
  • “Sydney Sweeney...she’s not a good actress. That’s what we should be talking about.” (B, 31:35)
• Discuss challenges of adapting beloved books to screen and comedy’s underrepresentation at the Oscars.

Story Four: Try Guys Update (43:11–49:55)

• Ned Fulmer’s separation from wife Arielle is covered three years after his cheating scandal.
  • “She tried. She Try guided. Like three years. That feels sufficient.” (A, 44:47)
• Larger discussion about fallout from personal scandals, friends’ and business partners’ responsibilities, and references to Tom Sandoval/Schwartz drama as a parallel.
  • “It does make me question your judgment in business too.” (B, 47:43)

Story Five: Dancing with the Stars Recap

• As above (see main recap), a comprehensive, lighthearted but insightful couple-by-couple breakdown. (See above for highlights.)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Maybe it’s the birth of my son. He wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for that moment, if it weren’t for that mole, if it weren’t for that big fat ass.” (B, 02:27)
• “If I watch Dancing with the Stars last night, like, they’re doing something right.” (A, 06:22)
• “At the bare minimum, make that little lounge area...not up a set of stairs.” (B, 07:17)
• “Photo books are making a return. Maybe that’s my personal experience.” (B, 04:41)
• “There’s so many commercial breaks, so much fake package, corny shit, I actually was pleasantly surprised.” (B, 06:33)
• “I literally tuned in to watch Gleb and Hilaria, obviously my newfound deep rooted hatred, but... she is so good.” (A, 61:14)
• “She literally looked like one of the pros. She was incredible. I was so wrong.” (B, 56:52, on Alex Earle)
• “There were a couple of fuck ups... I loved it, it makes it exciting.” (B, 58:31)
• “She tried. The Try Guide. Like three years. That feels like a sufficient... she did it for her kids.” (A, 44:47)
• “It does make me question your judgment in business too. Right. Like, ... you’re like a professional liar.” (B, 47:43)

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Time | Segment | |-------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 01:02–04:41 | Anniversary/wedding reflections, photo book journeys | | 05:53–07:37 | DWTS Season 34 anticipation, live TV thoughts | | 07:37–12:58 | Mikveh and wellness rituals, family/pregnancy banter | | 19:36–26:22 | Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce wedding, “Free 4” shirt controversy | | 26:22–31:19 | Demi Lovato’s WWHL appearance and “Camp Rock 3” rumors | | 31:19–37:43 | Housemaid trailer, acting critiques, book adaptations, comedy & Oscars discussion | | 43:11–49:55 | Try Guys scandal aftermath, Ned Fulmer/Arielle split, personal v. professional scandals | | 50:12–67:19 | DWTS S34 Premiere Recap (detailed contestant-by-contestant analysis & finale predictions) |

Tone & Style

• Playful, candid, and occasionally biting; sisters openly rib each other and their celebrity targets but remain self-aware and empathetic.
• Conversations flow naturally between pop culture commentary and personal reflections, resulting in warmth, relatability, and humor.
• Frequent references and callbacks to their own inside jokes, past stories, and shared cultural moments.

Conclusion

This episode features signature Toast energy: honest self-reflection, thoughtful takes on buzzy pop culture, and plenty of sisterly wit. The episode’s big draw is its enthusiastic, detailed “Dancing with the Stars” recap, but the real treats come in the banter and uncensored asides. Whether you’re a DWTS viewer or just want to keep up with the latest celebrity tea, The Toast delivers a fun, engaging listen for your midweek pick-me-up.