The Toast: "I've Got Beef Between My Teeth" – Thursday, November 14th, 2024

Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry | Description: Take a bite out of The Toast, weekdays with Jackie & Claudia Oshry.

1. Personal Updates and Projects

Merch Launch Success
Jackie excitedly shares, “[00:20]... the latter half vibes merch is out. We actually slayed this collection because we made enough merch to wear every day of the week” (00:20).

Glee Podcast Achievement
Claudia proudly announces her appearance on the official Glee podcast: “…I went on the Glee podcast officially... we just talked a lot about... my POV, like, my experience watching Glee” (02:08). She discusses navigating the interview, especially addressing past comments about Artie, ensuring a smooth conversation without offending fellow hosts (02:11).

Book Discussion: Frida and Authorship Concerns
Jackie reveals her frustration with the Frida book series, suspecting that the original author may have been usurped: “I think someone wrote under her name... it was not Frida Rita” (02:40). Claudia echoes these sentiments, highlighting the pressure Frida faces with her Amazon contracts, leading to potential outsourcing issues (02:55).

2. TV Show Reviews

Outer Banks Breakdown
Claudia delves into the latest season of Outer Banks, critiquing its unrealistic plot developments: “…they take a boat from South Carolina to Morocco... it's too unbelievable for me” (04:18). They discuss financial mismanagement depicted in the show, comparing it to real-life financial literacy and stability: “…priority of mine is like financial stability and financial literacy” (05:05).

Riverdale Comparison
Mentioning Riverdale, Jackie remarks, “It's Riverdale, but I love that Riverdale by the sea” (09:17), highlighting similarities in fantastical storytelling and the need to suspend disbelief.

3. Cooking Adventures

Steak Mishap
Claudia recounts a failed attempt at cooking rib eyes: “I just wanted a good dinner... it just tastes, like, a little bland” (13:00). She humorously criticizes Ben for forgetting to season the steaks, leading to an unimpressive meal (14:02).

Hamburger Meatballs Success
Jackie shares her success in making hamburger meatballs, emphasizing the importance of seasoning and presentation: “A girl can't make a hamburger. It just can't be done” (15:16). The duo exchanges playful banter about their cooking skills and preferences.

4. Industry News and Gossip

Hoda's Replacement on Today Show
In a significant update, it's revealed that Craig Melvin will take over for Hoda Koppar on the Today show starting January 10th: “Craig Melvin is the new anchor of the Today Show” (24:01). They discuss Jenna’s new segment, Jenna and Friends, where she will date different co-hosts until finding the right fit, expressing skepticism about the prolonged transition period: “I hate this. I can't lie” (25:18).

Teddy Mellencamp's Alleged Affair
The hosts cover the scandal involving Teddy Mellencamp allegedly cheating on her husband Edwin with her married horse trainer, Simon Schroeder: “Teddy Mellencamp cheated on her husband with a married friend” (30:20). They dissect the timeline inconsistencies and the implications of filing for divorce amidst ongoing relationships: “[32:16] She filed for divorce on November 1 and listed the date of separation as October 20, even though they were packing on the PDA at a charity event four days later” (32:16).

Deborah Lee Furness Reacts to Hugh Jackman's Alleged Affair
Jackie and Claudia discuss Deborah Lee Furness’s subtle reactions to rumors of Hugh Jackman's affair with Sutton Foster: “Deb liked a post from her private Instagram account claiming that Jackman had blindsided Deb” (36:00). They explore the complexities of defining an affair versus a post-divorce relationship, emphasizing the blurred lines and personal truths involved: “I agree. And I'm choosing to believe that, of course, this wasn't the ideal situation” (39:42).

Celebrity Dating a Reality Star: Mod Sun and Brittany Wisniewski
The episode highlights the budding relationship between musician Mod Sun and Love is Blind star Brittany Wisniewski: “They first connected on November 3rd at his concert... they are seen getting handsy while dancing to 'Party in the USA'” (55:23). The hosts humorously critique the pairing, questioning its authenticity and relevance in today’s celebrity landscape: “It's just a really, I think like ordering in is not economical” (57:05).

5. Conclusion and Final Thoughts

As the episode wraps up, Jackie and Claudia reflect on the stories discussed, emphasizing the blend of personal anecdotes with industry gossip. They encourage listeners to engage with the topics and share their thoughts: “Feel free to sound off in the comments any other situations where cheating just felt like it had to be done” (42:13).

Notable Quotes

• Claudia on Merch Success:
  “We actually slayed this collection because we made enough merch to wear every day of the week.” (00:20)

• Claudia on the Glee Podcast:
  “It was really good. I'm excited for my fellow Gleeks to hear it.” (02:37)

• Jackie on Financial Priorities:
  “My priority of mine is like financial stability and financial literacy.” (05:05)

• Claudia on Hoda’s Replacement:
  “I hate this. I can't lie.” (25:18)

• Claudia on Teddy Mellencamp's Scandal:
  “Justice for Edwin, not us all dragging his name through the mud, like, with literally no proof.” (31:57)

• Claudia on Sydney Sweeney’s Industry Critique:
  “It's very reckless to not.” (38:46)

Timestamp Guide

• Personal Updates and Projects: 00:01 - 04:18
• TV Show Reviews: 04:18 - 09:23
• Cooking Adventures: 13:00 - 17:07
• Industry News and Gossip: 24:01 - 62:55
• Conclusion and Final Thoughts: 62:55 - 63:09

(Note: Timestamps are indicative and correspond to segments within the episode.)

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