Podcast Summary: The Toast – "May The Dumbest Faithful Win"
Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry
Date: Monday, January 12th, 2026
Episode Overview:
This episode of The Toast finds Jackie and Claudia in classic Monday form, recapping their weekends full of pop culture consumption, discussing the 2026 Golden Globes, tearing into new TV and film, recounting a circus adventure, and deep-diving into the latest season of "Traitors." Throughout, their witty banter and sibling dynamic drive lively discussions on reality TV, celeb news, modern motherhood, and internet culture.
Main Themes
- Recap and analysis of the 2026 Golden Globes (with a focus on Nikki Glaser’s hosting, major wins, podcast category, and hot takes on presenters/performers)
- Reviews and critiques of trending shows and movies: "Shahs of Sunset/Persian Valley," "People We Meet On Vacation," Netflix-style filmmaking, and "Traders"
- Candid reflections on their circus outing (parenting, nostalgia, evolution of kid’s entertainment)
- Celeb news breakdown: Alex Earl’s family health news, Jennifer Lawrence’s dog rehoming controversy, Taylor Swift’s sourdough status symbol
- A deep dive recap and game theory on "Traders" season 3
Key Discussion Points & Notable Moments
1. Weekend Recaps & TV Binging Highlights (00:24–03:38)
- Jackie details her jam-packed weekend filled with family time and TV, including "Shahs of Sunset" (now "Persia Valley Style"), "Traders," and the Golden Globes.
- Quote (A): “It’s amazing what I was able to accomplish in wake windows, in nap windows. I should really receive some sort of motherhood and business owner award for all the TV that I watched.” [00:46]
- Both reflect on the "Shahs" reboot and its attempt at an “Lala Kent edit.”
- They agree it was ahead of its time, critical of rebranding attempts, but applaud the OG cast’s realness.
- Quote (A): “The show was ahead of its time. The original Shahs of Sunset.” [02:32]
- Quick thoughts exchanged on new "Traders" episodes (teased for a full recap later).
2. "People We Meet on Vacation" Movie & Netflix Aesthetics (03:45–07:38)
- Claudia watched the movie, roasted both book and film for “low IQ” romance tropes.
- Quote (A): “You do have to suspend disbelief… I thought the book was extremely mid.” [04:38]
- They theorize Emily Henry books are “industry plant mid.”
- Quote (B): "Mid, low-IQ books sometimes because it's comforting to just read something where I don't have to… my brain doesn't have to work.” [05:05]
- Debate on Netflix's ubiquitous “lighting” in new films and contrast with early 2000s cinema.
- Quote (A): “Every movie now has this thing called Netflix lighting… all movies look the same now.” [05:45]
- Praise for “unknown” actors bringing back real acting vs. influencer/celebrity casting trends.
3. Pop Culture Casting Chat: Rapunzel Live-Action, Dancing With the Stars, and Gen Z Fandoms (07:38–10:09)
- Chit-chat about casting rumors for Disney adaptations.
- Briefly get tongue-tied (and comically wrong) about Milo Manheim, Naked Brothers Band, Zombies movies, and generational touchstones.
4. Golden Globes 2026: In-Depth Recap & Hot Takes (10:10–45:50)
Nikki Glaser’s Hosting (27:32–29:09)
- Hosts lavish praise on Glaser’s performance, her balance of wit and roast, and her transformative effect on the gig.
- Quote (A): “She had the wit, the snark… not mean, not gonna offend anyone. That’s our girl.” [28:14]
- Small critiques: karaoke segment with KPop Demon Hunters song didn’t hit.
Awards & Notable Moments (30:00–44:00)
- Commentary on new categories (stand-up specials, podcasts) and “celebrityification” of nominations.
- They note Amy Poehler’s win (over ex Will Arnett) in podcasting and the lack of recognition for “scripted” non-interview shows.
- Analysis on winners in major categories (Hamnet for Best Drama, One Battle After Another for Comedy/Musical, etc.), best-dressed, and moments they found genuinely funny.
- Quote (B): “The only other buzzy one was Best Supporting Actress, Teyana Taylor for One Battle After.” [42:22]
- Memorable jokes cited:
- Nikki Glaser’s Leonardo DiCaprio joke: “I have to make that joke because we literally know nothing else about you.” [35:05]
- Light jabs at the industry’s self-congratulatory nature, and how personal sentiment often doesn’t align with awards outcomes.
- Quote (A): “I watched all those shitty movies last year just for anora to win… you can all go eat my ass. How about that?” [45:23]
5. Parenting & Circus Nostalgia (13:31–22:34)
- Jackie shares her first proper 'mom' outing: Ringling Bros. circus in Miami.
- Expresses disappointment at the “woke”-era circus ('no clowns', no animal acts), feeling it’s lost its spectacle but loving the trapeze acts.
- Reflects comedically on the best food in the arena: “The best pretzel I’ve ever had in my life — literally hiding behind a chair like at fat camp eating this pretzel.” [17:03]
- Debate on the circus’s future amid nostalgia and evolving entertainment standards, suggesting a needed partnership with "The Greatest Showman."
6. Celeb News Quick Hits (46:03–52:30)
Alex Earl’s Family Update (46:03–47:22)
- Alex Earl reveals her mom’s breast cancer diagnosis during a difficult period — hosts send well wishes and praise Alex’s resilience.
Jennifer Lawrence’s Dog Rehoming "Controversy" (47:29–52:09)
- Strong defense of Jennifer Lawrence for rehoming a dog that bit her child, noting internet outrage is overblown.
- Quote (A): “Giving your dog to live with your parents is not a re-home… that’s literally what I do half the year.” [49:01]
Taylor Swift’s Sourdough Gifting (57:24–65:09)
- Taylor gifting homemade sourdough loaves to celeb friends is dissected as a new status symbol—a “Seven Rings” moment.
- Speculation on whether Taylor is “wasteful,” wild guesses about her life logistics, and a fun tangent about bread bags.
- Quote (A): “Cool girls make bread.” [65:09]
7. Tech & AI Musings (55:48–58:33)
- Claudia recounts a surprisingly positive experience with an AI customer service bot, musing on low-stakes AI 'takeovers.'
- Quote (A): “First of all, the voice was so lifelike. But also he wasn’t dumb.” [56:30]
- Both weigh tech’s conveniences against the darker, existential implications. “Enjoy the benefits while we can.” [57:02]
8. "Traders" Season 3 Deep Dive & Game Theory (65:15–83:54)
Format & Casting
- The game’s format likened to ‘The Faker;’ hosts love the “in-person liar game” concept but debate fairness of trader selections.
- Lisa Rinna’s performance as a traitor is praised as “low-key brilliant,” but Candace’s is panned:
- Quote (A): “The thing about Candace… is the most dangerous combination: someone who really thinks that they're smart and is not.” [75:22]
- Rigorous discussion of how the game penalizes being too smart, and rewards mediocrity. “May the dumbest, most quiet person win.” [72:11]
Player-by-Player Hot Takes
- Donna’s secret traitor role was a poor production move — too isolating.
- Quote (A): "Donna was never going to be a good traitor. It was actually a really bad choice." [67:37]
- Michael Rapaport divides the internet, but they found him hilarious, authentic, and refreshingly confrontational.
- Quote (B): "I think he's hysterical...I love that he doesn't back down from confrontation." [71:37]
- Lively speculation about who will be "murdered" next in the show, with both rooting for players who aren’t “middle-of-the-pack” bores.
- “The best person to win is someone who seems dumb but isn't.” [74:40]
- Jackie muses on reality show casting and whether she’d win as a trader: “It’s literally that game, the Faker,” vs. “I don’t think I’d be good at the show.”
- Quote (A): “I think I would be amazing.” [78:45]
Notable Quotes & Timestamps
- “It’s amazing what I was able to accomplish...I should really receive some sort of motherhood and business owner award for all the TV that I watched.” (A) [00:46]
- “You do have to suspend disbelief… I thought the book was extremely mid.” (A) [04:38]
- “Mid, low-IQ books sometimes because it's comforting...” (B) [05:05]
- “Every movie now has this thing called Netflix lighting.” (A) [05:45]
- “She had the wit, the snark… not mean, not gonna offend anyone. That’s our girl.” (A, on Nikki Glaser) [28:14]
- “I watched all those shitty movies last year just for anora to win… you can all go eat my ass.” (A) [45:23]
- “Giving your dog to live with your parents is not a re-home…that’s literally what I do half the year.” (A) [49:01]
- “Cool girls make bread.” (A, on Taylor Swift) [65:09]
- “May the dumbest, most quiet person win, because the people who are really playing the game...get eliminated.” (B) [72:11]
- “The thing about Candace…is the most dangerous combination: someone who really thinks they’re smart and is not.” (A) [75:22]
Golden Globes: Winners & Noteworthy Segments
- Best Drama: Hamnet [34:14]
- Best Comedy/Musical: One Battle After Another [35:23]
- Best Actor in a Comedy/Musical: Timothée Chalamet [39:44]
- Best Animated Film: K Pop Demon Hunters [37:30]
- Best Supporting Actress: Teyana Taylor [42:22]
- Podcast Category: Amy Poehler (up against ex Will Arnett) [31:35]
- Notable Hosts Reaction: Nikki Glaser praised, her keeping the hosting gig is advocated fervently [28:14–29:14]
Conclusion/Show Wrap-Up
- Both hosts reiterate a commitment to fun, “original” coverage—celebrating authenticity and refusing to perform for the haters.
- Promise to do weekly "Traders" recaps every Friday [83:54].
- Sign off with gratitude for their audience and reminders to “flood the comments with ‘you girls look beautiful today.’” [10:02, 84:27]
For Listeners:
This episode is a quintessential Toast blend of pop culture insight, social commentary, and sparkling banter—dense with opinions, humor, and behind-the-scenes analysis. Even if you missed the Golden Globes or haven’t caught up on "Traders," this fast-paced, detail-rich recap will make you feel like you’re right there gossiping with Claudia and Jackie.