The Toast – Movies That Raised Us

Hosts: Jackie & Claudia (aka Turdy) Oshry
Date: October 22, 2025
Main Theme: Nostalgia for formative movies and pop culture’s influence on identity, plus a deep-dive into "Dancing with the Stars" and the news stories of the day.

Episode Overview

Jackie and Claudia Oshry ("Jax and Claude"/"Turdy") host a vibrant, banter-filled show centered on formative movies of their youth and how these shaped them, as well as current pop culture happenings. This episode, while managing a meandering, chatty flow, is structured around their "Fast Five" news stories, robust pop culture commentary, and a dedicated "Dancing with the Stars" recap (Wicked Night edition).

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Hump Day, Camel Facts, and Girlhood

• The show kicks off with the sisters in a playful mood, joking about camels as mascots for hump day.
• Fun Fact: Turdy explains the difference between dromedary (one-hump) and Bactrian (two-hump) camels, surprising Jackie ([01:41]).

  “This is me learning that there’s a camel with one hump. Like they all have two. What are you talking about?” – Jackie ([01:41])

• Both hosts reminisce about riding camels in Israel, invoking Real Housewives of New York’s Morocco trip and the iconic Luann moments ([02:35]).

2. Movies That Raised Us: Formative Films, Quotes, & Tween Culture

• The sisters reflect on "the movies that raised us," asserting how films like Mean Girls, Clueless, Legally Blonde, Sleepover, and Stick It defined their humor and world outlook ([05:41]-[07:34]).
• Quote:

  “Mean Girls is the best movie ever made. It's insane to me that Tina Fey literally didn’t get a Nobel Peace Prize for that movie.” – Jackie ([05:58])

• They lament the decline of the “Disney Channel girlies” era, citing the collapse of teen/tween culture due to social media’s rise, and how today’s young girls lack the equivalent of Selena, Demi, Hannah, etc. ([08:03]–[08:48]).
• They draw lines to new media influences:

  “Kids these days are being shaped by K-pop demon hunters.” – Turdy ([07:59])

3. Recapping Pop Culture: Downton Abbey, Selena Gomez Viral Clip, and Halloween

• Claudia privately watched the Downton Abbey movie, finding it “adorable” but thin on plot:

  “Literally nothing happened. The plot was thinner than a plot of an episode of the show.” – Turdy ([09:10])

• The hosts discuss going viral with their take on Selena Gomez—receiving a surprisingly supportive response from Selena fans ([11:01]).
• Archival Toast content makes them nostalgic for their own evolution and how “herstory” is being documented ([12:01]).
• Halloween plans are exchanged: Jackie contemplates creative baby costumes, while Claudia’s family is doing a Toy Story group outfit ([13:14]). They muse over Halloween candy etiquette ([14:31]).

Fast Five: Major Stories & Commentary

Starts: [16:00]

1. Mariska Hargitay Auditioned for Friends ([20:39])

• Mariska Hargitay revealed she auditioned for Monica on Friends, as discussed on Amy Poehler’s podcast. Jackie and Claudia debate whether Mariska would have fit any of the main roles, ultimately agreeing the original cast was lightning in a bottle ([21:03]-[22:11]).

  “Nobody else could have done what the six of them did.” – Jackie ([22:11])

• They muse on Mariska’s enduring Law & Order: SVU tenure, comparing her to “the Ellen Pompeo of procedural TV” ([23:43]).

2. NBA Returns to NBC ([24:24])

• Breaking news for sports fans: The NBA is again on NBC after years on ABC, exciting Claudia’s husband, Ben ([25:32]).

3. Savannah Guthrie’s Khloe Kardashian Interview Regret ([26:39])

• Savannah Guthrie expresses regret over a 2012 interview where she asked Khloe about OJ paternity rumors on live TV, referencing how media has evolved and noting how podcasts have replaced the Today Show for thoughtful, longform content ([27:43]-[29:19]).

  “Thank god the Today Show is no longer the place for... breaking news or long form content... Podcasting really has replaced that.” – Jackie ([29:00])

4. Ben Simmons’ Sister Mocks Kendall Jenner ([30:03])

• Ben Simmons' sister Olivia posts a TikTok mocking Kendall Jenner’s (her brother’s ex) cookie-baking skills; the sisters (and the internet) defend Kendall, arguing the TikTok is mean-spirited ([32:15]-[37:29]).

  “You should be able to play Cards Against Humanity with your boyfriend’s family in peace.” – Turdy ([37:23])

• Claudia fiercely defends Kendall, noting that if Olivia had called out Kendall for using a chef, she would have made a mocking video about that instead.

5. Elizabeth Olsen’s No-Streaming Rule ([37:59])

• Elizabeth Olsen states she won’t act in studio movies without promised theatrical releases, criticizing “streaming as the end-all” and lamenting the loss of communal movie-going ([38:12]).

  “I think it's important for people to gather as a community to see other humans be together in a space. That's why I like sports. I think it's really powerful.” – Elizabeth Olsen, read by Turdy ([39:27])

• Jackie supports her but jokes:

  “If she really cared like she should be a leader in her community... You're an actress. What this has to do with community, I'm not sure.” – Jackie ([39:47]-[40:10])

Dancing With the Stars: Wicked Night Recap

Starts: [46:56]

• Theme: Cast dances to songs from Wicked with John M. Chu as guest judge.

• Highlights and Opinions:

  • Derek Hough’s number: Hosts appreciate judges who “walk the walk” by actually performing ([48:07]).
  • Scott Hoying (eliminated): Hosts agree “it was his time to go”; Andy Richter’s charm keeps him around despite weak technique ([50:23]).
  • Alex Earl: Good performer, but choreography isn’t challenging enough; hosts want a “breakout moment” ([53:20]).
  • Robert Irwin: Continues to impress but hosts note Whitney, his pro partner, drives his performance ([55:50]).
  • Whitney Levitt: First 10 of the season. Hosts love the dance but wish she’d loosen up ([56:17]-[57:23]).
  • Dylan and Daniela: Solid but unremarkable to the hosts ([58:03]).
  • Jen and Yon: Judges are unnecessarily hard on Jen, especially given her postpartum status ([63:22]).
  • Jordan Chiles: “Not messing around” – another stand-out receiving a 10, seen as a dream contestant for a pro ([65:08]).
  • Favorite Quotes:

    “If Ben Simmons wants to keep dating famous women... his sister needs to shut the [expletive] up.” – Jackie ([37:29]) “It's not about pity. It's just like, somebody who was so clearly going to be one of the first ones out is taking this so seriously and is challenging himself and getting better. And it's just a joy to watch.” – Jackie, on Andy Richter ([60:14])

• Hosts’ Predictions: Whitney and Jordan are the frontrunners. Alex Earl needs a standout routine. Final four likely to be Whitney, Jordan, Robert, and Dylan or Alex.

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• On Mean Girls:

  “It literally made us who we are.” – Jackie ([05:58])

• Tween culture collapse:

  “The collapse of tween media is very real.” – Turdy ([09:00])

• Savannah Guthrie Today Show critique:

  “Podcasting really has replaced that [longform, interesting interviews].” – Jackie ([29:00])

• Kendall Jenner TikTok defense:

  “Did you flirt with her and she rejected you? ...All the comments are saying she—what are all the comments?” – Jackie ([36:08])

• On Halloween candy:

  “Everybody’s home should have a little bowl of Hershey’s Kisses, like a mint on your pillow.” – Jackie ([15:08])

Flow, Tone & Style

• Conversational, irreverent, and highly pop-culture-literate.
• Hosts frequently reference their own lives and inside jokes, maintaining a “for the girlies” energy.
• Interjections and corrections abound, with the hosts debating, correcting each other, and riffing on the moment.
• Tone is supportive, sometimes snarky, with affection for both each other and their listeners.

Segment Timestamps

• [00:00]–[01:55]: Opening banter, camel facts, and Real Housewives references
• [04:00]–[08:57]: Movies that raised us, teen/tween media’s transformation
• [09:00]–[15:42]: Pop culture updates, nostalgia, Halloween plans
• [16:00]–[20:39]: Advertisements (skipped content)
• [20:39]–[45:19]: Fast Five news stories
• [46:56]–[66:45]: Dancing with the Stars Wicked Night recap
• [66:45]–end: Closing remarks, more ads

For Listeners New and Old

This episode is a great listen for anyone missing the peak “girl movie” era, curious about how pop culture memes become personal identity, or wanting an in-depth, funny “Dancing with the Stars” rundown with plenty of side chatter. Jackie and Claudia keep things light, self-aware, and refreshingly honest, ensuring listeners walk away both updated on pop culture and reminded of the movies and shows that made them.