Podcast Summary: The Toast – "Physique? Consider It Enhanced"

Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry
Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
Podcast: The Toast / Dear Media

Episode Overview

In this lively Friday edition, Jackie and Claudia bring their signature blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and pop culture commentary to the table. The episode opens with chat about fashion, motherhood, and mischievous pets, and moves on to headline topics, including golf’s Ryder Cup, Taylor Swift’s upcoming appearance, celebrity relationship news, and more. The hosts also discuss the spirit of the high holidays and end with their weekly Queenie and Weenie segment—with a holiday-inspired twist.

Highlights & Key Discussion Points

1. Jackie’s Maternity Fashion and Bruno’s Bun Heist

• Jackie debuts a new Gap Maternity outfit:
  • "It's really made to enhance my physique." (00:36)
  • Shares that wearing comfortable, stretchy clothes makes her feel cozy and confident.
• Bruno, Jackie’s dog, returns to the show after the infamous "Watermelon Gate," and causes “Hamburger Bun Gate” by sneaking a whole bun out of the pantry. (01:19)

2. Secret Project Reveals & Influencer Life

• Claudia recounts her night at a Dear Media–hosted influencer dinner at the Corner Store, notable for its guest list of mothers and creators:
  • Sat next to Emily Oster, author and motherhood expert.
  • Attended with Ben, who double-booked but socialized later with Melissa Wood Health:
    • “She wanted some tips on how to be healthy, so I gave them to her.” – Claudia (05:08)
• The discussion branches into the pressures of solo event attendance and perks of being partnered with another influencer/podcaster.

3. Yom Kippur Fasting for Pregnant & Nursing Mothers

• Claudia seeks a religious exemption from fasting due to breastfeeding:
  • Consults her rabbi’s wife, resulting in nuanced, practical advice but not a clear exemption.
  • "If you don't eat, does it really affect your supply? How is your supply? Do you have enough?" (05:35)
• Both hosts discuss religious expectations and how they interpret the traditional rules, blending humor with genuine reflection.

4. The Ryder Cup Explained

• Claudia is attending the Ryder Cup; Jackie offers a detailed, enthusiastic explanation:
  • “It’s like kind of a mini Olympics. It's a golf match between Team USA and Team Europe.” – Jackie (09:33)
• Conversation on athletes, U.S. vs. Europe rivalries, and celebrity players (Scotty Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas, etc.).
• Lighthearted banter about athletes training in America but competing for other countries:
  • “You're draining our resources and then you're trying to beat us." – Claudia (13:23)

5. Pop Culture Rundown

a) Taylor Swift Heads to Fallon

• Taylor Swift will be a guest on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon after her album release. Claudia laments that a scheduling conflict prevents her from attending despite having tickets. (27:20)
• Reflection on changing music industry press cycles, with more artists launching material before major appearances.
• Discussion of which podcasts Taylor might choose if she does more press; Jake Shane is their top guess.

b) Stagecoach 2026 Lineup

• Claudia and Jackie feel relief (and a tinge of FOMO) about not feeling compelled to attend this year.
  • “If it were Rascal Flatts, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, I would unfortunately have to get my arse on a plane and go.” – Jackie (33:50)
• Discussing font sizes on the lineup poster and debating which artists deserve top billing.

c) Celebrity Relationship Updates

• Sydney Sweeney & Scooter Braun:

  • Newly spotted out in LA, relationship seemingly confirmed.
    • “And we did ask Rena Weenie... Sydney... to stop dating nobodies. Scooter Braun is extremely famous, so for that she listened to us.” – Claudia (43:03)
  • Sideline into LA Italian restaurant culture and the “Serafina is the McDonald’s of the Italian industry” debate.

• Sacha Baron Cohen & Hannah Palmer:

  • Sacha (53) dating 27-year-old OnlyFans model Hannah Palmer post-divorce from Isla Fisher.
  • Jackie expresses disappointment, noting the cliché factor:
    • “It’s just a cliche... an onlyfans model 20 years younger. My god, how stupid are you?” (53:14)
  • Both hosts talk about their admiration for Sacha and their hopes for Isla.

d) Powerball Jackpot Winner

• Missouri winner splits $1.78B jackpot.
  • Winner opts for anonymity and describes himself as a homebody with simple plans:
    • “‘I’m a millionaire, a multi-millionaire and I’m doing laundry.’” (59:46)
  • Jackie and Claudia praise his humility and hope he avoids the “lottery curse.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Jackie, on maternity dressing:
  “It’s really nice to be wearing stretchy clothes that fit, that accentuate the belly. I’m feeling really cozy...” (00:48)
• Claudia, on attending alone:
  “I hate going places alone. And when you’re in the influencer industry, not to get sidetracked, but you more often than not have to go to these things alone.” (03:21)
• On Taylor Swift’s press strategy:
  “It’s so cute that the only [podcast] she’s ever done is her husband’s... I think it makes the Travis one so romantic.” – Claudia (31:10)
• On Sacha Baron Cohen’s new relationship:
  “I happen to think very highly of Sacha Baron Cohen. But... it’s just a cliche, you know, an OnlyFans model 20 years younger.” – Claudia (53:14)
• On the Powerball winner:
  “If it can’t be me, I’m glad it was him.” – Claudia (61:07)

Important Timestamps

• 00:36 – Jackie debuts her enhanced maternity outfit
• 01:19 – Bruno’s “Hamburger Bun Gate” escapade
• 05:28–06:36 – Discussion on Yom Kippur fasting exemptions
• 09:33–13:48 – Ryder Cup explanation and banter
• 27:20 – Taylor Swift’s late night appearance & ticket woes
• 33:48 – Stagecoach 2026 lineup rundown
• 41:14–45:43 – Sydney Sweeney & Scooter Braun; LA restaurant chat
• 52:31–56:31 – Sacha Baron Cohen’s new relationship & “midlife crisis” talk
• 58:05–62:17 – Powerball winner’s story and reactions
• 62:17–65:11 – Queenie and Weenie segment

Queenie & Weenie of the Week

• Queenie: Both choose God in the spirit of the Jewish high holidays.
  • “God is my Queenie. So many amazing things you did for me, but for like the world.” – Claudia (63:11)
• Weenie: Skipped intentionally in the spirit of “the ten days” between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, promoting positivity and grace.

Tone & Atmosphere

Warm, irreverent, and rapid-fire, Jackie and Claudia deliver their signature friendly banter while balancing personal stories, current events, and cultural commentary. The episode is peppered with inside jokes, light ribbing, and honest reflections, particularly around parenting, religion, and body image, always with self-aware humor and wit.

For Listeners in a Hurry

• Jackie’s loving maternity fashion and Bruno’s dog shenanigans open the show on a light note.
• Claudia dishes on influencer events and meeting Emily Oster.
• Deep dive into Ryder Cup, golf fandom, and sports rivalries.
• Taylor Swift is set for Jimmy Fallon—Claudia’s FOMO is real.
• Stagecoach 2026’s lineup is meh for the hosts; no urgent FOMO.
• Celebrity couples: Sydney Sweeney (with Scooter Braun) and Sacha Baron Cohen (with a 27-year-old model) spark spirited debate.
• Powerball winner stays humble; the hosts wish him well.
• No Weenie of the Week—just Queenie, in the spirit of the high holidays.

End Note:
If you enjoy a blend of pop culture, real life, and unfiltered humor, Jackie and Claudia’s Friday episode offers an energetic and heartfelt look at the week’s stories through their unmistakable lens.