The Toast — September 4th, 2025

Episode Title: "Soundmakers of The Century"
Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry
Date: September 4, 2025

Episode Overview

Jackie and Claudia ("Jax" and "Claude") are back after Labor Day, bringing the beloved, witty chaos of The Toast to a short workweek. This episode dives into their viral, sound-making influence, current pop culture moments (especially tennis and TikTok), updates in celebrity and influencer industries, relatable hot takes on motherhood and wellness, and big fashion news—peppered with hilarious transparency about their personal lives.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Labor Day & Short Week Celebration

[00:26–01:19]

• Jackie and Claudia riff about the joy of a post-Labor Day, four-day week, praising the "founding fathers" for this much-needed transitional holiday.
• Jackie: "Our founding fathers ate with that one... Like, to ease back into work, it has to be a four-day week."
• They revel in being back with the Toasters community, noticing more recognition and connection with fans, even at big events like the US Open.

Tennis Fever: The Spritz Brothers at the US Open

[01:43–03:57]

• Claudia is obsessed with the doubles team of J.J. Tracy and Robert Cash—dubbed the "Spritz Brothers"—backed by the show’s fans (“The Toasters”), noting their surprise success and viral following.
  • Claudia: "I had to download ESPN Plus, I pay $29 a month now... I'm sure they're like, what's with this uptick in interest? Well, obviously, the Toasters are behind it." [02:09]
• Jackie jokes that "a split Fritz athlete has never lost a game," adding playful superstition to their streak.
• Claudia also updates on the singles scene, explaining the sudden rise of Yannick Sinner: "It’s this guy... who I've literally never heard of. Happy for him." [03:22]

Meghan Markle PR Drop: "With Love, Megan" Goodies

[04:02–06:16]

• The duo discusses Meghan Markle’s new PR mailer: sweet treats, "with love, Megan" branded napkins (which Claudia finds slightly unnecessary), and pink baking pans from Our Place.
• Jackie is still awaiting her package but hyped up. Both contemplate doing a Patreon baking session using the jam and the provided "fingerprint cookies" recipe card.
• Claudia on the gifting: "Not to complain... it was apricot [jam]. You guys know me... I really only fudge with strawberry." [05:21]

The Toast’s Viral Influence & "Soundmaking" Legacy

[06:17–08:28]

• Huge moment: Alex Earl uses their podcast audio ("sound") on TikTok—major validation for the sisters as creators of repeatable, viral content.
  • "We can add that to our resume of 'viral sound makers.'" — Jackie [07:21]
  • Claudia dubs them "soundmakers," likening their audio virality to DJs and remixers.
• The Toast’s reach: big celebs (like Renee Zellweger) have previously used their sound bites.

Health Chat: Mucinex, Ozempic, and Emily Oster on Parenting Wellness

[08:36–14:17]

Mucinex/Erections & Breastfeeding [08:36–10:23]:

• Claudia recommends Mucinex to Jackie for her cough, revealing a notorious side effect: "Mucinex D gave Ben a 12-hour erection." [09:14]
• They discuss Jackie's pregnancy-induced medicine caution.

Emily Oster Q&A — Weight Loss & Breastfeeding [10:23–13:56]:

• Claudia spotlights Emily Oster (economist, data-driven bestselling parenting expert) clarifying safety on weight-loss drugs (like Ozempic/GLP-1s) for breastfeeding women.
  • Oster’s guidance: No strong data suggests harm for baby; it's about maternal caloric intake and timing.
  • "Best and most recent data... really doesn’t suggest these medications pass through at meaningful levels in the breast milk." — Emily Oster (via Claudia) [11:23]
• Claudia: Deeply relieved, weighs public scrutiny of body/weight as a new mom, noting the paradox that she felt more accepted by brands when thin, but more beloved online now as "fat and non-threatening." [13:20]

Prenatal Vitamins Recall [15:00–16:56]:

• Jackie broke the internet by not currently taking prenatal vitamins—after hers were recalled.
• Both recount how the widely-used, major-brand prenatals had a recall, causing stress and shifting to food-based nutrition ("I'll eat more fish... that's crazy.").

Celebrity Couple News & Gossip

[18:24–39:29]

Powerball & Fandom [18:24–18:51]:

• Banter about big Powerball jackpots and the dream (and letdown) of almost winning.

Yannick Sinner’s Love Life [18:24–19:15]:

• Brooks Nader is rumored to be dating rising tennis star Yannick Sinner.

Dancing With The Stars [19:28–20:57]:

• With Alex Earl using their audio, Claudia is officially going to watch Dancing with the Stars. They speculate on possible winners—Alex Earl or Whitney, projecting "synergy" with Hulu/Disney/ABC networks.

Kelly Clarkson Updates [25:51–29:59]:

• Clarkson’s talk show is back; the hosts predict a future memoir will be iconic, ponder possible titles (e.g. "Breakaway: The Kelly Clarkson Story").
• Jackie: "American Idol set out to find the best voice in the nation. Literally, they crushed it season one." [27:51]

Wuthering Heights Film & Film Adaptations [30:09–34:55]:

• Trailer talk: Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie star in a steamy, updated Wuthering Heights (soundtrack by Charli XCX).
  • Both skeptical about "yassifying" classics but impressed by the trailer’s mood.
• Rapid-fire anticipation for a new Downton Abbey movie centered around Mary’s divorce.

Harry Styles & Zoe Kravitz Spotted Together [35:14–37:56]:

• New couple alert; musings on Zoe Kravitz moving from Austin Butler to Harry Styles and the continued interconnectedness of elite celebrity dating circles.
• Sidebar: Olivia Wilde’s off-grid status post-Harry Styles romance drama is discussed.

Bethenny Frankel’s Dating News [39:12–42:21]:

• Bethenny reveals on her podcast she previously dated Jennifer Aniston’s new boyfriend, Jim Curtis, supporting the match and providing behind-the-curtain wellness industry commentary.

The Fashion Industry’s Perils: Sofia Richie’s Clothing Line

[45:34–52:28]

• Sofia Richie Grange teases her new label, SRG Atelier. The sisters debate whether even the most stylish, "it-girls" can truly succeed in launching fashion brands.
  • Claudia: "Even the best, the biggest... everybody’s clothing lines flop. Like, it’s literally impossible to do." [45:55]
• They walk through failed/strained influencer brands, dissecting Molly-Mae’s struggles with ‘Maybe’, the high bar for inclusivity, ethics, and the headaches for creators.
• They praise rare winners like Bridget’s The Bar and Morgan Stewart’s Renly.
• Jackie: "There is so much [fashion] out there."
• Both skeptical, yet eager to see Sofia’s designs; hope she'll set a trend toward "modesty and class" in fashion.
  • Jackie: "Just like with her wedding, that inspired other girls to be modest in class, I hope this has the same effect." [52:24]
• They brainstorm a "Yardstick" modest clothing brand.
  • Jackie: "She should call her label Yardstick and everything will pass the test." [53:03]

TV & Recap Segment

[53:33–60:11]

Summer I Turned Pretty [53:33–54:26]:

• Claudia hates the direction of the show: "I wish all the characters... would just, like, never see each other again." [53:42]
• Jackie vows to boycott after her favorite character was written out.

Real Housewives of Miami [54:37–61:10]:

• Jackie deep dives into Stephanie’s arrival, her wealth, the private jet drama, and allies/enemies among the cast.
• Production behind the scenes: debates about filming logistics and how personalities clash in trips to Seville and Marbella.
• Both agree that new housewives or friends with real resources (planes, style) add value, but personality is key for audience connection.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "Our founding fathers ate with that one... Like, to ease back into work, it has to be a four-day week."
  — Jackie, [00:35]
• "I had to download ESPN Plus, I pay $29 a month now... I'm sure they're like, what's with this uptick in interest? Well, obviously, the Toasters are behind it."
  — Claudia, [02:09]
• "A split Fritz athlete has never lost a game."
  — Jackie, [02:42]
• "We can add that to our resume of viral sound makers."
  — Jackie, [07:21]
• "Mucinex did give Ben a 12-hour erection. So just letting you know. Mucinex D, emphasis on the D."
  — Claudia, [09:09]
• "Best and most recent data... really doesn’t suggest these medications pass through at meaningful levels in the breast milk."
  — Emily Oster (cited by Claudia), [11:23]
• "When I got really skinny, I felt like I definitely had more work opportunities…. But people hate you because you have an amazing personality and you’re skinny. Now that I’m fat again, people like me again... They love a fat btch."*
  — Claudia, [13:20]
• "I was the one who told you [your] prenatals were recalled… Next thing I know, I’m shitting orange."
  — Claudia, [16:00]
• "Powerball… now that's the sort of winnings that will ruin your life, you know, because you get big ideas. You forget about the tax man."
  — Jackie, [18:13]
• "Kelly Clarkson is a dream guest on this show, even though we, like, don't do guests… when she writes the memoir."
  — Claudia, [28:21]
• "The yassification of Wuthering Heights."
  — Jackie [30:58]
• "All the money that [Whitney Port] made from The Hills, she put into her clothing line. And, like, zero."
  — Jackie, [50:32]
• "She should call her label Yardstick and everything will pass the test."
  — Jackie, [53:08]
• "I wish all the characters on [Summer I Turned Pretty] would just, like, never see each other again so I didn't have to watch them."
  — Claudia, [53:36]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Labor Day + Back to Work — [00:26–01:19]
• US Open & Tennis Obsession — [01:43–03:57]
• Meghan Markle PR Package — [04:02–06:16]
• Viral Soundmaking & TikTok — [06:17–08:28]
• Jackie’s Prenatal Drama — [15:00–16:56]
• Kelly Clarkson News & Memoir Speculation — [25:51–29:59]
• Wuthering Heights/Film Adaptations — [30:09–34:55]
• Harry Styles/Zoe Kravitz Couple — [35:14–37:56]
• Bethenny Frankel & Jennifer Aniston's New Man — [39:12–42:21]
• Sofia Richie’s SRG Atelier — [45:34–52:28]
• ‘Summer I Turned Pretty’/Housewives TV — [53:33–60:11]

Summary for Non-Listeners

This episode encapsulates what longtime Toast listeners love: vibrant sisterly banter, unfiltered responses to viral culture, and genuine reflections on the weirdness and pressure of public life. Personal health, viral audio fame, PR gifting wars, influencer pitfalls (especially in fashion), and the ever-pervasive world of celebrity coupling are taken as seriously as necessary—with ample comedic asides. If you missed it, you missed a rollicking romp through the highs, lows, and lemons (or at least lemon water) of millennial pop culture.

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