The Toast – "Swiftielicious13": Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry
Date: October 3, 2025
EPISODE OVERVIEW
On today's energetic Friday edition, Jackie and Claudia return post-Yom Kippur with a jam-packed episode celebrating both personal milestones and huge pop culture moments. Major highlights include The Toast's arrival on Spotify Video, Claudia's stealth apartment move, candid Yom Kippur reflections, and an in-depth, real-time review of Taylor Swift's brand-new album, "The Life of a Showgirl." The show is full of witty banter, honest takes on fasting (and feasting), and the signature sisterly dynamic that keeps listeners coming back.
KEY DISCUSSION POINTS & INSIGHTS
1. Major Announcement: The Toast Comes to Spotify Video
Time: 02:03–04:32
- Video Podcasts: The Toast is now available to watch on Spotify in addition to YouTube, thanks to an exclusive new partnership. This allows seamless toggling between listening and watching, including on smart TVs.
- Host Commentary: The sisters express excitement about Spotify’s interface and community features, encouraging fans to try the new platform.
- Jackie jokes: “We’re still gonna be us. We’re still the same girl.” (03:41)
“Just like, more places for you to get toasty vibes and swirliness. We are so excited to be doing this with Spotify.” – Claudia (02:20)
2. Personal Catch-Up: Yom Kippur Fasting & Reflections
Time: 04:24–09:49
- Fasting Stories: Claudia details the challenges of fasting while breastfeeding, including a near-hospital incident, prompting a conversation about balancing religious obligations with self-care.
- Both hosts broke fasting in their own ways: Claudia with water and yogurt, Jackie with careful, non-indulgent meals.
- Reflection: They observed varying degrees of phone and TV abstention, discovering how addicted they are to their phones but appreciating the 25-hour detox.
- Synagogue Banter: Both attended services, with Jackie getting quality prayer time thanks to children’s programming, and Claudia noting the tug to gossip, even on the holiest day.
“The whole point of the day is to, like, really suffer. Stripped out and, you know, let me tell you, I was suffering.” – Claudia (06:20)
“It was so hard not to gossip. Like, I can’t lie. Like, we did veer into gossip territory, but we were acknowledging it was wrong.” – Claudia (09:23)
3. Life Update: Claudia’s Secret Move & Potential LA Adventure
Time: 10:03–15:22
- Claudia Moved Apartments: She moved "in silence," confirming it’s not a move to Florida, just more space. Gave a shoutout to her moving company for excellent, mom-friendly service.
- Temporary Limbo: Flood issues and apartment not being ready have left her living out of boxes.
- Potential LA Month: Ben (Claudia’s husband) is pushing for a spontaneous month-long trip to LA for work opportunities ("the good guys" podcast and collaborations) and a change of scenery before they’re tied down with more kids.
- Reluctance and Excitement: Claudia is hesitant about LA, especially given Ben’s ambition, but admits there are strong professional and lifestyle arguments for it.
- Friend Dynamic: Expressed that it’d be more fun if Jackie were also coming, but “her pregnancy is not great timing for me.”
“If you catch me in LA, just don’t ask. Okay? I’m just, like, trying to be a good wife...” – Claudia (14:11)
“It’s probably one of the last times we could ever just, like, pick up and be carefree and spontaneous…” – Claudia (12:22)
4. Light-Hearted Domestic Talk: Sourdough Fails, Kindles & Steak Dinners
Time: 16:02–20:30
- Sourdough Misadventures: Ben forgot salt in a loaf; lesson learned about importance of seasoning.
- Kindle Color Upgrade: Jackie received a new color Kindle from Amazon (gifted), appreciates the Oasis-shaped model and e-ink reading benefits.
- Friday Dinner Plans: Both share plans for making steak and potatoes – pregnancy iron cravings, family meals, and managing household logistics post-move.
5. Main Event: Taylor Swift’s "Life of a Showgirl" Album – First Impressions & Song-by-Song Review
Time: 25:00–44:27
Overall Album Reactions
- Both overwhelmed by the pressure from the Swiftie community to deliver hot takes quickly.
- Jackie stresses these are first-listen takes: “Let us live. We’re just doing a show 12 hours after the album drop.” (40:45)
- Claudia found the album better than the critical “hate” she saw online.
"What the hell are you guys talking about? Some of the shit people like from other artists… this is a good album." – Claudia (25:25)
Track Highlights & Notable Song Commentary
See Album Discussion Table for quick reference.
- Ophelia / Opalite: Praised for fun and fresh message, inspired debates regarding allusions to Taylor’s new relationship with Travis Kelce.
- Elizabeth Taylor: Jokingly compared to their own earlier predictions; feels like an "Evelyn Hugo" reference.
- Father Figure / Eldest Daughter: Speculation about Olivia Rodrigo and broader commentary on being outdone by younger artists.
- Actually Romantic: Diss track about Charli XCX and beef over tour comments, friendship bracelets, and mutual industry drama.
- Wishlist & Wood: “Wishlist” seen as Taylor dreaming of family; “Wood” as playful double entendre about luck and joy.
- Cancelled: Resonates with "Look What You Made Me Do" energy, tackling public "cancel culture."
- General Feedback: Some tracks blend together; expectations were shaped by Travis Kelce’s “banger season” hype, leaving some fans confused.
“Your first listen to a Taylor album is never really an accurate review.” – Jackie (38:28)
“But the songs just didn’t feel like [the Life of a Showgirl].” – Jackie (41:17)
Notable Moments & Quotes
- Claudia calls the album “seriously toast coated”—feels reflected in themes and messages (27:19).
- Both agree the title and cover aesthetic may not directly fit the content, at least on first listen.
- Jackie is "not just a surface lyrics kind of person," noting the importance of deeper lyrical themes (43:39).
<a name="track-by-track-summary"></a>Track-by-Track Song Impressions (Key Moments)
| Timestamp | Track | Impressions/Insights | |-----------|-----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------| |27:19 | Ophelia | Fresh, positive, reflects Taylor’s new relationship | |28:05 | Elizabeth Taylor | “Exactly like our prediction.” Feels like “Evelyn Hugo” | |29:15 | Opalite | Favorite so far, “pussy popping element”, seen going viral on TikTok | |30:07 | Father Figure | Speculated to be about Olivia Rodrigo; industry commentary | |31:24 | Eldest Daughter | Didn’t make strong impression; not what the title suggested | |32:06 | Actually Romantic | Direct Charli XCX diss, detailed pop culture beef | |35:02 | Wish List | “We know they are [having kids]. Obsessing over a house with a basketball hoop” | |36:00 | Wood | "Double entendre," playful, about feeling secure/not superstitious | |37:37 | Cancelled | Liked elements, resonates with cancel culture, Blake Lively allusions| |42:35 | Honey | Too new to comment, "call us Monday" | |40:28 | Life of a Showgirl | Strong track, perhaps the only one fitting the album title |
6. Pop Culture News: Fast Five Stories
Time: 47:23–66:41
a) Lori Loughlin & Massimo Giannulli Split After 28 Years
- Hosts express shock, reflecting on their endurance through the college admissions scandal.
- Consider late-life divorce’s destabilizing effect, especially for daughter Olivia Jade (46:02).
b) Golden Globes Announce Podcast Awards — The Toast Not Nominated
- Breakdown of the top 25 eligible podcasts, debate over network vs. "true" podcasts.
- “If we ever got actually nominated, it would ruin us because we would have nothing to talk about…” – Claudia (57:04)
c) Kardashians Season 7 Trailer Drops: Rob & Caitlyn Make Returns
- Jackie and Claudia see return of Rob and Caitlyn as a possible grasp for ratings, though both are curious to see the new dynamic, especially with Caitlyn (57:42–59:41).
d) Real Housewives of Miami: Julia & Adriana Bombshell
- Recap of reunion episode reveal: Julia admits to sleeping with Adriana during a rough patch in her marriage.
- Hosts reflect on friend group dynamics, Julia’s position, and Adriana’s complexity as a “villain with redeeming moments.” (61:15–64:41)
e) Cardi B & Nicki Minaj’s Ugly Twitter Beef
- Both hosts decline to "platform" and rehash the feud, calling it “abhorrent” and far beneath discussion.
- “As women, they need to do better. As mothers, they need to do better as human beings. It’s not funny.” – Claudia (65:58)
7. Weekend Sign-off: Queenies & Weenies of the Week
- Claudia nominates herself and Jackie as "Queenie of the Week" (“We slayed…” 67:03)
- “Weenies” given to the Nicki/Cardi drama.
MEMORABLE QUOTES & MOMENTS
- “You could call me honey because I’m your honey, Honey.” – Claudia (42:43, lyric reference)
- “When you tell me you're going to LA for a month, I'm like, as you should.” – Jackie (13:40)
- “Our level of critique is so crazy, right? Everyone holds Taylor to, like, the highest standards.” – Claudia (41:58)
- “I have to put food on the table for my chip.” – Claudia, on not being nominated for awards (57:21)
NOTABLE SEGMENTS & TIMESTAMPS
- Toast on Spotify Video announcement: 02:03–04:32
- Yom Kippur/Personal Updates: 04:24–09:49
- Claudia’s Move & LA Discussion: 10:03–15:22
- Taylor Swift Album Review (Start): 25:00
- Song-by-Song Breakdown: 25:12–44:27
- Golden Globes Podcast Awards: 51:30–57:14
- Kardashians S7 Trailer Discussion: 57:42–59:41
- RHOM Bombshell: 61:15–64:41
- Cardi B/Nicki Minaj Commentary: 65:07–66:41
FINAL THOUGHTS
This episode exemplifies The Toast at its best: unfiltered, funny, deeply plugged into both internet and pop culture currents, and unafraid of deep-dives or airing vulnerabilities. Swifties should tune in for a real-time, relatable album unpacking, while regular listeners will appreciate the warmth of sisterly catch-up and candid conversations on everything from faith to friendship. Even the pop culture “Fast Five” delivers a breeze of current headlines and snappy commentary, all in The Toast’s iconic tone.
Next episode: Tune in Monday for even deeper takes on Taylor’s album, weekend stories, and more!