The Fast Ten: Monday, July 28th, 2025

Summary

The Fast Ten: Monday, July 28th, 2025

Host: Dear Media
Hosts: Jackie & Claudia Oshry
Release Date: July 28, 2025

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1. Introduction

Claudia and Jackie kick off the episode with their signature enthusiasm, welcoming listeners to "The Toast" and highlighting that it's the last week of July. They set the stage for a more expansive discussion, hinting at broader topics beyond their usual format.

Claudia [00:37]: "This week, not only do you have a Fast 5 episode, Jackie and I are going to talk about all the comings and goings."

2. Expanding Beyond the Fast 5 Format

Breaking from their traditional "Fast 5" segments, Claudia and Jackie introduce a "Fast 10" approach for this episode. This change allows them to delve into more stories without the constraints of their usual five-topic limit.

Jackie [00:45]: "It's like fast 10. I'm not whittling down stories. I'm doing every story that has fucking."

Claudia [00:50]: "Put Jackie O in a box you can."

Jackie emphasizes the freedom that Patreon provides, allowing them to explore topics without strict boundaries.

Jackie [00:51]: "And this is Patreon. There's no rules, there's no boundaries. And I'm not going to skimp on stories that interested me."

3. Transition to Audio-Only Format

The hosts discuss their decision to adopt an audio-only format for this episode, a shift from their usual video content. They express a preference for audio, citing that their conversations feel more authentic and spontaneous without the visual component.

Claudia [01:22]: "Because I could, like, I'm not wearing underwear, you know, I'm wearing jamas that are three days old that are standing up on their own. A nursing bra that is covered in just things that aren't milk, you know, Ruby's fu. Like, I just feel more myself."

Jackie [01:39]: "The thing about audio only is every time we do audio only, it's just like, better and funnier. For whatever reason, maybe we are different."

They tease an upcoming vlog scheduled for Friday, promising exclusive content around a major collaboration.

Claudia [02:00]: "It's called Q lab Shabbat It's a collaboratory. Shabbat. Between Jackie and Ben. They cooked us a beautiful feast."

4. Personal Updates: Sleep Struggles and Ruby's Growth

Claudia touches on her son's sleep habits but chooses not to delve into details, acknowledging the challenges without oversharing.

Claudia [02:27]: "We're back. And here's one thing I'm not going to be talking about on today's Patreon. My son's sleep habits."

Jackie humorously remarks on the inevitability of jinxing their luck with sleep.

Jackie [02:40]: "You still jinx it."

They briefly mention the family's rough week regarding sleep but shift focus to positive developments.

Claudia [02:46]: "We've had the most horrible week's night's sleep. Like, I don't even want to talk about it. I'm not talking about it."

Claudia then shares heartwarming stories about spending quality time with Ruby, highlighting memorable outings and the joy of simple activities.

Claudia [03:11]: "Motherhood going well. I was talking about this on my Instagram. Something I didn't expect with motherhood is like, you know, your life changes, right?"

5. Reflections on Motherhood and Changing Perspectives

The conversation delves deeper into the transformative impact of motherhood on their perceptions and daily experiences. Claudia reflects on how motherhood has shifted her appreciation for simpler pleasures and altered her benchmarks for a "good day."

Claudia [03:26]: "And last week Ben and I just like randomly, we went on a hike, which I know sounds so crazy, but we brought Ruby and it's like this beachfront hike."

Jackie adds that the contrast between challenging days and joyful moments amplifies their appreciation for the latter.

Jackie [04:24]: "But I think also the hard days make the great days even greater because it's like these two extremes."

Both hosts agree on the roller-coaster nature of parenthood, where highs and lows coexist, sometimes within the same day.

Claudia [04:37]: "And it's the same time."

They discuss how seeing the world through Ruby's eyes has simplified their activities and heightened their appreciation for everyday moments.

Claudia [04:53]: "It's really. It's kind of lowered the bar for me in terms of, like, activities and entertainment."

6. Conclusion

As the episode wraps up, Claudia reiterates the joy they've found in this season of parenthood, emphasizing the balance of challenges and cherished moments.

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Note: The promotional segment inviting listeners to join their Patreon has been excluded from this summary, adhering to the request to omit advertisements and non-content sections.

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This episode of "The Toast" offers an intimate glimpse into Jackie and Claudia Oshry's lives, blending personal anecdotes with reflections on motherhood. By expanding their usual format and embracing an audio-only approach, they provide a fresh and engaging experience for their audience, all while maintaining their authentic and humorous rapport.

Transcript

[Claudia]

Good morning, girlies. It's the toast. It's Jackson Claude and we're your host. It's your favorite show, the Fast 5 things you need to know. We'll start your day off Swirly. It's the toast.

[Jackie]

I sound amazing. Welcome Back to the Toast Patreon. Happy end of July.

[Claudia]

E. O.J.

[Jackie]

Also means end of fork.

[Claudia]

Oh, thank God.

[Jackie]

But not if I have anything to do with it.

[Claudia]

Well, honestly, the Patreon has been contributing negatively to my mental health. Because this week, not only do you have a Par G Fast 5 episode, Jackie and I are going to talk about all the comings and goings.

[Jackie]

It's like fast 10. I'm not whittling down stories. I'm doing every story that has fucking.

[Claudia]

Put Jackie O in a box you can.

[Jackie]

And this is Patreon. There's no rules, there's no boundaries. And I'm not going to skimp on stories that interested me.

[Claudia]

Lawlessness.

[Jackie]

Because I'm confined to five Now. I just want to say that also makes it so that I could do four.

[Claudia]

Four, Right. But the jack giveth the jack, although taketh away.

[Jackie]

But because these are once a week episodes, there's a lot to talk about and I ain't skimping.

[Claudia]

And this week is the last week of July, which means you have two episodes. This part G1, which I hope you're enjoying this beautiful audio.

[Jackie]

So far so good.

[Claudia]

So far I'm loving it. Having a great time.

[Jackie]

Why are we so much better when we're not filming?

[Claudia]

Because I could, like, I'm not wearing underwear, you know, I'm wearing jamas that are three days old that are standing up on their own. A nursing bra that is covered in just things that aren't milk, you know, Ruby's fu. Like, I just feel more myself. Jack and I decided to do an audio only. And I'm telling you, it's for the betterment of everyone and everything.

[Jackie]

The thing about audio only is every time we do audio only, it's just like, better and funnier. For whatever reason, maybe we are different. And then we don't have the clips.

[Claudia]

Correct.

[Jackie]

And then we wish we had the.

[Claudia]

Clips, but we would have the video. We wouldn't have the moment.

[Jackie]

We wouldn't have those moments.

[Claudia]

So what you're not getting today in a video, you are getting in a vlog on Friday. We kind of teased last week this major vlog we were filming.

[Jackie]

A major collaboration with a major artist.

[Claudia]

A major collaboration with a major artist. It's called Q lab Shabbat It's a collaboratory. Shabbat. Between Jackie and Ben. They cooked us a beautiful feast. We took you through the entire process. I'm there more just as like a supportive friend and a cinematographer. A cinematographer, I would say like a hilarious commentator.

[Jackie]

Yeah.

[Claudia]

Would you say?

[Jackie]

Yeah, yeah.

[Claudia]

And so that'll be out today as well, maybe tomorrow. So you have lots to look forward to on this week's Patreon. And just, you know, we're back.

[Jackie]

We are back.

[Claudia]

We're back. And here's one thing I'm not going to be talking about on today's Patreon. My son's sleep habits. Cuz you know what? And people told me this, they were like, turdi, don't say it. Don't go on here bragging. 3:37 30. And I thought they were like. Cuz it makes other moms feel bad.

[Jackie]

You still jinx it.

[Claudia]

Of course I jinxed it. Oh my God, we've had the most horrible week's night's sleep. Like, I don't even want to talk about it. I'm not talking about it.

[Jackie]

Okay, well, so I just wanna let.

[Claudia]

Everyone know I'm talking about the fact that I'm not talking about it.

[Jackie]

Understood. We'll circle back with an update in August.

[Claudia]

Yeah, we'll see. We'll see if that.

[Jackie]

Okay, cool. How's Ruby otherwise?

[Claudia]

Amazing. Just amazing. We've had such a fabulous week. Core memories for Ruby, but also for me. It's just been wonderful and I just. That's it, you know, Just great.

[Jackie]

Great. Motherhood all around going well.

[Claudia]

Motherhood going well. I was talking about this on my Instagram. Something I didn't expect with motherhood is like, you know, your life changes, right? And you're like, you know, your best days are probably behind you and. And you're gonna have good days, but they're not gonna be as good as they were.

[Jackie]

Like, as a good old days, of course.

[Claudia]

And last week Ben and I just like randomly, we went on a hike, which I know sounds so crazy, but we brought Ruby and it's like this beachfront hike. It's not really a hike, it's like a beach. And then we just. It was very casual. Very. Grab a slice. Honestly. We went for a hike and then we just like went to this random sushi spot and everything. You know when everything just like works out for you. There was like one table left outside and had enough room for a. Like we got a parking spot right out front. I was like, oh, something's in the energy. We had such a great day. I'm like, oh, when I got in bed that night, I was like, I know we didn't do much, but, like, it was a great day. And then this weekend, we went to the beach and we, like, it was just a beach, you know, it wasn't like a beach club, and it wasn't like a yacht. It was just a beach with a chair, you know, from Costco. And we had the best day. And it got me thinking. I was like, I think my. My perception of what a good day is now is very different. It's much more simple. But I wasn't expecting, like, so quickly after becoming a mom to, like, have so many great days. Obviously, some days are hard, you know, like, oh, my God, he wouldn't sleep. But.

[Jackie]

But I think also the hard days make the great days even greater because it's like these two extremes.

[Claudia]

Totally. It's such a roller coaster.

[Jackie]

And. And then within one day, you'll experience both extremes, highs and lows. It could be the best of times and the hardest of times.

[Claudia]

And it's the same time.

[Jackie]

And it's the same time.

[Claudia]

Totally.

[Jackie]

Yeah. No, it's so true. And you do. Everything's, like, more simple. The world, like, through a child's eyes. And so things that used to be, like, boring, like sitting at al fresco, it's like, oh, it's hot. But no, like, you get to see the streets and Ruby sees people.

[Claudia]

No, it's really. It's kind of lowered the bar for me in terms of, like, activities and entertainment.

[Jackie]

No, and like, the things that you appreciate, like.

[Claudia]

Hey, guys, Turdi here. I hope you're enjoying this episode. I know I enjoyed recording it. If you'd like to listen to the full episode, head over to patreon patreon.com the toast. You can click the link in the episode description of this episode. You will become a member for $7.99 and get access to five extra episodes a month. Vlogs, Podcast episodes. This month, we're doing fast five episodes, and you also get access to our entire catalog of episodes. That includes tons of iconic vlogs, like the Great Chili Cook Off Old podcast episodes, Steamy Lexicon, plus cameos from your favorite swirlies. Ben Softer celebrity joins quite a bit, as does Satchel and, of course, Trout. So come join us on Patreon. You're gonna like the way you look, I guarantee it. Love ya. Bye.