The Toast

Another Unprecedented Friday: Friday, November 14th, 2025

November 14, 2025

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  • Jackie Oshry is co-hosting The Toast with Claudia Oshry while on maternity leave, having recently given birth, and has released extensive birth-related content on Patreon. 
  • The hosts spent significant time discussing the viral episode featuring Bethany and Jared Freed, noting Bethany's claims about coining the term 'food noise' appear to be accurate based on early documentation. 
  • The Fast Five segment covered several pop culture stories, including Jessi Ngatikaura admitting to an affair amid separation from her husband Jordan Ngatikaura on *Secret Lives of Mormon Wives*, rumors about Brooks Nader's dating life, and the controversy surrounding Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's photos at Kris Jenner's party. 
  • Jimmy from *Love is Blind* has undergone a significant physical transformation, including $11,000 hair plugs, leading the hosts to hope he and Jess reunite on *Perfect Match*. 
  • The hosts strongly support Sparkle and Jordan from *Love is Blind*, believing they should reconcile despite Sparkle's current relationship with Lindsey Hubbard's ex-partner. 
  • Casey's humble attitude during the *Love is Blind* reunion earned her the hosts' approval, especially due to receiving a 'stamp of approval' from Sparkle. 

Segments

Hosts’ Return and Setup
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts are using new recording equipment, necessitating a change in recording location from the bed to chairs in Jackie’s room.
  • Summary: Claudia Oshry is filling in as co-host for Jackie Oshry, who is recording later in the day due to her recent childbirth. The new equipment allows them to record in chairs rather than their usual bed setup for audio-only episodes. Jackie has posted extensive backlog content, including her birth story, to the Patreon.
Recap of Recent Episodes
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  • Key Takeaway: The recent episode featuring Bethany was extremely popular, potentially becoming the most downloaded episode to date, and Jared Freed was praised as a hysterical and great co-host.
  • Summary: The episode with Bethany generated significant buzz online, particularly regarding her claims about inventing the term ‘food noise,’ which Jackie researched and found evidence supporting her use of the term as early as 2009. Jared Freed’s appearance was highly regarded, with listeners praising his humor and preparation for the interview.
Meghan Markle Photo Controversy
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  • Key Takeaway: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry claim they were never asked to sign photo consent forms at Kris Jenner’s party, contradicting earlier rumors that suggested they declined to be photographed.
  • Summary: The hosts are dissecting the fallout after photos of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at Kris Jenner’s birthday were deleted, leading to conflicting reports about consent forms. The hosts theorize the confusion might stem from forms related to filming the event for reality TV rather than standard photo releases. The action of deleting the photos has only amplified public scrutiny.
TV Watch Recommendations
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  • Key Takeaway: The Peacock series All Her Fault is highly recommended for its commentary on the silent burden of womanhood and weaponized male incompetence, though it is not postpartum-friendly.
  • Summary: Claudia warned against watching All Her Fault while postpartum due to anxiety-inducing themes, but praised its accurate depiction of the burdens women carry. Ben reportedly reacted strongly to the incompetent husband character, validating the show’s themes. The hosts also noted that Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is now available to watch.
Sponsor Reads
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  • Key Takeaway: ATT offers a proactive guarantee crediting customers for a full day of service during a network outage without requiring customer contact.
  • Summary: ATT’s guarantee ensures proactive service credits for network outages, eliminating the need for customers to call or file claims. Neiman Marcus is highlighted for its Pargy holiday gift guides and luxury offerings, while Groons is promoted as a comprehensive, convenient daily supplement that tastes good and is backed by extensive research.
Mormon Wives Affair Confession
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  • Key Takeaway: Jessi Ngatikaura admitted on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives that she had an emotional affair, including making out twice with Marciano while separated from her husband, Jordan Ngatikaura.
  • Summary: Jessi confirmed rumors that she had an affair while separated, though she denies having had sex, contrasting with Marciano’s claims. Jordan has known about the incident for six months, and the couple is reportedly working through the situation, despite rumors of divorce and their house being for sale. The hosts noted that Jessi’s admission of an ‘affair’ for kissing twice might be making the situation worse.
Minky Couture Gift & Brooks Nader
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  • Key Takeaway: Minky Couture, a podcast sponsor, sent Jackie and Claudia two beautiful Chanel bags as a gift following an influencer event depicted on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.
  • Summary: The Minky Couture influencer event featured a game where attendees won designer bags, mirroring the luxury gifts the brand later sent to the hosts. Brooks Nader was filmed interacting closely with Dakota Mortensen at a Hulu event, sparking romance rumors which the hosts dismissed due to Brooks’ dating history and Dakota’s reputation. Brooks might be dating Sean White, a pairing the hosts support.
Wicked Premiere Incident
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  • Key Takeaway: The man who grabbed Ariana Grande on the Singapore red carpet, known online as Pajama Man, faces a fine of up to $1,500 USD and intends to plead guilty.
  • Summary: The perpetrator, an Australian prankster known for approaching celebrities, ran toward Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo at the Wicked premiere. Ariana appeared visibly shaken by the physical contact, which security failed to prevent effectively. The man has a history of similar stunts involving artists like Katy Perry and The Weeknd.
Vine Platform Revival
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  • Key Takeaway: The short-form video platform Vine is being resurrected by co-founder Jack Dorsey and former team members, securing the entire original video archive and banning AI-generated content.
  • Summary: Jack Dorsey is personally funding the revival of Vine, which will be led by original team members. A key feature of the new platform will be a strict prohibition on all AI-generated content. Claudia expressed strong support for AI technology, contrasting with the platform’s stated goal.
Final Pop Culture Updates
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  • Key Takeaway: Andy Richter was eliminated from Dancing with the Stars, and Jimmy from Love is Blind has undergone a significant physical transformation after getting hair plugs, costing $11,000.
  • Summary: Andy Richter’s elimination from Dancing with the Stars was noted, with the competition now focusing on remaining contestants like Elaine Hendrix and Alex Earl. Jimmy from Love is Blind debuted a major glow-up following hair plug surgery, making him eligible for the rumored Perfect Match appearance. The hosts also briefly mentioned that Amy and TJ from 1000-lb Sisters are engaged.
Jimmy’s Love is Blind Glow-Up
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  • Key Takeaway: Jimmy from Love is Blind had an $11,000 hair plug procedure resulting in a significant physical improvement.
  • Summary: Jimmy from Love is Blind is rumored to be joining Perfect Match following a documented hair plug journey. The procedure cost $11,000, and the hosts noted his transformation made him look significantly hotter. They expressed a desire for his former partner, Jess, to also join Perfect Match for closure.
Love is Blind Reunion Opinions
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  • Key Takeaway: Sparkle’s approval of Casey and Allie solidified their status as the best participants from the Love is Blind season.
  • Summary: The hosts sided strongly with Sparkle, Allie, and Casey following the Love is Blind reunion, viewing the opposing group as ’losers.’ Casey’s reunion attitude was deemed humble and apologetic, earning praise, especially because Sparkle endorsed her behavior. Allie, the nurse who was with Anton, is also supported by the hosts.
Sparkle and Jordan Future Hopes
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts believe Sparkle should reconcile with Jordan, feeling her current relationship is not with the ‘great love of her life.’
  • Summary: Despite Sparkle expressing happiness about being a mother with her current partner (who is married to Lindsey Hubbard), the hosts feel she should ultimately be with Jordan. They view Jordan and Sparkle as the ideal pairing, similar to the desired pairing of Jess and Jimmy. The hosts plan to keep both couples on their ‘quarterly check-in’ list.
Patreon & Show Wrap Up
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  • Key Takeaway: Jackie’s Patreon content includes her pregnancy vlog and full birth story, with a deep dive on missed pop culture coming soon.
  • Summary: Listeners are directed to Patreon to hear Jackie’s vlog covering the last couple of weeks of her pregnancy and her complete birth story. An additional Patreon episode will feature Jackie giving a deep dive on all the TV news and pop culture she missed. The hosts thanked the audience and reminded them to subscribe on YouTube and follow Jackie Oshry on Instagram before signing off.