The Toast

Feeling Jerseylicious with Liz Woods: Thursday, October 30th, 2025

October 30, 2025

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  • Liz Woods is co-hosting *The Toast* episode "Feeling Jerseylicious with Liz Woods" after initially declining previous co-hosting opportunities, citing a desire to support smaller creators. 
  • Liz Woods and Jackie Oshry share a strong alignment in pop culture opinions, often stemming from a shared group chat, though Liz notes Jackie is less 'chronically online' than she is. 
  • Ashley Dupree, Alix Earle's stepmom, publicly criticized *Dancing with the Stars* judge Cheryl Burke's scoring of Alix by telling her to 'take more Ozempic,' which the hosts found unnecessary and potentially damaging to Alix's standing on the show. 
  • The hosts discussed Prince Harry's appearance on Hassan Minaj's podcast, finding humor in the Duke of Sussex addressing the rumored Taylor Swift and Charli XCX feud. 
  • The conversation heavily analyzed the *Love Is Blind* reunion, focusing on 'Sparkle Megan' Walerius confirming her baby's birth and the maturity displayed between 'Sparkle Megan' and Jordan, contrasting with the perceived insufferable behavior of other cast members like Madison and Patrick. 
  • The hosts expressed strong opinions regarding Taylor Swift's ongoing beefs and her circle of celebrity friends, particularly noting the awkwardness of Gigi Hadid interacting with Karlie Kloss following recent political events. 

Segments

Co-Host Dynamic Introduction
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(00:00:25)
  • Key Takeaway: Liz Woods previously declined co-hosting The Toast to support smaller creators, but is now ready to join Jackie Oshry.
  • Summary: Liz Woods filled in for Jackie Oshry during maternity leave and is now officially co-hosting. Liz admitted to previously declining the role because she wanted to support smaller creators, though she was ready to join preemptively later. The hosts noted that Liz and Jackie often share the same pop culture opinions, which sometimes puts them against the original host.
Chronic Online Behavior
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(00:03:04)
  • Key Takeaway: Liz Woods and Jackie Oshry are both considered ‘chronically online,’ unlike the original host who draws a line at TikTok.
  • Summary: Liz and Jackie share similar perspectives on pop culture because they are both chronically online, a trait the original host does not share to the same extent. Liz feels she can be more herself when co-hosting with Jackie than when filling in for the original host. Liz spends the most time on Instagram, where she breaks news for Jackie.
Motherhood and Age Comparison
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(00:05:08)
  • Key Takeaway: Liz Woods’ daughter, Ruby, is 5 months old, while the original host’s daughter, Lil, is 10 months old, sharing the same birthday as the original host.
  • Summary: Liz Woods’ daughter is 10 months old, making her five months younger than the original host’s child, Ruby, who shares the original host’s birthday. The original host finds it difficult not to constantly compare their children’s milestones when talking to other mothers. Liz Woods mentioned she is often perceived as older than her actual age due to her maturity, which she attributes to having older sisters.
Billionaire Philanthropy Debate
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(00:08:59)
  • Key Takeaway: The ineffectiveness of large-scale billionaire donations, exemplified by MacKenzie Bezos, raises questions about the impact of charitable giving versus direct aid.
  • Summary: The hosts questioned the impact of MacKenzie Bezos donating $35.5 billion, noting the world remains impoverished, suggesting charitable organizations might be bureaucratic or inefficient. Liz Woods stated that if she were a billionaire, she would prefer to give money directly to individuals rather than large organizations. This idea mirrored a concept discussed on The Good Guys podcast regarding real-life impact.
Lottery Winnings and Curses
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(00:12:37)
  • Key Takeaway: Winning the lottery is viewed as a potential curse because it invariably strains relationships as friends and family begin asking for financial assistance.
  • Summary: The hosts discussed what they would do if they won the lottery, focusing on buying houses and investing the rest. They agreed that winning a large sum is often a curse because it forces the winner to manage requests for money from loved ones. This was illustrated by a Curb Your Enthusiasm reference where paying for tuition opened the floodgates for endless requests.
Ashley Dupree DWTS Drama
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(00:20:00)
  • Key Takeaway: Ashley Dupree publicly attacked Cheryl Burke’s Dancing with the Stars score for Alix Earle, telling Burke to ’take more Ozempic’ on TikTok.
  • Summary: Ashley Dupree made a targeted insult toward Cheryl Burke after Burke gave Alix Earle a 9 instead of a 10, resulting in a 39/40 score. The hosts found the comment nasty, especially since Cheryl Burke had previously been a good guest co-host and had faced scrutiny over her own appearance years prior. The hosts detailed the complex family history involving Alex Earle’s father, Ashley Dupree, and Alex’s mother, noting the family’s current diplomatic relationship is surprising.
Bravo’s Next Gen NYC Casting
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(00:27:10)
  • Key Takeaway: Brooke Shields’ daughter, Rowan Henshi, is filming for Bravo’s Next Gen NYC, a show the hosts feel is cobbled together and potentially too young for them.
  • Summary: Rowan Henshi was spotted filming the second season of the Bravo show focusing on children of famous parents. The hosts believe Ariana Bierman is carrying the show, but they find the inclusion of figures like Brooks Marks makes the premise feel fake. They noted that wealthy New Yorkers generally avoid fame, making casting difficult for Bravo shows set in the city.
White Lotus Season 4 Location
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(00:34:01)
  • Key Takeaway: The fourth season of The White Lotus will reportedly be shot in Paris and the French Riviera at two five-star hotels.
  • Summary: The next season will feature a main location in the French Riviera with a subplot in Paris, similar to the previous season’s structure. The hosts noted the massive impact The White Lotus has on tourism, citing the Italian hotel from Season 2 becoming booked for years afterward. The original host was advised to watch the previous seasons because they are generally better than the most recent one.
Weight Watchers Ad Read
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(00:41:12)
  • Key Takeaway: Weight Watchers modernizes its brand with personalized health solutions, including access to prescription weight loss medication via licensed clinicians.
  • Summary: Weight Watchers offers personalized plans for various life stages, including breastfeeding, weight loss, and maintenance, utilizing a modern app. Listeners can access prescription weight loss medication, such as GLP1s, through licensed clinicians with dietitian guidance. A promo code ‘Toast’ offers $10 off the first month of membership at WeightWatchers.com, valid until December 31st.
Boulevard Software Advertisement
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(00:42:14)
  • Key Takeaway: Boulevard is a client experience platform streamlining operations for self-care businesses using AI-powered tools.
  • Summary: Boulevard integrates booking, payments, and marketing into one platform specifically for appointment-based self-care businesses like salons and spas. The platform features AI-powered scheduling and marketing tools designed to increase booking rates and ROI. New customers can receive 20% off their first-year subscription by visiting joinblvd.com.
Prince Harry Podcast Interview
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(00:43:34)
  • Key Takeaway: Prince Harry was humorously questioned about the Taylor Swift/Charli XCX feud on Hassan Minaj’s podcast, providing rare, lighthearted content.
  • Summary: The Duke of Sussex appeared on the Hassan Minaj Doesn’t Know podcast, where Minaj introduced the Taylor Swift/Charli XCX topic as ‘heavy’ for comedic effect. The hosts noted that this interview was a significant opportunity for Harry to discuss non-controversial topics, as direct discussion of ‘Megxit’ is usually restricted. The segment also speculated on Prince William’s potential reaction, given his known enjoyment of Taylor Swift’s music.
Taylor Swift Beef Analysis
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(00:45:28)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts believe Taylor Swift addressing the Charli XCX ‘beef’ was ‘punching down’ and unnecessary since she had already ‘won’ the conflict.
  • Summary: The hosts generally supported Taylor Swift in the feud but felt addressing it gave Charlie XCX undue relevance by placing her on Taylor’s level. A major criticism of Taylor Swift is her tendency to create songs about past conflicts, such as the Kim and Kanye situation, long after she has achieved victory. The hosts also discussed the potential drama of Taylor Swift attending the Met Gala, noting that many industry figures who have had public issues with her, like Charlie XCX and Karlie Kloss, might also attend.
Gigi Hadid and Karlie Kloss Interaction
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(00:46:42)
  • Key Takeaway: Gigi Hadid publicly supported Karlie Kloss’s new cashmere line by resharing a post featuring Kloss’s newborn, creating an awkward intersection of celebrity circles.
  • Summary: Gigi Hadid reshared a story from Karlie Kloss promoting Kloss’s brand, Guest in Residence, for Kloss’s baby. This interaction is considered wild because it links Taylor Swift’s circle (Gigi and Karlie) with complex political undertones related to the Israel-Palestine conflict, which has previously caused public distance between Gigi and her former step-sisters, the Fosters. The hosts debated whether Taylor Swift should distance herself from friends whose public politics cause controversy, noting Taylor’s philosophy seems to be standing by friends through public cancellation.
Love Is Blind Reunion Discussion
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(00:50:38)
  • Key Takeaway: ‘Sparkle Megan’ Walerius confirmed she welcomed a baby boy two and a half months prior to the reunion, and the maturity between her and Jordan was praised.
  • Summary: Megan confirmed she is now a mother, stating she was ‘meant on this earth to be a mom,’ and the father, identified as ‘Baldini,’ was present in the audience. Jordan’s comment that previous rich partners did not work out, but this relationship might, was highlighted as a ‘sleigh.’ The confrontation between Jordan and Megan was deemed mature, possibly due to their shared experience of parenthood, contrasting sharply with the petty behavior of other cast members.
Reunion Cast Member Critique
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(00:52:08)
  • Key Takeaway: Patrick’s behavior during his confrontation with Casey, where he regurgitated internet points, was heavily criticized as villainous, while Nick received a flattering edit.
  • Summary: Patrick was criticized for acting like Casey’s father and leveraging internet sentiment to position himself as the victim in the breakup, which the hosts found insufferable. Nick, conversely, was seen in a positive light because his apology regarding his attraction to Casey seemed genuine, suggesting he was surprised by his attraction to her despite her not being his traditional type. Annie was praised for her maturity, especially for defending Nick after his thoughtful apology, which contrasted with Casey’s continued skepticism.
KB and Edmund Segment
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(00:58:04)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts sided with KB over Edmund due to his toxic behavior, despite KB relying on notes to recall off-camera events during the reunion.
  • Summary: The hosts found Edmund’s behavior toxic, noting he was exactly as he appeared in the pods but more emotionally animated, which KB did not anticipate. KB was noted for using receipts (notes) to back up her claims, a trope seen in other reality TV reunions like Real Housewives of Potomac. While KB was emotionally regulated, the hosts felt her reliance on notes for an engagement was questionable, though they ultimately sided with her over Edmund’s toxicity.
Ramona Singer Reality Star Status
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(00:59:57)
  • Key Takeaway: Ramona Singer’s recent Halloween post, where she dressed as Marilyn Monroe and wished the President a happy birthday, confirms her status as an essential, unapologetically problematic reality star.
  • Summary: Ramona Singer’s social media activity, including a recent Halloween video, solidifies her role as a caricature who does not care about being ‘woke.’ The hosts believe her complete detachment from reality is a key factor in her success as a reality star, warranting her return to television. She is described as a problematic star who brings an element of unfiltered chaos that current reality television lacks.
Host Wrap Up and Promotion
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(01:00:46)
  • Key Takeaway: Liz Woods is moderating an event for the Jewish National Fund, and Jackie highly recommends following Liz Woods’ detailed Instagram stories.
  • Summary: Liz Woods promoted an upcoming event she will be moderating on behalf of the Jewish National Fund, with details available on her stories. Jackie strongly endorsed following Liz Woods on Instagram (@LizPWoods) for high-quality content, stating she would follow Liz before her co-host Ben. The hosts concluded by promoting the next episode, ‘Toast to Mean.’