The Toast

Meghan Markle, Meghan Sparkle: Friday, October 24th, 2025

October 24, 2025

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  • Host Jackie is beginning her maternity leave, with the first two weeks of guest hosts being unbooked and featuring friends and family, while the latter half of November and December are secured with 'big guns.' 
  • The hosts discussed the major spoiler that *Love Is Blind* star Sparkle Megan was photographed with a mystery man and a baby, which supports the theory that she entered the experiment earnestly. 
  • The hosts praised the new season of *Nobody Wants This* and noted that Khloé Kardashian's storyline in the latest *The Kardashians* episode, particularly her three-year celibacy, was a highlight of the episode. 
  • The hosts express strong admiration for Khloé Kardashian's perceived balance between work and motherhood, contrasting her style with that of Kourtney and Kim Kardashian. 
  • The current dynamic among the Kardashian sisters appears strained, with the hosts noting a shift where Kim and Khloé seem closer, leaving Kourtney out, which contrasts with earlier seasons. 
  • The hosts highly praised the recent episode of *The Kardashians*, particularly appreciating Kendall Jenner's unique entrance on a horse and Scott Disick's expressed desire to move to New York, despite his constraints regarding his children. 

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Maternity Leave & Hosting Plans
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  • Key Takeaway: Host Jackie’s final episode before maternity leave confirms the next two weeks of guest hosts are unbooked, relying on friends and family.
  • Summary: Host Jackie is taking maternity leave, noting that the first two weeks of her absence are intentionally unbooked to accommodate the unpredictable birth timing. The latter half of November and December are confirmed to have ‘slaying’ content with scheduled guests. Jackie expressed a strong preference for podcasting only with Claudia, stating she has zero desire to host with anyone else.
Pregnancy Pain & Birth Talk
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  • Key Takeaway: SPD (Symphysis Pubic Dysfunction) pain during pregnancy is described as potentially more painful than childbirth itself.
  • Summary: The hosts shared experiences regarding the difficulty of waking up early while pregnant due to disrupted sleep cycles. Jackie received outreach from listeners suffering from SPD, validating her pain which is often dismissed by medical professionals. One listener shared an anecdote where a midwife claimed SPD pain surpasses that of unmedicated childbirth.
Hospital vs. Home Birth
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  • Key Takeaway: The risk of casualties associated with home births makes them not worth considering, especially for those needing medical intervention like an epidural for SPD.
  • Summary: Jackie confirmed she needs an epidural due to her SPD, making her uninterested in natural or home birth options. Claudia expressed interest in natural birth out of curiosity but ultimately agreed that the risk of needing a hospital and not being near one is too high. Both agreed that hospital stays post-birth are horrible, with the best day being the one they returned home.
Podcast Purpose and Content
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts value creating purposeful content that fosters dialogue and opens minds, contrasting this with work that feels purely transactional.
  • Summary: Claudia stated that podcasting with Jackie does not feel like work because it is fun and purposeful. They emphasized the importance of constantly creating content that opens minds and hearts. The hosts acknowledged that having purpose in their work is crucial, contrasting it with the potential difficulty of feeling purposeless.
Nobody Wants This Review
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  • Key Takeaway: The lead actress in Nobody Wants This (Morgan) bears an uncanny resemblance to Sarah Foster, and the show is a near ‘copy and paste’ adaptation.
  • Summary: Both hosts are enjoying the new season of Nobody Wants This, which is currently available on Netflix. They noted the strong resemblance between the actress playing the sister (Morgan) and Sarah Foster. The show is described as a literal ‘copy and paste’ adaptation of the source material, with minor differences like the husband not being a rabbi.
Parenting Bedtime Habits
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  • Key Takeaway: A pre-parenthood prediction that parents avoid getting into bed until it is strictly time for sleep has proven 1,000% true for the hosts.
  • Summary: Claudia noted that her prediction about avoiding the bed until bedtime has been completely validated since becoming a parent. She mentioned that she used to lie in bed all day but now avoids getting under the covers until 8 PM. This observation was previously featured in Claudia’s comedy special.
Skims Underwear Endorsement
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  • Key Takeaway: The Skims Fits Everybody Full Brief is highly recommended for comfortable, full coverage without visible panty lines, even for those who prefer not to wear ‘granny panties.’
  • Summary: Skims underwear is praised for making the foundation of one’s outfit feel defining. The hosts specifically recommend the Fits Everybody Full Brief for full coverage, comfort, and avoiding wrinkles under leggings. The brand is also approved for supporting larger busts.
Origins Cleansing Bomb Review
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  • Key Takeaway: The Origins Youthtopia Apple Butter Cleansing Bomb is a luxurious, multi-phase cleanser that effectively removes impurities without stripping the skin.
  • Summary: The new product from Origins’ Youthtopia line transforms from a buttery bomb to an oil, then to a milk upon rinsing. It is formulated with upcycled, cold-pressed apple seed oil and over 40% plant-derived oils. Listeners are assured their skin will feel silky and nourished, not dry or ‘crusty,’ after use.
ATT Connectivity Guarantee
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(00:13:33)
  • Key Takeaway: ATT offers a connectivity guarantee where they proactively fix issues without requiring the customer to call or navigate chaos.
  • Summary: ATT emphasizes dependable connectivity backed by a guarantee that proactively resolves problems. This service aims to eliminate the need for customers to call or deal with service chaos. Details regarding this guarantee are available at ATT.com/guarantee.
Merit Beauty Favorites
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  • Key Takeaway: Merit Beauty’s Blush Bomb is their best-selling product, selling one every 30 seconds in 2024, and is recommended as the best introductory product.
  • Summary: Merit Beauty provides minimalist makeup designed for quick routines, appealing to busy individuals. The Blush Bomb delivers a natural glow and is highly popular, while the Minimalist stick offers quick, non-layered coverage. New customers receive a free signature makeup bag with their first order at MeritBeauty.com.
Love Is Blind Sparkle Baby News
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(00:15:57)
  • Key Takeaway: Love Is Blind star Sparkle Megan was spotted with a mystery man and a newborn baby, suggesting she is now a mother outside of her relationship with Jordan.
  • Summary: Photos obtained by Page Six show an unidentified man carrying an infant entering and exiting Sparkle Megan’s Denver home. This news strongly implies she is a mother, which will likely shock her former partner, Jordan, during the reunion. The hosts celebrated this development, viewing it as proof of Sparkle’s earnest desire for commitment.
Susan Boyle Transformation
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(00:24:51)
  • Key Takeaway: Susan Boyle debuted an ‘unrecognizable’ new look featuring a blonde bob and blunt bangs at the Pride of Britain Awards.
  • Summary: The Britain’s Got Talent star stunned fans with her dramatic transformation, appearing cute and ‘snatched.’ The hosts played a clip of her iconic audition, noting that her initial viral success was partly due to the shock factor of her unassuming appearance contrasting with her angelic voice. Susan Boyle was added to the podcast’s ‘Dream Guests’ list.
Jelly Roll Cheating Confession
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(00:29:21)
  • Key Takeaway: Jelly Roll publicly confessed on a podcast to having an affair on his wife, Bunny XO, during a period of heavy drug use and bad influences, stating the relationship is now stronger.
  • Summary: Jelly Roll admitted to the affair on the Human School podcast, calling it one of the worst moments of his adulthood. He attributed the transgression to hanging around people who were also cheating and using cocaine. The hosts praised his accountability and growth, noting that changing his entire life was necessary for the repair.
NBA Gambling Scandal Details
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(00:34:00)
  • Key Takeaway: NBA figures, including Hornets guard Terry Rosier and Trailblazers coach Chauncey Billups, were indicted in a federal investigation involving insider sports betting and mafia-linked rigged poker games.
  • Summary: The scandal involves tens of millions of dollars in fraud across a multi-year investigation connected to New York mafia families. Billups is alleged to have told a defendant that Portland would be tanking a game and holding out players, allowing for illegal betting. The hosts admitted confusion but recognized the severity of risking NBA careers for gambling gains.
Saks Holiday Shopping Prep
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(00:37:50)
  • Key Takeaway: Saks Fifth Avenue is positioned as the go-to destination for personal holiday looks, gifts for picky people, and hosting needs across all categories.
  • Summary: The ad copy is shifting toward the holiday season, making Saks Fifth Avenue a relevant shopping destination. The store offers inspiration for personal style, gift guides, and decor for holiday parties. Saks covers men’s, women’s, kids’, beauty, and home categories.
Nurture Life Meal Service
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(00:39:17)
  • Key Takeaway: Nurture Life is the only kids’ meal brand that tests all meals for heavy metals, offering fresh, fully cooked meals ready in one minute for ages 10 months to 10 years.
  • Summary: Nurture Life provides nutritious meals and snacks that children enjoy, supporting parents by offering quick dinner solutions. The service delivers fresh meals in refrigerated packaging, and parents can use code ’toast’ for 55% off their first order plus free shipping.
Nature Sunshine Brain Edge Focus
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(00:40:50)
  • Key Takeaway: Nature’s Sunshine Brain Edge uses wild-harvested Yerbamate and nootropics to support focus and cognitive performance without the jitters or crash associated with standard caffeine.
  • Summary: The product is designed to enhance concentration and mental stamina using ingredients like bacopa and ginkgo. Yerbamate provides sustained energy sourced ethically by Indigenous communities in South American rainforests. Listeners can receive 20% off their first order using code ’toast’ at naturesunshine.com.
Kardashians Episode Recap
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(00:45:32)
  • Key Takeaway: The latest The Kardashians episode was highly entertaining, showcasing Kim opening up vaguely about Kanye and highlighting Chloe’s balanced lifestyle as the most relatable sister.
  • Summary: Kim addressed her difficulties with Kanye, seemingly deciding now is the time to speak about it in vague terms, which the hosts found intentional but slightly performative given her choice to film the scripted show. Chloe was praised for balancing work and motherhood effectively, contrasting with Kim’s perceived over-commitment to filming and Courtney’s complete withdrawal from work.
Khloé’s Work-Life Balance
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  • Key Takeaway: Khloé Kardashian is praised for effectively balancing professional commitments with prioritizing time at home.
  • Summary: Khloé is seen as filling her professional cup while maximizing her privilege to choose her work schedule. Her style and home aesthetic are described as normal and desirable, unlike the more extreme styles of her sisters. This contrasts with Courtney, who is perceived as doing the least work.
Kardashian Sister Dynamics Shift
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(00:51:23)
  • Key Takeaway: The long-standing dynamic where Kourtney and Khloé excluded Kim has reversed, now showing Kim and Khloé aligning against Kourtney.
  • Summary: The relationship between Kourtney and Kim is considered largely over, though they have set aside differences. The hosts note that while Kourtney and Khloé used to exclude Kim, the current dynamic often features Kim and Khloé together, leaving Kourtney out. Khloé has recently been shown beefing with Kim over prioritizing her children while traveling.
Kourtney’s Natural Aging
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  • Key Takeaway: Kourtney Kardashian appears to be aging more naturally than her sisters due to her commitment to avoiding Botox and filler.
  • Summary: Kourtney is commended for walking the walk regarding her non-toxic lifestyle claims, as she appears closer to her actual age than her siblings. This is attributed to her commitment to avoiding Botox and filler, which the hosts consider toxic. Her natural aging process is respected, even if it makes her look slightly older than Kim.
Plastic Surgery Confessions
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  • Key Takeaway: The family is now openly discussing cosmetic procedures, such as Kim’s facelift coinciding with the fires and Kylie’s boob job.
  • Summary: The hosts appreciate the family leaning into discussing cosmetic procedures, referencing Kim’s facelift and Kylie’s recent admission about her breast augmentation. They suggest it would have been more powerful if they had discussed body modifications years ago when they set beauty standards. The conversation pivots to discussing the significance of discussing ’the ass’ now that others are openly doing so.
El Dorado House Memories
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  • Key Takeaway: The El Dorado house holds significant, positive memories for the family, despite its decor now appearing dated.
  • Summary: The Miranda Priestly-themed production quality was highly praised as a fun project for the office staff. The hosts relate strongly to Chris Jenner’s emotional postpartum state during their time in the El Dorado house. The house is considered to have good juju, and its sale is viewed as a potential indicator of recession, especially since Kim lived there with Kanye and their baby.
Kendall and Kylie’s Episode Presence
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(00:56:27)
  • Key Takeaway: Kendall Jenner provided the most engaging content in the episode, while Kylie Jenner offered minimal contribution.
  • Summary: Kendall’s arrival on horseback was highlighted as the coolest, most unique moment of the episode, showcasing her quirky personality. Kylie is criticized for giving the audience ’literally nothing’ and potentially not earning her paycheck from the show. The hosts noted Kylie’s children were not visibly present at the family dinner.
Rob and Caitlin’s Return
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(00:57:00)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts desire more screen time for Caitlin Jenner but express indifference toward Rob Kardashian returning unless he genuinely wants to participate.
  • Summary: The hosts want Caitlin to reconcile with Chris Jenner because their combined scenes make the show must-watch television. They feel Caitlin was the ‘man of the house’ and essential to the El Dorado house narrative. Regarding Rob, the hosts wish him well but are not actively missing his presence on the show.
Scott Disick’s Future Concerns
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  • Key Takeaway: Scott Disick expressed a desire to move to New York, which the hosts believe is impractical due to his children remaining in California.
  • Summary: Scott sharing his wish to move to New York was viewed as a sad subplot because his family ties are in California. The hosts believe Scott needs a wife and family structure, perhaps a ’nice Jewish wife,’ to provide stability. He is currently stuck in a position where he is close to the Kardashians but cannot fully commit to leaving California.
Julia Fox Campaign Critique
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  • Key Takeaway: Kim Kardashian’s joke suggestion to use Kris Jenner and Corey Gamble in the libido gummy campaign would have been a superior marketing move to the Julia Fox collaboration.
  • Summary: Kourtney called Kim to ask permission to use Julia Fox for the ‘Let Me Play’ gummy campaign, which Kim joked should feature Kris and Corey. The Julia Fox collaboration is dismissed as a forgettable, random flash in the pan. Kim’s joke idea is praised as a better business move, highlighting her acumen as a businesswoman.
Sisterly Love vs. Meanness
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  • Key Takeaway: The current insults exchanged between the sisters sound mean because the underlying closeness that previously balanced their barbs is absent.
  • Summary: The sisters appear less close, often seeming like strangers who only interact during filming, similar to un-friendly reality show cast members. When they were close, insults like Kim calling others clowns were balanced by sisterly love. Kourtney’s recent judgmental comments about heels, despite her own non-conformist stance, sound mean because the love to balance them is missing.
Family Dinner Attire Critique
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  • Key Takeaway: Kim Kardashian’s choice of a corset, capris, and wedges for a casual family dinner was deemed inappropriate for the backyard setting.
  • Summary: While full glam is expected for filming, Kim’s specific outfit was considered uncomfortable and inappropriate for the vibe of the backyard dinner. Khloé and Kylie, in contrast, looked amazing and were dressed appropriately for the occasion. The hosts noted that Kylie looked great but barely spoke during the segment.
Queenie and Weenie Awards
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  • Key Takeaway: Susan Boyle is awarded Queenie of the Week for her stunning new look, while Ben Simmons’ sister receives Weenie of the Week for her TikTok behavior.
  • Summary: Susan Boyle’s unrecognizable new look earned her the Queenie award, though she was an honorable mention previously. Claudia Oshry awards New York City as her personal Queenie for its crisp, festive atmosphere during Christmas time, urging listeners to oppose Zorand Mamdani in the upcoming mayoral race. Ben Simmons’ sister’s illusory TikTok behavior was deemed the week’s most egregious Weenie behavior, eclipsing Selena Gomez’s repeated actions.