The Toast

Smartless Presents - Peerless: Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026

February 3, 2026

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  • The hosts, Jackie Oshry and Claudia Oshry, welcome a guest named Jacqueline Folet and spend significant time discussing personal updates, including shopping trips and the recent experience of taking a bath. 
  • The hosts discuss the news of Kelly Clarkson ending her talk show after seven seasons, viewing it as a positive move allowing her to prioritize family and return to music. 
  • The hosts defend Jason Bateman and Smartless against backlash regarding questions posed to Charlie XCX about not wanting children, arguing that open conversation is necessary and that the context was lost online. 
  • The hosts express strong opinions on Michael Jackson's music, particularly favoring the Cimmarelli and Glee versions of certain songs, and debate whether to see the new Michael Jackson biopic. 
  • The hosts strongly advise the 'Dear Toasters' letter writer to rehome their deceased mother-in-law's problematic cat immediately due to the impending arrival of a baby. 
  • The hosts advise the shy toaster who is attracted to her dentist to research his marital status first, be prepared to switch dentists, and then confidently ask him out at her final appointment, explicitly warning against using Instagram DMs. 

Segments

Hosts Welcome and Shirt Talk
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(00:00:03)
  • Key Takeaway: Jackie Oshry purchased a new, reasonably priced shirt from Mango, prompting discussion about clothing sizing limitations at the store.
  • Summary: The episode opens with the hosts welcoming guest Jacqueline Folet. Jacqueline immediately draws attention to her new shirt, which she sourced from Mango. She praised Mango for offering reasonably priced, non-ugly clothing but criticized their limited sizing options (only small, medium, large).
Mall Experience and Nostalgia
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(00:01:51)
  • Key Takeaway: Traditional malls are struggling unless they transform into entertainment destinations like the American Dream Mall, which itself faces financial ruin.
  • Summary: The hosts express nostalgia for malls, noting their decline unless they incorporate theme park elements like the American Dream Mall. They mention that even the American Dream Mall is reportedly suffering financial despair despite outward appearances. Jacqueline shared a successful personal shopping trip where she found items at stores like Mango and Aerie.
Bathing Habits and Pillow Review
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(00:03:47)
  • Key Takeaway: Jacqueline took her first bath in over a year due to body aches, and a gifted bath pillow proved inconvenient due to maintenance requirements.
  • Summary: Jacqueline revealed she took a rare, hot bath to soothe body aches following a recent doctor’s appointment. She noted that washing hair in the tub is an Olympic sport, requiring her to avoid wetting it. A bath pillow gifted by Taylor Strecker was ultimately discarded because it became smelly and required too much effort to air dry after each use.
Taylor Strecker’s New Dad Role
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(00:06:31)
  • Key Takeaway: Taylor Strecker is embracing a ‘dad’ identity following the birth of her child, partly due to an error on the birth certificate listing ‘dad’ instead of ‘parent two’.
  • Summary: The hosts checked in on Taylor Strecker, noting she is calling herself ‘dad’ after welcoming her newborn. This identity shift is humorously linked to a clerical error on the birth certificate that listed ‘dad’ instead of the expected ‘parent two’. Taylor is reportedly taking on fatherly roles like night feedings and diaper duty.
Calendar Structure Discussion
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(00:07:46)
  • Key Takeaway: February 2026 is a ‘historic’ month because it contains exactly four full weeks (28 days), starting on a Sunday and ending on a Saturday.
  • Summary: The conversation pivoted to the structure of February 2026, which consists of exactly 28 days. This means the month is composed of four perfect, complete weeks, starting on a Sunday and ending on a Saturday. This perfect alignment is considered ideal for planners and calendar organization.
Rascal Flatts Concert Expectations
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(00:13:24)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts are attending a Rascal Flatts concert and made three specific demands to the band regarding tickets, setlist additions, and performance style.
  • Summary: Jacqueline confirmed her extended stay in Florida is partly due to an upcoming Rascal Flatts concert, which she expects to be a great show despite recent viral clips showing Gary LeVox having an off-key performance. She requested 10 front-row tickets, the addition of her favorite Rascal Flatts song to the setlist, and asked Gary LeVox to stop handing the microphone to the crowd during the best parts of songs.
Smartless Backlash Defense
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(00:32:45)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts defended Jason Bateman and Smartless against claims of inappropriate questioning toward Charlie XCX regarding her decision not to have children, asserting the question was contextually relevant.
  • Summary: Jason Bateman faced backlash for pressing Charlie XCX about her childless stance after she mentioned growing up as an only child. The hosts argued that the question was relevant given the preceding topic and that Charlie did not appear offended. They stressed that podcasters should not have to ‘walk on eggshells’ and that Smartless’s format involves surprising co-hosts with guests.
Celebrity Offspring Union News
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(00:38:47)
  • Key Takeaway: Eddie Murphy’s son, Eric Murphy, and Martin Lawrence’s daughter, Jasmine Lawrence, are expecting their first child less than a year after marrying.
  • Summary: The hosts shared the news that Eric Murphy and Jasmine Lawrence are expecting their first baby together. This union connects two major comedy families, though Jacqueline admitted she was unaware they were married. The hosts anticipate the baby will face pressure to be funny, given their famous lineage.
Michael Jackson Music & Biopic
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(00:43:59)
  • Key Takeaway: The Cimmarelli version of the Jackson 5 song is highly regarded by the hosts, and Miles Teller’s appearance in a Michael Jackson documentary in a wig was surprising.
  • Summary: The hosts praise a specific Jackson 5 song, noting they know all the words due to the Cimmarelli version, and mention that Miles Teller was rumored to be cast as Michael Jackson in a movie, which caused backlash.
Sponsor Segment: ClearSTEM Skincare
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(00:48:05)
  • Key Takeaway: ClearStem is an acne brand that uniquely combines internal supplements and topical products, avoiding pore-clogging ingredients, with its viral bestseller being the Mind Body Skin supplement.
  • Summary: ClearStem offers a routine targeting breakouts inside and out using nutritional supplements and topical products, contrasting with most anti-aging products that cause breakouts or anti-acne products that age the skin. Listeners can receive 15% off their first order using code ’toast’ at clearstem.com/slash toast.
Sponsor Segment: Boll & Branch Bedding
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(00:49:33)
  • Key Takeaway: Boll & Branch signature sheets are made from 100% organic cotton, improve softness with every wash, and effectively regulate temperature for year-round use.
  • Summary: Boll & Branch bedding, including their signature sheets and waffle blankets, is woven by artisans using 100% organic cotton. The sheets are known for their buttery soft feel, temperature regulation, and ability to get softer with every wash. Customers can get 15% off their first set of sheets, plus free shipping, at bollandbranch.com/slash toast.
Sponsor Segment: Quit with Jones
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(00:50:54)
  • Key Takeaway: Quit with Jones offers a science-backed alternative to vaping/pouches using a discreet, tasty mint and a supportive app to help users manage cravings, boosting quit rates by over 40%.
  • Summary: Quit with Jones provides a non-toxic alternative to nicotine products via a discreet mint taken when cravings hit, supported by an app featuring games and community connection to help ride out the typical 60-second cravings. Using code ’toast’ at quitwithjones.com/slash toast grants $10 off the personalized quitting journey.
Whitney Leavitt’s Broadway Debut
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(00:52:25)
  • Key Takeaway: Whitney Leavitt successfully debuted as Roxie in Chicago on Broadway, confirming her singing ability after much anticipation from her followers.
  • Summary: Clips of Whitney Leavitt singing ‘Roxie’ in Chicago were shared online, validating her talent after she had previously teased her singing abilities. The hosts noted that many ‘girlies’ attended the performance, and they reflected on the shifting public perception of Whitney following her time on Dancing with the Stars.
Mom Talk Fame Comparison
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(00:56:03)
  • Key Takeaway: Taylor Frankie Paul remains the leader of ‘Mom Talk’ due to her foundational role and higher follower count on Instagram, despite Whitney Leavitt’s recent surge in fame from Broadway.
  • Summary: Taylor Frankie Paul currently leads Whitney Leavitt in Instagram followers (2.2M vs 1.5M), though Whitney has more TikTok followers (3.4M vs 6M). The hosts maintain Taylor is the leader of ‘Mom Talk’ because her activities are always in service of the group, whereas Whitney is pursuing success outside of Utah and the group’s context.
Advice: Keeping Cat After Husband’s Mom Died
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(00:57:48)
  • Key Takeaway: The pregnant letter writer must get rid of the aggressive, spiteful cat inherited from her husband’s late mother, as it poses a risk to the incoming baby and the existing dog.
  • Summary: The hosts unequivocally advise removing the cat, especially given the writer’s pregnancy, citing potential health risks (germs) and the animal’s aggressive behavior toward the other cat and dog. The husband is responsible for rehoming the cat to a family member rather than a shelter, and the writer should state her needs firmly, as this is a ‘pregnocracy.’
Advice: Pursuing Attractive Dentist
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(00:59:40)
  • Key Takeaway: The shy toaster should be prepared to switch dentists if necessary and must confirm the attractive dentist is single before making a direct move at the end of an appointment, avoiding social media contact.
  • Summary: The hosts strongly advise against having a roommate DM the dentist on Instagram, emphasizing that the toaster must be willing to find a new dentist if pursuing him professionally is inappropriate. The best approach is to confidently ask if he is seeing anyone at the end of a final appointment, after confirming he is not married via his professional website.
Advice: Hiding Ozempic Use From Boyfriend
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(01:06:10)
  • Key Takeaway: The letter writer should disclose her Ozempic use to her boyfriend of two years, as secrecy creates an unhealthy dynamic, and the relationship should be tested on its capacity for supporting fundamental disagreements.
  • Summary: While the writer is entitled to medical privacy, the hosts argue that hiding medication use from a long-term partner is problematic, especially if he finds out later, implying wrongdoing. They suggest telling him serves as a crucial test of whether he can respect and support her choices, even if he disagrees with his family’s holistic values.