The Toast

Taking Accountability on the Road: Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

January 14, 2026

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  • The hosts introduced a new segment called "Coachie's Corner" while also joking about the long delivery time for their merchandise, leading to the suggestion of renaming it "Eternity Merch." 
  • The conversation included a lengthy discussion about the TV show *Tell Me Lies*, speculating on its longevity and the real-life relationship between the lead actors. 
  • The hosts engaged in a lighthearted debate about driving habits, lane changes, and the importance of taking accountability on the road, which was thematically linked to the episode title, *Taking Accountability on the Road*. 
  • The hosts discussed actor Noah Wyle's resemblance to Adam Sandler and his career trajectory, including roles on *ER* and *The Good Wife*. 
  • Jennifer Lawrence's statement that she identifies as a 'stay-at-home mom' was defended by the hosts as reasonable given her relatively light work schedule outside of brief filming and promotion periods. 
  • Nikki Glaser shared a joke she cut from the 2026 Golden Globes monologue concerning Sydney Sweeney's movie *Barbara* (referred to as 'The Christie' in the transcript, but contextually related to her filmography), which was deemed potentially hurtful because the film was a passion project for Sweeney. 

Segments

Podcast Introduction and Merch
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(00:00:03)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts introduced the new segment ‘Coachie’s Corner’ and joked about the slow delivery of their merchandise.
  • Summary: The episode of The Toast opened with the introduction of the hosts and a new segment called ‘Coachie’s Corner.’ The hosts noted that their merchandise takes an ’eternity’ to arrive, leading to a humorous suggestion to rename the merchandise line ‘Eternity Merch.’ The segment also featured a brief discussion about the host wearing a baseball cap for a different vibe.
Tell Me Lies Show Discussion
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(00:02:20)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts debated the appropriate number of seasons for the show Tell Me Lies to maintain narrative dignity.
  • Summary: The hosts discussed their recent viewing of Tell Me Lies, noting the actors’ real-life relationship is convenient for the network. They speculated that the show should conclude around season four to avoid becoming ‘stupid’ with excessive twists. The segment concluded with an observation that art imitating life, and vice versa, is beautiful in the context of the show’s leads.
Hunter Hayes Song Recall
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(00:04:27)
  • Key Takeaway: Listeners can still recall every word to Hunter Hayes’ 2014 hit song ‘I Want Crazy’ despite not hearing it for a decade.
  • Summary: The conversation pivoted to the song ‘I Want Crazy’ by Hunter Hayes after one host made a TikTok using his music. Both hosts demonstrated perfect recall of the lyrics, highlighting the song’s strong impact from 2014. They also praised Hayes’ overall musical talent, including his song ‘Dear God.’
2016 Ugly Photo Trend
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(00:05:51)
  • Key Takeaway: A social media trend involves posting unflattering photos of oneself from 2016, prompting one host to reflect on her past eyeliner style.
  • Summary: The hosts identified a viral trend where people share collages of their ‘ugly’ photos from 2016. One host admitted that 2016 was her ‘ugliest’ year, characterized by thick, poorly applied winged eyeliner. Her partner noted that her partner, Ben, must have truly loved her to overlook that style at the time.
Partying Nostalgia and Anxiety
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(00:08:31)
  • Key Takeaway: Watching depictions of heavy drinking and subsequent anxiety in Tell Me Lies made one host realize she does not miss that era of partying.
  • Summary: Reflecting on past partying eras, one host contrasted her ‘dirty eyeliner vibes’ with a more ‘sophisticated party era’ involving wealthy people. Watching the show Tell Me Lies triggered anxiety related to drinking and hangovers, leading to the conclusion that nostalgia often masks the negative aspects of those times.
Driving Accountability and Near Misses
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(00:10:02)
  • Key Takeaway: Taking accountability while driving involves recognizing when one is wrong during lane changes, even if the car’s warning triangle suggests otherwise.
  • Summary: The hosts discussed the drama involved in changing lanes while driving, with one host admitting she plans turns two steps in advance to avoid errors. She recounted a recent near-fatal lane change where she had to admit fault to another driver. This segment tied back to the episode title by emphasizing the importance of taking accountability on the road.
Parking Mishaps and Studio Drama
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(00:13:26)
  • Key Takeaway: One host received a text alerting her that her car was parked in a reserved spot belonging to a local business owner, necessitating an immediate move.
  • Summary: The hosts shared recent vehicle mishaps, including one host scraping her white car on a curb and another bumping her car on a concrete parking block. The segment was interrupted when one host realized she had parked in a spot reserved for a business owner at the studio complex, requiring immediate action.
Sponsor Reads: Container Store, Squarespace, Legacy Box, AG1
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(00:23:51)
  • Key Takeaway: The Container Store offers organizational solutions using code TOAST for a discount, while Squarespace provides an all-in-one website platform using the same code.
  • Summary: Sponsor reads promoted The Container Store for home organization, offering a discount with code TOAST, and Squarespace for building professional websites, also offering 10% off with code TOAST. Legacy Box was highlighted as the solution for digitizing old home movies and photos, offering 55% off via a specific URL. Finally, AG1 was promoted as a comprehensive daily nutritional supplement, with a special offer including a free duffel bag upon subscription.
Jessica Simpson Tuna Collaboration
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(00:29:59)
  • Key Takeaway: Jessica Simpson announced a collaboration with Chicken of the Sea 22 years after the iconic reality TV moment where she questioned if the product was chicken or tuna.
  • Summary: The hosts reacted to Jessica Simpson’s announcement of a collaboration with Chicken of the Sea, noting the timing felt late given the original 22-year-old moment. They debated the confusing brand name, comparing it to ‘cookies of earth’ for chips. The hosts affirmed their love for Jessica Simpson, with one claiming they share a birthday.
Toasty Lions Award Review
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(00:33:10)
  • Key Takeaway: The ‘Toasty Lions’ list, which recognizes smart brand partnerships, currently includes Lindsay Hubbard for Kleinfeld and Kristen Cavallari’s e-show podcast tour, though the latter was marked for deletion.
  • Summary: The ‘Toasty Lions’ are awards for the best in smart marketing and brand collaborations. Current cemented entries include Lindsay Hubbard’s partnership with Kleinfeld and Ryan Merriman’s ad for Samsung Smart House. The list is considered ‘slacking,’ and the hosts decided to strike through Kristen Cavallari’s entry rather than fully erase it from history.
Kylie Kelce on Donna Kelce’s Secrecy
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(00:36:40)
  • Key Takeaway: Kylie Kelce respects Donna Kelce’s decision to withhold ‘inside scoop’ details about her time on The Traitors from the family.
  • Summary: Kylie Kelce confirmed that Donna Kelce kept details about her performance on The Traitors private, which Kylie respects to maintain the show’s mystery. The hosts speculated that Donna likely performed poorly, explaining her tight-lipped approach. They also discussed whether Taylor Swift watches reality TV, concluding she likely watches The Traitors to support Donna.
Chris Noth Slams SJP’s Honor
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(00:42:48)
  • Key Takeaway: Chris Noth appeared to publicly support the sentiment of ‘Fuck SJP and her award’ in response to a fan comment on his workout post.
  • Summary: Chris Noth posted a gym photo with the caption ‘Fuck New Year’s,’ prompting a fan to suggest he meant ‘Fuck SJP and her award,’ to which he replied ‘Right.’ The hosts noted that Sarah Jessica Parker recently received the Carol Burnett Award at the Golden Globes. They also recalled that Noth was cut from And Just Like That following sexual assault allegations, suggesting his current stance aligns with his known grievances.
Noah Wyle Acting Career Speculation
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(00:45:10)
  • Key Takeaway: Noah Wyle, known for ER, was speculated to have appeared in The Good Wife alongside Julianna Margulies.
  • Summary: The hosts speculated about Noah Wyle’s acting roles outside of his primary show, suggesting he might have been in a CSI series or The Good Wife. Julianna Margulies’ name was mentioned in connection with The Good Wife, which ended in 2016. The actor from The Pit, Noah Wyle, was noted for looking like a good-looking Adam Sandler.
Jennifer Lawrence Stay-at-Home Mom Identity
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(00:48:55)
  • Key Takeaway: Jennifer Lawrence identifies as a stay-at-home mom, clarifying that her hectic schedule is limited to about four weeks a year for filming and promotion.
  • Summary: Jennifer Lawrence stated she identifies as a stay-at-home mom, noting that her filming schedule is calm, involving only work, sleep, and repetition. The two weeks of promotion following filming are considered hectic, but the rest of the time she is available. The hosts found her perspective sweet and understandable, contrasting it with their own preference for leaving the house with their children.
Nikki Glaser’s Cut Golden Globes Joke
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(00:51:08)
  • Key Takeaway: Nikki Glaser cut a joke about Sydney Sweeney’s movie Barbara grossing only $14 because Sweeney was absent and the film was a serious passion project.
  • Summary: Nikki Glaser revealed a joke she cut from the 2026 Golden Globes monologue, shared on Howard Stern, concerning Sydney Sweeney’s film where she played a lesbian and supposedly ‘bounced around in tiny shorts.’ The joke targeted the film’s reported $14 box office gross, but was cut because Sweeney was not present and the movie was her serious passion project. The hosts agreed the joke was well-written but potentially demeaning, especially given Sweeney’s recent actions meeting with hostages.