The Toast

Thanksgiving Personality Hires with Margo Oshry: Tuesday, November 25th, 2025

November 25, 2025

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  • The hosts opened the episode of The Toast with lighthearted banter about Margo Oshry's professional appearance versus Claudia Oshry's postpartum travel attire, leading to a discussion on office dress codes. 
  • Margo Oshry shared details about her recent trip to the CMA Awards, noting the positive, less serious atmosphere among country artists compared to pop stars, and the political maneuvering involved in red carpet appearances. 
  • The 'Fast Five Stories' segment began with news about Taylor Swift reportedly filming a music video for 'Elizabeth Taylor' in the UK, and Emily Mariko's highly praised pregnancy announcement which cleverly referenced past internet lore about a liquid pumpkin pie. 
  • The hosts discuss the public scrutiny surrounding Lizzo's weight loss while simultaneously criticizing the tendency for people to 'yuck each other's yums' regarding personal choices. 
  • The 'Dear Toasters' segment featured a serious situation where a 19-year-old listener discovered her aunt's new boyfriend (42) had hooked up with her when she was 14, prompting immediate advice to contact the police due to the age difference. 
  • The advice segment also covered a listener whose husband's brother charges $25 for family holiday dinners, with the hosts ultimately advising the listener to pay the fee to maintain family peace, despite acknowledging the social awkwardness. 

Segments

Opening Banter and Appearance Critique
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(00:00:20)
  • Key Takeaway: Claudia Oshry humorously accused Margo Oshry of looking like a ‘high-class hooker’ due to her outfit being partially obscured on camera.
  • Summary: The episode of The Toast opened with Margo Oshry being complimented on her professional attire, which Claudia Oshry noted looked overly glamorous when only seen from the chest up. Margo explained she was wearing a matching trouser set with culottes and loafers, contrasting with Claudia’s postpartum airport attire. The exchange highlighted differing professional dress standards between industries like finance and fashion.
CMA Awards Recap and Industry Vibe
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(00:04:04)
  • Key Takeaway: Country music artists are perceived as down-to-earth and less serious compared to pop artists, contrasting sharply with the strict politics of red carpet publicists.
  • Summary: Margo Oshry detailed her experience at the CMA Awards, noting that the glam team from the ACMs was responsible for her look. She observed that country artists generally do not take themselves too seriously, unlike some in the pop industry. Margo also recounted having to confront a publicist over time constraints on the red carpet, illustrating the competitive nature of media appearances.
Holiday Decor and Gentile Traditions
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(00:07:33)
  • Key Takeaway: Shannon’s home was described as a warm, ‘Hallmark home’ featuring seven Christmas trees, prompting a debate on acceptable levels of holiday decor for non-Christian traditions.
  • Summary: Margo praised Shannon’s home decor, noting the presence of seven Christmas trees, which prompted Claudia to consider incorporating more holiday decorations. Claudia expressed concern that Jackie Oshry might be judgmental about her decorating choices if they leaned too heavily into traditional Christmas themes, like using red and green ribbons.
Podcast Studio Comfort and Programming Update
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(00:08:56)
  • Key Takeaway: The current studio setup, including the table and acoustics, allows Claudia Oshry to feel relaxed and be her funniest self while recording The Toast.
  • Summary: Claudia praised the comfort of podcasting in the current studio, noting it allows her to relax her appearance standards, unlike when she is on camera. She also mentioned that she recently had to cut her long nails, which she found useful for picking her baby’s nose. Claudia then provided a programming update, announcing this would be the final episode of the week for Thanksgiving break and confirming the inclusion of four ‘Dear Toasters’ advice segments.
Sponsor Reads and Wi-Fi Solutions
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(00:11:07)
  • Key Takeaway: Eero Wi-Fi systems are recommended for eliminating dead spots, with a special Black Friday offer of 20% off using code Toast20.
  • Summary: The segment included sponsor reads for Eero, which was praised for easily fixing a dead spot in Claudia’s new apartment, and Cozy Earth bamboo sheets, noted for their cooling properties perfect for couples who overheat while cuddling. Legacy Box was also promoted as a sentimental gift idea for digitizing old home media.
Taylor Swift Music Video Rumors
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(00:17:18)
  • Key Takeaway: Taylor Swift reportedly flew to the UK to film a music video for her song ‘Elizabeth Taylor,’ potentially inviting guests from her Graham Norton appearance.
  • Summary: The first story covered rumors that Taylor Swift was filming a top-secret music video in London for ‘Elizabeth Taylor,’ which is Margo’s favorite song on the album. The hosts noted that Taylor Swift seems less secretive now than in the past regarding her releases. They also discussed the historical significance of the location, noting Elizabeth Taylor was a British-American icon.
Emily Mariko’s Pregnancy Announcement
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(00:25:22)
  • Key Takeaway: Emily Mariko announced her second pregnancy by perfectly executing a new pumpkin pie video, finally closing the long-running internet lore about her previous liquid pie failure.
  • Summary: Emily Mariko announced her pregnancy by creating a video where she successfully baked a perfect pumpkin pie, contrasting with a viral video from years ago where her pie was liquidy. The announcement was lauded as the best pregnancy reveal because it addressed and resolved a long-standing piece of internet lore. Margo noted that Emily Mariko appears to be less money-motivated than other influencers, choosing not to capitalize heavily on her viral fame.
Ryan Seacrest and Julianne Hough Reunion
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(00:30:23)
  • Key Takeaway: Ryan Seacrest and his ex-girlfriend Julianne Hough are reuniting to co-host Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2026, which Claudia found surprising given their past relationship.
  • Summary: Julianne Hough is set to co-host the New Year’s Eve broadcast with Ryan Seacrest, despite their past relationship history. Julianne is also hosting the Vegas portion with Rob Gronkowski. Claudia noted that she is now more attuned to New Year’s Eve programming choices as she gets older, preferring competitive options over pre-taped segments.
Lizzo’s Substack Essay on Ozempic
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(00:34:03)
  • Key Takeaway: Lizzo published a Substack essay arguing that the ‘Ozempic boom’ is erasing plus-size women from fashion while simultaneously losing weight herself, which the hosts found hypocritical.
  • Summary: Lizzo’s essay addressed the perceived erasure of plus-size representation in media due to the popularity of weight loss drugs like Ozempic. The hosts pointed out the contradiction, as Lizzo has also lost significant weight, though she claims not to be on Ozempic. Claudia argued that most people in the plus-size community are not fat by choice, explaining the widespread appeal of weight loss solutions.
Lizzo and Weight Loss Scrutiny
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(00:37:07)
  • Key Takeaway: Public criticism is often directed at high-profile figures like Lizzo for weight changes, even when they report feeling happier.
  • Summary: The hosts noted that people often find an issue with others’ personal achievements, specifically referencing Lizzo losing significant weight while still being technically plus-size. They advocated for the principle of ’let’s just not yuck each other’s yums.’ The conversation briefly pivoted to mention Substack as a paid writing platform similar to Patreon, noting its role in launching The Free Press.
Minky Couture Blanket Ad Read
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(00:38:02)
  • Key Takeaway: Minky Couture blankets are positioned as the ‘OG’ and ‘Birkin bag of blankets,’ offering luxurious softness and donating over 100,000 mini blankets to NICUs.
  • Summary: Minky Couture creates the original Hugs blanket, which is stretchy, plush, and double-sided. Listeners can receive 50% off all full-priced items using the code ‘Toast’ at softminkyblankets.com. The brand is also recognized for its charitable efforts, donating blankets to NICUs across the country.
Built Rewards for Renters
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(00:39:30)
  • Key Takeaway: Built Rewards is a loyalty program allowing renters to earn points on rent payments redeemable for travel, hotels, and other purchases.
  • Summary: Built Rewards converts monthly rent payments into points usable for flights, hotels, Lyft rides, and Amazon purchases, helping renters build value instead of just spending money. The points have been ranked highly valuable by The Points Guy, and users unlock benefits from over 45,000 merchants. Listeners can join at joinbuilt.com/slash toast.
Cakes Body Nipple Cover Ad
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(00:41:02)
  • Key Takeaway: Cakes Body, a successful Shark Tank company, provides adhesive nipple covers and supports women’s health causes, including fully funded childcare for employees.
  • Summary: Cakes Body offers products like Sticky Cakes, which are seamless, adhesive nipple covers featuring a non-sticky center called the ’nip nook.’ The company has donated over a million dollars to women’s health causes and recently announced the Cakes Child Care Credit for all employees. Listeners can use code Toast for 20% off at CakesBody.com.
Holiday Dilemma: Aunt’s New Boyfriend
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(00:42:38)
  • Key Takeaway: A listener must decide whether to inform her aunt that her new boyfriend (42) regularly hooked up with the listener (19) five years ago, when he was 37 and she was 14.
  • Summary: The math confirmed the man was 37 when the listener was 14, leading the hosts to strongly suggest calling the police due to the age difference at the time of the hookups. If the age math was a typo, the advice was to be honest with the aunt and avoid communicating with the man. The hosts emphasized that Holocaust denial is a line that should not be crossed in conspiracy theory discussions.
Dilemma: Pay-to-Eat Family Dinner
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(00:45:56)
  • Key Takeaway: A brother charges $25 per person for hosting major family holidays, forcing the listener to choose between paying or skipping the event and upsetting her husband.
  • Summary: While socially awkward, the hosts acknowledged the significant financial and time burden of hosting holidays, suggesting the $25 fee might be justified to cover costs. They advised the listener to pay the fee to keep the peace, noting that refusing to attend would only hurt her and her husband’s relationship with the host. The listener’s lack of hosting in return was also noted.
Dilemma: Hairdresser Content Request
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(00:52:20)
  • Key Takeaway: A hairdresser with a following has never asked to film the listener’s hair, causing the listener to question if she is ‘ugly’ or if the hairdresser is hesitant to ask.
  • Summary: The hosts reassured the listener that the issue is likely not her appearance, as hairdressers can easily film hair from the back without showing the face. They suggested the hairdresser might be cautious about asking clients who are not social media savvy or who she doesn’t know well enough. The listener was advised not to take it personally and to initiate the request herself if she wants a reel made.
Thanksgiving Gratitude Closing
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(00:55:12)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts expressed gratitude for their families, friends, listeners, and business partners, with a notable emphasis on thankfulness to ’the Lord’ or ‘Hashem.’
  • Summary: The closing segment involved both hosts listing things they are thankful for, including family, friends, and their listeners. There was a brief, lighthearted discussion about the Jewish context of using the term ‘Lord’ versus ‘God’ or ‘Hashem’ in expressions of gratitude. They encouraged listeners to subscribe on YouTube and tune in next Monday.