The Toast (podcast)

The Toast is an American daily pop culture podcast hosted by sisters Claudia Oshry and Jackie Oshry. Launched in 2018 as a rebrand of their earlier show The Morning Toast, the podcast covers celebrity news, entertainment, internet culture, and lifestyle topics. Known for its conversational tone and recurring segments, The Toast has built a dedicated fanbase referred to as “Toasters.”

Background and history

The podcast originated as The Morning Toast, a weekday morning show hosted by the Oshry sisters.[1] In 2022, the show was rebranded to The Toast following a hiatus and format adjustments.[2] The rebrand marked a shift to a more flexible structure while maintaining its core focus on pop culture commentary.

Claudia Oshry, also known for her online persona “Girl With No Job,” and Jackie Oshry developed the show as an extension of their social media presence.[3]

Format

Episodes of The Toast are typically released on weekdays and feature a mix of structured segments and free-form discussion. A central segment, often referred to by listeners as the “Fast Five,” highlights five trending news stories of the day, usually focused on entertainment and celebrity culture.[4]

Other recurring elements include:

Commentary on reality television, particularly franchises such as The Bachelor and The Real Housewives[5]Personal anecdotes from the hosts Listener engagement and inside jokes unique to the fan community

Reception

The Toast has received attention for its highly engaged audience and strong presence within online fan communities.[6] Supporters praise the hosts’ humor and relatability, while critics have noted controversies related to the hosts’ past public statements and online activity.[7]

Despite mixed critical reception, the podcast has maintained strong listener engagement and has appeared on podcast charts in the comedy and society categories.[8]

Audience and community

Listeners of The Toast refer to themselves as “Toasters” and participate in online communities across social media platforms.[6] The show’s fanbase is known for its loyalty and active discussion of episode content, memes, and recurring jokes.

References

Official podcast archives and early episode listings for The Morning Toast.

Podcast announcements and episode descriptions marking the 2022 rebrand.

Interviews and profiles of Claudia and Jackie Oshry in digital media outlets.

Recurring segment descriptions from podcast episodes.

Episode discussions referencing reality television coverage.

Social media community engagement metrics and fan group activity.

Coverage of host controversies in online media reporting.

Podcast chart listings on platforms such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

External links

Official podcast pages on major streaming platforms and is signed by Dear Media.