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I Love Your Calls, Claudia: Thursday, March 19th, 2026

March 19, 2026

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  • The hosts updated their 'Businessman of the Week' segment to acknowledge that the honorees have inadvertently been men supporting women in business, despite their initial intention to avoid a 'Businesswoman of the Week' segment. 
  • The hosts expressed strong negative opinions regarding the overuse of the word 'narcissist' in popular culture, contrasting it with the actual clinical definition. 
  • The discussion on Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen concluded with a shared concern for Taylor's well-being, viewing her inability to break free from the toxic cycle as potentially dangerous, similar to the character arc in the show *Maid*. 
  • The hosts promoted sponsors Branch Basics (offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit with code Toast) and Wedderspoon Manuka Honey (offering 20% off with code Toast20). 
  • The first photos from the 'Baywatch' reboot set, featuring Brooks Nader, Livvy Dunne, and others in red swimsuits, have dropped, leading to excitement over the cast's appearance despite skepticism about the show's quality. 
  • In 'The Masked Singer' reveals, Judge Mathis was unmasked as 14 Karat Carrot and Evan Ross was revealed as Stingray, prompting speculation about remaining contestants like Pangolin. 

Segments

Hosts’ Simpatico Nature
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(00:00:25)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts noted their spontaneous coordination in wearing jackets, leading to a discussion about their ‘Simpatico nature’ and the concept of ‘Irish twins’.
  • Summary: The hosts observed they were both wearing jackets, prompting a brief reflection on their similar style choices. This led to a comparison of their relationship to ‘Irish twins,’ which Claudia rejected in favor of ‘Simpatico.’ The segment concluded with an agreement that the hosts’ children are being raised like twins.
Businessman of the Week Update
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(00:02:19)
  • Key Takeaway: The ‘Businessman of the Week’ segment is inadvertently celebrating supportive partners, as every honoree has supported a woman in business.
  • Summary: The hosts decided to update the ‘Businessman of the Week’ segment, noting that the honorees (Dr. Mike and Connor) have been men supporting women in business. They acknowledged this trend contradicts their initial stance against a ‘Businesswoman of the Week’ segment, suggesting they are matriarchally inclined to celebrate supportive men. Connor Leavitt was officially named the current honoree.
Overused Language Pet Peeves
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(00:03:36)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts dislike the word ‘humans’ when used casually and strongly object to the over-application of the clinical label ’narcissist’ to merely selfish behavior.
  • Summary: Claudia expressed disdain for the casual use of the word ‘humans,’ while Jackie agreed that ’narcissist’ is being overused to describe people who are simply selfish or conceited. They cited Craig from Southern Charm as an example of someone being incorrectly labeled a narcissist, emphasizing that true narcissism involves sociopathic or psychotic behavior endangering others.
Birth Order and Alphabetical Seating
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(00:05:23)
  • Key Takeaway: Claudia related her childhood experience of being disadvantaged by having a last name starting with ‘O’ in an alphabet-based school system, contrasting it with the experience of having a summer birthday.
  • Summary: The hosts compared the experience of being the oldest or youngest in a grade due to birth month versus alphabetical order. Claudia detailed the difficulty of having a last name starting with ‘O,’ which placed her at the end of the alphabet for school groupings. She considered changing her name to her mother’s maiden name to secure a better alphabetical placement.
Taylor Frankie Paul Investigation Recap
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(00:14:09)
  • Key Takeaway: Following the Southern Charm recap, the hosts expressed deep distrust of Dakota Mortensen’s statement and lost respect for Taylor Frankie Paul’s actions, particularly her continued communication with Dakota while filming The Bachelorette.
  • Summary: Dakota Mortensen broke his silence regarding the domestic assault investigation, stating his priority is protecting his son and maintaining a decent co-parenting relationship with Taylor. The hosts, having watched the season, found Taylor indefensible for her mean behavior toward Miranda and her continued contact with Dakota, especially after the Shania incident. They expressed concern that Taylor is trapped in a cycle similar to the character in Maid and is not receiving the tough love she needs.
Jen and Whitney’s Conflict Analysis
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(00:26:06)
  • Key Takeaway: Jen Affleck’s behavior toward Whitney on Dancing with the Stars was interpreted as stemming from jealousy over Whitney’s superior success and public support, culminating in an unfair confrontation where Jen’s husband intervened.
  • Summary: Jen’s claims against Whitney were deemed illegitimate, fueled by jealousy over Whitney’s success on Dancing with the Stars while Jen was postpartum. The hosts criticized Jen for not congratulating Whitney on her Chicago role and for allowing her husband, Zach, to confront Whitney on her behalf, which was deemed an unfair fight. Whitney was praised for maintaining maturity and keeping her marriage intact despite the drama.
Michaela and Jace Separation
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(00:32:33)
  • Key Takeaway: Jace is labeled the season’s villain for demanding separation from Michaela while she was recovering from childbirth, dealing with health issues, and being the family’s breadwinner.
  • Summary: Michaela and Jace separated shortly after the birth of their newborn, with Jace reportedly pushing for the decision due to intimacy issues, specifically a lack of kisses. The hosts found Jace’s timing disgusting, noting he forced Michaela to leave the house with four other children while she was recovering and managing health issues potentially exacerbated by mold in their home. They suggested Jace may have expected control in the relationship dynamic after impregnating Michaela when she was 16.
Bravo Pauses Miami Housewives
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(00:39:43)
  • Key Takeaway: Bravo pausing The Real Housewives of Miami due to low ratings is a bad call by the network, as the franchise consistently delivers wealthy, engaged, and dramatic content without proper promotion.
  • Summary: The Real Housewives of Miami has been put on pause by Bravo due to low ratings, making it the lowest-rated Housewives show. The hosts argued the failure lies with the network for not properly promoting the show or giving it the same treatment as other franchises, noting Miami always features wealthy women desperate to make the show work. They believe the women are professional and the city is ideal for the franchise, making the pause a network error.
Branch Basics Cleaning Promotion
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(00:43:02)
  • Key Takeaway: Branch Basics cleaning products are available at Target, Target.com, Amazon, and BranchBasics.com, offering 15% off the Premium Starter Kit with code Toast.
  • Summary: Branch Basics is a female-founded brand focused on eliminating home toxins, starting with cleaning products. The products are mom, baby, kid, and pet-friendly, utilizing a convenient refill model. Customers can purchase the products everywhere, including Target and Amazon, and use code Toast for 15% off the Premium Starter Kit.
Wedderspoon Manuka Honey Benefits
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(00:43:37)
  • Key Takeaway: Wedderspoon is the top-selling Manuka honey brand in the U.S., sourced exclusively from New Zealand and offering 20% off orders with code Toast20.
  • Summary: Wedderspoon Manuka Honey is described as elevated, thick, creamy, and golden, and is the only USDA organic Manuka honey brand on the market. It contains naturally occurring wellness benefits from the MGO compound, acts as a natural prebiotic to support gut health and immunity, and soothes the throat. Listeners can get 20% off at Wedderspoon.com using code Toast20.
‘Baywatch’ Reboot Swimsuit Debuts
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(00:45:10)
  • Key Takeaway: First photos from the ‘Baywatch’ reboot set reveal Brooks Nader, Livvy Dunne, and others in red swimsuits, generating positive reactions to the cast’s appearance.
  • Summary: The first pictures from the ‘Baywatch’ reboot set have been released, featuring stars like Brooks Nader, Livvy Dunne, and Noah Beck. The hosts expressed excitement over the photos, noting the cast looks great and authentic, though they maintain low expectations for the show itself.
‘The Masked Singer’ Reveals Update
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(00:47:08)
  • Key Takeaway: Judge Mathis was revealed as 14 Karat Carrot and Evan Ross was revealed as Stingray on the latest ‘The Masked Singer’ episode.
  • Summary: Two celebrities were unmasked: Judge Mathis as 14 Karat Carrot and Evan Ross (son of Diana Ross) as Stingray. Remaining contestants include Pangolin, Galaxy Girl, Cat Witch (Kylie Contrell), Pug Casino, and Crane. Speculation suggests Galaxy Girl might be Bridget Menler, while Pangolin is rumored to be Rachel Platten.
Post-Divorce Career Opportunities
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(00:49:20)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts suggested that individuals like Jesse should pursue high-profile opportunities like ‘Dancing with the Stars’ following a divorce to have a ‘big moment’.
  • Summary: The conversation touched upon future opportunities for individuals associated with the hosts’ circle, suggesting a wife should go on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ or ‘Traitors’. The hosts believe that a divorce often precedes a significant public moment or career resurgence for celebrities. Miranda Hope now (formerly Miranda Kerr) debuted a new bob haircut, which the hosts generally praised as mature and beautiful.