Podcast Summary: Fudd Around And Find Out

Episode: Okay So, Boom: KK Arnold Joins the Pod
Date: September 4, 2025
Host: Azzi Fudd (with co-host Ashanti Plummer)
Guest: Kahmora "KK" Arnold (UConn basketball)

Overview

In this vibrant episode, basketball star Azzi Fudd and co-host Ashanti Plummer welcome teammate and rising UConn point guard KK Arnold for a candid, funny, and deeply personal conversation. The trio dives into everything from navigating college, basketball grind, social media trends, their unique team lingo, family dynamics, to dance battles and viral TikToks. The hosts bring their authentic locker room banter and team chemistry to the mic, with plenty of memorable moments and insight into the Huskies' off-court lives.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Meet the Co-Hosts and “Mr. Taylor Swift” Story

• Ashanti recounts meeting Travis Kelce during an eighth-grade flag football championship trip at Disney, which recently resurfaced when she modeled for his clothing line. (02:47)
  • “Getting to show him that picture… I know you don’t remember it, but I thought that was so funny.” – Ashanti (03:18)
• The co-hosts joke about being OG Swifties and potentially inviting Travis and Taylor Swift on the pod (04:08).
  • “Are you a Swiftie?” – Ashanti (04:15)
  • “Listen, I wear short skirt.” – Azzi (04:16)

2. Fashion: Mom the Stylist

• Azzi shares that her mom designs and styles a lot of her outfits; offers to connect Ashanti for styling tips. (05:12)
  • “She loves a good girly look or like an elevated streetwear look... I’ll be your model any day as long as you’re sending it free.” – Azzi (05:14)

3. Community Work: The Program NYC Launch

• Azzi announces the opening of a youth basketball gym in NYC that features basketball, weightlifting, nutrition, and recovery spaces; invitation open to Ashanti and listeners. (05:55)
  • “It’s just like a one stop shop… a bunch of big names are gonna pop out and be there.” – Azzi (06:07)

4. Navigating College Life

• Ashanti discusses transitioning from a highly intimate private school to college, noting the difficulty of forming professor bonds in bigger classes (06:48–07:21).
• She’s pursuing her MBA in business after a life-changing financial literacy class, emphasizing practicality for her future. (08:09)
  • “If I’m going to be here… I might as well do something a little more practical and useful.” – Ashanti (08:27)
• Azzi and Ashanti agree business skills are universally valuable (09:12).
• Advice: Proactive communication with professors and academic advisors is key for student athletes balancing school and sport. (10:51)
  • “You hear it here first, get a relationship with your academic advisor… be proactive with communicating.” – Azzi (10:51)

5. Special Guest: KK Arnold Joins

• First Meeting Story: Azzi and KK reminisce about their dance battle at Paige Bueckers’ draft party (15:02–15:29).
  • “We were on the dance floor actually having a dance battle… there is picture evidence.” – Azzi (15:07)
• Dance Rivalry: The outcome is 1–1; a tiebreaker is needed (15:32).
• TikTok Dances: KK is recognized as the team's unofficial dance coach, helping teammates find their rhythm (16:15–16:45).

6. Team Dynamics & Inside Jokes

• Lingering First Impressions: KK clarifies her “Azzi is two-faced” comment, explaining how their relationship went from awkward to close friends (17:08–18:04).
  • “Maybe it can come off strong… I was just being me.” – KK (17:16)
• Content Creation: The pair bond over choreographing and filming TikToks, building off each other’s energy (18:14–18:25).

7. Fan Q&A Highlights

• Puppy Temptation: KK almost adopted a puppy from Kelsey Plum’s dog camp, only stopping because of her mom’s objections (18:38–19:13).
  • “I contacted the dog breeder… it was about to happen… but you already know how my mom is.” – KK (19:10)
• Origin of Signature Phrases:
  • “Girly pop”—KK’s catchphrase; started as “Hey girly,” evolved in college. (19:49–20:21)
  • “Okay, so boom”—Her story-starter signaling a good tale is coming (20:23–20:43).
  • “I know that’s right”—Borrowed from a UConn assistant coach’s hype phrase (20:47–21:24).
  • “Girl boo”—A dismissal, not to be used as a greeting. KK requests teammates stop using it incorrectly (21:44–22:48).
    • “Please, please stop coming up to me, greeting me, saying, hey, girl boo.” – KK (21:48)
• Walk-In Songs: If KK could have an intro track, it would be “Almost There” from The Princess and the Frog (23:03). Azzi picks Usher’s “Bad Girl” (23:24).
• Talent Shows: KK plans to bring back live-streamed team talent shows as bonding exercises—if teammates “act right” (24:20–24:57).
• Welcome to UConn Moment: KK’s “welcome to college basketball” was guarding Aaliyah or facing Texas' Rory Harmon as a freshman—“That was so rough” (25:12–26:09).
• Excited for Upcoming Games: KK and Ashanti most excited to play at USC and Ohio State, especially with family in the stands (26:22–26:56).
• KK’s Roots: Born in Ohio, grew up in Wisconsin, still has tight Ohio family connections (27:11–27:34).
• Mom Talk: The hosts roast KK about her mom’s stern (but soft-hearted) demeanor and “rage baiting” pranks KK plays to get a reaction (27:38–28:50).

8. Fun and Games Segment: "What the Fud of the Week" (33:45)

• Azzi: Danced courtside with Ellie the Elephant, NY Liberty’s mascot – “That was like my dreams come true.” (33:57)
• KK: Reacts to the messy Love Island reunion – “That was my what the fud of the week.” (34:39)
• Ashanti: Shoutout to KK’s strength for picking her up with one arm during a TikTok trend – “That was my what the fud of the week.” (35:11)
  • “I was surprised I could pick up Az.” – KK (35:31)

9. Game Time: “Delulu or For Tru” (36:36)

Ashanti reads wild basketball or pop culture predictions, KK answers if they’re “delulu” (delusional) or “for tru” (true):

• Coach Geno Auriemma has a TikTok burner? Delulu.
• Freshmen pick the playlist? Delulu.
• UConn deserves a reality show? Absolutely For Tru.
• Could KK win Dancing with the Stars? “True. It’s on my bucket list!” – KK (37:54–38:04)
• Paige is a better dancer than KK? Delulu, Delulu, Delulu, “Negative attention!” – KK (38:52)
• Nik and Alandra’s relationship: “Half and half, but maybe for tru now.” – KK (38:24)

Memorable Quotes

• “Diamonds are made under pressure.” – Azzi Fudd (10:12)
• “You already know how my mom is.” – KK Arnold (19:13)
• “Please stop coming up to me, greeting me, saying, hey, girl boo. Girly pop is the greeting.” – KK Arnold (21:48)
• “Big never been a joke. Big guard, never the little—big ‘U’ season.” – Azzi Fudd (36:17)
• “Delulu, Delulu, Delulu. Negative attention. Negative attention. Negative attention, mind you. Sorry, boogers. Love you.” – KK Arnold on Paige’s dancing (38:55)

Episode Flow & Timing

• (02:39–04:42) Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce banter & Fashion moments
• (05:12–06:27) Azzi’s mom the stylist, launch of The Program NYC
• (06:29–10:51) Back-to-school, academic balance, business degrees
• (15:02–16:45) KK Arnold joins, origin story, dance battle history
• (17:08–18:25) First impressions & team friendship dynamic
• (18:38–24:57) Rapid-fire: puppies, phrases, walk-on songs, team talent shows, “Welcome to UConn” moment
• (26:22–27:34) Excitement for future games, background/family
• (27:38–29:58) Mom shenanigans, Instagram/TikTok family moments
• (33:45–36:23) What the Fud of the Week (NY Liberty, Love Island, TikTok feats)
• (36:36–39:07) Delulu or For Tru predictions game

Conclusion

This episode of "Fudd Around and Find Out" is equal parts team therapy session and comedy hour, offering listeners a close-up view of the friendship, language, and hype that make UConn women’s basketball special. KK Arnold’s infectious personality shines as she schools fans on her team-famous phrases, recounts her adjustment to the college game, and delivers clarity with humor on viral moments.

The chemistry between Azzi, Ashanti, and KK serves up endless entertainment—as well as practical advice for student-athletes and fans alike. Whether you’re here for the hoops, viral TikToks, or signature catchphrases, this one’s a must-listen.

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Notable Moments with Timestamps

• [03:18] – Ashanti tells the Travis Kelce story
• [05:12] – Azzi’s mom as a stylist
• [05:55] – The Program NYC gym launch
• [10:12] – “Diamonds are made under pressure”
• [15:07] – First dance battle with KK
• [18:38] – KK nearly adopts a puppy
• [21:48] – KK’s plea: “Please stop coming…saying ‘hey girl boo’”
• [25:12] – KK’s “Welcome to UConn” moment
• [33:57] – Azzi dances with Ellie the Elephant
• [38:55] – “Negative attention” (Paige vs. KK dance-off)

Tone: Fun, candid, authentic, laced with inside jokes and team chemistry.
Language: Relatable, playful, with Gen Z/team lingo (e.g., delulu, for tru, girly pop, girl boo).