Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce

Ep. 44: Kylie & A’ja Wilson on Jason's Bday Thirst Trap, Being The Cool Aunt & Recruiting The G.O.A.T.
Release Date: November 13, 2025
Host: Kylie Kelce
Guest: A'ja Wilson (WNBA MVP, Las Vegas Aces)

Episode Overview

This episode is a high-energy blend of Kylie’s hilarious storytelling and sharp commentary on life as a Kelce, modern parenting, social media trends, and women in sports. The highlight is a candid and joyful conversation with WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson, who joins Kylie to discuss everything from winning championships and launching her signature sneaker to equal pay in women’s sports and the art of being fiercely competitive (and a cool aunt).

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Kylie’s Opener: Humor, Boundaries, and Family Life

• Kylie’s unique parenting moment: Her child comments that "Jason's boobs are big and my boobs are tall."
• Setting boundaries: Kylie firmly jokes about her husband Jason's birthday “thirst trap” (03:00).
  • Quote: “That’s mine. When you see my husband, you should hear my voice. Like the Finding Nemo seagulls. Mine, mine, mine, mine, mine.”
• Seasonal opinions: Kylie is adamant about giving Thanksgiving its due (“Cut that shit out. It’s not time [for Christmas music or decorating]. Give Thanksgiving her moment.”)
• Acknowledging curated persona: Despite being known mostly as “just a football wife,” Kylie is ready to candidly share her world and speak frankly—and funny—about her life.

2. Real One Comments of The Week (05:00–07:00)

• Reflecting on swearing: Kylie recounts her “swear-free” Disney episode dedicated to her dad, Big Ed.
• Fan art shout-outs: Praises fan Christmas ornament inspired by her "fafo" motto, requests it for her show set.

3. Doom Scroll of the Week (07:00–15:00)

The Art of Being the Cool Aunt/Uncle

• Shares viral TikTok: A kid asks his aunt to sign a bad test grade for him.
  • Kylie on aunts/uncles as safe spaces (08:00):
    “If any of my nieces or nephews call me for anything, I’d be like, drop a pin. Give me ten minutes. And that’s ten minutes to get to you, not ten minutes to leave the house.”
• Quote (09:18): “Sees get degrees. How do you think I graduated?”

Hot Parenting Topic: Sports Practice

• Plays Abby Wambach’s advice: “Drop your kids off at practice, don’t watch" (10:13).
• Kylie agrees, emphasizing kids’ independence, learning, and the need for boundaries for parents (10:25).
  • Quote: “What are you gonna do, pop in and coach too? No, go sit in your car. Cut that out. Don’t do that. They’re at practice. Let them go and play.”

Kylie on Las Culturistas’ “I Don’t Think So, Honey” Segment (12:39)

• Amused by being mistaken for the Kelce “sister,” laughs at the confusion and self-deprecatingly jokes about her own married name.
  • Quote (13:22): “I know I have a podcast. I would not describe myself as a podcaster because I think that’s insulting to other podcasters.”

4. Places Kylie Has No Business Being (15:31)

• Moderating Malala’s Philly Book Tour:
  • Kylie’s awe and gratitude at moderating for Malala, describes her nerves and admiration.
  • Got Malala to say “Go Birds” and wear green, hopes to bring her to an Eagles game.
  • Quote (16:40): “My initial reaction… are you kidding me? You’re joking, right? That’s a joke, you’re kidding me.”

Main Guest Interview: A’ja Wilson (23:06–End)

Introduction (23:06)

• Kylie details A’ja’s astronomical list of achievements, fangirls a bit, then gets into their playful rapport.

Sneakers, Basketball Upbringing, and “The Cool Factor” (23:09–24:54)

• A’ja gifts Kylie her signature “candy corn” sneakers.
• Kylie jokes about her lack of basketball skill, A’ja reassures her:
  • A’ja (23:52): “You have A1s now, you’re definitely cool enough.”

On Being Called "The Best Player in the World" (24:54)

• Kylie relays coach Dawn Staley’s quote; A’ja is grateful, explains how such praise is rare from Staley, making it extra meaningful.
  • Quote (25:10): “Coach Staley really picks and chooses when she gives compliments. She normally just gives the criticism I need to fuel me.”

WNBA Team Coming to Philly: Recruitment Pitch (27:15)

• Kylie starts her long-game recruitment to bring A’ja to Philadelphia when the WNBA expansion team arrives in 2030.
• Playful negotiations, Philly food and passionate fans as selling points, though both joke about competing with Vegas for A’ja’s loyalty.

Celebration Stories & Championship Parades (29:04)

• A’ja shares tales from the wild Aces’ championship parade and the press conferences that go off the rails.
  • Quote (29:16): “Our bus driver was like, ‘Woo, I love the Aces!’ Zoom. I was like, whoa, we want to still be the Aces, honey, when we get off.”

Being Tall & Fan Reactions (34:41)

• Both note how often people express surprise at their height.
  • A’ja (35:07): “Did people not understand one—what I do for a living?”
  • Kylie: “Are people often surprised at how tall you are?”
  • A’ja: “Yes… when I take pictures, they’re like, ‘Whoa, you’re tall.’ I’m like, did you think I was going to be your height?”

Defensive Player of the Year and Toughest Opponents (36:28)

• A’ja names Breanna Stewart as her toughest opponent.
  • Quote (36:42): “Stewie’s just… a three-level scorer. When I play her, it’s like blockbuster, elite basketball.”

Signature Shoe Success (43:43)

• A’ja reflects on the surreal moment her Nike A1 sneakers sold out in under five minutes.
  • Quote (44:03): “When I saw [the sold-out notification], I just started crying. This was something… one of the most anticipated shoes in a long, long time.”
• Kylie points out the impact: “That’s insane. That’s real old-school shoe drop energy.”

Relationships: Athlete-to-Athlete Support (48:20)

• A’ja on her partnership with NBA player Bam Adebayo—his supportive role, playing in her shoes before release, and how athlete couples uniquely “get it.”
  • Quote (48:56): “It’s so rewarding… your partner fully understands it, 100%. Sometimes after a game Bam’s just like, ‘I know.’”
• Competitive nature in their household: They are obsessed with Mario Kart; games sometimes banned for being too heated (51:20–52:52).

WNBA Pay Equity & League Improvements (53:05)

• Kylie and A’ja dig into the “Pay Us What You Owe Us” campaign and misconceptions about pay in women’s sports.
  • A’ja (53:58): “If the value’s going up… let’s talk revenue share. If the product is going up, our wallets should be doing the same.”
  • Biggest misconception: “That we just want to get paid like the guys. It’s not that. We’re missing the revenue share within our own business.”
• Kylie’s take (56:18): “It’s crazy… reports are coming out showing TV deals at a significantly higher level…yet they’re not willing to increase those percentages for you guys.”
• A’ja on fight for future generations: “It’s not just fighting for us and our check, I’m fighting for the young athletes that are coming up behind me.” (57:06)

Gratitude, Representation, and Looking Ahead (59:12)

• Kylie: Praises A’ja as a role model for her daughters and girls everywhere:
  • Quote (59:51): “With four daughters in our house, I am so grateful they have someone like you to look up to…your drive, dedication, and the way you present yourself.”
• A’ja’s reply: “You are truly you—and we don’t see a lot of people being that in these spaces.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Kylie on Jason’s birthday pic:
  “That’s mine. When you see my husband, you should hear my voice. Like the Finding Nemo seagulls. Mine, mine, mine, mine, mine, mine.” (03:00)
• Kylie on aunt/uncle solidarity:
  “If any of them called me… drop a pin. Give me ten minutes. Not ten minutes until I leave my house. Ten minutes to get to you.” (08:00)
• Abby Wambach clip (via Kylie):
  “Drop your kids off. Do not go to the practice. This is a time for your kids to play, to not be looking over their shoulders… Also give parents their life back a little bit.” (10:13)
• A’ja Wilson on being called the best:
  “From her [Dawn Staley], it’s like an eye opener… she really helped mold me into the best player… so it’s a big moment for us to share.” (25:10)
• On public misconceptions about WNBA pay:
  “It’s never, ‘Pay us like the NBA.’ It’s missing the revenue share from our own business and in our own checks.” (55:38)

Highlight Timestamps

• 00:57: Kylie opens with family/parenting stories and addresses social media “thirst trap” drama.
• 05:00: Real One Comments of the Week—fan mail and artwork.
• 07:00: Doom Scroll, cool aunt/uncle stories, and sports parenting etiquette.
• 12:39: Reaction to being discussed on Las Culturistas podcast.
• 15:31: Moderating Malala’s book event, fangirl moments, and “Places Kylie Has No Business Being.”
• 23:06: Introduction of guest A'ja Wilson, sneaker gift, and playful banter.
• 24:54: Discussion of A’ja’s career, coach Dawn Staley, and life as a basketball superstar.
• 29:04: Championship parade and press conference hijinks.
• 34:41: On being tall; fan reactions and expectations.
• 36:28: Defensive Player of the Year talk; A’ja’s toughest opponents.
• 43:43: Signature sneaker dropped and sold out—emotional response.
• 48:20–53:05: Relationship dynamics with Bam Adebayo, competitiveness at home.
• 53:05–59:12: Pay and equity in women’s sports; WNBA league growth.
• 59:12–end: Kylie and A’ja exchange mutual appreciation and closing thoughts.

Tone & Style

The show is candid, witty, and fiercely supportive of women. Kylie’s humor, self-awareness, and Philly frankness create the backbone, matched by A’ja’s relaxed, insightful, and passionate commentary. Both celebrate the joys and chaos of life in the spotlight, competition, and the power of standing up for what’s right.

For Listeners Who Haven’t Tuned In

• You’ll laugh out loud at Kylie’s vivid stories about her kids, holiday debates, and life with Jason Kelce.
• Get real talk on what it takes to be a “Cool Aunt” or Uncle and where healthy family boundaries matter.
• The interview with A’ja Wilson is a masterclass in sports, perseverance, and joy—from sneaker success to championship antics, advocacy for women’s sports, and authentic relationship talk.
• The episode offers honest insights on the growing power of women athletes and the continued push for equity and fair pay.

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