Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce – Episode 34
"Kylie on Wyatt Starting Kindergarten, First Moving In With Jason & Operation Barn Cat"
Date: September 4, 2025
Host: Kylie Kelce (Wave Originals)
Episode Overview
In this lively solo episode, Kylie Kelce delivers a heartfelt and humorous reflection on a series of big transitions—her eldest daughter Wyatt starting kindergarten, memories of first moving in with husband Jason Kelce, and the highly anticipated (and slightly chaotic) operation to find a family barn cat. With football season kicking off and the Eagles facing the Cowboys, Kylie blends relatable parenting moments, NFL superstitions, pop culture, and spontaneous audience Q&A. The result is an unfiltered look inside the Kelce household and Kylie's thoughts on motherhood, sports fandom, and sweet treats hidden from kids.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Wyatt Starting Kindergarten & Back-To-School Emotions
[06:01 - 10:50]
- Kylie opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of sending Wyatt to kindergarten, describing both her pride and reluctance.
- “My baby is suddenly old enough to be a kindergartner. Oh my god. No. … It makes me sad. I swear. She just came out, so it's kind of weird to send her to school, like, officially.” – Kylie (06:24)
- She shares a relatable confession about likely crying after the drop-off.
- “Do I think I'll cry at drop off? No. Will I cry driving home from drop off? Yes. I can almost guarantee that.” – Kylie (07:13)
- Family legacy: Notes that Wyatt avoided being kicked out of preschool, unlike Jason and his brother. Predicts high energy for Benny, her younger daughter, saying, “She will do something… at the very least, put us on a very serious phone call.” (08:29)
2. Eagles Kickoff & Football Season Superstitions
[10:51 - 16:58]
- With the Eagles opening against the Cowboys, Kylie shares her particular game-day rituals and superstitions—knocking on wood, always wearing Eagles gear, and tunnel vision for her team.
- “On game days, life is not happening. Eagles are happening.” – Kylie (04:10)
- “I believe in jinxes far too much to give any real predictions about the actual game.” – Kylie (13:14)
- Lighthearted predictions include how many times she'll say “Cowboys” at the stadium (over 30!), doggedly seeking out Chicky and Pete’s crab fries (no cheese!), and ducking out of the camera shot if the broadcast cuts to Jason.
- “I love to sit next to my husband... but at the risk of ending up on the Jumbotron, I will probably find myself somewhere else.” – Kylie (16:01)
3. Ask Me Some Things – Listener Q&A, Part 1
[17:00 - 25:50]
- Benny & Finn’s Relationship: Kylie updates listeners on the evolving dynamic between her daughters Benny and Finn, celebrating small wins.
- “Over the last five months we have definitely had progress… she is engaging in positive interactions. So calling it a win.” – Kylie (18:13)
- Barn Cat Dreams: Explains their search for a barn cat—eyeing Lancaster County kitten signs, plus her penchant for food-themed pet names. Daughter Ellie previously wanted to name their baby “Pickle” and may get the next vote for the cat.
- Sweets Hidden from Family: Revels in her love for sweet treats and shares her successful strategy—hide from kids, not husband (they have different preferences: “He’s an ice cream guy, I’m chocolate cake. Very complimentary and I love that.” (24:36) ).
4. Doom Scroll of the Week
[27:00 - 32:10]
- Viral Clip: Praises a woman roasting her Cowboys-fan husband via a VHS joke about the Cowboys’ last Super Bowl.
- “She wrote out this play and stuck to it. … She took him on a long walk and he still took the bait. Well done. … She is a hero to us and we welcome her with open arms.” – Kylie (28:52)
- ‘Call Me Anything But Mom’ Trend: Kylie contemplates swapping “Mom” for playful aliases to manage the incessant calls of “Mom, Mom, Mom” and jokes about responding only to “DJ Khaled” or “rabid raccoon.”
- “If they call me rabid raccoon, then I can then act like a rabid raccoon in my response…matching their energy.” – Kylie (30:15)
5. Tiny Human Question of the Week (Brought to You by Perplexity)
[32:11 - 35:12]
- New segment: Kylie uses Perplexity (an AI tool) to answer her daughter Ellie’s question on whether “purple ballerinas” exist. She discovers purple ballerina plants and matching flats, using the info to convince Ellie to keep her purple dress on.
- “That’s all I needed was enough to convince her to keep the dress on. So I think we've got it. Less laundry for me.” – Kylie (35:06)
6. Can I Be Honest About Back to School?
[35:13 - 41:45]
- Discusses mixed feelings about school-year routines: excitement for structure but trepidation about daily logistics and childhood germs.
- Finds joy in shopping for fresh school supplies, caveats with a story about hiding glue sticks from Benny, who insists on using them as “lipic.”
- Shout-out to teachers: Calls for educators to submit wish lists and short videos for possible support via the podcast’s charitable efforts.
- “They are part of the village… They take your kids all day, five days a week. They’re trying to help them become knowledgeable and caring little humans.” – Kylie (39:39)
7. Ask Me Some Things – Listener Q&A, Part 2: Advice Edition
[44:35 - 53:10]
- On Moving in With Jason Kelce: Kylie reflects on blending lives with her now-husband, embracing his quirks (no dresser, just a bed and Christmas lights, etc.).
- “When we first met, Jason didn’t have a dresser. Let me tell you what was in his bedroom. A bed. Period. Christmas lights around the top. That’s it.” – Kylie (47:12)
- “I couldn’t care less. Genuinely, I thought it was hilarious. ...I loved living with Jason. I still do.” (48:17)
- Handling Toddler Tantrums: Advocates empathy (“remind yourself they are tiny humans…their world is ending”) and consistency (“If my answer was no, it will still be no at the end of your tantrum.”)
- NGL Meet & Greet: Open to fan suggestions but is “still confused that people want to meet me.”
8. Pop Quiz – Animal Trivia
[53:15 - 01:02:05]
- Kylie's knowledge is on display with a playful animal quiz (peppered with jokes about “choosing B” for all of Queen Emma’s quizzes).
- Best quote: “Guys, when I tell you that I am an animal nerd, I mean I’m an animal nerd.” (55:08)
- Memorable fact: A group of zebras is called a “dazzle” (60:20).
- Admits to making quiz mistakes and teases future stories (like Jason’s “vacuum story”).
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- "On game days, life is not happening. Eagles are happening." – Kylie (04:10)
- “Do I think I'll cry at drop off? No. Will I cry driving home from drop off? Yes. I can almost guarantee that.” – Kylie (07:13)
- “Whatever you’re feeling about living with a man is probably universal. So don’t get too, too deep in the weeds on that one.” – Kylie (49:08)
- “If they call me rabid raccoon, then I can then act like a rabid raccoon in my response…matching their energy.” – Kylie (30:15)
- “I believe in jinxes far too much to give any real predictions about the actual game.” – Kylie (13:14)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- Wyatt starting kindergarten & emotions – [06:01 - 10:50]
- Football superstitions & predictions – [10:51 - 16:58]
- Listener Q&A Part 1 (Benny, cats, sweets) – [17:00 - 25:50]
- Doom Scroll of the Week – [27:00 - 32:10]
- Tiny Human Question of the Week – [32:11 - 35:12]
- Back to School honesty & teacher shoutout – [35:13 - 41:45]
- Listener Q&A Part 2 (Advice, moving in, tantrums) – [44:35 - 53:10]
- Animal Trivia Pop Quiz – [53:15 - 01:02:05]
Overall Tone & Style
Kylie’s signature blend of warmth, self-deprecating humor, and Philly sports passion shines through—from the chaos of parenthood to the quirks of married life. She’s candid, occasionally irreverent, and always relatable, with a conversational energy that feels like chatting with a fellow mom at pick-up or a die-hard fan in the parking lot.
This episode is perfect for listeners interested in modern parenting, behind-the-scenes Kelce family antics, Philly sports fandom, and those who appreciate a vulnerable, witty host who’s just as likely to geek out on animal facts as she is to knock on wood for the Eagles.