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Post Moves with Candace Parker & Aliyah Boston

Episode 13: Sydney Colson on Joining the Fever, Playing w/ Candace + Aliyah & Her Most Unhinged Tweets
Release Date: October 29, 2025
Hosts: Candace Parker & Aliyah Boston
Guest: Sydney Colson

Episode Overview

This episode features special guest Sydney Colson—two-time WNBA champion, veteran point guard, and off-court comedic sensation—joining Candace Parker and Aliyah Boston for a wide-ranging and hilariously candid conversation. Topics range from locker room culture and leadership to dealing with injuries, Sydney’s viral social media presence, and everything in between. Listeners get insight into team chemistry, the high-pressure world of women’s hoops, generational differences, and the lighter side of life in the WNBA.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Catching Up: Life Off the Court

• Jamaica vs. Barbados: Aliyah discusses travel plans derailed by hurricanes and staying safe with “Mama Boston.”
• Candace’s Monday Rituals: Candace shares about visiting her favorite sand dunes for inspiration and reflection (02:11).
• NBA Season Headlines: Both hosts touch on their NBA viewing experiences, Luka Doncic’s standout performance, and a viral courtside moment with D. Wade (02:58).

2. League Headlines & Analysis

NBA Betting/Gambling Scandal

• Discussion: The recent arrests of Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones over gambling allegations and game-fixing (03:25–07:45).
• Candace: “Betting is a part of the game. But what are the conversations like to protect the players against stuff like this?” (04:24)
• Aliyah: Notes league’s attempts to educate about gambling but calls for more nuanced conversations, referencing Jontay Porter and past incidents (05:41).
• Consensus: There’s a need for a deeper, ongoing conversation and player protections as sports betting proliferates.

WNBA CBA Negotiations & Coaching News

• WNBA collective bargaining agreement nears expiration with uncertainty ahead (08:01).
• New Hires: Sandy Brondello to Toronto Tempo, Jose Fernandez to Dallas Wings, and Sonia Raman to Seattle Storm—each discussed for their fit and unique backgrounds (08:47–11:49).
  • Candace highlights Seattle’s “female-focused” front office approach (10:23).

NCAA Rule Changes

• Men’s Basketball: New rules allowing G League players to return to college prompt debate.
• Candace (15:17): “To me, it’s ridiculous. …I’m not gonna be mad at the players. I’m gonna be mad at the adults in the room.”
• Aliyah: Astounded by the potential consequences for college athletes and recruitment (16:02).

3. WNBA Legends & Off-Court Stories

Asia Wilson’s Honors

• Celebration of A’ja Wilson’s induction into the South Carolina Hall of Fame and her transformative impact on the Gamecocks program (11:51–13:38).

Paige Bueckers and Alumni Life

• Debate on the “old head” dynamic when returning to college; Candace and Aliyah share their own stories and cultural observations (13:39–14:55).

4. In-Depth: Sydney Colson Joins the Show

Segment Begins [21:03]

Career Moves & Taking Leaps

• Candace asks: What was it like for Sydney to leave Las Vegas and join Indiana? (22:11)
• Sydney: “I’m big on listening when I feel like God is telling me to move… It was super uncomfortable… but you realize, like, it’s okay. It’s okay for things to change.” (23:15)
• Locker Room Surprises: She found stronger-than-expected camaraderie in Indiana:
  • “The environment in the locker room was much better than what you would have anticipated from the outside.” (25:43)

Leadership & Vet Insight

• Candace praises Sydney: “Your ability to do your job…along with doing all these other things and being supportive… I think everybody assumes that you’re this loud, which you are, but I also would see the quiet gestures.” (26:36)
• Sydney: “I’m really grateful that my experience was being in and out the league because it developed a resilience in me that I think a lot of people don’t possess.” (29:15)

Injuries & Mindset Shifts

• Discussion of Sydney’s ACL injury, mindset during recovery, and changing leadership role (34:39).
  • Sydney: “It made me an even more vocal leader… I had to get outside of me. And that was the lesson that I learned in this.” (34:39)

Locker Room Dynamics & Motivation

• Aliyah: Credits Sydney’s “tough love” and leadership for keeping her focused and helping her grow as a player:
  “Sid was like, listen, I don’t care what’s going on in this game. We need more from you… Even if you’re not making your shots.” (37:04)
• Candace: On the “vet wisdom cycle:” “There’s two old heads and you still playing… When you make that step, it’s the only time you will know what we’re saying.” (42:10)

Building Winning Culture

• Candace: “Organization, coaches, players all being on the same page… that to me, is a strong organization, and you were at the center of that.” (44:13)
• Sydney: “When you have a culture that makes sure that your top players are valuing everybody’s role in addition to the organization…that’s what builds a winning team.” (47:49)

5. Sydney Colson: Unmatched Comedy & Social Media

On Viral Moments & Unhinged Tweets

• Aliyah: “Why did you go live after surgery, Sydney? Who gave you your phone?” (32:33)
• Sydney: “I do everything for the bit, AB. It’s all for the bit.” (33:04)
• On controversial/viral tweets:
  • (Referencing the infamous “dildo game” in Atlanta):
  • Sydney: “Y’all took about 10 minutes to come in. So y’all took a minute to come in.” (54:04)
  • Candace: “Could you walk us through your POV… do you have it in your head on the court?” (54:14)
  • On deleting tweets: “Yeah, I think I have, but like a while back. Now I’m just like, hey, I said what I said…” (56:31)

Notable Stories & Quotes

• Candace on Sydney’s Twitter: “Your account is unserious. For anybody that is following her, God bless you. For people that aren’t, don’t. Because—no, I’m just kidding. Follow Sydney Colson.” (53:05)
• Aliyah on Sydney’s sense of humor: “You’re literally the type of entertainment, like, you can be online and I’ll be watching your live as I brush my teeth, as I get ready—it’s like, we’re on FaceTime, girl.” (33:10)

Comedy & Career Crossover

• Sydney recounts her rise in standup and the Anita Baker video, which was pivotal for her comedy (58:50).
• Standup at All-Star: “It felt good to finally get back in that flow. I’ve been writing jokes since then just to challenge myself by the end of the year to do standup again.” (59:33)

6. Locker Room Laughs & Generational Roasting

• Candace, on Sydney’s impact: “Whenever you’re on a team…a team that has you on it is automatically going to be closer.” (26:36)
• Aliyah’s Generational Humor:
  • Sydney: “You’re like Gen Z funny or whatever that is.”
  • Candace: “I’m the type of person that’s going to comment on Sydney’s post that she look like Jaden Smith.” (38:50)

7. Listener Questions - Fan Mailbag [64:02]

Blocking Rakia

• Sydney’s replay: “I just knew that I was… that step, like, for sure. That was all ball, like, challenge.” (65:20)

Gays vs. Straights All-Star Game

• Humorous back-and-forth about hypothetical All-Star draft; making jokes about league demographics and team lineups (66:41–67:41).

Favorite Off-Court Memory

• Sydney describes a team dinner/karaoke event as a turning point in the Fever’s season, building chemistry before the Commissioner’s Cup. (67:51)

Injury Update

• Sydney: “I’m ahead of schedule. Our trainers are happy with the progress… I’m rehabbing really hard. …I want to have the mindset that I’m trying to get back on the court. If I do, great; if I can’t, great, too, it’s just… my time will be up.” (70:15)

Candace’s Tribute

• “I think the league is now privy to the importance of having a vet like you on the team…I would like to call it the Sydney Colson vet rule, where you’ve got to have one of you on every roster, not only because you can hoop, but also you’re just a good human.” (71:32)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Sydney Colson: “It’s okay for things to change.” (23:15)
• Candace Parker: “Your ability to do your job…along with doing all these other things and being supportive…” (26:36)
• Sydney Colson: “I do everything for the bit, AB. It’s all for the bit.” (33:04)
• Aliyah Boston: “Sid, I know this is obviously our first year playing together, but if you could see me, like, my rookie season compared to now, it’s been so gradual. Next year, though, I’m there. Like, what missed shot?” (42:52)
• On Team Culture:
  • Candace: “A culture is a culture… The group keeps moving. Those are the Aces that are winning three championships in four years.” (44:13)
  • Sydney: “When you have a culture…the organization…gives you the resources to be successful, you need everything to make a team.” (47:49)
• On Social Media:
  • Candace: “Your account is unserious. For anybody that is following her, God bless you…” (53:05)
  • Sydney: “I’m never done.” (56:16)
• On Comedy & Life Perspective: "Anybody can get it. I’ll talk about myself. Like, I’ll talk about anybody. Let’s all just, like, lighten up a little bit, you know?” (61:50)

Segment Timestamps – Notable Sections

• NBA & Betting Scandal: 03:25–07:45
• WNBA Coaching & CBA Updates: 08:47–11:49
• Asia Wilson Hall of Fame & NCAA Rules: 11:51–16:17
• Sydney Colson Joins (Interview Begins): 21:03
  • Indy Move & Locker Room: 22:11–25:43
  • Leadership & Culture: 26:36–29:15, 44:13–49:28
  • ACL Injury & Recovery: 34:39–37:04, 70:15
  • Comedy & Twitter: 53:03–58:50
  • Generational Roasting: 38:50–43:56
  • Fan Questions: 64:02–69:51
• WNBA Culture & Legacy: 71:32
• ‘You Got This’ Segment (Victor Wembanyama): 74:44–78:09

Episode Tone & Vibe

Upbeat, candid, and infused with the players’ personalities—balancing insightful basketball analysis and league commentary with genuine locker room banter and real talk on mental health, culture, and the realities of life as a WNBA vet.

Summary Takeaway

This episode is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and authenticity on and off the court, with Sydney Colson exemplifying what it means to “do it for the bit” while never losing her identity as a leader and teammate. Candace and Aliyah’s generational rapport and humor create a fun, welcoming space for deep conversations, keeping the pulse on both league news and the personalities that make women’s basketball great.