Show Me Something – Episode Summary
Episode Title:
Sophie Cunningham on caddying for Caitlin Clark, country music cameos & West Wilson on Bravo Con!
Podcast: Show Me Something
Hosts: Sophie Cunningham (WNBA/Indiana Fever) & West Wilson (Bravo TV/Summer House)
Date: November 11, 2025
Overview
This episode blends behind-the-scenes sports stories with reality TV glitz, as WNBA athlete Sophie Cunningham and her best friend West Wilson swap tales from their worlds. The show covers Sophie's adventures caddying for basketball phenom Caitlin Clark, West's prep for BravoCon (including tips on outfits and award odds), and their signature banter—peppered with nostalgia, Midwest pride, and reflections on viral fame, traditions, and personal health.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Catching Up: Food, Family, and Midwest Roots
- Arby's Rituals: Both are snacking on Arby's, reminiscing about ordering late-night fast food, with Sophie sharing a post-game Pacers story (04:43).
- Waffle House & Local Haunts:
- Sophie reveals her dad’s daily breakfast at Waffle House, emphasizing the meaningful small-town routines (05:29).
- West relates to that tradition: "It's the best place you could ever be in the whole world." (06:15)
- Old-School Hangouts: Reminiscences of visiting McDonald’s with grandparents and observing local regulars—a window into Midwestern community life (06:56-07:28).
2. Weekend Recaps: Country Music & College Tailgating
- Sophie’s All-Star Weekend: Attended a Riley Green concert, hung out with country stars Drake White and Jamie Johnson, and joined RG on stage (08:07).
- Memorable look: black leather jacket with fringe (08:41).
- Family Tailgate: Sophie returned to Mizzou to support her cousin and reconnected with old friends and traditions in the perfect fall setting (08:48-09:13).
3. Sports Talk: College Football & Locker Room Insights
- Mizzou Game & Alumni Ties: Discussion of her pride in the university and how changes in stadium seating were influenced by fan feedback (09:50-11:41).
- On being heard: "He listens to the people and he wants to make people happy and create a fun environment." (11:41)
4. Reality TV Life: West Gears Up for BravoCon
- Outfit Drama & Awards:
- West is prepping for BravoCon with the help of a stylist, aiming to win 'Best Costume' and 'Best Fashion Forward Moment' for his signature scarf/hat look (13:20-15:28).
- On viral style: "I got tagged in pictures of people doing that for six months." (15:47)
- Paige, known for her fashion, was one-upped by West’s early headscarf debut: "She was like, I was gonna do that next weekend, and now I can." (18:22)
- BravoCon Logistics:
- He’s presenting a Rookie of the Year award and anticipates a wild, exhausting Vegas weekend with panels, security, fan photo ops, and after-hours mingling among Bravo stars (19:11-21:56).
- West: "I've heard it's exhausting, for sure. But I'm just gonna go have fun." (21:59)
5. Caddying for Caitlin Clark: Crossover Sports Worlds
- Sophie’s Upcoming Golf Gig:
- Sophie is caddying for Caitlin Clark at the Anaka Game Bridge Pro-Am in Florida (28:16-29:45).
- Teaming with notable athletes: Nelly Korda (LPGA star), Brianna Scurry (US Soccer Hall of Famer), and others.
- On her caddy duties: "I don’t have to carry any bags, so I’m going to be carrying a lot of beers." (29:50)
- Outfit worries: vest-required dress code clashes with Sophie's planned fit (29:57-30:05).
- West’s advice: "Just wear a vest and be cute." (29:55)
6. Viral Traditions, Proposals, and Pop-Culture Memes
- CDs & Walkmans: Deep dive into childhood memories—first albums (Outkast for West), tech nostalgia, and ex-girlfriend stories (33:55–39:56).
- West: "My first memory of my own music was Outkast." (34:28)
- Football Proposals & Movie References:
- Sophie’s take on viral stadium proposals: "If anyone were to ever propose to me at any sporting event, I would punch them in the nose and I would leave." (40:14)
- True Texas high school football coin tosses, keeping old-school traditions alive (41:13-42:32).
- Military Shout-Outs: Sophie highlights the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday and Veterans Day, expressing gratitude to service members (42:36-43:19).
7. Real-Life Health Moment
- NFL Player’s Cancer Diagnosis: West shares news about college roommate Alex Singleton (Denver Broncos) discovering testicular cancer through drug testing, underscoring men’s health awareness.
- West: "They found it early, and it's just another reminder to men to go check stuff out, so. Because it can happen to anyone, no matter your age and no matter how." (27:41)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Outfits and Confidence:
- West: "If my outfits are decent then I won’t need to say anything groundbreaking, you know? Cuz if the fits are cool, then I don’t have to like, give up." (13:21)
- Nostalgia Bomb:
- West: "You can sit in the back of the car and play your own music in your headphones. There's something so powerful about that." (35:14)
- On Locker Room Changes:
- Sophie: "He listens to the people and wants to make people happy and create a fun environment." (11:41)
- On Sports Proposals:
- Sophie: "If anyone were to ever propose to me at any sporting event, I would punch them in the nose and I would leave." (40:14)
- On Traditions:
- West: "What's more Texas than a coin toss, dudes with letter jackets at a gas station? It's so sick." (42:18)
- On Men’s Health:
- West: "They found it early … it’s just another reminder to men to go check stuff out, because it can happen to anyone, no matter your age and no matter how." (27:41)
Timestamps for Segments
- [04:43] – Sophie’s Arby’s post-Pacers game feast story
- [05:29] – Waffle House dad traditions
- [08:07] – Recap: Riley Green concert and country star cameos
- [09:50-11:41] – Stadium seating change at Mizzou and advocating for fans
- [13:20-15:28] – West’s BravoCon wardrobe, awards, and viral scarf moment
- [19:11-21:56] – BravoCon schedule, panels, and security
- [28:16-29:45] – Caddying for Caitlin Clark: team details and celebrity guests
- [29:50-30:11] – Caddy outfit banter and West’s golf fashion advice
- [33:55–39:56] – Childhood music, girlfriends, and tech nostalgia
- [41:13-42:32] – High school football coin toss tradition (Friday Night Lights in real life)
- [27:41] – West’s tribute to Alex Singleton and reminder about men’s health
- [42:36-43:19] – Marines’ birthday & Veterans Day shout-out
Tone & Style
This episode is casual, humorous, and unabashedly Midwestern. Sophie brings athletic confidence and warmth, while West blends self-deprecating humor with reality TV swagger. Their dynamic is approachable and authentic, making listeners feel like friends along for the ride.
Summary
If you missed the episode, expect candid stories from sports and reality TV, zipped together with friendship, playful teasing, and reminders to live fully and stay grounded. The highlight reels: Sophie caddies for basketball royalty (without carrying the clubs), West strategizes BravoCon with both wit and wardrobe, and both hosts wax nostalgic on music, old flames, and hometown traditions—with plenty of laughter and a few poignant health reminders for good measure.
