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Episode: Show Me Something — Sophie Cunningham on Caitlin Clark’s Chiefs Fandom, WNBA Gameday Superstitions & Dating Must-Haves

Date: October 8, 2025
Host: iHeartPodcasts and The Volume

Episode Overview

This episode of "Show Me Something," an off-season installment on The Herd feed, features host Sophie Cunningham at her family home in Missouri. The discussion is refreshingly candid and relaxed, touching on Caitlin Clark's viral moment of loyalty to the Kansas City Chiefs, WNBA culture and superstitions, post-season mental health, personal style, athlete routines, and what Sophie looks for in relationships. Interwoven are listener questions ranging from Summer House viewing tips to athlete game-day rituals, offering a lively mix of sports culture, personal anecdotes, and some playful roasting.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Caitlin Clark's Chiefs Fandom & Viral Colts Game Snub

• [00:04 | 10:02 | 11:31] Sophie and her co-host discuss how Caitlin Clark, although appearing at a Colts game as a hometown hero, refused to wear the Colts jersey and quietly signaled her unwavering Chiefs fandom by simply holding the jersey up. The moment went viral as a bold act of authenticity.
  • "She just held it up like this. She hasn't gone out and said, like, I didn’t do it because I’m a Chiefs fan. But the Internet was like, that's a real... she's a real one. I love it.” (Host, 00:04)
  • Both hosts laud Caitlin for not caving to outside pressure, cementing her as a fan hero.

2. Home Life & Post-Season Reset

• [00:40 | 01:31 | 07:55] Sophie enjoys the slower pace at home in Missouri, brings up family routines, and reflects on her role as an aunt. She shares how unplugging from basketball provides mental relief after a grueling WNBA season.
  • "It is so nice just to be home and, like, get away from everything and just live the simple life.” (Sophie, 01:31)
  • She admits to not watching any of the WNBA finals, prioritizing mental recovery:
    "Hell, no. I haven't watched a lick of the WNBA. I don’t know what’s going on. I need a cleanse." (Sophie, 07:55)

3. Kansas City Chiefs Struggles and NFL Parity

• [03:34 | 04:02] The hosts break down the Chiefs' unexpected early-season struggles, Sophie’s mild panic, and how the unpredictability of the current NFL season means anything can happen.
  • "Chiefs are 2 and 3 right now. Not great. But they were 2 and 3 in 2021, still made it to the AFC championship."
  • Emphasize how NFL parity makes for an unpredictable race to the playoffs.

4. Emotional Honesty, Public Criticism, & Growth

• [05:20 | 06:18] Sophie revisits recent public comments she made about WNBA leadership and reflects on self-awareness, particularly regarding cussing and criticism.
  • "I might have been a little harsh on how I said it... I just represent a lot of people who don’t say stuff, and so I want to make sure I say it the right way." (Sophie, 07:08)
  • Both discuss the importance of communicating assertively yet professionally, especially when in the spotlight.

5. Fashion, Off-Season Style Goals, & Basketball Swag

• [21:41 | 23:12] The conversation turns to personal style. Sophie aspires to upgrade from cozy, athletic fits to more elegant and “bougie” attire for her off-season adventures and speaking engagements.
  • "This off season, I am really going to upgrade my whole style... I want to look more, like, feminine and elegant and, like, bougie.” (Sophie, 23:12)
  • They discuss the evolution of “tunnel fits” in basketball and how the WNBA and NBA have embraced fashion-forward, individualized style on game days.

6. Travel, Taxes, and Athlete Logistics

• [24:41 | 25:46] Sophie shares her plans to buy a home in Florida for tax reasons and as a passive income property, while also revealing the complications of paying taxes in multiple states as a professional athlete.
  • "We’re an entertainment business. And so I have to pay taxes in 12 states and next year will be 14, including Canada, because we play in all these cities." (Sophie, 25:46)
  • Listeners learn about the little-known financial realities of athletes.

7. Listener Q&A Highlights

A. Where to Start with Summer House?

• [37:55 | 39:11]
  • Advice: Start with the season featuring your favorite cast member, but season eight is where “it gets good.”
  • "I think you can just pick up wherever you want." (Sophie, 37:59)
  • "Season eight is really where it gets good." (Co-host, 38:40)

B. Outgrowing Reality TV

• [40:24]
  • Discussion on whether cast members outgrow reality shows, referencing Paige from Summer House, who may seek a life with more privacy.

C. Dating Must-Haves

• [43:02 | 44:01]
  • Both value humor, the ability not to take oneself too seriously, friendliness, loyalty, and faithfulness.
  • "One thing for me, I would say is not taking yourself too serious...self-deprecating and, like, laugh at yourself.” (Co-host, 43:10)
  • "I want someone who... brings me peace, patience, you know? Like, loyal, faithful, and just, like, a ride or die.” (Sophie, 44:01)
  • Sophie jokingly adds, “Minimum six, four,” on height requirements.

D. Athlete Superstitions & Game Day Rituals

• [47:02 | 48:37]
  • Sophie isn’t superstitious, relying instead on faith and adaptability due to the unpredictable nature of athletic schedules.
  • "I am not a superstitious person because I am a. I have faith. And so I feel like that is going to happen regardless.” (Sophie, 47:06)
  • Co-host shares a few lighthearted rituals from college football days, like repeating the same style of socks.

8. Mental Health, Workouts, & Finding Peace

• [32:56 | 33:32 | 34:59]
  • Both value physical activity for mental well-being. Sophie needs alone time and appreciates nature, while the co-host seeks solitude in the gym and sometimes in nature escapes from NYC.
  • "Sometimes I just put my AirPods in and I'm not even listening to anything. I just want quiet." (Sophie, 32:56)
  • "In New York, it's challenging...If you go to the Hudson Valley in fall, it's gorgeous."

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On public criticism:
  "Maybe how I said it could have been better...I could have been better. Like, it’s me growing." (Sophie, 07:08)

• On Caitlin Clark's jersey moment:
  "The Internet was like, that's a real...she's a real one. I love it." (00:04)

• On fashion goals:
  "This off-season, I am really going to upgrade my whole style and like, be a little fashionista wherever I go. Like, I want to look more feminine and elegant and, like, bougie.” (Sophie, 23:12)

• On athlete taxes:
  "I have to pay taxes in 12 states and next year will be 14, including Canada, because we play in all these cities.” (Sophie, 25:46)

• On dating must-haves:
  “I want someone who, like, really is going to, like, bring me peace, bring me the patience, you know what I mean? Like, loyal, faithful, and just, like, a ride or die, you know?” (Sophie, 44:01)

• On superstitions:
  "I'm not superstitious, but I'm a little stitious." (Co-host, 47:53)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:04 – Caitlin Clark’s viral Chiefs loyalty at the Colts game
• 01:31 – Returning home, simple life, post-season routine
• 03:34 – Chiefs’ early struggles and NFL parity
• 05:20 – Reflecting on public criticism, cussing, and professional growth
• 07:55 – Sophie ignores the WNBA Finals for her mental break
• 11:31 – Caitlin Clark supports the Chiefs even at Colts events
• 21:41 – Fall fashion, peacoats, and Sophie's style transformation
• 24:41 – Athlete housing moves and multi-state tax headaches
• 32:56 – Working out for mental health, need for peace and solitude
• 37:55 – Summer House: Where to start for new viewers
• 43:02 – Dating must-haves and relationship standards
• 47:02 – Gameday superstitions and athletic routines

Tone & Style

The vibe is laid-back, irreverent, and honest—like sitting in on a private conversation between close friends who aren’t afraid to poke fun at themselves or each other. Sophie’s Missouri roots, competitive spirit, and humor shine through, with conversations veering seamlessly from deep topics (mental health, personal growth) to lighthearted jabs about game day outfits and dating.

Final Takeaway

This off-season “Show Me Something” episode gives fans a closer look at Sophie Cunningham’s personality—her loyalty, humor, resilience, and transparency. Whether she’s breaking down athlete tax headaches, musing on dating, or celebrating Caitlin Clark’s football loyalty, Sophie’s mix of competitiveness and humility stands out. The episode offers a fun blend of sports talk, pop culture, life advice, and raw athlete perspective, making it enjoyable for sports fans and casual listeners alike.