The Kittle Things Ep. 5

George Kittle & Myles Turner Nerd Out Over LEGO, Star Wars, Marvel & More
October 28, 2025

Episode Overview

In this lively episode, NFL star George Kittle and his wife Claire welcome NBA standout Myles Turner (Milwaukee Bucks) to “The Kittle Things,” diving deep into all things nerdy—from massive LEGO builds and Star Wars debates to Marvel movie rankings, rare collectibles, cosplay, and rookie mistakes. The trio shares personal stories and friendly banter, illustrating how life’s “little things” like fandoms, toys, and shows fuel big joy and connection—even among professional athletes.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Kittle’s NFL “Wakeup Call” & Lessons Learned (01:41–03:48)

• George’s rookie NFL story: Shares a pivotal preseason memory, where his coach delivered a no-nonsense reality check that set the tone for his career.
  • Quote:

    “I've never gotten yelled at so aggressively in my entire career than that moment. And he basically said, lock the [expletive] in. Do not realize that this is, like, the biggest job interview of your entire life.”
    — George Kittle (02:20)

• The importance of accountability: Claire reflects on how belief and tough love help athletes thrive.

Halloween Fits & Couple Costumes (04:12–05:23, 26:28–27:53)

• The Kittles trade stories about memorable costumes (sci-fi, pirates, food), and reveal plans for the current year.
• Myles shares his NBA game-day “fits,” including Star Wars cosplay and themed entrances.
  • Quote:

    “We were Star Wars this year for our Halloween party. And I was a Mandalorian... putting that on is crazy. It takes forever.”
    — George Kittle (27:02)

Myles Turner: Fandom Roots, Relationships, and LEGO Investing (05:23–07:30)

• Turner explains how mutual fandoms (Harry Potter and Star Wars) are a bonding glue for him and his girlfriend.

  • “When we first started dating, she had never seen Star Wars. I had never seen Harry Potter. So we were like, okay, listen, if I'm about to run through all these movies, you gotta run through mine.”
    — Myles Turner (06:29)

• LEGO as collectibles: Both George and Myles discuss the investment side of certain rare sets.

  • “People don't realize that, bro, Legos sometimes outperform the stock market.”
    — Myles Turner (06:05)

“Phone a Friend” – Life in Wisconsin (08:10–10:01)

• Packers legend David Bakhtiari drops in with advice for Myles, new to Milwaukee:
  • Embrace beer culture, visit Door County, and try Carnivore steakhouse (“Shout out, Omar!”).
  • Lambeau Field’s “special” magic for sports fans—no matter your football loyalties.

Rookie Mistakes: Learning the Hard Way (11:07–13:14)

• Myles’ infamous “Kaiser Soze” alias (from ‘The Usual Suspects’) outed during an NBA social takeover—instantly rendering it useless for hotel stays.

  • “On the NBA social [media]... I said, yeah, you know, my alias is Kaiser Soze. And then 10 minutes later, my boys hit me: ‘Bro, why'd you put your alias out there?’”
    — Myles Turner (11:23)

• George’s lesson with autograph seekers after accidentally geo-tagging his NYC hotel window (“I'm not even mad. I'm impressed!” —13:00).

LEGO Obsessions: Collections, Builds, and Fails (13:17–17:24)

• Myles’ collection (visual tour, 13:24–15:18):
  • 300+ Star Wars minifigs (rare Cloud City Boba Fett worth $2,000–3,000)
  • Custom sets (Bricker Bills Avatar Aang bust, 5,000+ pieces)
  • Dozens more stored at home
  • LEGO as a creative escape; collecting as both hobby & investment
• Set disasters and hardest builds:
  • Myles’ Titanic set (9,000 pieces): a misaligned smokestack led to online ridicule, but he stuck with it.
  • George’s Millennium Falcon (Christmas gift): survived a baby’s fall but not being sat on (“You rode the Millennium Falcon. Merry Christmas!” —16:53).
• LEGO goals: George plans to save boxed sets to build with future kids.

Star Wars Geeking: Best & Worst Movies, LEGO Sets (17:31–18:58)

• Myles’ favorites:
  • Building the Death Star set, with intricate, movie-accurate Easter eggs.
  • Movie ranking:
    • Favorite: Revenge of the Sith, Rogue One, Andor series
    • Least favorite: Attack of the Clones (“the story is cool, but... the CGI wasn't where it's supposed to be” —18:30)
    • Both agree: They enjoy even the much-criticized sequels.

Marvel Mania: Characters, Movies, and Video Games (20:24–24:24)

• Myles’ favorite hero: Spider-Man (thanks to his NYC-raised dad); also loves Iron Man (“Just a good old American story... it was sick to me.” —21:01)
• Claire: Dr. Strange favorite; George: a Spider-man superfan (all versions).
• George’s Tom Holland/Spider-Man moment: shooting web signals courtside at a Warriors game (“I spent three quarters doing this, shooting spider webs at Tom Holland”—21:56).
• Spider-Man video game nostalgia for all.
• DC vs. Marvel films: Consensus that Marvel does character-building and story arcs best (“They actually do backstories... DC just kind of hops into a Justice League or a random movie.”—23:23); However, the original Dark Knight trilogy stands outside comparison due to its cinematic depth.

How to Watch the MCU? Release Order vs. Timeline (24:06–25:34)

• Myles: Timeline order (“All the Easter eggs... are so much better when viewed chronologically.” —24:24)
• George: Prefers release order for film quality progression and nostalgia.

Collectors, Cosplay, and Comic Con (25:46–27:50)

• Myles raves about Comic Con and cosplay artisans:

  • “There's actually a beauty in it, bro. The appreciation... These guys, they make their own costumes. They're super into character. It's a whole little community.”
    — Myles Turner (26:16)

• The Kittles recount their own deep-dive costumes (Mandalorian, Master Chief, Miles Morales, Spider-Gwen).
• Mutual appreciation: Myles praises the Kittles for their couple cosplays, rare among pro athletes and their spouses.

Game Ball: Who’s More Likely? (28:48–32:38)

• Light-hearted competition between George and Claire about daily life quirks (thermostat, unpacking, snooze-button, parking tickets).
• Amusing stories about moped parking at Iowa, athletic schedules, and “paving the way” for better team amenities.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Legos sometimes outperform the stock market.”
  — Myles Turner (06:05)

• George’s rookie slap-in-the-face:

  “Do not realize this is, like, the biggest job interview of your entire life... This game is life changing for you.”
  — George Kittle (02:20)

• On cosplaying authenticity:

  “The people who create and imagine that stuff is just insane to me.”
  — George Kittle (21:23)

• On Halloween & cosplay as a couple:

  “It’s so cool that y’all got to do this as a couple, bro. Kudos to y’all, for real.”
  — Myles Turner (28:06)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• NFL Preseason Wakeup Call (01:41–03:48)
• Halloween Costume Banter (04:12–05:23, 26:28–27:53)
• Bonding Over Fandoms (Harry Potter/Star Wars/LEGO) (05:23–07:30)
• Phone a Friend: David Bakhtiari on Wisconsin Life (08:10–10:01)
• Rookie Mistakes (11:07–13:14)
• LEGO Collections & Fails (13:17–17:24)
• Star Wars Movie & LEGO Talk (17:31–18:58)
• Marvel Deep Dive (20:24–24:24)
• Ordering the MCU (24:06–25:34)
• Comic Con, Cosplaying, & Couple Costumes (25:46–27:50)
• Game Ball Segment (28:48–32:38)

Episode Tone & Style

The episode is irreverent, playful, and full of sincere affection for all things “nerdy.” George, Claire, and Myles are candid, self-deprecating, and inviting, making fandom and collecting accessible—reminding listeners that life is made big by the little joys, and that elite athletes are often the biggest fans of all.

For anyone who hasn’t listened: This episode is a must-hear for anyone obsessed with Lego, pop culture, or sports—effortlessly blending the worlds of pro athletics with passionate fandom. Expect laughter, deep nerd-outs, and a healthy dose of nostalgia and camaraderie.