The Nikki & Brie Show
Episode: Family Tasting Special Pt. 1
Date: December 22, 2025
Host: SiriusXM
Summary by Podcast Summarizer
Episode Overview
“Family Tasting Special Pt. 1” is a lively, holiday-themed episode in which Brie Garcia, filling in for her sister Nikki, hosts a family-style wine (and sparkling water) tasting in the Bonita Bonita tasting room. With Nikki unexpectedly absent, Brie’s husband Brian Danielson (pro wrestler Daniel Bryan) sits in as her co-host. Family members, including Mama Bella, join in as they reminisce about holiday traditions, share favorite memories, discuss family dynamics, and play holiday games—all with their signature humor and heartfelt honesty.
Main Themes & Purpose
- Holiday Family Traditions: The episode is centered on celebrating and reflecting on family holiday traditions—from holiday mishaps to enduring rituals.
- Wine Tasting Celebration: Featuring Bonita Bonita wines (Brie & Nikki’s wine brand), each segment pairs family stories with a different wine.
- Family Bonding & Humor: Listeners get an intimate glimpse into the Garcia family’s personality, banter, and dynamics, with plenty of unscripted laughter.
- Games & Audience Interaction: Engaging games and open discussion invite both in-person and podcast audiences to reflect on their own celebrations.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Nikki’s Absence & Brian Steps In
Timestamp: 01:36–02:33
- Brie’s Acknowledgement: Brie explains Nikki’s sudden absence and thanks Brian for stepping up.
“Nikki is not here today. But I do feel that Brian, you are a great fill in always.” – Brie (01:53)
- Brian’s Response: Jokes about being Brie’s “partner,” not partner in crime—adds playful dynamic.
“Nicole’s your partner in crime. I’m just your partner. Yeah, I don’t. I don’t commit many crimes.” – Brian Danielson (01:48)
2. Wardrobe Banter and Family Outfits
Timestamp: 02:46–08:34
- Lighthearted Discussion: Brie teases Brian about his fashion sense, referencing a memorable incident with tight pants at their daughter Birdie’s performance, sparking a funny tangent about male and female clothing moments.
“Everyone can see your package. You’re okay with that?” – Brie (04:00)
- Brian’s Fashion History: Talks about being passively dressed by both a personal shopper and Brie.
“That also...I went from letting this man dress me over here...to this girl that I’m dating dress me over here...That’s just my personality now.” – Brian (07:47)
- Brie’s Take: “I was like, Brian, you’re just like a T-shirt and jeans type of guy. You don’t need to dress up.”
3. Wine Tasting & Holiday Toasts
Timestamp: 08:41–13:49
- Bonita Bonita Wines: Brie introduces four wines for the tasting, and everyone shares a toast.
“The holidays can’t get started without some bubbles. And we know Bri likes to pop that bottle.” – Brie (09:18)
- Family Toasts: Each family member yells out what they’re toasting to. Highlights include playful interruptions—
"[My brother] just yelled out camel toe. That’s right." – Brie (04:35) “Camel toe, camel toe. Mistletoe.” – Mama Bella & Brian (13:13)
- Reflection: Brie expresses gratitude for family and acknowledges the complexity and emotion of holidays.
“It’s my favorite time of year... But it’s also just such a beautiful time of year. I know for Brian and I, we have so much fun with our kids at this time.” – Brie (11:43)
4. Family Life & Parenting Moments
Timestamp: 17:07–19:27
- Brian Reflects on 2025: Called on to describe a “pop off” moment (big highlight) in 2025, Brian shares how leaving full-time wrestling has allowed him to be more present.
"I've been...done full time wrestling and got to be...home more with the kids...Finally teaching Birdie to ride her bike...And then one of my favorite things ever is just riding bikes with her now." – Brian (17:43)
- Brie on Parenting: Describes their daughter's sudden confidence riding a bike and their son’s growing interest in martial arts and wrestling.
- Looking Forward: Brian is excited for future family hikes and bike rides:
“They're just getting so independent...I would love to do, like, a long, long bike ride with Birdie.” – Brian (19:32)
5. Funny Family Book Debates
Timestamp: 21:03–23:10
- Book Discussions: Brie discusses getting her son, Buddy, interested in reading with animal battle books and shares unexpected “facts” learned therein (e.g., a grizzly bear beating a polar bear), which Brian insists are just hypotheticals.
“So Brie is taking this book as fact...which it is not.” – Brian (22:17)
- Playful Ribbing: Brain and Brie joke about the sources of Brie’s news—usually forwarded from Nikki on Instagram.
6. Parenting Humor & Bedtime Gossip
Timestamp: 23:10–25:02
- Nighttime Routine: Brie admits to bombarding Brian at night with gossip Nicole sends; Brian ribs her about the barrage of Instagram news, and admits to laughing at “flaccid penis jokes,” in particular those in Danny McBride shows.
“I'm going to say something controversial...I especially find flaccid penis jokes to be the funniest thing in the world.” – Brian (24:26) “Anything with Danny McBride...he always has to have a flacid penis walk by the screen.” – Brie (25:02)
7. Family Dynamics: Sibling Rivalry & Crazy Traditions
Timestamp: 32:54–42:07
- Mama Bella Joins: For the Chardonnay segment, family matriarch “Mama Bella” shares childhood traditions, the importance of believing in Santa (“I was 18. Believing”), and a story about being thrown in the pool Christmas morning by her brother.
“If you stop believing in Santa Claus, you got no Santa gift. So guess what? I was 18. Believing.” – Mama Bella (33:44)
- Parental Lessons: Talks about raising her children with similarly strong traditions and the importance of family, faith, and togetherness.
- Holiday Mishaps: Shares a hilarious story about having a Christmas tree thrown out the door after a marital argument about tradition.
“He picked that tree up and like a torpedo threw it out the front door.” – Mama Bella (40:06)
8. Holiday Themed Game: "ShardaYAY or ShardaNAY"
Timestamp: 45:44–60:13
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Game Rules: Brie gives her mother a series of holiday & winter scenarios. Mama Bella must say if it’s a “ShardaYAY” (loved) or “ShardaNAY” (hard pass).
- Matching Christmas pajamas: Nay.
- Tree before Thanksgiving: Nay.
- Tree up past Valentine’s Day: Nay.
- Secret Santa, $20 limit: Yay.
- Re-gifting: Yay, with some caveats.
- Black Friday camp-outs: Nay.
- Buying yourself gifts: Yay.
- Midnight gift-wrapping: Would rather wake up early.
- Handmade gifts: Yes, especially for meaning and local charm.
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Playful Debates & Anecdotes: Brie and Mama Bella debate, joke about past Black Friday experiences, emotional value of homemade vs. store-bought gifts, and share more family quirks.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Wine & Family:
“We're going to start with our Ku, which a lot of you in here have had. And for all of you listening, if you have not had our cuvee, you are missing out.” – Brie (09:18)
- On Parenting/Life Change:
“The general pleasantness of my life has greatly increased just being at home with everybody.” – Brian (19:15)
- On Sibling Dynamics:
“If you stop believing in Santa Claus, you got no Santa gift. So guess what? I was 18. Believing.” – Mama Bella (33:44)
- On Marital Tradition Battles:
“He picked that tree up and like a torpedo threw it out the front door.” – Mama Bella (40:06)
- On Holiday Pajamas:
“Geez. So I did it...And then last year I go, I can't do this anymore.” – Brie (47:48)
Timestamps for Key Segments
| Time | Segment Description | |----------|-----------------------------------------------------| | 01:36 | Start of family discussion, Nikki's absence. | | 02:46 | Fashion & wardrobe banter with Brian | | 08:41 | Wine tasting, family holiday toasts | | 17:07 | 2025 "pop off" moments, parenting reflection | | 21:03 | Books & funny family debates | | 23:10 | Nighttime gossip, Nicole's Instagram forward fest | | 25:40 | Parenting humor, Buddy’s wild antics | | 32:54 | Chardonnay segment: Mama Bella’s childhood memories | | 37:52 | Holiday traditions with the kids | | 40:06 | The infamous tree-throwing story | | 45:44 | ShardaYAY or ShardaNAY holiday game | | 53:24 | On re-gifting; more family "confessions" | | 57:03 | Buying yourself a Christmas gift discussion | | 60:13 | Handmade gift stories, Icelandic book tradition |
Tone and Style
Warm, playful, honest, and occasionally irreverent. The Garcia family’s signature blend of humor and vulnerability shines, making listeners feel like they're part of the family for the holidays.
Final Thoughts
For longtime fans—and newcomers alike—this episode offers a cozy, laughter-filled window into the Garcia family’s world. With candid conversations, heartfelt holiday reflections, and unfiltered fun, “Family Tasting Special Pt. 1” reminds everyone to savor the magic (and the madness) of the season.