Podcast Summary: The Nikki & Brie Show — Sisters in San Francisco LX Part 2: Charlotte Flair

Date: February 9, 2026
Special Guest: Charlotte Flair

Episode Overview

In this live, high-energy episode from San Francisco's Radio Row during Super Bowl weekend, Nikki and Brie take listeners behind the scenes of their WWE return, hop into rapid-fire sports and pop culture banter, and welcome the "Queen" Charlotte Flair for a candid, fun, and motivating chat. The episode weaves together wrestling nostalgia, sports fandom, sisterly energy, and powerful reflections on women in sports and public life.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Backstage at Super Bowl’s Radio Row

• Nikki and Brie set the scene, sharing the excitement and reunion feel of Radio Row during Super Bowl week, noting its growth and the diversity of attendees from athletes to musical artists.
• "Every year that we come to the Super Bowl, we do Radio Row. It's starting to feel like a reunion." – Brie [01:29]

2. WWE Homecoming: The Bella Twins Return

• The sisters share their experience returning to Monday Night Raw after seven years, their goals for the tag team division, and the live unpredictability of their promo.

  • Brie recounts an unscripted mishap on stage: “There was oil or something on the ground... So I had a nice little slip. I'm like, great. Really, Bri? Your first time walking out to RAW in seven years and you slip?” – Brie [02:29]
  • Nikki reflects on being in “heel mode” and crowd reactions, clearing up confusion from fans about her comments. “I just assumed, like, they knew I was die-hard Eagles fans.” – Nikki [05:23]

• Both stress that their return is meaningful: “We're not here to do just some nostalgic one and done ... we're here. Like, the Bellas are back. And it's because we want to fight for the WWE Women's Tag Championships.” – Brie [02:55]

3. Media Misinterpretation & Standing Up for Women

• Nikki addresses being misquoted after the Logan Paul show, assuring listeners of her support for WWE’s current roster and the hardship of headlines misrepresenting public figures in the media age.
  • “I guess I just have to get used to this new era of media ... I hate when I see headlines and, like, when it was about, like, no stars… that is not what—like, I don't mean that.” – Nikki [08:56]
• Both discuss judgment in sports fandom and encourage simply enjoying the work athletes put in.
  • “There's so much hard work and sacrifices you do not see them go through and the constant judgment and picking apart—it has to stop. Watch and enjoy.” – Brie [11:01]

4. Super Bowl Rapid-Fire Fun

• Nikki and Brie play rapid-fire games, answering who they think could’ve gone pro in the NFL, their go-to game day drinks, dream halftime acts, and which celebrities they’d want to watch the game with.
  • Who could’ve made the NFL: Chris Hemsworth, Channing Tatum, Liam Hemsworth.
  • Super Bowl drinks: Margaritas for Nikki, bubbles and Aperol Spritz for Brie.
  • Dream halftime acts: Lumineers, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bad Bunny, Taylor Swift.

5. Charlotte Flair Joins – Record-Setter, Real Talk

• Nikki and Brie welcome Charlotte Flair, fresh off the Royal Rumble where she set another record, lasting nearly 60 minutes—“My time in the rumble was longer than the men's rumble.” – Charlotte [28:40]
• Discussion covers:
  • The physical challenges of wrestling gear and moments from their recent matches.
  • The shared experience of being live in front of unpredictable crowds and the unique energy of international venues (Riyadh).
  • Charlotte’s evolved philosophy post-injury: “Being injured gave me... like, I never want to not be in the moment.” – Charlotte [29:19]

6. NFL Fandom & Super Bowl Parties

• Charlotte shares support for the Rams and Panthers, and her plans for Super Bowl parties and hosting the NFL Wives Association Fashion Show.

  • “Tomorrow I am... hosting the NFL Wives association fashion show... To raise money for the Boys and Girls Club.” – Charlotte [33:00]

• Discussion about football players with the “best hair” and which NFL stars might make fun RAW guests.

7. Women, Labels & Ageism in Sport

• The trio reflect on societal expectations of women in sports, particularly regarding age:

  • “You either get worse or you get better, so you choose the latter.” – Charlotte [37:15]
  • “Don’t put labels that aren’t real just because it makes other people feel comfortable. Make them uncomfortable.” – Charlotte [44:04]

• They point out that men in similar positions aren't asked “what’s left to do?” yet women are:

  • “If Roman or Punk or Cody or Seth were sitting right here, we would not look at them and go, ‘So, you know, what’s left to do?’” – Charlotte [44:36]

• Closing with inspiration: Embrace the present, keep striving, and appreciate the unique power of women inspiring others at all ages.

  • “The women truly are... continuing to inspire, motivate. And why would we stop that?” – Nikki [45:13]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Live TV Chaos:
  “That's what makes live TV fun. You know what I mean?” – Nikki [06:47]
• On Being Misunderstood:
  “You're constantly misunderstood, Bri. I never met anyone who's more misunderstood.” – Nikki [08:26]
• On The Tag Team Division:
  “WWE—I have never seen the tag division... so stacked. Not just with the talent, but the meaning why everyone's together.” – Nikki [07:16]
• On Female Athletes & Age:
  “Age is not a thing. You either... become complacent at what you love to do. And for me... I'm only getting better. I'm not getting worse.” – Charlotte [43:21]
• On Unapologetic Progress:
  “Don’t put labels that aren’t real just because it makes other people feel comfortable. Make them uncomfortable.” – Charlotte [44:04]

Highlighted Timestamps

• 01:24: Brie on the reunion vibe at Radio Row
• 02:29: Brie’s hilarious slip during RAW return
• 05:23: Nikki explains live crowd misunderstanding
• 07:16: Nikki on tag team division’s strength
• 08:56: Nikki addresses media misquoting her Logan Paul interview
• 11:01: Brie speaks to athlete dedication and public judgment
• 23:40: Charlotte Flair joins the show
• 28:40: Charlotte’s near-one-hour Royal Rumble record
• 29:19: Charlotte on new perspective post-injury
• 33:00: Charlotte on hosting NFL Wives Association Fashion Show
• 37:15: Charlotte's mantra: "You either get worse or you get better, so you choose the latter."
• 44:04: Charlotte on breaking women's labels and pushing comfort zones

Tone and Style

• The episode is playful, self-deprecating, full of sisterly banter, but pivots to serious, encouraging notes about growth, women’s empowerment, and authenticity.
• Charlotte Flair matches their candidness, bringing in stories of vulnerability, gratitude, and personal development.

For New Listeners

This episode is a celebration of women’s ambition—on the field, in the ring, and beyond. Wrestling and sports fans will enjoy behind-the-scenes stories, reflections on fame and misinterpretation, and the resilience it takes to keep breaking records. The sisters’ rapport and Charlotte's openness deliver both laughs and hard-hitting truths.

If you love pop culture, sports, and motivation to keep “being great,” put this episode at the top of your queue!