Aunties Talk Sports

Khalilah & Jennifer

Aunties Talk Sports is the weekly sports podcast where two longtime friends and lifelong sports fans go beyond the headlines to explore the games, the business behind them, and the culture that shapes them. Every week, Jen and KB break down the biggest stories across the WNBA, NBA, NFL, tennis, college sports, and beyond, connecting the dots between sports, leadership, business, media, money, and community. Drawing from decades of friendship and their professional expertise, Jen brings a financial storyteller's perspective to the business of sports, while KB explores the leadership, cultural, and human stories behind the headlines. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just getting into the game, Aunties Talk Sports makes sports conversations accessible, insightful, and fun. From athlete contracts and franchise valuations to championship moments, media narratives, and the conversations happening beyond the final whistle, every episode goes deeper than the box score. Two Aunties. Two Mics. All Game.

Episodes

  1. Jul 9

    Ep. 201 | Serena's Return, the WNBA's Future & Why Sports Are Bigger Than the Game

    Season 2 is here. Auntie Jen and KB are back, catching up after a busy summer and diving into the biggest conversations shaping sports today. From the New York Knicks' championship celebration to Serena Williams' return to the court, the evolution of the WNBA, NBA free agency, athlete branding, league expansion, and the business decisions driving today's headlines, the aunties bring thoughtful analysis, spirited debate, and plenty of laughs. Along the way, they talk about legacy, leadership, race, media narratives, fandom, and why sports have always been about more than the final score. In this episode: • The Knicks' championship and what comes next • Serena Williams' comeback and what legacy really means • LeBron James and knowing when to pass the torch • Caitlin Clark, media narratives, and the future of the WNBA • Expansion, collective bargaining, and the business of women's sports • NBA free agency, Tobias Harris, Jaylen Brown, and the Celtics • World Cup excitement and Detroit sports • Why golf might be the aunties' next adventure Whether you love the games, the business behind them, or the culture surrounding them, pull up a chair. The aunties have a lot to talk about. 📱 Follow Aunties Talk Sports IG & TikTok: @AuntiesTalkSports 🎙️ Hosts: @kbgaston @jbright713 📧 Email: Auntiestalksports@gmail.com 🎧 Produced by @daynerco Two aunties. Two mics. All game.

  2. 08/20/2025

    Ep. 106 | WNBA Narratives, Coco Gauff & The Stories We Tell About Athletes

    Every headline tells a story. The question is: who's writing it? This week, Jen and KB unpack the narratives shaping today's sports landscape, beginning with the WNBA All-Star Draft, the ongoing conversations surrounding Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, and why media coverage often overshadows the basketball itself. Jen brings historical context to the league's growth, expansion, and fan culture, while KB explores how public perception, competition, and storytelling influence the way athletes are viewed. The aunties also react to Coco Gauff's early Wimbledon exit, Naomi Osaka's candid comments about mental health, and the emotional challenges elite athletes face when expectations continue long after the trophies are won. From tennis to basketball, they discuss what resilience really looks like beyond the scoreboard. Plus, they weigh in on Mike Brown becoming the next head coach of the New York Knicks, Detroit's dominant Tigers season, Ben Shelton's Wimbledon run, and the growing influence of women as sports fans, consumers, and storytellers. More than a recap of the week's headlines, this episode explores the business of sports, the culture surrounding the games, and the people at the center of every conversation. ---------- Follow Auntie's Talk Sports 📱 IG & TikTok: @AuntiesTalkSports 🎙️ Hosts: @kbgaston @jbright713 📧 Email: Auntiestalksports@gmail.com 🎧 Produced by @everybodylovesjg Two aunties. Two mics. All game.

  3. 08/20/2025

    Ep. 105 | NBA Free Agency Winners, WNBA All-Star Debate & Coco Gauff's Wimbledon Exit

    NBA free agency is officially underway, and the aunties are breaking down the biggest winners, biggest surprises, and the moves that could reshape next season. Jen and KB discuss whether the Houston Rockets are the biggest winners after adding Kevin Durant, debate the outlook for the Milwaukee Bucks, Detroit Pistons, Philadelphia 76ers, and other contenders, and react to the latest roster moves across the league. The aunties also dive into the developing investigation involving Malik Beasley, what it could mean for his NBA future, and the growing conversation around sports betting in professional athletics. On the women's side, they discuss the WNBA All-Star selections, the debate surrounding Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, Detroit's return to the WNBA with the Detroit Shock, and why the league's expansion matters for the future of women's basketball. Plus, they react to Coco Gauff's surprising first-round exit at Wimbledon and celebrate another Bobby Bonilla Day, one of the greatest financial stories in sports. From free agency to franchise building, basketball business, and women's sports, the aunties connect the biggest headlines with the conversations happening beyond the game. --------- Follow Aunties Talk Sports 📱 IG & TikTok: @AuntiesTalkSports 🎙️ Hosts: @kbgaston @jbright713 📧 Email: Auntiestalksports@gmail.com 🎧 Produced by @everybodylovesjg Two aunties. Two mics. All game.

  4. 08/20/2025

    Ep. 104 | Lakers Sold for $10 Billion, Haliburton's Heartbreak & NBA Draft Night

    The business of sports took center stage this week, and the aunties are breaking down the headlines that have everyone talking. Jen and KB react to the historic $10 billion sale of the Los Angeles Lakers, discussing what it means for one of sports' most iconic franchises, ownership in professional sports, and why valuations continue to soar. They also revisit Shedeur Sanders' recent speeding citations, exploring accountability, leadership, and why young stars can't afford unnecessary distractions. The conversation shifts to the emotional conclusion of the NBA Finals, where Tyrese Haliburton's Achilles injury changed the trajectory of Game 7 and sparked broader questions about player health, workload, and whether the league needs to rethink how it protects its stars. The aunties also discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's championship run, Kevin Durant's move to the Houston Rockets, early NBA Draft storylines, and the latest news from the WNBA, including the Indiana Fever, Angel Reese, and Chicago Sky. From billion-dollar franchises to championship heartbreak, this week's conversation goes beyond the box score to explore the business, culture, and humanity behind sports. ------- Follow Aunties Talk Sports 📱 IG & TikTok: @AuntiesTalkSports 🎙️ Hosts: @kbgaston @jbright713 📧 Email: Auntiestalksports@gmail.com 🎧 Produced by @everybodylovesjg Two aunties. Two mics. All game.

About

Aunties Talk Sports is the weekly sports podcast where two longtime friends and lifelong sports fans go beyond the headlines to explore the games, the business behind them, and the culture that shapes them. Every week, Jen and KB break down the biggest stories across the WNBA, NBA, NFL, tennis, college sports, and beyond, connecting the dots between sports, leadership, business, media, money, and community. Drawing from decades of friendship and their professional expertise, Jen brings a financial storyteller's perspective to the business of sports, while KB explores the leadership, cultural, and human stories behind the headlines. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just getting into the game, Aunties Talk Sports makes sports conversations accessible, insightful, and fun. From athlete contracts and franchise valuations to championship moments, media narratives, and the conversations happening beyond the final whistle, every episode goes deeper than the box score. Two Aunties. Two Mics. All Game.