Kylie Kelce‘s “Not Gonna Lie” podcast made a huge impression when its debut episode hit No. 1 on the Spotify charts, dethroning “The Joe Rogan Experience.” The two podcasts continue to trade between first and second place on Spotify, while Kelce remains in the top spot on the Apple podcasts charts. On her Jan. 2. episode (via The Daily Beast), the podcaster and wife of former Eagles center Jason Kelce told off the online haters who have gotten more vocal ever since she launched to bigger-than-Rogan numbers.
Kylie Kelce pointed out that one of the most frequently searched phrases on social media platforms after the explosive success of her podcast has been “who the fuck is Kylie Kelce?” She expressed her astonishment, saying it “blows her mind” that online trolls and critics don’t seem to realize they’re inadvertently amplifying her presence. By typing her name into social media platforms and asking the algorithms who she is or posting negative, toxic comments, they are only ensuring that her content appears more frequently in their feeds. These actions, while intended to bring attention to their criticism, are ironically giving Kelce even more visibility.
In a candid moment on her podcast, Kelce remarked, “I can’t get over the fact that you actually typed this into Twitter, when you could have typed it into Google.” She went on to add, “And also, you typed my name, so now you know what you’re gonna get: More Kylie Kelce content.” This humorous remark highlights the absurdity of the situation—trolls trying to discredit her are simply ensuring that her name remains trending across social platforms. Kelce finds the entire scenario rather amusing, as it’s clear that their attempts to bring her down are backfiring by boosting her reach instead.
Reflecting further on the power of social media algorithms, Kelce revealed a conversation she had with her podcast producers. She suggested the idea of creating a segment dedicated to explaining how these algorithms work. The segment would educate listeners on how engaging with content, especially by commenting or typing her name, only serves to promote more of her content across social media timelines. Kelce’s insight into how these algorithms function shows that she not only understands the digital landscape but also sees the irony in how her critics are contributing to her rise in popularity.
Since the launch of her podcast, one of the most frequent criticisms Kelce has encountered online is that she is an “amateur.” This label is something Kelce finds particularly humorous because she has always described herself as an “amateur” in the podcasting world. As she bluntly put it: “I’ve been fucking saying that about my own [podcast].” Kelce’s open acknowledgment of her beginner status is both refreshing and relatable. Despite the criticisms, she continues to embrace her role in the podcasting world, confidently pushing forward with her content and maintaining a sense of humor about the situation.
In an interview with The New York Times last month, Kelce made it clear that she isn’t concerned with the opinions of others. She stated, “I don’t care what other people have to say,” a mantra that clearly resonates in her approach to the podcast and her public persona. Kelce’s ability to remain unbothered by negativity has been a key part of her success, allowing her to focus on her passion for podcasting and building a loyal listener base.
As she continues to release new episodes of her podcast, Kelce’s unwavering confidence and commitment to her work are evident. She’s not just letting online criticism get to her; instead, she’s using it as fuel to grow her platform and connect with her audience. For those who haven’t tuned in yet, the latest episode is available below, offering listeners another opportunity to hear from the unapologetic and rising podcasting star.
