In a refreshingly candid sit-down, alpine skiing legend Mikaela Shiffrin is pulling back the curtain on life after her latest Olympic triumph at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games — and yes, it involves calling podcast host Kylie Kelce her “long-lost sister.”
The three-time Olympic gold medalist joined Kylie Kelce on the Not Gonna Lie podcast for a wide-ranging conversation that blended raw reflections on elite athletic pressure, viral fan moments, and sisterhood vibes that took the internet by storm.
From Gold to Real Life
Shiffrin, fresh off another dominant performance including a standout slalom gold, opened up about the whirlwind of post-Olympic emotions. She described the high of standing on the podium alongside Team USA teammates, the pride in their collective resilience, and the very human moments of celebrating with her first-ever espresso martini.
She also addressed the lighter side: accidentally cursing on live television (twice) during broadcasts and the hilarious fan reaction to her striking resemblance to Kylie Kelce. Shiffrin leaned into the lookalike buzz, playfully referring to Jason Kelce as her “brother-in-law from that other podcast” and promising to get Kylie on skis.
“Kylie, you might be my new favorite person,” Shiffrin shared, while noting that while she sees the resemblance, she thinks Kelce is “generally cooler in pretty much every sense of life.”
Kylie as ‘Inspo’ and Life Beyond the Slopes
Shiffrin highlighted Kelce as an inspiration — not just for the viral twin comparisons, but for how she navigates public life with authenticity and humor. The conversation touched on mental preparation, the grind of returning to competition, and the joy of simply connecting with fellow athletes and personalities off the slopes.
Fans flooded social media with support, loving the cross-sport crossover between the skiing GOAT and the popular podcaster/NFL wife. Shiffrin’s Instagram post about the meeting racked up massive engagement, with followers calling it a wholesome highlight of the Games.
What’s Next for the GOAT?
Despite the Olympic success, Shiffrin made it clear she’s far from finished. She’s shifting focus back to the FIS Alpine World Cup season, emphasizing that the journey continues: “We’re not done yet. Onward… Moving Right Along.”
Her message to fellow athletes — both medalists and those who faced heartbreak — was one of gratitude and encouragement: dream big and dare greatly.
The episode is a must-listen for sports fans, blending elite performance insights with genuine, laugh-out-loud moments. In an era where athletes are often guarded, Shiffrin’s openness — and her unexpected Kelce sisterhood — feels like a breath of fresh mountain air.
Who else is here for Shiffrin teaching Kylie how to ski? ⛷️
