NILOSOPHY

Episodi

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  Paige Bueckers Talks New WNBA CBA, Favorite NIL Deals, the Media & More 27.06.2025 41min

  In this episode of NILOSOPHY, Deja Kelly sits down with Paige Bueckers, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, for an unfiltered interview. From dominating at UConn to navigating injuries, NIL deals, and building a brand off the court -- Paige shares it all. 🔥 In this episode: Why Paige left UConn after five yearsHow she built a multi-million dollar NIL brand from scratchThe real business behind NIL deals, social media, and agentsWhat it’s like to get drafted and play for the Dallas W...
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  Sam Hurley Talks TikTok Fame, NIL, Texas, Livvy Dunne's Influence, & His Olympic Dreams | Nilosophy 13.06.2025 38min

  Track star. Social media phenom. Future Olympian? In this episode of NILOSOPHY, Deja Kelly sits down with University of Texas standout Sam Hurley for his most personal and revealing conversation yet. From earning millions of followers online to navigating the highs and lows of NIL deals, collectives, and brand partnerships, Sam breaks down his journey as a student-athlete and digital creator — and why he’s transferring for his final season. Sam opens up about: Growing up in Arkansas and his j...
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  Kiyan Anthony On Building His Brand, His Own Legacy & Being Melo's Son 30.05.2025 24min

  In this exclusive Nilosophy interview, the Syracuse commit opens up about: His transition from high school to college basketballBalancing life as an athlete, entrepreneur, and influencerLaunching his own clothing brand at 16The business advice he’s learned from Carmelo and La La AnthonyBuilding generational wealth and navigating NIL dealsStaying mentally sharp while handling fame, family, and pressureFrom moments on the court to million-follower milestones off it, Kiyan is a rising star who u...
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  Chloe Pavlech: From Maryland PG to Media Mogul & Chief Growth Officer at Unrivaled 16.05.2025 29min

  In this powerful episode, host Deja Kelly sits down with Chloe Pavlech — former Maryland point guard turned media powerhouse, coach and now Chief Growth Officer at Unrivaled — to unpack her journey from college athlete to women’s sports trailblazer and what she sees as the future for players with NIL being so prevalent. Chloe opens up about: - Her transition from basketball player to coach at UConn - Building She Hoops Network from a passion project to a media acquisition via Overtime - Landi...
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  From NIL to Ownership: How Athletes Build Empires | Deja Kelly & Her Agent Break it Down 09.05.2025 36min

  On this episode of Nilosophy, WNBA star Deja Kelly sits down with someone who knows her better than most—her own agent, Cecil White. Together, they break down the real business of being a college athlete turned pro, diving deep into NIL deals, equity partnerships, personal branding, and what it really takes to succeed off the court. Whether you're an athlete, creator, or future agent, this is your inside look at how the best deals get made—and how to build a brand that lasts. Don't forget to ...
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  Breaking Down how NIL & the Transfer Portal Affect Women's College Basketball w/ Coach Yo! 21.04.2025 37min

  In this episode of NILOSOPHY, Deja Kelly sits down with Ole Miss Women’s Basketball Head Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin—better known as Coach Yo—for an honest, powerful conversation about the evolving world of NIL and what it really means for women’s college basketball. From building athlete brands to navigating recruiting in the NIL era, Coach Yo breaks down how she’s helping her players win on and off the court. She opens up about what leadership looks like today, how she’s adapting to this new...
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  UCLA Basketball Star Gabriela Jaquez on the Transfer Portal, Giving Back, and Navigating NIL with her NBA Brother 04.04.2025 25min

  In this episode, Gabriela Jaquez, UCLA Basketball Star and Mexico National Team Member, joins Deja ahead of her Final Four appearance. Gabriela shares her experience being a Mexican-American basketball player, a dual sport athlete, and creating a scholarship fund with her brother Jaime Jaquez Jr. NILOSOPHY is a Front Office Sports Network show. The show offers an inside look at the world of NIL (name, image, and likeness) from the perspective of the athletes and executives navigating this qui...
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  South Carolina 2x National Champion Raven Johnson Talks NIL as March Madness Tips Off 21.03.2025 22min

  In this Season 2 Tip-Off, Raven Johnson, 2x NCAA Basketball National Champion on the South Carolina Gamecocks, sits down with Deja to discuss buying her mom a car, her favorite NIL deal, and playing with the boys at the Allen Iverson Classic. NILOSOPHY is a Front Office Sports Network show. The show offers an inside look at the world of NIL (name, image, and likeness) from the perspective of the athletes and executives navigating this quickly evolving landscape. New episodes release every oth...
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  S1 EP 4: Aliyah Boston 19.10.2023 24min

  On this week's episode, NILOSOPHY host Deja Kelly sits down with WNBA Rookie of the Year and former South Carolina Basketball star Aliyah Boston. Deja and Aliyah discuss Aliyah's new broadcasting gig, transitioning to the WNBA, Coach Staley, credit scores, and more!
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  S1 EP 3: Armando Bacot 13.09.2023 23min

  On this week's episode, our host Deja Kelly chats with fellow North Carolina Tar Heel and 2x All-ACC hooper Armando Bacot. Armando shares his experience making it to the National Championship, deleting social media during the season, and using his business degree to navigate investing and NIL deals.
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  S1 EP 2: Jordan Chiles 22.08.2023 27min

  Deja Kelly sits down with Olympian and 2x NCAA Champion gymnast Jordan Chiles to discuss buying her parents a house, building a business, and giving strangers her NIL money.
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  S1 EP 1: Cameron Brink 07.08.2023 47min

  In NILOSOPHY's debut, National Champion hooper and NIL trailblazer Cameron Brink joins the show! The Pac-12 Co-Player of the Year dives deep with host Deja Kelly to discuss her experience in the NIL era: navigating relationships, investing, future aspirations of building her own clothing brand, and much more.