Jason Kelce Reveals Why He Loves Being "Nagged" by Wife Kylie
In a surprising admission on the "New Heights" podcast, retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce confessed that he appreciates being "nagged" by his wife, Kylie Kelce. He stated that he responds well to her reminders to complete household tasks, a sentiment that sparked widespread discussion online.
Kelce's "Pro-Nagging" Stance: A Need for Coaching
During the July 17, 2025, episode of "New Heights," which he co-hosts with his brother Travis Kelce, Jason openly shared his unusual perspective. "Please nag the f--- out of me!" he exclaimed. "Tell me to get my lazy ass up and take the goddamn trash out."
He elaborated that he often gets "caught in his own thoughts" and tends to procrastinate on household chores, explaining his need for Kylie's prompting. Jason likened it to his background in sports, stating that he "likes coaching" and "needs that" kind of motivation in his personal life as well.
Kylie's Hesitation and the Reality of Household Labor
Despite Jason's enthusiasm for being nagged, he acknowledged that Kylie isn't always on board with his preference. According to Jason, Kylie often tells him, "Jason, I don't want to tell you to do these things." He understands her sentiment but admits that without her reminders, tasks often go undone.
A Scathing Critique of "Shitty Husbands"
Jason didn't hold back when discussing men who complain about nagging from their partners. He stated that he has "little respect" for those who gripe about being reminded to do chores they are supposed to be doing. His blunt assessment: "If you have a spouse that's against nagging of things that he should be doing, you got a shitty husband."
The Limits of Nagging: Kylie's "Free Pass"
While Jason welcomes Kylie's nagging, he made it clear that the arrangement is one-sided. He stated emphatically that he would "never, ever" tell Kylie to do something around the house because "she does enough" already, acknowledging her significant contributions to their household.
The Context of "Mental Load" and Uneven Labor Distribution
The conversation touched upon the concept of "mental load" or "invisible labor," which often falls disproportionately on women in heterosexual relationships. This includes the constant mental effort of remembering and delegating household chores and other responsibilities.
Podcast Episode Details and Recent Family Changes
The specific "New Heights" podcast episode featuring Jason's comments was released around July 16 or 17, 2025. The discussion comes after Jason's retirement from the NFL in March 2024, a transition that has altered the couple's daily routines, even leading to Jason seeing Kylie less due to his new ventures. Furthermore, Kylie and Jason welcomed their fourth daughter, Finnley, on March 30, 2025, adding to the already demanding responsibilities of their household.
Podcast Listener Reactions and Expert Commentary
Jason's candid remarks on "New Heights" are likely to resonate with a wide audience, sparking further discussions about relationship dynamics, household labor, and communication. The comments have the potential to normalize nagging as a communication style for some, while others might view them as perpetuating an uneven distribution of domestic responsibilities. Relationship experts and commentators may weigh in on the topic, analyzing the balance between proactive task-sharing and reliance on constant reminders in modern partnerships.
