Charlotte Flair’s upcoming podcast is continuing to take shape, and WWE producer TJ Wilson is among the guests who has already filmed an episode.
Nattie discussed Wilson’s appearance during a recent segment of Busted Open, where she revealed that her husband had participated in a taping for Flair’s new project, Off The Pedestal With Ashley Fliehr. While Nattie was careful not to divulge the contents of the conversation, she shared a personal story about Wilson returning home with flowers and an especially meaningful message from Flair.
The podcast was revealed during the summer of 2026 as a project being launched by Charlotte Flair under her real name, Ashley Fliehr. Ric Flair subsequently shared a photograph of himself and his daughter on set, offering an early look at the production. The show’s title, Off The Pedestal With Ashley Fliehr, signals a more personal platform for one of WWE’s most prominent stars.
Wilson’s appearance is notable given his current behind-the-scenes role with WWE and his longstanding connection to the company’s women’s division. Nattie said Flair’s approach to welcoming guests made the experience particularly memorable for him.
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“The other day, T.J. filmed a podcast with Charlotte Flair, and — spoiler alert,” Nattie said with a laugh. “But T.J. came home, and he was so happy when he came home because Charlotte wrote him this really nice note… He walked in the front door and he had this big bouquet of flowers, and I was like, ‘Where are those from?’ Because you know, of course I’m like, ‘What’s going on?’”
Nattie initially found the bouquet surprising, but Wilson explained that it had come from Flair. In recounting the exchange, Nattie said she realized that presenting flowers is part of Flair’s plan for her guests on the podcast.
“T.J. was like, ‘Charlotte, she gave me these flowers,’ and I go, ‘Oh, she gave you your flowers.’ She’s got a podcast that she’s starting. Gosh, I don’t wanna spoil anything but, sorry Ash if I did. But, she gives her guests flowers that come on the show.”
The phrase “giving someone their flowers” has become common shorthand for recognizing a person’s contributions while they are able to receive that appreciation. In Wilson’s case, the gesture was accompanied by words from Flair that, Nattie said, clearly resonated with him on a deeper level.
According to Nattie, Flair told Wilson what he has meant to her personally, as well as what he has meant to WWE’s women’s division. Nattie said the acknowledgement left Wilson visibly emotional when he arrived home following the recording.
“T.J. came in the front door and he almost had tears in his eyes and he was like, ‘Charlotte just told me what I mean to her and the division and how grateful she is for everything that I’ve given back…’ I could just tell it made his whole week because somebody said, ‘Good job…’”
That response provides a glimpse at the tone Flair may be seeking for Off The Pedestal With Ashley Fliehr. The announcement alone did not establish a format, launch date, or full guest list for the show. However, Nattie’s comments indicate that Flair is using the series to create space for direct conversations and expressions of gratitude with people who have played meaningful roles in her professional life.
Wilson’s WWE perspective could make for a significant conversation
Wilson’s presence as an early guest carries natural interest because he works as a WWE producer while also holding a unique relationship to many of the performers who have helped define the modern women’s roster. Flair specifically recognizing his contributions to the division suggests that their conversation may touch on the work and support that takes place away from the cameras.
It is important, though, not to read beyond what has been confirmed. Nattie did not reveal the topics that Flair and Wilson discussed during the recording, nor did she provide details about when the episode will be released. She openly acknowledged that she did not want to spoil the project, so fans will have to wait for Flair’s own rollout to learn more about the episode.
Still, the detail Nattie did share is revealing in its own way. Flair’s gift of a bouquet and handwritten note was not presented simply as a promotional anecdote. Nattie described a sincere moment in which Wilson felt recognized for his work and for what he has given back. Her account also underlined how much the gesture affected him, saying it made his week to hear that his efforts were valued.
For Flair, placing that kind of recognition at the center of a new media project could distinguish the podcast from a standard interview series. The title itself points toward a presentation that goes beyond the public image attached to one of WWE’s biggest names. Rather than only revisiting matches, championships, or familiar wrestling talking points, the show appears positioned to let Ashley Fliehr engage with guests in a more personal setting.
A personal project under Ashley Fliehr’s name
Flair launching the podcast under her real name is a significant part of the project’s identity. Charlotte Flair is an established WWE persona with a major legacy behind it, while Ashley Fliehr gives the podcast a more individual framing. The decision does not change her standing as a WWE Superstar, but it does offer a clear signal that the program is intended to present another side of the person audiences know from television.
Ric Flair’s earlier photograph from the set added to the sense that the project will have a family and personal dimension. With Wilson now confirmed by Nattie as a recorded guest, the show’s early orbit includes people with direct connections to Flair’s career, WWE, and the development of women’s wrestling within the company.
There is no indication yet of whether Ric Flair will appear as a guest, whether Wilson’s episode will be among the first released, or how frequently new installments will be published. Those are details that remain unannounced. What is established is that taping is underway and that Flair has begun welcoming guests to the set.
The reported floral tradition also gives the production a distinctive recurring touch. A bouquet is a simple visual gesture, but Nattie’s story shows that Flair is pairing it with a more substantive act of appreciation. For Wilson, it was the accompanying note and Flair’s words about his impact that stood out. Nattie’s reaction made clear that she recognized the emotional weight of the moment as soon as he came through the door.
Nattie also addresses her recent dental surgery
During the same appearance, Nattie also disclosed that she had undergone dental surgery. She did not connect that matter to Flair’s podcast or Wilson’s taping, but it was another personal update she shared during the conversation.
The central takeaway from Nattie’s comments remains the confirmation that Wilson has filmed with Flair and the appreciation Flair expressed during their time together. It is not yet known when fans will hear the exchange for themselves, but Nattie’s account has already set expectations for an episode that could offer an unusually candid look at the relationships and respect that exist behind WWE’s on-screen presentation.
As Off The Pedestal With Ashley Fliehr moves closer to launch, more information will be needed regarding its premiere date, distribution, guest lineup, and episode schedule. For now, Wilson is one confirmed participant, and Nattie’s description suggests that Flair is approaching the show with a clear emphasis on gratitude, conversation, and the people who have helped shape her journey.
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