Ankler Agenda BONUS EP: Scoring Big: How Noah Beck and Jordan Chiles Built Fandom (and Careers) Off the Field
Dec 14, 2025
Noah Beck, a TikTok superstar turned actor, and Jordan Chiles, an Olympic gymnast and NCAA athlete, discuss how they’re redefining athletic success beyond sports. They reveal their journeys from social media to major career opportunities in acting and fashion. Jordan shares insights from her experience on Dancing with the Stars and how it transformed her social media presence. Noah delves into the unpredictability of virality and the balance between authenticity and performance. Both emphasize the importance of mentorship and mental health in their competitive careers.
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Social Media Reveals New Dimensions
- Jordan says Dancing With The Stars expanded her social media beyond gymnastics and improved her relationship with the platforms.
- She uses social media now to showcase different sides of herself, not just athletic highlights.
Virality Versus Authenticity
- Noah explains virality is unpredictable and pursuing it can kill authenticity.
- He treats TikTok as a spontaneous, low-pressure space while balancing a curated public persona for acting.
From COVID Hobby To Career Pivot
- Noah started posting during COVID out of boredom and bet with his sister led to rapid follower growth overnight.
- Brand emails and invites to LA revealed monetization potential and forced a career decision away from college soccer.