NFL stars and brothers Travis and Jason Kelce have announced the highly anticipated return of their hit podcast, New Heights. Season 3 of the show is set to premiere tomorrow, and fans are buzzing with excitement over a special guest rumored to be featured in the first episode.
The brothers teased the news on the podcast’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, stating, “We’re back! Season 3 premieres tomorrow and we’ve got an absolute Banger of an episode to kick it off.
It’s a guest episode tomorrow, a special guest will appear in the first episode of season 3.”
Speculation is rampant that the mystery guest could be none other than pop sensation Taylor Swift. This theory gained traction after Travis and Jason’s family recently attended a pool party at Swift’s Rhode Island mansion, which was also attended by other celebrities. The close bond between Swift and the Kelce family has been evident, with Swift frequently supporting the brothers. Given the timing and circumstances, many fans believe that Swift’s appearance on the podcast would be the perfect way to kick off the new season.
In addition to the exciting guest appearance, the Kelce brothers have recently inked a lucrative deal with Wondery, an Amazon-owned podcast studio. According to sources close to the situation, the deal is valued at over $100 million, although official details remain under wraps. This agreement allows Wondery to distribute both audio and video episodes of New Heights globally. Additionally, Amazon has secured the rights to develop, produce, license, and distribute all merchandise related to the show.
Fans with a Wondery subscription will have the perk of listening to new episodes early and ad-free. However, the podcast will still be available on other platforms for listeners who prefer their usual podcasting apps.
In a statement released by Amazon, Travis and Jason expressed their enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, “We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Wondery for the next phase of New Heights. We love this show and the fan base that has grown with us over the past two seasons. Wondery understands our shared vision and will bring a wealth of experience and resources to take us to the next level. Together, we will create some groundbreaking moments through this partnership. We are excited to start Season 3. See you soon, 92%ers!”
The term “92%ers” has become a nickname for New Heights fans, referring to Jason Kelce’s humorous take on the success rate of a quarterback sneak, which he famously claimed “works 92% of the time” on the podcast.
The popularity of New Heights soared last year after Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce began dating Taylor Swift in 2023. The relationship has often been a topic of discussion on the podcast, drawing in Swift’s fans, who have tuned in to hear more about the couple and submit their own questions about football. Jason Kelce, who retired as center for the Philadelphia Eagles earlier this year, joked in June that his fan base has drastically changed thanks to Swift’s influence. “My target audience used to be fat, hairy guys,” he quipped on the podcast. “Now, I’m out in public all the time posing with 12- to 14-year-old girls who are like, ‘Oh my gosh, you’re Travis’s brother dating Taylor Swift!'”
As fans eagerly await the premiere of Season 3, the question on everyone’s mind is whether Taylor Swift will indeed make an appearance. The episode is set to drop tomorrow, and with the excitement surrounding the Kelce brothers and their ever-growing fan base, it’s sure to be an eventful start to the new season.