Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce are aiming to elevate their podcast,
New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce, to unprecedented levels with a new $100 million deal.
The Wall Street Journal reported on July 27 that the Kelce brothers are in discussions with podcasting network Wondery to secure this groundbreaking contract.
An industry executive commented on the potential deal, stating, “They will absolutely get that much. These aren’t vanity deals, these shows are cash machines.” The podcast’s immense popularity has been bolstered by Travis’s high-profile relationship with superstar singer Taylor Swift, adding to its wide-reaching appeal.
Since its debut in September 2022, New Heights has made significant waves in the podcasting world. The podcast provides a unique platform for the Kelce brothers, allowing Travis, 34, a Kansas City Chiefs tight end, and Jason, 36, a now-retired Philadelphia Eagles center, to share their experiences in the NFL and discuss various lifestyle topics. From reflecting on their football careers to exploring their favorite Disney Channel Original Movies and style choices, the podcast showcases the brothers’ personalities and insights.
NEEEEEW NEEEEEEWS! 🗣️ @newheightshow wins PODCAST OF THE YEAR presented by @thehartford!! Congrats Jason & Travis Kelce! 👏 #iHeartPodcastAwards pic.twitter.com/4JIjdOP7f3
— iHeartRadio (@iHeartRadio) March 12, 2024
The podcast’s success is also reflected in its accolades, having won awards like the Podcast of the Year at the 2024 iHeartRadio Podcast Awards. It has featured prominent guests, including Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lil Dicky, further enhancing its popularity and reach.
Discussing the podcast’s growth following Travis’s public romance with Swift, Jason shared during a panel at Sport Beach 2024, “It’s been fun for me, I have three little girls, so in some ways, the show and everything that’s transpired over the past year has given reasons for girls to get involved in a sport where previously there wasn’t that much interest.”
He continued, “So all of a sudden, dads are hanging out with daughters and there’s worlds colliding, and our show gets to be another place where worlds collide, and it’s awesome.”
What Olympic sport should Jason and Trav try for the first time? pic.twitter.com/SueQe18roT
— New Heights (@newheightshow) July 27, 2024
Although there is no official announcement for the return of New Heights for season 3, the Kelce brothers hinted in the season 2 finale that they would be taking a break for “about two months.” Fans eagerly await the return of the podcast, which has become a beloved fixture in the sports and entertainment podcasting landscape.
The potential $100 million deal underscores the massive influence and popularity of the Kelce brothers’ podcast, promising exciting developments for listeners in the upcoming season. As negotiations continue, fans can look forward to more engaging content and high-profile guests when New Heights returns.
