New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

Every Chief's Gotta Eat, NFL Meatheads & Keanu Reeves on Comedy Dangers, Life Advice & More | EP 160

October 15, 2025

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  • The Kansas City Chiefs' offense is finding its rhythm, highlighted by a balanced attack featuring consistent running and efficient passing in their Week 6 victory over the Detroit Lions. 
  • Travis Kelce passed Jason Witten for second all-time in primetime receiving yards, though he humorously endured a head-over-heels landing after a catch. 
  • The New York Giants, led by the high-energy, relentless play of quarterback Jalen Dart, are proving to be an exciting team to watch despite low external expectations. 
  • The hosts and guest Keanu Reeves celebrated the value of 'meatheads' in the NFL—players with extreme mental toughness willing to sacrifice themselves for the team, contrasting with modern sports science advice. 
  • The Miami Dolphins are showing signs of being 'cooked' due to poor demeanor and players skipping players-only meetings, which the hosts humorously suggested could be solved with WhatsApp. 
  • Keanu Reeves shared that his biggest on-set injury occurred not during action sequences, but by tripping on a carpet while walking to his dressing room, resulting in a vertical break of his kneecap. 
  • Keanu Reeves shared a classic Hollywood anecdote about being asked to change his name to "Casey Reeves" early in his career before ultimately sticking with his birth name. 
  • Keanu Reeves expressed support for the Kansas City Chiefs to win the Super Bowl, while Jason Kelce defended the Philadelphia Eagles, and Reeves revealed his childhood NFL allegiances were with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Joe Montana. 
  • The conversation touched upon Keanu Reeves' experience filming football scenes for *The Replacements*, drawing parallels between movie set safety protocols and NFL practice rules regarding hitting key players. 

Segments

Adobe Acrobat Studio Ad
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(00:00:00)
  • Key Takeaway: Promoting Adobe Acrobat Studio’s new AI features for productivity.
  • Summary: An advertisement for Adobe Acrobat Studio, focusing on the new PDF Spaces feature and AI assistance for working smarter.
Podcast Welcome and Sponsors
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(00:01:18)
  • Key Takeaway: Hosts welcome listeners and introduce the episode’s main topics, including the Keanu Reeves interview.
  • Summary: Travis and Jason welcome listeners, mention WhatsApp sponsorship, and outline the episode’s agenda: Chiefs/Lions recap, Eagles news, and the Keanu Reeves interview.
New News: Japanese Maple Tree
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(00:03:42)
  • Key Takeaway: Fans are tagging Jason Kelce in videos featuring Japanese maple trees.
  • Summary: The hosts discuss the trend of listeners tagging Jason in videos of Japanese maple trees, including a voicemail about Jason potentially becoming the face of the tree.
Chiefs vs. Lions Game Recap
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(00:06:17)
  • Key Takeaway: The Chiefs’ victory was built on strong play across all three phases, especially the run game.
  • Summary: The brothers break down the Chiefs’ win over the Lions, praising the defense for adjusting and the offense for establishing a consistent run game, feeding the offensive line.
E.G.E. Motto and Mahomes Stats
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(00:12:38)
  • Key Takeaway: The Chiefs’ offensive success is attributed to the ‘Everybody Gotta Eat’ philosophy.
  • Summary: They discuss the Chiefs’ balanced attack, referencing the E.G.E. motto. They also touch on Patrick Mahomes setting a record for fastest combined touchdowns (a ‘LeBron stat’).
Travis Kelsey Primetime Records
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(00:13:38)
  • Key Takeaway: Travis Kelsey passed Jason Witten for second all-time in primetime receiving yards.
  • Summary: Travis is recognized for passing Jason Witten in primetime receiving yards, leading to a discussion about who is first (Jerry Rice) and the volume of primetime games the Chiefs play.
Travis’s Catch and Dream Shake
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(00:15:16)
  • Key Takeaway: Travis had a strong game, highlighted by a physical catch and a move dubbed the ‘dream shake.’
  • Summary: They review photos of Travis getting hit hard after a catch and discuss his first catch, which Travis called a ‘dream shake,’ comparing it to Hakeem Olajuwon.
Eagles Loss and Philly Sports Woes
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(00:35:36)
  • Key Takeaway: The Eagles suffered a frustrating loss to the Giants, contributing to a historically bad day for Philadelphia sports.
  • Summary: Jason discusses the Eagles’ loss to the Giants, attributing it partly to short-week fatigue and defensive struggles. They note that Philadelphia teams (NHL, NFL, MLB) were all eliminated on the same day.
Giants’ Energy and Mentality
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  • Key Takeaway: The Giants’ youthful, relentless energy, exemplified by QB J. Dart, is infectious and admirable.
  • Summary: The brothers praise the energy and mentality of the Giants, particularly quarterback J. Dart, who plays with a physical, no-quit attitude that reminds them of ‘meatheads’ and the spirit of The Replacements.
WhatsApp and Reese’s Ads
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(00:30:13)
  • Key Takeaway: Sponsor reads for WhatsApp (pinned messages) and Reese’s (pumpkins).
  • Summary: The show features ads for WhatsApp, focusing on pinning important messages in group chats, and Reese’s, celebrating the superiority of Reese’s pumpkins.
Praise for Fun, Aggressive Player Mentality
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(00:51:16)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts appreciate high-level players who play with reckless abandon and fun, contrasting it with modern caution.
  • Summary: Discussion about the fun energy of a team (Giants mentioned) and the rarity of talented players willing to risk injury (‘meatheads’). They dismiss sports science in favor of pure aggression.
Dolphins’ Internal Struggles and Tua’s Comments
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(00:54:00)
  • Key Takeaway: The Dolphins appear to be struggling internally, evidenced by Tua Tagovailoa reporting players skipping mandatory meetings.
  • Summary: The hosts discuss the Dolphins’ poor demeanor and Tua’s comments about players missing players-only meetings, leading to humorous suggestions about using WhatsApp for better communication.
Jets’ Historic Offensive Collapse
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(00:57:24)
  • Key Takeaway: The Jets’ offense hit a historic low with Justin Fields recording negative passing yards, forcing Kurt Warner to tweet during the game.
  • Summary: The Jets’ winless status is discussed, highlighting Justin Fields’ -10 passing yards. Jets expert ‘Jets Jake’ joins to analyze the team’s issues and predicts their first win will be next week against Carolina.
Quarter Season NFL Surprises and MVP Talk
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  • Key Takeaway: The NFL season is wide open, with Daniel Jones being the biggest surprise QB and Baker Mayfield earning MVP consideration.
  • Summary: The brothers review the first quarter of the season, debating the toughest division (AFC West) and naming surprising teams/players. They nominate Vrabel for Coach of the Year and Baker Mayfield for MVP.
Stamp of the Week Winners Announced
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(01:06:04)
  • Key Takeaway: Jalen Moore, Rico Dowdle, and Cam Scataboo earned stamps, alongside a humorous stamp for a highly intoxicated Aggie fan.
  • Summary: The hosts award Stamps of the Week, including one for Jalen Moore’s new baby and performance, Rico Dowdle’s big game, and a bizarre arrest report from Texas A&M.
Interview Kickoff with Keanu Reeves
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  • Key Takeaway: Keanu Reeves is introduced ahead of promoting his new comedy film, Good Fortune, directed by Aziz Ansari.
  • Summary: The hosts welcome Keanu Reeves, mentioning his iconic roles. Reeves discusses working with Aziz Ansari and Seth Rogan on Good Fortune, noting the film’s unique take on the body-swap trope.
Keanu on Comedy and Character Development
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(01:21:45)
  • Key Takeaway: Reeves enjoys comedy and was directed by Ansari to bring back the lightness of his Bill & Ted and Parenthood roles.
  • Summary: Reeves explains the collaborative process with Ansari, who guided him to channel lighter energy into his character Gabriel. They discuss the difference between action and comedy preparation.
Swapping Lives and Athletic Peak Moments
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(01:24:01)
  • Key Takeaway: Reeves would want to experience the peak, instinctive moment of an elite athlete, like an Olympic runner breaking a world record.
  • Summary: The hosts ask Reeves who he would swap lives with. He focuses on experiencing the ‘zone’ in sports, leading the brothers to discuss their own ‘blacked out’ moments in the Super Bowl.
Keanu’s Favorite Quotes and Life Advice
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(01:31:47)
  • Key Takeaway: The best life advice Reeves has received is simply to ‘rest,’ and his most famous quote remains ‘Be excellent to each other.’
  • Summary: Reeves lists his iconic quotes (‘Whoa,’ ‘Be excellent to each other’). He shares that the best advice he’s received is the importance of rest for clearing the mind.
Welcome to Hollywood Moment
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(01:42:53)
  • Key Takeaway: Reeves’ ‘Welcome to Hollywood’ moment was when his manager tried to change his name to ‘Casey Reeves’ upon his arrival in LA.
  • Summary: Reeves recounts being told to change his name at age 20 when he first moved to LA, a suggestion he ultimately rejected after a brief trial period.
Hollywood Name Change Story
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(01:43:29)
  • Key Takeaway: Keanu Reeves was advised to change his name early in his career, briefly considering ‘Casey Reeves’.
  • Summary: The discussion centers on Keanu Reeves moving to LA at 20 and his manager suggesting a name change. He recounts considering names like ‘Casey Reeves’ before ultimately rejecting the idea.
Super Bowl Prediction & Team Loyalty
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(01:44:47)
  • Key Takeaway: Keanu Reeves predicts the Kansas City Chiefs will win the Super Bowl.
  • Summary: After thanking Reeves, the hosts ask for a Super Bowl prediction. Reeves backs the Chiefs. He also shares his childhood football allegiances, naming the Steelers and Joe Montana as favorites.
Praise for Steelers Name Ethos
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(01:46:12)
  • Key Takeaway: Travis Kelce believes the ‘Steelers’ is the best name in football due to its representation of community and toughness.
  • Summary: Travis Kelce elaborates on why he admires the Pittsburgh Steelers name, connecting it to the city’s industrial history and the team’s ethos.
Gratitude and Closing Remarks
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(01:46:55)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts express deep appreciation for Keanu Reeves’ character and acting career.
  • Summary: Jason and Travis thank Keanu Reeves for his time, praising his ethos and acting. They mention his film Good Fortune and reference his role as Shane Falco.
Film Club Promotion and Wrap-up
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(01:48:53)
  • Key Takeaway: The hosts promote the upcoming Replacements Film Club episode featuring Keanu Reeves.
  • Summary: The hosts wrap up the main interview, promoting the Film Club episode dropping Friday and thanking sponsors like WhatsApp.
Stunt Work and NFL Parallels
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(01:50:11)
  • Key Takeaway: Reeves confirms stunt players were told not to hit him, mirroring the NFL’s protection of key players.
  • Summary: A follow-up question addresses whether Reeves took hits while filming. He explains stuntmen were instructed not to hit him, comparing this to practice rules in the NFL.