New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

Lambeau Tour, Dan Campbell's Glasses & Miles Teller on Eternity, Kobe DMs, & Birds Fans | EP 164

November 12, 2025

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  • The hosts announced a special holiday edition of the Heights Hotline and the reopening of the New Heights Mailbox for fan submissions. 
  • Travis Kelce detailed his bye week routine, which involved traveling to New York to recharge and avoid the routine of Kansas City. 
  • The brothers discussed the Eagles' defensive victory over the Packers in Week 10, focusing on the controversial fourth-down decision late in the game and Jalen Phillips' immediate impact. 
  • Guest Miles Teller promoted his new film 'Eternity,' describing it as a heartfelt, comedic, and emotional exploration of choosing one's afterlife with a loved one. 
  • Miles Teller selects film roles based on avoiding repetition and seeking projects that push him, valuing the director's role in the final product. 
  • Miles Teller views the Philadelphia Eagles organization as a top-tier, well-oiled machine, appreciating their consistent winning product under ownership and coaching. 
  • Miles Teller detailed his significant connection with Kobe Bryant, which began after Kobe praised his film *Whiplash* and led to them exchanging DMs, including sharing *NBA 2K* scores. 

Segments

Show Intro and Episode Preview
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(00:01:10)
  • Key Takeaway: The episode will cover Week 10 recap, personal updates, and an interview with Miles Teller.
  • Summary: Travis and Jason welcome listeners, introduce sponsors, and outline the show’s content, including recapping NFL Week 10 and teasing the Miles Teller interview.
New News and Fan Engagement
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(00:02:17)
  • Key Takeaway: The show is launching a holiday hotline and reopening its P.O. box for fan submissions.
  • Summary: Sponsored by American Express, this segment details the ‘Heights Hotline Holiday Hot Takes’ and the reopening of the New Heights Mailbox. They also announce the upcoming Philadelphia tailgate event.
Travis’s Bye Week in NYC
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(00:05:01)
  • Key Takeaway: Travis enjoyed recharging during his bye week by visiting New York City and soaking in the city’s energy.
  • Summary: Travis discusses getting away during the bye week, visiting NYC, hanging out at Puffy’s Tavern, and enjoying the city’s atmosphere. They briefly discuss the upcoming Chiefs vs. Broncos game.
Jason’s Lambeau Tour Experience
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(00:10:06)
  • Key Takeaway: Jason had a fantastic, history-rich experience touring Lambeau Field and indulging in Wisconsin food culture.
  • Summary: Jason details his ‘Peyton’s Places’ segment, his Lambeau tour with Dad, and eating a massive prime rib at a Wisconsin supper club, praising the camaraderie of cold-weather fans.
NFL Week 10: Eagles vs. Packers
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(00:22:58)
  • Key Takeaway: The Eagles won a defensive battle in Green Bay, but their decision to go for it on 4th down late in the game was highly questionable.
  • Summary: The brothers discuss the Eagles’ 10-7 victory over the Packers, highlighting the strong defensive play from both sides and the controversial late-game fourth-down call by Philadelphia.
NFL Coaching Changes and News
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(00:30:06)
  • Key Takeaway: Mike Kafka is the Giants’ interim head coach, and Mike McDaniels was spotted potentially trolling a Bills bar.
  • Summary: They discuss Brian Dable’s firing in New York, promoting Mike Kafka to interim coach. They also review a photo suggesting Miami’s Mike McDaniels was taunting the Bills after their loss.
Stamp of the Week Awards
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(00:36:54)
  • Key Takeaway: Matt Stafford earned the stamp for finally reaching a career winning record after 231 starts.
  • Summary: The segment features nominations for Dan Campbell’s glasses and a ’thick six’ defensive touchdown. The final stamp goes to Matt Stafford for achieving a 115-115-1 record.
Miles Teller Interview: Film & Fandom
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(00:44:15)
  • Key Takeaway: Miles Teller is passionate about his new film Eternity and deeply connected to the Grateful Dead community.
  • Summary: Miles expresses excitement over his SNL hosting gig and discusses his love for the Grateful Dead. He then introduces his new movie, Eternity, which explores choices in the afterlife.
Discussing Eternity and Afterlife Choices
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(00:50:38)
  • Key Takeaway: The film Eternity prompts a deep discussion on the value of relationships and whether one would choose an eternal existence.
  • Summary: Miles and the Kelces analyze themes from Eternity, particularly the idea that ‘maybe the beautiful thing in life is that things end.’ Travis shares his concept of a perfect, quiet eternity.
Miles Teller Film Selection Process
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(00:53:37)
  • Key Takeaway: The script is the starting point, but working with a great director is paramount in choosing roles.
  • Summary: Miles Teller discusses his process for selecting films, emphasizing the importance of the script and the director, and his desire to avoid repetitive roles to show range.
Miles Teller on Eagles Fandom
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(00:56:02)
  • Key Takeaway: Teller appreciates the consistent winning product the Philadelphia Eagles organization puts on the field year after year.
  • Summary: The conversation shifts to football, where Miles Teller praises the Eagles organization’s consistency and discusses the passionate nature of Philadelphia sports fans.
Tahoe Golf Bet Revealed
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(01:03:54)
  • Key Takeaway: Miles Teller has a bet with Travis: if he finishes a round in the positive at Tahoe, Travis must dress as a Blue Man Group member.
  • Summary: The brothers discuss their annual Tahoe golf trip and reveal a high-stakes bet involving a Blue Man Group costume for Travis if Teller performs well.
Welcome to Hollywood Moment
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(01:16:26)
  • Key Takeaway: Teller’s ‘welcome to Hollywood’ moment was being intensely yelled at by Aaron Eckhart on his very first film set.
  • Summary: Miles Teller shares the story of his first movie experience, where Aaron Eckhart delivered a powerful, intimidating performance that served as his shock to the industry.
Kobe Bryant DM Interaction
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(01:15:08)
  • Key Takeaway: After Kobe Bryant praised Whiplash, he followed Teller on Twitter and they exchanged direct messages.
  • Summary: Teller recounts the surreal experience of receiving praise from Kobe Bryant, leading to a direct messaging exchange with the late basketball legend.
Recap and Show Promotions
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(01:23:04)
  • Key Takeaway: Listeners are reminded to watch Miles Teller’s upcoming film Eternity and subscribe to the New Heights podcast.
  • Summary: The brothers thank Miles Teller, promote his movie, and wrap up the episode with standard housekeeping, including thanking the production team and promoting Wondery Plus.