New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

The Fate of the Chiefs, Jason gets Cancelled! and The Life of a Showgirl Review | Ep 158

October 8, 2025

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  • Jason Kelsey's favorite songs from Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" are "Opalite" and "Eldest Daughter," with "Wishlist" also growing on him after initial listens. 
  • The Kansas City Chiefs lost a wild Monday Night Football game to the Jacksonville Jaguars (28-31) due to uncharacteristic sloppiness and 14 penalties, despite outgaining them in yardage. 
  • Travis Kelce set a new franchise record for all-purpose yards during the Chiefs' loss, surpassing Dante Hall's previous record. 
  • Jason recounted his spontaneous experience joining a beer league hockey game in Jacksonville after watching football, despite having dull rental skates. 
  • Travis awarded Taylor Swift his Stamp of the Week for the record-breaking sales and streaming numbers of her album, "The Life of a Showgirl." 
  • The brothers discussed their ongoing project to highlight unique, local establishments, exemplified by Jason's visit to Peter May's House of Kielbasa in Kansas City. 

Segments

Taylor Swift Album Initial Reactions
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  • Key Takeaway: Jason’s initial favorite songs on “The Life of a Showgirl” were “Opalite” and “Eldest Daughter.”
  • Summary: Jason initially favored “Opalite” for its joyous, catchy chorus and “Eldest Daughter” as a beautiful ballad. Kylie’s favorite song from the start was “Wishlist,” which Jason later agreed was fantastic and clever. Travis noted that listening to the album felt different with Taylor present, emphasizing appreciation for her creation.
Podcast Introduction and Episode Preview
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  • Key Takeaway: The episode will recap Chiefs/Jags, Week 5 NFL action, and feature official reviews of “The Life of a Showgirl.”
  • Summary: The hosts introduced the episode, sponsored by Peloton, and previewed the main segments. They announced an upcoming guest episode featuring Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, dropping on Monday, October 13th. Previously recorded Wondery Plus bonus content is being rolled out to the main feed.
Reviewing “The Life of a Showgirl”
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  • Key Takeaway: Jason’s favorite tracks evolved to include “Actually Romantic,” which he felt had a 90s alternative rock feel.
  • Summary: Jason confirmed that “Wishlist” became a top track after Kylie recommended revisiting it, appreciating its clever sentiment about relationships. He praised “Honey” for reframing pet names positively within a loving relationship. The song “Wood” was discussed, with Jason feeling confident about its reference to him, contrasting with Travis’s comparison to a Japanese Maple.
Jason’s Thoughts on “Wood” and “Canceled”
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  • Key Takeaway: Jason related the song “Canceled” to the nature of team dynamics when facing adversity.
  • Summary: Jason felt confident about the song “Wood” referencing him, though Travis teased him about the specific imagery. He appreciated the production quality, noting the difference between early versions and the final mastering. “Canceled” resonated with Jason as it mirrored how true friends and teammates are revealed during losing streaks, similar to football team dynamics.
Album Success and Family Reactions
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  • Key Takeaway: Mama Kelce and Uncle Don attended an AMC release party for the album and its accompanying short film.
  • Summary: Travis noted that “Eldest Daughter” was relatable even for an older brother, reflecting the experience of entering new situations first. “The Fate of Ophelia” music video premiered alongside an hour-long special at AMC Theaters, which the family attended. Travis expressed pride in Taylor’s strategic planning and hard work leading to the successful album release.
Peloton and WhatsApp Sponsorship Reads
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  • Key Takeaway: The Peloton Cross Training Tread Plus features a swiveling screen and Peloton IQ for intelligent strength coaching, including rep counting.
  • Summary: The Peloton Tread+ offers personalized guidance across various workouts, and its swiveling screen facilitates transitions between cardio and strength training. Peloton IQ tracks reps and corrects form, suggesting weights to help users level up their strength game. WhatsApp’s new events feature simplifies group planning by integrating detailed invites, RSVPs, and updates directly into the chat.
Gillette Sponsorship and Chiefs vs. Jaguars Recap
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  • Key Takeaway: The Chiefs lost to the Jaguars 28-31 on Monday Night Football due to 14 penalties and turnovers.
  • Summary: Gillette Labs official NFL licensed razors, featuring a precision trimmer, are available on Amazon for various teams. Travis acknowledged the Chiefs’ sloppy performance against the Jaguars, noting they blew a 14-point lead. He credited the Jaguars and Trevor Lawrence for fighting back, despite the Chiefs outgaining them significantly.
Travis Kelce Milestone and Lions Preview
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  • Key Takeaway: Travis Kelce became the Chiefs’ all-time leader in all-purpose yards during the game.
  • Summary: Travis surpassed Dante Hall for the franchise record, with Jamal Charles and Tony Gonzalez ranking third and fourth. Travis praised Skyy Moore’s performance and the improving run game featuring Kareem Hunt. The Chiefs face a tough matchup against the rolling Detroit Lions in the upcoming game.
Eagles Loss and Second Half Struggles
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  • Key Takeaway: The Philadelphia Eagles lost their first game to the Denver Broncos (17-21) after leading 17-3 entering the fourth quarter.
  • Summary: The Eagles struggled significantly in the second half for the second consecutive week, failing to maintain leads against both Tampa Bay and Denver. Travis noted that while the passing game showed growth in timing, the run game remains an issue that needs fixing. The Broncos are considered a very good team this year, featuring a strong defense coordinated by Vance Joseph.
NFL Week 5 Parity and Jets Situation
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  • Key Takeaway: Week 5 marked the first season since 2014 without a 5-0 team, highlighting increased NFL parity.
  • Summary: The Buffalo Bills lost to the New England Patriots on Sunday Night Football, eliminating the last undefeated team. The New York Jets remain the league’s only 0-5 team after the Saints and Titans secured their first wins. The production team humorously proposed a rule that a winless team losing overseas must remain there until they win.
Film Study on Bonehead Plays
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  • Key Takeaway: Coaches typically re-emphasize specific rules after egregious mistakes like fumbling before the goal line, rather than dwelling on crushing the player.
  • Summary: Travis recalled a personal anecdote where a wide receiver’s fumble into the end zone cost the team a statistical milestone. Such bonehead plays, like the Titans’ fumble, are often included in ’things not to do’ film sessions to reinforce situational rules. The consensus is that players who make such mistakes are already heavily criticized, so coaches focus on rule reinforcement.
Roka Eyewear and Out of the House Segment Setup
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  • Key Takeaway: Roka eyewear is designed for active individuals, offering performance features like non-slip grip across sunglasses, prescription, and readers.
  • Summary: Roka glasses are built to be lightweight and stay put during activity, eliminating the need to swap between sport and everyday eyewear. They offer a ‘wind down’ collection aimed at improving sleep and recovery. Jason mentioned he is a gearhead and appreciates the premium, practical quality of Roka products.
Roka Eyewear Sponsorship Read
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  • Key Takeaway: Roka eyewear is designed for active individuals, featuring lightweight, non-slip, and non-bouncing performance suitable for both sport and everyday wear.
  • Summary: Roka offers eyewear, including sunglasses, prescription glasses, and readers, built for performance and comfort during activity. The glasses are lightweight and designed not to slip or bounce, allowing users to wear one pair all day. Listeners can receive 20% off their order at ROKA.com using the code NewHeights.
SeatGeek Ticket Promo
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  • Key Takeaway: SeatGeek offers New Heights listeners 10% off ticket orders using the code NewHeights and utilizes a 1-10 rating system to indicate deal quality.
  • Summary: SeatGeek provides a 10% discount for 92%ers using the code NewHeights on any event, including NFL games, concerts, and comedy shows. The app features a simple rating system where green dots signify a great deal and red dots suggest a poor deal. This promotion is available to both new and existing SeatGeek users.
Allstate Insurance Reminder
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  • Key Takeaway: Smart financial behavior includes checking Allstate first for car insurance quotes to potentially save hundreds of dollars.
  • Summary: The segment emphasizes the intelligence of checking Allstate first when seeking car insurance quotes, as it may result in hundreds of dollars in savings. An example of not being smart is failing to check stadium bag policies before arriving, causing missed game time. Allstate assures customers they are in good hands.
WhatsApp Out of the House Segment
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  • Key Takeaway: Jason detailed joining a local beer league hockey team in Jacksonville after watching football, purchasing necessary gear on the spot.
  • Summary: Jason recounted watching beer league hockey games at a sports bar in Jacksonville that featured two ice rinks on either side of the restaurant. A player invited him to join a game, prompting Jason to buy gloves, pants, and rent skates, despite having a dull left skate blade. He enjoyed the experience, even though his poor skating contributed to his team losing.
Highlighting Local Establishments
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  • Key Takeaway: The hosts are filming content to highlight unique, one-of-a-kind, mom-and-pop establishments that serve as community landmarks.
  • Summary: Jason visited Peter May’s House of Kielbasa in Kansas City as part of an effort to feature unique spots that people love but might not be on a national stage. He values the spirit and soul of these establishments, focusing on the people keeping them afloat, similar to the concept popularized by Guy Fieri’s show. They are still determining the best platform for releasing this filmed content.
Jason’s Golf Game Update
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  • Key Takeaway: Jason birdied the iconic 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass but struggled with putting, resulting in an 8 on the par-five hole.
  • Summary: Jason achieved a birdie on the 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass and received an engraved bag tag commemorating his score. He admitted to a disastrous day putting, including a four-putt, leading to an 8 on the par-five hole. Despite the putting struggles, he remains highly positive about his golf game moving forward and plans to join a beer league in Philadelphia.
DraftKings Pick Six Picks
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  • Key Takeaway: The New Heights team constructed a DraftKings Pick Six set featuring Baker Mayfield over 1.5 TDs, Puka Nacua for receptions, and Stafford/Dak for passing yards.
  • Summary: The panel selected Baker Mayfield to throw more than 1.5 touchdown passes against the 49ers, supporting the Buccaneers quarterback. They also chose Puka Nacua to have more receptions against the banged-up Ravens defense. For the final two picks, they selected Matthew Stafford to exceed his yardage total against the Ravens and Dak Prescott to throw for more yards against the Panthers.
Stamp of the Week Awards
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  • Key Takeaway: Travis awarded Taylor Swift his Stamp of the Week for her album’s record-breaking sales, while Jason honored Minneapolis 92%ers for their New Heights Halloween decorations.
  • Summary: Travis recognized Taylor Swift for selling 1.2 million vinyl copies in one week and achieving 2.7 million streams in 24 hours for “The Fate of Ophelia.” Jason’s stamp went to Minneapolis fans who created a “New Frights” Halloween display featuring skeletons resembling the brothers. A special shout-out was also given to a football dad for displaying a screen showing Patrick Mahomes early on.
The Rock’s Insults and Jabroni Origin
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  • Key Takeaway: The term ‘Jabroni’ was popularized by The Iron Sheik in the wrestling locker room, though The Rock is often credited with making it famous in mainstream culture.
  • Summary: The Rock clarified that he does not own the word ‘Jabroni,’ crediting The Iron Sheik with making the term famous through locker room usage. The Rock used the insult against the Cincinnati Mayor after an AFC Championship win, which prompted many people to ask for its definition. The greatest Rock insult involves telling someone to roll up their opinion sideways and stick it up their ‘candy ass.’