In a significant shift for her promotional strategy, Taylor Swift recently made her podcast debut on "New Heights," hosted by her boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother Jason. The hour-long program did not just serve as a platform for her to discuss her upcoming album "The Life of a Showgirl," but also revealed some intimate insights about her life post-Eras Tour, making it a must-listen for fans.
The episode garnered an incredible viewership, with over 1.3 million tuning in live. Swift received a warm welcome, or as the brothers put it, she was affectionately referred to as "Tay Tay." In a lighthearted moment, Swift jokingly addressed the podcast's typical audience, poking fun at the notion that male sports fans might be interested in hearing more about her music.
Swift’s relationship with Kelce has become a topic of public interest, especially after her attendance at Kansas City Chiefs games created quite a buzz. The NFL even promoted her appearances on their platforms. However, she noted there was mixed feedback from football fans, which didn't faze her as Jason assured her that she is the "most requested guest" on the show.
As the podcast aired, Swift unveiled the cover of her new album, which is set to be released on October 3. The artwork features her elegant submerged in turquoise water, wearing a diamond-adorned bralette. However, the excitement on her website was palpable, as the pre-order site crashed shortly after the podcast began due to overwhelming traffic.
Swift also shared a humorous anecdote regarding how the podcast became a "dating app" for her and Travis, recounting how she first heard him express his admiration for her during a previous episode. This led to their eventual relationship, which Swift described as something out of a teenage dream.
Interestingly, Swift confessed that before dating Travis, she was unfamiliar with football terms like "tight end" or "first down." However, she has now embraced the sport and takes an interest in player trades—a surprise revelation from the pop star. Travis expressed gratitude that she has fully engaged in his world.
The emotional highlight of the episode came when Swift spoke about purchasing the rights to her first six albums after years of battling for ownership. She detailed the profound joy she felt when the news broke, calling it life-changing. She reinforced her gratitude towards her loyal fans, noting their support during her tours contributed significantly to her being able to buy back her music.
In comparing her "Eras Tour" to football, Swift mentioned the physical toll of performing, joking about how her high heels might be just as exhausting as playing a game. The podcast not only showcased her professional journey, but it also provided glimpses of her personal life, with both she and Travis sharing moments of domesticity, like baking sourdough bread together.
As the episode ended, Jason humorously suggested exiting to give the couple privacy, to which Swift playfully agreed. For her fans, this debut was an unprecedented reveal into Taylor Swift's both artistic and personal life, making it a landmark moment in her unparalleled career.
