In a stunning revelation that has taken the sports and entertainment worlds by storm, Pat McAfee announced on his ESPN show that the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, featuring NFL star Travis Kelce and pop icon Taylor Swift, shattered all records, amassing an astonishing 1.3 million live concurrent viewers at its peak. This unprecedented figure eclipses even the likes of Joe Rogan and Donald Trump, who previously held the record with 800,000 viewers.
McAfee, visibly electrified, proclaimed, “I’ve seen everything in this business, but this is crazy!” The episode, which aired last week, garnered over 15 million listens and views within just 13 hours, a number that McAfee admitted surpassed his wildest imagination. The explosive combination of Kelce and Swift has not only captivated sports fans but has also drawn music enthusiasts into the realm of sports podcasts, creating a cultural phenomenon that transcends traditional audience boundaries.
As clips from the podcast go viral on social media, trending hashtags are lighting up Twitter, and ESPN has reported a significant surge in viewership following the episode’s release. McAfee emphasized the monumental impact of this collaboration, stating, “This is no longer a regular sports podcast; it’s a media bomb!”
In a segment that showcased Swift’s genuine curiosity about football, she expressed her intent to become an analyst in just 16 months, further endearing her to fans. McAfee concluded with a light-hearted challenge, saying, “If I can’t get Taylor Swift or Travis Kelce on next week, I’ll have to get both of them.”
This groundbreaking episode is not just a podcast; it’s a game-changer, redefining the intersections of sports and music. As the world buzzes with excitement, one thing is clear: the Kelce-Swift phenomenon is just getting started.