See Taylor Swift’s First Appearance on Travis Kelce’s New Heights Podcast

Published: Aug 12 2025

The wildest dreams of Tayvis enthusiasts are finally coming to fruition. When Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce's 'New Heights' podcast tantalized fans with a teaser hinting at "a one-of-a-kind episode featuring an incredibly exceptional guest," curiosity reached fever pitch. This curiosity intensified when a promotional image showcasing a silhouette eerily reminiscent of Taylor Swift, the soulful crooner behind "Cruel Summer," sparked widespread speculation. On August 11, the podcast officially announced that the Grammy-winning artist would indeed adorn the August 13 episode as its esteemed guest.

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On Instagram, 'New Heights' exclaimed, "Taylor’s diving into the podcast realm, folks!" alongside a glimpse of Taylor admiring Travis' blue hoodie during the recording session. The Kansas City Chiefs athlete responded charmingly, "It mirrors your eyes, sweetheart—that's why we look so perfect together." Earlier that day, a teaser hinted at her participation, with Taylor's wavy tresses seemingly giving away her identity to the most attentive fans. One eager fan commented, "I RECOGNIZE THOSE BANGS ANYWHERE." Excited viewers wouldn't have to endure a fortnight-long wait; before the episode premiered on August 13 at 7 p.m. EST, fans were already buzzing with anticipation that Taylor might unveil her 12th album during the show. Her official Taylor Nation social media account fueled this excitement by posting 12 images of her in orange outfits on August 11, captioned, "Thinking about when she said 'See you next era…’"

Another classic Taylor Swift Easter egg that fans swiftly identified? The episode's premiere date, August 13, subtly yet unmistakably referencing the "Karma" singer's iconic lucky number—a detail no Taylor fan could overlook. One enthusiastic fan exclaimed, "AND ON THE 13TH??? OH, THIS IS HAPPENING!"

However, this wasn't the only clue that captured fans' attention. While Jason's donning of Taylor merch in the initial teaser garnered notice, the more subtle hints—such as the use of an orange background in the graphic—further ignited theories about an impending orange era. As we eagerly countdown the minutes to the highly anticipated special episode, the anticipation is thick in the air, with every clue meticulously examined by devoted fans.

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