Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce podcast breaks streaming record

Published: Aug 14 2025

On Wednesday's highly anticipated episode of the "New Heights" podcast, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce created an internet frenzy that left fans breathless. Precisely at the 1-hour-44-minute mark, the live YouTube premiere abruptly plunged into darkness, leaving viewers in a state of disbelief.

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Moments later, the official "New Heights" X account rushed to inform fans that the stream had encountered technical difficulties but promised that the episode "would return shortly." The cause of this technical hiccup? The stream had soared to an astonishing 1.3 million views, while the YouTube Channel for "New Heights" witnessed a remarkable surge in subscribers, jumping from 2.85 million to 2.91 million during the broadcast.

Taking advantage of her moment in the spotlight, Swift, the beloved crooner of "Lover," announced the release of her 12th album in her signature, whimsical style. She arrived with a mint green briefcase adorned with her initials, adding a touch of elegance to the already electric atmosphere. Travis's brother, Jason, donned in Swiftie merchandise, eagerly anticipated the Grammy-winner's revelation.

As Swift unveiled the case, the hitmaker behind "So High School" dramatically declared, "This is my new album, 'The Life of a Show Girl.'" She delved into the album's theme, explaining, "This album peels back the curtain on the vibrant, electric, and exuberant behind-the-scenes of my inner life during this tour." She further confirmed that "The Life of a Show Girl" would not feature any bonus tracks, ensuring that every song on the album would be a gem.

Mark your calendars, folks! "The Life of a Show Girl" is set to captivate audiences worldwide on October 3.

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