Taylor Swift made her podcast debut on August 13, 2025, appearing on "New Heights," the podcast co-hosted by her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, and his brother, former Eagles center Jason Kelce. The episode marked Swift's first in-studio podcast appearance, where she discussed her upcoming 12th studio album and shared insights into her evolving relationship with Kelce. Travis Kelce praised Swift's dedication and athleticism, comparing her stamina during three-hour performances on tour to the physical demands of football. He also credited himself for turning Swift into a passionate football fan, noting her understanding of injury reports and game situations. The podcast episode attracted over 1.3 million concurrent viewers on YouTube, setting a record for the most-watched live podcast stream in the platform's history and surpassing previous records held by figures such as Donald Trump. Within 17 hours, the episode amassed over 10.4 million views and contributed to a surge of more than 500,000 new subscribers for the "New Heights" podcast. The relationship between Swift and Kelce has had a notable impact on the Kansas City Chiefs organization, drawing attention from team owner Clark Hunt. The episode also featured intimate moments between Swift and Kelce, reflecting their close bond, and was widely covered by media outlets. Fans and commentators have speculated about Swift potentially performing at the NFL halftime show, fueled by the heightened visibility from the podcast appearance.