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Travis Kelce And Jason Kelce Cash In On $100M 'New Heights' Deal

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By Kelly Coffey-Behrens on August 27, 2024 at 12:30 PM EDT

Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce are cashing in as they have inked a deal with Amazon’s Wondery for their hit podcast, "New Heights."

In a deal valued at over $100 million, this major partnership marks a milestone in the world of podcasting, bringing the Kelce brothers' unique sports commentary and personal insights to an even wider audience!

With their mix of humor and insights, Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce are ready to take their podcast to "new heights."

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Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce Sign New Deal With Wondery

Travis and Jason Kelce surprised with graduation ceremony after New Heights Live show at University of Cincinnati
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Jason and Travis Kelce are scoring big with a new deal that’s putting their popular "New Heights" podcast on a whole new level. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end and the recently retired Philadelphia Eagles center have teamed up with Amazon’s Wondery in a massive three-year agreement worth over $100 million, according to sources close to the deal.

“We couldn’t be more excited to team up with Wondery for the next phase of ‘New Heights,’” the Kelce brothers said in a statement, per Variety. “We love this show, and the fanbase that has grown with us over the last two seasons."

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"Wondery understands the shared vision and will offer a wealth of experience and resources to take us to ‘New Heights’!" Jason and Travis added. "We are going to create some groundbreaking moments together through this partnership. We are thrilled to start Season 3 — see you soon, 92%ers!”

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Wondery To Take Over 'New Heights' Distribution

Starting Wednesday, August 28, just in time for the NFL season kickoff, Wondery will handle the global distribution of "New Heights With Jason and Travis Kelce."

This includes all current and past episodes, plus the rights to develop international audio adaptations, per Variety. With exclusive rights to create and distribute both audio and video content, Wondery is set to launch the podcast’s reach and impact even further.

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Where Can 'New Heights' Be Streamed?

For those avid listeners, don't worry because "New Heights" will remain accessible across all podcast platforms, including Wondery’s distribution channels and YouTube.

The deal also brings perks for Wondery+ subscribers, including ad-free listening, exclusive livestreams, and the rights to create and sell all merchandise related to the podcast, from new consumer products to branded gear.

Wave Sports + Entertainment will continue to produce the show, ensuring that the Kelce brothers’ podcast stays on top of its game.

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'New Heights' Remains Among Top Podcasts

The Super Bowl champions, with a combined 24 years in the NFL, are known for diving into life both on and off the field as they share personal memories and opinions from their everyday lives. They cover everything from their favorite foods to Taylor Swift, and sometimes even bring on a celebrity guest or two.

"New Heights" consistently ranks among the top podcasts on both Apple Podcasts and Spotify and was named Podcast of the Year at the 2024 iHeartPodcast Awards.

Wondery CEO Jen Sargent shared that the company has been keeping a close eye on the Kelce brothers' podcast since it debuted at the start of the NFL’s 2022-23 season.

“’New Heights’ on the surface is a sports podcast, and sports is such a well-listened-to category,” Sargent said, per Variety. “But it’s become a cultural phenomenon — they’re in that cultural zeitgeist.”

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'New Heights' Has Seen 'Tremendous Growth' Over The Years

As Travis and Jason Kelce gain even more popularity, particularly with Travis’ high-profile relationship with pop star Taylor Swift, their podcast has also expanded its reach to a broader audience.

Aaron Eanes, co-founder of A&A Management, which manages NFL star Travis Kelce, said in a statement, “The tremendous growth of ‘New Heights’ over the past few years is a testament to the talent and dedication that Travis and Jason — as well as the fantastic team behind the scenes — continue to pour into every episode."

"We are excited to partner with Wondery for this new chapter of the podcast and look forward to reaching new heights," Eanes added.

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