Former Philadelphia Eagles Player Reflects on Interviewing Taylor Swift on 'New Heights' Podcast
A former Philadelphia Eagles player, now retired at 38, shared his experience of interviewing Taylor Swift on the podcast "New Heights" with his brother and co-host, Travis Kelce. The episode, released on November 24, featured guests Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson, who praised the retired player for his interviewing skills. Andrews commended him for nailing the interview and transitioning smoothly into journalist mode to ask questions.
During the podcast, the retired player revealed some behind-the-scenes details of their episode with Taylor Swift, crediting their editing team for their work. Despite receiving praise from Andrews and Thompson, he humbly admitted that he doesn't consider himself a good interviewer and often stumbles over his words. However, he acknowledged that the interview with Swift was a fun experience.
Thompson highlighted Swift's impact on the NFL and her influence on the growing female fanbase in the sport. Andrews and Thompson, both seasoned sports journalists and friends of the retired player and his brother, have interviewed them multiple times. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end, Travis Kelce, has even vacationed with the couple during the NFL offseason.
In conclusion, the retired player's interview with Taylor Swift on the "New Heights" podcast was a memorable experience, showcasing his interviewing skills and the behind-the-scenes efforts of the podcast team. Despite his self-proclaimed shortcomings as an interviewer, the episode with Swift was a fun and successful endeavor.