September 12, 2024 • 9 mins
This episode explores Taylor Swift's record-breaking night at the 2024 MTV VMAs, her public acknowledgment of Travis Kelce as her boyfriend, and her endorsement of Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election. It also covers the Kelce brothers' ventures beyond football, including Travis's budding Hollywood career and Jason's humorous ESPN debut. The episode touches on the intersection of celebrity, politics, and sports, highlighting how these public figures are influencing popular culture and civic engagement.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Taylor Swift's presence at the twenty twenty four MTV Video
Music Awards VMA's was nothing short of spectacular, marking a
night of historic achievements and personal revelations. The pop icon's
domination of the event was evident, as she clinched seven awards,
(00:20):
including the coveted Video of the Year for her collaboration
with Post Malone on Fortnite. This impressive hall brought Swift's
career vm A total to an astounding thirty, solidifying her
status as the artist with the most VMA wins in
the award show's history. The evening took an intimate turn
(00:44):
during Swift's acceptance speech for Video of the Year. In
a moment that sent waves through her fan base and
media alike, Swift publicly referred to NFL star Travis Kelsey
as her boyfriend for the first time. She shared a
touching anecdote about Kelsey's support during the Fortnight video shoot,
(01:07):
revealing there would be someone cheering from across the studio
where we were shooting it, and that one person was
my boyfriend, Travis. Swift's praise for Kelsey was effusive, stating
everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic.
(01:27):
This public acknowledgment not only confirmed their relationship status, but
also gave fans a glimpse into their dynamic. Despite his
absence from the VMAs due to Kansas City Chief's practice commitments,
Kelsey showed his support for Swift in his own way.
Earlier that day on his New Heights podcast, co hosted
(01:50):
with his brother Jason Kelsey. Travis had expressed hope that
Swift would walk away with some Moonmen following the awards.
He saw utterly acknowledged Swift's speech by liking an Instagram
video of the moment posted by MTV, a gesture that
didn't go unnoticed by fans and media outlets. Swift's appearance
(02:13):
at the VMA's was a fashion spectacle in itself. She
graced the red carpet in a stunning Dior ensemble featuring
a black and yellow plaid boustier and statement skirt, complimented
by black velvet shorts, strappy black leather gloves, a choker,
and over the knee black boots. Later in the evening,
(02:35):
she changed into a short, silver sequin in green dress
adorned with a UFO graphic showcasing her versatile style. Beyond
her musical accolades and fashion statements, Swift used her platform
at the VMA's to make a significant political statement. The
singer encouraged her massive fan base to register to vote,
directing her followers to vote dot gov. This called action
(02:58):
resulted in a remarkable surge of traffic to the website,
with at least three hundred and thirty seven thirty hundred
twenty six visitors accessing vote dot gov following Swift's post.
This wasn't the first time Swift's influence on voter registration
was noted. In twenty twenty three, a similar post by
Swift led to a one thousand June twenty six percent
(03:20):
traffic boost to vote dot gov within an hour. The
day after the VMA's, Swift made headlines again by formally
endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the twenty twenty four
presidential election. In a detailed Instagram post, she wrote, I
will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim
Walls in the twenty twenty four presidential election. Swift's political
(03:45):
statement went beyond a simple endorsement. She addressed the circulation
of AI generated images falsely depicting her support for Donald Trump.
The singer emphasized the importance of transparency in the face
of misinformme, stating that she needed to be clear about
her actual plans for the election. Swift's endorsement quickly became
(04:07):
a topic of political discourse. Former President Donald Trump responded
to Swift's endorsement during an appearance on Fox and Friends,
where he expressed his preference for Brittany Mahomes, wife of
Kansas City Chief's quarterback Patrick Mahomes, over Swift. Trump claimed
Brittany was a big Maga fan, an assertion that sparked
(04:32):
further discussion and speculation. The political conversation extended to Patrick
Mahomes himself, who was asked about Trump's comments regarding his wife.
Mahomes chose a diplomatic approach, stating, I think my place
is to inform people to get registered to vote, to
(04:53):
inform people to do their own research and then make
their best decision for them and their family. He emphasized
his commitment to using his platform to encourage civic engagement
rather than endorsing specific candidates. While Swift and the Mahomes
family navigated the political spotlight, Travis Kelsey's career continued to
(05:14):
evolve beyond the football field. His manager, Aaron Eanes, recently
provided insights into Kelsey's Hollywood aspirations and the strategic approach
they've taken to build his entertainment career. Kelsey's journey in
the entertainment industry began somewhat reluctantly with the twenty sixteen
(05:34):
reality show Catching Kelsey, but has since blossomed into a
diverse portfolio of projects. Eanes revealed that Kelsey's primary interests
lie in comedy and scripted roles. His recent hosting gig
on Saturday Night Live in twenty twenty three was a
dream come true for Kelsey, who grew up watching the
(05:55):
show with his mother. The emotional significance of this achievement
was evident during Kelsey's monologue, where he became visibly moved
by the experience. Kelsey's upcoming projects showcase his versatility as
an entertainer. He's set to appear in Ryan Murphy's thriller Grotesquerie,
a departure from his usual comedic roles that EANs describes
(06:18):
as an exciting challenge for Kelsey. Additionally, Kelsey will host
the game show Are You Smarter than a Celebrity? On
Prime Video, tapping into his childhood love for game shows.
Perhaps most exciting for Kelsey is his cameo in Adam
Sandler's Happy Gilmore Io, a role that fulfills a long
(06:39):
held dream of working with the comedy icon. In a
lighter moment that captured public attention, Jason Kelsey, Travis's brother
and former Philadelphia Eagles center, made his debut on ESPN's
Monday Night Countdown with an unexpected wardrobe mishap. Jason had
to make make a last minute purchase of a shirt
(07:01):
at Amall after forgetting his travel bag, leading to a
humorous on air comment about his physique. It fits my
belly now I've lost a little bit of weight, Jason quipped, adding,
but my tea are still struggling. This candid moment not
only entertained viewers, but also showcased the Kelsey brothers down
(07:26):
to earth personalities. Travis Kelsey later revealed on their New
Heights podcast that he and Taylor Swift were dying laughing
while watching Jason's broadcast debut. This anecdote provided a glimpse
into Swift and Travis's relationship, showing their shared sense of
humor and support for Jason's new venture into broadcasting. As
(07:51):
the Kelsey Brothers continued to make waves both on and
off the field, and Swift uses her enormous platform for
political engagement in artistics expression, their intersecting storylines have captured
public attention in unprecedented ways. The blend of sports, entertainment,
and politics embodied by these figures reflects the increasingly interconnected
(08:16):
nature of celebrity, culture and public discourse in contemporary society.
Their collective influence spans multiple domains, from Swift's impact on
voter registration and political discourse to the Kelsey brothers expansion
into entertainment and broadcasting. As these narratives continue to unfold,
(08:39):
they offer a unique lens through which to view the
evolving relationship between celebrity, sports, politics, and popular culture in America.
Thanks for listening to this comprehensive update on Taylor Swift,
the Kelsey Brothers, and their intersecting worlds of music, sports,
(08:59):
and US entertainment. We hope you enjoyed this deep dive
into their recent activities and impacts. This episode was brought
to you by Quiet Please Podcast Networks. If you enjoyed
the content. Please don't forget to subscribe for more in
depth stories and analysis. Until next time, take care,
Taylor Swift's presence at the twenty twenty four MTV Video
Music Awards VMA's was nothing short of spectacular, marking a
night of historic achievements and personal revelations. The pop icon's
domination of the event was evident, as she clinched seven awards,
(00:20):
including the coveted Video of the Year for her collaboration
with Post Malone on Fortnite. This impressive hall brought Swift's
career vm A total to an astounding thirty, solidifying her
status as the artist with the most VMA wins in
the award show's history. The evening took an intimate turn
(00:44):
during Swift's acceptance speech for Video of the Year. In
a moment that sent waves through her fan base and
media alike, Swift publicly referred to NFL star Travis Kelsey
as her boyfriend for the first time. She shared a
touching anecdote about Kelsey's support during the Fortnight video shoot,
(01:07):
revealing there would be someone cheering from across the studio
where we were shooting it, and that one person was
my boyfriend, Travis. Swift's praise for Kelsey was effusive, stating
everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic.
(01:27):
This public acknowledgment not only confirmed their relationship status, but
also gave fans a glimpse into their dynamic. Despite his
absence from the VMAs due to Kansas City Chief's practice commitments,
Kelsey showed his support for Swift in his own way.
Earlier that day on his New Heights podcast, co hosted
(01:50):
with his brother Jason Kelsey. Travis had expressed hope that
Swift would walk away with some Moonmen following the awards.
He saw utterly acknowledged Swift's speech by liking an Instagram
video of the moment posted by MTV, a gesture that
didn't go unnoticed by fans and media outlets. Swift's appearance
(02:13):
at the VMA's was a fashion spectacle in itself. She
graced the red carpet in a stunning Dior ensemble featuring
a black and yellow plaid boustier and statement skirt, complimented
by black velvet shorts, strappy black leather gloves, a choker,
and over the knee black boots. Later in the evening,
(02:35):
she changed into a short, silver sequin in green dress
adorned with a UFO graphic showcasing her versatile style. Beyond
her musical accolades and fashion statements, Swift used her platform
at the VMA's to make a significant political statement. The
singer encouraged her massive fan base to register to vote,
directing her followers to vote dot gov. This called action
(02:58):
resulted in a remarkable surge of traffic to the website,
with at least three hundred and thirty seven thirty hundred
twenty six visitors accessing vote dot gov following Swift's post.
This wasn't the first time Swift's influence on voter registration
was noted. In twenty twenty three, a similar post by
Swift led to a one thousand June twenty six percent
(03:20):
traffic boost to vote dot gov within an hour. The
day after the VMA's, Swift made headlines again by formally
endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the twenty twenty four
presidential election. In a detailed Instagram post, she wrote, I
will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim
Walls in the twenty twenty four presidential election. Swift's political
(03:45):
statement went beyond a simple endorsement. She addressed the circulation
of AI generated images falsely depicting her support for Donald Trump.
The singer emphasized the importance of transparency in the face
of misinformme, stating that she needed to be clear about
her actual plans for the election. Swift's endorsement quickly became
(04:07):
a topic of political discourse. Former President Donald Trump responded
to Swift's endorsement during an appearance on Fox and Friends,
where he expressed his preference for Brittany Mahomes, wife of
Kansas City Chief's quarterback Patrick Mahomes, over Swift. Trump claimed
Brittany was a big Maga fan, an assertion that sparked
(04:32):
further discussion and speculation. The political conversation extended to Patrick
Mahomes himself, who was asked about Trump's comments regarding his wife.
Mahomes chose a diplomatic approach, stating, I think my place
is to inform people to get registered to vote, to
(04:53):
inform people to do their own research and then make
their best decision for them and their family. He emphasized
his commitment to using his platform to encourage civic engagement
rather than endorsing specific candidates. While Swift and the Mahomes
family navigated the political spotlight, Travis Kelsey's career continued to
(05:14):
evolve beyond the football field. His manager, Aaron Eanes, recently
provided insights into Kelsey's Hollywood aspirations and the strategic approach
they've taken to build his entertainment career. Kelsey's journey in
the entertainment industry began somewhat reluctantly with the twenty sixteen
(05:34):
reality show Catching Kelsey, but has since blossomed into a
diverse portfolio of projects. Eanes revealed that Kelsey's primary interests
lie in comedy and scripted roles. His recent hosting gig
on Saturday Night Live in twenty twenty three was a
dream come true for Kelsey, who grew up watching the
(05:55):
show with his mother. The emotional significance of this achievement
was evident during Kelsey's monologue, where he became visibly moved
by the experience. Kelsey's upcoming projects showcase his versatility as
an entertainer. He's set to appear in Ryan Murphy's thriller Grotesquerie,
a departure from his usual comedic roles that EANs describes
(06:18):
as an exciting challenge for Kelsey. Additionally, Kelsey will host
the game show Are You Smarter than a Celebrity? On
Prime Video, tapping into his childhood love for game shows.
Perhaps most exciting for Kelsey is his cameo in Adam
Sandler's Happy Gilmore Io, a role that fulfills a long
(06:39):
held dream of working with the comedy icon. In a
lighter moment that captured public attention, Jason Kelsey, Travis's brother
and former Philadelphia Eagles center, made his debut on ESPN's
Monday Night Countdown with an unexpected wardrobe mishap. Jason had
to make make a last minute purchase of a shirt
(07:01):
at Amall after forgetting his travel bag, leading to a
humorous on air comment about his physique. It fits my
belly now I've lost a little bit of weight, Jason quipped, adding,
but my tea are still struggling. This candid moment not
only entertained viewers, but also showcased the Kelsey brothers down
(07:26):
to earth personalities. Travis Kelsey later revealed on their New
Heights podcast that he and Taylor Swift were dying laughing
while watching Jason's broadcast debut. This anecdote provided a glimpse
into Swift and Travis's relationship, showing their shared sense of
humor and support for Jason's new venture into broadcasting. As
(07:51):
the Kelsey Brothers continued to make waves both on and
off the field, and Swift uses her enormous platform for
political engagement in artistics expression, their intersecting storylines have captured
public attention in unprecedented ways. The blend of sports, entertainment,
and politics embodied by these figures reflects the increasingly interconnected
(08:16):
nature of celebrity, culture and public discourse in contemporary society.
Their collective influence spans multiple domains, from Swift's impact on
voter registration and political discourse to the Kelsey brothers expansion
into entertainment and broadcasting. As these narratives continue to unfold,
(08:39):
they offer a unique lens through which to view the
evolving relationship between celebrity, sports, politics, and popular culture in America.
Thanks for listening to this comprehensive update on Taylor Swift,
the Kelsey Brothers, and their intersecting worlds of music, sports,
(08:59):
and US entertainment. We hope you enjoyed this deep dive
into their recent activities and impacts. This episode was brought
to you by Quiet Please Podcast Networks. If you enjoyed
the content. Please don't forget to subscribe for more in
depth stories and analysis. Until next time, take care,
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