Wondery acquires New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce
Wondery has entered an ad-sales representation and distribution deal for the sports podcast series, New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce.
Starting this month, the deal includes global distribution rights to all audio and video episodes of the podcast’s back catalogue of all content, as well as rights to create international audio for global audiences.
Timed to the upcoming NFL season, Wondery has exclusive rights to monetise and distribute audio and video podcast episodes.
New Heights will continue to be available on all podcast services, including Wondery’s various distribution channels and on YouTube.
The deal also includes ad-free listening on Wondery+, livestreams, and rights to develop, manufacture, license and distribute all merchandise based on New Heights, including new consumer products.
Co-hosts Travis & Jason Kelce say: “We couldn’t be more excited to team up with Wondery for the next phase of New Heights. We love this show, and the fanbase that has grown with us over the last two seasons.
“Wondery understands the shared vision and will offer a wealth of experience and resources to take us to New Heights! We are going to create some groundbreaking moments together through this partnership. We are thrilled to start Season 3 – see you soon, 92%ers!”
Jen Sargent, CEO of Wondery adds: “Since its first play, New Heights has brought hilarious, relevant commentary and interviews, even unprecedented insider access to the NFL season and professional sports.
“Now a cultural phenomenon, we’re excited to grow the New Heights brand together with Jason, Travis and Amazon through Wondery’s 360-approach that will engage and excite their audiences across audio, video, live experiences, merch and more.”
Aaron Eanes, co-founder of A&A Management comments: “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.”
Launched in 2022, New Heights has been a revelation for NFL fans and pop-culture fiends worldwide, consistently ranking as the #1 sports podcast on both Apple and Spotify during American football season, reigning in the top 3 spots for podcasts overall, and recently winning Ambies, Webbys, and Shorty awards.
Wave Sports + Entertainment will continue to provide production services for the podcast.