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Erin & Charissa on Sideline Mishaps, Best Kelce Convo, Girl Dad Advice & Being a Plus One | EP 166

2025-11-24 Sports
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Sports Media Legends Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson on Broadcasting, Fatherhood, and Fan Culture

Gain insider perspectives from two top sports journalists on handling pressure, navigating industry changes, and sharing career highs with their families.

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  • Establish career lessons: Learn key advice on breaking into sports media, handling tough interviews (like Coach Sabin), and the transition of athletes into broadcasting.
  • Honor family influence: Discover how fathers inspired both Erin and Charissa to pursue sports careers and the profound value they place on sharing success with them.
  • Analyze stadium environments: Compare and contrast top NFL venues, revealing why Jerry World surprises some while others prioritize Lambeau Field's tradition. This episode features an in-depth conversation with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson, covering their paths from early career struggles to respected industry leaders. We break down specific broadcasting challenges, discuss the unique camaraderie among NHL players, and explore practical advice for parenting teenage daughters.

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92%ers, welcome to another guest episode of New Heights brought to you by KFC! On today’s episode, we’re joined by sports media legends and two of the most requested guests of all time, Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson! We talk about everything from their favorite Kelce to interview, why Jerry World might be the best stadium, the struggles of Holiday games, their path to on air, hysterical first broadcast stories, how Dads can get daughters into sports, why hockey players might be the best interviews, advice for raising teenage girls, their thoughts on the “boyfriend whistle,” travelling as a plus one, and so much more! Watch and listen to new episodes of New Heights every Wednesday during the NFL season and follow us on Social Media for all the best moments from the show: https://lnk.to/newheightshow You can also listen to new episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. . . . Download the full podcast here: Wondery: https://wondery.app.link/s9hHTgtXpMb Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-heights/id1643745036 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1y3SUbFMUSESC1N43tBleK?si=LsuQ4a5MRN6wGMcfVcuynw Check out New Heights on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FR2MJWYS?ref=blog You Can still hit the Heights Hotline with your No Dumb Questions - 929-399-7260 Send something to the New Heights Mailbox. Don’t be weird though. C/O New Heights Productions 135 E OLIVE AVE, BURBANK, CA 91502 Shop all the New Heights merch at https://homage.com/newheights Support the show: KFC: This Thanksgiving, cluck turkey. Go for the better bird. ALLSTATE: Checking first is smart. So, check https://Allstate.com first for a quote that could save you hundreds. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 04:15 - Better Kelce Interview? 09:00 - Best Stadiums to Visit 14:00 - Working on Holidays 18:15 - Getting into Broadcasting 24:15 - Inspiring Women in Sports 30:20 - First Broadcast Stories 38:30 - Favorite Sport to Cover 41:30 - All Time College Environments 49:30 - Best Broadcasting Former Athletes 55:00 - Best/Worst Sideline Interviews 58:00 - “Boyfriend Whistle” 59:45 - How to Be a Travel Plus One 01:02:05 - Teenage Girl Advice 01:10:20 - Questions You Wish You Got Asked More #nfl #newheights #traviskelce #jasonkelce #chiefs #eagles

Top Comments (10)

@aximesz 2025-11-24

No, Jason, there’s proof that not everyone could have interviewed Taylor. YOU are wonderful Sir!

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@JoshuaMulsow 2025-11-24

Charissa, Erin, Taylor and Kylie podcast for the holidays will Unite America

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@pandabeear 2025-11-24

This was so much fun and the chemistry was off the charts!! Btw Trav, you got ripped off on that completely legit TD last night! Still brought home the W tho KC☝️!!!

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@natalija5612 2025-11-25

This episode is one of my favorite episodes of all time. I admire Erin& Charissa so much, they’ve inspired me to become a sports broadcaster myself and I really respect everything they already did to give women a voice in sports 💛

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@Megera711 2025-11-24

What a great episode! Loved it! Please Have Erin & Carissa on again in the future! Loved the conversation about dads and their girls!

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@carolgirling 2025-11-24

This is the BEST interview, ever!! These women are so terrific! The four of you are a great blend! Thank you! Please have them on again!

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@loftymcdowell5789 2025-11-24

Can we give a shout out to all the women on the NFL network. They all look great and do a great job

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@megankendall5539 2025-11-24

Hearing Carissa and Erin talk about pursuing sports journalism stemming from their father’s love of sports was really touching. Having a daughter who has been a student athlete and wants to build a career in sports media, this is really inspiring. Dream big girls!

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@Liv0922 2025-11-24

Erin Andrews is the GOAT. I wanted to be a sports reporter because of her 😂

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@dukeblue42 2025-11-24

I love when Travis laughs hysterically 😂

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