Kylie Kelce, a 32-year-old high school field hockey coach, has taken the top spot on Apple Podcasts with her podcast “Not Gonna Lie With Kylie Kelce”. The show surpassed “The Joe Rogan Experience”, which was held at number one for several weeks.
Kelce attributes her success to honesty, as seen in her headline-grabbing statements and relatable content. She emphasizes the importance of putting out content that people like to consume, rather than fueling conflict.
Despite having fewer followers compared to Joe Rogan (16.3 million vs 172,000), “Not Gonna Lie” accumulated a combined 25 million audio downloads and social media views in its first week, making it Wave Sports + Entertainment’s most successful launch.
Kelce has been open about her family life, including attending high-profile events like Milan Fashion Week and WrestleMania. She also expressed interest in interviewing politicians, including Michelle Obama and Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, whom she admires for his advocacy on free period products in schools.
The new podcast star seems unfazed by online controversy, saying “I don’t care what other people have to say” about her Democratic politics. With a focus on relatability and authenticity, Kylie Kelce is poised to continue her rise as a popular podcaster.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/19/business/media/kylie-kelce-podcast.html