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Zach Lowe Leaves ESPN and the Kelce Backlash With Jason Gay. Plus, Kate Conger and Ryan Mac on Elon Musk and Twitter.

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Kelsey, Media, and the Modern Athlete

This chapter examines the scrutiny faced by Travis Kelsey amid the Kansas City Chiefs' success, focusing on the intersection of personal distractions and performance. It also explores the evolving role of athletes in media, particularly through Kelsey’s popular podcast, New Heights, and discusses cultural tensions surrounding athletes as pop culture icons. Additionally, the chapter reflects on recent media engagements by political figures and the dynamics of sports journalism in today's landscape.

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