
New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce
Brandon Graham on Retirement, Rookie Jason Stories, Art of Trash Talking & The Brady Sack | EP 133
Apr 9, 2025
Brandon Graham, former defensive end for the Philadelphia Eagles and hero of Super Bowl LII, shares his emotional retirement journey and the inspiration behind his children's book, BG's ABCs. He reminisces about his connection with Philadelphia fans and hilarious rookie stories about Jason Kelce. The conversation flows into the art and strategy of trash-talking on the field and the iconic sack of Tom Brady. Graham also reflects on his time with Coach Andy Reid and light-heartedly discusses the quirks of NFL life and camaraderie.
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Quick takeaways
- Brandon Graham reflects on his emotional retirement announcement and the significance of family support throughout his NFL career.
- He introduces his children's book, 'BG's ABCs,' aimed at fostering literacy and values in young readers for future generations.
Deep dives
Introduction of Wondery Plus and Sponsorships
The podcast begins by promoting Wondery Plus subscriptions, which allow listeners to access episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive content. The episode's sponsorship includes HBO's 'The Last of Us,' highlighting its return for a new season, built on the success of the Emmy Award-winning series. It also mentions Audible, emphasizing the breadth of audiobook options available for personal growth and motivation. The hosts engage in light conversation about their favorite shows, pinning down their enjoyment of current series like 'White Lotus.'