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Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Erin Andrews praises Taylor Swift on spiking women NFL viewers
The post Erin Andrews praises Taylor Swift on spiking women NFL viewers appeared first on ClutchPoints. Erin Andrews is not only a friend of Taylor Swift but is also inspired by her impact in the sports world. Advertisement Andrews, who hosts America's Game of the Week and has the Calm Down podcast with fellow sports broadcaster Charissa Thompson, says that there has been a rise in women interested in her show since the singer's romance with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. 'Our ratings are up for women, which is huge for us. What's really cool is women aren't as afraid. Listen, 'America's Game of the Week,' which is the game I do on Sundays, the demographic is split down the middle. It's like the highest-rated show for women out there, which is amazing for us,' Andrews said at The Cannes Lions 2025 Festival of Creativity, per Awful Announcing. She added that women aren't 'afraid' anymore to watch sports thanks to the 'Taylor Swift effect.' 'But I think the casual fan doesn't feel as afraid to watch professional sports right now, watch the NFL because, well, our girl Taylor helped out with that. It's cool. Which, we're excited. We want casual fans, we want fans that know a lot. Listen to the podcast, watch our broadcasts, we'll help teach you the game.' Back in February, Marissa Solis, the NFL's senior vice president of global brand and consumer marketing at the NFL shared that women and young girls are among a high percentage of men's and women's professional sports. Advertisement 'Football is the No. 1 sport among women in the U.S., and we keep growing,' says Solis. 'I mean 68% of all women and girls in the U.S. are fans of the league.' 'Our currency is relevance,' she says. 'And we have to be relevant to all sorts of audiences, to young people, to women and to multicultural audiences.' 'I think the Taylor effect, as many people call it, obviously boosted our audience,' Solis says. 'We love Taylor. She's a huge icon among that audience. But we were already growing with that audience before that. I think she just helped us and came at the right time.' Swift debuted her relationship with Kelce in 2023 when she attended a Chiefs game in September of that year. Since they've been dating, Swift has been present at several Chiefs games home and away as well as big moments for the team such as the Chiefs 2024 Super Bowl win and their 2025 AFC Championship win. Advertisement Last year, Flora Kelly, ESPN's vice president of brand strategy and content research weighed in on the impact of Swift and Kelce's relationship and shared that it was comparable to the additional visibility to 'Caitlin Clark sparking what we saw with women's college basketball.' While Kelly noted that Swift has had an impact in the NFL she is not the sole reason why there has been a spike in viewers. 'It is, again, the first year I've ever seen this, where you're starting to see culture and social media really spark that attention factor. And I wouldn't just isolate it to Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.' Related: CashNasty's dream comes true, meets LeBron James thanks to Kai Cenat assist Related: Drake loses astronomical $800K on Thunder Game 6 bet
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Erin Andrews jokes about wardrobe malfunction and spray tan disaster live on stage
Erin Andrews grabbed attention with an unexpected on-stage comment about needing a towel for her dress (Getty Images) Erin Andrews found herself at the center of an unexpected wardrobe mishap during a live podcast taping in Cannes, turning heads with a bizarre and hilarious on-stage comment. As she joked about needing a towel 'to shove up' her dress and referenced a spray tan gone wrong, fans were left both laughing and cringing at the unexpected fashion blunder. Erin Andrews stirs conversation with humor and hygiene hot takes Sportscaster Erin Andrews had fans laughing and cringing at the same time after a hilarious wardrobe comment during a live podcast recording with co-host Charissa Thompson at SPORT BEACH 2025 in Cannes. The two FOX NFL personalities, known for their unfiltered banter on the Calm Down Podcast, were setting the stage when Erin asked something that caught everyone off guard: 'Hey, do you have a towel back there?' she said to the crew. Moments later, she clarified — or rather, shocked — by adding, 'I'm gonna shove it up my dress.' Charissa's immediate reaction summed it up for the audience: 'Woahhh.' Erin quickly tried to play it off: 'Just kidding.' But the moment was already out there — and it perfectly captured the unscripted, raw charm the podcast is known for. Even as the heat and humidity of Cannes caused spray tan mishaps, Erin powered through with her signature self-deprecating humor, joking, 'It's starting in the tummy, don't worry. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo It'll come out orange from the spray tan…Awkward spray tan in the UK.' Erin and Charissa's 'foot-in-mouth' moment sparks relatable vacation banter Adding another layer to the comedy, Erin admitted they were partly to blame for the situation — having ignored emails from the event organizers. 'We literally cannot complain about one thing because...I sent you emails. I sent you information, and you never got back to me about it,' she said, mimicking what the planners might say. Charissa chimed in with a clever solution: 'We need to have a code word. So every time we don't like something we just say it to each other. ' While the wardrobe moment was lighthearted, Erin got a bit more serious when addressing her ultimate fashion pet peeve — Gen Z's obsession with bathroom selfies. In another podcast clip, she didn't hold back: 'The selfies in the bathroom of your super cute outfit are for the birds. I'm not going to call you thirsty, but so desperado to take a picture of your outfit.' Also Read: 'She'll sneak onto his property': Tom Brady and Irina Shayk quietly give love another shot Her biggest gripe? Hygiene. 'Do you know how much bacteria and odours are in that place?' she asked. 'Get out of the public bathroom... find another.' With Charissa agreeing wholeheartedly, the duo once again proved that whether it's fashion fails or viral trends, they'll always keep it honest — and hilarious. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Sh*t on their shoes': Erin Andrews disgusted and blasts ‘trashy' women for public restroom selfies
Erin Andrews recently criticized the trend of taking selfies in public bathrooms, deeming it unhygienic and "trashy" (Getty Images) Longtime NFL sideline reporter Erin Andrews is known for her sharp commentary on and off the field—and her recent take on a growing social media habit proves she's not afraid to call a personal foul. On a new episode of the Calm Down podcast with Charissa Thompson, Andrews called out the rising trend of snapping selfies in public bathrooms, branding the habit as not only unhygienic but downright "trashy. " Erin Andrews fires back at bathroom selfies in blunt podcast rant The 47-year-old FOX Sports veteran, who has worked alongside Thompson for over a decade, didn't hold back. The clip shared on Instagram was captioned, 'Get out of the public restrooms for your selfies!!!!' echoing Andrews' frustration with the trend. 'The selfies in the bathroom of your super cute outfit are for the birds. I'm not going to call you thirsty, but so desperado to take a picture of your outfit. Here's my outfit,' she said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) Andrews then doubled down, shifting the focus from social etiquette to basic hygiene. 'Do you know how much bacteria and odours are in that place? Like, get out of the public bathroom and find another,' she added. 'Like, no one needs to see the stink in the paper towel dispenser as we're getting a full-length view of your trashy outfit.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villa For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search ads Learn More Undo In perhaps her most biting remark, she concluded, 'It's so bizarre. You're that thirsty to document your outfit in a public restroom where people are walking around with shit on their shoes? I don't get it. I'm sorry. Enough is enough.' Thompson was quick to back her up, adding, 'I don't want to see where you take it. I don't. I'm not interested in that.' Episode 334: Pregame – He Ain't the One | Calm Down Podcast But it wasn't all fire on the podcast front—Andrews also took time to applaud a monumental change within the NFL. Following the announcement that Colts owner Jim Irsay's three daughters—Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, and Kalen Jackson—would take over day-to-day leadership of the franchise, Andrews posted a warm 'This. Awesome.' on Instagram. Also Read: 'They will be divorced': Josh Allen's words for Hailee Steinfeld ignite controversy as fans call out his treatment of ex Brittany Williams Carlie will now serve as the Colts' principal owner and CEO, while her sisters step into major executive roles, forming one of the most prominent all-female ownership structures in league history. Andrews' praise echoed the league's ongoing push for greater diversity in leadership.
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Erin Andrews' dating advice sparks hope while Charissa Thompson declares marriage is a mistake
Erin Andrews encourages listeners to embrace long-distance relationships (Getty Images) In the ever-evolving world of love and relationships, FOX's NFL sideline reporter Erin Andrews is offering a refreshing take—especially when it comes to long-distance romance. Speaking candidly on her Calm Down podcast with co-host and close friend Charissa Thompson, Andrews offered heartfelt advice to fans navigating complicated love lives. Erin Andrews sees excitement in long-distance relationships Erin Andrews' life may be a whirlwind of sportscasting, fashion ventures, and podcasting, but she's never been shy about opening up. On a recent episode of Calm Down, a listener asked about handling long-distance relationships. Andrews didn't sugarcoat the challenges, but her message was rooted in optimism. 'Look, I think it's hard to date in the same city, in a different state. It's also hard to find the right person,' she admitted. However, she encouraged listeners not to give up on love just because of logistics. 'If you have a crush and they live in another state, I don't think that should deter you from not moving forward,' Andrews said. She even called it 'exciting' when you finally get to reunite with your partner after time apart. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Andrews wrapped her advice with the kind of real-world wisdom that has made her podcast such a hit: 'If you have the means, if you have the patience, if you are interested in each other that much, see where it goes.' Charissa Thompson stands firm: 'No more marriage for me' While Erin Andrews leans into love, Charissa Thompson is waving goodbye to the idea of ever marrying again. With two previous marriages behind her, Thompson is content with where she is—no veil, no vows, just love. Episode 330: Pregame - …With a Broken Heart | Calm Down Podcast 'I am never getting married again,' Thompson declared firmly on the podcast. 'People just want to show up for the party... I'm just not going to have a wedding.' Her stance isn't new. In another conversation with Kylie Kelce, she reflected on her past, saying, 'I married the wrong people, plural. I don't want to attach myself to something that I can't detach from.' Even when fans questioned her love life on social media, Thompson kept it classy. Responding to a sarcastic question about how many times she plans to get married, she replied, 'No more marriage for me, but thanks for asking. Just being with a man who is kind and doesn't take from me is all the commitment I need!' Also Read: No more Reputation Taylor's Version—Taylor Swift backs away from 'Reputation' re-recording, fans accuse her of stalling Whether you're chasing love across state lines or choosing to stay single and fulfilled, Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson offer two powerful and valid views on modern relationships. Their message? Love should be on your own terms—whatever those terms may be.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Erin Andrews records podcast hours after learning her surrogate experienced a miscarriage
Erin Andrews, who was expecting her second child through surrogacy, revealed that the pregnancy ended in miscarriage. Andrews announced the loss of the baby, a girl, on the May 22 episode of her podcast 'Calm Down with Erin and Charissa.' She shared that she had received the news earlier that day. 'So I have dealt with this before, but things were going really, really well. And her little heartbeat and her numbers were really good,' the 47-year-old sportscaster said, her voice breaking with emotion. Speaking to her producers, including Ryan Musick, Andrews added, 'I even told you guys a couple of weeks ago because we thought were had such good news.' Andrews cried as she praised Musick for doing a 'bang-up job' on the show they were recording. 'I've been trying really hard to pay attention. I've just been tearing up the whole time and trying to stay focused,' she said. 'But I'm also really really good at suppressing my feelings and work really helps me with that.' 'Been sitting here thinking about Taylor Swift's song, 'I Can Do It with a Broken Heart.' I'm really good at doing this s--- with a broken heart,' she added. Andrews and her husband, Jarret Stoll, are parents to 2-year-old son Mack, who was born with the help of a surrogate. 'We had loss with our first surrogate and luckily with our second one, we had Mack,' Andrews said. Andrews has been outspoken about sharing the highs and lows of IVF and surrogacy; one reason she was determined to tape the episode despite her grief. 'I just wanted to be open with people and be like, 'This sucks,'' she said. 'And today, this really does.' After Andrews was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2016, her oncologist recommended that she and Stoll freeze embryos. Andrews underwent two surgeries and was declared cancer-free, but she and Stoll decided to move ahead with IVF in the event that the cancer returned. Following a nine-year struggle with infertility, the couple welcomed Mack in 2023. That year, Andrews told she is 'paying it forward' by sharing her story about her own struggles. Talking to others who had been through infertility, IVF and surrogacy, she said, really helped her and Stoll in their darkest moments. 'Going through this whole journey, you think you're alone,' she said, at the time. 'You're not alone.' This article was originally published on
