Taylearning: A Taylor Swift Podcast

125. Mental Cages: This Is Me Trying Apr 09, 2025

It’s time for the song that features the namesake of this miniseries to have its moment in the sun: This Is Me Trying. This track, an underrated gem from 2020’s ‘folklore,’ features Taylor singing from multiple devastating perspectives. She acts as the mouthpiece for a melancholic alcoholic, a regretful burnout, and a despondent suicidal person. Through these lyrics, she tells the story of how hard it is to simply try for some people. Sometimes, your best looks like hell to everyone else, and no one pats you on the back for the work it took you to get there. But Taylor noticed…no one ever talks about these people or tells these stories. These people who are really trying. So she decided to give us this track, and we decided to break it down for you today.

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*Explicit: Language, Suicide/Self Harm

124. Eras Tour Post Mortem: The Highest Highs & the Lowest Lows Apr 02, 2025

The time has come for the final installment of the Eras Tour Post Mortem miniseries. We know, we’re sad too. But it has been four months since Taylor left the Eras stage for the final time, which has given us ample opportunity to analyze what were the highest highs and the lowest lows of the 21-month-long tour! After calling out on Instagram and scouring the web, we learned what Swifties from all over the world took away from the tour, both positive and not-so-positive. Join us as we close this chapter and reminisce on the past so we can turn our focus to the future!

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*Explicit: Language

123. All About the Lead Singles Mar 26, 2025

Two words: Lead. Singles. But what is a lead single, you may ask? It’s typically a carefully selected track from an upcoming album designed to both lend itself to potential commercial success AND give you a taste of what’s to come from an artist. Taylor Swift has 11 albums, thus she has 11 lead singles to chat about! Some were released in advance of an album, some were released alongside an album. Some were acclaimed and beloved, some were criticized and ridiculed. In today’s episode, Dani & Olivia go through each lead single and rate it as a song, success as a lead single, and they even make their own suggestions for the lead singles that could’ve been.

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*Explicit: Language

122. Mental Cages: Tied Together with a Smile Mar 19, 2025

In 2006, Taylor released her debut album. On that album, she gave us “Tied Together with a Smile”, a sincere and heartbreaking song about a girl who struggles to hide her pain behind a fake smile. Today, your hosts dissect this track in our very first song analysis from Debut! Taylor has given us a lot of insight into this tragic tune, so tune in as we break it all down in this installment of the ‘Mental Cages’ miniseries.

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*Explicit: Language, Eating Disorders, Suicide/Self-Harm

121. Go Out There and be 'Fearless': A Review of "Journey to Fearless" (& its tour!) Mar 12, 2025

From 2009-2010, Taylor Swift embarked on her first ever headlining tour: The Fearless Tour! Later in 2010, “Journey to Fearless” would be released- a docuseries all about the tour and the steps Taylor took to get there. This episode features Dani and Olivia a) talking about the reception and impact of The Fearless Tour, and b) going through each scene of the series to talk through the story it tells. Go back in time with us, head first and fearless!

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*Explicit: Language, Mild Sexual Content

120. Eras Tour Post Mortem: Reviewing & Ranking the On-Stage Looks from Tour Mar 05, 2025

It has been nearly three months since the final bow of ‘The Eras Tour,’ but we will do anything we can to make it live on. This includes the continuation of our Eras Tour Post Mortem series, in which your hosts dissect tour details! In this requested episode, Dani & Olivia go through the many outfits Taylor wore on stage during tour (including alterations and capes, she wore ~100 outfits!) to decide their favorite and least favorites for each era. They also talk fan favorites, iconic outfit moments, and their costume redesign concepts.

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*Explicit: Language

119. Mental Cages: Labyrinth Feb 26, 2025

Taylor once admitted to being lost in the labyrinth of her mind- but what exactly does that mean? In today’s episode, Olivia & Dani continue the Mental Cages miniseries to break down “Labyrinth” from “Midnights.” This song - which is a divisive song amongst the Swiftie fandom - has Taylor opening up about her anxiety concerning falling in love after everything she has been through. But, as with all Taylor Swift songs, there is more to the story than what we see on the surface! Join us as we tear back the layers of this synth-filled, vibey track.

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*Explicit: Language

118. What if There Were a Way to Relive the Magic of 'The Eras Tour?' ft. Karla, CEO of Taylgate Takeovers Feb 19, 2025

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Taylgate Takeovers has rescheduled all tour dates to 2026.

Let’s face it: we are all constantly on the hunt for the high we felt during The Eras Tour. The magic was felt in each city from the days leading up to a show all the way through walking out of the stadium. Lucky for us, there is someone actively working to recreate this magic- and she’s sharing it with Swifties all across North America! Joining us today is Karla, CEO of “Taylgate Takeovers,” and she is on a mission - along with her esteemed team of event planners - to host weekend-long Taylor-themed festivals in honor of The Eras Tour. Join us as we talk to Karla about what Taylgate Takeovers is, why she’s doing it, and why you might be interested in going when it comes to a city near you in 2026!

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117. EXTRA CREDIT: We're Sad :( Feb 12, 2025

Like Taylor, we’ve spent the past 5+ months religiously following and rooting for the Kansas City Chiefs. Unfortunately, our joy crumbled alongside KC’s offensive line at the Super Bowl this past Sunday. So let’s talk through our sorrows, chat about the season, and we humbly ask your forgiveness for our sadness.

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*Explicit: Language

116. A Detailed Look Back on Taylor's History with The Grammys Feb 05, 2025

Since 2008, Taylor Swift has been considered a perennial Grammy threat in the music industry. But with 58 total Grammy nominations and 14 total wins, can she truly be considered a “Grammy Darling?” Your hosts are going back in time to dive into this question! This episode, recorded and released off the heels of the 67th Grammy Awards, has Dani & Olivia going over every single nomination - wins AND losses - Taylor Swift has ever received from The Recording Academy. Who won? Who did people think would win? Who “should’ve” won? Listen in to (tay)learn what we’ve found!

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*Explicit: Language

115. The "Squad": Ashley Avignone Jan 29, 2025

If you look up “who is Taylor Swift’s best friend?”, you will receive a handful of answers. One of those answers is stylist Ashley (Ash) Avignone. Way back in 2008, Taylor met Ashley through a famous mutual friend. Seventeen years later, and their friendship is still going strong! Tune into this installment of “The Squad” miniseries to hear all about the long-standing friendship between Taylor and Ashley. And trust us…if you don’t recognize her name, you almost certainly know her face.

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*Explicit: Language

114. Tipsy Swifties: Your Eras Tour Hot Takes! Jan 22, 2025

It’s time! After months of collecting YOUR hottest takes about The Eras Tour, your hosts are here to talk about them over alcoholic beverages. In today’s return of the fan favorite “Tipsy Swifties” miniseries, guest host Rebecca guides Olivia & Dani through each hot take, and your girls have to drink if they agree! With over 150 submissions and countless drinks later, we’re proud to present today’s fun (and undeniably controversial) episode. Grab your favorite drink and play along!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Binge Drinking/Alcohol

As always, we don't condone binge drinking. Imbibe at your own risk and judgement.

113. TS101: Intro to Taylor Swift - A Crash Course on the Fundamentals of Taylor Jan 15, 2025

From the outside looking in, becoming a Taylor Swift fan seems like an almost insurmountable challenge. With nearly two decades of lore and hundreds of songs in her discography, it’s no secret that the path to becoming a Swiftie can be daunting. Where should someone begin? In this episode, Dani & Olivia seek to help you answer that question! This “crash course” was designed with potential Swifties in mind and acts as an overview of need-to-know information to catch anyone up and bring them into the world of Swiftiedom. To cap it off, your hosts give song recommendations by genre to help get you started in her music. Long time Taylisteners, send this episode to someone you want to see become a Swiftie!

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MENTIONED EPISODE LINKS:

Easter Eggs
The Muses: Joe Jonas
The Muses: Taylor Lautner Part One AND Part Two
Taylor vs. Kimye aka The Rise of a Snake Part One AND Part Two
The Muses: John Mayer Part One AND Part Two
The Muses: Jake Gyllenhaal
The Muses: Conor Kennedy
The Muses: Harry Styles Part One AND Part Two AND Part Three AND Part Four
The Muses: Calvin Harris
The Muses: Tom Hiddleston
The Masters Controversy Part One AND Part Two
The Muses: Matty Healy Part One AND Part Two
Our Episode with Harvard’s Stephanie Burt
Taylor’s Political Evolution
Champagne Problems Song Analysis
Betty Song Analysis
August Song Analysis
The Archer Song Analysis
Out of the Woods Song Analysis
Delicate Song Analysis
Peace Song Analysis

CALIFORNIA FIRE RELIEF LINKS:

California Fire Relief Fund
Resources for those impacted

*Explicit: Language, Mild Sexual Content

112. Taylor Swift’s 2024 Year in Review (+ 2025 Taylor Predictions!) Jan 08, 2025

There is much debate about if Taylor Swift’s 2024 topped her groundbreaking 2023. Today, your hosts return from their holiday break to tackle that question! In this episode, Olivia & Dani continue their yearly tradition of giving you a “Taylor Wrapped” of sorts, talking through a timeline of Taylor’s highlight reel of 2024. Additionally, they top it off by recapping the accuracy of their 2024 predictions and cementing their 2025 predictions. So tell us- what is your biggest Taylor prediction for the new year?

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Carbon Emissions Episode: Here!

Grammy Predictions Episode: Here!

*Explicit: Language

111. Eras Tour Post Mortem: What Went Down in Vancouver + Processing the End of an Era(s) Dec 18, 2024

After 21 months, 149 shows, hundreds of songs performed live, and millions of traded friendship bracelets, The Eras Tour finally came to its bittersweet end in Vancouver, Canada on December 8th. By way of luck, magic, and our good friend Rebecca, Olivia & Dani were able to attend closing night in person. The final show was emotional, heartbreaking, joyful, somber, sparkling, and perfect. Your hosts are honored to take you through the full experience of closing night, from standout moments to general vibes, so everyone listening can live in the experience of what it was like to be there for the final bow.

We are taking a short break for the next two weeks for the ~HoliTays~! See you back here on January 8th, 2025.

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*Explicit: Language

110. What Exactly Makes an Era? ft. Justice Sirotek, the TayIntern Dec 14, 2024

The simplest answer to the question “what makes an era?” is: …an album. An album cycle makes an era. But is that the whole truth? In today’s special episode, Justice - your TayIntern - guest-hosts to walk us through each intricate detail that characterizes a musical era. Join Justice, Olivia, & Dani as we cap off The Eras Tour with a lesson on the art, marketing, and groupings of all of Taylor Swift’s iconic eras that have defined her career thus far.

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*Explicit: Language

EXTRA CREDIT: Episode Update! Dec 11, 2024

The Eras Tour is over, and our episode is delayed, and Dani is here to tell you what’s going on!

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109. Taylor Swift Style: Exploring Taylor's Fashion Through the Eras ft. Sarah Chapelle Dec 04, 2024

In October of 2011, lifelong Swiftie and Journalism student Sarah Chapelle decided to combine her passions to create the blog “Taylor Swift Style.” This blog has since amassed hundreds of thousands of followers, all of whom eagerly await for Sarah to post outfit details, prices, and even dupes of Taylor’s latest look every time she steps in front of a camera. Today, Dani & Olivia are joined by Sarah - now a New York Times best selling author - to discuss her new book, Taylor’s oxymoronic skill of marketing authenticity, and how music and fashion cannot be divorced when it comes to the iconography of a Taylor Swift Era!

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*Explicit: Language

108. Will 'The Tortured Poets Department' Sweep at the 2025 Grammys? Nov 27, 2024

With 14 Grammy Award wins and 58 nominations, it’s no secret that The Recording Academy is a fan of Taylor Swift- and she is a fan of theirs in return! But the perennial question remains: will Taylor succeed in this upcoming Grammy cycle? Today, your hosts do their best to put themselves in the shoes of a voting member of The Academy to make educated guesses about how things will shake out in each category Taylor is nominated for.

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*Explicit: Language

107. Mental Cages: I Hate It Here Nov 20, 2024

She hates it here, so she goes to secret gardens in her mind. The job of your hosts today is to find those secret gardens and take you along on the journey! In this installment of the fan fave ‘Mental Cages’ series, Olivia & Dani walk through TTPD’s “I Hate It Here”, a divisive and solemn track from ‘The Anthology’ half of the record. What does Taylor mean with the opening/closing lyric about a finance guy? What are the mid-sized city hopes and small town fears she is referencing? And what exactly was she trying to say with the controversial 1830s lyric? Tune in to find out!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Self-Harm/Suicide, Drugs, Conversations surrounding Sexual and Physical Assault

106. Fantasy Football (Taylor's Version) - Round 5: The Tortured Poets Department Nov 13, 2024

Today, we revisit the “Fantasy Football” song draft miniseries to take on the most recent installment to the Taylorverse: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’! Dani is a shameful 1-3 in her song draft record, and Olivia is looking to pad her lead. Your hosts go back and forth to draft their strongest teams, but who will actually take the prize? Will Dani begin her redemption arc, or will Olivia skyrocket to 4-1? That, Taylisteners, is entirely up to you. Be sure to vote in the Spotify comments section and/or on our Instagram!

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*Explicit: Language, Mild Sexual Content

105. Sensual Politics: A Timeline of Taylor Finding Her Political Voice Oct 30, 2024

Throughout most of her long career, Taylor Swift was (in)famous for staying quiet politically. Some read this as apathy, some read it as calculating, and some went so far as to accuse her of being a secret alt-right icon. But in 2019, Taylor tore off the muzzle she had on herself and finally told the world her secret: she’s a Democrat. Her political affiliation and progressive ideology became a cornerstone of her ‘Lover’ era, and she has been open about her party alliance and voting habits ever since. However, it was a long time coming for her to emerge as ‘Miss Americana.’ The question much of the world has for Taylor is…why? In this episode, Olivia & Dani talk about the inextricable relationship between American politics and country music, the delicate dance between fame and politics, and how Taylor found her political voice over the span of twenty years.

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We will be taking next week off for Election Week in the USA. See you again in two weeks!

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Information on 9/11 and the War in Iraq: Article 1, Article 2, Book

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Sexual & Domestic Violence, Politics in general

104. The Muses: Taylor Lautner (From the Vault) Oct 23, 2024

We’ll admit it: we were wrong. Well, kinda. In our initial ‘The Muses: Taylor Lautner’ episode from February of 2023, we made an assumption that Taylor Squared had fallen out of touch over the years and were no longer close. To our credit, that was true at the time. However, we couldn’t have predicted that in the following months, they’d reconnect and be closer than ever! In this episode, your hosts talk through everything that has happened between Taylor Swift & Taylor Lautner since we last chatted about them, and it’s more than you may think. Join us for this wholesome, happy episode as we revisit the ‘Muses: From the Vault’ subseries! And be sure to brush up on your homework and listen to the first installation of the Taylor Squared story HERE, because we pick up right where we left off.

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*Explicit: Language, Mild Sexual Content, Self-Harm

103. Surviving The Great Resale War: How Catie & Marissa Help Fans Get Eras Tickets, Avoid Scams, & Build Community Oct 16, 2024

Hey hey hey! When it comes to Eras Tour tickets, have you been gettin' down and out about the liars and the dirty, dirty cheats of the world? Well, Catie & Marissa are here to help! In today’s special episode, Catie joins us to talk about the community she and Marissa have built that specializes in ticket reselling, scam spotting, and making a safe space in the Swiftie world online. Ticket scams can be found everywhere, but since their Facebook group’s inception in the Summer of 2023, there have been zero scams within their group of nearly 9,000 members (and counting!). Listen in to hear about how to spot ticket scams in this final Eras leg, how this group is about more than just tickets, and how you can join this thriving online community (and maybe get tickets of your own!).

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*Explicit: Mild Language

102. Did You Get Deja Vu? What Went Down Between Taylor Swift & Olivia Rodrigo Oct 09, 2024

To this day, the world wonders what happened between Taylor Swift and budding pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo in 2021. Olivia, who was experiencing a meteoric rise to fame with her debut album ‘Sour’, had also publicly branded herself a lifelong Swiftie with the receipts to back her claim up. She was even called the “original Taydaughter” on the internet! So what occurred between them that made their public friendship suddenly dry up? Some people believe Taylor sued for royalties. Some people believe Olivia wanted to make a name for herself absent of Taylor. In this hot button episode, your hosts go through their hours of research so you can make your own determination about what went down between the megastars.

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Assault

101. Let's Talk 1989 (OG, TV, & more!) Oct 02, 2024

Nine years to the day after the release of ‘1989’, Taylor released it again with her Taylor’s Version of the Pop Bible! The key difference, of course, is that when Taylor opted to drop a full-blown pop record in 2014, the (pop culture) world practically stood still. With a decade-defining singles run, an abundance of critical praises, and endless good vibes, the OG album left a legacy that the Taylor’s Version built upon. Today, your hosts talk through all things about both versions of ‘1989’, all while Dani stifles her joy for her “heart album.”

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*Explicit: Eating Disorders, Language, Sexual Content

100. Mental Cages: Dear Reader Sep 25, 2024

Often (unfairly) overlooked and frequently (unjustly) criticized, ‘Midnights’ closer “Dear Reader” is a diaristic, confessional, and somber track that reminds its listener that, despite being full of advice, the author herself is not to be trusted. In this installment of the Mental Cages series, which doubles as Taylearning’s landmark 100th episode (!!!), Dani & Olivia break down this divisive track, chewing on every lyric to make some sense of it all. Taylor has spent the better part of two decades giving advice to millions through her lyrics, but in this song, she has herself (and the audience) wondering- is she really qualified to be a beacon of truth?

100 EPISODES!!! Thank you for being here. It’s cheesy, but we love this community and what we have built from the ground up. To celebrate and to thank you, listen all of the way through the very end of this episode- we have a surprise :)

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*Explicit: Language

99. Dissecting "Fortnight", the VMA Video of the Year - Did it Deserve the Win? Sep 18, 2024

Taylor made history (again) last week when she won the Video Music Award (VMA) for Video of the Year with TTPD’s “Fortnight”- but many people believe she was undeserving of the iconic award. This video, which was directed by and starring Taylor herself, beat out several other strong contenders! The award is fan-voted, but there are also so many layers and interpretations to this metaphor-heavy video, so today we answer the trending question- do we think it earned the VOTY title? Tune in as we break it down, scene by scene!

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*Explicit: Language

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98. The "Squad": Sabrina Carpenter Sep 11, 2024

Inarguably, the friendships we make (and lose) throughout our lives impact us greatly. The same is likely true for Taylor Swift! In our NEW mini-series, The Squad, Olivia & Dani take you through Taylor’s friendships and the impact they’ve made on her life, image, and in some cases, her music. Today, we start with up-and-coming main pop girl, Sabrina Carpenter, in honor of her #1 album ‘Short n’ Sweet’. Sabrina, who has been a Taylor fan since long before her fame, now classifies Taylor as one of her best friends. In this episode, your hosts walk you through Sabrina’s journey from OG Swiftie to Disney star to major pop star- and where Taylor fits into it all.

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*Explicit: Language

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97. Analyzing 'The Tortured Poets Department' Prologue: Why It's Essential to Understanding the Album Sep 04, 2024

The prologue to ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ is one of the most intimate looks into Taylor’s mind we’ve ever been given. It’s the perfect appetizer to this massive album, and it has not received the attention it deserves…until now! In today’s episode, join Olivia & Dani as they go through the prologue line by line to better understand the stories Taylor tells throughout the album. With all of the context Taylor is giving us here, it’s a wonder more people aren’t talking about it- so crack open your TTPD vinyls/CD booklets, and let’s Taylearn together!

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*Explicit: Language

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96. The Muses: Matty Healy (Part 2: The Songs Taylor Wrote About Matty) Aug 28, 2024

Taylearning is back for Season 4, and we are better than ever! Today’s Season Premiere is a continuation of The Muses miniseries, and it also brings us further into the lore of Matty Healy. As we discuss what songs The 1975’s controversial frontman may have inspired in Taylor’s discography, we also continue to unravel the story of ‘The Tortured Poets Department.’ Taylor Swift gives us so much insight into her life and mind through her lyrics, so today, we are going to give you an in-depth analysis of how they fit into the story of her life…especially in regards to Matty. Listen to Part 1 if you have not yet- you’ll want to take that prerequisite before diving into this one!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Drugs

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Taylearning: A Taylor Swift Podcast - Season 4 Trailer Aug 20, 2024

Welcome back to your favorite Taylor Swift podcast that dives into everything Taylor! From the music to the lore to the theories, you can Taylearn alongside us with new episodes every Wednesday. Season 4 premieres August 28, wherever you get your podcasts!

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95. Is Taylor Swift a "Girl's Girl"? Chatting Chart Blocking, Stan Culture, & Taylor's Legacy with SwiftTok's Jake Deyton Aug 14, 2024

SURPRISE!

We are back today with a super special in-between-seasons episode! Today, we are so excited to feature one of our favorite SwiftTokers, Jake Deyton, to chat about the recent "controversy" surrounding Taylor's fight to stay #1 on the charts. With the release of Billie Eilish's "Hit Me Hard and Soft" and the rise of Charli XCX's "brat" summer, we are reminded that Taylor's mere existence lives in the minds of stans of all artists. Jake, who has been closely following Taylor's chart positions since 2012, brings us incredible insight on what it means to "block" artists...and if it's even truly possible.

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*Explicit: Language, Mild Sexual Content

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94. The Muses: Matty Healy (Part 1: The Timeline) Jun 20, 2024

It’s finally here. In today’s electric season finale, which serves as the longest informative episode of Taylearning released to date, your hosts cover a comprehensive timeline of the torrid & sordid relationship between Taylor Swift and Matty Healy. After scouring the internet, cross-referencing multiple timelines, and reaching out to personal contacts, Dani & Olivia have compiled ~150 noteworthy moments in time…and they are ready to share their findings. It may have been surprising to most when ‘The Tortured Poets Department’s’ muse apparent was the frontman of pop rock band The 1975, but once you’re presented with the decade of details compiled in this episode, you’ll understand how a relationship that only formally lasted a month could inspire over two hours of songs…at least.

Remember to keep in touch with us in the off season, and we will see you back here for Season 4!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Drugs

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93. Mental Cages: Who's Afraid of Little Old Me? Jun 12, 2024

Who’s afraid of little old Taylor? Well, she tells us that we should be. In today’s penultimate episode of Season 3, Olivia & Dani revisit the Mental Cages series to dissect Track 10 from ‘The Tortured Poets Department.’ This song, which is performed immaculately on The Eras Tour 2.0, is a personal and confessional look into how growing up famous/constantly scrutinized can turn a “good girl” into the monster people think she is. However, Taylor is aware that she technically put herself in this “asylum”- but does that mean she has no right to complain about it? And what of the good things she has done for artists who have followed in her footsteps…such as Billie Eilish (wanna talk about the drama, anyone)? Pop in as we talk through it all!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Lyrics containing self-harm

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92. Dear Taylistener: Finding a Place in this World - How to Process Moving Somewhere New Jun 05, 2024

Have you ever felt scared to take a massive leap of faith? Because that’s what we talk about in today’s ‘Dear Taylistener’ episode! This miniseries is our version of an advice column, where we intake stories from you - the Taylisteners - and give advice through Taylor Swift songs. Today’s submission is all about the fear, loneliness, excitement, and confusion surrounding moving away from everything you know. Most of us have done it or will do it, and your hosts are both moving away right now, so what better way to wade through these complex emotions than together through Taylor lyrics?

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*Explicit: Language

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91. Taylor & Her World: Talking Taylor with Stephanie Burt, Professor of the Swiftie Harvard Class May 29, 2024

This week, your Harvard education continues as Stephanie Burt joins your hosts in talking through many Taylor topics! Stephanie, the professor of the viral Taylor Swift class at Harvard University, takes the time to talk about what it’s like to teach about Taylor, thoughts on ‘The Tortured Poets Department,” and we finally touch on a subject many of you have requested: Gaylor theories. Tune in to get Taylearned with the second and final part of our Harvard lecture series!

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*Explicit: Sexual Content

90. How to Become Famous: A Look into Taylor's Fame ft. Harvard Law Professor Cass Sunstein May 22, 2024

Taylisteners, welcome to our first Harvard class! In today’s episode, prolific and iconic legal scholar/Harvard Law professor Cass Sunstein joins your hosts to talk about his new book, “How to Become Famous: Lost Einsteins, Forgotten Superstars, and How the Beatles Came to Be.” This book, released this week, covers the magic and madness of how people become famous- and how they don’t. Taylor Swift is a perfect case study of the mixture of luck and talent needed to be the biggest name in the world, so let’s talk about it with one of the best minds in higher education!

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89. State of Swift: What Went Down in Paris May 15, 2024

What if we told you she’s back…with a whole new version of The Eras Tour?! Well, kinda. Over this past weekend in Paris, Taylor debuted a revised version of the tour we’ve come to know over the past 14 months. Between cutting tracks, adding a Tortured Poets Department set, 23 new outfits, and a Tayvis PDA showcase in the City of Love(r), we had to bring you another installment of ‘State of Swift’ to bring you up to speed.

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As many of you know, there is a humanitarian crisis happening in Gaza. In our efforts to help the people of Palestine, we are highlighting the GoFundMes of several of our favorite Swiftie creators. Each week, we will be supporting a new Palestinian family in raising money to escape Rafah. We hope you join us in these lifesaving fundraisers.

Today, we highlight Abdullah Al-Ashi and his family, sponsored by Elizabeth (aka MoonyBug on TikTok). Please support by donating here.

*Explicit: Language

88. EXTRA CREDIT: The Beef Between Kendrick and Drake (& Where Does Taylor Fit In?) May 08, 2024

Attention rap fans: do you now understand why Swifties are obsessed with analyzing Taylor's songs for tea? In today's extra credit episode, Dani walks you through the ongoing 'KenDrake' rap battle. Why, you ask? Because Taylor and her Swifties are somehow a part of the narrative, so it's probably important to understand what's going on. Hop in for the tea party!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Lyrics that contain Domestic Violence & Pedophilia

87. 'The Tortured Poets Department' Album Review + Our Officially Unofficial Album Rankings May 01, 2024

Almost two weeks has passed since TTPD entered the Taylorverse. Is that enough time to pass judgement on the album and rank the tracks? Confidently, no, it is not...but we are going to try! In today's episode, Dani & Olivia talk criticisms, praises, and reactions to the album. Additionally, they rank each track in order of least to most favorite.

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content

86. Honest First Impressions of 'The Tortured Poets Department' Apr 24, 2024

All’s fair in love and poetry. But you know what’s NOT fair? Trying to quickly process a 31 song album, half of which was a surprise in the first place. In today’s episode, your hosts give their first impressions on each of the tracks and on the album as a whole. Together, they work through the good, bad, and ugly of TTPD to tell you what initially went through their minds during this crazy start to our newest era.

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Drug References, Mental Health, Suicide

85. Your Unofficial 'The Tortured Poets Department' Pregame Apr 17, 2024

THIS IS IT. We have entered TTPD week! In less than two days, we all will hear ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ for the first time. And the second time, and the third time….because let’s be real, we will all be binge listening to it over and over again! To keep up with our traditions, your hosts spend this episode speculating on what each of the 20 tracks will sound like. Play along with us, and come back after the album drops to see how right (or, more likely, wrong) they were!

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*Explicit: Language

84. Mental Cages: Mastermind Apr 10, 2024

What if Taylor Swift told us she was a mastermind? Well, she did! “Mastermind”, track 13 from ‘Midnights’, is a confessional track about how Taylor plays her life like chess: every move and countermove is intricately planned to get the result she desires. However, living life this way has proven to be draining for the pop star…if it’s true. She oscillates wildly between claiming her life is designed by fate and claiming she is her own divine architect. Join us as we break down this synth-driven bop!

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*Explicit: Language

83. Is Taylor Swift the 'Anti-Hero' of the Climate? A Deep Dive into Taylor's Carbon Emissions Apr 03, 2024

Taylor Swift has mostly managed to dodge major controversy since her rise to fame 18 years ago. However, there is one topic that seems to haunt her: carbon emissions. In today’s episode, Dani & Olivia do a deep dive into Taylor’s carbon output. They aim to answer some questions: Why is high carbon output dangerous? How did Taylor become the poster child for climate change? Does Taylor even care about her carbon footprint? These controversial questions, among other hotly debated inquiries, are answered in today’s highly requested and intense episode.

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*Explicit: Language

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82. Tipsy Swifties: Stand Back WASTED With Us- It's Misheard Lyrics Time! Mar 27, 2024

What better way to come back from a midseason break than with a drunk episode? How about a highly requested episode? How about BOTH?

In today’s chaotic third installment of the Tipsy Swifties, join Olivia, Dani, and Rebecca as they play a drinking game using misheard lyrics that YOU submitted! Taylor is not always the best at enunciating, and sometimes her words get lost in the production. This can lead to some hilarious misinterpretations of her songs, and we are here to talk it all out over cocktails.

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Binge Drinking/Alcohol, Drugs, Suicide

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81. Remaining Relevant 105: Castles Crumbling Mar 06, 2024

It's time for a throwback, Taylisteners! Our first ever mini series from Season 1, Remaining Relevant, is all about Taylor's songs that dive into her anxiety about staying famous. When 'Castles Crumbling' was released on Speak Now TV, it became apparent we needing to reopen our own vault to break this song down. Why did Taylor feel like her castle was crumbling down? Why was Hayley Williams featured? Was this song simply too personal to be released in 2010? Join us as we talk it all through!

We are entering a brief midseason break. See you all in a few weeks- don't forget about us in the meantime!

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*Explicit: Language

80. Can You Make a Career out of Being a Swiftie? ft. Bryan West of USA Today Feb 28, 2024

To answer the question the title of this episode poses: yes, you CAN make a career out of being a Swiftie! To elaborate on this further, we brought in backup. 2x Emmy winner and acclaimed journalist Bryan West, the dedicated Taylor Swift reporter for USA Today, joins Olivia & Dani in today's conversation. Together, they talk through the life of a Taylor-centric reporter, general Taylor news, and Bryan's tangible passion for the Swiftie community itself. Over 1,000 people applied for the position Bryan holds...tune in to see how and why he became "the lucky one"!

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79. How Taylor Swift Influenced the Chiefs Super Bowl Victory Feb 21, 2024

Crazy to think that in her rookie season, Taylor Swift went to the Super Bowl and snagged a victory!

Ha, we are kidding of course. While it is fun to think that Taylor had something to do with the Kansas City Chiefs being this year's Super Bowl victors, maybe it is just luck! Or teamwork from the Chiefs. Or maybe, it's ~TayVoodoo~. In this episode, your hosts go through each game Taylor attended, and they chat about Taylor's undeniable impact on Travis, the Chiefs, and the NFL as a whole.

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*Explicit: Language

78. Fantasy Football (Taylor's Version) - Round 4: Lover Feb 14, 2024

In honor of this very happy Valentine's Day, your hosts have opted to take a special fan request and draft Lover! Lover, which came out in 2019, has always had a divisive nature amongst Swifties, with many people loathing it and many people loving it. Today, Olivia & Dani work through their own feelings about the album as they pick and choose their teams! Will Olivia sweep easy since it is her favorite album? Will Dani steal Olivia's faves to keep her from winning yet again? Be sure to vote on Instagram or on our Spotify poll!

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*Explicit: Language

77. State of Swift: Chiefs Game PDA from the Chairman of the Tortured Poets Department Feb 07, 2024

This episode has a crazy title to match the crazy couple of weeks we have experienced in the Swiftie world! Taylor Swift's leading man, Travis Kelce, helped lead the Kansas City Chiefs to their fourth Super Bowl game in five years...and our favorite couple engaged in some saccharine PDA to celebrate! The following weekend, Taylor not only made Grammy's history by being the only four-time Album of the Year winner, but she also announced her next project- 'The Tortured Poets Department.' Join us in today's State of Swift as we talk through the highs and lows of the last couple of wild weeks!

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*Explicit: Language

76. A Look Into "Fan Favorites": Yours, Mine, & Our Top 3 Songs on Each Album Jan 31, 2024

For every single Taylor Swift song, there is someone out there that would defend it to their grave. But, as we know, some songs receive more flowers than others when it comes to love from fans. In today's opinion-based episode, Dani & Olivia chat through their "Big 3" from each album, as well as tackling the favorites from around ~8,000 polled Swifties. Get ready to join in the conversation about what makes a fan favorite track!

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*Explicit: Language

75. Taylearning (University Version) - A Degree in Swiftology? Jan 24, 2024

Okay Taylisteners, are you ready to go back to college with us? In today's fun episode, your hosts tackle the newest collegiate trend: Taylor Swift-themed classes! Of course, you can't really get an education solely in Taylor Swift (unless you listen to us every week), but you can use Taylor as a vessel to learn about a variety of topics, from psychology to economics to engineering. Tune in to hear how universities around the world are using the hype of Taylor to further education, and stick around to the very end for a special surprise reserved for our top Taylistener students.

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*Explicit: Language

74. Mental Cages: Peace Jan 17, 2024

"Would it be enough if she could never give him peace?" That's what Taylor laments throughout 'Peace,' a gutting track from 2020's Folklore. There is much to be anxious about in a relationship, especially for Taylor Swift. Is what she can give to someone worth the things she cannot? Is a lack of peace a deal breaker? What can we learn from this song about Taylor's thoughts on the media in her relationship, and what can we learn about ourselves? Tune in to find out!

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*Explicit: Language

73. Taylor Swift's 2023 Year in Review (+ 2024 Taylor Predictions!) Jan 10, 2024

There's no doubt about it: 2023 was the biggest year in Taylor's career so far! With more awards than ever before, more public appearances than we've had in the previous six years combined, even more records broken...Taylor was at the top of her game last year. To honor that, today's episode is a 'Taylor Wrapped' of sorts; a highlight reel from the Year of Swift! As a bonus, stick around to the end to hear Olivia & Dani make their 2024 Taylor Swift-related predictions.

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*Explicit: Language, Drugs

72. I Think You Should 'Speak Now': A World Tour Review Jan 03, 2024

Happy New Year! As we enter the new year, we noticed it's been a couple of months without The Eras Tour, and your hosts are in withdrawal. To hold us over until Taylor hits the stage again, we revisited the Speak Now World Tour, which took place from 2011-2012. Go back in time with us as we talk through the set list, reception, and impact of this nostalgia-packed show!

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*Explicit: Language

71. All About the Track 5s Dec 27, 2023

Taylor Swift once called her Track 5s "legendary" amongst Swifties, and she was correct- they are legendary! Traditionally, Track 5 on any Taylor album is the moment where the shell of the album cracks, and out pours Taylor's most vulnerable song. These ten songs are all quite different, but they all share one thing: Taylor thinks of them as the emotional breaking point, so fans pay extra attention to these tracks. Hear your hosts rate them, rank them, and replace them in the final Taylearning episode of 2023!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content

70. Mental Cages: Delicate Dec 20, 2023

1 2 3, LGB! In today's episode, we revisit the Mental Cages series to deep dive into one of Taylor's biggest singles from the Reputation Era: Delicate. This catchy synth ballad is vulnerable and repetitive, the latter of which indicates how anxious she was at the beginning of her most major relationship to date. How can you be so confident and so anxious at the same time? We break that contradictory feeling down in this quick episode!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Alcohol

69. Dear Taylistener: "Words of a Sister" - I Caught My Best Friend Having An Affair With My Husband Dec 13, 2023

This is an exciting day! Not only is it Taylor's birthday, but it is also the start of our newest mini series: Dear Taylistener. This series, inspired directly by one of our listeners, is a unique take on an advice column where we give advice in applicable Taylor Swift songs. Today's question is about handling the fallout of a friendship after catching your "friend" in an affair with your husband. This series leaves us wondering, WWTD (what would Taylor do)? All that's left to do is have your hosts try to answer that, using her music to guide us!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content

68. The Muses: Harry Styles (From the Vault) Pt. 3 - The Songs Harry Wrote About Taylor Dec 06, 2023

Welcome, Swifties & Harries alike, to the finale of this massive 3-part series! In today's thick episode, Olivia & Dani talk through every single Harry/One Direction song that has any decent speculation on being inspired by Taylor Swift. People like to give Taylor a hard time for being so confessional in her songs, but what if Harry is even more so? Join us as we conclude this journey and decide which songs have no chance, some chance, or a near 100% chance of being inspired by Taylor...and brought into the world by Harry's voice (or pen).

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content

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67. The Muses: Harry Styles (From the Vault) Pt. 2 - The Songs Taylor Wrote About Harry Nov 29, 2023

Talk about a hefty title! And a hefty episode to match. Last week, your hosts talked you through the intricate details of the 'Haylor' timeline to give you factual context of what went down between the two pop stars. Today, your hosts build on the more speculative nature of their relationship as they go through every song that so much as might have been written about Harry from Taylor's perspective. Some songs have damning evidence, some have almost no chance of being Harry-inspired, and many are somewhere in the middle. Get your mugs ready- we have some tea to spill.

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content

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66. The Muses: Harry Styles (From the Vault) Pt. 1 - The Timeline Nov 22, 2023

The first ever episode of The Muses mini series came out in the summer of 2022, and it was all about Harry Styles. However, your hosts kind of just...stopped the timeline prematurely! The original episode covers the public romance through their breakup in early 2013, but this episode does what the first one fails to do, and that's cover everything we left behind from 2013-now. With that, enjoy this fun episode revisiting the Haylor timeline.

This episode is dedicated to Ana Benevides.

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content

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65. State of Swift: The Tayvis Swelce Update We've Been Waiting For Nov 15, 2023

The point of this podcast is to educate Swifties - new and old - about the lore surrounding Taylor Swift. But what do we do when new lore is forming right before our eyes? Enter 'State of Swift'! In this new mini series, your hosts tackle current topics surrounding our girl. This past weekend, Taylor went ~very public~ with her relationship with Travis Kelce. There was so much to unpack this weekend that we had to do it on hot mics! Our girl is "falling in love again" (or so she hinted at while performing "Labyrinth" in Argentina). So let's talk about it!

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*Explicit: Language

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64. Mental Cages: Out of the Woods Nov 08, 2023

Arguably one of her best pop songs ever, 'Out of the Woods' is a song that describes anxiety surrounding a relationship that may or may not make it to tomorrow. In this continuation of the Mental Cages series, your hosts analyze the repetitive track to understand why this particular relationship riddled her with so much anxiety and confusion. Is she ever truly out of the woods?

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*Explicit: Language, Mental Health, Sexual Content

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63. An Honest Review of 1989 Taylor's Version Nov 01, 2023

It's got more synth, it's got more sex, it's got more secrets. 1989 TV is the most popular rerecording yet, but does it deserve the hype? In this episode, your hosts talk all things '89, from the songs that improved, those that didn't, and those that REALLY didn't. Also, tune in for vault track conversations and rankings!

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*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Eating Disorders

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62. Your Unofficial 1989 TV Pregame Oct 25, 2023

The countdown is on. In less than two days, we will hear 1989 (Taylor's Version) in full for the first time! In this hype episode, hear your hosts chat about which songs we are most excited/anxious to hear, what we think the vault tracks will sound like, and also some thoughts on #TayvisSwelce. Let's have some fun, Taylisteners!

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Explicit: Language

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61. Fantasy Football (Taylor's Version) - Round 3: 1989 Oct 18, 2023

You know what time it is! In keeping up with our past traditions of drafting an album around its release time, join us today as we draft our way through the original 16 songs that make up the Pop Bible, '1989'. Dani is 0-2 in fan votes when it comes to drafts, so how did she do when it comes to drafting her heart album? Did Olivia take it easy on her, or did she come to fight? Be sure to head over to Instagram to vote, and/or vote in the interactive polls embedded in the episode on Spotify!

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*Explicit: Language

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60. From Music to Movies: Taylor's Past, Present, & Future in Film Oct 11, 2023

You know the greatest films of all time are...on their way, since Taylor has fully entered the film scene! In our official Season 3 opener, hear your hosts talk all things Taylor + films. To celebrate the Eras Tour concert film releasing this week, Olivia & Dani get back into their groove discussing the timeline of films Taylor has been a part of, as well as her experiences in directing. Movies have been woven into Taylor's music and life for so long, but this fact does not get much attention...until now. Also, come join us on our brand new website...taylearningpodcast.com! For our full Taylearning Homework Playlist on this episode, head over to Spotify.

*Explicit: Language

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59. First Impression of "Tayvis Swelce" + Where Did Our Instagram Go??? Oct 06, 2023

Hey Taylisteners- SURPRISE! A bonus episode to start off our newest season! In this episode, we give you our first thoughts on the Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce tea, which is especially piping since Dani is from Kansas City (and that is where your cohosts met)!

*Explicit: Language

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58. Tipsy Swifties: Surprise Episode O'Clock! Who Won the (First) US Leg of The Eras Tour? Sep 09, 2023

We are back! Well, briefly, with some bonus content for you. Beloved Taylisteners, grab your favorite favorite vice- it's time for more of the Tipsy Swifties! In this bonus between-seasons episode, join Dani, Olivia, and their guest Rebecca as they work through a bracket pitting each and every USA Eras Tour show against each other. Every Eras show is a winner, but which show is the winner of all winners? Grab your bracket (click here), grab your cheat sheet (click here), grab your drink, and play along! Final bracket, Taylearning's Version, is linked here- but don't spoil the episode for yourself!

As always, we don't condone binge drinking. Imbibe at your own risk and judgement.

*Explicit: Language, Sexual References, Alcohol Use, Drug References

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57. Super Chaotic Unexpected 1989 Announcement Surprise Episode!!! Aug 10, 2023

We know we JUST wrapped Season 2, buuuuut we told you we would come back if something crazy happened. And the announcement of 1989 (Taylor's Version) at the LA6 show last night certainly qualifies! 1989 is Dani's "heart album"- a term we use for the album that feels the closest to our hearts. Hop into this bonus episode to hear your hosts' immediate, messy, 3 AM thoughts on the chaotic announcement!

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56. "I Can See You" Music Video Easter Egg Hunt! Aug 09, 2023

We have reached the end of Season 2! Over the past seven months, Olivia & Dani have delivered over thirty episodes, including Extra Credits and two-part episodes! In today's season finale, your hosts go through the music video for "I Can See You" - frame by frame - and hunt for Easter Eggs. Come and see what they find! And don't fret- your hosts will be back this October for Season 3! In the meantime, keep your eyes on this space and on our social media...just in case.

*Explicit: Language

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55. Mental Cages: The Archer Aug 02, 2023

She's been the archer, and she's been the prey...and what does she mean by that? 'The Archer' from Lover is essentially the song version of an anxiety attack, and it's time we talk about it. In this continuation of the Mental Cages series, Olivia & Dani chat about this divisive track five and the nuances that make it the poster child for Taylor's anxiety-driven songs.

*Explicit: Language, Mental Health

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54. The Muses: John Mayer (From the Vault) Jul 26, 2023

When we began The Muses series, we did not really think about what we would do in the instance there was a development in the story. But merely a month after we released the initial John Mayer episode, "Would've Could've Should've" was released. Then, only ten months later, Speak Now TV was released. So what are we to do? This episode was the answer. In this continuation of The Muses series, Olivia & Dani unravel the knot that was tied when Taylor gave more insight into her volatile relationship with John Mayer.

*Explicit: Language, Sexual Assault, Sexual Content

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53. Speaking Now on 'Speak Now TV' Jul 19, 2023

Every time a new 'Taylor's Version' comes out, we wait with bated breath for two main things: a) what the vault tracks sound like, and b) how different the songs sound. Speak Now TV was no exception! With a controversial lyric change, a lack of a shaky breath, and six vault tracks to unpack, this album brought a lot to the table for your hosts to chat about this week. Listen to Olivia & Dani go through the freshest rerecord - track by track - to break down changes, similarities, and general commentary.

*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content

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52: What Went Down in Kansas City Jul 12, 2023

We didn't expect to expand this particular series, but then the Kansas City Eras shows happened! If you listened to last week's episode, you know your girls had a stacked week planned to celebrate the arrival of Dr. Taylor Swift to KC. So how did it all pan out? Listen in to hear about it, and also receive firsthand tales of what really went down in the Paris of the Plains last weekend.

*Explicit: Language

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51: Speak Now TV Predictions, Kansas City Week, & the Drama of it All Jul 05, 2023

Speak Now TV hits our ears tomorrow night! Are you ready for it? In this fun episode, Olivia & Dani make their best guesses for what the vault tracks might sound like. Additionally, they break down their long-awaited "Kansas City Week" plans!

*Explicit: Language

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50. Mental Cages: Anti-Hero Jun 28, 2023

Anti-Hero: noun: a central character in a story, movie, or drama who lacks conventional heroic attributes. Taylor Swift thinks of herself as an indefensible anti-hero, and she tells us all about it in this smash hit from 2022. But how can a person who receives so much love live with so much self-hatred? In this new series, Mental Cages, your hosts dig deep behind the songs that are inspired by Taylor's own struggles with depression, anxiety, and self-loathing.

*Explicit: Language, Self Harm, Mental Health

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49. Breaking Down Surprise Song O'Clock Jun 21, 2023

Every show on the Eras Tour, at approximately the same time (2.5 hours into Taylor's set, known as Surprise Song O'Clock), Taylor performs two acoustic songs she has no intention of performing again on this tour. So what has been taken off of the eligibility list so far? What are we most upset about? What do we want to hear at our upcoming show? Hear us chat about it in today's episode!

*Explicit: Language

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48. The Muses: Conor Kennedy Jun 15, 2023

Who was Taylor Swift truly in a relationship with: Conor Kennedy? Or the Kennedy legacy itself? As we return to The Muses series, hear your hosts chat about Taylor's love for the Kennedys - specifically Conor - and how the relationship rose, fell, and the art the relationship produced.

*Explicit: Language, Self Harm

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47. The Folklore Love Triangle: August Jun 09, 2023

The wait is *finally* over! Today's long-awaited episode is about Folklore's eighth track, 'August'. Augustine was just a girl who wanted to be loved, but James ended the affair with the end of summer to return to Betty. But...what about her feelings? What about their time together? Hear us break it all down in this [final] installment of the Folklore Love Triangle series!

*Explicit: Language, Sexual Content

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EXTRA CREDIT: The Chicago Eras Tour Experience Jun 07, 2023

Extra credit time! Today's mini episode is all about giving Olivia time to chat about her experience at The Eras Tour: Chicago last weekend. Listen in for a special pro tip about the Eras merch trucks, Olivia's tale of getting home after the show, and learn about Michigan vs. Minnesota discourse. Later this week, look out for the final installment of 'The Folklore Love Triangle' series!

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46. One Year of Taylearning: A Special Anniversary Episode! Jun 01, 2023

Happy One Year Anniversary! On June 1, 2022, Taylearning was introduced to the world. To celebrate, we gathered answers from you about your favorite episodes, moments, and memories you have made along the way with us! In this episode, join Olivia & Dani as they share your responses, talk about listener statistics, share their creative process, and drop details on a special giveaway.

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45. Fantasy Football (Taylor's Version) - Round 2: Speak Now May 24, 2023

Aaaaand we are back with another draft! In this week's episode, celebrate the announcement of Speak Now (Taylor's Version)! Hear your hosts battle it out to draft the best "team" from Speak Now. Who chose better? Head to Instagram to vote- @TaylearningPodcast!

*Explicit: Swearing

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44. What Went Down in Nashville May 17, 2023

We didn't expect The Eras Tour weekend in Nashville to be so notorious...and yet, here we are. The Nashville shows boasted the Speak Now announcement, a great run of surprise songs, and The Rain Show. Today, your hosts break down their personal experience in the city and with the tour! Get a firsthand account of how things *really* went down in this fun episode.

*Eras Tour Spoilers

*Explicit: Swearing, Mild Sexual References

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43. Eras Tour Prep: How to be an Interactive Audience! May 10, 2023

Some people are comparing The Eras Tour to the Rocky Horror Picture Show in terms of audience engagement. But for many Swifties, this can be daunting. What do you shout and when? What does Taylor expect from the crowd? How do you avoid looking like an unseasoned Swiftie? Whether you are a new fan, attending with your friends and don't want to be left out, or you just have forgotten the chants of the past, listen to this quick episode for a 'How To' on being an interactive Eras audience!

**Eras Tour Spoilers**

*Explicit: Swearing.

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42. Preparing For Our Next Eras Show! May 03, 2023

**This episode contains Eras Tour spoilers** Your hosts are going to another Eras show in Nashville this weekend! To celebrate, they share their ticket-buying story in this episode. They also talk about what they plan to do differently, what they plan to do the same, and more tips and tricks for those attending the tour.

**Explicit: Swearing

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41. All About the Album Closers Apr 28, 2023

The wait is over! In this episode, your hosts go through every album closer, including standard editions and bonus tracks, and rate them/rank them/criticize them. They also share what they would pick as their closers, if they were given the chance to choose. Join in, and share your picks with us!

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40. The Folklore Love Triangle: 'Betty' Apr 19, 2023

Meet James! James is only seventeen and doesn't know anything, but he knows he misses Betty. In this installment of the Folklore Love Triangle series, we cover James's side of the story. This song acts as a desperate plea from James to get Betty to forgive his infidelity. Don't forget to listen to the Cardigan episode before jumping into this lyrical and critical analysis!

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39. The End of Taylor & Joe. Apr 12, 2023

Today's episode was a shock to us all and mostly speaks for itself.

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38. The Folklore Love Triangle: 'Cardigan' Apr 05, 2023

Meet Betty! Betty is one of the three main characters in the canonical love triangle from the Folklore album, which consists of three songs. Cardigan, from Betty's perspective, tells the tale of a heartbroken girl expressing her pain to James, the boy who hurt her. In this episode, your hosts chat about Cardigan's impact, critical reception, and break down the lyrics to begin the story of the love triangle.

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37. Eras Tour Prep: First Impressions After Attending Opening Weekend Mar 30, 2023

It's time! On March 18th, Olivia & Dani attended The Eras Tour in Glendale [Swift City], Arizona [ERAzona]. Attending with them was Rebecca, Dani's fabled roommate, who joins your hosts in today's episode! Today is all about breaking down what to expect at the show, from general commentary to going through the setlist. This episode is split into two parts: spoiler-free (ends at the 15:45 mark) and heavy spoilers (begins at the 15:50 mark). Come along as we relive that magical night!

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EXTRA CREDIT with Dani: Eras Tour Tips! Mar 22, 2023

Welcome to our newest mini-series, Extra Credit! These episodes are bonus episodes that range from 10-20 minutes and are put out on weeks where our full length episodes might come a little later than expected. This week, Olivia is under the weather, but Dani refused to review The Eras Tour in Glendale without her partner in crime. Instead, this episode has Dani shelling out tips and tricks for fans going to the tour!

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36. In the Death of Her 'Reputation': A Stadium Tour Review Mar 15, 2023

The last time we saw Taylor on tour was in 2018 for the Reputation Stadium Tour. This tour was record-breaking, award winning, and a theatrics-filled spectacle. Now, we look back fondly on it. Come along as your hosts walk you through the show, song by song, and relive it one last time before The Eras Tour begins!

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35b. Eras Tour Prep: Get to Know the Openers - Part 2 Mar 13, 2023

Taylor Swift has nine openers on The Eras Tour. How well do you know their music? Join Dani & Olivia as they go through each artist's discographies to figure out what songs are most likely to be played, their personal favorites, and what to expect! Complete with song clips to help give you a taste of what each opener's sound is like. Featured in this episode: Muna, Haim, Paramore.

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35a. Eras Tour Prep: Get to Know the Openers - Part 1 Mar 13, 2023

Taylor Swift has nine openers on The Eras Tour. How well do you know their music? Join Dani & Olivia as they go through each artist's discographies to figure out what songs are most likely to be played, their personal favorites, and what to expect! Complete with song clips to help give you a taste of what each opener's sound is like. Featured in this episode: Phoebe Bridgers, Gracie Abrams, Gayle, Owenn, Girl in Red, and Beabadoobee.

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34. The Muses: Tom Hiddleston Mar 01, 2023

One word: Hiddleswift. That's the catchy ship name for this short-lived pairing. When the world was falling apart around Taylor, she "clung to the nearest lips" when she dated Tom Hiddleston. The duo experienced a whirlwind summer together in 2016 between her relationships with Calvin Harris and Joe Alwyn. So...what happened? If she wanted Joe, why was she with Tom? Why did they split? Did they even like one another that much? Let's break it all down as we continue the highly popular 'Muses' series.

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33. Eras Tour Prep: Building a Dream Set List Feb 15, 2023

Taylor Swift has over 200 released songs; how in the world is she going to pick which ones to sing on The Eras Tour? With twelve albums (including Taylor's Versions), everyone has a different favorite and a different "perfect" set list. In this episode, listen to Dani break down her dream set list, then hear Olivia keep Dani's expectations in check with a more realistic set list for the upcoming tour!

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32. The Muses: Taylor Lautner Feb 09, 2023

For a beautiful, brief moment in time in 2009, the world was given its teenage darling couple: Taylor Squared. Taylor Swift met, dated, and broke up with Taylor Lautner all in a five month span. This gorgeous couple and wholesome relationship inspired at least one of Taylor Swift's songs, as well as memes, stories, and public moments that have permeated their way into pop culture forever. Let's talk about it!

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31. Ranking Taylor's Albums ft. The Girls at Home! Feb 02, 2023

The Swiftie community is an amazing place to make friends, and we want to introduce you all to two of ours! Meet 'The Girls at Home'! TGAH is made up of Sarah & Cara, two passionate fans who run their own YouTube channel talking about all things Taylor. Today, Podcasters meet YouTubers in the middle as we compare and contrast our album rankings. Join us, judge us, rank with us- this is a fun one!

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30. Let's Talk FEARLESS (OG, TV, & more!) Jan 26, 2023

In 2008, Taylor released 'Fearless'...and then she did it again in 2021! In today's episode, hear your hosts chat about all things Fearless, including the differences between the original and recorded albums, critical reception, the songs, and the cultural impacts. We don't know how it gets better than this!

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29. The Muses: Calvin Harris Jan 18, 2023

Welcome back for Season 2 of Taylearning! Today, your hosts are chatting about Taylor's longest romantic relationship prior to Joe Alwyn- Calvin Harris. The pair "officially" dated from March of 2015 - June of 2016, so why aren't there more songs about him? Where was Taylor on April 29th? Why did they split? We answer all of these questions and more in this hefty season premiere episode.

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28. In My Heart is a 'Christmas Tree Farm' Dec 24, 2022

Happy Holidays, Taylisteners! In this bonus episode, hear your hosts chat about Taylor's Christmas-themed jam, 'Christmas Tree Farm.' Taylor wrote, recorded, and released this song during the holiday season of 2019 (firmly in the Lover era), so it's no surprise this song is full of nostalgia, romance, and stunning imagery. This fun episode also acts as the Season One Finale- we will see you again in January of 2023!

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27. Breaking Down Bejeweled: A Music Video Analysis Dec 21, 2022

Taylor herself said that this music video was so chock full of Easter Eggs that they had a whole PDF to track them. Obviously, this meant that Dani & Olivia needed to break down the video scene by scene to find them all! Follow along as your hosts dissect this quirky music video in this penultimate episode of Taylearning Season 1.

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26. Fantasy Football (Taylor's Version) - Round 1: Midnights Dec 07, 2022

Who are you picking first in your Midnights Fantasy Football draft? Join your hosts in this week's fun episode as they draft their "teams" using all 21 songs from Midnights. Listen and draft along, judge the selections, and vote for your favorite team on Instagram!

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25. You Won't Remember All My 'Champagne Problems' Nov 30, 2022

Happy Evermore season! In this week's episode, Olivia & Dani revisit the Song Analysis series to chat about one of the most beloved songs on Evermore- 'Champagne Problems'. This song, which is about a rejected marriage proposal, immediately struck a chord with fans and critics alike. Additionally, it is full of double (sometimes triple) meanings, metaphors, and heartbreaking, top tier lyricism. Kick off your December by hearing the Taylearning team break it all down!

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24. The Muses: Jake Gyllenhaal Nov 23, 2022

Hey Jake- just between us, did the love affair maim you too? Jake Gyllenhaal and Taylor Swift dated for 3-ish months at the end of 2010, and the breakup led to the creation of what Rolling Stone thinks is Taylor's best album of all time: Red. In this installment of 'The Muses' series, Olivia & Dani unpack the wild and short lived relationship that led to some of Taylor's most emotional songs to date, as well as the aftermath of the relationship that changed the world's opinion of Jake Gyllenhaal forevermore.

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23. Choose Your Fighter: Speak Now TV vs. 1989 TV Nov 16, 2022

Place your bets: is Speak Now or 1989 going to be the next album to join the Taylor's Version squad? Taylor loves to lead us on in multiple directions to keep what's coming next a surprise, but after a year of teasing, we still don't know which of these two iconic albums is up on the roster. In this debate-style episode, hear Olivia argue for 1989 and Dani argue for Speak Now, duking it out and laying the many Easter Eggs on the table.

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22. TSTourTips x Taylearning: Preparing for 'The Eras Tour' Nov 08, 2022

Today we are joined by a very special guest- Autumn from the viral TSTourTips! In this episode, we ask Autumn - a longtime Swiftie with exponential knowledge about Taylor's tours - questions everyone has on their mind leading up to 'The Eras Tour' ticket sale. How much will this cost? What are the best sections? How do you increase your chances of meeting Taylor? All of these questions (and many more!) are answered in this jam packed collaboration episode.

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An extremely warm thank you to Autumn! You've helped hundreds of Swifties enhance their concert experience, and you are currently helping thousands more people prepare for this upcoming tour. Taylisteners, be sure to follow Autumn on IG, TikTok, and Twitter- @TSTourTips!

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21. Our Officially Unofficial Midnights Rankings Nov 02, 2022

It's been almost two weeks since 'Midnights' was released, which means there has been a bit of time to marinate with the album and give it a proper review. Naturally, this means that it is time for Olivia & Dani to share their [current] song rankings! A lot has changed from their first listen to now, so join in as they chat about each song's ranking placement, most notable lyrics, and which of the other albums each song would end up on in an alternate reality.

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20. Midnights Album Review: First Impression Version Oct 27, 2022

Everyone has opinions on 'Midnights', and we at Taylearning are no exception. While Olivia & Dani both agree that they need time to marinate with the album more before officially ranking the songs and scoring the album, they are here today to bring you their initial feelings and analyses on TS10...and there are a lot of them!

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19. Tipsy Swifties: We Want Your MIDNIGHTS, Taylor! Oct 19, 2022

Grab your favorite drink- it's time for the debut of the Tipsy Swifties! In this [drunk] episode, Olivia & Dani play a drinking game using previous Taylor lyrics, and they discuss what they think each song on 'Midnights' will sound like. Hear your hosts get increasingly inebriated and passionate as they chat theories, past Taylor songs, and their hopes for TS10.

-Taylearning: A Taylor Swift Podcast does not condone binge drinking and encourages all listeners to always imbibe responsibly-

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18. She Was Born in '1989': A World Tour Review Oct 12, 2022

"Polished pop perfection" was achieved in 2015 when Taylor Swift embarked on her award-winning 1989 World Tour. This tour - which can be viewed in full on YouTube - was two hours of some of Taylor's best vocals to date, insane choreography, and some incredibly hype energy. Hear your hosts chat through the entire tour, song by song and clip by clip, and pretend you are actually in the audience with us!
Link to tour video, to follow along! : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5JLMp08GC0

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17. Clownelia Street: Taylor's Habit of (Easter) Egging Us On Oct 05, 2022

There are three types of Swifties: those who theorize, those who watch the theories, and those who ignore them. Which one are you? In this opinionated episode, Olivia & Dani chat about the lengthy history and impact of Taylor's famous Easter Egg marketing/fan communication strategy. She constantly has us clowning, and some Easter eggs are much more substantial than others. Join the conversation, including criticisms and praises of the constant theories and Easter eggs!

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16. The Muses: John Mayer Sep 28, 2022

For a three month relationship when Taylor Swift was 19, there sure is a lot to unpack in this episode! John Mayer, the inspiration behind 'Dear John' (among other 'Speak Now' tracks), has a troubled past. In this episode, Olivia & Dani tear apart how that troubled past directly influenced a young Taylor.

Content warning: In reporting statements Mayer has made, this episode contains graphic sexual content, as well as strong racial content. Listener discretion is advised.

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15b. The Rise of a Snake - Part 2 Sep 21, 2022

This is it: Taylor Swift's 'Cruel Summer' took place in 2016 when the world turned against her. #TaylorSwiftIsOverParty is the number one trend in the world. Her public allies are few and far between. So what does she do? She channels it all into writing and performing her most vengeful (and most romantic) album yet: Reputation. In this 'part two' episode, hear Olivia & Dani talk about the Taylor vs. Kimye drama and the art it created, covering years 2016-2022.

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15a. The Rise of a Snake - Part 1 Sep 21, 2022

Kanye West interrupting Taylor Swift during her acceptance speech at the 2009 VMAs is perhaps the biggest pop culture moment of the late aughts. This moment kickstarted the wild and volatile relationship between the two, and the repercussions have been good, bad, and ugly! This episode - part one of two - covers the crazy interactions between the two from 2009 to 2015, preparing you for the fallout that would ensue it 2016.

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14. All Too Well: The Short Film: The Analysis Sep 07, 2022

No surprise here: the 'All Too Well Short Film' won the highly coveted Video of the Year award at this year's VMAs! As we near the official end of the Red Taylor's Version Era to move into the Midnights Era, it seems like a good time to break down the short film. In this jam-packed episode, Olivia & Dani talk the music video scenes, dialogue, Easter eggs, behind the scenes, critical responses, and more.

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13. BREAKING: Meet Me at Midnight??? Aug 31, 2022

What else could we possibly be talking about this week? On Sunday, August 28th, Taylor Swift announced TS10 - 'Midnights'! In our most packed episode yet, hear Olivia & Dani talk theories, conspiracies, concepts, and all things 'Midnights' as we eagerly await its release on October 21st.

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12. The Muses: Joe Jonas Aug 24, 2022

Where were you when you heard about the infamous 27 second breakup phone call between Taylor Swift & Joe Jonas? This ill-fated teenage romance rocked the world of pop culture during its rise and fall in 2008, and it inspired songs across three (3!) Taylor albums! In this fun episode, Olivia & Dani break down all of the details, from the break up songs to the 'Jonas Brother's Ex-Girlfriend Club' to where they are now.

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11. 'This Love' Came Back To Me: Song Analysis Aug 17, 2022

Perhaps one of the most underrated songs on 1989, 'This Love' is a pop-synth-indie ballad about an on again/off again relationship. Often criticized for its simple lyrics, this song is one of 1989's most emotional deep cuts, and one of the few songs from 1989 (Taylor's Version) to be released into the world! Join us as we talk it through, lyric by lyric, finding song parallels and hidden themes.

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10. Let's Talk RED (OG, TV, & more!) Aug 10, 2022

What do 2012 and 2021 have in common? They both saw the release of the 'Red' album! But in 2012, Taylor was a heartbroken 22-year-old fresh off a devastating relationship. In 2021, Taylor was a confident 31-year-old; so confident, in fact, that she released a 30 song rerecorded album! Listen as we chat through the differences in the albums, their themes, our opinions, and the songs (and hey, one of them is even ten minutes long).

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9. Now We Got Bad Blood: Katy Perry Aug 03, 2022

From friends to enemies to friends again, the saga of Taylor Swift vs. Katy Perry raged on for years. But would you believe this 'Bad Blood' all started with...backup dancers? Listen as we unpack one of the most well known music feuds of the 2010s, and trust us, there is a lot to unpack here!

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8. Remaining Relevant 104: Mirrorball Jul 27, 2022

In the final installment of the 'Remaining Relevant' series (for now!), Olivia & Dani go line by line through 'Mirrorball' from the 2020 Grammy Album of the Year, 'Folklore.' Why does Taylor keep calling herself a mirrorball, and what exactly does that even mean? The answers, as always, are in the lyrics- and in the spaces between them.

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7. The Muses: Harry Styles Jul 14, 2022

Who was the primary inspiration behind the Grammy winning '1989' album? Olivia & Dani argue that the muse for the songs was none other than Harry Styles. Taylor Swift dated Harry for a few months in 2012, but this catchy album indicates that they had an on again/off again affair that inspired some of the greatest songs of the 2010s. Hear your hosts break it all down as they kick off 'The Muses' series!

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6. Remaining Relevant 103: Nothing New Jul 08, 2022

How can a person know everything at 18 but nothing at 22? This question is raised throughout the song 'Nothing New,' a folk pop song written by Taylor in 2012 and released in 2021. In this beautiful collaboration with Phoebe Bridgers, we hear confessions of a girl afraid that the world will move on from her since she is no longer a fresh face in the music scene. Olivia & Dani unbox the song line by line in this third installment of the 'Remaining Relevant' series.

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5. Rep FOMO: Our Personal Swiftie Journeys Jun 29, 2022

Olivia & Dani met in 2020 only weeks before 'Folklore' blessed our ears. That leaves a LOT of history in the Taylorverse that needs covered to figure out how we got here! In this episode, listen to your hosts break down their personal histories with Taylor, how they met, and how we got from neither host listening to Reputation in 2017 to hosting a Taylor-themed podcast only 5 years later.

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4. Remaining Relevant 102: The Lucky One Jun 22, 2022

Everyone wants to be famous…right? In this episode, Olivia & Dani discuss ‘The Lucky One’, an often overlooked song from the Red album in where Taylor confesses her anxieties about being at her level of fame and her deeply rooted desire to retire from the hot spotlight.

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3. All About the Album Openers Jun 15, 2022

Most everything Taylor Swift does is intentional, and that includes what song she chooses to open her albums with. In this fun, music clip filled episode, Olivia & Dani chat about each opening track, including rating them, ranking them, and making their own 'Track 1' selections.

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2. Remaining Relevant 101: Long Live Jun 08, 2022

Taylor Swift has shown us she is anxious about staying relevant, and the proof is in the music. In 2010, Taylor Swift closed her 'Speak Now' album with an anthem in 'Long Live.' On the surface, it is a fun song to dance to. But if you listen to the lyrics, you hear a confession from a 20-year-old who thinks her career has already peaked. In this episode, Olivia & Dani break down the first of several songs where Taylor shares her concerns about continuing to stay at the forefront of the world of music and culture.

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1b. The Masters Controversy - Part 2 Jun 01, 2022

Now we know the why of it all, but what about the impact? In this episode, Olivia & Dani discuss the effects of Taylor taking back her Masters, the criticism, the support, and the results.

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1a. The Masters Controversy - Part 1 Jun 01, 2022

Most people know that Taylor Swift is re-recording her first 6 albums, but do you know why? In this episode, Olivia & Dani tackle Taylor's controversial decision to reclaim her music - on her terms.

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