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AP Taylor SwiftE96: Cruel Summer, August, hits different: Taylor Swift Summer Songs Breakdown"Freedom felt like summer then on the coast." What happens when we explore Taylor Swift's music through the lens of summer? In this episode, we explore how summer functions both as a setting and a symbol in Taylor's songwriting. From the cruel intensity of forbidden love to nostalgic August romances and the catastrophic blues of heartbreak, we explore how Taylor uses summer to capture everything from youthful freedom to emotional devastation. Join us as we discuss "Cruel Summer," "august," and "Hits Different" to uncover why summer hits different in Taylor's discography.
Subscribe to get new episode updates...2025-08-0640 minAP Taylor SwiftMastermind in the Museum: Taylor Swift & Women Who Paint“You set up a paint set in the kitchen and you’re talking to me” What happens when we view Taylor Swift’s music through the lens of other female artists, particularly painters? In this Summer favorite repeat, we explore the work of three iconic women in art and connect their paintings to Taylor Swift’s songs. From the intimacy of motherhood in Mary Cassatt’s work, to the surrealism of Remedios Varo, to the medieval renderings of Hildegard von Bingen, we discuss how these themes appear in both art and Taylor’s songwriting. Listen to hear how artist reframes famil...2025-07-2342 minAP Taylor SwiftE95: Is "Don't Blame Me" Taylor's Most Unhinged Love Song? (Deep Dive)"Don't blame me, love made me crazy. If it doesn't, you ain't doing it right." This week, we're deep diving into "Don't Blame Me" from the reputation album. We explore the song's gospel influences, religious imagery, and transformation themes as we analyze Taylor's most unhinged declaration of love. From poison ivy to daisies, from halos to falling from grace, join us as we unpack this intoxicating Taylor Swift tale of desire, addiction, and spiritual transcendence.
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...2025-07-1653 minAP Taylor SwiftE94: Frankenstein - When Taylor Swift Meets Gothic Literature and Scientific Ambition“I don’t trust nobody and nobody trusts me.” In this episode, we're diving into one of literature's most enduring classics: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. From Victor's scientific ambition to the creature's desperate search for companionship, we explore how Taylor's lyrics illuminate the Gothic themes of isolation, creation, and the consequences of playing God. Join us as we examine "Don't Blame Me," "Look What You Made Me Do," and "False God" through the lens of literature's first science fiction novel—and discover why this 1818 masterpiece feels more relevant than ever in our age of artificial intelligence.
Subscribe to get new e...2025-07-0939 minAP Taylor SwiftE92: Revenge Narratives in Taylor Swift's Songwriting"I haven't decided yet, but I'mgonnagetyouback." From ancient Greek epics to Mean Girls, revenge has evolved dramatically in literature, and Taylor Swift's discography is no exception. This week on AP Taylor Swift, we explore how Taylor serves revenge with a smile, examining the sweet saccharine fantasy of "Speak Now," the cutting indifference of "I Forgot That You Existed," and the delicious ambiguity of "I'm Gonna Get You Back." Whether it's ruining a wedding or simply moving on, we dive into how revenge fantasies reveal character, power dynamics, and the satisfying evolution from teenage retaliation to adult agency. Because sometimes...2025-06-1841 minAP Taylor SwiftBonus: And Then It Was Bought By Her: Taylor Swift Owns Her Masters“The best things that have ever been mine… finally actually are.” It’s Taylor Independence Day! In this special bonus episode, we, your hosts of AP Taylor Swift, discuss the (surprisingly emotional) breaking news of Taylor Swift's acquisition of her original masters. We share our first reactions and the significance of this moment in Taylor's career, and then (in true AP Taylor Swift style) dive into the rhetoric of Taylor's letter announcing the news, analyzing her personal style and the deeper meanings behind her words. We take a second to touch on Taylor’s humor and then get to the big ne...2025-05-3133 minAP Taylor SwiftE90: The Art of Taylor Swift’s Storytelling: Narratology Explained“Once the flight had flown…” Taylor Swift is a master storyteller, but how does she tell those stories? In this week’s Show & Tell episode, we’re talking all about Narratology. We break down the structure behind the storytelling, unpacking flashbacks, fast forwards, stream of consciousness, and first-person limited narration through three brilliant Swift tracks. From fairy tale distortion in “Is It Over Now?”, a murder mystery arc in “No Body, No Crime,” to the heart-tugging Bildungsroman of “You’re On Your Own, Kid,” this episode explores the how behind the heartbreaks, twists, and self-discoveries. Whether you're into literary theory, folklore, or jus...2025-05-2144 minAP Taylor SwiftE88: Dance in a storm: From 'Fearless' Rain to ‘Florida!!!’ Hurricanes, Weather as a Literary Device in Taylor Swift’s music“He was sunshine, I was midnight rain.” Dive into how Taylor Swift masterfully uses weather imagery - from romantic rain in 'Fearless' to metaphorical storms in 'Midnight Rain' and destructive hurricanes in 'Florida!!!' (feat. Florence Welch). Join us for an exploration of meteorological metaphors in Swift's songwriting across different eras.
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Mentioned in this episode:
King Lear
The Great Gatsby
Wuthering Heights
E13: Metaphors (“Clean”)2025-05-0740 minAP Taylor SwiftE86: Under the Big Top — Taylor Swift and the Circus Metaphor“I was tame, I was gentle til the circus life made me mean.” This week on AP Taylor Swift, we delve into the recurring motif of the circus in Taylor Swift’s discography. From the tightropes of emotional vulnerability to the grand illusions of public persona, we analyze how Taylor employs circus imagery to convey themes of performance, control, and otherness.
This episode includes discussions on the historical exploitation within circus culture, including forced labor, racism, and animal cruelty. For more information, we recommend the article from the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the po...2025-04-2348 minAP Taylor SwiftE85: Karma Is My Boyfriend? Unpacking Taylor Swift's Song "Karma"“Me and Karma vibe like that.” This week on AP Taylor Swift Podcast we dive deep into “Karma” from Midnights and its surprising literary connections. Continuing from last week's exploration of Emily Dickinson, we unravel how Taylor Swift plays with themes of fate, justice, and reincarnation in this song. We analyze the song's vivid metaphors, from keeping your side of the street clean to flexing like a goddamn acrobat—wait, but who’s flexing? Plus, we debate whether Taylor herself becomes karma by the song’s end and what that means for her storytelling.
Subscribe to get new episode upda...2025-04-1656 minAP Taylor SwiftE84: Is Emily Dickinson Taylor Swift’s Literary Twin? Comparing Emily Dickinson with Karma, Evermore & More“And I was catching my breath, barefoot in the wildest winter…” What happens when a 21st-century American poet meets a 19th-century one? In this Show & Tell episode, we explore the literary lineage between Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson—two iconic writers whose work spans centuries but shares unmistakable DNA (literally—did you know they might be distant cousins?!). From slant rhymes and stylized punctuation to themes of isolation, longing, and hope, we unpack the poetic parallels between Dickinson’s timeless verses and Taylor’s lyrics. In true Show & Tell fashion, each of us brings a favorite Dickinson poem paired with a Swift s...2025-04-0942 minAP Taylor SwiftE83: Taylor Swift Is Funnier Than You Think | "Thug Story," SNL, and Her Best Joke Songs“It’s a thug story tell me can you handle that” In honor of April Fool’s Day, we’re diving into Taylor Swift’s funniest, most unexpected performances — from self-parody and satire to flat-out absurdity. This week, we explore Thug Story (2008), her 2009 SNL monologue, “Monologue Song (La La La)”, and the 2021 SNL Three Sad Virgins sketch to understand how Swift uses humor to subvert expectations, reclaim her narrative, and show off her impeccable comedic timing.
Plus: why baking cookies is the running gag that won’t quit, what a “benign violation” is, and whether “Cats” was actually meant to be a comedy...2025-04-0235 min
Nothing New: A Taylor Swift PodcastNothing New: A Taylor Swift Podcast; The Very First NightWelcome to Nothing New: A Taylor Swift Podcast. In their first episode, Nicki & Andie give an intro on the origins of their ‘swifterhood’, chat about their individual journeys with T-Swift, and they answer the hardest question for an avid fan: If you had to pick ONE album to best represent your Taylor takes, which would it be and why? 2023-08-3125 min
Cork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 84: Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast - Hugh Davies, Schramsberg EstateOur guest this episode of the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast was born with a wineglass in his hand, and that is the truth you could say as Hugh was born in 1965, the same year that his parents, Jack and Jamie Davies, purchased the abandoned Schramsberg Estate in Calistoga. Hugh grew up among the vines, caves, tanks and barrels that make Schramsberg Vineyards what it is today: the premier producer of American sparkling wines. We had a great time sitting down talking wine with Hugh Davies and tasting the some Schramberg sparkling wines too.Thanks to Silvadore Brands...2023-04-2142 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 83: Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast - Avery Heeland, Winemaker, Larkmead WineryThis week, we venture to one of my favorite wineries ever. I love Larkmead and have been a huge fan since the first time I tried it 15 years ago. We are very fortunate to welcome Larkmead's winemaker, Avery Heeland. She joined the Larkmead Vineyards team in July 2019 after positions as Cellar Master at Screaming Eagle Vineyards in Napa, Vintage Assistant Winemaker Domaine Yves Boyer Martenot in Meursault, France, and as a Vintage Enologist at Capel Vale Winery in Western Australia. Heelan holds an M.S. in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry, with a specialization in Viticulture & Enology from the University o...2023-04-1335 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 82: Cork & Taylor WINE MADNESS FINALS - Keenan vs. EberleThe Winner is revealed for the Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and who is it? Maybe an upset alert in the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness as Keenan and Eberle battle it out. Thanks to all our partners including @SilvadoreBrands @flywithwine3933 @RiedelTheWineGlassCompany that are providing some awesome prizes! Follow all the action here, your favorite podcast provider and at challonge.com/corkandtaylorwinemadnessThanks to Silvadore Brands for partnering with the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast and being the official wine preserver or gas (Argon) provider.Go the link below to get your Silvadore Argon Gas Wine Pres...2023-04-0613 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 81: Cork & Taylor WINE MADNESS FINAL FOUR RESULTSThe Final Four results are here for the Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and who is moving onto the Finals. Maybe an upset alert in the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and thanks to all our partners including @SilvadoreBrands @flywithwine3933 @RiedelTheWineGlassCompany that are providing some awesome prizes! Follow all the action here, your favorite podcast provider and at challonge.com/corkandtaylorwinemadnessTONIGHT!!! Northeastern Ohio Wine Lovers join us for the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness Tasting were you can taste all 22 of the wines participating along with a number of others. Limited to 60 people and thi...2023-03-3009 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 80: Cork & Taylor Wine Madness GREAT 8 ResultsThe Great 8 results are here for the Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and who is moving onto the Final Four. Another upset and a few surprises in the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and thanks to all our partners including @SilvadoreBrands @flywithwine3933 @RiedelTheWineGlassCompany that are providing some awesome prizes! Follow all the action here, your favorite podcast provider and at challonge.com/corkandtaylorwinemadness Northeastern Ohio Wine Lovers join us for the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness Tasting were you can taste all 22 of the wines participating along with a number of others. Limited to 50 people and...2023-03-2816 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 79: Cork & Taylor Wine Madness SWEET 16The SWEET 16 is now complete of the Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and who is moving onto GREAT 8. Some upsets and a few surprises in the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and thanks to all our partners including Silvadore Brands, Fly With Wine, Riedel, Bromiolo Rocco and Coravin that are providing some awesome prizes! Follow all the action here, your favorite podcast provider and at challonge.com/corkandtaylorwinemadnessNortheastern Ohio Wine Lovers join us for the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness Tasting were you can taste all 22 of the wines participating along with a number of o...2023-03-2320 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 78: Cork & Taylor Wine Madness First Round ResultsFirst Round is now complete of the Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and who is moving onto the Sweet 16. Some upsets and a few surprises in the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness and thanks to all our partners including @SilvadoreBrands @flywithwine3933 @RiedelTheWineGlassCompany that are providing some awesome prizes! Follow all the action here, your favorite podcast provider and at challonge.com/corkandtaylorwinemadness Northeastern Ohio Wine Lovers join us for the 1st ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness Tasting were you can taste all 22 of the wines participating along with a number of others. Limited to 50 people and thi...2023-03-1620 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 77: Cork & Taylor Wine Madness with Master Sommelier, Larry O'BrienFriend and Master Somm, Larry O'Brien, joins us in the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast Studio to talk all things Wine Madness. Very interesting lively discussion and don't forget to enter the Wine Madness below to win some great prizes.ENTER YOUR FREE BRACKET ONLINE at the link below. Must be 21+ to enter and must be a Legal US Resident. Win Great Prizes from Coravin, Riedel, Fly With Wine, Silvadore Brands and some of the participating winerieschallonge.com/corkandtaylorwinemadnessThanks to Silvadore Brands for partnering with the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast and being...2023-03-0939 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastCORK AND TAYLOR WINE MADNESS TOURNAMENT BRACKETOLOGY1ST Ever Cork & Taylor Wine Madness Tournament where 22 former guests of the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast submit current vintage wines to win the illustrious Cork & Taylor Wine Madness Trophy. We have 8 #sommelier that will be blind tasting in a head to head format. Win you advance Lose your out. Enter A FREE ONLINE BRACKET to win some great wine prizes from the different wineries, Coravin, Fly With Wine, Bormioli Rocco and Silvadore Brands.ENTER YOUR FREE BRACKET ONLINE at the link below. Must be 21+ to enter and must be a Legal US Resident.challonge.com...2023-03-0126 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 70: 10 Most Memorable Wines of the Cork & Taylor Wine PodcastFirst episode of the 2023 Wine Podcast season and Luke talks about his top 10 most memorable wines of 2023. No specific ranking but all left a lasting impression just like there long lingering finishes. Going to be a great year and we continue to uncork the lighter side of wine!Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Please please It only takes a few minutes and helps me/the show grow. The more subscribers, reviews and rates helps us to get discovered! Also, follow us on our Facebook @corkandtaylor and Instagram accounts @corkandtaylorpodcast.Also, Please consider supporting t...2023-01-1925 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 37: Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast - Michael Wangbickler, Balzac Communications/Hit The Bottle PodcastNew Year New Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast as Balzac Communications President and fellow Wine Podcaster Michael Wangbickler join us. We talk wine, wine tastings with dogs, the Union Grands Cru Bordeaux which unfortunately was postponed until June but really great stuff. Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Also, follow us on our Facebook @corkandtaylor and Instagram accounts @corkandtaylorpodcast.https://balzac.com/ - The Leading Wine PR and Marketing Agencyhttp://htbpodcast.com/ - Hit the Bottle PodcastAlso, Please consider supporting the show as it would be appreciated. This helps me offset expenses to...2022-01-1343 minCork & Taylor Wine PodcastEpisode 20: Luke Taylor, Host, Cork and Taylor Wine PodcastWe are excited to be back in the studio with a new season and some great guests! Your host, Luke Taylor, gives an overview of what is happening in the Cork & Taylor Wine Podcast world while recapping an awesome trip all around California to get some new podcasts. It is going to be great and don't forget to Subscribe, Rate and Review! Also, follow us on our Facebook @corkandtaylor and Instagram accounts @corkandtaylorpodcast.Also, if would consider supporting the show it would be appreciate it as it helps offset our expenses to continue to run and grow...2021-03-1721 min
Ready For It...A Taylor Swift PodcastReady For It...A Taylor Swift Podcast - TrailerCOMING MARCH 1, 2021! Listen along with Bailey, Chandler, Lizzie, and Rebecca as they discuss the discography of Taylor Swift, from Tim McGraw to it's time to go!2021-02-1100 min
Cork & Taylor Wine PodcastCork & Taylor Wine Podcast PromoGet ready for the newest and most exciting wine podcast launching on June 1st. Each week, the Cork & Taylor wine podcast uncorks the lighter side of wine with some of the most intriguing people in the wine industry. So grab a glass, lets drink some wine and talk some shit!2020-05-1701 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastEasily OVERCOME Your STRESS & ANXIETY By Removing This 1 Thing | Taylor Discipline Podcast #225In this podcast: the constant state of anxiety and stress that you have become familiar with is unnatural. Learn a powerful lifestyle framework that can help you to protect your psychology & physiology from the demands and inevitable hardships life presents.
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"The more you learn about the what and the why, the easier and more effective the how becomes."
- Joe Dispenza2018-06-2908 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastHow You Are Increasing Your Potential for Failure | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #224In this podcast: how this one common tendency prevents you from accomplishing your goals and how you can get rid of it.
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"The glory is not in starting something new, as much as it is in making what you've already started work."
- Alexa Taylor2018-06-1609 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastSocial Media Addiction & Your Mental Demise | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #223In this podcast: how you can stop letting social media use you, but instead, create fixed rules and routines around it. Attention must always be directed and budgeted. Rules and timing things matters. Do not rely on your biology—it cannot be relied on. Discoveries in neuroscience have shown that you get pleasure from potentiality and not actuality. Social media companies know this, and they construct their platforms in a way that encourages compulsive behavior. Potentiality in social media show up as likes, comments, notifications, live streams, etc. Make sure you have rules around when and how long you use it...2018-06-0609 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastYou Get Paid Twice For Doing The Work...?? | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #222In this podcast: I discuss a quote I heard the other day, and why I think its incredibly powerful. The quote was: "You Get Paid Twice For Doing The Work" What do you think about when you hear that? I think this quote can increase confidence and enthusiasm on your goal pursuit.
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"The attitude must precede the accomplishment."
- Earl Nightingale2018-05-3006 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastHow Setting Parameters Will Reduce Your Stress | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #221In this podcast: Parameters are measurable factors that define the conditions under which a thing operates.The power of having parameters set on your behavior is incredible. There is a common misconception that rules and boundaries are a bad thing; according to psychology, that's completely false...Rules (i.e. parameters) provide more freedom and certainty. It is certainty that tends to bring joy to life. I explain further in today's podcast.
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"Freedom is adherence to self formulated rules."
- Aristotle2018-05-2406 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastBeware of People Who Are Willing To Sacrifice Their Dignity For You | Taylor Discipline Podcast #220In this podcast: why you should avoid people who are overly willing to sacrifice themselves for you in your relationship.
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“It is not inequality which is the real misfortune, it is dependence.” ― Voltaire2018-05-1606 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastUsing Pride Strategically for Better Perseverance | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #219In this podcast: How you can protect your identity and as a result learn to persevere in the face of obstacles and push-back.
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RESEARCH REFERENCED:
Eyes on the Prize: The Preference to Invest Resources in Goals Over Means:
http://faculty.chicagobooth.edu/ayelet.fishbach/research/Investing%20in%20Goals.pdf
The process is about doing the right things, right now. Not worrying about what might happen later, or the results, or the whole picture.
- Ryan Holiday2018-05-0308 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastMastering The Mundane / Cure Boredom | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #217In this podcast: why the key to success in life is to master sticking to things even when they at first feel mundane or boring. You can do this by creating novelty. I further in depth in this episode.
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“To be, in a word, unborable.... It is the key to modern life. If you are immune to boredom, there is literally nothing you cannot accomplish”
― David Foster Wallace2018-04-2807 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastRusting Out Over Wearing Out | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #216In this podcast: The importance of cultivating your identity to gain an advantage in your field, and why its more important to "rust out" versus "wear out" to cultivate resilience.
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"A man must exercise his will and improve it by labour so as to make it conformable to nature and free." - Epictetus2018-04-2710 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastWhy Struggle Is Necessary for You To Be Happy | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #215In this podcast: why its important to practice aversion regularly AND how it prepares you for larger aversive circumstances that life presents on its own terms.
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“If you want to overcome the whole world, overcome yourself.”
― Fyodor Dostoyevsky2018-04-1706 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastJordan B Peterson's 12 Rules For Life | RULE #2 | Self Care | Book Summary & Review | Podcast #214In this podcast: In this video: I summarize Jordan Peterson's 2nd rule for life from his book "The 12 Rules for Life"
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“He is prepared, each day, to confront his own self-sabotage.”
― Steven Pressfield2018-04-1203 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastJordan Peterson's 12 Rules For Life | RULE #1 | Embody Success | Book Summary & Review |Podcast #213In this podcast: In this video: I summarize Jordan Peterson's 1st rule for life from his book "The 12 Rules for Life"
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“The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion.”
― Albert Camus2018-04-1103 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastWhy Being Organized Before You Get Started Matters | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #212In this podcast: why its important to organize your tactics, strategies, and vision before you actually start pursuing your goals. How your identity is affected by a lack of preparation? The power of preparation in affecting your perception of control...
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“Faith strikes me as intellectual laziness.” ― Robert A. Heinlein2018-04-0506 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastThe Importance Of Accountability & Expectations Placed On You | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #211In this podcast: How being accountable to others and holding others accountable can accelerate your success. What is being held accountable all about? When are expectations constructive and when are they destructive? How do you cultivate relationships of accountability?
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“No man is more unhappy than he who never faces adversity. For he is not permitted to prove himself.” Seneca2018-04-0311 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastHow To Build An Unstoppable Identity | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #210In this podcast: we are so socially determined that there is so much power behind forming an identity. Identity has to do with your perception of yourself in relation to others. I talk about how to form an identity that is unconquerable and able to withstand all that life throws at it.
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“When the pressure is on, you don't rise to the occasion – you fall to your highest level of preparation.”
- Chris Voss2018-04-0208 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastIs There Such Thing As Normal?...Avoid This Pitfall...| The Taylor Discipline Podcast #209In this podcast: the dangers in thinking "normal" exists often prevents you from doing the things that would make life easier for you. You have to cultivate the habit of identifying when old philosophies and ways of operating no longer serve you....
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“If the abnormal goes on long enough it becomes the normal.” ― Terry Pratchett2018-03-2607 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastChanging Bad Habits Intro Constructive Ones | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #208In this podcast: the nature of habit and how to get rid of bad ones.
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The chains of habit are too weak to be felt until they are too strong to be broken. - Samuel Johnson2018-03-2307 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastIncongruency Is Toxic & Welcome Back | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #207In this podcast: the importance of being congruent with your values and your behaviors AND returning to podcasting.
"If you choose to rest comfortably in your ignorance and your refusal to observe things as they are, the accumulation of that ignorance will eventually burn you badly. "
- Alexa Taylor2018-03-2108 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastThe Death Of Happiness | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #206In this podcast: how one factor if not tamed will be the demise of your long term happiness.
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“Those who prefer their principles over their happiness, they refuse to be happy outside the conditions they seem to have attached to their happiness.”
― Albert Camus2018-01-0305 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastSo Good They Can't Ignore You | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #205In this podcast: a framework to apply to keep in mind in order to increase your sense of abundance and prosperity.
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"Any building is a temple if you make it so."
- Phil Knight2018-01-0204 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastThe Price of Uncertainty | Podcast #204In this podcast: why its important to control the number of things you are uncertain about that are regulars in your life.
"Our lack of selectivity leads to lack of clarity(certainty about life) which leads to anxiety and self-destruction."
- Alexa Taylor
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The Taylor Discipline PodcastShortcuts To Getting More Done In A Day | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #203In this podcast: how to accomplish more things in a day without feeling burned out.
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"Everything around you is mathematics. Everything around you is numbers."
- Shakuntala Devi2017-12-3107 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastHow Fasting Positively Affects My Productivity | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #202In this podcast: how I use fasting for better productivity.
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“My own mind is my own church.” - Thomas Paine2017-12-2905 min
The Taylor Discipline PodcastThe Key To Effective Visualization | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #201In this podcast: how to get the best results from visualization.
“What the eye doesn't see, the heart doesn't grieve over.”
― Aleister Crowley
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The Taylor Discipline PodcastHow To Handle Temptation | The Taylor Discipline Podcast #200In this podcast: what to do when you are feeling tempted to do something out of line with your goals.
"A grand strategist knows the value of preemptive action. "
- Robert Greene
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https://soundcloud.com/taylor-discipline/podcast-1822017-12-2605 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftOut Of The Woods Music Video - Episode 199 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to Death Of A Bachelor by Panic! At The DiscoEpisode 199 -
She lost him, but she found herself, and somehow, that was everything. In Episode 199 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor Swift’s most recent music video for her new single “Out of the Woods.” Before 1989 was released, Taylor said that “Out of the Woods” was representational of the entire album. It seems fitting then, that “Out of the Woods” would be released as Taylor’s last single off 1989… or is it? Let us know if you think Taylor will come out with anymore singles from the 1989 era. Meanwhile, enjoy the episode as we analyze the “Out...2016-02-0100 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftMine - Episode 198 - Taylor Talk Classic - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 198 -
You are (still) the best thing that’s ever been mine. In Episode 198 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we bring you a Taylor Talk Classic: the song analysis of “Mine.” We chose this episode in honor of Rachel. This past week, in Brisbane, Australia, Taylor Swift performed “Mine” on the b-stage in honor of a fan, Rachel, who was tragically killed in a car accident with her mother. This touching song about love that endures all is a Swifty favorite. Let us know what you think of the song. Enjoy the Taylor Talk flashback!2015-12-0700 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftGQ Cover - Episode 195 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 195 -
They just don’t make pop stars like Taylor Swift. In Episode 195 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we cover GQ Magazine’s “interrogation” of Taylor Swift. GQ’s journalist, Chuck Klosterman, holds nothing back when he asks Taylor the hardball questions about her songwriting, her fame, her public persona, and the most hitting, “Is thinking about [her] real life an essential part of appreciating [her] music?” Can Taylor Swift’s music be enjoyed if you know nothing about her? Can her songs stand alone without the megastar that is Taylor Swift behind them? The hosts give thei...2015-10-2600 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftThe Story Of Us - Episode 194 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- Swifties are also listening to "I Got The Boy" by Jana KramerEpisode 194 -
If Taylor Swift is taking a break, the story of us looks a lot like a tragedy now… This week, Taylor Swift slayed the fandom by telling NME, “I think I should take some time off. I think people might need a break from me.” Cue massive Swifty panic. However, in Episode 194, your hosts try to calm your fears. Taylor Swift usually takes a break after tours and before the next album, so this is normal. Right? What are your thoughts on Taylor Swift potentially taking a break? Share your thoughts by leaving us a comment...2015-10-1200 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftRyan Adams 1989 and Vanity Fair - Episode 193 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to House Party by Sam HuntEpisode 193 - Taylor Swift’s got the moves like Jagger. In Episode 193, your hosts Adam, Diane, and Steve recap Taylor Swift’s 1989 World Tour Nashville stop as well as discuss Taylor’s revealing interview with Vanity Fair. The interview highlights Taylor’s response to the Apple Music incident, a potential Kayne-Taylor collaboration, and whose careers Taylor most admires. In the interview, Taylor still maintains that 1989 is her most “sonically cohesive” album. What do you think? Do you think 1989 is sonically cohesive or do some songs stick out more than others? Leave your thoughts in the comments below. Happy listening!
...2015-09-2800 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftThe Taylor Swift Experience - A Walk Through The Grammy Museum - Episode 187 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- Swifties are also listening to Hurricane by Bridgit MendlerEpisode 187 - The GRAMMY Museum provides the ultimate Taylor Swift Experience. On Episode 187 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts, Adam and Diane, visit the very special Taylor Swift exhibit at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles, California. We know that not many Swifties will make it all the way to California to see this exhibit, so it is our goal this episode to make you feel like you were there! We discuss the pieces Taylor chose to include in the displays and the unique interactive activities at the exhibit. After listening to the episode and viewing t...2015-07-0600 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftTo Apple, Love Taylor - Episode 186 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 186 - When Taylor Swift speaks, Apple listens. Early on June 21st, Taylor Swift posted a letter on Tumblr asking Apple to reconsider its compensation structure during the 3 month free trial period for the upcoming Apple Music streaming service. During Apple Music’s 3 month free trial period, Apple said they would not pay the artist, a point Taylor Swift strongly disagreed with. However, by the power of Swift and concerned artists everywhere, APPLE AGREED TO CHANGE THEIR MODEL! This is a huge victory for Taylor and artists everywhere who deserve to be fairly compensated for their art.
But…. th...2015-06-2200 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftI Wish You Would - Episode 185 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- Swifties are also listening to Kelsea Ballerini & Fight Song by Rachel PlattenEpisode 185 - Taylor Talk gives you everything and nothing. Just kidding. We give you a new episode, of course! In Episode 185 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts delve into the narrative complexity that is “I Wish You Would.” Taylor Swift wrote this song with Jack Antonoff, and they were inspired by the John Hughes movies of the 1980s. Which movie does this song remind you of? What’s your favorite lyric in the song? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Enjoy the episode!
Highlights from Episode 185 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podc...2015-06-0800 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftEnchanted - Episode 182 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to Stone Walls by We The KingsEpisode 182 - We’re sure the 1989 Tour is flawless, but we don’t know yet. Don’t worry — Episode 182 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast is spoiler free! We want to hold off having a tour discussion until after we have seen the show, so in the meantime, enjoy a song analysis of “Enchanted.” Taylor writes a lot of songs about love, and in “Enchanted,” Taylor writes about having a crush on someone but not doing anything about it. I’m sure we can all relate. Enjoy the episode, enjoy the puns, and be sure to share your thoughts with us! Ha...2015-05-1100 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftGod Bless Andrea Swift - The Best Day - Episode 180 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 180 - God Bless, Andrea Swift. This one’s for you. Episode 180 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast is dedicated to Mama Swift. Since Taylor announced this week that her mom had been diagnosed with cancer, we wanted to use this episode to honor Andrea.
We discuss “The Best Day,” the heartfelt song Taylor wrote for her mom back in 2007 as a Christmas surprise. What do you think of the song? Does it remind you of your childhood? We also want to encourage you, as the Swift family does, to have all to have your loved ones che...2015-04-1300 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftLong Live Every Era of Taylor! - Episode 179 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 179 - Bring on all the pretenders, we’re not afraid. In Episode 179 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we’re joined by our good friend, Agustin from theswiftagency.com, to discuss “Long Live,” one of Taylor Swift’s most powerful anthems. This song is both a celebration for her team and her fans. Our throwback to the Speak Now era comes at a perfect time too, because although Taylor is now a self-proclaimed pop artist, country music organizations, like the ACMs, keep honoring her with awards! It just goes to show that Taylor Swift left a strong legacy behind...2015-03-3000 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftYou Are In Love - Episode 176 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - If this was a movie... 50 Shades Of Grey, Indiana Jones, 101 DalmatiansEpisode 176 - One night, he wakes. Strange look on his face. Pauses. Then says, “Have you listened to Taylor Talk? In Episode 176 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss the song that every Swifty wants played at their wedding, “You Are In Love.” Taylor Swift channeled her friends, Jack Antonoff and Lena Dunham’s relationship to describe what real, true love looks like. Taylor says that this song “sounds like love to her.” What do you think? When you think of the concept of love, does this song match up? Let us know your thoughts. Enjoy!
Also: We were...2015-03-0900 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftNew Romantics - Episode 175 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast --- Swifties are also listening to Love Me Like You Mean It by Kelsea BalleriniEpisode 175 - Every day is like a battle, but every episode with us is like a dream. Here at Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we consider ourselves part of the “New Romantics” squad. What does the phrase “New Romantics” mean exactly? Who are these people and why are they singing heartbreak as their national anthem so proudly? Listen up to Episode 175 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast as we review the song that sums up the whole 1989 album. What do you think of “New Romantics”? Feel free to share your thoughts. Happy listening!
Also: We were nominated for B...2015-03-0200 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftStyle Memorie, Vogue Cover with Karlie Kloss - Episode 174 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to Ghost by Ella HendersonEpisode 174 - Taylor Swift and Karlie Kloss never go out of style. In Episode 174 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss the Vogue feature on one of our favorite female friendships: Taylor Swift and Karlie Kloss! The pair talked about how “normal” they are and competed in a hilarious Vogue competition to determine who is the best best friend. We also discuss the #StyleMemories and consider how the “Style” music video would be different if those clips had been included. What was your favorite news story from this week? Let us know in the comments below. Enjoy the show!2015-02-2300 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftI Know Places We Can Hiiddddeee - Episode 172 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 172 - I know places you can listen to Taylor Talk…Episode 172 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast is all about one of Taylor’s coolest sounding tracks on 1989, “I Know Places.” Taylor wrote this song about elements that try to ruin a love (ex. friends, media, paparazzi, etc.), but the “foxes” escape the “hunters” in the end. What do you think of the song? What would the music video for “I Know Places” look like if you could direct it? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Enjoy the show!
Highlights from Episode 172 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast2015-02-0900 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftThis Love - Episode 168 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast --- Swifties are also listening to Dream Your Life Away by Vance JoyEpisode 168 - Your iPod is glowing in the dark… playing this episode of Taylor Talk! In Episode 168 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss the only song Taylor Swift wrote by herself on 1989, a song called “This Love.” Taylor said “This Love” is about a time when she had to cut someone loose when she didn’t want to, but they came back. What’s your opinion on “This Love”? Do you think Taylor will play it on tour? Let us know what you think of the episode. Happy listening!
Highlights from Episode 168 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podca...2015-01-1200 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor Swift13 Moments of 2014 - Episode 166 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 166 - This just in: magazines are calling 2014 “The Year of the Swift,” but we already knew that. In Episode 166 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, our year in review episode, your hosts delve into what they believe were Taylor Swift’s top 13 moments of 2014. From finishing up the international RED Tour to selling more 1989 albums than anyone predicted, Taylor Swift has dominated the music scene in 2014. We discuss a bunch of Taylor’s biggest accomplishments this year, but let us know what your favorite was! We’d love to hear from you. Happy listening!
Highlights from Episode 1...2014-12-2900 minTaylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftVictoria's Secret, Jingle Ball, Billboard Woman of the Year - Episode 164 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to Bones by Alex GEpisode 164 - HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY TAYLOR SWIFT! This week has been another crazy week of Taylor Swift news, from fashion shows to jingle balls to 25th birthday extravaganza! In Episode 164 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts discuss all the Victoria’s Secret Fashion, Z100’s Jingle Ball in NYC, and Billboard’s Woman of the Year luncheon. What was your favorite event this week? Let us know, and enjoy the show!
Highlights from Episode 164 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: Taylor News – Victoria’s Secret & Jingle Ball– What did you all think of T...2014-12-1500 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftWhat's Going On, Taylor Swift? - Episode 163 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast ---- Swifties are also listening to The Hanging Tree by James Newton Howard & Jennifer LawrenceEpisode 163 -- Who else has won Billboard Woman of the Year TWICE? No one, just Tay. In Episode 163 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss all the latest goings-on in Taylor’s life, from the Jingle Ball in Los Angeles and London, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, her Grammy nominations, and Taylor’s Woman of the Year interview with Billboard. What do you think of Taylor’s recent accomplishments? They keep racking up! Enjoy the episode!
Highlights from Episode 163 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: Taylor News – Billboard to Jingle Ball– Scott...2014-12-0800 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftTaylor Swift through Fearless - Episode 154 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to Budapest by George EzraIn this moment now, capture it, remember it… With the upcoming release of the 1989 album, we’ve decided to take you right back to the beginning. In Episode 154 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we reminisce on the first two Taylor Swift eras, Taylor Swift andFearless. What were your favorite moments from these eras? We hope you enjoy this episode and grab some tissues if you’re feeling nostalgic. Happy listening!
Highlights from Episode 154 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: Taylor Swift Through Fearless– It’s crazy to thin...2014-10-0600 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftI'd Lie - Episode 153 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- Swifties are also listening to Little Black Dress by Sara BareillesEpisode 153 - We’d be lying if we said we didn’t wish Taylor had put “I’d Lie” on an album! In Episode 153 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss a song from Taylor’s early days, “I’d Lie.” Taylor wrote this song of unrequited love for a high school talent show and never included it on an album. Although it’s technically unreleased, Taylor did perform it at a Billboard event, so it’s fair game for discussion! Please let us know what you think of “I’d Lie.” Happy listening!
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Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftiHeart Taylor - Episode 152 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to Bleachers (Jack Antonoff's band)Episode 152 - Since we heart Taylor Swift, we’re talking about iHeartRadio! In Episode 152 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor’s incredible 2014 iHeartRadio performance! She performed her top pop songs, including “Shake It Off” and a special remix of “Love Story.” What did y’all think of the show? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Happy listening!
Highlights from Episode 152 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: Taylor Swift’s iHeartRadio Performance– Taylor opened the iHeartRadio weekend with a hilarious secret agent-esque video– What did you think of Taylor...2014-09-2200 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftMore 1989 Tracks + Taylor Curses?? What?? - Episode 151 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to Boys by Sky FerreiraEpisode 151 - REAL TALK, Swifties. In Episode 151 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Rolling Stone’s follow-up to Taylor’s cover story, “22 Things You Learn Hanging Out With Taylor Swift.” Not only does this article give us some insight on Taylor’s personality and beliefs, it also gives us two (3?) new song titles! Your hosts — Adam, Diane, and Sami — note our favorite parts of the article and theorize about what Taylor’s new songs could be about. What do you think? Feel free to share your thoughts. Enjoy the show!
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Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftBetter Than Revenge - Episode 150 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties are also listening to Work Day by HozierEpisode 150 - We’re better known for the things that we do on…. the podcast! In Episode 150 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss one of Taylor Swift’s most in-your-face songs, “Better Than Revenge.” Taylor wrote this at an age when she still believed that a girl could steal her boyfriend, but in light of her recent feminist admission, she’s changed her tune. What do you guys think of “Better Than Revenge”? Did your thoughts change after you listened to our feminist discussion on Episode 149? Feel free to share your thoughts. Enjoy the episode!
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Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftThe Feminist In Taylor - Episode 149 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- Swifties Are Also Listening To Amnesia by 5 Seconds of SummerEpisode 149 - Taylor Swift has come out of the closet… as a feminist! In Episode 149 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor’s recent admission that she’s been a feminist all along; she just didn’t know it. Our good friend, Kate, @hipstertswift, a passionate feminist, joins us to discuss what feminism is and what it means for Taylor Swift. We hope you enjoy the show. Feel free to share your thoughts! Happy listening :-)
Highlights from Episode 149 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: Taylor Swif...2014-09-0100 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftBehind The Scenes - Shake It Off Music Video - Episode 148 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 148 - Hey, hey, hey, we just can’t shake off “Shake It Off”! In Episode 148 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, special guest, Ashley, takes us all behind the scenes of the "Shake It Off" music video -- A place where no Swifty has gone before!! The team also takes a look at Taylor's first ever LIVE PERFORMANCE of "Shake It Off" from the MTV Video Music Awards!!
Highlights from Episode 148 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: Behind The Scenes of the "Shake It Off" Music video AND...2014-08-2500 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftJump Then Fall - Episode 145 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties Are Listening to "Chasing The Sun" by Hilary DuffEpisode 145 - Prepare to jump then fall into this episode of Taylor Talk! In Episode 145 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss one of Taylor’s cutest, feel-good songs: “Jump Then Fall!” Although it’s a relatively straight forward song, we still dig deep into the song’s complexities and Taylor’s writing style. We hope you enjoy the episode. Happy listening!
Highlights from Episode 145 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion – “Jump Then Fall” Song Analysis
- You may think the theme of this song is simple, but...2014-08-0400 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftMore Album 5 Stuff, Really?! - Episode 143 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- Swifties Are Listening To: "Girl In A Country Song" by Maddie & TaeEpisode 143 - It’s a love story… baby just say yes to Album Five theories! In Episode 143 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss more album five theories courtesy of an article on Zimbio. We discuss song topics from cats to Emma Stone to what it’s like to be boyfriend-less. We hope this episode makes you smile (it made us smile, especially through the randomness that makes recording live fun). Happy listening!
Highlights from Episode 143 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion – More Album Five Discussion? Yes. Yes...2014-07-2100 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftThe Future of Music According to Taylor Swift - Episode 142 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Swifties Are Listening To "Not In That Way" by Sam SmithEpisode 142 - Join us as we discuss Taylor’s biggest news this month! Although it’s not an album five announcement, Taylor Swift has now been published in the Wall Street Journal! In Episode 142 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts talk about the WSJ entitled “For Taylor Swift, the Future of Music is a Love Story.” It’s a wonderful piece, full of great “nuggets” of industry insider information. Feel free to share your thoughts on the article, and enjoy the episode!
Highlights from Episode 142 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast...2014-07-1400 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftInvisible aka You Belong With Me 1.0 - Episode 139 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- Swifties are also listening to X, Multiply, a new album from Ed SheeranEpisode 139 - I just want to open your eyes and make you realize… a new episode of Taylor Talk is out! In Episode 139 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts discuss “Invisible,” Taylor’s beautiful ballad of unrequited love. We also talk about cooking with Barefoot Contessa, Taylor’s new kitten, and touch on Ed Sheeran’s new album. Enjoy the episode!
Highlights from Episode 139 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion – “Invisible” Song Analysis:
- We flash back to a song from Taylor’s high school days, “In...2014-06-2300 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftThe Outside - Episode 137 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Black Roses - Clare Bowen - Nashville CastEpisode 137 - As bad as it sounds, we’re happy Taylor Swift didn’t have friends in middle school. In Episode 137 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss one of the first songs Taylor ever wrote, “The Outside.” In “The Outside,” Taylor talks about what it’s like to be on the outside looking in, a feeling everyone can relate to at least one point in their lives. However, there is hope. Taylor’s story is proof that even though you may feel like an outcast, what makes you different makes you special. The very same kids who mad...2014-06-0900 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftThe Story of Us - Episode 135 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Be My Forever - Christina Perri feat. Ed SheeranThe story of Taylor Talk goes on with a song analysis of “The Story of Us”! In Episode 135 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts — Adam, Diane, and Sami — talk about one of their favorite Taylor songs. Let us know what you think of “The Story of Us” in the comments below. Happy listening!
Highlights from Episode 135 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “The Story of Us” Song Analysis:
- We discuss one of our favorite Taylor Swift songs…. “The Story of Us"!
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Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftTaylor and Ingrid Michaelson - Episode 130 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Wonderful Unknown - Give Em HopeEpisode 130 - It’s time again for Taylor Swift’s Fifth Album speculation! In Episode 130 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, the hosts talk about all the recent interactions Taylor Swift has had with Ingrid Michaelson and speculate on whether they mean something for album five and tour four.
Highlights from Episode 130 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion – Taylor Swift and Ingrid Michaelson:
- Brian Mansfield overheard “it’s like the other albums were practice.” What does that mean??
- Taylor tweets with a purpose. Co...2014-04-2100 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftHow Taylor Influences Other Artists? - Episode 129 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast - Ed Sheeran - Florida Georgia Line - Hunter Hayes - Austin Mahone - Brett EldredgeEpisode 129 - There’s no doubt that Taylor Swift is incredibly popular, but how does she use her popularity to promote other artists? In Episode 129 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, Adam, Diane, Sami, and Steve discuss Taylor’s effect on the success of her opening acts. Enjoy the show!
Highlights from Episode 129 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion – Taylor Swift’s Influence on her Opening Tour Acts:
- Some of Taylor’s openers have made it HUGE, like Hunter Hayes and Florida Georgia Line
- Ta...2014-04-1400 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftTaylor Swift Versus Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert and George Strait - Who will win at the ACM's? - Episode 127 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 127 - Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, George Strait, or Taylor Swift… who will be the ACM Entertainer of the Year? In Episode 127 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss the probability that Taylor Swift will prevail against the nominees. Taylor lost the award last year to Luke Bryan, but that doesn’t mean she will lose again this year! Let us know what you think of our theories and be sure to watch the ACMs next Sunday, April 6th, at 8/7c on CBS. Enjoy!
Highlights from Episode 127 of Taylor...2014-03-3100 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftLatin America Needs The Red Tour - Episode 123 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | "You Sound Good To Me" Lucy HaleEpisode 123 - Taylor, please say yes to Latin America! In Episode 123 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, Agustin from TheSwiftAgency.com joins us to discuss the reasons why Latin America is long overdue for a visit from Taylor Swift. We also highlight Taylor's recent nominations from the Kid's Choice Awards and the first ever iHeartRadio Music Awards! As always, we'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Happy listening!
Highlights from Episode 123 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: The RED Tour in Latin America:
- Latin A...2014-03-0300 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftGlamourous Taylor Swift - Episode 120 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- "Say Something" A Great Big World | Christina AguileraEpisode 120 -- Taylor Swift is glamorous this month! The 75th anniversary issue of Glamour featured Taylor Swift on their cover with an in-depth interview inside. Listen up as your hosts discuss Taylor's fifth album hints, her risky songwriting (by the way, it doesn't involve taking her clothes off!), and "freeze out" dating advice in Episode 120 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast. Enjoy the show!
Highlights from Episode 120 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: Glamour Magazine Interview:
- Taylor talks about the new sound of the fifth album. A...2014-02-1000 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftDon't Leave Your Girl At Home - Episode 119 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 119 - Wanna see you pick up your phone and play this "Girl At Home" song analysis episode of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast! In Episode 119, your hosts -- Adam, Maya, Diane, Sami, and Steve -- break down the perhaps forgotten Taylor Swift song, "Girl At Home." None of the hosts listen to this song too frequently, but we do recognize how this song communicates Taylor's upstanding morals and her unwavering ability to forgive. Let us know what you think of the song. Happy listening!
Also, we just launched the RED Tour Lithograph contest...2014-02-0300 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftGRAMMY EDITION - Remembering These Grammys All Too Well - Lorde "Royals" Daft Punk "Get Lucky" Kacey Musgraves "Merry Go Round" - Episode 118 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 118 - I'm a crumbled up piece of paper lying here because Taylor performed "All Too Well" at the Grammys! On Episode 118 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, the hosts give you full coverage of the 56th Grammy Awards. We discuss the red carpet, the nature of the Grammy awards and how they pick the winners, and Taylor's breath-taking performance of "All Too Well." We also go back in the Taylor Swift time machine and discuss Taylor's past Grammy performances from 2009-2013. And even though Taylor didn't win a Grammy this year, she is still our seven-time Grammy...2014-01-2700 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftWhich Songs Made Taylor Swift Popular? - Episode 116 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 116 - Everyone has that one Taylor Swift song that grabbed them and made them a Swifty. In Episode 116 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss which songs on each album made Taylor Swift the superstar she is today. And since Taylor's a superstar, it's surprising that she does not yet have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. But did you know that fans can nominate celebrities to receive a star? Swifties should nominated Taylor! Let us know if you'd be willing to help nominate Taylor Swift to get a star on the Hollywood Walk o...2014-01-1600 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftThe Golden Globes 2014 - Sweeter Than Fiction - Episode 115 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 115 - Taylor Swift will always be our golden girl. The Golden Globes aired Sunday, January 12th, and unfortunately, Taylor did not take home an award. This was the second time Taylor was nominated in the Best Original Song category; this year she was nominated for "Sweeter Than Fiction" for the movie One Chance. Although Taylor didn't win, your hosts of Episode 115 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast discuss the entire award ceremony as well as predict whether or not Taylor will be nominated for an Oscar. Let us know your thoughts on the Golden Globes in the c...2014-01-1300 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftInternational Smile by Katy Perry Sounds Like It Might Be About Taylor... Huh? - Episode 114 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 114 - Katy Perry's new song might not be about Taylor, but she sure has that "international smile." In Episode 114 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we recap this week's Taylor news as well as continue to discuss new marketing tactics in the music industry. We also answer some questions on ask.fm, such as whether or not Katy Perry's "International Smile" is about Taylor. Even though online sources said who the song is about (don't cheat!), we analyze the ways the song could be related to Taylor. Hope you enjoy the show!
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Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftPop Music vs. Taylor Swift - Episode 113 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 113 - Will Taylor Swift follow the change in mainstream pop music or break from it? In Episode 113 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts -- Adam, Diane, Steve, and Sami -- discuss Taylor's relationship to the changing landscape of pop music. Artists like Lorde, Lana Del Rey, and others are creating unique and edgier sounds. Could Taylor move in that direction and make music along the lines of "I Knew You Were Trouble"? What if she dropped in album with no warning like Beyonce? Regardless, Taylor always does something incredible to surprise the fans. Be sure to...2014-01-0600 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftTaylor Swift in 2014 - Episode 112 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 112 - Happy 2014 Swifties! In Episode 112 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss what we think Taylor Swift will achieve in 2014. Could this be the year she wins a Golden Globe? What about an Oscar? Taylor will also release her fifth studio album this year, and she teases "this [album] just started on new territory." Let us know what you're excited about for Taylor Swift in 2014, and enjoy the show!
But wait, in other Taylor Talk news, the Podcast Awards are this Sunday! Tune in via life stream this Sunday at 6:30pm PST on podcastawards.co...2014-01-0200 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor Swift13 Taylor Swift Moments of 2013 - Episode 111 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 111 - Can you believe 2013, the year of Taylor is almost over? As the year draws to a close, we recap the top 13 Taylor moments of 2013. So much has happened this year in terms of what Taylor has accomplished... for example, she went on her third headlining tour, recorded a song with Tim McGraw and Keith Urban, and opened an education center at the Country Hall of Fame just to name a few! To be honest, Taylor has achieved so much this past year, and we know that there are only better things to come for her in 2014. We h...2013-12-3000 min
Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftQuizUp Taylor Swift Jeopardy - Episode 109 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 109 - Think you're the master at the Taylor Swift category on QuizUp? Listen up to find out whether or not you're worthy to challenge the hosts of Taylor Talk! In Episode 109 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, the hosts go head to head in a round of Taylor Swift Jeopardy using the questions from the QuizUp app. If you decide to play along with the hosts, be sure to send in your scores for the opportunity to play Taylor Swift Jeopardy on a future episode of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast! Happy listening & good luck!
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Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftIf Taylor Swift Were Not A Musician - Episode 108 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 108 - What would Taylor Swift do if she wasn't a musician? In episode 108 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we conduct an open discussion answering your ask.fm questions. We tackle questions such as whether or not Taylor Swift would make a good detective, if she'd write a song about Cory Monteith, and the possibility of "All Too Well" becoming a single. Questions from listeners are some of our favorite things, so please make sure to leave us questions for next week's unedited mid-week episode via ask.fm, email, or twitter.
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Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast | reputation | 1989 | Red | Speak Now | Fearless | Taylor SwiftNever Grow Up - Episode 107 - Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastEpisode 107 - Taylor Swift just turned 24, but we hope she tries to never grow up.To celebrate Taylor's birthday, the hosts of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast -- Adam, Diane, and Steve -- discuss the song "Never Grow Up." The song was released on the Speak Now album in 2010 and was written when Taylor moved into her own apartment. Listen up to our opinions on the song, and feel free to leave us a comment on the episode guide or tweet us at @taylortalk13 to let us know what you think of the song. Enjoy the show!
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