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Episode 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 Podcast Main Discussion: “I Wish You Would” Song Analysis – Fun fact: Taylor wrote this song based on a track Jack Antonoff gave her. – Why does 2AM seem to constantly re-appear in Taylor’s songs? – Serious question: why can’t this girl pick up the phone and tell him what she never said? – We analyze her most creative lyric: “We’re a crooked love, in a straight line down.” – Diane realizes something mid-episode that changes EVERYTHING! – Check out Steve’s “I Wish You

Episode 184 - 1989 TOUR SPOILERS GALORE! In Episode 184 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, Adam and Diane bring you their review of Taylor Swift’s 1989 Tour. After seeing the show at Rock In Rio in Vegas and in Bossier City, Louisiana, we wanted to give you our initial impressions of Taylor’s new show. We discuss the setlist in detail, Taylor’s elaborate costumes, dancers, and more. If you haven’t seen the show yet and don’t care about being spoiled, listen up! And if you have seen the show, what did you think? Enjoy the episode!   Highlights from Episode 184 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion: 1989 World Tour Initial Review – If you want to stay 1989 Tour spoiler-free, do not listen to this episode!! – We go song by song and describe each performance of 1989. – Which song stole the show? – If you’ve seen the 1989 tour, did anything disappoint you? – Remember: you MUST go visit Taylor Nation Headquarters if you attend a concert! Other Topics:   – Taylor Swift broke a VEVO record w

Episode 183 - The “Bad Blood” Music Video SIZZLES!Taylor Swift set the Swifty fandom on fire with her world premiere of the “Bad Blood” music video at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards. Full of cameos from her best friends, sexy action sequences, and a remix with Kendrick Lamar, Taylor delivers one of her best music videos to date. What are your thoughts on the music video? What do you think of Kendrick Lamar’s rap? Let us know! Hope you enjoy the episode!   Highlights from Episode 183 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion: “Bad Blood” Music Video – Uh oh… Selena Gomez is the backstabbing friend in this video! – Could Taylor’s transformation into a fighting powerhouse represent her personal transformation in the 1989 album? – So many cameos… but we missed Meredith and Olivia! – Why do you think the story of the video took place in London? – “We was on D like DOC” — Diane needs a translation. – Taylor’s favorite Kendrick Lamar song makes an appearance. I see what you did there.  Other Topics:

Episode 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! Happy listening!   Highlights from Episode 182 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion: “Enchanted” Song Analysis – “Enchanted” is another example of Taylor Swift as a wordsmith genius. – Why did Taylor choose the word “wonderstruck” for her perfume? – Adam’s so vain, he probably thinks this song is about him. – Is “Enchanted” a realistic or fairytale take on love? – Why didn’t Taylor tell him she was enchanted to meet him? Oh, the agony! – Steve connects thi

Episode 181 - Welcome to the 1989 World Tour… it’s been waiting for you! Well, almost! Since the 1989 World Tour is just days away, your hosts Adam, Steve, and special guest Agustin of The Swift Agency bring you their tour predictions. Remember that we have NO inside information. We’re just fans, like you, who are SUPER excited for the 1989 World Tour! What songs would you like to see on tour? How do you think Taylor will perform them? We’d love to hear your tour predictions! Enjoy the show!   Highlights from Episode 181 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion: 1989 World Tour Predictions – Since Agustin loves Taylor’s element of surprise, he hopes he’s way off on his tour predictions! – Which song off 1989 do you think will be cut from the setlist? – We visualize “Welcome to New York” as the tour opener. – How will Taylor bring her popular singles, like Blank Space, to the stage? – “Pretty much everything from the 80’s went out of style though.” – Quotes by Steve – Agustin has an amazing ide

Episode 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 checked for cancer, just in case. For now, enjoy the episode and please keep the Swift family in your thoughts! Highlights from Episode 180 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion: “The Best Day” Song Analysis – No one has impacted Taylor’s life more than her mother, Andrea Swift. – Fun fact: Taylor gave this song & video to her mom as a Christmas present, and it took Mama Swift a while to realize that it was Taylor singing about her! – Do you remember that chil

Episode 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 her in country music and will undoubtedly do the same for pop music. What do you think of “Long Live”? Would you put it on a greatest hits album for Taylor Swift? Feel free to share your thoughts. Enjoy the episode! Highlights from Episode 179 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion: “Long Live” Song Analysis – Who did Taylor write “Long Live” for? The fans, her team, or both? – It’s impossible to read the lyrics to this son

Episode 178 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW - Remember when we featured Kelsea Ballerini in “What Are Swifties Listening To?” then about a week later, Taylor herself tweeted about Kelsea? Well… In this week’s episode, we chat with Kelsea Ballerini about that moment, plus her upcoming album and more! After that, the Amazing Steve-dini worked his magic and salvaged the second half of our “Wildest Dreams” analysis from last week! Let us know your thoughts and what you think of “Wildest Dreams.” Enjoy the episode! Also: We were nominated for BEST ENTERTAINMENT PODCAST at the 2015 Podcast Awards!! VOTE AT PODCASTAWARDS.COM DAILY.   Highlights from Episode 178 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion 1: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW – Kelsea Ballerini– What was it like for Kelsea when Taylor tweeted about her and her music?– We know Taylor is jamming to Kelsea’s EP. But what is Kelsea’s favorite Taylor song?– Kelsea reveals a song title off her upcoming album! Find out what it is– Are you going to see Kelsea perform out

Episode 177 - Oh my my my, how Taylor Swift has changed from the “Love Story” girl! In Episode 177 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor’s new, realistic take on love in her song “Wildest Dreams.” Taylor says that when she meets someone new, her first thought is, “When this is over, I hope they think well of me.” Her opinion on love has changed from a more romantic happily-ever-after viewpoint to something more fatalistic. What’s your take on this perspective? Do you see love like Taylor does? Let us know your thoughts and what you think of “Wildest Dreams.” Enjoy the episode! Also: We were nominated for BEST ENTERTAINMENT PODCAST at the 2015 Podcast Awards!! VOTE AT PODCASTAWARDS.COM DAILY. Highlights from Episode 177 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “Wildest Dreams” Song Analysis– Is going into a relationship thinking that it will ultimately end really a fair way to enter a relationship?– Steve says “Wildest Dreams” is about forming an immediate connection with

Episode 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 nominated for BEST ENTERTAINMENT PODCAST at the 2015 Podcast Awards!! VOTE AT PODCASTAWARDS.COM DAILY.   Highlights from Episode 176 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “You Are In Love” Song Analysis– Does “You Are In Love” sound like love to you?– Taylor, the ultimate wordsmith, captures the ‘little things’ in this song.– Only on Taylor Talk would we have a discussion about the meaning of the word “and.” #LyricNerds– Adam HAT

Episode 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 BEST ENTERTAINMENT PODCAST at the 2015 Podcast Awards!! Voting starts soon, so be on the look out for daily reminders on our social media pages. Highlights from Episode 175 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “New Romantics” Song Analysis– The best people in life love “New Romantics.”– Rob Sheffield of Rolling Stone listed “New Romantics” as the second best song of 2014! Steve was nice and made a Spotify playlist of these so

Episode 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!   Highlights from Episode 174 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “Style” Memories and Taylor Swift & Karlie Kloss in Vogue– What’s your favorite #StyleMemories video?– Fun fact: “Style” was written on February 19, 2014.– Taylor and Karlie Kloss have graced the cover of Vogue together! Check out their Vogue feature on news stands now.– Vogue interviews Taylor and Karlie about their friendship that started

Episode 173 - You must have a day dream look in your eye, because the “Style” music video is out!! In Episode 173 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts discuss the “Style” music video, which is Taylor’s most abstract and artistic music video to date. What were your initial impressions of the video? Did its difference from other Taylor videos throw you off? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Happy listening!   Highlights from Episode 173 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “Style” Music Video Analysis– What were your initial impressions of the “Style” music video?– The “Style” music video is less of a story and more like an artistic representation of emotion.– The fragmented mirrors represent… memories? Or did the characters become each other?– There’s a paper airplane necklace in this video…. Hmmm.– Steve says Harry Styles loves Classic Mustangs. Because they’re bros, obviously. #not– What if clips from the “Style” video were set to “Wildest Dreams?” The result is AMAZING: e

Episode 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 PodcastMain Discussion: “I Know Places” Song Analysis– Taylor sent co-writer Ryan Tedder a rough draft version of “I Know Places” before recording it.– Did you know Tay can make up lyrics on the spot? That’s the mark of a great songwriter.– It’s fascinating how this song moves from a song about running to a song about love.– Fun Fact: Taylor says her spirit animal is a fox.– What would you rate “I Know Places” out of 13? Other Topics:– Taylor didn’t take

Episode 171 - There’s only mad love for Taylor Swift on this show. On Episode 171 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift, we discuss “Bad Blood.” This song is allegedly about pop star Katy Perry, Taylor’s former good friend. Rumor has it that Katy Perry tried to “sabotage an entire arena tour” (RED Tour) by hiring some dancers right from under her. The hosts agree that “Bad Blood” was Taylor’s way to confronting the situation, even though Taylor said herself that she hates confrontation. What do you all think of the song? Could it be about Katy Perry? Leave us your thoughts. Thanks for listening!   Highlights from Episode 171 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “Bad Blood” Song Analysis– Friendship heartbreak hurts worse than love heartbreak.– Is “Bad Blood” really about Katy Perry?– Gawker published a timeline of Taylor and Katy’s friendship based on tweets (& Mean Girls references).– How does “Bad Blood” fit into the story of the album?– What would “Bad Blood” look like on tour? Could it

Episode 170 - You know what never goes out of style? Taylor Talk! In Episode 170 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor Swift’s newest single, “Style”! In “Style,” Taylor relates classic clothing trends that never go out of style to relationships that always seem to keep coming back. We discuss how this metaphor functions in the song and how this song is sure to become an instant classic. What did you think of the song? How do you envision a music video for it? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Happy listening!   Highlights from Episode 170 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “Style” Song Analysis– Taylor said 1989 wasn’t complete until she wrote “Style.”– “The way the song sounds and feels, that’s all I need people to know about the story.” – TS– If Steve didn’t find polaroid references in everything, he wouldn’t be Steve.– Why do you think Taylor chose 1950s iconic images instead of images from the 1980s?– So what does “good girl faith” mean to you?– How do you see

Episode 169 - Let me remind you, this was what you wanted… a new episode of Taylor Talk! In Episode 169 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss track five on 1989, “All You Had To Do Was Stay.” The panel is split about their opinions on the song — feel free to weigh in and let us know your thoughts. Do you think Taylor will perform this song on tour even though the high note STAY would be intense for her voice? I guess we’ll just have to wait and see. Enjoy the episode!   Highlights from Episode 169 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “All You Had To Do Was Stay” Song Analysis– You can’t talk about this song without belting STAY. #SwiftFact– Steve calls this song “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” 1.0.– Where do you see AYHTDWS fitting into the story of 1989?– What is it about this song that makes it get stuck in your head so easily?– How do you think Taylor will pull off singing the STAY part on tour? Other Topics:– This policeman from Delaware is famous for Shaking

Episode 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 PodcastMain Discussion: “This Love” Song Analysis– Fun fact: “This Love” is the only song Taylor wrote by herself on 1989. That makes it good by default.– Taylor wrote this song about a love that came back. Do you think “This Love” supports a fatalistic view of love then?– Does this song contain references to “Wildest Dreams,” “I Know Places,” and other songs on the album?– Steve finds 80s nods everywhere!– We know any music video for this song must include the ocea

Episode 167 -- Haven’t you heard what becomes of curious minds? They listen to Taylor Talk! In Episode 167 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we analyze one of the most popular bonus tracks on 1989, “Wonderland”! Taylor borrowed from Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland” to write this song about an ill-fated romance. What do you think of “Wonderland”? Why do you think Taylor included it as a bonus track instead of on the 1989 album? Let us know what you think. Happy listening!   Highlights from Episode 167 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: “Wonderland” Song Analysis– Steve says “Wonderland” is the “Blank Space” of the 1989 bonus tracks.– The lyrical tone definitely foreshadows a not so happy ending.– We discuss people’s habits of sticking their noses into other people’s relationships.– How do you think the reference to Alice in Wonderland contributed to the meaning of the song?– Adam wants Tim Burton to direct a music video for “Wonderland.” Other Topics:– Taylor finished off 20

Episode 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 166 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast   Main Discussion:  – Searching for a sound she hadn’t heard before, Taylor said “Welcome to New York” when she changed to pop music. – Global superstar she may be, but Taylor Swift still makes time for her fans on Instagram, Tumblr, and even by sending them Christmas presents!  – Taylor came out as a feminist! Yeaaauh! – That awkward moment when the media still thinks Taylor S