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Episode 146 - Say goodbye to the Red Era… album five is coming! In Episode 146 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts — Adam, Diane, and Sami — discuss the three clues Taylor released on Twitter and Instagram that possibly relate to her upcoming album. What’s the relationship between an elevator, Olivia, a polaroid camera, and yahoo.com? Listen up to hear our theories and be sure to share your own. Enjoy the show! Highlights from Episode 146 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion – Fifth Album Clues - An 18th elevator button, a cat, a polaroid camera, and yahoo… what does it all mean?? - Yahoo may have spilled the beans, even though Scott Borchetta says nothing has been confirmed. - Is there any significance to certain things being cut out of the Instagram pictures? - We wonder if these clues also hint to the subject of the new single, not just the album announcement. - That awkward moment when the album five announcement is actually Taylor announcing her retirement… (just kidd

Episode 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 we still manage to debate as to what it’s about! - Taylor describes this song as “happy, bouncy, and lovey.” But mostly bouncy. - We compare the sound of “Jump Then Fall” to “Stay Stay Stay.” - Fun fact: did you know this song peaked at number 1 on iTunes the week it was released? - If Taylor wrote this song from personal experience, how do you think it feels for her to release a song about a crush/relationship that ended? - Sign our petition to get Taylor to play “Jump The

Episode 144 - Hey, by the way… the newest episode of Taylor Talk is out!! In Episode 144 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss one of the die-hard Swifties’ favorite songs: “Stay Beautiful.” Although this is a song Taylor wrote when she was in her teenage years, in light of a recent Instagram post, she still believes in the selfless of unrequited love. Be sure to share your thoughts on the song. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 144 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion – “Stay Beautiful” Song Analysis- Taylor probably wrote this song about her fourth grade crush: Cory Robertson referenced in the Target commercial.- We decipher how someone could possibly “smile like the radio.”- Have you ever had such a huge crush on someone that you couldn’t talk to them? Adam says he hasn’t. I think he’s lying.- We marvel at Taylor’s continued poignant admiration of unrequited love, most recently in an Instagram post.- For some reason, Adam and Sami break into a short rendition of "Su

Episode 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, indeed. - Zimbio theorizes what the fifth album could be about… cats? friends? cookies? - Since Taylor hasn’t had a boyfriend in a while, her only significant relationships are with cats. #sarcasm - In all seriousness, Taylor might write a song about one of her friend’s life experiences. - You can find Taylor bakin’ cookies at night! How funny would it be if Taylor wrote a sequel to “Thug Story”? - We like the idea of a Sweeran song called “Just Friends.” - Maya and

Episode 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 Main Discussion – Taylor Swift’s Wall Street Journal Article - Taylor admits piracy is on the rise, but believes artists should “realize their worth and ask for it.” - Adam gets heated over what type of music is considered “art” - Raise your hand if you plan on sharing Taylor’s music with your grandkids!! - Taylor has always been a fan of the element of surprise (notice I did not say shock). - Taylor Talk also enjoys the element of surprise… the people who’ve boug

Episode 141 - Back by popular demand, our RED song title discussion (and Adam’s pirate voice) have returned! In Episode 141 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss what we thought the rest of the songs on RED were about before we heard them. Let us know what your theories are. Enjoy the show! Highlights from Episode 141 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion – What did you imagine the songs on RED would be about before you heard them? - Get ready for our part II discussion on RED songs before you heard them! - The title “Sad Beautiful Tragic” threw the entire panel off. - Some of the listeners give an interesting twist to the title “Everything Has Changed.” - Diane and Adam wrote editorials theorizing about the RED album before it came out. Adam even predicted a song about the Kennedys! - We wonder if Taylor will tackle the theme of death on album five. - Adam thought “Come Back, Be Here” was about a clingy boyfriend! LOL Other Topics: - We hope you had a great 4th of July! See

Episode 140 - We take you on a Taylor Swift Flashback to a time before the RED Album! Remember when we got the track list for RED, but hadn’t heard any of the songs yet? In Episode 140 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, per listener request, we reflect on our initial impressions of the song titles and analyze whether or not the song titles fit the song. We’d love to hear your thoughts on our discussion. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 140 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion – What did you think the songs on RED were about before you heard the songs? - We take a look back nearly two years ago before the RED album came out, but when we knew the track list. What did you think her songs were about based on the titles? - Raise your hand if you thought "The Lucky One" was about Zac Efron. - “22″ should have been about how many cats Taylor Swift wants. Obviously. - That awkward moment when Diane was right and yet so wrong about “Red.” - We talk about the similarities between “Tre

Episode 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, “Invisible.” - Steve calls this song the first draft of “You Belong With Me.” - We debate who or what exactly is invisible in this song. - Adam never fails to find a way to relate Harry Potter to Taylor Swift! - How does the fact that Taylor wrote this song with a co-writer change the song? - We wonder why this song was a bonus track rather than being on the original album. Other Topics: - Taylor Swift says she won’t hang out with boys who are on a diet… just so you know. - There’s

episode 138 - having post-red tour depression? we are too. in episode 138 of tayLor talk: the taylOr swift podcast, we give you our top 13 momeNts of the red era. as there were so many amazinG moments, we are bound to have missed a few of your favorites, so Let us know what you loved about the red era (samI also adVisEs you to put your red Tour memorieS in the memory boxes of life). enjoy the episode! Highlights from Episode 138 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion – Top 13 Moments of the RED Era: - It is actually the end of the RED Tour… so we decided to recap our Top 13 Moments of the RED Era. - Fun fact: “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” was Taylor’s first number one on the Billboard Top 100! - That awkward moment when Adam gets confused for Prince William. - The RED Tour broke so many records, including playing in Shanghai, China for the first time (and selling out the show in one minute!!) - The tour included so many special guests AND introduced us to someone who has now bec

Episode 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 made fun of Taylor for liking country music now get to look up at her performing on stage in front of thousands of people. Enjoy the episode! Highlights from Episode 137 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion – “The Outside” Song Analysis: - At twelve years old, Taylor captures the timeless aspect of being an outcast in “The Outside” - Adam says this song could really be a theme song for Facebook users. - Taylor draws from a Robert Frost poem to inspire the lyrics

Episode 136 - The RED Tour goes to Asia! In Episode 136 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we cover Taylor’s shows so far in Asia. We also discuss the changes Taylor has made throughout the RED Tour as it traveled to different countries. If you’re going to one of the RED shows in Asia, we’d love to hear from you! Let us know what you thought of the RED tour! Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 136 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion: The Many Changes of the RED Tour: - We discuss the logistics of Taylor Swift moving the RED Tour from country to country. - You know how Taylor has buses and planes with her face on it? We think she should invest in a ship. - We theorize about her setlist choices based on each place the RED Tour goes. - Maya can’t wait for Taylor to sing “Our Song” on the b-stage again…. - Special offer to Thai Swifties: they have reserved tickets for the Singapore show just for you!! Other Topics: - Taylor Swift says the fifth album is her favorite thing EVER! -

The 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"! - Running into your ex is terribly, horrendously, and awfully awkward, especially when it happens at an award show. - The hosts get in a heated debate about a critic’s comment — whether or not this song means Taylor is “defined by her relationships” - Sami has a theory that links “The Lucky One” with “The Story of Us” - We discuss the plot of the “Story of Us” video, and Taylor’s potential curse word slip! Other Topics: - What would you do if Taylor Swift visited you on a school field trip? - Taylor’s poster for The Gi

Episode 134 - That awkward moment when you have to cover an award show that Taylor didn’t even attend! In Episode 134 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we review the Billboard Music Awards with co-host, Sami, and special guest, Ashley, who were flown to Las Vegas to cover the awards on behalf of @TSwiftOnTour. We hope you enjoy the show! Highlights from Episode 134 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast: Main Discussion – 2014 Billboard Awards - Taylor was nominated for Top Social Artist (award went to Justin Bieber) and Top Country Artist (award went to Luke Bryan) - None of the performances live up to Taylor’s 2013 Billboard Performance of “22″ - Sami and Ashley give us the inside scoop as to all the work that goes into producing an award show - Check out @TSwiftOnTour for photos & videos of the 2014 Billboard Awards Other Topics: - Be sure to enter the Fearless Box Set contest… There’s only one week left! - You know you’re a Swifty when…You buy a red 2013 car, get SWIFT13 license plates, an

Episode 133 -- This episode goes out to Mama Swift, and all the moms out there this Mother’s Day. We discuss Andrea Swift’s involvement in Taylor’s career and how, if not for her mother’s tremendous support, Taylor’s music wouldn’t be the same. Enjoy the show! Also, if you’re able to this Mother’s Day, please consider donating to the Ronan Thompson Foundation to help fight childhood cancer. Every little bit counts. Highlights from Episode 133 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion: - This mother’s day we celebrate the woman who gave us Taylor Swift. - How did Andrea’s support and influence shape Taylor’s career? - Taylor’s mom provided a strong model of a hard-working woman. We think that’s why Taylor never does anything halfway. - We discuss the HUGE impact parenting has on a child’s personality and the way they treat others. - If Andrea had raised Taylor in any other way, her music would not be the same. - Andrea is so thankful to the fans for supporting her daughter. If you ever meet her

Highlights from Episode 132 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion – “Fearless” Song Analysis: - We celebrate the anniversary of the Fearless tour, and I don’t know how Taylor Talk gets better than this. - Fearless has became an anthem for Swifties. Sami says it’s way more than just about a first date. - Taylor tends to write a song on every album that’s a fantasy about her perfect love. - We discuss her performances of “Fearless” on the Fearless Tour, Speak Now Tour, and the RED Tour. Other Topics: - Want to win a Fearless Collector’s Edition box set? Listen to the full episode for the code word to get a bonus five entries!! Enter at taylortalk.org/fearless. - For a limited time, each Taylor Talk tshirt purchase comes with a free beach ball! Just in time for summer. - Taylor is nominated for Billboard’s Top Social Media artist. Maybe that’s why she’s been using Instagram so much! - You know you’re a Swifty when you think Adam’s jokes are funny. - What are Swifties Listening to? “A Sky Ful

Episode 131 - Dirty Secrets of Last Kiss Highlights from Episode 131 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion – “Last Kiss” Song Analysis: - Our panel looks into “Last Kiss” and reveals some dirty little secrets… - Taylor didn’t include a 27 second intro for just any reason - Steve talks about the importance of a manly handshake. - That awkward/awesome moment when Taylor Swift sang “Last Kiss” to Joe Jonas at a Speak Now show. - We discuss the similarities between “Last Kiss” and “All Too Well.” - It’s amazing how Taylor can fit a world of emotions into a single lyric. Other Topics: - The 2014 Billboard Music Awards air on May 18 on ABC at 8pm. Taylor is nominated for Top Social Artist and Top Country Artist. - You know you’re a Swifty when it’s uncomfortable when people use the Satisfaction font when it’s not about Taylor. - Swifties are listening to Sam Smith!

Episode 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. Could her support of Ingrid Michaelson mean she might be an opener on the next tour? - How can Taylor push the boundaries of her music abilities without alienating fans? Other Topics: - Fun fact: if you invite Taylor Swift to your bridal shower, she might actually attend! - Taylor was nominated for ELEVEN World Music Awards. You can vote everyday at worldmusicawards.com. - You know you’re a Swifty when Taylor inspired you to ask a guy to prom! #Fearless - Be sure to buy “

Episode 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 - Taylor Swift opens the door for her openers, they just need to walk through it. - Did you know we interviewed Charlie Worsham, an opener for the Speak Now Tour, on Episode Four? - Social media is the biggest game changer in the music industry. - What’s the secret to success to Taylor’s tour openers? #Sweeran Other Topics: - Nobody makes fun of Taylor Swift like Taylor Swift on SNL. - Taylor was nominated for two Billboard Awards: Top Country Artist and Top Social Artist! - You know you’re a Swi

Episode 128 - George Strait won Entertainer of the Year, as predicted.  Rightfully so?  Or did our girl Taylor get ripped off??  Listen up to Episode 128 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Talk Podcast as we discuss the 49th annual ACM Awards. Maya and Steve watched them on TV, but Adam and Diane attended the awards in person, so they offer a unique perspective that only comes with viewing a show live. Feel free to let us know what you thought of the awards. Enjoy the episode! Highlights from Episode 128 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift PodcastMain Discussion: 49th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards- Congratulations to Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, and Taylor Swift for winning ACM Video of the Year for “Highway Don’t Care”. Listen to our interview with Music Video Director Shane Drake on Episode 62.- That awkward moment when Adam says he doesn’t like Miranda Lambert and then… well listen to the show & find out what happened - Was George Strait winning Entertainer of the Year truly fair and unbiased?- Fun fact: if

Episode 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 Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast Main Discussion – ACM Predictions: Who Will Be Entertainer of the Year?: - We rank Taylor’s chances of winning EOTY against Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, and George Strait based on the points brought up at Taste of County. - Blake Shelton sure entertains on The Voice, but we consider those viewers passive, and thus less likely to vote. - Could Luke Bryan beat Taylor? Honestly, he might “crash her party.” - Miranda might win Female Vocalist of t