Episodes
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Chapters
(00:00) Intro & What's On Our Plates!
(17:51) Taylor Updates: Holiday Merch, Grammy Nominations
(47:56) Only The Young: Folklore Of The Song
(54:57) Verse 1: Popular Vote, Hope For The Future
(57:13) Chorus 1: A Red TV Similarity, Social Activism
(01:00:15) Verse 2: School Shootings
(01:06:33) Bridge: Millenials Rise Up, Anti-Boomer Bridge
(01:09:28) Chorus - Outro: Children's Choir, Unfinished Ending
(01:21:00) Our Favorite Lyrics & Rating
(01:23:14) This Song As A Recipe
(01:25:31) What's Next & Signing Off!
Links Referenced
English Teacher
Brian Jordan Alvarez
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Summary
Taylor may be down bad cryinâ at the gym, but Sara and Laura are knee-deep in their obsession with this alien abduction-inspired depressed bop! On todayâs episode, the ladies are thrilled to read a sweet listener email that warmed their hearts, followed by an in-depth analysis of Jack Antonoffâs insane production details, and Taylorâs spiderweb of TTPD references hidden in âDown Badââs lyrics.
Chapters
(00:00) Intro & What's On Our Plates
(08:32) Listener Email
(14:25) Taylor News & Updates
(30:24) Exploring 'Down Bad' - A New Track
(34:39) The Metaphor of Alien Abduction
(39:34) Verse 1: Star Trek References, Fortnight Call Backs
(45:20) Chorus 1: Alien-Like Production Details, Similarities To But Daddy I Love Him, Teenage Petulance
(52:47)Verse 2: Public Embarrassment, Hidden Matty References, Fandom Delusion, Stevie Nick's Prologue Poem
(01:00:38) Chorus 2: Stewing In Depression, Twin Lyrics, The Ship Has Sailed
( 01:07:22) Bridge: Contrarian Hostility, Admitting The End Of The Relationship, The Spiderweb Of Songs, Calling Out The Fandom
(01:15:09) Chorus 3: Added Ad-libs, Alien-esque Production, Vocal Details,
(01:21:14) Down Bad On The Eras Tour
(01:23:1) 8Our Favorite Lyrics & Rating
(01:27:36) This Song As A Recipe
(01:31:45) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Pop Up Bagels
Taylor Swift Lyric Search
Galaxy Cupcakes
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SUMMARY
In the spirit of spooky season, hosts Laura and Sara dive into Taylor Swiftâs witchiest songs! Sheâs ânever beating the sorcery allegationsâ after the kismet âinvisible stringsâ and âpropheciesâ that have happened to work in her favor these last few years. I mean, have you SEEN her performance of Look What You Made Me Do in Miami?!? Laura and Sara learn a thing or two about the history of witches, analyzing the common themes of female empowerment, and the supernatural, and analyze the witchiest songs in Taylorâs discography!
CHAPTERS
(00:00) Introduction and Spooky Season Vibes
(01:53)What's On Our Plates
(08:03) Taylor Updates: The Mystery of Nice Boy Ed, New Releases, Celestial Plaid Fashion Theories, and Expanding Travis's Food Preferences
(25:15) A Quick History Of Witchcraft
(33:44) Famous Witches in Culture
(38:20) Taylor Swift: The Modern Witch
(42:07) Eras Tour Witchy Moments & Invisible String Prophecies
(50:15) Exploring Taylor's Witchiest Songs
(01:20:43) Our Favorite Trick Or Treat Candies
(01:27:39)Anticipation for Future Releases
(01:32:19) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Circe by Madeline Miller
History of Witchcraft
Pumpkin Lush Recipe
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Summary
As one of Sara and Lauraâs early favorites from TTPD, âWhoâs Afraid Of Little Old Me?â is jam-packed with many Swiftian easter eggs! In this episode, the ladies unpack alllllllll the âsnake-gateâ references and callbacks to other songs with similar witchy vibes, discuss the chaos and paranoia of fame, Taylorâs perception of herself in the media, and more! Plus, lots of insight into how this songâs performance on the Eras Tour elevates the songâs message even more.
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction
(00:24) What's On Our Plates: Fall Festivals & Meeting Tim Walz!
(08:10) Taylor Updates
(12:41) Introducing "Who's Afraid Of Little Old Me?" Lore & Our Personal Associations
(25:18) Verse 1: The Haters are Here
(30:13) Pre-Chorus 1: Snakegate, Taylor's Two Career Deaths & Reputation Vibes
(34:54) Chorus 1: She's A Wiiiitch!
(41:27) Verse 2: Preserving Good Reputations, Another Cassandra Call Back
(46:25) Pre-Chorus 2: One More "Joe," The Butt of Everyone's Joke
(50:11) Chorus 2: The Media Circus, Taylor's Nice Girl's Persona
(54:21) Bridge: ...BUT WHAT IF THEY DID?!
(01:09:34) Chorus 3: The Allure of Celebrity, Lessons Learned
(01:15:33) Notes On The Production & Music Theory
(01:18:11) Inclusion On The Eras Tour
(01:20:20) Our Favorite Lyrics & Rating
(01:23:17) This Song As A Recipe
(01:28:26) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Sounwave in Jack Antonoffâs IG Post
Swiftly Sung Lyrics
Lyrics With Liv
Ecto Cooler
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Summary
Are you ready for Taylorâs âbridge to deathâ?! In this episode of Blank Plate, Laura and Sara dive into an in-depth analysis of Taylorâs incredibly cutting song, âThe Smallest Man Who Ever Lived,â exploring its themes and connections to Taylor's ex-flame Matty Healy. Join the girls as they delve into the emotional intricacies and serious implications of Tay Tayâs lyrics⌠particularly focusing on themes of idolization, cowardice, paranoia, and trust issues. What the hell is an âalso ran"? What do the Jehovahâs Witnesses have to say about this song? Were you sent by someone who wanted me dead?!? Tune in and subscribe!
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction to Blank Plate Podcast
(01:28) What's On Our Plates: Saraâs Honeymoon & Lauraâs Football Era
(17:36) Taylor Swift Updates
(26:33) The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived: Our Personal Associations
(32:33) The Folk"lore" of TSMWEL
(34:40)Verse 1: Past Starry Eyed References, Jehovah's Witnesses, Addiction Implications, & Being Ghosted
(46:35) Chorus 1: Sparkling Summer, The Eras Tour
(49:06) Verse 2: "Also Ran," Cowardice
(59:57) Chorus 2
(01:01:20) Bridge: Paranoia, Sleeper Cell Spies, "Our" Bed, Forbidden Romance, Religious Motifs, Justice & Betty References
(01:17:49) Outro: A Theatrical Conclusion
(01:21:36) Music Theory: The Bridge To Death, Orchestration Details & The Eras Tour Additions
(01:28:24) Sara & LauraâsFavorite Lyrics & Ratings
(01:35:01) This Song As A Recipe & Signing Off!
Links Referenced
The Feast Of Saint Pizza: Passports & Pizza Podcast Episode
Swemo Spotify Playlist
The New Yorker Article: Who Is Matty Healy?
How tall is Matty Healy?
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Summary
To summarize the summer, Laura and Sara thought it was timely to record a minisode (that turned out to be anything but mini) on Taylorâs European Leg of the Eras Tour! From alllllll the clowning for Reputation TV, future collaboration speculations, London highlights, and some Easter Eggs for a potential Eras Tour documentary, Taylor certainly knew how to end this leg of her tour with a bang! To tie the episode up, Laura and Sara share their summer recipes that they love.
Chapters
(00:00) Intro & Whatâs On Our Plates
(13:19) Discussing Sabrina Carpenterâs âShort nâ Sweetâ
(19:15) European Eras Tour Highlights: Clowning For Reputation
(24:47) Speculation About Taylor Featured on Charlie XCX's "Sympathy Is A Knife"
(29:07) London Highlights!
(38:26) I Can Do It With A Broken Heart Music Video & Documentary Speculation
(49:23) Taylor's Statement Post-Vienna Show Cancellation
(53:35) Our Predictions
(01:06:16) Our Recipes Of The Summer
(01:11:50) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Allison Bornsteinâs âWear It Wellâ
Abercrombie High Rise 90âs Relaxed Jeans
Burger Bowls Recipe
Jaime Oliverâs Crispy Chicken Legs With Sweet Tomatoes and Basil from Food52
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Summary
Is there really âno such thing as bad thoughtsâ?! Laura and Sara have strong opinions on Taylorâs most explicit song âGuilty As Sin?â from The Tortured Poets Department. Before going into a song breakdown, the ladies have a ton of Taylor updates to share, including some devastating changes to lyrics, Viennaâs cancellation, and more. âGuilty as Sin?â certainly had the two gals clutching their pearls, especially after unpacking the very innnnteresting timing of Matty and Taylorâs collaboration during âMidnights.â Could this be where the songâs inspiration came from? Buckle in.
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction and Technical Difficulties
(00:38) What's On Our Plates!
(08:04) Taylor Updates: Additions to Taylor's 2024 Tour Rider Foods
(10:43) Taylor Updates: Vienna Shows Cancellation and Safety Concerns
(19:11) Taylor Updates: First Draft Memo âMy Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys'â
(26:18) Guilty As Sin? Folkâloreâ & Our First Impressions
(37:08) Verse 1: Analyzing "The Downtown Lights" Lyrics, Similar Synth Beginning, Double Meaning, Cage & Jumping References
(48:15) Chorus 1: "Mine," Trysts
(54:38) Verse 2: Lowercase Clues, Inevitability, Sexual Tension
(01:05:08) Chorus 2: Vivid Sexual Dreams, Burning Down The Lover House?
(01:10:15) Bridge: A Melodic Similarity, Religious Imagery
(01:18:21) Outro: We Just Experienced Her Spiral, Orchestration
(01:21:07) Other Music Theory Notes: Soft Rock Hit, Instrumentation Choices & Major 7th Chord Tension
(01:27:54) Our Ratings & Our Favorite Lyrics
(01:31:27) This Song As A Recipe
(01:34:08) What's Next & Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Megan Moroneyâs cover of âThe Black Dogâ
Additions to Taylorâs tour rider
The 1975 âAbout Youâ x Taylor Swift âGuilty As Sinâ mashup
Matty reveals The 1975 collaborated on âMidnightsâ with Taylor
Blue Nileâs âThe Downtown Lightsâ lyrics
Reddit timeline of Matty & Taylor
Chats & Reacts: Guilty As Sin? Song Breakdown
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There are lots of infamous (alleged) tour riders out there, but our girl Taylor has one of the most brand specific, classic, processed, and downright indulgent! As foodies themselves, Sara and Laura go into depth analyzing Taylorâs specific food and drink requests backstage, and even provide their own hypothetical riders for themselves. Plus, the girls also speculate on Taylorâs post-concert routines and rituals! Hope youâre hungry for this one!
Chapters
(00:00) Intro & Whatâs On Our Plates
(09:09) Taylor Updates: Alice In Wonderland clues & 1989 Double Album Clues
(17:33) Tour Riders 101 & Some Infamous Examples
(24:56) Taylor's Past Tour Rider: Themed Food Nights
(27:16) Taylorâs 2024 Tour Rider: Specific Food & Beverage Requests
(40:31) What Would Be On OUR Tour Riders
(47:46) Speculating Taylor's Post-Concert Routine
(51:06) Is Taylor Recording New Music?
(53:47) Whatâs Next & Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Alice In Wonderland x âI Bet You Think About Meâ Reddit
Taylorâs Alice In Wonderland Clues TikTok
Passayunk Avenue: A Philly bar in London
Taylorâs Tour Rider Requests Article
Saraâs Target Frozen Pasta Shells In Cheddar Cheese Sauce
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Summary
Itâs the start of Season 2 yâall! Lifeâs been crazy and the ladies are STOKED to get into a big rundown of all the chaotic Taylor News thatâs happened over the last month. Travis on stage!? Mashups!? Album variant drama!? ICDIWABH Music Video Clues!? âGay Poetsâ?! Get ready⌠your two Swiftie besties are unpacking it all. And since itâs about 3 months post-TTPDâs release, Laura and Sara figured it would be a good time to check in about their overall thoughts on Taylorâs newest album and new favorites. Letâs catch up!
Chapters
(00:00) Intro & A Big Personal Catch Up!
(16:57) âUsâ by Gracie Abrams
(28:52) Taylor Announces The Eras Tour Will End In December
(31:09) New Remixes, Acoustic Versions & Mashup Singles
(33:31) âI Can Do It With A Broken Heartâ Music Video Speculation
(37:02) Why Didn't We Get A Music Video for 1989 TV?!
(40:18) The Controversy of Releasing Variants
(45:17) A Rundown of Eras Tour Highlights
(01:08:13) A 3-Month TTPD Check-In
(01:21:08) Our Current Top 3 Songs From TTPD
(01:30:54) Laura's Food Adventures in Japan
(01:40:44) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Starch Brothers - Lauraâs in-laws sandwich biz in Vermont!
Fluance RT80 - Saraâs beloved record player
Paul Mescal x âSecret Of Usâ deep dive Reddit
Lauraâs Substack
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Are you ready for a painful one?! TTPDâs heartwrenching track five, âSo Long, Londonâ is the focus for this episode⌠and boy, do Sara and Laura have a LOT of feelings about it. Between the song's associations between âHow Did It End?â and âYouâre Losing Me,â Taylor did lay it all out about why and how her relationship with Joe ended. Did you catch all the clues she left?
P.S. if there are any Gaylor listeners out there, please help your girls out and update us on the current theories! Weâre lost!
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction and What's On Our Plates!
(02:47) Taylor Updates & Gaylor Help Request
(11:08) Introducing "So Long, London"
(13:42) Our Associations With The Song
(18:28) Analyzing the Intro
(22:14) Verse 1: Fairy Lights, Peace, Locked Vaults, Co-Writing Sad Songs
(30:27) Verse 2: Odd Man Out, The You're Losing Me's Room & The House By The Heath, CPR References, How Did It End Similarities
(46:38) Chorus: Word Play, Stitches/Glitch, Who Held The Gun?
(51:38) Bridge: Raw Emotions, Willow's Ship, Walking On Eggshells OR Being Afraid OF A Love Affair???
(01:05:17) Verse 3: Wedding Trauma, The Symbolism of Blue, Losing Color References
(01:13:05) Outro/Finale Chorus: Fresh Out The Slammer References, Mental Health
(01:19:26) Other Music Analysis Details
(01:25:26) Our Favorite Lyrics and Rating
(01:29:04) This Song As A Recipe
(01:31:18) What's Next & Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Zane Lowe Podcast Interview With Taylor
Taylorâs House By The Heath: Architectural Digest Article
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Summary
Ever heard of âmaladaptive daydreamingâ before? Well⌠it seems like our girl Taylor has! In this episode deep dive on âI Hate It Here,â Sara and Laura go into secret gardens, lunar valleys and their own personal nostalgic associations with TTPDâs most literary song! Is this song proof that Taylor used escapism through her toughest times to write folklore, evermore and Midnights? Who the hell is the âfinance guyâ? Is there a tie in with âsevenâ and âBut Daddy I Love Himâ? Is there perhaps a metaphor of being closeted? You know that your girls are going to explain alllllll their findings!
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction
(00:39) What's On Our Plate
(02:57) "Girls" HBO Characters As "The Tortured Poets"
(06:34) Introducing "I Hate It Here"
(08:04) Sara's Personal Associations
(10:53) Laura's Personal Associations
(13:13) Other Taylor Songs With Similar Themes
(15:35) Verse 1: Who The Hell Is The "Finance Guy"?
(20:03) Verse 1: "Eternal Consolation Prize"
(21:52) Verse 1: "Was A Debutante" = Pre-Reputation
(23:22) Chorus: "Secret Gardens" The Book, Gaylor Theories, Metaphors for Folklore/Evermore
(30:15) "Seven" & " But Daddy I Love Him" Tie Ins
(32:58) Verse 2: Past Era Games of Girlhood
(38:09)Verse 2: The Female "Roman Empire"
(40:52) Verse 2: Hidden Mistake "No Midnight In Paris"
(43:13) Chorus 2: "Lunar Valleys"
(46:11) Chorus 2: "The Night That I Might Die"
(48:52) Chorus 2: "Only The Gentle Survived"
(50:03) Bridge: "This Place Made Me Feel Worthless"
(54:26) Recording Details That Illustrate Getting Lost In Other Worlds
(56:18) Other Music & Recording Process Details
(58:15) Our Ratings & Favorite Lyrics
(01:01:56) This Song As A Recipe
(01:04:14) What's Next & Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Variety Magazine interview Allison Williams & Ebon Moss-Bachrach (aka the original tortured poets in HBOâs Girls)
Funny Story by Emily Henry
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Summary
As soon as Taylor uttered the words âFemale Rage: The Musicalâ after unveiling TTPD on the Eras Tour, Sara and Laura knew what had to be done! Laura, as a hardcore musical theater girlie, walks us through a brief history of musicals before the ladies compare alllllll the Broadway references hidden in The Eras Tour. Turns out, Tay Tay is definitely a musical theater gal!
Sara and Laura also have a hefty conversation critiquing the album variant rollout, as well as their disappointment in the Billie Eilish back and forth, excitement for new Karma easter eggs, and their wishlist of what âFemale Rage: The Musicalââs songs would be if it were a real Broadway show! This episode is such a goodie.
Chapters
(00:00) Welcome Back & Chit Chat
(08:29) Unpacking The Billie Eilish Back & Forth
(16:58) Critiquing Taylorâs Variant Release Rollout
(23:46) Karma: The Lost Album & Recently Dropped Clues
(26:55) Female Rage: The Musical Context
(29:12) Taylorâs Musical Theater Background
(33:40) Discussing Female Rage & Reputation
(37:26) A Quick Musical Theater History
(41:43) The Eras Tour References To Musical
(42:17) Vigilante Shit = Chicago
(44:25) I Can Do It With A Broken Heart = A Chorus Line
(47:20) The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived = Les Miserables
(49:20) Tolerate It = Waitress
(52:20) Midnight Rain = Singinâ In The Rain
(52:59) Willow = MacBeth
(52:54) Last Great American Dynasty = Choregraphed Storytelling
(53:17) Reputation = Six
(54:38) So High School = Grease
(54:54) Whoâs Afraid Of Little Old Me = Wicked
(55:32) The Eras Tour As A Staged Spectacle
(57:26) Sara & Lauraâs Female Rage: The Musical Song List
(01:05:05) Taylorâs Use of Songwriting As A Processing Tool
(01:06:48) The Musical As A Food
(01:12:23) Next Episodes & Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Billie & Taylor Feud Timeline
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Summary
Fresh out the (slammer)⌠TTPD Eras Tour addition in Paris⌠Sara and Laura are beside themselves with excitement in todayâs episode! The ladies react to Taylorâs first performance of The Tortured Poets Department songs, share a super cool listener email, and give some personal updates on life, upcoming events (Saraâs wedding!), and their shared nostalgia for Bon Appetit circa 2020. After all the chit-chat, these two ladies analyze one of Taylorâs most meta âdepressed bopsâ⌠âI Can Do It With A Broken Heart.â Did you catch all the Eras Tour references in this song? How about the beats per minute aligning with another very suspicious song or two? This episode is such a goodie, so be sure to subscribe and tune in!
Chapters
(00:00)Welcome!
(00:29) Our Reactions To TTPD on The Eras Tour
(04:38) Personal Updates: Wedding Planning, Ice Cream Dreams, Bon Appetit Test Kitchen & More
(13:00) Listener Email: Wine & Taylor Swift
(14:36) Lowercase Inside A Vault / Karma The Lost Album
(18:33) Analyzing 'I Can Do It With a Broken Heart'
(21:40) Taylor's "Depressed Bops"
(23:14) The Meta-ness of This Song
(25:36) The Context of This Song
(28:50) The "Showbiz" References In This Song
(32:23) He Said He'd Love Me For All Time - Show Must Go On
(35:57) Sparkling Summer
(37:06) Strategic Placement in the Album Track Listing
(39:28) Acknowledgement Of Her Success
(40:59) Other Eras Tour References In The Lyrics
(44:14) Music Theory & Barbie Influence
(47:41) Similarities to "Mastermind"
(49:34) "CPR" Beats Per Minute
(53:43) The Brutal Honesty of Taylor Swift's Lyrics
(01:05:36) This Song As A Food
(01:08:07) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
@twobottlestef on Instagram
TwoBottleStef.com
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Summary
When Tay Tay dropped a music video on release day⌠your girls Sara and Laura were EXHAUSTED. After dusting off the shock and emotions of The Anthology, your two Swiftie besties knew that a whole episode had to be made breaking down all the Easter Eggs and aesthetics it contained. Going scene by scene, the ladies delve into the âhidden cluesâ of other TTPD song references and past albums of Taylorâs too! Do you believe the 3 man theory? Is the video based on the aesthetics of The 1975? The ladies unpack it all and then some!
Chapters
(00:00) Welcome & Chit Chat
(00:56) TTPD Is Lauraâs 3rd Fave TS Album
(03:29) Rushed Commentary From Music Critics
(07:20) TTPD On The Eras Tour
(08:52) Sara & Lauraâs Perfect 16 Track Album
(18:53) Fortnight Music Video Deep Dive
(20:52) Opening Credits & The Overall Aesthetic of the Video
(24:35) Scene 1: The Asylum
(29:00) Scene 2: The Writerâs Room
(36:46) Scene 3: Silhouette/Memory
(45:10) Scene 4: Lab Room/Lobotomy?
(50:26) Scene 5: The Phone Booth
(53:02) Scene 6: Flashbacks and Ending
(54:20) The 3 Men Theory
(01:00:19) This Music Video As A Food/Drink
(01:02:14) TTPD Film Photo Hidden Easter Egg
(01:03:47) Emma Stone âOdditiesâ
(01:06:49) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
People Magazine: Taylor Swiftâs âFortnightâ Music Video Costuming Decoded
Toni MatiÄevskiâs wedding dress costuming details
Elena Velezâs costuming details
Victorian mourning dress history
Calla Lilies hidden meaning post
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The Tortured Poets Department WRECKED Sara and Laura, and they are âdown bad.â In this episode, the ladies are ready to unpack allllllllllll the details they loved and noticed during their first 72 hours of listening to it! From a deep dive explanation and timeline of Matty Healy & Taylorâs 10-year situationship, the connections and hidden messages between Taylor and The 1975âs lyrics, and so much more. Sonic differences in Album 1 and Album 2 of TTPDâs Anthology Edition as discussed, as well as share a pretty cool theory as to why the album reminds them so much of folklore/evermore and Midnights. Do you agree?! This is a long one, but Sara and Laura have SO much more to unpack. Letâs get into it.
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction & TTPD Excitement!
(06:38) Common Themes in TTPD
(11:49) The Matty Healy Of It AllâŚ
(29:48) Taylorâs Intentions & Explaining TTPDâs Familiar Sound
(40:13) Album 1 vs. Album 2 / Jack vs. Aaron Production
(44:35) Literary References in TTPD
(46:40) Matty & Taylor's Hidden Messages To Each Other Through Lyrics
(54:08) Lyrics That Punched Us In Our Gut
(01:14:47) Our Current Top 3 Songs
(01:18:54) Will TTPD Be On The Eras Tour?
(01:22:34) TTPD As A Food
(01:28:05) Help Us Pick Our Next Episode Focus!
(01:30:19) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
iHeartRadio Taylor Intros/Explains Her Songs
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Chapters
(00:00) Intro & Welcome Back Rebecca!
(00:39) Taylor's Curated Playlists: The Five Stages of Heartbreak
(09:54) Analyzing the Denial Playlist: âLoverâ & âLavendar Hazeâ
(19:03) Denial: âSweet Nothingâ & âBettyâ
(23:02) Denial: âBettyâ & Joeâs Affair Rumors
(26:15) Denial: âCruel Summerâ
(23:02) Denial: âBejeweledâ As A Segue From Denial
(35:08) Anger: Songs With Obvious Themes
(37:36) Anger: âTolerate Itâ & Itâs Bridge
(41:13) Anger: The Eras Tour Version of âIllicit Affairsâ
(44:08) Anger: âExileâ
(45:53) Bargaining: âPeaceâ
(50:12) Bargaining: âThe Archerâ, âCornelia Streetâ & âDBATCâ
(55:51) Bargaining: âAfterglowâ & âRenegadeâ
(58:44) Depression: âChampagne Problemsâ & âConey Islandâ
(01:03:55) Acceptance: âLabrinythâ& What's Up With The April Date?
(01:08:15) Wrapping Up Some Cohesive Themes In The Playlist
(01:10:35) Half Moonshine, Full Eclipse & Other Easter Eggs
(01:15:35) Tortured Poets Department Excitement
(01:18:39) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Rebeccaâs Tiktok & IG
KĂźbler-Ross model
Apple Music - I Love You Itâs Ruining My Life: Denial Playlist
Apple Music - You Donât Get To Tell Me About Sad: Anger Playlist
Apple Music - Am I Allowed To Cry?: Bargaining Playlist
Apple Music - Old Habits Die Screaming: Depression Playlist
Apple Music - I Can Do It With A Broken Heart: Acceptance
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Chapters
(00:00) Intro
(02:42) Slut! / 1989 Taylorâs Version Losses
(06:35) Updates & Fan Theories on TTPD
(20:31) What Weâre Listening To Lately + Fletcher Drama
(30:36) Taylorâs Baking Skills & Homemade Pop Tarts
(39:05) The History of Pop Tarts
(42:52) Childhood Snacks and Nostalgia
(45:59) Assigning Pop-Tart Flavors to Taylor Swift Albums
(01:03:15) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Andy Reid Speaking About Taylor & Her Pop Tarts
Pop Tarts Reacts To TS News
Pop Tart History
Pop Tart Flavor List
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Chapters
(00:00) Introduction & Meet Rebecca!
(04:52) Rebecca's Swiftie Backstory
(09:30) Rebecca's Sun, Moon, and Rising Albums
(19:40) Coney Island's History and Symbolism
(34:24) Perspective Of The Lyrics: Reflection or A Two Person Story?
(37:32) Collaborators & Aaron Dessner's Influence
(42:09) Verse 1
(45:03) Chorus
(47:40) Verse 2
(56:08) Bridge: Chronological References
(56:47) Bridge: The Gold Clock and "The Moment I Knew" Birthday Cake
(01:00:54) Bridge: The Bluest Skies and "Dear John"
(01:02:20) Bridge: The Infamous Harry Styles Snowmobile Accident
(01:04:01) Bridge: The Calvin Harris Connection
(01:09:26) The Repeating Cycle and Imagery of Coney Island
(01:12:45) The Unison Singing and Echoing Cycle
(01:19:24) Favorite Lyrics and Ratings
(01:24:54) The Queer Lore of Taylor Swift
(01:29:34) Song as a Recipe
(01:32:34) Taylor Swift's Camera & Filter
(01:34:25) Where to Find Rebecca Online
(01:36:30) Closing Remarks & Signing Off!
Links Referenced
Liv Shawâs Dissertation
Story of Coney Islandâs Creation
Taylorâs Iconic Camera Filter
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Chapters
(00:00) Welcome & Chit Chat
(01:32) The Album Variants w/ Different Bonus Tracks
(03:26) The Album Variants + The Stages of Grief
(08:26) The Manuscript & The Bolter
(10:10) The Albatross
(17:19) The Black Dog
(19:35) The Album Cover Imagery
(21:01) The Symbol of the Black Dog
(22:40) Dear Readerâs First Verse Calls Out Each Variant?
(26:31) Bejeweled Music Video Easter Eggs
(32:20) Signing Off!
Links Referenced
@eurosweetheartâs Theory on Dear Reader
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Chapters
(00:00) Intro & Taylor News
(03:27) The Bolter
(05:57) Other Taylor Updates & Corrections
(14:17) Tortured Poets Department Album Imagery & Infidelity Speculation
(19:03) Leaked Tracks
(22:01) Daylight Connection
(34:36) Taylor Swift Image & Public Perception
(19:03) Leaked Tracks
(37:54) Taylorâs Songwriting Process & The Inspiration Behind Blank Space
(44:28) Music Analysis of âBlank Spaceâ
(55:47) âBlank Spaceâ Music Video
(01:01:22) Favorite Lyric & Rating
(01:04:08) âBlank Spaceâ as a Recipe
(01:08:12) Closing & Whatâs Next
Links Referenced
Swift Alert App
Rolling Stoneâs 500 Best Songs of All Time
GQ Interview: Taylor Swift on "Bad Blood," Kanye West, and How People Interpret Her Lyrics
âBlank Spaceâ Grammy Museum Performance
âBlank Spaceâ Music Video
The Guardian Article: Taylor Swift in the Blank Space video is the woman we've been waiting for
Pizza Royal 007
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