Episode 106 - We knew Taylor Swift was trouble when she walked in at the Victoria's Secret Fashion show. In this mid-week episode of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor's killer performances on the VS Fashion Show, first opening with Fall Out Boy for "My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark" and closing the show with "I Knew You Were Trouble." It's undeniable that Taylor gave the best performance of the night, but we ponder why exactly Taylor appeared on the VS Fashion Show. After all, the words "Taylor Swift" and "lingerie" have been mutually exclusive until now. Perhaps Taylor performed for promotional reasons? Or because one of her best friends, Lily Aldridge, is a VS model? Listen up to episode 106 of Taylor Talk to find out our opinions and be sure to send us your own. Enjoy the show!

Highlights from Episode 106 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- We recap the eleven days of the Taylor Swift Store's 13 Days of Taylor. Visit TaylorTalk.org/13days to view all the fantastic products!

- Enter code TAYLORTALK to receive a free RED Album poster on purchases of $10 or more!

- CONTEST ALERT: follow @taylortalk13 on twitter to find out how you can win the RED Tour Lithograph. It's open to International Swifties too! :)

- The curse is broken! Taylor Swift accepted the Worldwide Artist of the Year award at the 2013 ACAs!

- We review Taylor's performance at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. 

- Is Taylor Swift still relatable even though she's now on par with the Victoria's Secret Angels?

- Taylor did it, so we can talk about the butt slap between her and Cara Delevingne.

- Adam's sings a beautiful rendition of "Happy Birthday" to Taylor Swift!!

Episode 105 - Taylor Swift goes back to December all the time, so we decided to do a song analysis for this week's episode! In Episode 105 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss in-depth "Back to December" off the Speak Now album. We analyze who the song is about (even though it's kind of obvious), the music video, and Taylor Swift's performance on the Speak Now World Tour. We also update you on the first eight days of the Taylor Swift store's 13 Days of Taylor holiday promotion, including telling you how you can win a free RED Tour Lithograph! Check out more information on our twitter page @taylortalk13. Hope you enjoy the episode!

Highlights from Episode 105 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast:

- We recap the first eight days of the Taylor Swift Store's 13 Days of Taylor. Visit TaylorTalk.org/13days to view all the fantastic products!

- Enter code TAYLORTALK to receive a free RED Album poster on purchases of $10 or more!

- Taylor Swift was nominated for FOUR Grammys! Woo!

- The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show will air on CBS at 10/9c, including Taylor Swift's performance of "I Knew You Were Trouble" and "My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark" with Fall Out Boy.

- What would Taylor do if the power went out while she was on stage? Well, now we know.

- Main Discussion: "Back to December" Song Analysis 

- "This is about someone who was incredible to me... and I was careless with him. So, this is a song full of words that I would say to him." - Taylor Swift 

- Did Taylor use "Apologize" and "You're Not Sorry" as a response to "Back to December" in her Speak Now performance?

- We discuss the presentation of "Back to December" as a cyclical video. 

- If Swifties ruled the world... It wouldn't be Disneyland it would be Swiftiesland! And Meredith would be a character!

- What are Swifties listening to? "Amber Waves" by Erin McCarley 

- CONTEST: You can win a RED Tour Lithograph by following @taylornation13, @taylortalk13, and RTing the contest tweet. You can find out more information via our twitter page @taylortalk13. It's open to International Swifties too! 

Episode 104 - We teamed up with Taylor Nation to bring you an EXCLUSIVE review of two new Taylor Swift holiday products!! As part of Taylor Swift’s online store’s 13 Days of Taylor holiday promotion, Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast was chosen to unveil two new products: a RED Tour poster and a RED Tour lithograph. Both of these items are avaiable exclusively via store.taylorswift.com. PLUS, if your total Taylor Swift Store purchase is over $10, type in promo code TAYLORTALK to receive a free RED Album poster! Finally, check out our twitter account @taylortalk13for your chance to win the RED Tour poster and the RED Tour lithograph (we do ship international). We hope you enjoy our review of the new Taylor Swift holiday products! Happy listening

Highlights from Episode 104 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
- We unveil two new Taylor Swift products as part of 13 Days of Taylor: a RED Tour poster ($9.99) and a RED Tour Lithograph ($14.99)
- IF you spend more than $10 in the Taylor Swift store, be sure to enter promo code TAYLORTALK to receive a free RED Album poster!
- The hosts give you their initial reactions to the products (silly Adam didn’t share what they were beforehand!)
- How impossible is it to sum up our love for Taylor Swift in one sentence? I mean, really?! Can’t be done.
- We discuss how being part of Taylor Talk has changed our lives.
- You know who’s cool? Male Swifties. That’s who.
- CONTEST ALERT: follow @taylorswift13 on twitter to find out how you can win the RED Tour poster and the RED Tour Lithograph.

Episode 103 - Listen up for a "Haunted" song analysis! In episode 103 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts -- Adam, Diane, and Steve (and a guest host, Mishell) -- break down one of Taylor Swift's most underrated songs, "Haunted." It is perhaps one of Taylor's darkest songs, and it certainly shows off her talent as a songwriter and her haunting vocal ability. Please let us know your thoughts on the song. Happy listening :) 

P.S. Our second ever LIVE episode will air on youtube.com/taylortalk13 this Tuesday, December 3rd at 6:30pm PT/9:30pm ET. See you there!

Highlights from Episode 103 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Announcement: LIVE SHOW this Tuesday December 3 - 6:30 p.m. PT/9:30 p.m. ET via youtube.com/taylortalk13

- Taylor will perform at the Grammy Nominations Concert from Sydney on December 6th!

- Sami from @TSwiftOnTour gives us the updates on the RED Tour.

- Main Discussion: Perhaps one of Taylor Swift's most underrated songs: "Haunted"

- We discuss Taylor's NBC Special for "Haunted," the almost music video

- The song "Haunted" is really about two guys... John Mayer? Joe Jonas? Taylor Lautner?

- If Swifties ruled the world, Mcdonalds would be named Swiftdonalds. Yum!

- What are Swifties Listening To? "Devil May Cry" By The Weeknd.

Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, and Prince William are 'Livin on a Prayer'! In this week's episode of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we give you full coverage of Taylor Swift's appearance at the Winter Whites Gala. We discuss her individual performance as well as her duet with Bon Jovi and Prince William. We also answer a few ask.fm questions and Adam teaches everyone a festive turkey song for the American Thanksgiving holiday. Gobble gobble gobble! :)

Highlights from Episode 102 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Taylor Swift met Prince William (or he met her) at the Winter Whites Gala.

- Bon Jovi invited Prince William and Taylor Swift to sing "Livin on a Prayer" with him

- What would Taylor do if she could record a song with Will?

- Shout out to our friend @TSwiftCAN, who was nice enough to help Adam prepare for this episode.

- That amazing moment when Taylor got to sing "Love Story" for a real prince and princess.

- We answer some listener ask.fm questions from ask.fm/taylortalk13.

- If Taylor was a guest on Taylor Talk, what would we ask her? (I'd die of happiness if this happened)

- Would you rather meet Taylor and become best friends with her, but never get to see her, or be her backup singer and not be great friends with her?

- What would you do if you found out your crush ran a podcast about a celebrity? Let us know!

- Adam makes sure you remember your turkey song for this year's Thanksgiving.

Episode 101 - Taylor Swift is the queen of pop, tell us something we don't know! In Episode 101 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, a panel of two, Adam and Diane, discuss Taylor Swift's extensive interview entitled "Why Taylor Swift Is the Reigning Queen of Pop," published in New York Magazine. The article is incredibly dense and detailed, so we were only able to talk about a handful of things raised in the article such as Taylor's genre, what she sees herself doing in the future, her songwriting, and the upcoming fifth album. If you have any thoughts relating to the article, be sure to send them in and we may include them on a future episode! Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 101 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Taylor Swift took home four American Music Awards, including Artist of the Year!

- The RED Tour is making its first international stop in Auckland, New Zealand this week

- Read about the history of Taylor's lucky number thirteen on taylorswift13.org/taylor-swift-13.

- Main Discussion: "Why Taylor Swift Is the Reigning Queen of Pop" from New York Magazine / Vulture.com.

- "I’ll just go in the studio and write songs for kids. It’s looking like a good pension plan.” - Taylor Swift on the future and aging gracefully.

- We discuss whether or not Taylor alluded to the theme of "The Lucky One" in her interview.

- “I heard from the guy that most of Red is about,” Swift said. “He was like, ‘I just listened to the album, and that was a really bittersweet experience for me. It was like going through a photo album." -- is he talking about "All Too Well"?

- Taylor Swift is going to start working with Max Martin and Shellback on the fifth album; does this mean the album will be heavily pop-centric?

- Fun fact: we have a Facebook! It's a great way to submit to the show! Facebook.com/TaylorTalk13

- If Swifties ruled the world, Taylor's unicorn shirt would say "Lovers Gonna Love."

- You know you're a Swifty when you're screaming so loud at a Taylor concert that people move to get away from you :D

- What are Swifties Listening To? Danielle Bradbery. Her new album came out on November 25th.

Episode 100 - Happy ONE HUNDRED episodes Taylor Talk!! Your hosts -- Adam, Maya, Diane, and Steve -- celebrate by looking back on past episodes and how incredible podcasting has been and will continue to be, all thanks to our lovely listeners! We also answer several interesting ask.fm questions, like what songs we'd write with Taylor Swift if given the chance and debate on how we think Taylor Swift would like to be proposed to... Just wait and hear what the guys have to say about that one! Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 100 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Check out some highlights from our past 99 episodes in the Special Guests section of TaylorTalk.org for interviews with Charlie Worsham, Brian Mansfield, Declan Whitebloom, and more!

- Fun fact: there is enough Taylor Talk content to listen for nearly three days!

- Is it Swifty or Swiftie? Debate!

- What is the song that comes to your mind when you think of Taylor Swift?

- We dream about the songs we'd co-write with Taylor Swift if given the opportunity.

- Let's talk love and romance... how would Taylor Swift like to be proposed to? ;)

- The hosts discuss the paramount and unutterable way Taylor Swift has changed our lives, all for the better of course.

Episode 99 - The official music video for "The Last Time" has been released! Your hosts -- Adam, Maya, Diane and Steve -- analyze the music video and discuss whether or not a tour video was an appropriate choice for this song. We also create our own music videos for "The Last Time" as if we were the director. Let us know what you think of "The Last Time" music video, and we hope you enjoy Episode 99 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast. Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 99 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Taylor just won the Billboard Top Package Award for the RED show!

- Be sure to watch the American Music Awards on Sunday, November 28th on ABC at 8/7c

- Main discussion: the official music video for "The Last Time" aka Taylor and Gary Lightbody's live performance of the song

- Steve wishes the X Factor UK performance of "The Last Time" would have been the official music video

- We put our "director's hats" on and plan our own music video for "The Last Time"

- This episode includes the longest argument over a door. Like ever. 

- Maya gives us her own thoughts on which Taylor song she'd make into a music video.

- What would you guys think if we made our own fan-made music video of "All Too Well"?

- November 17th: Adam was nice to someone. Alert the media.

- You know you're a Swifty when you haven't slept for hours and start seeing illusions of Taylor everywhere. That sounds so scary…

- What are Swifties listening to? "Follow Your Arrow" by Kacey Musgraves. 

- Thank you to everyone for voting for us in the Podcast Awards! 

- New mini-segment: stump THE host! A listener sends in a trivia question for Adam :)

Episode 98 - What would you do if you could direct a Taylor Swift music video? Listen up to Episode 98 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast as your hosts -- Adam, Diane, and Steve -- pick their favorite Taylor Swift songs and wear the "director's hat" to plan the videos. We discuss different ways one could film "Enchanted," "All Too Well," and "Holy Ground," just to name a few. Let us know if you come up with any creative music video directing ideas! Happy listening :)

Highlights from Episode 98 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Taylor Swift's appearance on the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show will air on December 10th on CBS.

- Which one of Taylor's songs has impacted you the most? 

- Diane shocks Adam and Steve with a very "morbid" take on "Long Live"

- If you could have any Taylor Swift song made into a music video that hasn't been already, which one would you pick?

- We wear the director's hat and plan music videos for "Enchanted," "Holy Ground," "All Too Well," "The Lucky One," and "State of Grace."

- Want to wish Taylor Swift a happy birthday? Visit HappyBirthdayTaylor.com to leave Taylor Swift a birthday message. The deadline is November 20th. 

- Don't forget to vote for Taylor Talk in the Podcast Awards for the People's Choice and Entertainment categories. Voting closes THIS Friday, November 15th at 9pm EST. Thank you everyone for voting!

Episode 97 - The CMAs honored Taylor Swift with the Pinnacle Award, and we use this opportunity to look back and see how far she's come. In Episode 97 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts Adam, Maya, Diane, and Steve analyze Taylor's underdog anthem, "Change," and use that song as a lens to discuss Taylor's growth as an award-winning country music artist. In addition, we remind you to vote for Taylor Swift in all the upcoming award shows (People's Choice, American Music Awards, and Aria Awards). Please also vote for Taylor Talk in the Podcast Awards for the People's Choice and Entertainment categories. Voting closes THIS Friday, November 15th at 9pm EST. Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 97 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Things to vote for: Taylor Swift for PCA's Favorite County Artist, AMA's Artist of the Year, and Aria Award's Best International Artist!

- Don't forget to vote for Taylor Talk in the Podcast Awards for the People's Choice and Entertainment categories. Voting closes THIS Friday, November 15th at 9pm EST.

- We discuss Taylor's "Change" from winning the CMA Horizon Award to the Pinnacle Award.

- "It was absolutely the most amazing night of my life, getting to see the emotion of all the people who worked so hard for me." - Taylor Swift's response to winning the CMA Horizon Award in 2007

- Secret message: "You made things change for me." Is that about Scott Borchetta? 

- "Change" is proof Taylor doesn't just write about break ups! Duh.

- Fun Fact: "Change" become part of the 2008 US Olympic Team soundtrack.

- You know you're a Taylor Talk Swifty when Steve's deep manly voice can put you to sleep :P

- Listen to our interview with Clara (@FeministTSwift) on Episode 68.

- Shout out to our friend, Pia Toscano! You can see her Stageit show on December 15th at 5:00 PST.

- What are Swiftie's listening to? "Queen Bee" by Rochelle Diamante

Episode 96 - CMA Awards Coverage! Your Taylor Talk hosts discuss what an incredible night it was for Taylor Swift; Not only did she take home four CMAs, but one of them was the highly coveted Pinnacle Award (*cough*pinneapple award*cough*)! We revel in what an amazing achievement this was for Taylor as well as analyze her special performance of "Red," featuring Vince Gill & Alison Krauss. Let us know what you thought of the CMAs and enjoy the show!

Highlights from Episode 96 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Taylor won four awards tonight: Musical Event of the Year & Video of the Year for "Highway Don't Care," the International Artist Achievement Award, and the coveted Pinnacle Award.

- Check out Episode 62 for our interview with Shane Drake, the video director for "Highway Don't Care"

- What did y'all think of Taylor's CMA performance of "Red"?

- Be sure to purchase the 2013 CMA Awards version of "Red" on iTunes now!

- Diane got very emotional when Taylor was presented with her Pinnacle Award! Raise your hand if you cried too.

- The Pinnacle Award proves how incredibly influential Taylor Swift is, not only in the country music scene, but in music itself.

- "And most of all the fans, who filled stadiums… thank you thank you I love you made me feel so special right now." -From Taylor Swift's Pinnacle Award acceptance speech

- Fun Fact: The only other artist to be honored with the Pinnacle Award was Garth Brooks in 2005. 

- We challenge you to make a Taylor Swift meme holding the "pineapple award" before Steve does!!

- Reminder: please vote for us daily in the 9th annual Podcast Awards! We are nominated for People's Choice & Entertainment. Thank you so much for voting!

We go LIVE to celebrate Taylor Talk's second birthday! The full cast of Taylor Talk -- Adam, Maya, Diane, and Steve -- met up on Youtube to discuss fifth album speculation, Taylor news, and take questions from listeners on the air. Episode 95 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast was recorded live on YouTube for your viewing pleasure, but if you missed the show, you can watch the video below or listen to the episode via iTunes. Enjoy!

Highlights from Episode 95 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Maya is back to join us for our very first live episode ever!

- Adam plays around with sound effects & video effects… spoiler: his favorite live "costume" is Meredith

- "I Knew You Were Trouble" is YouTube’s Phenomenon of the Year! Congratulations Taylor!

- Keep voting for Taylor for the AMAs at ama.votenow.tv! 

- Main Discussion: Fifth album speculation- Which direction could Taylor go musically?

- We drew much of our inspiration for this discussion from “The 5 Directions Taylor Could Go On Her Next Album” from radio.com.

- You know you're a Swifty when you listen to Taylor Talk LIVE in your school bathroom.  

- If you watch the LIVE video, beware of the giant Panda bear. 

- The cool thing about attending a live episode is you get to submit your own mini-segments live!

- What Are Swifties Listening To? "Won't Go Home Without You" by Maroon 5

- Taylor Talk is officially nominated for the Podcast Awards in the categories of Entertainment and People's Choice!! Please VOTE everyday at podcastawards.com. If you take a screen shot of your vote, we'll give you a shout out on the show!

- We announce the winner of the “Taylor Swift Through The Years” Contest. Congratulations!

Episode 94 - Controversy in the air? We think so. On Episode 94 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, join Adam, Diane, and Steve for a controversial, yet much needed discussion concerning award shows… Remember how Taylor Swift wins nearly every fan-voted award she's nominated for? Well, despite having 14 ACA nominations in the award show's history, Taylor has never won an ACA. We discuss the potential reasons why and why it's STILL important to vote for Taylor no matter what. Enjoy the show!

Highlights from Episode 94 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Reminder: Voting for the Podcast Awards begins on November 1st. Please vote for us for Best Entertainment and People's Choice at PodcastAwards.com!

- Do you think that Taylor will perform "Sweeter Than Fiction" at her international shows?

- Adam knows Taylor Swift listens to ALL of our episodes. Oh, of course...

- Hear Steve's Taylor Talk debut on the All Guys Episode!

- (Not So) Fun Fact: Taylor has been nominated numerous times for the ACA awards, but she has not won a single award. Um, what?

- We discussed the validity of fan voted awards (People's Choice, American Music Awards, Billboard Awards, etc.) in Episode 72. 

- The take-away: when in doubt, vote for Taylor Swift no matter what. Be sure to vote for her at theacas.com.

- The first LIVE show will be THIS Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM PST/6 PM EST/ 11 PM London / Sunday November 3rd at 9AM in Sydney, Australia. Tune in on our YouTube channel, www.YouTube.com/TaylorTalk13

- Be sure to enter our "Taylor Through The Years" Contest! There are only a few days left to enter. Enter at TaylorTalk.org/Contest. You can enter once per day, and the contest ends on November 1st. 

- In celebration of our 2nd birthday, Taylor Talk T-shirts will be $7 instead of $13 in our online store. This is an exclusive 24-hour sale, so get em while they're cheap!

Episode 93 - In Episode 93 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we make a very special announcement: we were nominated for the Podcast Awards in the Entertainment and People's Choice categories!! This is a huge achievement and we are SO excited about it! We couldn't have done this without the generous support of our listeners, so thank you so much. We hope you enjoy this light-hearted episode of us sharing our excitement and our love for all things Taylor Swift. Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 93 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Taylor Talk is officially nominated for the Podcast Awards in the categories of Entertainment and People's Choice!! Voting begins on November 1st at podcastawards.com.

- Taylor is bringing the RED Tour to even more places… She just added Berlin to her list of tour dates!

- Don't forget to nominate Taylor for the following awards: The People's Choice Awards Nominations, Youtube Music Awards (vote by sharing Taylor's Artist of the Year video & the Youtube Phenomenon video for "I Knew You Were Trouble"), and the AMAs at ama.votenow.tv! 

- It's Steve vs. Diane in a round of Taylor Swift trivia.

- You know you're a Swifty when you want to read stories about Taylor as fairy and Ed Sheeran as a werewolf. 

- Fun Fact: Shane Drake has directed a Taylor Swift music video, as well as a music video for this week's What are Swifties listening to: Hunter Hayes! (listen to our interview with Shane Drake in episode 62)

- Reminder: Our first LIVE show to celebrate our two year anniversary will be on Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM PST/6 PM EST/ 11 PM London / Sunday November 3rd at 9AM in Australia. You can tune in at http://www.youtube.com/taylortalk13.

- Don't forget to enter our super valuable, super awesome "Taylor Through The Years" Contest! Enter at TaylorTalk.org/Contest.

Episode 92 - Couldn't get enough of "Sweeter Than Fiction?" Neither could we. Join Adam, Steve, and our friend Eric in Episode 92 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast for Part 2 of our "Sweeter Than Fiction" discussion. We were so excited about all the amazing insight you guys emailed us, that we had to share! So now this entire episode is a discussion about YOUR emails!! Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 92 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Eric rejoins us for this "Sweeter Than Fiction" recap episode.

- That awkward moment when Australian iTunes got Taylor Talk's "Sweeter Than Fiction" discussion faster than the actual song itself.

- We discuss some AWESOME listener emails. You guys have tons of insight into "Sweeter Than Fiction."

- A listener points out how similar "Change" and "Sweeter Than Fiction" actually are.

- "This is either where you prove the people who like you right, or the people who hate you right." 

- Is it LIFE is sweeter than fiction or LOVE is sweeter than fiction?

- We theorize about whether or not this song is representative of Taylor's future fifth album.

- The boys go off on an 80's tangent... John Hughes anyone?

- Dear Andrea Swift, "Dream Adam" does all his own stunts.

- The first LIVE show will be on Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM PST/6 PM EST/ 11 PM London / Sunday November 3rd at 9AM in Sydney, Australia. Tune in on our YouTube channel, www.YouTube.com/TaylorTalk13

- Be sure to enter our "Taylor Through The Years" Contest! Enter at TaylorTalk.org/Contest. You can enter once per day.

- Fun Fact: if you like Harry Potter, you can listen to Adam and Eric on Hogwarts Radio, a Harry Potter themed podcast!

SPECIAL EDITION - Sweeter Than Fiction

Here at Taylor Talk, we think this podcast is sweeter than fiction. In episode 91 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we bring you an analysis of Taylor Swift's newest song "Sweeter Than Fiction!" Taylor penned this song with Jack Antonoff, the guitarist from Fun, for the film entitled "One Chance," which is based on Britain's Got Talent winner, the opera singer Paul Potts. Taylor took a different approach to writing this song; as opposed to writing it from Paul Potts perspective or even her own, she wrote it from the point of view of his wife, the woman who knew Paul Potts could do incredible things from the very beginning. We hope you enjoy Taylor Swift's newest song "Sweeter Than Fiction" and you enjoy episode 91 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Talk Podcast. Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 91 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast:

- Taylor says her fifth studio album is "taking a different turn than anything I've done before."

- The words "Taylor Swift" & "award nominations" always go hand in hand as she's racked up another nomination.... Best International Artist for the 2013 ARIA Awards.

- We jump right into the main discussion: a song analysis of "Sweeter Than Fiction"

- You know you're a Swifty when you bleed red.

- Be sure to vote for Taylor for the AMAs at ama.votenow.tv! You can vote until November 15th.

- Reminder: Our first LIVE show to celebrate our two year anniversary will be on Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM PST/6 PM EST/ 11 PM London / Sunday November 3rd at 9AM in Australia

- Don't forget to enter our super valuable, super awesome "Taylor Through The Years" Contest! Enter at TaylorTalk.org/Contest.

Episode 90 - Which Taylor Swift song would we live in if we had the choice?  How do you join Taylor Connect (because you should)? Then we give some love to some great listeners. We also want to thank you all for nominating us for the 2013 Podcast Awards. It means so much to us and we appreciate your votes. We'll find out on November 1st if we've made it on the list, so keep your fingers crossed! Happy listening :)

Highlights from Episode 90 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Fun Fact: If all of Taylor's twitter followers lined up to meet her, the line would be nearly 10,000 miles long!

- If you could live in a Taylor Swift song, which one would it be? 

- Diane choses "Our Song" to be Adam & Steve's bromance song.

- An ask.fm listener requests that Diane do the show alone. #awkward

- Did Taylor actually go to Disneyland recently? Did she have an awkward run-in with John Mayer?

- If you don't have an account on Taylor Connect, you should join :)

- We send some love to all the people who recently reviewed us on iTunes & the people who nominated us for the Podcast Awards. Thank you so much!

- You know you're a Swifty when you've listened to Taylor Talk so many times that you can recite the contact methods by heart (when Steve and Diane still can't do it...)

- The first LIVE show will be on Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM PST/6 PM EST/ 11 PM London / Sunday November 3rd at 9AM in Sydney, Australia

- Be sure to enter our "Taylor Through The Years" Contest! Enter at TaylorTalk.org/Contest. You can enter once per day.

Episode 89 - Your hosts, Adam, Diane, and Steve take you through all the incredible Taylor news that has happened recently. We cover everything from award show nominations, radio interviews, and the opening of Taylor's very own education center at the Country Music Hall of Fame! Phew. She's a busy girl. We also announce the BEST contest giveaway we have ever done! Be sure to enter the "Taylor Through The Years" contest! Enjoy the episode :)

Highlights from Episode 89 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast:

- Reminder: Our first LIVE show to celebrate our two year anniversary will be on Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM PST/6 PM EST/ 11 PM London / Sunday November 3rd at 9AM in Australia

- We announce our super valuable, super awesome "Taylor Through The Years" Contest! Enter at TaylorTalk.org/Contest.

- Taylor will no doubt dominate the award shows next month; she has SIX CMA nominations and FIVE AMAs nominations.

- Be sure to vote for Taylor for the AMAs at ama.votenow.tv! You can vote until November 15th. 

- Adam comes to terms with the fact Taylor will indeed be in the film adaption of The Giver.

- That awkward moment when Taylor has never driven a maserati down a dead-end street.

- If you're looking for a laugh and to see Taylor's sassy side, be sure to watch Bobby Bones interview with Taylor.

- The Taylor Swift Education Center is now open in Nashville!

- Math question for Steve: If every Swifty lined up to meet Taylor Swift, how long would the line be?

- Please don't forget to nominate us for the Podcast Awards in the Entertainment and People's Choice categories! Let us know you nominated us and you'll get a shout out on the show :)

Episode 88 - Join the men of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast for episode 88! In this episode, Adam and Steve go through a few ask.fm questions, give shout outs to some amazing listeners, and... *drumroll* announce our first ever LIVE show! We hope you enjoy hanging out with Adam and Steve for another weekly uncut, unedited episode of Taylor Talk. Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 88 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Our first LIVE show to celebrate our two year anniversary will be on Saturday, November 2nd at 3PM PST/6 PM EST/ 11 PM London / Sunday November 3rd at 9AM in Australia

- Psst... we tease an upcoming contest & the winner will be announced on the live show!

- Would you go up and talk to Taylor if she was eating at a restaurant?

- Shout outs to some of our favorite updating accounts (who happen to be some of our good friends too): @TheSwiftAgency, @tswiftontour, @tayswiftdotcom, @hipstertswift, @SmilesForTaylor, and @tayswiftaus!

- Taylor is up to a whopping FIVE shows in London

- Fun fact: we actually know the kids looking snazzy in their Taylor Talk T-shirts on taylortalk.org/store. We didn't just hire models. 

- “Never compare yourself to other people. It's like comparing your behind the scenes to their highlights reel.” - Taylor Swift

- Adam challenges Taylor Swift to a bake off! Swift vs. Swifty.

- Happy Tell a Friend About Taylor Talk Day! Swifties, you're doing it right.

- Please don't forget to nominate us for the Podcast Awards in the Entertainment and People's Choice categories! Let us know you nominated us and you'll get a shout out on the show :)

Episode 87 - For episode 87 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we bring you part two of our RED Tour analysis. Just like part one, we discuss news & cover mini-segments before the tour analysis, just in case you don't want to spoil yourself! We also kindly ask you to nominate "Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast" for the 2013 PodCast Awards in the categories of People's Choice & Entertainment. Thanks so much, and we hope you enjoy the new episode! 

Highlights From Episode 87 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast:

- PLEASE nominate "Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast" for the PodCast Awards in the categories of People's Choice & Entertainment.

- You can now pre-order the "One Chance" soundtrack, which includes Taylor's new song, "Sweeter Than Fiction"

- You know you're a Swifty when posting updates about Taylor Swift has become a part-time job. We know what that's like! :)

- Swifties are listening to "Girls" by The 1975

- Adam slightly insults Diane by assuming she doesn't know the answer to his "nosebleed" question. Spoiler alert. She proves him wrong.

- The hosts agree on which one of Taylor's performance was HAWT

- Is it appropriate for fans to cheer during an emotional moment in a Taylor performance? We think yes.

- "Taylor looks like an angel descending from heaven." - Adam

- Send us your thoughts/opinions about the RED Tour via any one of our contacts below

Episode 86 - Join the men of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast for episode 86! Adam and Steve bring you your weekly unedited version of Taylor Talk where they banter about Taylor's alleged casting in the film adaptation of The Giver, Ozzy Osbourne, and zoo animals. Adam also tries to impress the listeners with his vocal imitation abilities. Are you impressed? Let us know, and happy listening!

Highlights From Episode 86 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Batman is the new host on Taylor Talk.

- Adam reminds you of his favorite Mad-Eye Moody quote: "Constant Vigilance!"

- Rumors are swirling about a new Taylor Swift single... could this be the last time we get a single off RED?

- Why hasn't Taylor confirmed or denied her casting in The Giver?

- Don't believe everything you read on Twitter.

- Ozzy Osbourne finally met someone who he could say is a true superstar (hint: her middle name is Alison).

- Do cats and giraffes get along? We hope so for Taylor's sake.

- Adam and Steve reminisce about old songs and draw attention to their ages (as usual).

- Be sure to tune in next Monday for part 2 of our RED Tour Discussion!

Episode 85 - Since the North American leg of the RED Tour is over, your Taylor Talk hosts can now discuss it! Join Adam, Diane, and Steve for this extra-long episode of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast for Part One of our RED Tour review. We cover the first half of the RED show and we'll discuss the final half of the show next Monday. Don't worry though, if you're still waiting to see the RED show and don't want to be spoiled, you can still listen to the beginning of the show for Taylor news and mini-segments. Enjoy the episode! 

Highlights From Episode 85 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Trivia: How many tickets were sold for the North American leg of the RED Tour?

- Diet Coke announces a sleek new design featuring Taylor Swift

- Haters gonna hate, but Taylor's gonna keep doing her thang.

- Taylor is bringing the RED Tour to LONDON in February!

- You know you're a Swifty when you obsess over Taylor's toenails... don't ask.

- Watch Steve's vine for the State of Grace opening and watch the curtain fall again & again & again...

- Adam predicted the show opener, although he doesn't remember it all.

- We love hairflip photo/hedgehog Taylor Swift so much that we used it for this episode's feature image.

- It's Adam & Diane vs. Steve on a particular performance (no spoilers!)

- Steve doesn't understand one of Taylor's costume choices. Pst. Men.

- Note: I (Diane) corrected Adam about Jessica Rabbit post-recording... she was in Who Framed Roger Rabbit, not Looney Toons.

- What is the difference between a carousel and a merry go round anyway? 

- Taylor snuck in a reference to a song she wrote before she was famous, "Lucky You," in a RED performance.

- Diane & Steve love it when you send in Adam is So Vain submissions.

Episode 84 - Two Taylor Talk episodes again this week? YES! In Episode 84 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, Adam, Maya, Diane, and Steve answer more of your ask.fm questions. We talk about our own personal hairbrush songs, how many amazing listeners we have in Alaska, and being fans of Taylor Swift, among other cool listener submitted questions. This is another one of our unedited episodes, so we hope you enjoy it! Happy listening and be sure to tune in for another new episode of Taylor Talk next Monday.

Highlights From Episode 84 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- This is Maya's first unedited episode of Taylor Talk. Brace yourselves. ;)

- Adam likes listening to the tall, dark, and handsome Luke Bryan.

- Steve talks about how he became a Swifty.

- We theorize about why the RED tour was so much shorter than Speak Now and Fearless.

- Alaskan listeners, we love you! All 700+ of you!

- We encourage the secret Swifties not to be ashamed of their love for Taylor.

- Taylor Swift likes her exes so much she buys tank tops with their names on it.

- Leave us a question on our ask.fm/taylortalk13 for next week!

Episode 83 - Adam, Diane, and Steve cover the Nashville shows, the last three shows of the North American leg of the RED Tour. We discuss special guests, Taylor being a trooper, and Ed Sheeran's silliness on stage. We also announce our upcoming four-part series where we'll discuss set design, costumes, and our opinions on the overall performance of each of the songs on the RED Tour! Stay tuned for that, but for now, enjoy episode 83. Happy listening!

Highlights From Episode 83 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Prepare for detailed RED Tour discussions in the upcoming weeks!

- The RED Tour is going international next!

- Fifth album news may come sooner than you think

- Sami gives us the last weekly RED Tour Wrap-Up for the North American leg of the tour from @TSwiftonTour.

- "Sorry guys I have to go blow my nose. Can you guys scream so it's not awkward?" Taylor Swift, ladies and gentlemen. 

- Fun Fact: Hunter Hayes made Adam lose his voice.

- Ed Sheeran surprised the fans (and Taylor) with some creative outfits: grumpy cat, cowboy hat, and clown impostor for WANEGBT.

- You know you're a Taylor Talk Swiftie when whenever someone says a bad joke, you say, "That's an Adam joke."

- Swifties are listening to "Can We Dance" by The Vamps, who happen to be Swifties too!

- That awkward moment when Adam says the episode will be brief and it ends up being almost 40 minutes long.

Episode 82 - Join Adam and Steve for another unedited, uncut edition of Taylor Talk! The boys have a last minute Nashville discussion before the tour wraps up. They theorize on who Taylor's special guests could be as well as some fun interesting things to do in the city of Nashville. Enjoy the show!

Highlights From Episode 82 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Adam, Diane, and Steve will be in Nashville for the last shows of the North American RED tour

- Adam and Steve's last minutes guesses on who Taylor's special guests might be in Nashville

- "Carly Simon did the Taylor Swift thing before Taylor Swift was born."

- We offer some suggestions for famous Taylor destinations in Nashville

- Sweet potato pancakes at Pancake Pantry is a MUST!

- Could a Taylor documentary be in the works?

- You should leave a voicemail on Taylor Talk… who knows? Maybe Adam will pick up the phone ;)

Episode 81 - An EXCLUSIVE interview with 50% of Liv Spencer, Jen Knoch. Jen and her friend, Crissy Calhoun, are the dynamic writing duo behind the Taylor Swift biography, Taylor Swift: The Platinum Edition. Jen tells us why she decided to write a biography about Taylor Swift and how this biography offers insight other Taylor Swift biographies lack. We also put Jen to the test in a round of Taylor Swift trivia with facts taken from her own book! We hope you enjoy listening to the interview as much as we enjoyed recording it. Happy listening!

Highlights from Episode 81 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Scott Borchetta gives Swifties an update on when we can expect Taylor's "Sweeter Than Fiction" to be released. 

- Sami gives us the weekly RED Tour Wrap-Up from @TSwiftonTour.

- We interview one of the authors, Jen Knoch, of Taylor Swift: The Platinum Edition, who happens to be a huge Swifty!

- She also writes Taylor Swift fanfiction on wattpad.com/livspencer about the stories behind each track on RED!

- The most interesting thing Jen learned about Taylor in the research process? How incredibly determined she's been since the tender age of 13. 

- See how well you do against Jen, the Taylor Swift biographer in a round of Taylor Trivia! Spoiler alert: all the answers can be found in Taylor Swift: The Platinum Edition

- Be sure to pick up Taylor Swift: The Platinum Edition!. Check it out on Amazon.com or from Barnes & Noble.

- You know you're a Swifty when you make Diane explain what a simile and a metaphor is using the song "Red."

- You know how Taylor Swift is feeling 22? Well, Emily's Army is feeling "Lost at 17."

Episode 80 - UNEDITED

Because one Taylor Talk episode a week isn't enough... we've recorded a special mid-week episode just for you! In this unplanned, unedited version of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we answer some listener ask.fm questions as well as cover Taylor's CMA nominations. And since Adam doesn't tend to pay attention to what his co-hosts are saying, we hope you will. Happy listening!  

Highlights from Episode 80 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast

- Never done before - We just hit the "record" button and let it go!  No editing, no script, but all the fun!

- What Taylor song is the most relatable in our lives right now?

- FYI: Diane is not related to JLo.

- What are our least favorite Taylor Songs?

- Adam is never in the mood for slow songs. Like ever.

- The pessimists on the show don't think Taylor will win that many CMA awards. Unfortunately. 

- We rehash the time old question: is Taylor still country?

- Be sure to send your Adam is so vain submissions to Diane (@notadumblond9)

Episode 79 - 

This week in Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we speculate on potential new Taylor Swift content for the fall. In the past, Taylor has released new albums in even years (ex. 2010, 2012) and gone on tour in odd years (ex. 2011, 2013). However, even in the odd years, she releases new content such as "Journey to Fearless," the Fearless Platinum Edition CD, and the Speak Now World Tour CD + DVD. In this episode, we theorize what Taylor could release this year... perhaps she'll even take the RED Tour to the big screen? Listen up to find out our thoughts and be sure to leave us some of your own in the comments below!

Highlights from Episode 79 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
- Adam notes how strange some radio DJ's introduce Taylor Swift
- Make sure you check out the video of Taylor's week at the Staples Center that includes interviews and performances from Cher Lloyd, Sara Bareilles, Tegan & Sara, Ellie Goulding, and Jennifer Lopez.
- Sami gives us the weekly RED Tour Wrap-Up from @TSwiftonTour.
- Taylor Swift tours in odd years, but she also typically releases new content. Can we expect some more RED content?
- We discuss the alleged RED Platinum Edition pictures that are floating around tumblr (including the image with two #18 track listings).
- Rumor: a Platinum edition of RED could include the 10 minute version of "All Too Well," but it might just sound like a diary entry.
- Could Taylor take RED to the big screen? Steve wants to dress up for the midnight premiere.
- Note: this entire conversation is educated speculation. We aren't privy to any "inside information," unfortunately.
- You know you're a Swifty when you not only have Taylor related dreams, but you have Taylor related nightmares too. Especially if your name is Adam.
- What are Swifties listening to? Delta Goodrem, a singer/songwriter from Australia.
- We give a special shout-out to Australian Swifties for being awesome!

Episode 78 - 

This week in Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, Adam, Maya, Diane, and Steve discuss one of Taylor's earlier songs: "Tied Together With A Smile." Taylor wrote this song when she was in high school for a friend who had an eating disorder. She paired a soothing melody with beautiful lyrics to create an incredibly uplifting song, even though the subject matter is a downer. Despite the heavy song topic, your hosts never fail to provide you with laughs and lively discussions about Taylor's f-bomb at the VMAs, Harry Styles, and future Taylor & Ed Sheeran collaborations. Enjoy the show!

Highlights from Episode 78 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
- Coming Soon: a new Taylor Swift song! Stay tuned for more details.
- Ed Sheeran clears up why Taylor dropped the f-bomb in a conversation with Selena Gomez at the VMAs.
- Sami gives us the weekly RED Tour Wrap-Up from @TSwiftonTour.
- Even though Taylor Swift and Harry Styles are never ever getting back together, are they cordial?
- Tied Together with a Smile. Proof Taylor Swift doesn't just write about romantic relationships.
- Adam encourages Steve to write a song about Taylor Swift.
- You know you're a Swifty when you want to trade in the penny for a thirteen dollar bill.
- Adam and Maya launch into an impromptu debate: will Taylor and Ed Sheeran do another collaboration?
- Swifties are listening to "Fools" by Lauren Aquilina

Episode 77 -- 

This week in Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, a friend of the show, Taylor (@Taylorr_GC) joins us from the land down under for Episode 77 to discuss the song “Sparks Fly.” Many of Taylor’s singles, like Sparks Fly don’t do nearly as well in Australia as they do in the United States… why? We analyze the potential reasons for this as well as the creation of “Sparks Fly”: from a sixteen-year old Taylor’s daydream to a fiery, powerful showstopper. Enjoy the episode!

Highlights from Episode 77 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
- Taylor (@Taylorr_GC) from Australia joins us this episode.
- FYI: We only have two XL Taylor Talk shirts left
- A listener sends Adam a joke, so it’s actually funny.
- Taylor Swift broke the record for the most sold out shows at the Staples Center!
- Taylor wins the VMA for Female Music Video of the Year!
- Diane answers the age old question: what is the difference between jelly and jam?
- Harry Styles is cool with Taylor writing a song about him, if she hasn’t done so already.
- Sami gives us the weekly RED Tour Wrap-Up from @TSwiftonTour.
- Tell Me Why: What is your response to people who insult Taylor because of her relationships?
- Don’t make an Aussie mad… they’ll throw a boomerang at you.

- Main Discussion of Episode 77 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast: “Sparks Fly” song analysis
- Country music may not be as big in Australia as it is in the United States… is that why some of Taylor’s songs aren’t as popular?
- Fans loved “Sparks Fly” when Taylor performed it live, so she put a version of the song on Speak Now. We compare the original with Taylor’s revision.
- Adam denies all the potential innuendos in this song, but Steve sees sparks fly whenever Jake Owen smiles 
- Adam’s so vain, he thinks “Sparks Fly” is about him.

- Steve teaches the youngins about 8 tracks.
- You know you’re a Swifty when you think of creative ways to compliment people on their Keds.
- What are Swifties Listening To? “Get Your Shine On” by Florida Georgia Line
- Am I (Diane) the only one who didn’t know “Get Your Shine On” was about moonshine…? Awkward.
- Aww… Nobody in Australia ever says “throw another shrimp on the barbie.”

Episode 76 - I Almost Do 

One of our favorite guest hosts, Eric from the All Guys Episode, joins us for Episode 76 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast to discuss one of the most poignant songs off the RED album, “I Almost Do.” Despite the sad nature of this week’s song discussion, we share some laughs over listeners’ creative mini-segment submissions and engage in a heated debate over what qualifies as being a true member of the Swifty community. Happy listening 

In Episode 76 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
- Listeners of the show sent in some pictures of Taylor in her glasses. Check em out!
- Be sure to watch the 2013 MTV VMAs! It will air this upcoming Sunday, August 25th 9pm. Taylor is nominated for Video of the Year and Best Female Video for “I Knew You Were Trouble.”
- We gasp at absurd ticket prices.
- Eric, our guest host, has listened to Taylor’s albums since the last time he was on! He’s more qualified as a host now.
- Tell Me Why: Do you think it’s okay to dislike some of Taylor’s stuff and still be a Swifty? Also, do you think that people should “leave” the Swifty community if they begin to dislike Taylor’s newer music as it evolves and her style changes, or stick around just in case?
- OMG! Adam hates cats! Don’t tell Meredith….
- Eric calls “I Almost Do” a ‘sleeper hit’ and it’s his favorite on the album.
- Taylor brings up a powerful point in this song… even after a break up and you don’t talk anymore, you still know the person.
- The lyrics are simple, but effective. All the hosts can relate to it in some way.
- Maya says “I Almost Do” is the phase of moving on where you tell all your friends you’re fine, but you go home at night and stare at your phone… it’s the stage of the break-up you go through alone.
- Why does Taylor change the ending to “I hope sometimes you wonder about me”?
- You know you’re a Swifty when your mom has a talk with you about your obsessive Taylor Swift podcast… oh wait.
- Swifties are listening to “The Heart of Dixie” by Danielle Bradbery
- In honor of Eric’s podcast, Mugglecast’s 8 year finale episode, our WWTD is Harry Potter themed!
- Adam’s so vain he thinks all podcasts are about him.

Episode 75 - Will Swifties Ever Outgrow Taylor? 

In Episode 75 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, Adam, Diane, and Steve discuss whether or not we will ever outgrow Taylor Swift. Spoiler alert: the answer is no! Duh! Listen up for countless reasons why Taylor Swift will always hold a special place in our hearts, as well as RED Tour updates, mini-segment fun, and more! Enjoy!

In Episode 75 of Taylor Talk: the Taylor Swift Podcast:

- Adam starts off the episode with a trivia question: which one of Taylor Swift's videos stars a former Tennessee Titans football player? Stay tuned because the answer is at the end of the episode!

- Taylor should take performance notes from The Script

- Want to know what's on Taylor Swift's bucket list? See the Marie Claire article "What's on: Taylor Swift" to find out! 

- Taylor Swift wears contacts? And glasses?

- Bowling for Soup admits they want to live like Award Show Taylor Swift.

- Taylor Swift won two Teen Choice Awards: Choice Female Country Artist and Choice Country Song for "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together"

- We shamelessly ask you to vote for Taylor in the MTV VMAs! Monday, August 12th is the LAST day to vote!!

- Steve likes to pretend Taylor Swift wrote "Hey Stephen" about him

- Diane is going to feel 22 on August 15th! You can wish her a happy birthday via twitter @notadumblond9.

- We answer some questions from ask.fm/taylortalk13 in our new segment: Tell Me Why.

- Do you think one day when we grow up we will stop liking Taylor Swift? Short answer... no!

- Adam relates this question to Harry Potter... because he relates everything to Harry Potter :)

- There's so much nostalgia associated with being a Swifty. We're always going to like her music, but maybe for a different reason in the future.

- "Taylor is a writer who tells stories. And stories live forever." - Adam Bromberg

- How can people relate to Taylor Swift if they haven't been in a relationship?

- You can enjoy music regardless if you can relate to the song or not. 

- We go through some awesome mini-segments!

- Steve and Adam should go on a bromantic man-date so Steve can tip the waiter $13.

- Adam has his own "You Know You're a Swifty When" moment!

- Foreign word of the day for Americans: "chemist" 

- For the people in long distance relationships, Swifties Are Listening to: "Gotta Get There" by Brett Eldredge. Brett Eldredge also opened for Taylor on the RED Tour!

- Adam's so vain... he probably thinks the email was about him. Or is it...?

Episode 74 - Sad Beautiful Tragic 

Hooray! After a several month hiatus, song analyses are back! In episode 74 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, Adam, Diane, and Steve break down arguably the most underrated song on the RED album: "Sad Beautiful Tragic." In addition, we discuss Taylor Swift's recent articles in Rolling Stone and her drive to persuade Ed Sheeran to enter ice cream eating contests. We also launch a new segment, "Tell Me Why" that allows you to submit any Taylor-related questions via ask.fm/taylortalk13. We had a great time recording this one, and we hope you have an even better time listening to it! Enjoy :)

In Episode 74 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast:

- Adam starts off with a Stump the Hosts question for Diane and Steve... Did you know Gary Lightbody's voice is actually in two songs on the RED album? 

- You should go to hifromtaylor.com. Just do it. 

- On weekends, Taylor Swift encourages Ed Sheeran to enter ice cream eating contests. 

- Be sure to read Rolling Stone's extensive interview entitled "Backstage with Taylor Swift." Apparently Taylor notices all of your giant fan-made posters of Meredith ;)

- Rolling Stone ranked Taylor Swift as number 49 in "50 Greatest Live Acts Right Now."

- Don't forget to vote for Taylor in the Teen Choice Awards (it's the last week to vote) and the MTV VMAs!  Fun fact: Taylor Swift hasn't won a VMA since Kayne interrupted her... so let's make sure she wins this year!

- Taylor will perform on CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night To Rock hosted by Little Big Town. You can watch the taping on Monday Aug 12th at 8/7c on ABC.

- Diane rolls her eyes at the male egos on Taylor Talk.

- Taylor's best friend, Abigail Anderson, attended the Kansas City RED show.

- We launch a new segment *drumroll* "Tell Me Why"! You can leave us questions for this segment via ask.fm/taylortalk13.

- Main Discussion: "Sad Beautiful Tragic" song analysis

- The song analysis was a listener request from Maya, from Dec. 1st 2012. This just proves we keep your submissions... for a long time!

- Adam and Steve admit they don't like sad Taylor Swift songs. 

- Is this song appropriate to play at a funeral?

- Is this song related to "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together"? "Words, how little they mean when you're a little too late" = "He calls me up and he's like 'I still love you"

- Diane renames the song "Sad Quiet and Subtle"

- What's the deal with the train? We theorize it as a reference to the film, the Source Code.

- Taylor Swift did her own backup vocals on this song.

- Story of how the song was written: Taylor composed it on her tour bus, and her vocals from the original demo were used on the song because they sounded so pure & raw. 

- We analyze how this song fits into the relationship progression of the RED album's songs.

- You know you're a Swifty when... we go through some hilarious mini-segments from listeners!

- Adam scares everyone by threatening to get a giant Taylor related tattoo on his back. No. Just no. 

- What are Swifties Listening To? “Different” by Ximena Sarinana

- Adam's so vain... his ego is getting too big for this podcast. 

Episode 73

Taylor's so vain. She probably thinks this podcast is about her... oh wait. It is! lol. Join Adam, Diane, and Steve in brief but fun episode 73 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast as we discuss the new "Everything Has Changed" remix, Taylor's generosity, and RED Tour news. Happy listening! :)

In Episode 73 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast:

- Taylor Swift visited the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation. Check out ryanseacrestfoundation.com for photos from the event.

- Adam wishes he could have gotten a $500 tip when he worked in food service. 

- Don't forget to vote for Taylor in the MTV VMAs!

- Did Taylor hint Carly Simon's special guest appearance on the RED Tour? 

- Main Discussion: We compare the original "Everything Has Changed" with the remix

- We theorize this remix could be the new US single

- How are they different musically? Lyrically? Why does Ed Sheeran suddenly have his own verse? 

- Adam admits he can't understand Ed Sheeran's British's accent... he needs a translation.

- Which do you prefer? Original or remix?

- Hey listeners, if you're going to see the RED Tour soon, let us know which version of the song Taylor & Ed perform on tour!

- "Everything Has Changed" the REMIX is now available on iTunes

- If Swifties Ruled the World, we wouldn't, obviously. Taylor (aka the Queen) would.

- We're all friends with Taylor Swift. She just doesn't know it yet... and that's not creepy at all.

- Swifties are Reading The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

- What are Swifties Listening to? the Lumineers.

- New Segment! "Adam is so vain because...." jk.

Episode 72 - Why Vote For Taylor? 

Every day you log online, you're faced with a choice: should I vote for Taylor Swift for fan voted awards or not? In this episode of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss the nature of fan voted awards and the extent to which the award shows control who wins. But never fear, every vote for Taylor STILL matters! Our good friend Agustin from TheSwiftAgency.com joins Adam, Maya, and Steve for this entertaining and informative episode of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast. Enjoy!

In Episode 72 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast:

- Maya gives us her rainy adventure story seeing Taylor perform in Philly. 

- Agustin suggests we pick our battles and not send out death threats... We discuss Bad Kids Clothing using a list of Taylor alleged ex's as a tank top.

- Taylor teases us with the fifth album in Rolling Stone: "It's so overwhelming that when you're starting a project there are such endless possibilities if you're willing to evolve and experiment. If you're willing to become a different version of yourself, you can really go anywhere with it. And that's kind of where I am. The kind of the laboratory experimental stage of really catching onto a new thing that I'm liking.”

- Despite what we talk about in this episode, please continue to vote for Taylor in the <a href="http://www.teenchoiceawards.com" target="_blank">Teen Choice Awards</a> and the <a href="http://www.mtv.com/ontv/vma/" target="_blank">MTV VMAs</a>.

- Main Discussion: the Taylor Talk team breaks down what fan voted awards REALLY mean

- For the Teen Choice Awards, the fan vote just narrows down the five nominees down to four... the sponsors ultimately decide the winner.

- Is this deceiving? They lead you to believe that the award is purely fan voted. Not many fans would take the time to read the legal information to find out the truth.

- The disclaimer is there to protect the award show. In the end, the award show says they have the right to pick the winner.

- Should there make this information more public? Agustin thinks it would cost the award shows their popularity. 

- Maya admits if she ran an award show, she'd want control over what happens too. At the end of the day, the award show is a show. 

- Award shows are not created to recognize celebrities; the point of the show is to make money for the network. 

- THE BIG QUESTION: Why should fans vote if the vote doesn't really matter?

- Agustin says that your fan votes still help Taylor get recognized by the award show sponsors and the public. Voting for Taylor ALWAYS helps Taylor maintain visibility and relevance! 

- "I don't see many Maseratis, but when I do, I sing 'Red.'"

- You know you're a Swifty when you take creepy stalker pictures of old men with Taylor Swift license plates. 

- Adam almost forgot Journey to Fearless is on Netflix, but he does remember that "Long Live" makes him cry.  

- A round of Stump the Hosts turns into a round of Stump Agustin!

Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast listeners Evan and Rachelle go head to head in another round of Taylor Swift Jeopardy! These questions are much more challenging than the last round, but you'll be surprised at how much these two know about Taylor Swift. Listen up to episode 71 for Taylor news, RED tour updates, and to see if you can compete in this round of Jeopardy!

In Episode 71:

- We're joined later in the episode by two listeners, Rachelle and Evan, for a game of Jeopardy! The prize? A Taylor Talk t-shirt!

- What would you think of a girl band featuring Demi Lovato, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, and Taylor Swift?

- Will.i.Am says he'd like to collaborate with Taylor Swift in the future

- Patrick Stump from Fall Out Boy joined Taylor Swift on stage at MetLife Stadium to perform "My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark" 

- "I'd like to work with Taylor Swift. I like the girl. We could do something really fantasy-like. That would be cool." - Will.i.Am

- Don't forget to vote for Taylor Swift for the Teen Choice Awards! They air on Sunday, August 11th on FOX.

- You Know You're a Swifty When you stay up late listening to Taylor Talk? Thanks! :D

- Adam hosts the second round of Taylor Swift Jeopardy with Rachelle & Diane and Evan & Maya as competitors.

- Categories are Taylor's Childhood, Secret Messages, On the Road (Tour), Lyrics, and Philanthropy (questions are 13, 31, or 113 points each)

- Swifties are listening to "Little Umbrellas" by Sarah Darling

Episode 70 - Red Music Video

First there was "Fearless," then "Sparks Fly," and now there's "Red!" Taylor Swift's RED Tour concert music video is out, which couples the "Red" single with clips from the concert. Your hosts, Adam, Maya, Diane, and Steve, give you their very honest opinions about the "Red" video and compare it to previous tour music videos. Be sure to listen up for lively discussion and leave us your thoughts about the "Red" video. Enjoy!

In Episode 70:

- Check out photos from Taylor's 4th of July Celebration on her blog

- If you're a teen (and if you're not), you should vote for Taylor Swift for the 2013 Teen Choice awards

- Adam visits the fragrance section of Macy's to find "Taylor"

- "If Swifties Ruled the World / You Know You're A Swifty When"

- What would happen if we unleashed the wrath of Swifties on the haters?

- To be honest, none of the hosts were super overwhelmed with the RED Tour music video

- "Red" may not have been the right song for the tour video

- Could "Holy Ground" or "State of Grace" have made a better tour video?

- We compare the "Sparks Fly" and "Fearless" videos with "Red"

- Does the feeling you get when you hear "Red" match the feeling you get at a Taylor concert?

- Adam wishes the song "Red" would have been made into a narrative music video instead

- Taylor tends to use country singles for her tour music videos

- "Sparks Fly" timed the clips with the music much more than the "Red" video did

- The "Fearless" video included beyond the scenes clips, which, according to Maya, is even cooler than concert clips

- "Fearless" captured the fan experience, probably more so than the others

- Diane wants a time machine to see the Speak Now Tour again

- Look out guys! Steve is directing the next tour video ;)

- Send us your rating of the "Red" video on a scale of 1-13

- A listener question did stump ONE of the hosts!

- Don't forget to send us your feedback and content submissions!

Episode 69 - Paper Doll vs. Dear John

Taylor Swift and John Mayer's alleged romance may be so four years ago, but it might not be in the past for John Mayer. His newest single, entitled "Paper Doll", could be about none other than Taylor Swift. Your Taylor Talk hosts dissect the lyrics of "Paper Doll" to try and figure out if this song is Mayer's response to Taylor's "Dear John" or just a publicity move. Either way, give "Paper Doll" and "Dear John" another listen and join us for lots of laughs and insight in episode 69 of Taylor Talk.

In Episode 69:

- Reminder: this is the last week to play Taylor Swift Jeopardy & send us your scores 

- If you haven't bought a Taylor Talk t-shirt and you wear an XL, hurry, because we've only got a few left.

- Taylor Swift just hit 30 million followers this week!

- @TSwiftonTour brings you your weekly RED Tour Update

- Taylor Swift played "Long Live" for the first time on the RED tour in Vancouver

- YKYASW if your boyfriend cheats on you, you skip the sad songs and skip to revenge songs like "Picture to Burn"

- Main Discussion: "Paper Doll" by John Mayer as a possible response to Taylor's "Dear John"

- Is "Paper Doll" a dissection of Taylor Swift as a person? 

- Maybe Taylor doesn't "know what she's running from"

- "Sure was fun being good to you" as a direct reply to Taylor's message from "Dear John"

- John Mayer may have referenced "22" and "Red" in "Paper Doll"

- Maya is SUPER creeped out by one of the lyrics in "Paper Doll"

- Similarity between the "paint you another sky" lyrics ("Someone's gonna paint you another sky" / "You paint me a blue sky and go back and turn it to rain")

- Check out Vanity Fair's list of Taylor Swift's outfits referenced in "Paper Doll"

- Adam thinks "Paper Doll" was a huge publicity move for John Mayer, not necessarily an emotional outburst

- Some Taylor Talk listeners weigh in on whether or not "Paper Doll" is about Taylor Swift

- Return of Stump the Hosts

- Diane and Taylor Swift have the same shoe size! So exciting ;)

- Swifties are listening to "Who I Am" by Jessica Andrews 

- Maya and Diane come out of the closet as internet nerds.... DFTBA

Episode 68 - Feminist Taylor Swift

The press is going crazy with this Swifty sensation... Time, Rolling Stone, Huffington Post, and more are talking about the twitter account @FeministTSwift! The account takes Taylor Swift lyrics and adds a feminist take. In this episode of Taylor Talk, we interview the account owner, Clara, and she tells us that while she is definitely a feminist, she is also most certainly a Swifty! Enjoy the show!

In Episode 68:

- Notice: This episode's main discussion deals with mature topics (feminist issues)

- RED Tour Merch is now available for pre-order for Canadian Swifties!

- Abercrombie Fiasco: "More Boyfriend's Than T.S."? Oh, no they didn't... never underestimate the power of Swifties!

- Sami from @TSwiftonTour gives us a weekly Taylor Tour update!

- Clara from the explosively popular @FeministTSwift clears things up for us: she really is a Swifty!

- Taylor said, "I don't really think about things as guys versus girls," and Clara explains that that's actually a feminist notion

- Taylor's lyrics give Clara a lot to work with for her tweets

- Clara notes Taylor's lyrics have matured throughout her musical development 

- Do Taylor's songs empower women or disempower them according to Clara?

- Adam is aghast that Clara still watches romantic comedies!

- Clara tackles stereotypical gender roles in Taylor Swift songs

- The tweets that support Taylor from a feminist standpoint get the most retweets... big surprise ;)

- Feminist or not, no one can deny that Taylor's lyrics are powerful

- Taylor! Get out of the passenger seat! You have every reason to be driving the car!

- Clara's goal is to make feminism accessible to a wider audience, all while being a Swifty :)

- Instead of "What Would Taylor Do?"... we have a "What Would MEREDITH Do?"

Episode 67 - Swift Jeopardy

In Episode 67 of Taylor Talk, your hosts Adam, Maya, and Steve bring you something a little bit more fun and interactive than normal.... a Taylor Swift Jeopardy game! Here's your chance to compete against the hosts in the ultimate Taylor Swift trivia game. The prize? A chance to win a Taylor Talk t-shirt and be on an episode yourself! Listen for more laughs and details. 

In Episode 67:

- "Red" is going to the radio in the US on June 24th!

- Taylor Swift won the Fragrance Celebrity of the Year

- Taylor (the fragrance) by Taylor Swift is available for order now at www.ulta.com/taylorswift/

- Tour updates brought to you by @TSwiftOnTour

- Mini Segments: YKYASW/ISRTW

- Adam brings you Taylor Swift JEOPARDY with Maya and Steve as contestants

- Play along with us! Keep track of your score (honestly), and you may be on an episode of Taylor Talk! Contact us with your results, and we’ll pick two contestants for a future episode. The winner will get a free Taylor Talk t-shirt!!

- Jeopardy Categories: Swift Family Tree, Tour Buddies, The Agency, Lyrics, and Just Taylor (13, 31, or 113 points)

- Adam gets festive with sound effects for wrong and right answers

- One of the hosts destroyed the other one in Taylor trivia (no spoilers!)

- We discuss the possibility of a What Are Swifties Reading segment as a monthly special. This week is Taylor Swift - By: Liv Spencer.

Epsiode 66 - Everything Has Changed Music Video

What do you get when you cross a young ginger with a wavy haired blonde?  The "Everything Has Changed" music video, of course!!  With it's release late in the evening on June 5th, "Everything Has Changed" has become the latest music video in Taylor Swift's line up.  Listen in as our team takes you through a fun and informational analysis of this brilliantly shot analysis.  Have your own thoughts on the video?  Leave them in the comments below! 

In Episode 66: 

-Adam and Steve are reporting from Nashville, TN at CMA Fest

-Buy your t-shirts fast! They’re selling like crazy! 

-As always, our partners @TSwiftOnTour provides us with a weekly tour update

-Adam has some issues pronouncing “Louisville” like the local Kentuckians (Taylor played a show there)

-Taylor played “Red” at the CMT Awards.  Think it’ll be the next country single? 

-We do a brief recap of the CMT Awards and what went on there

-Something really cool happened at Taylor’s CMA Fest performance.  Want to find out what? 

-“You Know You’re A Swifty When…”/”If Swifties Ruled The World…” 

-The team breaks down the brand new “Everything Has Changed” music video, asking questions like:

-Was the video supposed to be released when it was?

-Does the video fit the theme of the song?

-Who was cuter? Little Ed or Little Taylor?

-What did our panel think of the surprise ending?

Episode 65 - CLUB RED

Want to know all about Club RED? Listen up on Episode 65 of Taylor Talk to hear Steve's Club RED Experience in Washington, D.C. We offer tips on how to get Club RED (just have fun!) and how to maximize your time if you're picked to meet Taylor Swift! Your hosts Adam, Maya, Diane, and Steve also discuss Taylor's newest perfume Taylor, the upcoming 2013 CMA Fest, and announce Taylor Talk t-shirts! Check em out in the store (www.TaylorTalk.org/store) if you're interested. Happy listening! :)

In Episode 65:

- We celebrate 1 million download with exclusive, limited-edition Taylor Talk tshirts!

- Taylor announces her newest, more personal fragrance: Taylor

- 2013 CMT Awards and CMA Fest is this week in Nashville

- @TSwiftOnTour brings you the latest RED tour updates & gives us a great way to help out the Ronan Foundation: http://www.crowdrise.com/tswiftontour

- Steve was lucky enough to get Club RED at the first night of Taylor's RED Washington, DC show, and shares his experience with everyone!

- *drumroll* Taylor Swift has a Taylor Talk shirt!

- Steve may have been lucky enough to get into Club RED... but will he be lucky enough to win stump the hosts?

Episode 64 - Everything Has Changed

Join Adam, Maya, Diane, and Agustin for the 64th installment of Taylor Talk as we discuss "Everything Has Changed," a sweet acoustic duet featuring Ed Sheeran. You may remember Agustin from the All Guys Episode of Taylor Talk, and he was nice enough to return to offer his insight into the world of Taylor Swift! Agustin is known for his blog, The Swift Agency about the Agency and Taylor Swift, and on this episode of Taylor Talk, he adds comparing Agency members to creatures Alice encounters in Wonderland to his repertoire. Listen up to find out more! Enjoy ;)

In Episode 64:

- Taylor is performing in Australia near her birthday (12/13). Join the movement to wish her a very happy birthday via twitter @TaylorSwiftBday, Facebook, and Taylor Connect (See the episode guide on TaylorTalk.org for links).

- Taylor has been tweeting some HILARIOUS things recently!

- Check out Diet Coke's Extraordinary22.com for a chance to win tickets to see Taylor Swift in concert!

- Part Two of Keds Presents Taylor Swift on Style has been released

- Taylor Swift continues to snatch up nominations, this time for CMT and the Teen Choice Awards

- Happy Birthday Liz Huett!

- @TSwiftOnTour makes their debut for tour updates on Taylor Talk!

- Agustin is super excited for the return of the mini-segments!!

- So you just wanna know it better now know it better now.... we break apart "Everything Has Changed," the touching duet between Ed and Taylor

- Swifties are listening to "Statues" by Nina Nesbitt 

- What would Taylor do if she fell into a rabbit hole and wound up in Wonderland... what characters would each band member be?

What do you get when you combine Taylor Swift, a "haters gonna hate" unicorn t-shirt, and RED balloons? The Billboard awards, of course! Join our hosts Adam, Diane, and Steve for a fun filled episode where we discuss Taylor's "22" Billboard performance, recent Taylor news, another round of stump the hosts, and more. We also have a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! We're teaming up with our friends from @TSwiftOnTour to bring you the most up-to-date Taylor tour news!

In Episode 63:

- We update you in all news concerning Taylor Swift

- The RED tour continues this month in Texas

- BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Abby and Sami of @TSwiftonTour join us to describe the details of the partnership

- Adam and Diane attended the Billboard Awards, and they let you know about what it was like to see it live!

- Join us for another round of stump the hosts! Will Steve finally get a question right?

Episode 62 - Interview with Shane Drake, Director of the "Highway Don't Care" Music video

Prepare yourselves Swifties, you're in for a treat! Join Adam, Diane, and Steve for an EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Shane Drake, the music video director of "Highway Don't Care." Shane Drake has worked with countless artists from Paramore to Kelly Clarkson, but he sits down with us in Episode 62 to discuss what it was like working with Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift, and Keith Urban to create this powerful music video. 

Have any questions for the director? Comment, tweet, or email us your questions, and we'll forward them along to Shane Drake and read his replies in future episodes of Taylor Talk. Enjoy!

In Episode 62:

- Listen up for our exclusive interview with Shane Drake, director of the "Highway Don't Care" music video

- Drake has worked with numerous artists in all genres including hip hop, pop, punk, but now he's trying his hand at country

- Drake worked closely with Tim to create the story of the video

- This was Shane Drake's first time meeting Taylor Swift, and he was very impressed!

- Who's idea was it really to have Tim McGraw walk around shirtless?

- We ask Shane Drake about his music video creating process

- Drake hopes to direct more of Taylor's videos in the future!

- International RED Tour dates have been announced: Taylor is going to Australia and New Zealand!

- Neither Taylor nor Ed will be in the "Everything Has Changed" music video

- If you're into fashion, you should enter Diet Coke's "Young Designer Challenge"!

- Reminder to watch the New Girl on May 14th! Be on the lookout for Taylor at white veil occasions! 

- Also, vote for Taylor for the 2013 Billboard Milestone Award! This is a fan voted award, so she has no excuse not to win!

Episode 61 

Lately, the media has been debating whether or not Taylor Swift's music can be considered feminist. Our special guest, Erica Morgan, an up and coming country singer, joins Adam, Diane, and Steve to tackle this huge question: does Taylor's music empower women? Please let us know your own opinions on this topic by tweeting, emailing, or leaving us a voicemail! We'd love to hear your thoughts.

In Episode 61:

- We wish Grant Mickelson and Daniel Sadownick very happy (belated) birthdays!

- Jay Z's new song "$100 Bill" name drops Taylor Swift in his new song, but we're not sure how positive this is.

- Taylor Swift visits Lauren Murphy, a patient in critical condition at Cedar-Sinai hospital in LA, proof of her generous spirit.

- Taylor Swift is a confirmed performer at CMA Fest 2013 on Thursday, June 6th. Buy your tickets now!

- "Highway Don't Care" music video premieres on May 6th on Google+ Hangout and youtube.com/timmcgraw at 4pm CST. We'll discuss the video on next week's show

- Be sure to watch Taylor Swift on New Girl on May 14th

- VOTE for Taylor for the 2013 Billboard Milestone Award

- The hosts debate whether or not Taylor Swift empowers women

- We use the Huffington Post article "Sexism, Feminism, & Taylor Swift" as a launching pad

- Daily Beast interview with Taylor where she answers whether or not she considers herself a feminist

- The hosts go head to head in "Stump the hosts!" Got a tough Taylor trivia question? Send it in to Adam at taylortalk@taylorswift13.org

Episode 60 - Is Taylor Country or Pop? 

This week's episode of Taylor Talk features Adam, Maya, Diane, and Steve as they discuss whether or not Taylor Swift can be considered country anymore. Is Taylor now 100% pop or a mix of both genres? Check out episode 60 to hear the hosts thoughts, and if you have an opinion of your own, feel free to let us know!

In Episode 60:

- Adam and Diane attend the RED show in Indianapolis and something VERY special happened

- Taylor adds some Radio Disney awards to her collection

- Be sure to vote for Taylor Swift for the 2013 Billboard Milestone Award!

- President Barack Obama mentions Taylor Swift 

- So… have you ever danced around the kitchen in the refrigerator light?

- We discuss Taylor Swift's music career as she experiments with different genres

- Is Taylor country? Pop? Or both?

- Steve finally gets a Wheel of Taylor question right!

- Be sure to rate us on iTunes. It would make us happy :)

Episode 59 - Collaborations

Taylor Swift has hosted with numerous artists in the past - rapper B.o.B., folksy Civil Wars, and the talented Ed Sheeran, but this week on Taylor Talk, the hosts pose the question: Who will Taylor Swift collaborate with next? We debate the possibility of her working with various artists and what these artists would add to her musicality and song writing. Have an idea about who you'd like to see Taylor collaborate with next? Email us: TaylorTalk@TaylorSwift13.org

In Episode 59:

- We welcome Maya back after a brief hiatus

- The 2013 Billboard Milestone Award is fan voted, so make sure to vote Taylor!

- Taylor recently tied in 10th place for MOST TOP 40 HOT 100 HITS with The Rolling Stones and Marvin Gaye

- Adam predicts B.o.B. as Taylor's special guest in Atlanta on April 19th

- MAIN DISCUSSION: Who should Taylor collaborate with next? 

- We debate whether or not a rap song would be a good idea for Taylor

- What about a Taylor Swift & Britney Spears collaboration? One host isn't so sure, but a few others like the idea.

- Adam roots for a Florida Georgia Line collaboration

- Lightening round of "Wheel of Taylor" puts the hosts against each other

Taylor's Career - Episode 58

Diane, Steve and I (Adam) take you through a great discussion this week where we explore the possibility that Taylor Swift's career has hit a peak.  Has it?  Find out our opinions in Episode 58!

In Episode 58: 

-Adam forgets his co-hosts names.. Whoops!

-The hosts recap their ACM discussion from last week after finding some more information regarding the voting criteria for Entertainer of the Year.  Find a link to the information in our Episode 58 guide on TaylorTalk.org

-Steve was in attendance at the Tim McGraw Special the night after the ACM's and lets us know what we can expect when it airs on CBS on May 19th.

-Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran go to Disney World, upsetting some guests who had to wait in line while Taylor and Ed didn't.  Is that fair of them to get mad? 

-Should US Magazine have featured "boyfriends" that Taylor has never actually dated in her Collector's Edition? 

-For our main discussion, our hosts discuss a BIG question on the minds of many Swifties - HAS TAYLOR SWIFT HIT HER PEAK? 

-What could keep Taylor on top as opposed to other artists that have faded away?

-What can Taylor do in the future to maintain her large audience?  Is there potential internationally to continue growing?

-Why do people think Taylor has hit her plateau and is on the way out? 

-Does negative press regarding Taylor's love life hurt or help Taylor's career?

-Another round of Wheel of Taylor stumps Steve, but Diane actually gets TWO questions right (Steve's and her own)!

ACM Awards - Episode 57

After an amazing night at the Academy of Country Music Awards, Adam, Diane and Steve recap the night discussing the performances, what the highlights of the night were, and of course the first ever live performance of "Highway Don't Care" by Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban.

In Episode 57:

-The CEO of the Academy of Country Music gives Kevin McGuire a shout out

-Blake Shelton gives Luke Bryan a warning about Swifties.  What was it? 

-Should Swifties really be angry that Taylor Swift lost Entertainer of the Year?

-Was the voting for the ACM's fixed? 

-The first ever live performance of "Highway Don't Care" brought one of our hosts to tears.  Find out which!

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - "C'mon" by: Panic! At The Disco feat. Fun

-A trivia question in a new round of Wheel of Taylor has Diane and Steve stumped.  See if you can answer it.

22 Music Video - Episode 56

It may be long overdue, but in episode 56, Adam, Diane, and Steve are finally discussing the "22" music video! Join us for an in-depth discussion of the video itself, the director, and it's correlation to past Taylor Swift music videos. Enjoy!

In Episode 56:

- Reminder to vote for Taylor Swift for ACM's Entertainer of the Year! Go to voteacm.com & see if she wins on the 48th ACM awards airing Sunday, April 7th on CBS 8/7c

- ACM performance speculation.... "Red" as the new country single?

- Taylor Swift will appear as a special guest on the season finale of Fox's "New Girl"

- Tour update section! And don't worry, it's spoil free!

- Rolling Stone's review of the RED show... beware of spoilers (review contains RED's setlist)!

- In-depth "22" music video discussion

- Wheel of Taylor returns: Steve versus Diane

- Be sure to rate us on iTunes please :)

SPOILER FREE RED Tour Discussion

Join Belle, Maya, Diane, and Steve for a spoiler-free discussion of Taylor Swift's RED Tour. We discuss general changes from the Speak Now World tour, how to get pit passes for RED, and Taylor's special guests and "wild card" acoustic songs each night. Happy listening!

In Episode 55:

- Remember to vote Taylor Swift for ACMs' Entertainer of the Year! 

- We discuss RED Tour spoilers... Steve doesn't want anyone to ruin the show for him, so we won't ruin the show for you!

- Pit Pass FAQs -- How and when to get 'em

- Changes from the Speak Now show -- no more arm lyrics every night, but Taylor will wear... pants?

- Club RED is the new T-Party

- Taylor's bringing back some special guests on tour... Nelly in St. Louis, MO and Emma Routh, a 7 year old girl battling Fanconi Anemia, in Charlotte, NC

- Taylor gets cues from fans as to what to play during her acoustic set!

- What would Taylor do if they brought a goat on stage during "I Knew You Were Trouble"?

- Swifties are listening to "Still Into You" by Paramore

ALL GUYS!! 

This is a Taylor Talk episode like you've never heard before.  In this super-long, super-fun new episode, we beef up the panel with loads of testosterone by giving our weekly female panelists the boot.  Instead, I (Adam) am joined by three special guests: Agustin of TheSwiftAgency.com, Eric of MuggleCast and Game of Owns Podcast fame, and Steve whose Taylor Swift YouTube videos have been spotted in countless news articles around the world.  Ever wonder what it's like in the mind of a male Swifty?  Listen to Episode 54 to find out.

In Episode 54: 

ALL THE GUYS: 

- How did this group of guys become Taylor fans? 

- How can male listeners relate to songs written from a female perspective?

- What's it like being a guy in a predominantly female fanbase?

- Are you ever uncomfortable being a guy in a crowd of teenage girls at a Taylor Swift concert? 

- Sponsorship from Diet Coke vs Covergirl: Why should a guy care who sponsors Taylor?

- Where's all the male merch?!?!  

- Do you ever think Taylor unfairly represents males in her songs? 

- Finally, do guys like Taylor Swift for her music or because she's "hot?" 

EVERYTHING ELSE:

- Our all-male panel discusses the highly controversial quote from Taylor Swift's Vanity Fair article: 

"There's a special place in hell for women who don't help other women.

- Find out why our male cast thinks this quote was taken out of context, who ACTUALLY said it and more.

- To keep in touch with our guys, follow them on Twitter: Agustin (@TheSwiftAgency), Eric (@Spielerman), and Steve (@SteveDitch)

The Last Time

In this episode, the hosts Adam, Maya, Diane, and Haley keep you up-to-date on all things Taylor Swift include Ed Sheeran dating rumors, the Z100 contest, and paper towel dispensers. We also go in-depth with "The Last Time," an underrated song off the RED album. You don't want to miss it!

In Episode 53:

- Make sure to wish Adam a happy birthday @adambromberg!

- Scandal alert? No... We're sure Taylor & Ed Sheeran are just friends

- We take apart "The Last Time" as the prequel to "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together"

- Adam says the song is boring, and the girls defend it!

- Do Taylor's ex-boyfriend's analyze her albums?

- If you win the Z100 contest, meet Taylor, and tell her about the podcast, you can be our newest host AND get a personalized Adam hug ;)

- Make sure to check out the IKYWT 10 best remixes!

- Swifties are listening to "Heart Attack" by Demi Lovato

BRITs, Goats, and Harry Styles -- Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast – Episode 52 Now Available!!

Anyone see the "I Knew You Were Trouble" goat video? See the GIF of Harry Styles mocking Taylor's "surprised" face? What about Taylor's HOT performance at the BRIT Awards? In this episode of Taylor Talk, the hosts cover the best Taylor Swift news stories of the week. 

In Episode 52:

- A Taylor Talk listener, @ashleeswift13, is generous giving away a pair of RED tickets! Find out how you can win in the Episode 52 guide on TaylorTalk.org

- One word describes Taylor's BRIT Awards performance: HOT

- Our main discussion covers all things happening recently in the Taylor Swift community

- Our buddy at The Swift Agency wrote a great editorial about Capital Hoedown suing Taylor.

- We kindly remind everyone that Taylor is not an alcoholic

- Adam is old. Like really old. 

- We discuss the lack of discussion around Harry Styles mocking Taylor's "surprised face"

- GOAAAT!!

- Swifties are listening to "This is What Makes Us Girls" by Lana Del Rey

Come Back, Be Here - Episode 51

In Episode 51:

- We wish a happy birthday to a Swifty with a VERY special birthday!

- Taylor heads to the UK before starting her RED tour next month... So start your count down! Only 23 days left! (as of 2/18)

- This week, Taylor snatched up some ACM and Kid's Choice awards nominations as well as filmed a music video in Malibu... "22" perhaps?

- The hosts discuss "Come Back... Be Here" a song that was HIGHLY requested among listeners ;)

- It seems almost ALL of Taylor's relationships have been long distance. Why did it take her so long to write a song about a LDR?

- Maya admits she relates to this song more than any other song on the album

- Taylor got the idea for this song from Maya and Diane. Obviously.

- Maya has never met Adam OR Diane... yet we consider each other close friends because we've talked online.

- The BIG Question: Who's this song about??

- Adam likes this song, even though he can't rock out to this in the car.

- Another round of Wheel of Taylor *drumroll*

- Please PLEASE leave a review and/or rate us five stars on iTunes

-What Are Swifties Listening To? "Wings" by The Little Mix

GRAMMYS! Episode 50

It's Grammy night! A night of glitz, glamour, and.... controversy? The hosts duke it out in this week's episode about Taylor's speech during her "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together." Was it classy? Sassy? Listen in on our 50th episode to find out our opinions!

In Episode 50th:</b>

- Taylor Talk has officially gone platinum! Hooray for reaching one MILLION views! Thanks guys :)

- Taylor is a confirmed performer at the BRIT Awards 2013 on Feb. 20th

- "22" is the next single for release on April 1st... an April Fool's Day joke? Never!

- Taylor & the Civil Wars win a Grammy for "Safe & Sound"

- We have a return of the mini segments!

- Taylor celebrates "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" in a HUGE circusy, Alice in Wonderland spectacle... could this be the RED tour performance of the song?

- "I still love you" (in a British accent).... whaaat?

- We talk Grammy fashion (except Adam... he's a guy)

- Belle and Maya go head to head in another round of Wheel of Taylor

- Are Swiftie's Listening To? "Holiday" by Massad

- The Special PLATINUM Celebration surprise is coming soon... we know what it is. Muahaha!

Highway Don't Care - Episode 49

In this special edition of Taylor Talk, Adam, Diane and Haley break apart Taylor Swift's return to her country roots in "Highway Don't Care" just minutes after the song's release. After you've heard the hosts' opinions, be sure to tweet us @TaylorTalk13 to share your thoughts! We might read them on the next episode. 

In Episode 49:

Reminder to watch Taylor perform at the Grammy’s on CBS on Feb. 10th, 8/7c

The Diet Coke endorsement…. Yay or nay? We discuss the possibility that Taylor is promoting an unhealthy lifestyle.

Taylor Swift goes back to her country roots with Tim McGraw and Keith Urban in “Highway Don’t Care.” The hosts love it!!

Diane and Haley share their impressions of the story of the song.

The highway must be metaphorical… what does it represent? Another person? An escape?  A force? Regardless, the highway don’t care.

This is the first time in a long time Taylor was a featured singer in a song she did not help write – what impact does that have?

“Highway Don’t Care” is an homage to “Tim McGraw”  

We debate whether or not this song is lyrically similar to a Taylor Swift song.

Will Taylor perform “Highway Don’t Care” on the RED with special guests Tim McGraw and Keith Urban?? Nashville anyone? 

Adam encourages you to listen to “Highway Don’t Care” ANYWHERE!

Mini-segments will resume next episode. Be sure to send us your submissions! 

The Lucky One

Join your hosts Adam, Belle, Maya, Diane, and Haley as they delve into the mysteries of "The Lucky One" and discuss Taylor's fears about the dark side of fame. This week's full panel also highlights Taylor's European adventures, her Ked's commercial, and her gorgeous Rapunzel photoshoot. Episode 48 is one you won't want to miss!

In Episode 48: 

-Is there a conspiracy behind the sparkly guitar?

-Which RED shows will the Taylor Talk hosts be attending? 

-The latest Taylor Swift news and her upcoming calendar

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When...

Main Discusion: "The Lucky One"

-Hidden message: Wouldn't You Like To Know

-Who is it about?

-What is it about? 

-How does it relate to Taylor's real life?

-Why is this song especially relevant now? 

-WWTD if she was trapped in a room with all her ex-boyfriends?

-What Are Swifties Listening To? "For The Better" by The Ready Set

Join our panel in our discussion of Taylor Swift's song "Stay Stay Stay."  It's far more fun and light-hearted than last week's "The Moment I Knew" discussion.  Also, Adam and his friends create a Wonderstruck-inspired cocktail, and you can see how in our YouTube video! (We have directions for a non-alcoholic version, as well).

In Episode 47:

-Watch our YouTube video to learn to make a Wonderstruck-inspired cocktail.  It's absolutely delicious!!!  There is even a non-alcoholic version for the younger people.

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When...

-Maya and Diane compete in a round of Wheel of Taylor, a fun trivia game we started.

-What are Swifties Listening to? - "Anywhere But Here" by Melissa Fuller

-"Stay Stay Stay" discussion

-This song is SO descriptive, we question whether or not it is actually fictional

-Is Taylor an anti-feminist because she likes the male character to carry her groceries? 

-Why does the secret message make our hosts sad?

-Should Adam wear a football helmet to the RED Tour?

In the latest episode of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, our team dives into a discussion of Taylor's newest song released on iTunes, "The Moment I Knew."  Don't worry though, before we tear your hearts to pieces and make you (and Belle) cry, we're gonna make you laugh your butts off with an impromptu trivia question, a random math lesson and more!!

In Episode 46: 

-The rumors are true, and I (Adam) did in fact miss an episode of Taylor Talk to attend a Justin Bieber concert, and I do a brief comparison of his concert verses Taylor's

-Don't forget, while there is not a specific Taylor Talk app, there IS a Podcasts app where you can subscribe and listen to Taylor Talk

-Belle shares her story of attending the People's Choice Awards and seeing Taylor there

-Is Meredith the most famous cat in the world?? 

-Based on a submission for "If Swifties Ruled The World.." we bust out in an impromptu trivia contest between Belle and Haley

-A submission also results in me (Adam) teaching my co-hosts a fun math lesson!  Seriously.. It's more fun than it sounds! 

-In our main discussion, we take listeners through Taylor's latest iTunes release, "The Moment I Knew"

-Does it have any connection to "22?"

-Why is Taylor so literal with this very sad song, but her happy songs are so metaphorical?

-Belle and I seriously want to punch the male character in the face!

-What makes this song so powerful? 

-What is the difference between the male and female perspective on "The Moment I Knew?"

-Will "The Moment I Knew" be included on the RED Tour? 

-Why is this the only song from the RED Deluxe Edition to be released as a single? 

-WWTD if Taylor was locked in an elevator and the elevator music was "Gangnam Style" on repeat?

-What are Swifties Listening To? "I'm Alright" - @JerseyGreen13

A new year is upon us!! It's now 2013, the year of Swift, but let's not forget 2012. Join Belle, Maya, Diane, and Haley in this New Years episode as they discuss Taylor's last moments of 2012 and speculate on what's to come for Swifties in 2013. We're thinkin big here. 

In Episode 45:

-All the girls bring you the first episode of 2013 while Adam is away on "business" (aka a Justin Bieber concert)

-Is Adam a Belieber now?  Uh oh!

-Taylor's performance at Dick Clark's Rockin' New Years Eve was the best of the night!  Our hosts talk about their favorite parts of it and more, such as whether or not Taylor has to approve Grant's crazy outfits. LOL

-The ladies take you in a time machine back through 2012 to discuss their favorite moments in the world of Taylor

-THEN the time machine fasts forward and takes a look at what's to come in the YEAR OF SWIFT, 2013: What singles would we like to see?  What do we think will NOT become a single?  What are our plans for the RED Tour?? (Diane hasn't got tickets yet, so shame on her! :-P) 

-WWTD if at the RED tour, Adam jumped on stage, took the microphone from Taylor, and said "Listen to Taylor Talk.. oh.. and.. I love you, Taylor," handed the mic back and was tackled by 13 body guards? 

-What are Swifties Listening To? - “Shut Up,” “Kiss Me” and “According to You” by Orianthi

You won't want to miss our annual Holiday Edition of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast.  Once again, Santa and his elves, Jelly Bean, Holly and Mistletoe join the team to discuss some fun Taylor Swift inspired holiday topics!!

In Episode 44: 

-The Taylor Talk team is joined by some special guests: Santa, Jelly Bean, Holly and Mistletoe

-We read a hilarious letter suggesting an idea for the holiday episode, courtesy of Taylor Talk listener, "The Jolly Green Giant"

-Winter Break is upon us, and we will be taking next week OFF to celebrate the New Year!!  Be sure to get all your mini-segment submissions in for the next episode following the break! 

-Santa and the elves brainstorm over what they should bring Taylor Swift next year

-They also help us read this week's "You Know You're A Swifty When.." and "If Swifties Ruled The World.." mini-segments

-Because Santa felt so awful he couldn't bring everybody every Taylor Swift product they wanted, he wrote a poem with his suggestions as to what you should buy yourself this holiday season

-Our panel decided 5 years is WAY too long since Taylor's Holiday CD came out and she's due for a refresh.  We discuss which songs we think should make it onto her next Holiday album and why. (NOTE: Taylor has NOT announced a new Holiday album.  These our just our opinions based on IF Taylor released a new Holiday album in the future.)

-WWTD if the Grinch DID steal Christmas?

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - "As Long As You Love Me" by Justin Bieber

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - "Day After Christmas" by Matthew West

-Be sure to listen beyond Belle's disclaimer at the end for a special message from Maya's cat!

I Knew You Were Trouble Music Video - Episode 43

Are you ready for this?? In Episode 43 of Taylor Talk, the hosts discuss, analyze, take apart, and put back together Taylor's newest music video for "I Knew You Were Trouble."

In Episode 43:

-Why did everyone rename themselves to "Taylor Swift" on Twitter? 

-How dare the People's Choice Awards not include Swifties in their fan community award nominations?!?

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When...

-"I Knew You Were Trouble" Music Video Analysis

-How did the video fit the theme of the song? 

-Our hosts examine the narrative of the video

-Who wrote the monologue and why?  With songs and videos that typically tell such a vivid story, what was the purpose of a monologue? 

-What do we think of Anthony Mandler's directing and Reeve Carney's acting? 

-DID this video copy Lana Del Rey or any other artist? 

-Funny story: This video reminds Adam of The Terminator

-WWTD if one of her exes such as Joe Jonas wanted to do a duet with her? 

-Adam does the BEST Joe Jonas impression EVER!

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - "Never Know" by Liz Huett

Starlight - Episode 42

-In a brief recap from our "All Too Well" discussion last week, Taylor Talk listener, Rebecca, emails in with a non-literal interpretation of the song

-This episode is being released on Taylor's birthday, so HAPPY BDAY TAY!! 

-Find out which host thinks "Gangnam Style" is the "worst piece of garbage" ever!

-"This episode of Taylor Talk is brought to you by: Squirrel Pajamas"

-An in-depth discussion of "Starlight" includes: 

-"Starlight" is "Kennedy Fan Fiction"

-How "Starlight" gives insight into the era in which it takes place - ie. using words and phrases of the era, shows what life was like in that time period, etc.

-Where the song references a famous Bobby Kennedy quote

-How the song reminds us of an old school Taylor song going all the way back to her first album, <em>Taylor Swift</em>

-The music of "Starlight" has a very Peter Pan feel to it

-Adam points out that my prediction that there would be a Kennedy-themed song on <em>Red</em> proved true!

-Will this song be on the Red Tour and how will it be portrayed? -- Should Taylor bring out Ethel as a special guest? LOL

All Too Well - Episode 41

"All Too Well" is quite definitely one of the best songs Taylor Swift has ever written.  It tells a beautiful story beginning to end.  Looking at the imagery, the constant reappearances of Taylor's scarf and more, our team seeks to reveal the deep meanings behind this masterpiece.

In Episode 41

-Adam has TWO knock-knock jokes this week!!

-Following up to last week's discussion, koalas DO in fact have fragile ribcages

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When...

-An in-depth analysis of "All Too Well"

-Explore the meaning behind the song

-We study the lyrics in depth examining things such as imagery in the song and the use of the reappearing scarf

-Does the music match the emotions of the song? 

-What does the secret message of the song reveal?

-Will "All Too Well" make it onto the RED Tour and how will Taylor portray it live on stage?

-WWTD if a fan threw a bra on stage? 

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - "Love is Easy" by McFly

"22" - Episode 40

I don't know about you, but Taylor Talk's feeling 22... Even at 40. In Episode 40 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, our team breaks down Taylor's song "22" off her latest album RED.

In Episode 40:

-There is an "I Knew You Were Trouble" video coming out!! Who's excited?

-We do a quick recap of last weeks "Holy Ground" Analysis. A Taylor Talk listener points out something very intriguing that our panel seems to have overlooked.

-Adam thanks the ladies for their kind words regarding the lovely shape of his behind.

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When...

-An analysis of Taylor's song "22"

-It's a song about having fun!

-Definitely one of the more literal songs

-Diane points out the bits of the song that were likely influenced by Taylor's co-writers, Martin/Shellback

-Were the dialogues ("Who's Taylor Swift anyway?") influenced by the co-writers?

-What exactly IS a hipster?

-Our panel thinks this song captures the essence of a "girls night."  Find out why

-WWTD if she were stuck in a koala cage with Grant?

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - "My Heart Is" by: Tiffany Alvord

Episode 39 - Holy Ground

Where we podcast... is Holy Ground. LOL.  Join Belle, Maya and Diane for an all-girls analysis of "Holy Ground."  In one of the best song analyses yet, the ladies dig deep into what the song is about, who it's about, and ultimately conclude that it's one of Taylor's most baffling songs yet!

In Episode 39:

-It's another all-girls discussion!!

-The Taylor Talk Twitter contest winner is announced.  Find out who won.

-Our panel is absolutely blown away by Taylor Swift's performance at the American Music Awards (watch the video in the episode 39 guide at www.TaylorTalk.org)

-At the request of a Taylor Talk listener, we discuss "Holy Ground"

-What is it about?

-Who is it about?

-What does the secret message mean? "When you came to the show in SD" (hint/spoiler: Joe Jonas never went to the show in San Diego)

-What do the lyrics mean "i guess we fell apart in the usual way?"  Is there any connection to "Oh, a simple complication/Miscommunications lead to fall-out" from "The Story of Us?"  Is that how you fall apart in the usual way?

-WWTD if Austin became a bigger pop star than she is?

-What Are Swifties Listening to? - "You" by Emily Brooke

Episode 38

So you all remember the crazy, screaming, crying super fan on Good Morning America who won the opportunity to meet Taylor Swift AND see her performance on GMA, right?  Well that super fan, Sarah Jones, joins us this episode to tell us all about the experience of a lifetime.  Join our panel as we question Sarah on all the fun things she got to go through as a result of being a lucky contest winner.

In Episode 38:

-Taylor wins THREE EMA's, and puts on one of her most amazing performances EVER!!

-The RED VIP Packages are real!!  Learn more about them and what they include!  Sorry, they do NOT include a meet & greet.

-Good Morning America contest winner, Sarah Jones, shares her tale of finding out she won a trip to meet Taylor and of the experience, itself!!  She even gave us a special treat telling us all about how her fiancé proposed to her at the Taylor Swift exhibit in the Country Music Hall of Fame.  And for the record, Sarah did NOT cough on Taylor and get her sick (listen to the episode to understand that joke :-P)

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When...

-Song analyses return with our discussion of "Treacherous."  It's scandalous and sensual themes make this a discussion you won't want to miss.

-We are in the middle of a Taylor Talk contest celebrating our FIRST BIRTHDAY, so be sure to enter on Twitter - Twitter.com/TaylorTalk13

-News

-Calendar

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When

-WWTD if she was talking to a fan with broccoli in their teeth?

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - "Love Actually" by Cady Groves

Episode 36- Red Release Week

-Taylor Talk's 1st Birthday!!

-The "Begin Again" music video just came out (watch in the episode guide on TaylorTalk.org), and we take the time to break it down for you and even include a "Battle of The Directors" comparing Philip Andelman ("Safe & Sound" and "Begin Again") vs. Declan Whitebloom ("Mean,""Ours" and "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together")

-The MINI SEGMENTS are BACK!!!! 

-Our team reviews all the events of the RED release week, including all of Taylor's public appearances

-Good Morning America gave Taylor an AMAZING gift, and the concert afterward more or less standardizes the "arm raise dance" we've all come to associate with "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together"

-David Letterman discusses the TWO car accidents Taylor had in ONE day when doing her Rolling Stone interview, and Taylor gives a great message to anyone with insecurities.  We love you Taylor!

-On The View, there is a kitty smack down!! Whoopi Goldberg's cat is jealous of all the attention and fame Meredith is getting

-Ellen plays a fun game trying to identify which boyfriend(s) Taylor writes about

-Katie Couric has an extravaganza revealing a ton of information.  Taylor even admits (well, more or less) that "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" is about Jake Gyllenhaal.

-WWTD if Adam proposed to her and the ring was made of Papa John's pizza?

-What Are Swifties Listening To? "Hall of Fame" by The Script feat. Will I Am

Episode 35 - RED!! - I could write a long review here, ORRRRR I could just let you guys listen to our Special Edition Taylor Talk for RED!!!!  In Episode 35, we do a brief overview of the entire Red album.  In the upcoming weeks we will dive deep into the individual songs, but for now, enjoy this light-hearted and fun discussion as it leads into the REDdest week ever!!! 

1. “State of Grace”
2. “Red”
3. “Treacherous”
4. “I Knew You Were Trouble”
5. “All Too Well”
6. “22″
7. “I Almost Do”
8. “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together”
9. “Stay Stay Stay”
10. “The Last Time”
11. “Holy Ground”
12. “Sad Beautiful Tragic”
13. “The Lucky One”
14. “Everything Has Changed”
15. “Starlight”
16. “Begin Again”

STATE OF GRACE - Episode 34

-Our hosts give their initial reactions to "State of Grace" having just heard it for the first time

-I know it doesn't happen often, but we made a mistake last week and offer a retraction: The bonus materials on the Target Deluxe Edition of Red HAVE been officially released and include: The Moment I Knew, Come Back... Be Here, Girl At Home, Treacherous (Original Demo Recording), Red (Original Demo Recording), State of Grace (Acoustic Version)

-If you nominate Adam to win a trip to see Taylor on Good Morning America, I will bake you a homemade cheesecake!!!  If you nominate Belle, she will bake cookies

-Probably the COOLEST thing this episode, we share a VERY scientific method a listener used last week to accurately predict the release of "State of Grace" as this week's single!!

-We discuss the unique cover art released with "State of Grace"

-It's amazing how "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" and "State of Grace" provide such contrasting views of the EXACT SAME PERSON!

-Finally, despite what the other hosts say, I (Adam) think music should name a new genre "Taylor Swift" since she doesn't fit into any other genre

I Knew You Were Trouble - Episode 33

-Two of our hosts love "I Knew You Were Trouble," and two hate it.  Maya is out sick this week, so she'll have to be the deciding vote next week!!

-Quote from Episode 33: "I don't like it!"  Who said it???  The same person who said "If Taylor heard what I have to say about this song, 'Mean Part 2' would be about me."

-Learn how this new "dub-step" song is linked and connected to the much softer "Begin Again" and the other singles from Red

-Break down into the nitty-gritty of the song:

What is it about?

Who is it about?

Why does the song title end with a period?

-Finally, hear the latest news and upcoming calendar from Taylor Swift's career!!

RED - Episode 32

Are you RED-yyy for this?? 

-We kick off the episode with a quick segment on the latest news and upcoming events on Taylor's calendar including her Scholastic Web cast, her banjo player Mike Meadow's first child, her new music video and more!!

-Taylor's former manager, Rick Barker, provides aspiring artists with advice on strategic song releases, just as Taylor is currently using for her singles off of Red.

-And of course, our hosts provide our thoughts and feelings regarding the song "Red" - Who is it about? What is the purpose of the colors in the songs? What are some of the best lyrics?

Begin Again 

-We dive in deep into our analysis of Taylor's newest single, "Begin Again":

WHAT is it about?

WHO is it about?

HOW is it similar to "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together?"

HOW is the overall album progressing?

LOTS MORE!!! 

-Mini segments are temporarily on pause until next week

-Adam shares an AWESOME #TaylorPun tweeted to him by a Taylor Talk listener

-Adam, Belle and Diane were all at the iHeartRadio Music Festival for Taylor's latest performance - Hear all about it

-Grant is in good company, because judging by Steven Tyler's outfit at iHeartRadio, Grant's not the only one shopping in the women's department :-)

Episode 30 - The Agency

-A warning to all listeners searching "Taylor Swift" on search engines - BEWARE OF CYBERCRIMINALS!!!

-Adam tells some fun chicken jokes as per the request of a Taylor Talk listener

-A review of Taylor's upcoming calendar

-All the important news items pertaining to Taylor Swift's career

-AGENCY REVIEW - Who are the Agency?  What instruments do they play?  Where'd they get the name "The Agency from?"

-WWTD if she were a stand up comedian?

-What are Swifties Listening to? - "Want You Back" by Cher Lloyd

Episode 29 - I Love You To The Moon And Back

-Rick Barker's Tip Of The Week reminds artists to utilize all social media channels and not just Twitter

-Our saddest conversation yet delves deep into the details of Taylor's newest song "Ronan" - How it came to be, it's meaning and more.

-The Taylor Talk hosts take you through a fun discussion of Taylor's first performance of "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" at MTV's VMA's, leading Adam to make the claim that he has finally found Waldo

-What Are Swifties Listening To? -- "Strangely Beautiful" by Shealeigh

Episode 28 - WANEGBT Music Video

-Rick Barker advises artists on utilizing Facebook chat to engage fans

-Listen for Adam's funniest joke yet!!

-Our team goes deep into the We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together music video!!  You won't wanna miss this discussion!! 

-We find clues within the music video helping prove that the song IS about Jake Gyllenhaal

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When

-WWTD if she could be Meredith for a day?

-What Are Swifties Listening To?  -- "Bruises" by Train

-Maya recounts her story of singing a duet with Train on stage at their concert in front of 15,000 people!!!

Episode 27 --

-We are back on our normal schedule with a "Small Talk, Work, and The Weather"

-Taylor Talk finds its way into USA Today

-Rick Barker gives songwriters a great exercise to get them writing everyday and always practicing

-Taylor will be performing "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" at the MTV VMA's on Sept. 6

-Find out how to vote for a chance to have Taylor Swift play a FREE concert at your school!!! 

-"We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" breaks a ton of records!!! Find out which!!

-If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When

-WWTD if she could be a regular person for one day? (regular as in not a celebrity)

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - Ed Sheeran

Episode 26 - Maya's Tales

-Maya is BACK!!!!

-Rick Barker gives advice to aspiring artists to always be good to your fans, using Taylor's recent Web cast for examples on how to do it

-Our team dives deeper then we did in last week's Special Edition Episode, with a full analysis of Taylor's newest single "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" taking a look at who co-wrote it, our favorite lyrics, and the question everyone has been asking: WHO IS IT ABOUT?!?!

-Maya shares with us her tales about being part of the live audience at the Web cast

-WWTD if she came face to face with herself from when she was little?

-What Are Swifties Listening To?? - Kina Grannis

We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together SPECIAL EDITION

-Listen in as our hosts take you through a step-by-step analysis of Taylor Swift's live Web cast from August 13 announcing her upcoming fourth album, "Red," including the release of her first single off of "Red" entitled "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together."

-We provide our expert analysis breaking down each of Taylor's responses to all the fan-submitted questions she received

-Go buy "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" from the iTunes store now!!! 

Episode 24 -- 

-Meredith Swift watches the Olympics 

-Taylor supports our U.S. Olympians

-Vote for Taylor in the Do Something Awards

-Our hosts discuss Taylor's rumored relationship with Conor Kennedy to remind you it is still just a rumor!

-Belle finally names her cat!!  Find out what!! 

-The female hosts decide to dress Adam as Taylor Swift for Halloween - fun YouTube video of the make over to come with it! 

-WWTD if someone interrupted her wedding like the in "Speak Now?"

-What are Swifties Listening to? - "Too Good To Be True" by Edens Edge

Episode 23 - A Place In This World

-Belle announces the release of her new book, "Secrets," dedicated to Taylor Swift

-Rick Barker gives advice to artists on how to maintain a realtionship with their fans in his Music Industry Blueprint "Tip of the Week"

-Vote for Taylor for the Do Something Awards

-Taylor Swift is NOT dating Patrick Schwarzenegger

-Ed Sheeran feels he and Taylor are musically compatible

-Our team breaks down Scott Borchetta's tweet giving us hints about Taylor Swift's 4th album

-We analyze Taylor's song "A Place In This World" off of her first album, and Belle actually agrees with Adam for once!!! 

-WWTD if she found out about Belle dedicating her book to her? 

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - "Postcard from Paris" by The Band Perry

Ep. 22 - Small Talk, Work and The Weather

-Our VERY FIRST "Small Talk"

-What's been bugging Adam? -- People saying Taylor's Kennedy award was a biased decision!!

-Rick Barker gives listeners advice on choosing good tags for YouTube videos so people can find them

-Calendar: iHeartRadio Music Festival is coming up!

-Maya has a special message for listeners!! hint: She misses you, but will be back soon!!

-Vote for Taylor in the Do-Something Awards -- One big "Do-er" will be receiving $100,000 towards their charity!!

-Taylor Swift wins HUGE at the Teen Choice Awards

-WWTD if she were a gamemaker in the Hunger Games?

-What Are Swifties Listening To?? -- Erica Morgan (A fellow Swifty!!) 

Episode 21 - Our Song

-Taylor Talk gets a Facebook page!! Go "Like" it!! Facebook.com/TaylorTalk13

-We added a new voicemail system for you to call in and let your voice be heard on Taylor Talk!!  You can either dial (240) 31-SWIFT or visit TaylorTalk.org and click "Send Voicemail" on the side of the screen

-Good news, everyone!! Taylor Talk is switching back to a weekly format!!  Join us every week for a ton of Taylor fun!

-Rick Barker (Taylor's former manager) shares a tip on how aspiring artists can best use YouTube to promote themselves.

-The Taylor Talk team analyzes "Our Song"

-Adam has an epiphany regarding the meaning behind "Our Song"

-WWTD if she could no longer write music? 

-What Are Swifties Listening To? -- "All About Us" by He is We

Episode 20 Part 1

• Who is our exclusive interview with?!?! Listen to find out
• Quotes from the interview:

"Taylor Swift worked her tail off to get where she is today!!"

"Taylor Swift is BRILLIANT!! Taylor Swift changed the world!"

• Vote for Taylor in the Teen Choice Awards
• Both of Us video debuts - get our hosts' reactions
• Taylor introduces Wonderstruck Enchanted as a continuation of Wonderstruck
• OUR GUEST MAKES A VERY SPECIAL OFFER EXCLUSIVE TO TAYLOR TALK LISTENERS!!! 
• FUN FACT: Our guest interview runs on the treadmill listening to Taylor Talk!! 

Episode 19

-Happy Birthday Maya!!

-Happy Father's Day to Scott Swift!! 

-Help us name Belle's new cat

-Music video for Both of Us will be out the end of June

-Taylor has been co-writing with Mark Foster of Foster the People

-Selena Gomez wants to work with Taylor on her next album

-SONG ANALYSIS: Teardrops On My Guitar

-Belle tells us her stories from CMA Fest and Taylor Swift: Speak Now - Treasures From The World Tour, including BRAND NEW INFORMATION from Scott Borchetta's Q&A session!!!

-WWTD if Austin (her brother) dated one of her best friends? 

-What Are Swifties Listening To? - Ella Mae Bowen

Episode 18 - MINISODE!! 

• Short Episode with a full length feature to come next week, including a report from Belle on CMA Fest, and the Taylor Swift: Speak Now – Treasures from the World Tour at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
• A special message from a listener from China who uses Taylor Talk to help teach themselves English!! HOW COOL IS THAT?!?!
• Capital Hoedown in Ottowa is no longer taking place
• There WILL be a music video for “Both of Us”
• News
• If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You’re A Swifty When…

Episode 17 

• The all-girls EXTRAVAGANZA!!! 
• Happy Birthday song to Liz Huett
• The latest Taylor Swift News
• An in-depth discussion about Taylor Swift's fashion (Hair, clothing, shoes, etc)
• Analysis of "Picture to Burn"
• Mini Segments (If Swifties Ruled The World, You Know You're A Swifty When, WWTD?, What Are Swifties Listening To?)

Episode 16 

• Special Mothers Day Edition dedicated to Andrea Swift (Taylor’s awesome Mom!)
• Happy Birthday, Paul Sidoti
• Did you know TaylorSwift.com had a section on it called “Taylor Talk” back in 2003? How cool is that?!?! Check it out for yourself!!
• Taylor is up for TWO Billboard Music Awards and THREE CMT Awards, so go vote!!
• We do a follow up discussion to our Special Edition Episode on Taylor Swift’s collaboration with B.o.B now that we have more details.
• You Know You’re A Swifty When/If Swifties Ruled The World..
• Special guest, Eric Scull, of Mugglenet.com and Mugglecast, the #1 Harry Potter podcast joins us to help answer the question: WWTD if she went to Hogwarts and was in the same year as Harry?

SPECIAL EDITION - BOTH OF US

The latest song featuring Taylor Swift called "Both Of Us," off of B.o.B's new album "Strange Clouds" has JUST premiered and our team takes you through our initial reactions followed by an in-depth analysis of the song!!

Episode 15 - Tim McGraw

-Say What?!!? Grant's grandma has a Twitter?!?! 

-Earth day is the perfect day for watching The Lorax

-On the calendar: B.o.B.'s new album featuring Taylor Swift comes out May 1

-News: Billboard Music Awards, Taylor's collaboration with Justin Bieber

-Learn all about "Tim McGraw" - No, not the singer, but Taylor's first single!

-What inspired the song? 

-Who co-wrote it?

-Learn all about the music video for "Tim McGraw"

-WWTD to get back at Justin Bieber for his prank on Punk'd??

Episode 14 - The Weekend of Taylor

• The Weekend of Taylor – Punk’d, Kids’ Choice Awards, and Academy of Country Music Awards!!
• Adam, Belle, and Diane share their stories from ACM weekend and meeting Scott Swift
• “Fun fact: Of the 1,169,254 singles sold to date from the “Hunger Games” album, 1,003,917 are from @TaylorSwift13′s two tracks.” via Brian Mansfield
• If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You’re A Swifty When
• Announcements and News
• WWTD if she found out about #creepythingsadamsays?

Episode 13 - ALL ABOUT YOU

• ALL ABOUT YOU! – A few of Taylor Talk’s listeners join us on the show for an “Eyes Open” discussion
• Taylor Talk goes GOLD – Hits 500,000 downloads in 165 countries!!
• We discuss the 13′s in Taylor’s life
• If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You’re A Swifty When
• Announcements and News
• Find out how our hosts think Taylor would react if her band turned into vampires on stage!!!

Episode 12 - Lorax, Australia and more! 

• Lorax discussion – including The Lorax App, the controversy surrounding the film, and of course Taylor in her portrayal of Audrey
• Belle, Maya, and Jencita think Grant would make a great Barbie doll
• Australia!!! – Hot Chelle Rae is the opening act and hilarious on Twitter; Taylor gets lunch with her brother Austin, who is all grown up!; Papa Swift turns 60, but does NOT look his age!!
• Belle offers to allow Adam to give her a haircut in Vegas!
• Belle also admits to knowing how she would kill Adam if they were in The Hunger Games
• Mini Segments – If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You’re A Swifty When; What Are Swifties Listening To?; WWTD??
• Announcements, News, Calendar

Episode 11 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW - Brian Mansfield

•      Safe and Sound Music Video - Adam FINALLY reads The Hunger Games!!
•      Taylor Swift and Zac Efron on The Ellen Show - FUNNIEST APPEARANCE YET!!
•      News & Calendar
•      If Swifties Ruled The World, You Know You're A Swifty When, WWTD??
•      What are Swifties listening to?

Episode 9

• Win a FREE copy of Beautiful Eyes
• Vogue Cover Discussion
• What Will Be On Taylor's 4th Album? - Speculation
• If Swifties Ruled The World/You Know You're A Swifty When
• WWTD?
• News/Calendar