Sun, 1 March 2015
Episode 175 - Every day is like a battle, but every episode with us is like a dream. Here at Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we consider ourselves part of the “New Romantics” squad. What does the phrase “New Romantics” mean exactly? Who are these people and why are they singing heartbreak as their national anthem so proudly? Listen up to Episode 175 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast as we review the song that sums up the whole 1989 album. What do you think of “New Romantics”? Feel free to share your thoughts. Happy listening! Also: We were nominated for BEST ENTERTAINMENT PODCAST at the 2015 Podcast Awards!! Voting starts soon, so be on the look out for daily reminders on our social media pages.
Highlights from Episode 175 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “New Romantics” Song Analysis – The best people in life love “New Romantics.” – Rob Sheffield of Rolling Stone listed “New Romantics” as the second best song of 2014! Steve was nice and made a Spotify playlist of these songs. – You know Taylor Swift is an amazing lyricist when you can spend 10 minutes talking about two lines. – Let’s play a game called “Find References to Other ‘1989’ Songs in New Romantics.” (hint: we found “Shake It Off” and “Blank Space”) – What exactly are the “new romantics”? A 19th century artistic movement? The cool kids squad? – The bridge…. what does it mean?? Other Topics:
– WE’RE NOMINATED FOR BEST ENTERTAINMENT PODCAST IN THE PODCAST AWARDS! Daily voting starts March 4th. We will remind you so you don’t forget. – We love how Taylor constantly looks for ways to “take the narrative back” about herself from the media. – “New money, suit and tie…” What did you think of Taylor’s “Blank Space” BRIT Awards performance? – Taylor Swift’s Telegraph interview is a must-read. (Tay worries about being able to top “1989” for album number six!) – If Swifties ruled the world, Taylor Swift would be able to freeze time so she could spend more time with her fans. Calendar
– The Juno Awards will air on March 15th. – The Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards are on March 28th. – March 29th are the iHeartRadio Music Awards.
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:42pm PDT |
Sun, 22 February 2015
Episode 174 - Taylor Swift and Karlie Kloss never go out of style. In Episode 174 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss the Vogue feature on one of our favorite female friendships: Taylor Swift and Karlie Kloss! The pair talked about how “normal” they are and competed in a hilarious Vogue competition to determine who is the best best friend. We also discuss the #StyleMemories and consider how the “Style” music video would be different if those clips had been included. What was your favorite news story from this week? Let us know in the comments below. Enjoy the show! Highlights from Episode 174 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “Style” Memories and Taylor Swift & Karlie Kloss in Vogue – What’s your favorite #StyleMemories video? – Fun fact: “Style” was written on February 19, 2014. – Taylor and Karlie Kloss have graced the cover of Vogue together! Check out their Vogue feature on news stands now. – Vogue interviews Taylor and Karlie about their friendship that started at a Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and on a trip to Big Sur. – Taylor Swift wants to regain control of her narrative — we think she’s owning it. – What does the future of Big Machine look like? Billboard has some ideas. Other Topics:
– Wonderland is now available for purchase in the iTunes US Store! – Taylor Swift sang with Paul McCartney on SNL’s 40th anniversary after party and it was the highlight of her life. – Fun fact: Stump the Host is one of our favorite games on the podcast! – Swifties are listening to “Yours” and “Ghost” by Ella Henderson. Calendar
– Taylor will make an appearance with Ed Sheeran on BBC 1 Radio 1 Breakfast Show with Nick Grimshaw on Feb. 24th. – The BRIT Awards are on Feb. 25th. – The Juno Awards will air on March 15th. – The Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards are on March 28th. – March 29th are the iHeartRadio Music Awards.
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:40pm PDT |
Fri, 13 February 2015
Episode 173 - You must have a day dream look in your eye, because the “Style” music video is out!! In Episode 173 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts discuss the “Style” music video, which is Taylor’s most abstract and artistic music video to date. What were your initial impressions of the video? Did its difference from other Taylor videos throw you off? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 173 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “Style” Music Video Analysis – What were your initial impressions of the “Style” music video? – The “Style” music video is less of a story and more like an artistic representation of emotion. – The fragmented mirrors represent… memories? Or did the characters become each other? – There’s a paper airplane necklace in this video…. Hmmm. – Steve says Harry Styles loves Classic Mustangs. Because they’re bros, obviously. #not – What if clips from the “Style” video were set to “Wildest Dreams?” The result is AMAZING: endinburningflamesorparadise.tumblr.com – Do you think this “Style” music video represents the song? Other Topics:
– Taylor and Karlie Kloss have graced the cover of Vogue together! Check out their Vogue feature on news stands February 14th. – Rumor has it that Taylor Swift is willing to record a song with Kayne West. – You know you’re a Swifty when you dance around in your pjs getting ready for school. Calendar
– The 40th anniversary episode of SNL (feat. Taylor Swift) will air Sunday, Feb. 15th. – The BRIT Awards are on Feb. 25th.
Direct download: 173_Episode_173_-_Style_Music_Video_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:31pm PDT |
Sun, 8 February 2015
Episode 172 - I know places you can listen to Taylor Talk…Episode 172 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast is all about one of Taylor’s coolest sounding tracks on 1989, “I Know Places.” Taylor wrote this song about elements that try to ruin a love (ex. friends, media, paparazzi, etc.), but the “foxes” escape the “hunters” in the end. What do you think of the song? What would the music video for “I Know Places” look like if you could direct it? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Enjoy the show! Highlights from Episode 172 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “I Know Places” Song Analysis – Taylor sent co-writer Ryan Tedder a rough draft version of “I Know Places” before recording it. – Did you know Tay can make up lyrics on the spot? That’s the mark of a great songwriter. – It’s fascinating how this song moves from a song about running to a song about love. – Fun Fact: Taylor says her spirit animal is a fox. – What would you rate “I Know Places” out of 13? Other Topics:
– Taylor didn’t take home any Grammys this year, but 1989 is still breaking records left and right! – You know you’re a Swifty when you use Taylor lyrics to woo the ladies. – What Taylor Swift song would be a perfect theme song for the Lion King? – New Swifties, old Swifties, we love them all!! Calendar
– The 40th anniversary episode of SNL (feat. Taylor Swift) will air Sunday, Feb. 15th. – The BRIT Awards are on Feb. 25th.
Direct download: 172_Episode_172_-_I_Know_Places_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:46pm PDT |
Mon, 2 February 2015
Episode 171 - There’s only mad love for Taylor Swift on this show. On Episode 171 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift, we discuss “Bad Blood.” This song is allegedly about pop star Katy Perry, Taylor’s former good friend. Rumor has it that Katy Perry tried to “sabotage an entire arena tour” (RED Tour) by hiring some dancers right from under her. The hosts agree that “Bad Blood” was Taylor’s way to confronting the situation, even though Taylor said herself that she hates confrontation. What do you all think of the song? Could it be about Katy Perry? Leave us your thoughts. Thanks for listening! Highlights from Episode 171 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “Bad Blood” Song Analysis – Friendship heartbreak hurts worse than love heartbreak. – Is “Bad Blood” really about Katy Perry? – Gawker published a timeline of Taylor and Katy’s friendship based on tweets (& Mean Girls references). – How does “Bad Blood” fit into the story of the album? – What would “Bad Blood” look like on tour? Could it be a single? Other Topics:
– Taylor Swift’s social media accounts may have been hacked, but they won’t find anything dirty, because it doesn’t exist! – HAIM willing be joining Taylor Swift on her 1989 World Tour for select shows! – Be sure to subscribe on leave us a review on iTunes. We love feedback! Calendar
– The Grammys are THIS SUNDAY Feb. 8th at 8/7c on CBS. – The BRIT Awards are on Feb. 25th.
Direct download: 171_Episode_171_-_Bad_Blood_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:01am PDT |
Sun, 25 January 2015
Episode 170 - You know what never goes out of style? Taylor Talk! In Episode 170 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor Swift’s newest single, “Style”! In “Style,” Taylor relates classic clothing trends that never go out of style to relationships that always seem to keep coming back. We discuss how this metaphor functions in the song and how this song is sure to become an instant classic. What did you think of the song? How do you envision a music video for it? We’d love to hear your thoughts. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 170 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “Style” Song Analysis – Taylor said 1989 wasn’t complete until she wrote “Style.” – “The way the song sounds and feels, that’s all I need people to know about the story.” – TS – If Steve didn’t find polaroid references in everything, he wouldn’t be Steve. – Why do you think Taylor chose 1950s iconic images instead of images from the 1980s? – So what does “good girl faith” mean to you? – How do you see this song being performed on tour? Other Topics:
– We start off the show with another round of stump the host. Don’t forget to send us your questions! – YES WHALE. YES BEACH BOYS. – You know you’re a Swifty when you use Taylor Swift lyrics to ask a girl to be your girlfriend. #RelationshipGoals – Swifties are listening to “Love Me Like You Do” by Ellie Goulding from the Fifty Shades of Grey soundtrack.
Direct download: 170_Episode_170_-_Style_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:26pm PDT |
Mon, 19 January 2015
Episode 169 - Let me remind you, this was what you wanted… a new episode of Taylor Talk! In Episode 169 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss track five on 1989, “All You Had To Do Was Stay.” The panel is split about their opinions on the song — feel free to weigh in and let us know your thoughts. Do you think Taylor will perform this song on tour even though the high note STAY would be intense for her voice? I guess we’ll just have to wait and see. Enjoy the episode! Highlights from Episode 169 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “All You Had To Do Was Stay” Song Analysis – You can’t talk about this song without belting STAY. #SwiftFact – Steve calls this song “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” 1.0. – Where do you see AYHTDWS fitting into the story of 1989? – What is it about this song that makes it get stuck in your head so easily? – How do you think Taylor will pull off singing the STAY part on tour? Other Topics:
– This policeman from Delaware is famous for Shaking it Off. – Have a Stump the Host question? Send em in! We love a good challenge. – Hooray for the return of the If This Was a Movie segment! – Mark your calendars! The Grammys are coming up on Feb. 8th and the BRIT Awards are on Feb. 25th.
Direct download: 169_Episode_169_-_All_You_Had_To_Do_Was_Stay_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:47am PDT |
Sun, 11 January 2015
Episode 168 - Your iPod is glowing in the dark… playing this episode of Taylor Talk! In Episode 168 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss the only song Taylor Swift wrote by herself on 1989, a song called “This Love.” Taylor said “This Love” is about a time when she had to cut someone loose when she didn’t want to, but they came back. What’s your opinion on “This Love”? Do you think Taylor will play it on tour? Let us know what you think of the episode. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 168 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “This Love” Song Analysis – Fun fact: “This Love” is the only song Taylor wrote by herself on 1989. That makes it good by default. – Taylor wrote this song about a love that came back. Do you think “This Love” supports a fatalistic view of love then? – Does this song contain references to “Wildest Dreams,” “I Know Places,” and other songs on the album? – Steve finds 80s nods everywhere! – We know any music video for this song must include the ocean. Duh. Other Topics:
– I have no clue how people confuse us for Taylor Swift… – You know you’re Taylor Swift when you win three awards at an award show you didn’t even attend. – Looks like Taylor had a well needed vacation with her friends! – You know you’re a Swiftie when you buy Taylor merchandise and just don’t care about how much you spend for it. Oops. – Swifties are preparing for the 1989 Tour by listening to the opening act, Vance Joy.
Direct download: 168_Episode_168_-_This_Love_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:10pm PDT |
Sun, 4 January 2015
Episode 167 -- Haven’t you heard what becomes of curious minds? They listen to Taylor Talk! In Episode 167 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we analyze one of the most popular bonus tracks on 1989, “Wonderland”! Taylor borrowed from Lewis Carroll’s “Alice in Wonderland” to write this song about an ill-fated romance. What do you think of “Wonderland”? Why do you think Taylor included it as a bonus track instead of on the 1989 album? Let us know what you think. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 167 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “Wonderland” Song Analysis – Steve says “Wonderland” is the “Blank Space” of the 1989 bonus tracks. – The lyrical tone definitely foreshadows a not so happy ending. – We discuss people’s habits of sticking their noses into other people’s relationships. – How do you think the reference to Alice in Wonderland contributed to the meaning of the song? – Adam wants Tim Burton to direct a music video for “Wonderland.” Other Topics:
– Taylor finished off 2014 with a rocking performance of “Welcome to New York” & “Shake It Off” in Times Square. – Have you seen Taylor’s Santa Swift video yet? Bring tissues. – You know you’re a Swifty when you sing “Blank Space” while parasailing!!! – Swifties are listening to Cali Rodi’s cover of “Wonderland.”
Direct download: 167_Episode_167_-_Wonderland_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:24pm PDT |
Sun, 28 December 2014
Episode 166 - This just in: magazines are calling 2014 “The Year of the Swift,” but we already knew that. In Episode 166 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, our year in review episode, your hosts delve into what they believe were Taylor Swift’s top 13 moments of 2014. From finishing up the international RED Tour to selling more 1989 albums than anyone predicted, Taylor Swift has dominated the music scene in 2014. We discuss a bunch of Taylor’s biggest accomplishments this year, but let us know what your favorite was! We’d love to hear from you. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 166 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: – Searching for a sound she hadn’t heard before, Taylor said “Welcome to New York” when she changed to pop music. – Global superstar she may be, but Taylor Swift still makes time for her fans on Instagram, Tumblr, and even by sending them Christmas presents! – Taylor came out as a feminist! Yeaaauh! – That awkward moment when the media still thinks Taylor Swift only writes about boys. – Remember that time Taylor topped the Canadian iTunes charts with 8 seconds of white noise? – What was your favorite moment of 2014?
Other Topics: – Bigger than the Beatles? Tay’s on her way! – Diane has about a month to get her GRAMMY announcer voice down. – If Swifties ruled the world, it would be amazing, but also frightening!
– What do you predict Taylor Swift will do in 2015?
Direct download: 166_Episode_166_-_13_Moments_of_2014_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:34pm PDT |
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