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?
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:34pm PDT |
Sun, 21 December 2014
Episode 165 - Merry Swiftmas everyone! In Episode 165 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts give you their version of A Swiftmas Carol, the story of an evil music executive who doesn’t support Taylor Swift. Your hosts, helped by the Ghosts of Swiftmas Past, Present, and Future convince Scrooge to become a Swifty. Join us for some holiday laughs and a few surprises along the way. Here at Taylor Talk, we wish you a happy holiday season, however you choose to spend it. Enjoy the episode! Highlights from Episode 165 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: A Swiftmas Carol – Join us for A Swiftmas Carol, the story of an evil music executive named Scrooge who doubted Taylor Swift. – The Ghost of Swiftmas Past takes us through Taylor’s most noteworthy accomplishments. – What’s your favorite part of the 1989 era so far? The Ghost of Swiftmas Present has an interesting perspective. – That awkward moment when music executives predicted 1989 wouldn’t sell very much its first week. Oops. – Taylor’s someday BFF predicts her future. Rock n Roll Hall of Fame anyone? – Beyonce, Jay-Z, JT, and Tay NEED to do an epic collaboration. – Bah humbug! Use this Swiftmas Carol to convert the haters to lovers in your life. Other Topics:
– USA Today names Taylor Swift’s 1989 as Album of the Year. Check out Brian Mansfield’s article at usatoday.com – The GRAMMYS proves that guys can hair flip too. – Taylor Swift is a confirmed performer at the 2015 BRIT Awards in February! Get ready for an awesome performance. – Santa and the elves help us out with the mini-segments. They’re Swifties too! – What are Swifties listening to? “King” by Lauren Aquilina.
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:56pm PDT |
Sun, 14 December 2014
Episode 164 - HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY TAYLOR SWIFT! This week has been another crazy week of Taylor Swift news, from fashion shows to jingle balls to 25th birthday extravaganza! In Episode 164 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, your hosts discuss all the Victoria’s Secret Fashion, Z100’s Jingle Ball in NYC, and Billboard’s Woman of the Year luncheon. What was your favorite event this week? Let us know, and enjoy the show! Highlights from Episode 164 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: Taylor News – Victoria’s Secret & Jingle Ball – What did you all think of Taylor Swift’s performances at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show? – Taylor’s outfits proved that she is basically an honorary Victoria’s Secret angel. – The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and feminism… do they compliment each other? – HAPPY BIRTHDAY TAYLOR! She turned 25 years old on stage at Z100 Jingle Ball. – Taylor Swift’s birthday party looked AMAZING. – Our friend and fellow Swifty, Gena, got to present the Billboard Woman of the Year Award to Taylor Swift herself!! – Taylor is keen on continuing the conversation about ensuring that artists and writers get fairly compensated for their work. Other Topics:
– Debate: Does Taylor Swift deserve to be the TIME Magazine Person of the Year? – More dates have been added to the 1989 World Tour! Check them out at taylorswift.com/events. – You know you’re a Swifty when your money randomly starts disappearing from your bank account during the 13 days of Taylor…. hmm wonder why. – Swifties are listening to “Bones” by Alex G.
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:13pm PDT |
Sun, 7 December 2014
Episode 163 -- Who else has won Billboard Woman of the Year TWICE? No one, just Tay. In Episode 163 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss all the latest goings-on in Taylor’s life, from the Jingle Ball in Los Angeles and London, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, her Grammy nominations, and Taylor’s Woman of the Year interview with Billboard. What do you think of Taylor’s recent accomplishments? They keep racking up! Enjoy the episode! Highlights from Episode 163 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: Taylor News – Billboard to Jingle Ball – Scott Borchetta, the President of Big Machine Records, will be a mentor on the next season of American Idol. – Taylor Swift performs at three Jingle Ball events around the world. Is her setlist a hint at what she’ll perform on the 1989 tour? Taylor gave KIIS FM the details on her 1989 tour. – Look out, Tay, three Grammy nominations coming your way! – Taylor Swift becomes the two-time winner of Billboard’s Woman of the Year. Read her cover story on Writing Her Own Rules, Not Becoming a Cliche and the Hurdle of Going Pop. – “I wouldn’t be a singer if I weren’t a songwriter. I have no interest in singing someone else’s words.” – TS Other Topics:
– Get ready Aussies, Taylor Swift is bringing the 1989 tour to Australia! – Taylor filmed the Victoria’s Secret Fashion show this week. Be sure to tune in on Dec. 9th on CBS! – I don’t know about you, but Taylor Swift will be feeling TWENTY FIVE on Saturday! – You know you’re a Taylor Swift when… – What would Taylor do if she showed up to a concert and there were only guys in the audience? – Swifties are listening to “The Hanging Tree” from the Hunger Games soundtrack.
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:33pm PDT |
Mon, 1 December 2014
Episode 162 -- Just because you’re clean don’t mean you can miss Taylor Talk! In Episode 62 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss what Taylor Swift calls the most important song off her 1989 album, “Clean.” For Taylor, the song is about moving on passed a bad relationship, but you could also apply it to getting over any sort of tough situation. What do you think of the incredible imagery in “Clean”? We welcome your thoughts. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 162 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “Clean” Song Analysis – What is “Clean” about to you? – We marvel at the imagery in nearly every single lyric in this song. – It’s raining and she’s drowning, but she can finally breathe. What does this meeeean? – What is the purpose of this song being the last song on 1989? – Keep your fingers crossed that Taylor will perform “Clean” on tour!! – We imagine what the music video for “Clean” could look like. Other Topics:
– That awkward moment when Taylor Swift sells more albums in her fifth week of 1989 than some artists ever sell. – Don’t miss the 13 Days of Taylor deals at store.taylorswift.com!! – You know you’re a Swifty when Sami gives you a lesson on how to sneak your headphones on in class. Hey, it’s a perfect (and secretive way) to listen to Taylor Swift! – Swifties are listening to Imogen Heap, Taylor’s cowriter on “Clean.” – This episode is dedicated to two very special pups, Hershey and Cooper.
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Category:general -- posted at: 12:31am PDT |
Mon, 24 November 2014
Episode 161 - Don’t say I didn’t warn you… but Taylor Swift slayed at the 2014 American Music Awards! In Episode 161 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor Swift’s performance of “Blank Space” at the 2014 American Music Awards. She wowed us all with pyrotechnics, acrobats, powerful vocals, and some serious crazy eyes. That night, she was also honored as the first recipient of the Dick Clark Award for Excellence. We hope you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to share your thoughts with us! Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 161 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: Taylor Swift at the AMAs – Poll: when they turned on the fire, were you scared for her or scared of her? – Do you think this performance is a representation of the 1989 tour? – We debate whether or not the pen click was ever a thing. – Here at Taylor Talk, we ask the hard hitting questions: Which was more powerful, the music video or the performance? – While being honored with the Dick Clark Award for Excellence, Taylor Swift manages to humbly bring honor to everyone else. Other Topics:
– Only Taylor Swift can knock Taylor Swift off the Number One spot on Billboard. – 1989 hit its 2 million sales mark AND “Shake It Off” went 4x platinum. YAS! – If Swifties ruled the world, all of Taylor’s exes would be sent to Mars. Muahah – Adam memorializes a very special someone on the show… and reminds us all of the incredible love found in the Swifty community.
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Category:general -- posted at: 12:07am PDT |
Sun, 16 November 2014
I could show you incredible things… like this episode of Taylor Talk! In Episode 160 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor’s most over the top outrageously grand music video yet, the music video for “Blank Space.” We also rave over the “Blank Space” Experience and how its unlike anything anyone has ever created before. What are your thoughts on the music video and the “Blank Space” Experience app? Feel free to share your thoughts. Enjoy the episode! Highlights from Episode 159 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “Blank Space” Music Video & Experience – What were your first impressions of the “Blank Space” music video? – Fun fact: The castle filming location was the inspiration behind F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. – Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt personally victimized by the Taylor Swift Blank Space girl. – Sean O’Pry, arguably the most gorgeous man in the world, was discovered via his Myspace prom photos. – We are OBSESSED with the Blank Space Experience App. Who’s gotten all 41 collectibles? – Dear Taylor Swift, one burning question: who is GK? Please explain. Other Topics:
– Taylor Swift was on the cover of TIME Magazine. Yeah, you read that right! Check out her interview http://time.com/3578249/taylor-swift-interview/. – Taylor Clause is coming to town! She’s already shipped personalized Christmas presents to several lucky fans, and she even delivered one present in person! – You know you’re a Swifty when you’re one year old grandson won’t eat dinner because the Shake It Off video is on TV. You gotta start ‘em young. – What would Taylor do if she had to give up one positive aspect of being famous to avoid paparazzi?
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:23pm PDT |
Sun, 9 November 2014
Episode 159 - Nice to meet you, where you been? You should listen to Taylor Talk! In Episode 159 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we discuss Taylor Swift’s newest single “Blank Space,” a song that originally started out as a joke to mock the fictionalized character the media created from Taylor Swift’s alleged “serial dating habits.” It’s a catchy, well-written song, and join us as we analyze the lyrics line by line. There’s no doubt that “Blank Space” will become an instant hit. Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 159 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: “Blank Space” Song Analysis – “Hey, I want to write this completely satirical song about the fictionalization of my personal life…” said Taylor Swift, and that became “Blank Space” – Which “Blank Space” song lyric is your favorite? – Sami discusses the idea that Taylor embedded a little bit of her exes into each part of the song. – Is there a reference to “The Lucky One” in “Blank Space?” – We discuss what “Blank Space” would look like on the 1989 World Tour. – In the likely chance that the official music video for “Blank Space” will be released this week, Steve has a hilarious idea as to what the music video might look like. Other Topics:
– 1989 had the year’s largest first week sales of nearly 1.3 million!! Yeaaauh Taylor feels amazin’. – The 1989 World Tour has been announced! Check out taylorswift.com/events to see when it comes to your city. – If swifties ruled the world the air would always smell like Wonderstruck. – Swifties are listening to Cali Rodi’s “Friends Like Us.” Check out her seven free songs at CaliRodi.com.
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:12pm PDT |
Sun, 2 November 2014
Episode 158 - Happy third anniversary Taylor Talk! In Episode 158 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast, we celebrated by hosting a LIVE episode on Google Hangout to discuss our first impressions of 1989 (how nice of Taylor to give us a new album for our anniversary! lol). You can listen to the audio or watch the recorded video of our live episode on YouTube. We hope you enjoy the episode, and we hope you enjoy 1989! Please keep sharing your thoughts on the album as well as your thoughts on “Blank Space,” Taylor’s newest single off 1989. We’ll discuss “Blank Space” in depth next week, so stay tuned for that! Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 157 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: 1989 First Impressions – 1989 is FINALLY out!! What do y’all think of the new album? – Fun fact: the secret messages in the lyrics tell a story. Sounds like a concept album to us! – We try to stump you with 1989 trivia. The prize? A Taylor Talk t-shirt! – I said remember this moment… when #TaylorTalkLIVE was trending in India and the United States!!!! – What were your initial thoughts on each song off 1989? Which one is your favorite? – We theorize as to why some songs were included as bonus tracks instead of on the main album. – Next week we’re discussing “Blank Space.” Send us your thoughts and we’ll share em on the show!
Direct download: 158_Episode_158_-_1989_-_Taylor_Talk_LIVE_-_Taylor_Talk__The_Taylor_Swift_Podcast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:44pm PDT |
Tue, 28 October 2014
Episode 157 - Welcome to New York… for real! Listen up to Episode 157 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast as we discuss Taylor Swift’s iHeartRadio rooftop live stream in New York City. All the hosts were in attendance, so we offer a unique perspective as to what it was like to watch the performance live. We discuss why we think Taylor sang the songs she did and we also predict her first week album sales. And I know, we didn’t really talk about 1989 this episode, but don’t fret, we will talk all about it on our LIVE EPISODE this Saturday, November 1st, at 3pm PST. Let us know what you think of 1989 and we’ll share it on the live episode! Happy listening! Highlights from Episode 157 of Taylor Talk: The Taylor Swift Podcast
Main Discussion: The Ultimate Secret Session – 1989 iHeart Radio Live Stream – How cool was it to see Taylor Swift perform “Welcome to New York” on a rooftop in New York City? – This was the first “secret session” where Taylor performed any of her songs off 1989. – Do you think “Style” and “Blank Space” will be Taylor’s next singles? – By far the coolest part of the live stream: the Empire State Building lighting up to the beat of the songs! – Let us know what you think of 1989 and we’ll share it on our live episode on Saturday! You can watch the live episode at youtube.com/taylortalk13.
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