In this episode of 'Talking Swift,' hosts Meggles and Jess return after a hiatus. They discuss the whirlwind events and controversies surrounding Taylor Swift's latest album, 'The Life of a Showgirl.' The episode covers fan reactions, including some leaving the Swiftie fandom, accusations of misogyny and racism, and a defense of the album’s success and artistry. They also touch on Taylor's record-breaking achievements, including becoming the best-selling female artist and highlights from the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The hosts express their excitement for the upcoming Eras Tour movie and docuseries and reflect on the NFL season's unpredictability. Jess gives her thoughts on each song from 'The Life of a Showgirl' and the resonance it had with her, providing a thorough track-by-track discussion. The episode concludes with a look ahead to more content in the new year.

Hosts: Meggles, Jess

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Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome Back and Catching Up

01:07 Showgirl Album Reactions

04:17 Taylor Swift's Record-Breaking Success

04:46 Upcoming Projects and Interviews

12:02 Football Season Updates

16:59 Holiday Merch

20:07 Jess's Thoughts on the Album

23:14 The Fate of Ophelia

25:54 Elizabeth Taylor

26:59 Opalite

27:47 Father Figure

28:46 Eldest Daughter

29:39 Ruin the Friendship

30:45 Actually Romantic

32:32 Wi$hli$t

34:27 Wood

35:51 CANCELLED!

36:56 Honey

38:41 The Life of a Showgirl

40:17 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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In this episode of 'Talking Swift,' hosts Rubee and Meggles dive into their initial reactions to Taylor Swift's latest album, 'The Life of a Showgirl'. They discuss the influence of the album as well as their feelings about each track, their standout lyrics, and the album's overall tone. Highlights include their analysis of track titles versus song content and standout tracks for each host. They also touch on Taylor's promotional activities, including the Spotify pop-up, radio interviews, and acoustic track announcements. Additionally, the hosts address the mixed reactions within the fan community and industry records Taylor has broken. The episode closes with anticipation for deeper discussions in future episodes.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome and Catching Up

01:08 Initial Thoughts on the Album

04:52 The Fate of Ophelia

10:06 Elizabeth Taylor

14:53 Opalite

18:34 Father Figure

23:53 Eldest Daughter

27:06 Ruin the Friendship

30:33 Actually Romantic

32:51 Wi$h Li$t

35:08 Wood

40:20 CANCELLED!

43:44 Honey

46:29 The Life of a Showgirl

51:39 Favorite and Least Favorite Songs

57:41 Discourse and Positive Reactions

01:03:54 Promo and Easter Eggs

01:19:15 Record-Breaking Achievements

01:24:15 Selena Gomez's Wedding

01:26:30 Music Video and Theater Experiences

01:31:58 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Talking Swift, the hosts cover various recent events surrounding Taylor Swift. Topics include Taylor's security concerns due to her stalker being at large, legal issues with a clerk serving papers, and the anticipation building around the release of her new album, 'The Life of a Showgirl'. They discuss the possible hidden meanings and theories surrounding the album and also cover her upcoming appearances on talk shows, the latest Taylor-related news, the marketing strategies for the album, and exclusive events tied to its release. Finally, they speculate about behind-the-scenes content and possible surprises in store for fans.

Hosts: Meggles, Jess

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Context

00:21 Travel Plans and Pre-Trip Stress

01:06 Taylor Swift's Security Concerns

03:58 Taylor's Media Appearances and Promotions

05:01 Travis' Steakhouse and Drink Prices

08:17 Speculations on Taylor's Upcoming Album

14:37 Analyzing the Backdrop: Ophelia's Influence

15:06 Stage Setup and Symbolism

15:31 The Necklace and Showgirl Theory

16:05 Red Era and Engagement Clues

18:09 Apple Music and Trailer Speculations

19:03 Taylor Nation's Typo and Spotify Exclusives

20:56 The Fate of Ophelia Music Video Announcement

23:29 Theater Showtimes and Global Synchronization

24:41 TikTok Unlocks and Glitter Confetti

25:44 Target Vinyl and Spotify Experience

28:14 Final Theories and Excitement

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In this episode of Talking Swift, recorded on September 9th, 2025, the hosts dive into the latest news from Taylor Nation and delve deep into the mysteries surrounding Taylor Swift's upcoming album, The Life of a Showgirl. Discussion points include new Instagram posts from Taylor Nation, speculation on album themes and track theories, the significance of various Easter eggs, and more. The hosts consider the possibility of a 4 a.m. drop related to Showgirl, reflect on Taylor's history with the Grammys, and talk about some odd Taylor-related events and leaks. The episode includes track breakdowns and potential connections to Taylor Swift's past works and ends with the anticipation of the upcoming album.

Hosts: Meggles, Rubee, Jess

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Date

00:14 Taylor Nation Updates

03:40 Target Exclusive and Leaks

08:05 Foreigner's Wedding Band Offer

18:59 Football Drama and Taylor's Influence

23:49 Fake Swiftie Event

26:07 Songwriter Hall of Fame Eligibility

27:14 Showgirl Album Speculations and Easter Eggs

33:45 Music Video Theories and Countdown Predictions

39:41 Tracklist Analysis and Theories

55:23 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Plans

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In this episode, the hosts dive into the latest updates about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement, dissect fan theories, and explore notable Easter eggs. Recorded on September 2, 2025, the discussion includes comments about Taylor's 10-carat engagement ring, details about Donna Kelce's adorable Facebook banner, and more from recent news. The hosts also examine various old Easter eggs and connections to the upcoming album 'The Life of a Showgirl,' including potential hidden tracks. Catch up on all the Swiftie speculations and notable moments as the trio unravels the artistry and long-term connotations behind Taylor Swift's latest endeavors.

Hosts: Meggles, Rubee, Jess

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Hosts

00:09 Engagement News and Reactions

03:35 Proposal Details and Reactions

09:01 Taylor Swift's Public Appearances

13:46 Taylor Swift's Achievements and Speculations

22:32 Debating the Rap in the Song

23:09 Taylor Swift's Easter Eggs and Album Concepts

25:33 Bejeweled Music Video Analysis

27:11 Theories Around Taylor's Anti-Hero and Showgirl Themes

34:42 Sabrina Carpenter's Connection to Taylor's Album

37:53 Speculations on Hidden Tracks and Album Themes

47:43 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

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Breaking News: Taylor Swift Engaged

In this episode of 'Talking Swift', hosts Meggles, Jess, and Rubee discuss the monumental news of Taylor Swift's engagement to Travis, which broke on August 26, 2025. They speculate and share opinions on the details of the engagement, including the ring and setting. The hosts delve deeply into the upcoming album 'The Life of a Showgirl,' speculating on track titles, their potential meanings, and connections to Taylor's personal life and career. They also touch upon various theories around the album's themes and possible references to Taylor's past works.

Hosts: Meggles, Rubee, Jess

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Hosts

00:05 Breaking News: Taylor and Travis Engagement

04:08 Engagement Photos and Social Media Reactions

07:36 Public Reactions and Memes

10:32 Taylor and Travis: Media Coverage

20:40 Taylor's Personal Stories and Celebrity Interactions

23:04 Album Covers and Variants

32:54 The Life of a Showgirl Track list

38:29 The Fate of Ophelia

44:14 Elizabeth Taylor

48:06 Opalite

49:41 Father Figure and Eldest Daughter

54:35 Ruin the Friendship and Actually Romantic

57:36 Wishlist and Wood

01:02:11 CANCELLED!, Honey, The Life of a Showgirl

01:05:56 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of 'Talking Swift,' the hosts dive into a detailed discussion about Taylor Swift's recent activities, from Taylor Nation's Instagram posts to Travis Kelce's social media engagement with Swifties. The highlight of the episode is the trio's attempt to rank all 11 Taylor Swift albums, resulting in a lively and spirited debate. Each host revisits their favorite and least favorite tracks from each album and provides updated rankings based on current personal preferences. Future episodes promise further discussions on 'The Life of a Showgirl' speculation and an exploration of Taylor's ex-relationships.

Hosts: Meggles, Rubee, Jess

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Episode Context

00:52 Taylor Nation Updates

04:32 Travis's Comment and Swifties' Reactions

06:02 Taylor's Achievements and VMA Nomination

08:59 NFL Collaboration and Taylor's Jacket

12:30 Trump's Tweets and Colbert's Response

16:23 Favorites and Least Favorites then and Now

39:06 Ranking Taylor's Albums

54:08 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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In this episode of Talking Swift, they discuss Taylor Swift's latest album announcement, 'The Life of a Showgirl,' providing details on the countdown hype, cover variants, and the emotional journey behind the album. The episode covers the excitement and frustration around unavailable deluxe CDs, speculations and confirmations about album content, and the impact of leaks from retailers like Target. It also delves into Taylor's personal experiences, the fan reactions, and collaborations involved. The conversation highlights upcoming podcast episodes and breaks down Taylor's discussion on the New Heights podcast involving Travis Kelce. The hosts tease future episodes focusing on album rankings and the tracklist breakdown and speculation and Easter eggs.

Hosts: Meggles, Rubee, Jess

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Emotional Reactions

04:21 Taylor's Announcements and Leaks

11:36 The Countdown and Album Variants

29:45 Track List and Photos

34:58 New Heights Overview

37:59 Taylor Reclaiming Her Masters

41:20 Taylor and Travis

53:35 Taylor's Album Creation and Themes

01:05:25 Speculations and Upcoming Releases

01:07:14 Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs

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