64. Keeping it 100 in December

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, JessStay Connected:Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls:Bluesky: @TalkingSwiftYouTube: @TalkingSwiftInstagram: @talkingswiftovThreads: @talkingswiftovTikTok: @talkingswiftJoin our Discord! Link in our linktree! linktr.ee/talkingswiftDon't forget to like, follow, subscribe, rate, comment, and share with fellow Swifties! Thank you for joining us on this Taylor Swift adventure.Timestamps:00:00 Welcome Back and Catching Up01:07 Showgirl Album Reactions04:17 Taylor Swift's Record-Breaking Success04:46 Upcoming Projects and Interviews12:02 Football Season Updates16:59 Holiday Merch20:07 Jess's Thoughts on the Album23:14 The Fate of Ophelia25:54 Elizabeth Taylor26:59 Opalite27:47 Father Figure28:46 Eldest Daughter29:39 Ruin the Friendship30:45 Actually Romantic32:32 Wi$hli$t34:27 Wood35:51 CANCELLED!36:56 Honey38:41 The Life of a Showgirl40:17 Final Thoughts and Farewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.