{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/657f518447124c0016473350/6938bdf134867e026d01b769?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"64. Keeping it 100 in December","description":"<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Hosts: Meggles, Jess</p><p><br></p><p>Stay Connected:</p><p>Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls:</p><ul><li>Bluesky: @TalkingSwift</li><li>YouTube: @TalkingSwift</li><li>Instagram: @talkingswiftov</li><li>Threads: @talkingswiftov</li><li>TikTok: @talkingswift</li><li>Join our Discord! Link in our linktree! linktr.ee/talkingswift</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Don't forget to like, follow, subscribe, rate, comment, and share with fellow Swifties! Thank you for joining us on this Taylor Swift adventure.</p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Welcome Back and Catching Up</p><p>01:07 Showgirl Album Reactions</p><p>04:17 Taylor Swift's Record-Breaking Success</p><p>04:46 Upcoming Projects and Interviews</p><p>12:02 Football Season Updates</p><p>16:59 Holiday Merch</p><p>20:07 Jess's Thoughts on the Album</p><p>23:14 The Fate of Ophelia</p><p>25:54 Elizabeth Taylor</p><p>26:59 Opalite</p><p>27:47 Father Figure</p><p>28:46 Eldest Daughter</p><p>29:39 Ruin the Friendship</p><p>30:45 Actually Romantic</p><p>32:32 Wi$hli$t</p><p>34:27 Wood</p><p>35:51 CANCELLED!</p><p>36:56 Honey</p><p>38:41 The Life of a Showgirl</p><p>40:17 Final Thoughts and Farewell</p>","author_name":"Meggles, Rubee, Jess"}