SwifTEA: Taylor Swift Album Announcement & New Heights Podcast Debut with TS12 “The Life of a Showgirl”

Now and then we reread the manuscript of the entire TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT era... it's wild to think we're at the final song of the album, but there's so much to discuss! Do you think this song is connected to the "All Too Well (Short Film)" or her entire career and catalog? Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey discuss this incredibly special closing track, and look back on this era. PLUS, meet the newest addition of The 13 Podcast team, our summer intern Saahir!!  THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY RUFF GREENS Go to http://www.ruffgreens.com and use promo code taylorswiftfan There are lots of ways to reach us, including our exclusive Lobster Lounge! Join in on the discussion there at https://station.page/13 , or let us know on the socials! CONTACT THE PODCAST! Voicemail Number- (689) 214-1313 Email- the13podcast@gmail.com IG- https://www.instagram.com/the13podcast TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@the13podcast Twitter- https://twitter.com/the13TSpodcast YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@13ATaylorSwiftFanPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Huhti 1h

We never thought we'd get here, but we're at the penultimate track of THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT, "Robin"... is this a song about preserving childhood innocence, or does it go even further than that?  Ana, Nick, Lacey, and Amy discuss the inspiration behind the song, the connections to the entire album, and a theory as to why it was placed where it is on the tracklist.  Plus, a few voicemails and emails from listeners!  There are lots of ways to reach us, including our exclusive Lobster Lounge! Join in on the discussion there at https://station.page/13 , or let us know on the socials! CONTACT THE PODCAST! Voicemail Number- (689) 214-1313 Email- the13podcast@gmail.com IG- https://www.instagram.com/the13podcast TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@the13podcast Twitter- https://twitter.com/the13TSpodcast YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@13ATaylorSwiftFanPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Huhti 37min

Is "The Bolter" another classic case of Taylor Swift adapting a story to her own life? The song is rumored to be inspired by a "scandalous" English aristocrat from the early 1900s, which wouldn't be the first time that Taylor takes a story and makes it her own!  Lacey, Amy, Ana, and Nick discuss the lyrics, connections, references, history, theories, and more!  This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/TAYLORSWIFTFAN and get on your way to being your best self. There are lots of ways to reach us, including our exclusive Lobster Lounge! Join in on the discussion there at https://station.page/13 , or let us know on the socials! CONTACT THE PODCAST! Voicemail Number- (689) 214-1313 Email- the13podcast@gmail.com IG- https://www.instagram.com/the13podcast TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@the13podcast Twitter- https://twitter.com/the13TSpodcast YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@13ATaylorSwiftFanPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 Huhti 56min

Betrayal, closure, maturity... all things that Taylor Swift explores in the song "Peter", a fan-favorite from THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT.  "Peter" is not only a take on the classic Peter Pan, but also a twist of a story we've heard in Taylor Swift's discography before... Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey explore the lyrics, symbolism, call-backs, fairy tales, and plot-twists found in this poetic track!  There are lots of ways to reach us, including our exclusive Lobster Lounge! Join in on the discussion there at https://station.page/13 , or let us know on the socials! CONTACT THE PODCAST! Voicemail Number- (689) 214-1313 Email- the13podcast@gmail.com IG- https://www.instagram.com/the13podcast TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@the13podcast Twitter- https://twitter.com/the13TSpodcast YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@13ATaylorSwiftFanPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Huhti 36min

Did you know that Taylor Swift was inspired by Greek mythology when she wrote “Cassandra”? The lyricist of our generation found a way to take a story and adapt it in a way that not only applies to her, but to all women.  Ana, Lacey, Amy, and Nick discuss the lyrics to “mad woman”’s sister song, and how it connects to other parts of Taylor’s discography, life, and also moments in recent societal culture.  Plus, a few voicemails from listeners!  This episode is sponsored by Happy Mammoth! Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code TAYLORSWIFTFAN for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com This episode is sponsored by Quince! For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/taylorswiftfan for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order This episode is sponsored by Ruff Greens Fetch a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your Dog today. Go to RuffGreens.com. Just use promo code TAYLORSWIFTFAN. This episode is sponsored by StoryWorth! Right now, save $10 on your first purchase when you go to StoryWorth.com/taylorswiftfan! That’s STORYWORTH.com/taylorswiftfan to save $10 on your first. There are lots of ways to reach us, including our exclusive Lobster Lounge! Join in on the discussion there at https://station.page/13 , or let us know on the socials! CONTACT THE PODCAST! Voicemail Number- (689) 214-1313 Email- the13podcast@gmail.com IG- https://www.instagram.com/the13podcast TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@the13podcast Twitter- https://twitter.com/the13TSpodcast YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@13ATaylorSwiftFanPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Huhti 38min

We never thought we'd see the day where we break down Taylor Swift's 9th studio album, "evermore", but we finally made it!! Take a listen as Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey break down their initial rankings on "evermore" before deep diving into the album as a whole! This episode is sponsored by Happy Mammoth! Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code TAYLORSWIFTFAN for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com This episode is sponsored by Quince! For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to Quince.com/taylorswiftfan for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order This episode is sponsored by Ruff Greens Fetch a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your Dog today. Go to RuffGreens.com. Just use promo code TAYLORSWIFTFAN. This episode is sponsored by StoryWorth! Right now, save $10 on your first purchase when you go to StoryWorth.com/taylorswiftfan! That’s STORYWORTH.com/taylorswiftfan to save $10 on your first. CONTACT THE PODCAST! Voicemail Number- (689) 214-1313 Email- the13podcast@gmail.com IG- https://www.instagram.com/the13podcast TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@the13podcast Twitter- https://twitter.com/the13TSpodcast YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@13ATaylorSwiftFanPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 Huhti 16min

Taylor Swift was honored with a lot of awards at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, including Tour of the Century!! Were you clowning for Taylor to show up and make a big announcement? Did you catch the subtle easter eggs in her acceptance video? Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey break down everything that happened, the clues, the easter eggs, and the potential for the next date to clown for!  CONTACT THE PODCAST! Voicemail Number- (689) 214-1313 Email- the13podcast@gmail.com IG- https://www.instagram.com/the13podcast TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@the13podcast Twitter- https://twitter.com/the13TSpodcast YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@13ATaylorSwiftFanPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Maalis 43min

Taylor Swift thinks that she is doomed to a life of solitude because she chose to share her craft and talents with the world, but is there a way that she can change that? She did figure it out and she gave this song a happy conclusion during an acoustic mashup at the Eras Tour!  Ana, Lacey, Amy and Nick discuss all of the connections and theories surrounding this vulnerable song that is giving major Track 5 vibes.  THIS PODCAST IS SPONSORED BY BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/TAYLORSWIFTFAN and get on your way to being your best self. CONTACT THE PODCAST! Voicemail Number- (689) 214-1313 Email- the13podcast@gmail.com IG- https://www.instagram.com/the13podcast TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@the13podcast Twitter- https://twitter.com/the13TSpodcast YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@13ATaylorSwiftFanPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Maalis 35min