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It’s time to analyze one of Taylor’s sweetest and most direct songs from The Life Of A Showgirl… “Wi$h Li$t!” Before getting into the song's folklore, Sara and Laura share personal updates, as well as some Taylor news (note: this episode was recorded before texts between Blake Lively & Taylor were unsealed), plus the gals unpack the vile and coordinated “trad wife allegations” that stem from this song. Taylor’s lyrics about desire for love, normalcy, and motherhood have the ladies kicking their feet! Never has Taylor been so upfront about how she feels, what she desires, where she sees her life going next… and that refreshing stance is what makes Sara and Laura really love this song. Enjoy! Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Personal Updates (00:29) What's on Our Plates (34:30) New Year's Resolutions and Personal Goals (37:58) Taylor Updates: RECORDED BEFORE NEWS OF IT ENDS WITH US TEXTS (41:35) Introducing Wi$h Li$t (47:50) Our Personal Associations With The Song (51:16) Folk"lore" Of The Song (01:03:12) Verse 1: Other People's Desires, Accolades, Fame, Agelessness (01:06:54) Chorus 1: Well Wishes, Taylor's Own Desires, Suburban Normalcy (01:15:44) Verse 2: Brands of People & Their Wishes, Internet Embarassment (01:19:33) Bridge: Desperate Wishes, Allusions To Taylor's Past Two Exes, Our One Sided TikTok Beef (01:29:50) Chorus 3 & Outro: Reputation Style Ad Libs (01:30:52) Music Theory Analysis: R&B Influences, Pop Hooks, Verse 2's Chord Progression (01:33:44) Favorite Lyrics and Ratings (01:35:45) This Song As A Recipe (01:38:24) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Sara’s One Line a Day: A Five-Year Memory Book Taylor Swift Treats Haim Sisters, Sombr to Homemade Sourdough Bread With Punny Labels Rolling Stone: Taylor Swift’s Last Album Sparked Bizarre Accusations of Nazism. It Was a Coordinated Attack Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

It’s honestly lovelyyyy… that you’re tuning in for another episode of Blank Plate! In today’s episode, Laura and Sara kick off the new year with life updates, holiday chaos and a truly iconic New Year’s Eve wedding story before diving deep into one of Taylor Swift’s messiest and most fascinating tracks, “Actually Romantic” from Life of a Showgirl. The ladies unpack the song’s fountain-pen pettiness, rumored muse lore (yes, we’re talking about Charli XCX), and how admiration, insecurity, and obsession blur into something unexpectedly romantic. Chapters (00:00) Introduction (00:47) What's On Our Plates (08:14) Taylor Updates: Este Haim's Wedding, Eras Tour Documentary Reflections, Unanswered Questions (31:13) Unpacking "Actually Romantic" (33:05) Our Personal Associations With The Song (35:22) Folk"lore" Of The Song (49:08) Verse 1: "Boring" As A Trigger, Eras Tour vs. Brat Tour Aesthetics, Exes Ghosting (55:31) Chorus 1: Effort And One Side Obsession As Romantic, Implications Of A Platonic, Female Muse (57:24) Verse 2: "I Forgot That You Existed" Parallels, Valentines Clues, Close "Circles" In The Music Industry (01:05:18) The Bridge: Naughty Taylor! (01:07:36) Chorus 3 & Outro: "Lovely" As Passive Aggressive (01:10:10) Music Theory Analysis: Interpolations of Weezer, Wheatus, The Pixies (01:13:00) Ratings and Favorite Lyrics (01:13:59) This Song As A Recipe (01:15:10) Signing Off! (01:16:40) Patreon Preview: champagne problems SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Rolling Stone: Was “Actually Romantic” Really Necessary? Vogue: Kim Kardashian Just Sent a Valentine's Day Gift to Taylor Swift Salt and Vinegar Potatoes Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

Taylor knows exactly how to devastate her fans with her lyrical storytelling, and “Ruin The Friendship” is the perfect example of that! After about an hour of Sara and Laura recapping their favorite moments and takeaways from The End Of An Era Documentary (Episodes 1-4), the ladies dig into the lore of the song. Taylor’s high school experiences and the early 2000’s high school moments bring Sara and Laura right back to their own teenage-dom. Were you equally as wrecked when you reached the last chorus of the song?! It’s hard to imagine that the ladies are halfway through The Life Of A Showgirl’s track list! Chapters (00:00) Introduction (02:38) What's On Our Plates (16:19) End Of An Era Documentary Recap (Episodes 1-4) (48:26) Other Taylor Updates (53:06) Song Analysis: Ruin the Friendship (58:54) Our Personal Associations With The Song (01:03:56) Folk"lore" of the Song (01:12:29) Verse 1: Specific Landmarks, Beginning Of The School Year, Flashback To Fearless/Debut Taylor (01:19:49) Chorus 1: Boundaries, Chemistry (01:22:34) Verse 2: Prom, Noticed Interest (01:29:56) Chorus 2: 50 Cent's 2000's Bangers, Regret In Inaction (01:34:07) Bridge: Playing Safe, Question...? Tie Ins (01:39:00) Verse 3: The Moment All Of Our Hearts Dropped (01:42:03) Chorus 3: Inconvenience Gets A New Meaning, Sound Advice, Lessons Learned (01:47:22) Music Theory Analysis (01:49:27) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:51:00) This Song As A Recipe (01:53:57) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced UrbanDazeApparel Taylor Swift Favorite Song Sweatshirt Mom of Late Taylor Swift Friend Jeff Lang Breaks Silence on 'Ruin the Friendship': 'She's Keeping His Name Alive' 50 Cent Interview With Extra TV Salted Dark Chocolate Brownies Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

It’s track five time! “Eldest Daughter” may be one of Taylor’s sweetest songs on the album… and despite some negative criticisms, Sara and Laura absolutely LOVE this song and will defend it to death. The ladies discuss the notion of Eldest Daughter Syndrome and how Taylor’s self-protection becomes unnecessary when she feels safe with the right person. Tears are shed in this episode, but what else is new!? Chapters (00:00) Welcome! (01:42) What's On Our Plates (16:29) Taylor Updates (21:46) Eldest Daughter Introduction (25:38) Personal Associations and Emotional Connections (33:08) Folk"lore" Of The Song (49:12) Verse 1: An Unbothered Front, Apathy, Cancellation, The Illusion Of Hot Takes, Survival Strategies (56:18) Pre Chorus 1: Terminal Uniqueness, Play On Words About Death, Glorification Of "Cool" In Society (01:01:33) Chorus 1: Taylor's Specific Satiricial Vernacular, Self-Perception (01:09:01) Verse 2: Childlike Innocence, Cautious Discretion and Growth, Vulnerability, Marriage Trauma (01:24:04) Pre Chorus 2: A Lamb In Wolf's Clothing, The Burden Of Sacrifice As An Eldest Daughter. Self-Protection (01:29:20) Bridge: Montage Of Sweet, Innocent, Childlike Love, Hope and Future Possibilities Once Unimaginable (01:38:39) Pre Chorus 3: Travis Connection, Finding Home In A Stable Person (01:40:35) Chorus 3 & Outro (01:41:52) Music Theory Analysis: Right Hand On Piano As The Eldest Daughter, The Magic Of The Bridge, Interpolation of White Horse (01:47:11) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:49:46) This Song As A Recipe (01:51:47) Signing Off! (01:53:13) Patreon Preview: 'tis the damn season SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Sara’s Episode On Finding Mr. Height: Spotify, Apple Music Eli Rallo’s Commentary on Eldest Daughter Lore Taylor’s Interview With Zane Lowe Birth Order Dating Theory Brigid Kaelin’s Music Theory Analysis of Eldest Daughter Spiked Blackberry Lilac Lemonade Recipe Homemade Dunkaroo’s Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

In this episode of Blank Plate, Sara and Laura unpack one of The Life Of A Showgirl’s most “mafioso” tracks! Corruption, greed, thoughtless ambition, loyalty, and lots of excellent storytelling have the ladies dissecting all the ties to Scott Borchetta and Taylor’s strained working relationship. P.S. do you agree with the ladies monthly album assignments?! Chapters (00:00) Welcome! (00:45) What's On Our Plates (07:58) Taylor Updates: Birthday Mashups, Assigning Taylor's Albums To Months, Documentary Easter Eggs, Merch Drops (31:27) Analyzing "Father Figure" (36:12) Personal Associations With "Father Figure" (37:59) Folk"lore" Of The Song (44:25) Verse 1: Mentor-Protege Dynamics, Power Imbalances, Rumpelstiltskin Metaphor (51:37) Chorus 1: Manipulation, Exploitation, Calculated Moves, Leave It WITH Me (58:01) Verse 2: Wealth Clues, Nothing New and Clara Bow Associations, Blind Loyalty (01:04:13) Chorus 2: Fame and Notoriety, Owning Her Name (01:05:24) Bridge: Shift In Narrative, Blind Ambition, Lack Of True Loyalty (01:08:33) Chorus 3: Narration Insanity - Conversation or Not? (01:20:06) Music Theory Analysis (01:27:23) Favorite Lyrics & Ratings (01:29:30) This Song As A Recipe (01:31:41) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Swiftly Sung Stories Rumplestiltskin Theory Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

Don’t you sweat it, baby! It’s alright… Sara and Laura are dancing through each verse of Opalite in today’s episode. As one of The Life Of A Showgirl’s most upbeat and happy-go-lucky songs, the ladies have made soooo many connections to Taylor’s past albums tucked away in its lyrics. Enjoy this joy-filled episode! Chapters (00:00) Welcome! (00:41) What's On Our Plates (16:22) Taylor Updates (25:33) Analyzing "Opalite" (28:36) Personal Connections to the Song (32:27) Folk"lore" Of the Song (37:04) Verse 1: Callbacks To Exes, Austin Shoutout!, Ghosts, Lana Del Rey (45:24) Pre Chorus 1: Mistakes Made, Wrong Relationships (50:46) Chorus 1: Lightning Metaphors, Andrea's Advice (58:24) Verse 2: Some Shade, She Left The Restaurant!, Life's Lessons In Moving On (01:06:54) Pre Chorus 2: Moving On, Pep Talk (01:09:02) Chorus 2: Made To Be (01:10:14) Bridge: Navigating The Storm Together, Finding Shelter In Each Other, Thunder Metaphor (01:18:28) Music Theory Analysis: 60's Influences, Bridge Build, The Ronettes (01:19:48) Favorite Lyrics and Rating (01:22:34) This Song As A Recipe (01:24:45) Signing Off! (01:26:10) Patreon Preview: Would've, Could've, Should've SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Coconut Meringue Macaroons Recipe Angel Food Cake With Strawberries & Whipped Cream Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

Everybody sing it with us…. ELIZABETH TAYLOR! Today, Sara and Laura are analyzing the second track from The Life Of A Showgirl, which has quickly become one of their absolute favorites! After discussing their Eras Tour Documentary “Wi$hli$t,” the ladies analyze the song’s lyrics to explore Taylor’s connection to the famously beautiful and notoriously scandalous icon, Elizabeth Taylor. Musso & Frank’s menu has Sara and Laura dreaming of a Swiftie field trip to Hollywood, and after listening to this episode, you’ll be wanting one too! Chapters (00:00) Welcome & Introduction (00:55) What's On Our Plates (10:54) Taylor Updates (17:33) Our Eras Tour Documentary Wi$hli$t (30:41) Analyzing 'Elizabeth Taylor' Track (34:16) Folk"lore" of the Song (42:44) Intro: Asking A Muse, But Also Herself (45:13)Verse 1: Portofino Honeymoons, The Pressure Of Fame & Relationships, Past Relationships Withering Away (52:46) Chorus 1: Elizabeth's Violet Eyes, Anxiety and Paranoia, Partnership Desires (59:55) Verse 2: Gifts for Someone Like Taylor, Elizabeth's Jewelry Collection, Musso & Frank's (01:06:24) Bridge: Perfume, Ex Lovers Will Always Be Tied To Taylor (01:09:35) Chorus 3 & Outro: Max Martin Adlibs (01:11:18) Music Theory Production Notes (01:12:49) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:14:04) This Song As A Recipe (01:19:40) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Taylor Swift's Otter T-Shirt Inspires Fundraiser with Over $2.2 Million Donated to Sea Animals Taylor Swift Donates $100K to Toddler Fighting Brain Cancer: 'Sending the Biggest Hug' Ruby Rose Slams ‘Incredibly Stupid’ Criticism of Taylor Swift’s ‘Trad Wife’ Lyrics on ‘Showgirl’: ‘Stop It’ Taylor Swift Just Revealed the Inspo Behind Her Song “Elizabeth Taylor” and It’s So, So Sweet A Guide to the Old Hollywood Restaurant in Taylor Swift’s ‘Elizabeth Taylor’ Old Saint Nick’s Chocolate Espresso Martini Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

It’s the first TheLife Of A Showgirl analysis, and Sara and Laura are giddy! From Shakespeare quotes, art history nods, and 100 Easter Eggs hidden in the music video for “The Fate Of Ophelia”… There is so much to dive into. This song is a certified glitter gel pen “bopper-ooni,” and we hope you enjoy this episode! Chapters (00:00) Welcome & Introduction (00:32) What's On Our Plates (05:47) Taylor Updates: Eras Tour Documentary, Record-Breaking Success of Showgirl (18:21) The Fate of Ophelia Analysis (22:51) Our Personal Associations With The Song (24:57) Folklore Of The Song (29:20) Verse 1: Pyro, Instigation (34:34) Pre Chorus 1: Drowning and Melancholy References In Past Songs, A Shakespeare Nod, Taylor's IG Post Before KC (41:13) Chorus 1: The Right Timing, Grave References (45:10) Post-Chorus 1: Keep It 100, Sleepless Nights vs. Midnights (51:42) Verse 2: Callout Eldest Daughter, Another Shakespeare Quote, Psych Ward (54:10) Pre-Chorus 2: More Backing Vocals, Chain, Crown, Vine References (56:30) Chorus 2 & Bridge: 3rd Shakespeare Quote, Key Easter Eggs, Drowning and Deceived References (01:00:55) Chorus, Post Chorus 3 & Outro (01:02:03) Music Theory Analysis (01:06:38) Music Video Overview and Easter Eggs (01:09:04) Scene 1: Theater Lobby (01:11:41) Scene 2: Inside The Painting, Set Change (01:14:47) Scene 3: Backstage, Marilyn Monroe Look (01:17:02) Scene 4: Cabaret (01:18:09) Scene 5: Boat Scene (01:22:15) Scene 6: Busby Berkeley (01:23:23) Scene 7: Tied Up Backstage (01:26:07) Scene 8: Vegas Showgirls (01:27:23) Scene 9: After Party Pop Star (01:30:07) Scene 10: Bathtub (01:32:05) Our Ratings & Favorite Lyrics (01:34:00) This Song As A Recipe (01:36:05) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Morgan Brook Music analysis Fleur de Paradis Recipe Sun-Dried Tomato & Cheddar Gruyere Sourdough Bread Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

It’s been a week since The Life Of A Showgirl’s release, and Sara and Laura are SO excited to share their initial impressions of Taylor’s happiest album! Spoiler alert: Despite the loud criticisms, the girls LOVE this album. In this episode, Sara and Laura cover some of Taylor’s press tour highlights, unpack common themes found in the album, read through the vinyl poems, and share the songs and lyrics that are blowing their minds! There is sooo much to say about this new era, so let the games begin! Chapters (00:00) Introduction (01:13) What's On Our Plates (05:08) The Release (07:22) Press Tour Highlights: Wedding Details, Taylor is NOT Quitting Music, Ed Sheeran, Half Time Show Rumors, Selena Gomez's Wedding, & More (27:18) Common Themes In This Album (29:48) Vinyl Poems: A Real Look Behind The Curtain As A Showgirl, Connecting With Fans, Public Perception, Travis in Dublin (49:26) Initial Reactions to the Album (01:09:15) What's Blowing Our Minds & Lyrics We Love (01:22:45) Our Top 3 Faves Right Now (01:27:23) Song Draft (01:30:29) Creative Recipes Inspired by the Album (01:33:22) Signing Off (01:34:27) Patreon Preview: Getaway Car SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Rolling Stone’s Review of Life Of A Showgirl Sarti Spritz Recipe Strawberry Mocktail Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

It’s the last TTPD episode for a long time, and Sara and Laura are STOKED to be on the precipice of the Showgirl Era! (P.S. if you’re dying to hear an analysis of a song from TTPD that hasn’t been covered, be sure to become a Patreon member!) Before departing from Tortured Poets, the gals knew they had to cover “loml” - one of Taylor’s most grief-ridden songs. This one is jam-packed with incredible imagery, poetic, devastating lyricism, and a huge gut-punch of an ending. Chapters (00:00) Introduction (00:44) Podcast Plans For "Showgirl" Era (4:55) Taylor Swift Updates (22:56) Exploring loml: A Deep Dive (28:40) Our Personal Associations With The Song (32:35) Folk"lore" Of The Song (34:48) Verse 1: Peter & Smallest Man References, "Starry Eyed," Past Flames (48:27) Chorus 1: Fast Paced Romance, Love Bombing, "What If" Relationships, Religious Metaphors (58:22) Verse 2: Fate Intervenes, Painting References, Being Sold A Bad Deal (01:06:26) Chorus 2: Cinephile in Black and White, Mr. Steal Your Girl (01:10:16) Bridge: Ghostly Imagery, Embarassment To Rising Anger (01:19:38) Chorus 3 & Outro: Death Of Illusions, Valiant Lion, Unraveling Lies, The Ultimate Gut Punch Ending (01:30:40) Music Theory Analysis (01:32:32) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:34:10) This Song As A Recipe (01:36:24) Signing Off (01:38:52) Patreon Preview: You’re On Your Own Kid SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Taylor Swift's 'The Life of a Showgirl' to Rival Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' in a Major Cultural Take Over, Claim Insiders Salted Chai Tea Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

Taylor’s engaged and TS12 is on the horizon… it’s a GOOD time to be a Swiftie! In this episode, Sara and Laura FINALLY discuss their excitement for Taylor’s recent engagement to Travis, as well as all the inside scoop Ed Kelce has provided for us about the details of the proposal. And of course, the girls have done tons of research on The Life Of A Showgirl’s theories and speculation… listing all the facts Taylor has told us herself about the album, as well as going track by track and hypothesizing what the themes or sound might be like. This is a good one, enjoy! Chapters (0:00) Introduction & What's On Our Plates (08:10) Taylor Swift Engagement News (37:37) The Life of a Showgirl: What We Know So Far & Some Of Our Theories (01:07:34) Song Theories Track by Track (01:07:48) The Fate Of Ophelia (01:14:55) Elizabeth Taylor (01:18:17) Opalite (01:22:17) Father Figure (01:24:02) Eldest Daughter (01:29:02) Ruin The Friendship (01:32:29) Actually Romantic (01:36:24) Wi$h Li$t (01:39:22) Wood (01:40:24) CANCELLED! (01:41:44) Honey (01:42:31) The Life Of A Showgirl (featuring Sabrina Carpenter) (01:49:26) Top Three Songs We're Excited To Hear (01:51:14) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Eldest Daughter Syndrome Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

(RECORDED BEFORE TAYLOR’S ENGAGEMENT! Don’t worry… we’ll be rehashing all the exciting news soon!!!!) Are you ready to be devastated? In this episode, Laura and Sara unpack The Anthology’s track 5 - “How Did It End?” With numerous ties to “You’re Losing Me” and “So Long London,” this song is sure to emotionally wreck anyone who takes the time to analyze Taylor’s simple yet heart-wrenching metaphors about loss, grief, death, and the public perception of her heartbreak. PLUS! The ladies get into their very juicy “LORE” of how they REALLY know each other! Chapters (00:00) Introduction & What's On Our Plates! (06:52) Taylor Updates (16:44) Exploring 'How Did It End': Emotional Insights (22:04) Personal Associations With This Song (35:14) Folklore Of The Song (37:29) Verse 1: So Long London Similarities, Public Scrutiny, You're Losing Me's "Death" (46:26) Chorus 1: Circus Associations, Empathetic Hunger (54:05) Verse 2: Interloper's Infidelity, Love Is a Gamble, Sarcasm (01:00:31) Verse 2: Small Town Metaphors, An English Clue, Hot Gossip (01:07:22) Bridge: Death As A Metaphor, Director's Requests, Her Beloved Ghost (01:21:47) Chorus 3 & Outro: Shaky Breath, Inconclusive Post-Mordem, Some Music Theory (01:29:20) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:31:03) This Song As A Recipe (01:34:02) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Bake It Off cookbook So Long, London episode Black Negroni recipe Brownie Salted Caramel Ice Cream recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

EMERGENCY POD, EMERGENCY POD! TS12 is “The Life Of A Showgirl,” and Sara and Laura are STOKED to relive the exciting rollout! Who would have ever guessed Taylor would announce TS12 on a New Heights podcast? The girls are GLOWING with excitement. Expect a full rundown of every step of the announcement, some key takeaways from her two-hour interview with Jason and Travis, and some exciting clues / Easter Eggs worth noting. Chapters (00:00) Introduction to the Emergency Pod (01:00) What's On Our Plates (03:33) The Chaos Of The Announcement: Our Reactions (13:30) The Rollout of the New Album: Monday - New Heights, Taylor Nation, Album Name Reveal (20:27) The Waiting Game Tuesday: GQ Interview, Speculation Begins, Spotify Playlist (37:26) Wednesday: Karma Door Countdown, CD Variants (41:13) The Impact of Leaks on Rollout (44:33) The New Heights Interview: A Deep Dive (01:28:18) The Life Of A Showgirl: What We Know Now (01:51:56) This Album As A Recipe (01:53:18) Signing Off! (01:55:18) Patreon Sneak Peak SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced New Heights Posts: 1, 2, 3 Taylor Nation IG Post And, baby, that’s show business for you Spotify playlist “Bejeweled” Patreon Sara’s Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

Are we… Daddy?! In this episode of Blank Plate, Sara and Laura share some personal updates and then do a reallllly fun deep dive into Taylor’s teenage petulance theme song, “But Daddy I Love Him.” The ladies deem this song as a “new Taylor classic,” and there’s so much more than meets the eye with this one… themes of toxic fandom, rebellion against Taylor’s “good girl” persona, and the impact of public perception on personal relationships. Oh my god, you should see your faces! Chapters (00:00) Introduction (01:01) What's On Our Plates (11:14) Taylor Updates (22:14) Unpacking But Daddy I Love Him (26:29) Our Personal Associations With The Song (29:09) Folk"lore" Of The Song (34:53) Verse 1: The "West", Cage Metaphors, Toxic Fandom, Religious Metaphors (44:55) Pre-Chorus 1: High Horses, Public Disapproval, Teenage Petulance (48:18) Chorus 1: Uncaged, Trolling, Fast Paced Relationship, "Crazy" Callbacks (53:27) Verse 2: Good Girl Persona, Rebellion Against Expectations, Struggles Of Growing Up, The Allure Of Chaos (01:00:22) Post-Chorus 2: Mom's MAD, Breaking The 4th Wall (01:05:57) Bridge: Defiance Against Judgment, Destiny & Chemistry, Gray Metaphor, Setting Boundaries (01:15:17) Verse 3: Parental Approval, Shifting To The End Of The Relationship (01:19:19) Chorus 3: New Relationship, Dancing In The Sun, "His Lady," Hindsight (01:25:28) Post-Chorus 3 & Outro: Taylor's Final Calling Out Of Toxic Fans (01:31:09) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:32:41) This Song As A Recipe (01:36:25) Signing Off! (01:37:43) Patreon Preview SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced @word_nerd222 Shakespeare theory - Part 1 and Part 2 John’s LEGENDary Fried Chicken with Spicy Honey Butter Ham and Noodle Casserole Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

After a few weeks away from podcasting, Sara and Laura are so excited to get back into the swing of things! They catch up on Laura’s adventures and the emotional challenges of Sara’s IVF journey, the importance of transparency, and the support of friends during difficult times. And, of course, Taylor’s surprise performance at Tight End University has the girls super thrilled that today’s episode is on “The Alchemy!” Between the football references and Travis Kelce’s admission that it’s one of his favorite songs, there’s romance swirling in this one! But, the ladies also theorize that this song might also be a confident announcement of Taylor’s return to her full stardom. This is a fun one, enjoy! Chapters (00:00) Introduction (02:39) What's On Our Plates (22:27) Taylor Swift Updates and Cultural References (30:49) Analyzing The Alchemy (35:04) Our Personal Associations With The Song (38:32) Folk"lore" About The Song (41:38) Verse 1: Taylor's Return To Stardom Theory, Opposite of Maroon, Fortnight and Midnights References (53:28) Chorus 1: "Touchdown" = Football or Landing, Clowns and Crowns (01:04:43) Verse 2: Kiss, Kill, Marry Games, Stepping Back Into Stardom, Moving Forward (01:09:28) Post Chorus 2: "Blokes," Unpacking Herion with an "E" Metaphor (01:17:34) Bridge: Superbowl References, Karma Similarities (01:21:26) Outro & Production Notes (01:23:48) Laura's Celebrity Sighting (01:26:05) Favorite Lyrics and Ratings (01:28:19) This Song As A Recipe (01:31:01) Support Us On Patreon! & Signing Off SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Beer Can Chicken Recipe Pumpkin Beer Cheese Soup Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email [email protected] leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza