Talking Swift (Our Version) | Podcast on RSS.com

Talking Swift (Our Version)

Talking Swift (Our Version)

by Meggles, Jess Redolfi, Rubee Royal

Music Commentary

Season 3

69. Easter Egg Epilogues: Unraveling the Icon Sessions

This episode of Talking Swift covers Taylor Swift news and the Grammys Icon Sessions interview. The hosts highlight Taylor’s Instagram tribute to Dolly Parton after her death, “So I Knew It, I Knew You” hitting No. 1 on Billboard’s Radio Song chart, VMA voting and Vanguard performance speculation, and Taylor receiving no Emmys for the Eras Tour final show. They note the piano version release of I knew it I knew you, a New York outing with Travis as newlyweds, a brief signed Life of a Showgirl CD restock, and their Samoyed puppy Wendy appearing in a Tommy Hilfiger promo. They also deep dive in the Grammys Icon Sessions interview, discussing songwriting insights, country-roots comments, and Taylor’s “I Knew It, I Knew You”/“August”/“All Too Well” mashup performance, plus fan theories about florals, a mashup album, and Taylor’s Versions. Hosts: Meggles, Rubee Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/CfYfpnc5y9 Don't forget to like, follow, subscribe, rate, comment, and share with fellow Swifties! Thank you for joining us on this Taylor Swift adventure. 00:00 Show Intro 00:22 Dolly Tribute 02:08 Charts Awards Buzz 04:32 Piano Version Video 05:08 New Music Rumors 06:57 Radio Bit Controversy 09:46 NYC Outfits Restock 11:21 AI Lawsuit Puppy Reveal 18:11 Wedding Talk Charity 20:21 Easter Eggs Theories 30:34 Icon Sessions Begins 34:20 Epilogue Ending Explained 35:06 Mystery Track Origins 37:25 Speak Now Criticism Clapback 39:14 Wordplay and Variety 41:08 Songwriting Puzzle Method 43:46 Studio Yes And Energy 45:50 Reputation Misunderstood Era 49:31 Folklore Loneliness Talk 52:02 Rerecords Ownership Speculation 55:57 Confessional Songwriter Debate 01:01:10 Country Roots and Next Album 01:04:10 Devastating Mashup Breakdown 01:08:31 Eras Livestream Nostalgia 01:10:46 Wrap Up and Next Episode

68. Living for the Hope of It All by Clowning in August

Recorded Aug. 24, Meggles and Rubee (without Jess) share Taylor Swift news and fan speculation, noting repeated missed “drop” dates. They discuss Swift becoming the youngest inductee into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and her thank-you letter, plus Travis Kelce referring to Taylor as his wife at a press event. They cover “I Knew It, I Knew You” vinyl release/preorders and its advancement to the second ballot for Single of the Year at the 2026 CMA Awards, Taylor sightings in London with a new shorter haircut and recurring lilac/floral/“twos” Easter-egg theories (including TS13). They review Taylor’s nine VMA nominations and controversy over Song of the Year snubs, the White House TikTok using and then losing Taylor sounds, D23/Simpsons mentions, and two small-audience surprise performances (Grammy Museum Icon Sessions and an Emmys event setlist). This was recorded before the Icon Sessions video was released on YouTube, but they plan on focusing the next episode around that entirely. Hosts: Meggles, Rubee Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/CfYfpnc5y9 Don't forget to like, follow, subscribe, rate, comment, and share with fellow Swifties! Thank you for joining us on this Taylor Swift adventure. 00:00 Show Kickoff 00:30 August Drop Clowning 01:36 Nashville Hall Honor 02:45 Travis Wife Comment 03:35 Toy Story Vinyl Talk 05:06 Haircut Floral Clues 08:41 TS13 Rumor Mill 11:11 Floral Fits Everywhere 13:36 Taylor Nation VMA Push 15:06 VMA Snubs Debate 20:52 White House TikTok Drama 22:26 Why Silence Works 23:54 Chewy Swiftie Pet Gear 24:42 MSG Wedding Dress Rumors 26:21 People Source Reality Check 27:51 Swiftie Clowning Debunks 34:12 Pop Culture Mentions 36:06 Secret Industry Performances 38:57 What Could Be Next 41:32 Wedding Photo Wishlist 43:19 Wrap Up and Next Episode

67. The Eras Tour Final Show

Meggles, Jess Redolfi, and Rubee (recorded Aug 10, 2026) discuss Swiftie “clowning” around 8/7 and 8/9, speculation about Spotify’s red/green/purple colors, and Target leak rumors about a 20th-anniversary debut release. They note rumors of Europe dates being scouted and Taylor Nation posting young/older Taylor clips, prompting theories about debut vs a 13th album themed around her life. They cover cardigan restocks, charity stories and events, and Travis Kelce rumors, plus NBC airing an AI wedding image. They discuss a TikTok policy shift enabling artists to remove music from specific brand/political posts, then review the Eras Tour final show film era-by-era, praising Tortured Poets and noting missing surprise-song add-ons. Hosts: Meggles, Jess, Rubee Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/CfYfpnc5y9 Don't forget to like, follow, subscribe, rate, comment, and share with fellow Swifties! Thank you for joining us on this Taylor Swift adventure. 00:00 - Intro and Date 00:11 - Swiftie Clowning Dates 00:55 - Spotify Colors Mystery 01:55 - Debut Anniversary Leak 04:54 - Europe Dates Rumors 08:07 - Taylor Nation Clues 15:26 - Charitable Events 20:03 - Travis Updates and NFL AI 23:50 - TikTok Policy Change 30:06 - Chewy Pet Merch 31:48 - Eras Tour Final Show 37:07 - Puppy Story and Emotions 38:23 - Era by Era Starting with Lover 42:42 - Fearless 45:48 - Red 48:53 - Speak Now 51:22 - Reputation 54:52 - Folkmore 59:51 - 1989 01:01:13 - Tortured Poets 01:07:11 - Acoustic Mashups 01:08:43 - Midnights 01:11:02 - Final Thoughts 01:17:20 - Wrap Up & What's Next

66. In Our Life of a Showgirl Era

On July 22, 2026, show hosts Meggles, Rubee, and Jess discuss post-wedding updates about Taylor and Travis, including a gorgeous floral gown, why a private MSG venue made sense amid drones and paparazzi, reports that Taylor will share photos “when the time is right,” and confirmation she paid a $160,000 NYPD/street-closure fee. They cover viral “trash cubes” sold outside MSG, donations from Swifties (over $17K) and New York Cares’ July 30 event offering a T&T themed pin, a spotted Samoyed puppy, and wedding details like Jason’s comments and claims of very long vows and guest performances. They also review recent Taylor Nation and Spotify theories (including Oct 23 and Aug 7 speculation), then do a track-by-track lyric analysis of The Life of a Showgirl, share favorites, and invite listeners to their Discord. Hosts: Meggles, Jess, Rubee Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/CfYfpnc5y9 Don't forget to like, follow, subscribe, rate, comment, and share with fellow Swifties! Thank you for joining us on this Taylor Swift adventure. 00:00 - Welcome and First Appearance as Newlyweds 01:20 - MSG Venue and Waiting on Pictures 03:15 - NYC Fees and Trash Cubes 05:20 - Invites, Donations, and Puppy 08:07 - Vows, Performances, and No Bridesmaids 12:53 - Charity Volunteering and Pins 14:24 T- aylor Nation Spotify Theories 22:43 - The Life of a Showgirl Setup 25:09 - First Listens and Album Feelings 30:28 - The Fate of Ophelia 36:28 - Elizabeth Taylor 42:07 - Opalite 49:51 - Father Figure 55:24 - Eldest Daughter 01:03:05 - Ruin the Friendship 01:07:23 - Actually Romantic 01:14:26 - Wi$h Li$t 01:19:24 - Wood 01:24:46 - Cancelled! 01:30:35 - Honey 01:34:07 - The Life of a Showgirl 01:37:31 - Favorites and Wrap up

65. Came Back When it Mattered

Meggles, Jess Redolfi, and Rubee return to Talking Swift on July 8, 2026 after a six-month hiatus to recap major Taylor Swift news, focusing on Taylor and Travis’s wedding at Madison Square Garden amid leaks, rumors, and NDAs. They discuss Tree Paine’s statement confirming Dior looks, no bridesmaids/groomsmen (Austin as man of honor, Jason Kelce best man), and Adam Sandler officiating, plus an “enchanted garden” theme, custom TNT gifts/handkerchiefs, and debunked documentary claims. Reported details include 1,200+ guests, Stevie Nicks and Paul McCartney performances, long vows read from gold books, arcade games, food stations, charity donations totaling $26M, and fan discourse. They also cover Reputation Dolby Atmos lyric changes, Dorothea notes, Toy Story 5 song and premiere performance, Emmy nominations for the final Eras Tour show, Ticketmaster/Live Nation actions, merch drops, lawsuits tossed, and upcoming wedding attendance. Hosts: Meggles, Jess, Rubee Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/CfYfpnc5y9 Don't forget to like, follow, subscribe, rate, comment, and share with fellow Swifties! Thank you for joining us on this Taylor Swift adventure. 00:00 Back From Hiatus 00:53 Wedding Rumors Begin 02:27 Leaks and Fake Photos 06:04 Rehearsal Dinner Clues 08:15 Breaking Jack News 10:02 Wedding Confirmed 11:41 Tree Paine Details 12:47 Crowds Outside MSG 15:30 Storm and Omens 18:22 Getaway Car Theme 22:01 GMA Inside Scoop 24:42 Bouquet and Backlash 28:16 Invites and Vows 30:50 Dior Looks Revealed 31:59 Food and Fun Bits 33:01 Brands Tease Wedding 34:53 Celebrity Guests Buzz 35:53 Handkerchief Lyric Debate 39:32 Wedding Donations Breakdown 42:47 Trump Posts and Sad News 44:04 Reputation Dolby Changes 46:54 Awards and Hall of Fame 49:13 Ticketmaster and Swiftie Wins 51:09 Toy Story 5 Song 58:14 Merch Drops and Videos 01:03:32 Lawsuits and AI Trademark 01:05:22 Wrap Up and Next Episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2

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, Jess Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift Join our Discord! Link in our linktree! linktr.ee/talkingswift Don'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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

63. Life of a Showgirl First Response

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. Hosts: Meggles, Rubee Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift X: @TalkingSwiftOV Join our Discord! Link in our linktree! linktr.ee/talkingswift Don'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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

62. Final Countdown to The Life of a Showgirl

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 Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift X: @TalkingSwiftOV Join our Discord! Link in our linktree! linktr.ee/talkingswift Don'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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

61. Once More Before Unlocking the Orange Door

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 Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift X: @TalkingSwiftOV Join our Discord! Link in our linktree! linktr.ee/talkingswift Don'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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

60. Make the Whole Place Shimmer with Easter Eggs

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 Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift X: @TalkingSwiftOV Join our Discord! Link in our linktree! linktr.ee/talkingswift Don'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 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 of 7