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  • 118. What if There Were a Way to Relive the Magic of 'The Eras Tour?' ft. Karla, CEO of Taylgate Takeovers

    118. What if There Were a Way to Relive the Magic of 'The Eras Tour?' ft. Karla, CEO of Taylgate Takeovers
    Feb 19 2025

    Let’s face it: we are all constantly on the hunt for the high we felt during The Eras Tour. The magic was felt in each city from the days leading up to a show all the way through walking out of the stadium. Lucky for us, there is someone actively working to recreate this magic- and she’s sharing it with Swifties all across North America! Joining us today is Karla, CEO of “Taylgate Takeovers,” and she is on a mission - along with her esteemed team of event planners - to host weekend-long Taylor-themed festivals in honor of The Eras Tour. Join us as we talk to Karla about what Taylgate Takeovers is, why she’s doing it, and why you might be interested in going when it comes to a city near you in 2025!

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    40 mins
  • 117. EXTRA CREDIT: We're Sad :(

    117. EXTRA CREDIT: We're Sad :(
    Feb 12 2025

    Like Taylor, we’ve spent the past 5+ months religiously following and rooting for the Kansas City Chiefs. Unfortunately, our joy crumbled alongside KC’s offensive line at the Super Bowl this past Sunday. So let’s talk through our sorrows, chat about the season, and we humbly ask your forgiveness for our sadness.

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    *Explicit: Language
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    21 mins
  • 116. A Detailed Look Back on Taylor's History with The Grammys

    116. A Detailed Look Back on Taylor's History with The Grammys
    Feb 5 2025

    Since 2008, Taylor Swift has been considered a perennial Grammy threat in the music industry. But with 58 total Grammy nominations and 14 total wins, can she truly be considered a “Grammy Darling?” Your hosts are going back in time to dive into this question! This episode, recorded and released off the heels of the 67th Grammy Awards, has Dani & Olivia going over every single nomination - wins AND losses - Taylor Swift has ever received from The Recording Academy. Who won? Who did people think would win? Who “should’ve” won? Listen in to (tay)learn what we’ve found!

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    *Explicit: Language
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • 115. The "Squad": Ashley Avignone

    115. The "Squad": Ashley Avignone
    Jan 29 2025

    If you look up “who is Taylor Swift’s best friend?”, you will receive a handful of answers. One of those answers is stylist Ashley (Ash) Avignone. Way back in 2008, Taylor met Ashley through a famous mutual friend. Seventeen years later, and their friendship is still going strong! Tune into this installment of “The Squad” miniseries to hear all about the long-standing friendship between Taylor and Ashley. And trust us…if you don’t recognize her name, you almost certainly know her face.

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    *Explicit: Language
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    52 mins
  • 114. Tipsy Swifties: Your Eras Tour Hot Takes!

    114. Tipsy Swifties: Your Eras Tour Hot Takes!
    Jan 22 2025

    It’s time! After months of collecting YOUR hottest takes about The Eras Tour, your hosts are here to talk about them over alcoholic beverages. In today’s return of the fan favorite “Tipsy Swifties” miniseries, guest host Rebecca guides Olivia & Dani through each hot take, and your girls have to drink if they agree! With over 150 submissions and countless drinks later, we’re proud to present today’s fun (and undeniably controversial) episode. Grab your favorite drink and play along!

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    *Explicit: Language, Sexual Content, Binge Drinking/Alcohol

    As always, we don't condone binge drinking. Imbibe at your own risk and judgement.
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    1 hr and 49 mins
  • 113. TS101: Intro to Taylor Swift - A Crash Course on the Fundamentals of Taylor

    113. TS101: Intro to Taylor Swift - A Crash Course on the Fundamentals of Taylor
    Jan 15 2025
    From the outside looking in, becoming a Taylor Swift fan seems like an almost insurmountable challenge. With nearly two decades of lore and hundreds of songs in her discography, it’s no secret that the path to becoming a Swiftie can be daunting. Where should someone begin? In this episode, Dani & Olivia seek to help you answer that question! This “crash course” was designed with potential Swifties in mind and acts as an overview of need-to-know information to catch anyone up and bring them into the world of Swiftiedom. To cap it off, your hosts give song recommendations by genre to help get you started in her music. Long time Taylisteners, send this episode to someone you want to see become a Swiftie! We are still fighting to get our Instagram back! Please help us by going to @taylearningpodcast_backup and following instructions on our first post. Instagram/TikTok/Bluesky: @TaylearningPodcast, @danielle_winchester, @olivia_kotarski Twitter (X): @Taylearning Email: taylearningpodcast@gmail.com Website: www.TaylearningPodcast.com Spotify Playlist: Click here! MENTIONED EPISODE LINKS: Easter Eggs The Muses: Joe Jonas The Muses: Taylor Lautner Part One AND Part Two Taylor vs. Kimye aka The Rise of a Snake Part One AND Part Two The Muses: John Mayer Part One AND Part Two The Muses: Jake Gyllenhaal The Muses: Conor Kennedy The Muses: Harry Styles Part One AND Part Two AND Part Three AND Part Four The Muses: Calvin Harris The Muses: Tom Hiddleston The Masters Controversy Part One AND Part Two The Muses: Matty Healy Part One AND Part Two Our Episode with Harvard’s Stephanie Burt Taylor’s Political Evolution Champagne Problems Song Analysis Betty Song Analysis August Song Analysis The Archer Song Analysis Out of the Woods Song Analysis Delicate Song Analysis Peace Song Analysis CALIFORNIA FIRE RELIEF LINKS: California Fire Relief Fund Resources for those impacted *Explicit: Language, Mild Sexual Content
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    57 mins
  • 112. Taylor Swift’s 2024 Year in Review (+ 2025 Taylor Predictions!)

    112. Taylor Swift’s 2024 Year in Review (+ 2025 Taylor Predictions!)
    Jan 8 2025

    There is much debate about if Taylor Swift’s 2024 topped her groundbreaking 2023. Today, your hosts return from their holiday break to tackle that question! In this episode, Olivia & Dani continue their yearly tradition of giving you a “Taylor Wrapped” of sorts, talking through a timeline of Taylor’s highlight reel of 2024. Additionally, they top it off by recapping the accuracy of their 2024 predictions and cementing their 2025 predictions. So tell us- what is your biggest Taylor prediction for the new year?

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    *Explicit: Language
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    59 mins
  • 111. Eras Tour Post Mortem: What Went Down in Vancouver + Processing the End of an Era(s)

    111. Eras Tour Post Mortem: What Went Down in Vancouver + Processing the End of an Era(s)
    Dec 18 2024

    After 21 months, 149 shows, hundreds of songs performed live, and millions of traded friendship bracelets, The Eras Tour finally came to its bittersweet end in Vancouver, Canada on December 8th. By way of luck, magic, and our good friend Rebecca, Olivia & Dani were able to attend closing night in person. The final show was emotional, heartbreaking, joyful, somber, sparkling, and perfect. Your hosts are honored to take you through the full experience of closing night, from standout moments to general vibes, so everyone listening can live in the experience of what it was like to be there for the final bow.

    We are taking a short break for the next two weeks for the ~HoliTays~! See you back here on January 8th, 2025.

    FINAL CHANCE! LINK TO 'ERAS TOUR HOT TAKES' SUBMISSION FORM: CLICK HERE!

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    *Explicit: Language
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    1 hr and 6 mins