13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast
13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast is a weekly show dedicated to analyzing Taylor Swift's music, career, and cultural impact. Hosts Ana Szabo, Nick Adams, Amy Nichols, and Lacey Gee break down individual songs, explore their origins and connections, and hunt for Easter eggs across her discography. They also discuss fan theories, her achievements, and answer listener questions, offering a fun and chaotic take from devoted Swifties. The show occasionally drops special 'SwifTea' episodes when breaking news or hot topics emerge.
Episodes
Build the Perfect Taylor Swift Album: Only 13 Songs Allowed
You get 13 tracks to create the perfect Taylor Swift album. That's it. Choose wisely.This sounded like a fun little assignment until we actually tried to do it and realized it might be one of the hardest things we've ever done on this podcast.Nick created Bangers, an album full of hype songs, a questionable sexy section and some very predictable Nick Adams favorites. Ana took a completely
The Life of a Showgirl (feat. Sabrina Carpenter)
We officially made it to the final track of The Life of a Showgirl, and there was no better way to finish than with our Day One lobster, Grayson, joining us and sharing his thoughts on our final TLOASG track!We’re breaking down “The Life of a Showgirl” featuring Sabrina Carpenter and everything hiding behind the glitter, sequins and lovely bouquets. Why did Taylor Swift say that Sabrina w
Buckle Up Swifties! It’s AUGUST And That Means Chaos!
Taylor Swift has officially entered her favorite season... and you know what that means. The clown makeup is back on and Swifties are looking to one date… and it’s a very recognizable one!This week we're diving into all the biggest Swiftie theories taking over the internet. Is August setting us up for another surprise announcement? Are all the recent Taylor Nation posts actually connected
Honey
Taylor Swift somehow turned one little word into one of the sweetest songs on The Life of a Showgirl.This week we're breaking down Honey, talking about the lyrics that made us smile, the voice memo that gives us a peek into Taylor's songwriting process, and all the little details we almost missed. We get into why this song feels so healing, the surprising Grease connection, why "graffiti
CANCELLED!
Taylor Swift has been through more public backlash than almost any artist of her generation, yet somehow she always comes back stronger.This week we're breaking down "CANCELLED!" from The Life of a Showgirl and talking about every major moment people tried to cancel Taylor throughout her career. From the 2016 snake era to the Kanye phone call, the Reputation comeback, the masters battle,
Just&t Married! Everything We Know So Far About Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding!
Taylor Swift is officially married... and Swifties, we have SO much to talk about.After waiting for the rumors to settle (and apologizing for doubting Madison Square Garden), we're breaking down every supposed detail from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding that we know so far…. Here’s the TEA that we have gathered so far about the big day. We finally get to catch up and chat abo
The Whiplash Challenge- Blind Ranking Track 6
This week, we're putting our Taylor Swift knowledge to the ultimate test with TWO fan-inspired games that quickly spiral into complete mayhem. First, we attempt to identify Taylor songs from just a fraction of a second of audio. Will we recognize the classics or will panic completely erase years of Swiftie training?Then things get even more treacherous.Inspired by our lobster Krista from
Taylor Swift's Surprise Performance, Songwriter Hall of Fame Moments, TS13 Tour & Other Rumors
Taylor Swift is keeping BUSY.. and these last few weeks have been extra eventful. From a surprise performance during the Tight End University summit to a major career milestone that had even industry legends singing her praises, Taylor has been collecting headlines faster than we can keep up. We talk about it ALL.. the sporty debut of the Knicks girlies, all of the sweet moments from
Wood
Taylor Swift really looked us in the eye and said, "Trust me, it's about superstitions." Giggle.This week on 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we're diving into one of the most talked-about, most double-entendre-filled, and somehow still radio-friendly track from The Life of a Showgirl album.. We are breaking down the song Wood.From daisy petals and lucky pennies to bouquet catches and susp
Wi$h Li$t
Taylor Swift’s Wi$h Li$t is the sweetest song about not only achieving everything that she wants in life but wishing that for others as well. In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we break down every lyric, meaning, and heartfelt moment from track 8 on The Life of a Showgirl. We discuss Taylor's Easter egging on the New Heights podcast, the awwww moment that she re
I Knew It, I Knew You: The Taylor Swift and Toy Story Collab
This week on 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we're diving into the rollout surrounding I Knew It, I Knew You and all the clues, theories, Easter eggs, and surprises that led up to its release. We’re talking mysterious billboards, changes to 1989 TV, the track 5 significance, and all of the clues from the TS collab.Could this release be connected to something even bigger? Why are fans revi
The Real Story of TS: The Countdown, Toy Story 5, Debut TV & 1989’s Makeover
After weeks of clowning, theories, mysterious countdowns and enough cloud imagery to make us question reality, Taylor Swift finally revealed what was hiding behind the TS billboards popping up across the globe.But is a new Toy Story 5 song really the whole story?In this emergency episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Ana and Lacey break down every clue from the viral TS billboard cam
Actually Romantic
Is Actually Romantic one of the most savage songs on Life of a Showgirl? In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we break down every lyric, reference, and rumored feud packed into this diss track.We dive into the very intentional lines, the toy chihuahua comparison, and the ultimate diss moment when Taylor sings, “No man has ever loved me like you do.” We unpack the theori
Taylor Swift’s Very Public Era: the Bridal March, Debut Theories & TS13 Clues
Swifties, the clues and clouds and clowns are officially spiraling out of control.Taylor Swift has been SEEN lately and we know that is normally intentional! New York pap walks, London outings, wedding appearances, black-and-white fashion moments, silk dresses, gold jewelry, florals, opals…. and enough Easter eggs to send the fandom into full detective mode. In this episode of 13: A Taylo
Ruin The Friendship
This episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast dives into one of the most emotional and daring tracks on The Life of a Showgirl — Ruin the Friendship. Lacey, Ana, and Amy unpack the nostalgic lyrics, the heartbreaking “what ifs,” and the real-life connection fans believe ties the song to Taylor’s late friend, Jeff Lang. This is a track 6 “whiplash” song that transforms from a dreamy high
From Rant Bridges to Big Deals: Taylor Swift’s Songwriting Cred & New York Times Interview
Being a Swiftie can be chaotic at times but that’s why we have SwifTEAs to keep it all straight… or get it all wrong. There’s a lot to cover in this episode, from Taylor Swift being named one of the greatest living songwriters in her New York Times feature to breaking down her actual songwriting process, we’re diving deep into all of the latest news and getting into some potential cl
SwifTEA: Countdown To Clouds & Clowns (Debutation?)
EMERGENCY EPISODE! Did you see the mysterious countdown that appeared and then quickly disappeared on Taylor Swift's website? What was that about? In today's emergency episode, Lacey, Amy, and Ana break down some theories and ideas about what could be happening in the world of Taylor Swift. Why did the clouds match Toy Story? Why did she wear a similar color scheme just a few d
Eldest Daughter
What does it really mean to be the “eldest daughter”, and why did Taylor Swift make it a track 5?
In this episode, we break down “Eldest Daughter” line by line and uncover the deeper themes behind one of Taylor’s most layered and vulnerable songs. While hitting topics like internet culture and “cool girl” apathy to emotional vulnerability and relationship healing, this track hits harder
Father Figure
Taylor Swift just gave us one of her boldest tracks yet, and we’re breaking down every layered lyric, shocking moment, and hidden meaning in “Father Figure.”
From the jaw-dropping first listen to the deeper themes of power, control, and betrayal, we unpack how this track connects to Taylor’s real-life masters battle, her fight for ownership, and the industry dynamics she’s been calling o
Swifties for Eternity- Olivia Levin Talks Taylor Swift, Secret Sessions & The Story of Us
Swiftie influencer Olivia Levin ( @SwiftiesforEternity) joins us to share her journey from lifelong fan to published author of The Story of Us—a love letter to the Taylor Swift fandom.
Olivia reveals how Taylor Swift shaped her life, career, and identity, from discovering her music at a young age to attending Secret Sessions and experiencing The Eras Tour firsthand. She shares behind-the
The Taylor Swift Biopic: Dream Casting Every Era, Ex & Icon
If a Taylor Swift biopic hit theaters tomorrow… who has to play her?
This week, we’re building the ultimate Swiftie dream cast—from Taylor herself to her inner circle, iconic exes, and the villains that shaped her story.
We debate powerhouse picks like Margot Robbie vs. Anya Taylor-Joy, the must-have A-list parents, doppelganger supporting actors, villains and a crazy casting of some fa
Opalite Explained: Music Video Deep Dive
Swifties, this music video is packed with nostalgia, metaphors, and lots of theories!
We’re diving deep into Taylor Swift’s Opalite music video—breaking down every theory, Easter egg, and hidden message you need to know.
From the 90s aesthetic to the symbolic relationships (rock vs. cactus ), we explore how Taylor uses humor and nostalgia to tell a much deeper story about toxic love, se
Opalite
Taylor Swift’s “Opalite” might be one of her happiest, most revealing songs yet—and we’re breaking down every lyric, Easter egg, and hidden meaning.
In this episode, we dive into the full Opalite song analysis, including the emotional message behind Taylor’s lyrics, the symbolism of opalite vs. opal, and how this track reflects her current era of love, growth, and self-forgiveness.
We
The Most Underrated Taylor Swift Song on Every Album (Swiftie Debate)
What are the most underrated Taylor Swift songs in her entire discography?
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Ana and Nick dive album-by-album to pick the most overlooked song from every Taylor Swift era — from debut through The Life of a Showgirl. Using a mix of Spotify streaming data, Swiftie intuition, and personal favorites, they debate which songs deserve way more lo
Track 2 Rankings
Swifties know that track 2 on a Taylor Swift album is never random. In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Lacey, Ana, and Amy take on the impossible challenge of ranking every Track 2 from Taylor Swift’s discography.
From early fan-favorite “Picture to Burn” to iconic bopz like “Blank Space,” “Cruel Summer,” and “Cardigan,” the lineup is stacked with some of Taylor’s most un
Elizabeth Taylor
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we break down “Elizabeth Taylor” from The Life of a Showgirl and uncover the real Hollywood legend who inspired it.
Who was Elizabeth Taylor — and why does Taylor Swift see herself in her story?
We explore Elizabeth Taylor’s rise as the infamous star of classic Hollywood, her record-breaking negotiation skills, how she fought back against
The Fate of Ophelia: Music Video Deep Dive
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we break down the details, Easter eggs, history, and symbolism in “The Fate of Ophelia” music video from The Life of a Showgirl album!
We dive into the one-take cinematography, the return of the Eras Tour dancers, and the many different kinds and looks of showgirls. We also discuss the nods to Travis Kelce and this specific moment in h
The Fate of Ophelia
We’re diving into “The Fate of Ophelia,” the powerful opening track from The Life of a Showgirl — and there is so much to unpack.
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we break down the lyrics, literary references, and hidden layers that make this one of Taylor Swift’s strongest album openers yet. This song is layered, intentional, and a twist on a classic story.
We discuss:
SwifTEA: Initial Opalite Music Video Reactions & Theories
It's a full-on SwifTEA catch-up with Ana, Lacey, and Amy as Taylor Swift drops the Opalite music video—and the Swiftie world goes into instant investigation mode. We break down first reactions, hidden metaphors, the potential mall comeback, rock vs. cactus discourse, and the Easter eggs fans are already clocking.
We also discuss other Taylor Swift news, including Grammy after-party sigh
Ana’s Solo Show: Swiftie Questions, Deep Feels & Revisiting the Eras
This week on 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we’re doing something a little different.
Due to a winter storm hitting Texas and throwing off recording schedules, Ana hops on the mic for a special solo Swiftie Q&A episode—and it ended up feeling like a warm, one-on-one check-in with the community.
After opening up questions on Instagram, Ana answers everything from which Taylor Swift al
Bingo Board 2026
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The Life of a Showgirl Prelude: The Prologue
Before we rank the songs.
Before we dissect lyrics.
Before we take a peek behind the curtain…
We’re starting where Taylor Swift wanted us to start: the prologue.
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we gather around the opening poetry of The Life of a Showgirl—the interconnected prologues released across the album’s five variants—and discuss the meaning behind them. These
Initial Rankings — The Life of a Showgirl
It’s time for the 13 Podcast to officially enter into The Life of a Showgirl era!
Before we deep-dive into lyrics, theories, Easter eggs, and emotional devastation, we’re doing what we always do first: initial song rankings.
In this kickoff episode for The Life of a Showgirl, we’re sharing our initial song rankings—the raw, unfiltered reactions that come after listening to a new Taylor
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Ana's Chiefs Game Recap!
What happens when Swiftie dreams collide with the NFL spotlight? In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Ana shares the surreal, whirlwind experience of attending a Kansas City Chiefs game with seats directly in front of Travis Kelce’s suite—and yes, Taylor Swift was there.
From a last-minute invite from a listener to flying in for less than 24 hours, Ana breaks down the full t
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Taylor Swift’s Birthday Extravaganza: The Eras Documentary, Colbert Interview & The Authenticity
It’s Taylor Swift’s birthday, and somehow she’s the one giving us gifts. In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we dive headfirst into the first two episodes of Taylor’s Eras Tour documentary and her revealing, hilarious, and emotionally loaded appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
We unpack everything: the overwhelming emotion behind the Eras Tour, the responsib
Taylor Swift’s Songwriting Hall of Fame: Our Five-Song Draft Picks
Taylor Swift is officially nominated for the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and our own panel of Swifties are celebrating the only way we know how — by turning it into a competitive draft. But there’s a catch... We cannot pick any of the five songs Taylor submitted herself.
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey each take turns drafting their personal fi
SwifTEA: Will Ana See Taylor Swift At Arrowhead?
Tune in this Sunday for the Chiefs game to see Taylor Swift.... AND ANA!!! In a crazy, spontaneous, marvelous situation, Ana has found an opportunity to go to Arrowhead Stadium and join Chiefs Kingdom with a fellow Swiftie! Hear all about how it's happened, what her plans are, and help her come up with a sign or prepare on the possibility of seeing Taylor! PLUS, our very own producer, Ju
evermore: Final Rankings + Our Emotional Goodbye to an Underrated Era
We finally did it — after months of deep dives, Easter eggs, lyric dissections, and emotional spirals, the 13 crew is closing out evermore with our official Top 5 Final Rankings. And yes… there are surprising changes and even some debuts on our lists!
In this episode, Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey each reveal the five songs that stood the test of time — and the ones that got bumped, resurre
"it's time to go"
On this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we’re diving deep into “It’s Time to Go,” the final track on Taylor Swift’s Evermore deluxe edition — a song packed with emotional clarity, quiet courage, and some of Taylor’s sharpest storytelling to date. Whether you’re searching for Evermore analysis, Taylor Swift song meanings, or lyric breakdowns, this episode uncovers the moments
"right where you left me"
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we dive deep into one of Taylor’s most beloved bonus tracks: “right where you left me” — Track 16 from the Evermore (Deluxe Edition). Swifties have crowned this song a top-tier masterpiece, and today we’re breaking down every lyric, every Easter egg, and every emotional gut-punch that makes it unforgettable.
We revisit Taylor’s iconic Er
"evermore"
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Ana, Amy and Nick break down “evermore” — the beautiful closing track of Taylor Swift’s evermore album featuring Bon Iver and co-written with William Bowery (Joe Alwyn). We dive into Taylor’s emotional storytelling, the symbolism behind lyrics like “gray November” and “this pain would be forevermore,” and how the song captures the share
Swifties in the City: A Night to Remember
The 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast team recaps their biggest event yet — Swifties in the City at the Omni Dallas Hotel! Ana, Amy and Nick relive the magic of hosting 900 Swifties for an unforgettable night filled with music, sparkle, and pure Taylor joy. From meeting fans who traveled near and far to celebrating the Swiftie community that made this possible, this episode is a heartfelt t
"closure"
It’s the end of Evermore era (almost!) — and what better way to celebrate it than with the breakdown of closure. In this episode, Nick, Ana, and Amy dive deep into the meaning of "closure" from Evermore, exploring its chaotic intro, sharp lyricism, and what the song reveals about saying goodbye — even when you don’t need to. From theories about who the song might be directed toward (Scot
marjorie
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Ana, Lacey, and Nick return to the studio after their successful Swifties in the City event to break down one of Taylor Swift’s most emotional songs — Marjorie from Evermore.
They dive into the meaning behind Taylor’s tribute to her grandmother, opera singer Marjorie Finlay, and explore how this deeply personal track connects to themes o
long story short
Taylor Swift’s “Long Story Short” may sound upbeat, but beneath the melody lies one of her most personal reflections on survival, growth, and finding peace after public chaos. In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Ana, Nick and Amy break down every lyric of track 12 from Evermore, unpacking the moments that defined Taylor’s resilience — from media battles and heartbreak to t
"cowboy like me"
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey break down track 11, “cowboy like me” from evermore. From lyrical storytelling to hidden metaphors, the team unpacks why this fan-favorite has become one of Taylor’s most poetic and underrated masterpieces.
The hosts explore everything from the mysterious “tent-like thing” lyric to the connection between love, d
"ivy"
We’re back in our Evermore era — lights out, chaos on, and ready to dive deep into a fan all-time favorite track: ivy.
In this episode, the 13 crew breaks down the haunting beauty of ivy — from its poetic lyrics and tangled metaphors to Taylor’s storytelling magic that blurs the line between love, loss, and loyalty. Plus, find out about our own brush with Tayvoodoo . And what comments ab
SwifTEA: The Showgirl Debut, the Orange Doors & a Celebration in the Skyline!
The Showgirl era is in full sparkle — and we’ve got plenty of SwifTEA to spill!
After a whirlwind release weekend, the 13 Podcast is breaking down The Life of a Showgirl with fresh ears, movie theater emotions, and a helicopter view you have to hear about to believe.
Join Ana & Nick as they recap Taylor’s record-breaking weekend, the mysterious orange doors that appeared across the
"The Life of a Showgirl" - Initial Reactions!
Happy "The Life of a Showgirl" release day!! And thank you to anyone who joined our traditional livestream party to listen to the album for the first time together! Following our livestream party, with only one full listen under our belts, we hopped over into our studio to record our initial reactions, thoughts, and reactions to the album! Much like Taylor wanted this album to capture he
SwifTEA - "Showgirl" Release Week Updates
Happy "The Life of a Showgirl" release week!! Nick and Ana are clocking in on Wednesday, two days before the album, to recap everything that has happened so far... The Spotify pop-up revealed new lyrics and puzzles, Apple Music has scrambled letters to solve, and what could "standby" possibly mean on the Showgirl calendar? A Taylor Swift album release week is an entire event, so we're th
Swifties in the City ft. Charity Eden from Lover: The Unofficial Eras Tour Experience
Swifties, the countdown is on! Our biggest celebration yet — Swifties in the City — is happening October 17th at the Omni Dallas Hotel, and we’re thrilled to announce that the incredible Charity Eden will be taking the stage!
From leading Lover: The Unofficial Eras Tour Experience across the world to releasing her own original music, Charity has captured the essence of Taylor’s Eras magi
coney island
Swifties, grab your arcade rings — today on 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast we’re diving deep into coney island from evermore. From its haunting imagery to its echoes of fading love, we unpack the layers of Taylor’s duet with The National and how the song ties into themes of nostalgia, regret, and bittersweet endings.
PLUS — we’re counting down to our biggest event yet: Swifties in the C
SwifTea: Life of a Showgirl Movie Hype, Reputation Easter Eggs & Swifties in the City!
Get ready, Swifties! In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we dive into all the dazzling details surrounding The Life of a Showgirl movie release, AMC theater screenings, and the global hype leading up to Taylor’s new era. From secret sessions nostalgia to the Fate of Ophelia theories, reputation parallels, and a thrilling rollout that feels bigger than ever, we’re covering
“dorothea”
We’re keeping the Evermore energy alive as we break down track 8, “Dorothea” — the small-town ballad full of theories, nostalgia, and Swiftie connections. From Taylor’s storytelling genius to fan speculation linking Dorothea with Selena Gomez and Rare Beauty, the 13 Podcast unpacks it all.
Plus, we’re so excited for Swifties in the City — our official Life of a Showgirl album release par
Swifties In The City - Tickets, Info, and Showgirl Magic
Swifties, get ready — it’s almost showtime!
13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast is thrilled to announce Swifties in the City, an album release party for The Life of a Showgirl! This unforgettable night will bring fans together for music, community, and everything Swiftie-coded.
Here’s what’s in store: Live Podcast Recording of The 13 Podcast The Life of a Showgirl album + favorite deep cuts
Swifties in the City: "The Life of a Showgirl" Album Release Party
Swifties, mark your calendars! The 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast crew is officially announcing our next big event — Swifties in the City, celebrating Taylor Swift’s highly anticipated new album, The Life of a Showgirl!
When & Where: Friday, October 17, 2025 6–9 PM Pegasus Lawn at the Omni Dallas Hotel
After the massive success of Swifties in the Park with 600+ fans, we’re taking it
“happiness”
On this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey dive deep into track seven on Evermore: “Happiness.” From Taylor’s own reflections in the Willow live chat and her Apple Music interview with Zane Lowe, to parallels with The Great Gatsby and Easter eggs leading into Midnights and The Life of a Showgirl, we explore the hidden meanings, lyrics, and emotions behind
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Are Engaged : The Love Story That Broke the Internet
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially engaged — and the internet is shattered!
In this historic, emotional, and absolutely unmissable episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we react in real-time to the biggest pop culture event of the year.
We’re diving deep into:
The viral Instagram post (1PM EST = the 13th hour )
Every Easter egg, from Lover aesthetics to the prop
“no body, no crime”
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey go full detective mode as they break down Track 6 of Evermore: “No Body, No Crime” featuring HAIM.
From Taylor Swift's love for Olive Garden and another shade of red (Merlot?!), to her obsession with true crime podcasts and Dateline, this song is layered with great storytelling and country noir vibes. The hosts
SwifTEA: TS12 Countdown, Vinyl Drops, & Super Bowl Clues!
Welcome to another glitter-packed episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast! This week, we dive deep into the TS12 rollout for The Life of a Showgirl. Join Lacey, Anna, Amy, and Nick (in spirit!) as they unravel vinylcountdowns, glitter color theories, the 1989 callbacks, possible Super Bowl clues, and a whole lotta Swiftie sleuthing.
Is the album’s color just… glitter? What do the viny
“tolerate it”
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we break down “Tolerate It”—the Track 5 on Evermore, and one of the most heart-wrenching songs in Taylor Swift’s entire discography. From lyrical parallels to Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier to raw Eras Tour performance memories, we explore why this specific type of hurt still resonates with Swifties everywhere.
We dive into Taylor’s geniu
SwifTEA: Taylor Swift Album Announcement & New Heights Podcast Debut with TS12 “The Life of a Showgirl”
Welcome to another crazy album rollout week courtesy of the mastermind herself, Taylor Swift. It’s been a week of countdowns and glitter backgrounds, but we are ready to discuss Taylor Swift’s 12th album, “The Life of a Showgirl”, her first ever podcast appearance, and the real life love story that the world has been watching for a while.
In this special episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan
SwifTEA: TS12 Rumors, Lost ‘King of My Heart’ Video, & Folklore Anniversary Clues
Swifties, get ready — this week’s 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast is packed with the best kind of tea- SwifTEA! Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey unpack the viral TS12 Yacht Rock theory sparked by Travis Kelce’s captain’s hat, Taylor’s nautical summer merch, and A12 Easter eggs. Could this be the chill, pastel, 70s-inspired era we never saw coming?
We also dive into Taylor Swift’s directorial deb
SwifTEA: Decoding TS12 Clues: Taylor Nation’s Orange Drop & New Heights’ Mysterious Guest
Swifties, are we entering into the next era? In this emergency SwifTEA episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Podcast, Ana breaks down today’s whirlwind of Taylor Swift chaos from today! From Taylor Nation’s 12-photo orange carousel and the mysterious “see you next era” fire-heart emoji, to the New Heights podcast’s orange teaser with Jason Kelce wearing Eras Tour merch, the fandom is buzzing: is
"tis the damn season"
Write this down, it's time to get into "tis the damn season" from the "evermore" album! Did you know Taylor Swift wrote this song in one night during the "folklore: long pond studio" sessions? Her brain never stops!
Nick, Amy, Ana, and Lacey discuss the lyrics to this song, the ties to other songs on the album to form a linear story, what Aaron Dessner said about the night Taylor wrote th
“gold rush”
What is it about this song that scratches an itch in our brains?? Taylor Swift has described “gold rush” as a quick daydream, but of course there has to be more layers than that! Nick, Ana, Amy, Lacey, and Intern Saahir discuss the satisfying lyrics, the story being told, the historical context, how the music creates this mystical journey, and so much more!! Where does “gold rush” fall i
"champagne problems"
The first time Taylor Swift talked about "champagne problems," she said she couldn't wait for the day she'd play it in a big crowd... and just a few years later, it became a fan-favorite and an important tradition of The Eras Tour! Join Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey as they explore the lyrics, story, context, history, and more!! Where does this song fall in your "evermore" rankings?
This ep
SwifTEA: The Countdown to TS12?!
Taylor Nation is being unhinged at the moment.. Are we in our countdown era? And what exactly are we counting up to?
It's feeling very 5 holes in the fence at the moment and we just want to know.. What do you think is going on? Lacey, Amy, Nick and Ana discuss all the possibilities and delve into what SwifTok thinks could potentially happen!
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"willow"
Take my hand, wreck my plans, and take a listen to our "willow" song breakdown! How have our thoughts and interpretations on this song changed over the years? And what has Taylor Swift herself said about the songwriting process of "evermore"'s opening track? Nick, Amy, Ana, Lacey, and Intern Saahir break down the lyrics, quotes, music video, references, and more! Where does "willow" fall
Evermore Album Breakdown (From The 13 Podcast Vault)
Taylor Swift surprised fans with the release of “evermore” on December 11, 2020. Before “13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast” existed, Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey came together to record an album breakdown on December 17, 2020, which was at the time shared on different podcasts.
In this episode, you will hear the very first idea of a Taylor Swift podcast, theories about the re-recording process
"evermore" Initial Rankings
In your soul, you just know when it's time to... start our "evemore" era! We told you this pain wouldn't be for evermore and we wouldn't leave you at the restaurant because the time has finally come! In this episode, Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey rank their top 5 songs from Taylor Swift's 9th studio album, "evermore". Amy has famously gone on the record for years on how this is a top album f
All Of The Girls You Loved Before
Do you remember where you were when Taylor Swift surprised us with the release of "All Of The Girls You Loved Before" right before the start of the Eras Tour? This song was originally meant for the "Lover" album, but Taylor decided to share it with us to celebrate the start of what would be the most iconic tour in music history! Nick, Ana, Lacey, and Intern Saahir break down the lyrics,
Tayjeopardy!
Inspired by a viral Swiftie Showdown online, we decided it's time to put our Taylor Swift trivia knowledge to the test! Listen and play along as Nick josts a "Jeopardy!" style game between Ana, Lacey, and Intern Saahir, to see who knows the most trivia, lyrics, lore, and more! And yes, the rumors on why this episode isn't titled "Evermore Initial Rankings" is addressed...
There are lot
Revisiting: Revenge of the Re-Recordings
In light of the biggest news in Taylor Swift history - Taylor buying back her masters - we thought this would be a good time to revisit the reason that Taylor was re-recording her work in the first place! At the start of this podcast nearly 4 years ago, one of the very first episodes we did was a breakdown of the legal and emotional battle between Taylor Swift, her old record label, Scoo
TayPendence Day: Taylor Swift Owns Her Masters
Swifties, history has been made. On May 30, 2025, Taylor Swift announced that her battle has come to an end and she owns her masters... but what does that mean?
Nick, Ana, Amy and Lacey discuss the history behind the re-records, the true value of clownery and loyal Swifties, and what this all truly means.
This isn’t just a win for Taylor—it’s a win for every artist, fan, and fighter who’s
Ranking Taylor Swift's Best Bridges
A nearly impossible task for any Swiftie, but we did it... we decided to rank our top 5 favorite bridges across Taylor Swift's entire discography! There are no right or wrong answers, but there are some surprises and overlaps! From Taylor's 11 studio albums, which bridges would you rank in your top 5? Do you match with any of Nick, Amy, Ana, Lacey, or Saahir's picks?
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Lacey's Eras Tour Punishment!
If you could write down your favorite memories from the Eras Tour, where would you even begin? Can you think back to where you were when Taylor first took the stage in Glendale? Or how you felt the first time she mashed up songs in the acoustic set? As part of her surprise song game punishment, Lacey wrote a speech to detail her best memories and moments from the Eras Tour... an impossibl
TTPD - Final Rankings (Part 2 - The Anthology)
Our highly anticipated part two ranking is finally here! Nick, Ana, Amy, Lacey, and Intern Saahir rank their top 5 songs from the second half of THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT - The Anthology (all the songs from "The Black Dog" to "The Manuscript"). How do your rankings compare? Do you think you gravitate more towards the first half or the second half?
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