Podcasts about apts

"All the wine moms are still holding out…" This week, we're deep diving into "But Daddy I Love Him" from The Tortured Poets Department (2024). Join us as we unpack the unreliable narrator, explore the Southern Gothic imagery, and analyze how Taylor uses biblical references and small-town dynamics to tell a story about agency, choice, and breaking free from societal expectations. From the Sarahs and Hannahs clutching their pearls to the elders convening at city hall, this song creates a vivid world where love becomes an act of rebellion. Subscribe for free to get episode updates or upgrade to paid to get our After School premium content: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe. After School subscribers get monthly bonus episodes, exclusive content, and early access to help shape future topics!   Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com  Mentioned in this episode: Beauty and the Beast The Notebook Gilmore Girls Robert Burns Hamlet E2: Enchanted Deep Dive E32: “Love Story” Deep Dive   ***   Episode Highlights:  [00:54] How we do a deep dive [01:38] “I forget how the west was won” [07:21] “Sarah's and Hannahs' in their Sunday best” [11:30] “Too high a horse for a simple girl to rise above it” [15:25] “Now I'm running with my dress unbuttoned” [21:40] “Dutiful daughter, all my plans were laid” [27:44] “The elders had convened down at the city hall” [33:22] “I'll tell you something right now, I'd rather burn my whole life down” [44:40] “Scandal does funny things to pride” [51:19] Purpose of the song  Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

"You're on the phone with your girlfriend, she's upset..." Welcome to Season 3 of AP Taylor Swift! What happens when we can't trust the person telling the story? In this week's Show & Tell episode, we explore the concept of unreliable narrators through three Taylor Swift songs that demonstrate how perspective shapes truth. From teenage crush confessions to post-breakup rants to defiant love declarations, we examine how Taylor uses narrative techniques that make us question what's really happening beneath the surface of these seemingly straightforward stories. Subscribe for free to get episode updates or upgrade to paid to get our After School premium content: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe. After School subscribers get monthly bonus episodes, exclusive content, and early access to help shape future topics!   Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com Mentioned in this episode: The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald The Catcher in the Rye, J.D. Salinger Gone Girl, Gillian Flynn The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Mark Haddon Atonement, Ian McEwan Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen After Party (Apple TV+ series) The Residence (Netflix)  How I Met Your Mother (TV series) E32: Love Story Deep Dive Episode Highlights: [01:22] Introduction to Unreliable Narrators [08:47] "You Belong With Me" (Fearless, 2008) [19:55] "Mr. Perfectly Fine" (Fearless Taylor's Version, 2021) [26:15] "But Daddy I Love Him" (The Tortured Poets Department, 2024)   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

"Are you ready for it?" In this episode, we dive into how Taylor masterfully uses questions not to seek answers, but to create dramatic effect, elicit emotional responses, and tell compelling stories. From the vulnerable yet cutting interrogation of "Is It Over Now?" to the confident invitation of "...Ready For It?" to the courtroom-style cross-examination of "Question...?", we explore three distinct types of rhetorical questions and their power in songwriting. Join us as we discuss anthypophora, epiplexis, and erotesis to uncover why sometimes the most powerful answers are the ones left unspoken.  .............................. What is a Rhetorical Question? A rhetorical question is an inquiry that ends in a question mark but is asked for effect rather than to elicit an answer. It's often used in persuasive writing but is also common in everyday conversation.    Types of Rhetorical Questions:  Anthypophora (hypophora): Involves asking a question in order to answer it immediately. In our animal studies episode, Jenn asked,. “Did I make this song about something that personally interests me? Sure did” Epiplexis: A rhetorical device in which one asks a question in order to admonish rather than receive an answer. Think Michael Scott, “why are you the way that you are?” Erotesis: Positions the question in a way that elicits a strong reaction, either in agreement or rejection. However, this type of rhetorical question typically anticipates a negative response. it's usually impossible to contradict.”How can segregation exist in the true Body of Christ?” - MLK   ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:20] What are rhetorical questions? [06:57] “Is It Over Now?” 1989 (Taylor's Version) (From The Vault)  [26:39] “...Ready for it” Reputation [44:48] “Question…?” Midnights  Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe   Follow us on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

"That's a lie." In this deep dive episode, we dissect "Tim McGraw" line by line, exploring how a teenage Taylor Swift crafted a deceptively complex narrative about young love, heartbreak, and the bittersweet nature of memory. From Chevy trucks and Georgia stars to little black dresses and faded blue jeans, we unpack the country iconography and examine how the meaning of key phrases shifts dramatically when we understand that the full timeline. Join us as we discover how Taylor's debut single established her as a master storyteller from day one, using nostalgic imagery and circular narrative structure to create a song that hits different every time you hear it. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  The Last Song  Dirty Dancing The Summer I Turned Pretty Grease  To All the Boys I've Loved Before  The Good Place  Anita de Monte Laughs Last – Xochitl Gonzalez ***   Episode Highlights:  [00:55]  How we do a deep dive [02:07] “He said the way my blue eyes shined…” [05:32] “And I was right there beside him all summer long” [07:55] “When you think Tim McGraw” [12:40] “September saw a month of tears” [18:34] “And there's a letter left on your doorstep / And the first thing that you'll read” [21:40] “... I said, that's a lie” [27:12] The purpose of the song Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.  

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Tom Uren and Amberleigh Jack talk about a recent hack of the US courts document management system. It's about as bad as can be, with multiple threat actors including states and possibly even drug cartels rummaging around in there, possibly for years. They also discuss Microsoft's involvement in an Israeli surveillance system and the head of Australia's security organisation's blunt warning about espionage. This episode is also available on Youtube. Show notes

"I love you, ain't that the worst thing you ever heard?" This week, we're diving deep into Taylor's ultimate summer anthem and Eras Tour favorite: "Cruel Summer" (Lover 2019). We unpack whether this song is about a problematic love interest or the speaker's own internal struggle with anxious attachment and self-imposed drama. The track brilliantly captures the gap between our cool, collected external personas and the chaotic thoughts running through our heads when we're falling for someone but trying to play it casual. Join us as we go line-by-line through one of Taylor's most iconic bridges and explore why "HE LOOKS UP GRINNING LIKE A DEVIL" resonates so deeply with fans. Whether you've screamed along at the Eras Tour or you're just discovering this track, this episode offers fresh insights into Taylor's masterfully crafted exploration of facades, vulnerability, and the relief that comes with finally being honest about your feelings. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  “Cruel Summer” Bananarama The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald Romeo and Juliet A Midsummer Night's Dream  Attached   ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:03] How we do a deep dive  [03:51] “Fever dream high in the quiet of the night” [08:27] “Devils roll the dice, angels roll their eyes” [10:03] The chorus [16:13] “Hang your head low in the glow of the vending machine” [22:03] “Cut the headlights, summer's a knife” [26:33] “I'm drunk in the back of the car”  [31:05] “He looks up grinning like a devil” [37:20] Purpose of the song  Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

Send us a textSergey Novikov shares his fascinating journey from early days at Kaspersky Lab through his evolution as a malware analyst and cybersecurity expert, offering unique insights into the changing threat landscape and ethical considerations of security research.• Started at Kaspersky in 2002 when it was a small startup with fewer than 100 employees• Applied mathematics background led to research correlating human epidemic models with computer virus propagation• Worked as a "woodpecker" malware analyst detecting threats 24/7• Became part of Kaspersky's elite Global Research and Analysis Team (GREAT)• Team took pride in identifying APTs regardless of national origin to protect customers worldwide• Described security researchers as "paleontologists" uncovering complex digital threats• Participated in analysis of sophisticated threats like Stuxnet requiring specialized knowledge• Left Kaspersky in 2022 after Russia-Ukraine conflict began• Transitioned to pharmaceutical industry cybersecurity before joining CyberProof• Observes modern threats have blurred lines between nation-state actors, cybercriminals and hacktivists• Believes cybersecurity professionals must maintain perpetual learning mindset• Recommends self-learning and hands-on experience for aspiring security researchers• Notes AI is enabling more agile, automated attacks rather than quantum computing threatsConnect with Sergey on LinkedIn or visit cyberproof.com to learn more about their security services and research blog.Support the showFollow the Podcast on Social Media! Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/joseph675128 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@securityunfilteredpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secunfpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SecUnfPodcast

Ever wondered what really goes on inside a Security Operations Center (SOC)? In Part 1 of our "Breaking into Cybersecurity" series, we take you behind the scenes of SOC operations—tool by tool, threat by threat.Whether you're just starting out or pivoting into cyber, this episode is your foundation for understanding the real-world role of a SOC Analyst.

"Freedom felt like summer then on the coast." What happens when we explore Taylor Swift's music through the lens of summer? In this episode, we explore how summer functions both as a setting and a symbol in Taylor's songwriting. From the cruel intensity of forbidden love to nostalgic August romances and the catastrophic blues of heartbreak, we explore how Taylor uses summer to capture everything from youthful freedom to emotional devastation. Join us as we discuss "Cruel Summer," "august," and "Hits Different" to uncover why summer hits different in Taylor's discography. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com Mentioned in this episode: The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald A Room with a View, E.M. Forster Harry Potter A Midsummer Night's Dream, William Shakespeare My Antonia, Willa Cather EXX: Fall Songs  E31: Shakespeare  Grease The Summer I Turned Pretty White Houses, Vanessa Carlton What Happened to Goodbye, Sarah Dessen A Wrinkle in Time, Madeleine L'Engle Episode Highlights: [01:12] Introduction to Summer in Literature [08:11] "Cruel Summer" Lover [17:03] "august" folklore [30:11] "Hits Different" Midnights Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.  

July 31st is Harry Potter's birthday, so why not celebrate with a repeat of our favorite Harry Potter Holiday Special episode!? This week, let your inner Swifties and Potterhead unite as we discuss the crossovers between Harry Potter and Taylor Swift's lyrics. Jenn imagines “Look What You Made Me Do” as Snape's song to Voldermort. Jodi makes the case that “Lover” perfectly captures Lavender Brown's feelings toward Ron. And Maansi envisions “You're On Your Own Kid” as an anthem about Harry Potter's arc throughout the entire series. Whether you're a fan of the books, the movies, or both, we fully dork out on this episode. Join us!    Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  Harry Potter Monsters: A Fan's Dilemma  TikTok creator who does “Harry Potter Characters as Taylor Swift Songs” Jake L @Jakobcl1989 ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:30] Introduction to Harry Potter [05:25] “Look What You Made Me Do” [13:30] “Lover”  [24:08] “You're On Your Own, Kid” Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptyalorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

Send us a textFor queer youth, belonging isn't a luxury, it's a lifeline. In a world that too often tells them they don't fit, affirming spaces can be the difference between surviving and thriving. The power of belonging becomes both healing and revolutionary. Today In the Den,we're diving into this topic, exploring the life-saving power of queer-led youth spaces that help foster that sense of belonging. Sara talks with two incredible guests who are working to create just such a space, the Rev. Dr. John Leedy, the Executive Director of Kindom Community, and Andy Hackett, Program Director. Special Guest: Rev. Dr. John LeedyJohn Leedy (he/him) is a Presbyterian pastor and has a bi-vocational calling, serving as both the Executive Director of kin•dom community and the Associate Pastor of Hope Church in Austin, TX. He holds a B.A. in Youth & Family Ministry from Abilene Christian University, an MDiv. from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry degree in Christian Formation and Liturgical Theology also from APTS. He is a Benedictine Oblate of St. Meinrad Archabbey, has a long history of camp & conference work, and lives in Austin with his wife and pastoral colleague, Rev. Dr. Krystal Leedy, along with their two daughters. John came on staff as a camp counselor at the first ever kin•dom camp in Texas and knew immediately that this work would not only change his life, but would change the lives of countless other LGBTQIA+ young people who are in need of brave spaces marked by love, inclusion, care, and celebration. Special Guest: Andy HackettAndy Hackett (he/him) holds a BS in Child Development with a minor in Political Science from Texas Woman's University. He is also certified Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR instructor and Level 1 challenge course practitioner. He lives and works full time at a Camp and Conference Center in East Texas with his dog, Baxter. Andy grew up attending a specialty camp for children with celiac disease, and after coming out as transgender, he thought "We need a camp like this for LGBTQ+ kids"- and kin•dom camp was born! He develops programs and activities that happen at camp, helps us find and train the amazing individuals that join our summer staff, and is the face behind emails reminding you to register for camp! Links from the Show: Kindom Camp: https://kindomcommunity.org/campQueer Camp Directory: https://directory.queercampfair.com/Gluten-Free Cookbook: https://theloopywhisk.com/ Join Mama Dragons today: www.mamadragons.comIn the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at www.mamadragons.org.  Support the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast

“You set up a paint set in the kitchen and you're talking to me” What happens when we view Taylor Swift's music through the lens of other female artists, particularly painters? In this Summer favorite repeat, we explore the work of three iconic women in art and connect their paintings to Taylor Swift's songs. From the intimacy of motherhood in Mary Cassatt's work, to the surrealism of Remedios Varo, to the medieval renderings of Hildegard von Bingen, we discuss how these themes appear in both art and Taylor's songwriting. Listen to hear how artist reframes familiar Swiftian themes like mother‑daughter bonds, dream‑logic escapism, and spiritual longing through paint, not lyrics. Since this is a visual episode, check out the full video episode on YouTube or Spotify! Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  Mary Cassatt, Wikipedia De Young Museum, “5 Things to Know About Impressionist Mary Cassatt” Mary Cassatt – Bathing the Young Heir (1890-1891) The Dutch House, Ann Patchett  Surrealism and the Art of Remedios Varo Starmaker, Remedios Varo (1958) Hildegard von Bingen Hildegard von Bingen's Physica   ***   Episode Highlights:  [00:19] This week's topic: Famous female painters  [01:09] Mary Cassatt and “The Best Day” [13:40] Remedios Varo and “This Is Me Trying” [26:58] Hildegard von Bingen and “Guilty as Sin” Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

Three Chinese APTs are behind the recent SharePoint zero-day attacks, the UK wants to ban the public sector from paying ransoms, Russia takes down a malware operation, and South Korea charges airline employees over selling celebrity data. Show notes

"Don't blame me, love made me crazy. If it doesn't, you ain't doing it right." This week, we're deep diving into "Don't Blame Me" from the reputation album. We explore the song's gospel influences, religious imagery, and transformation themes as we analyze Taylor's most unhinged declaration of love. From poison ivy to daisies, from halos to falling from grace, join us as we unpack this intoxicating Taylor Swift tale of desire, addiction, and spiritual transcendence.   Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  E94: Show and Tell - Frankenstein The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald Paradise Lost, John Milton Ellie Goulding - "Love Me Like You Do" 50 Shades of Grey Rocky Horror Picture Show ***   Episode Highlights:  [02:02] - “Don't blame me, love made me crazy” [09:00] - “I've been breaking hearts a long time” [13:07] - “For you I would cross the line” [22:40] - “My name is whatever you decide” [33:08] - “I get so high, everytime you're touching me”  [41:25] - Purpose of the song   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

In this episode of the Other Side of the Firewall podcast, hosts Ryan Williams Sr. and Shannon Tynes discuss various cybersecurity topics, including a vulnerability in ServiceNow that allowed unauthorized data access, the implications of North American APTs attacking China using Exchange Zero Day exploits, and a significant security flaw in McDonald's AI recruiting platform. They also share personal updates and reflections on media consumption, emphasizing the importance of feedback for the podcast and Ryan's recently published book. Articles: New ServiceNow flaw lets attackers enumerate restricted data https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-servicenow-flaw-lets-attackers-enumerate-restricted-data/amp/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQWRYQWV1ak5pd1lZdHJtegEeelyIlK2Ek9gCYDYtP80irWWtUhS3cA8gY_25kHfhgHP-_ntEK-dqk8Ot_GI_aem_xJzS7lMJMTkWDOS6Wcj4SQ North American APT Uses Exchange Zero-Day to Attack China https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/north-american-apt-exchange-zero-day-attacks-china?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQWRYQWV1ak5pd1lZdHJtegEer8-gvyCsk7NEjyuZ1a1N2eGHIyLh6cCANkM5oD9x-jPlHuntjonpKiZ0Hcg_aem_25vP0x19KnGVwKBr8POhPg McDonald's AI recruiting platform had a really embarrassing security flaw - and it left millions of users open to attack https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/mcdonalds-ai-recruiting-platform-had-a-really-embarrassing-security-flaw-which-left-millions-of-users-open-to-attack?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQWRYQWV1ak5pd1lZdHJtegEer8-gvyCsk7NEjyuZ1a1N2eGHIyLh6cCANkM5oD9x-jPlHuntjonpKiZ0Hcg_aem_25vP0x19KnGVwKBr8POhPg Please LISTEN

“I don't trust nobody and nobody trusts me.”  In this episode, we're diving into one of literature's most enduring classics: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. From Victor's scientific ambition to the creature's desperate search for companionship, we explore how Taylor's lyrics illuminate the Gothic themes of isolation, creation, and the consequences of playing God. Join us as we examine "Don't Blame Me," "Look What You Made Me Do," and "False God" through the lens of literature's first science fiction novel—and discover why this 1818 masterpiece feels more relevant than ever in our age of artificial intelligence. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com  Mentioned in this episode   Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Paradise Lost by John Milton Young Frankenstein (Mel Brooks film) Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien E7: Ecocriticism The Handmaid's Tale ***   Episode Highlights:  [1:45] Quick overview of Frankenstein [8:00] “Don't Blame Me” reputation  [15:56] “Look What You Made Me Do” reputation [30:24] “False God” Lover Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.  

“It isn't love, it isn't hate, it's just indifference.” A little petty, a little philosophical, and exactly the right kind of opener for Lover. In this Deep Dive, we look at “I Forgot That You Existed,” a deceptively breezy track that becomes more interesting the longer you sit with it. We unpack the tonal misreadings this song often gets, the power of the shrug as both emotional and poetic posture, and why this opening song may be one of Taylor's most sophisticated declarations of agency.  Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com  ***   Episode Highlights:  [02:30] “I Forgot That You Existed” as a glitter gel pen song [09:17] “In my feelings more than Drake, so, yeah” [16:03] “Free rent living in my mind” [22:02] “Laughed on the school yard as soon as I tripped up and hit the ground” [27:50] “Sent me a clear message” [32:52] Purpose of the song Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

"I haven't decided yet, but I'mgonnagetyouback." From ancient Greek epics to Mean Girls, revenge has evolved dramatically in literature, and Taylor Swift's discography is no exception. This week on AP Taylor Swift, we explore how Taylor serves revenge with a smile, examining the sweet saccharine fantasy of "Speak Now," the cutting indifference of "I Forgot That You Existed," and the delicious ambiguity of "I'm Gonna Get You Back." Whether it's ruining a wedding or simply moving on, we dive into how revenge fantasies reveal character, power dynamics, and the satisfying evolution from teenage retaliation to adult agency. Because sometimes the best revenge is living well; and sometimes it's writing a song about forgetting someone exists. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  The Iliad, Homer The Princess Bride The Odyssey, Homer Hamlet, Shakespeare Count of Monte Cristo Wuthering Heights Mean Girls Mad Men John Tucker Must Die   *** Episode Highlights:  [00:46] All about revenge [07:48] “Speak Now,” Speak Now  [20:34] “I Forgot That You Existed,” Lover [29:44] “imgonnagetyouback,” The Tortured Poets Department   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z. ***  

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 50: This week, we dissect cyber flashpoints in the Iran-Israel war, revisit the “magnet of threats” server in Iran that attracted APTs from multiple nation-states, and react to Israel's Mossad sneaking explosive drone swarms deep into Iran to support airstrikes. Plus, Stealth Falcon's new WebDAV zero-day, SentinelOne's brush with Chinese APTs, Citizen Lab's forensic takedown of Paragon's iPhone spyware, and the sneaky Meta/Yandex trick that links Android web browsing to app IDs. Cast: Juan Andres Guerrero-Saade (https://twitter.com/juanandres_gs), Ryan Naraine (https://twitter.com/ryanaraine) and Costin Raiu (https://twitter.com/craiu).

“I can go anywhere I want, just not home” This week on AP Taylor Swift, we take on “my tears ricochet,” the gut-wrenching Track 5 from “Folklore”. From its funeral imagery to what it means for a tear to “ricochet,” we explore themes of grief, regret, and power dynamics. Whether this song is about romantic heartbreak, a friendship gone sour, or even a toxic job, we explore why this song resonates so deeply with so many, and what it means for each of us.   Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date: www.aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  E67: Greek Mythology E54: Anniversary Episode E32: Love Story Deep Dive  The Little Book of Shakespeare's Insults: The Bard's Best Barbs Reputation album letter Jane Eyre   The Phantom of the Opera The Little Mermaid Harry Potter E56: Guest Episode - DJ Louie XIV  ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:09] Introducing “my tears ricochet” and our initial thoughts [07:25] “I didn't have it in myself to go with grace” [11:22] “Look at how my tears ricochet” [18:05] “You know I didn't want to have to haunt you” [25:23] “When I'd fight you used to tell me I was brave” [29:45] “And I can go anywhere I want, just not home” [37:15] “You had to kill me but it killed you just the same” [41:44] What might it mean for tears to ricochet? [45:24] The purpose of the song   Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   ***   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.  

“Fatefully, I tried to pick my battles 'til the battle picked me” This week, we're resisting our episode on Greek Mythology, where we dive into the timeless influence of Greek mythology in Taylor Swift's music by exploring connections between Taylor's songs and classic Greek myths. Jodi finds links between Demeter and Persephone's sorrow in The Hymn to Demeter and the Folklore song "My Tears Ricochet.” Maansi shows us how  "Long Story Short” sounds like Odysseus recounting his epic journey as he returns home. And Jenn gets into the ancient story of the Labyrinth and how it reflects themes of self-discovery and transformation in "Labyrinth." Is Taylor Swift a modern-day Homer? Listen and find out!    Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date: www.aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  Mythology, Edith Hamilton The Iliad, Homer The Odyssey, Homer Metamorphoses, Ovid Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan E44: Metaphors + “The Tortured Poets Department” E22: Mastermind  Homeric Hymns  The Hymn to Demeter Hadestown (musical) Hercules (Disney animated film) E54: One Year Anniversary of AP Taylor Swift Circe, Madeline Miller Fantasyland by Kurt Andersen The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell Stephen Fry's Mythos, Heroes, and Troy  Episode Highlights:  [02:15] Introduction to Greek Mythology [09:01] "my tears ricochet" folklore [15:22] "long story short" evermore [32:52]  "labrynth" Midnights Follow us!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro   Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   ***   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

“The best things that have ever been mine… finally actually are.” It's Taylor Independence Day! In this special bonus episode, we, your hosts of AP Taylor Swift, discuss the (surprisingly emotional) breaking news of Taylor Swift's acquisition of her original masters. We share our first reactions and the significance of this moment in Taylor's career, and then (in true AP Taylor Swift style) dive into the rhetoric of Taylor's letter announcing the news, analyzing her personal style and the deeper meanings behind her words. We take a second to touch on Taylor's humor and then get to the big news about the Reputation album and speculate on the future of Taylor's re-recordings and music. Finally, we touch on the reactions of the Taylor Swift fan community to close out the show. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  The Great Gatsby E77: Historical Criticism E27: Poetic Repetition E11: Marxist Theory   [00:17] Breaking News: Taylor Swift's Masters Acquisition [02:00] Emotional Reactions and Reflections [04:52] Analyzing Taylor's Letter: A Personal Touch [09:42] The Memories. The Magic. The Madness.  [15:30] What About Rep TV? [24:07] Starting a Conversation Around Owning Your Masters [26:22] Fan Reactions to the Announcement [29:17] Closing Thoughts and Future Insights Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 48: We unpack a Dutch intelligence agencies report on ‘Laundry Bear' and Microsoft's parallel ‘Void Blizzard' write-up, finding major gaps and bemoaning the absence of IOCs. Plus, discussion on why threat-intel naming is so messy, how initial-access brokers are powering even nation-state break-ins, and whether customers (or vendors) are to blame for the confusion. Plus, thoughts on an academic paper on the vanishing art of Western companies exposing Western (friendly) APT operations, debate whether stealth or self-censorship is to blame, and the long-tail effects on cyber paleontology. We also dig into Sean Heelan's proof that OpenAI's new reasoning model can spot a Linux kernel 0-day and the implications for humans in the bug-hunting chain. Cast: Juan Andres Guerrero-Saade (https://twitter.com/juanandres_gs), Ryan Naraine (https://twitter.com/ryanaraine) and Costin Raiu (https://twitter.com/craiu).

“You've got no reason to be afraid.” This week, we're going line by line through a fan favorite, “You're On Your Own Kid” (Midnights 2023). Join us as we explore the title's significance and the evolution of the speaker's perspective throughout the song, touching on themes of agency, personal growth, and the role of seasons and senses in the narrative. From feeling alone to embracing one's strength and support system, this week's detailed analysis will take you on the transformative journey that is this incredible song.   Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  Game of Thrones Kingdom of Heaven Mean Girls Cinderella, Brothers Grimm Miss Americana Little Women   Episode Highlights:  [01:08] Who is the “you” in the title? [03:09] “Summer went away,” the season of the youth [07:26] Agency and growing up [22:30] Comparing choruses [29:14] ”Something they can't take away,” a turning point [37:45] The purpose   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

“Once the flight had flown…” Taylor Swift is a master storyteller, but how does she tell those stories? In this week's Show & Tell episode, we're talking all about Narratology. We break down the structure behind the storytelling, unpacking flashbacks, fast forwards, stream of consciousness, and first-person limited narration through three brilliant Swift tracks. From fairy tale distortion in “Is It Over Now?”, a murder mystery arc in “No Body, No Crime,” to the heart-tugging Bildungsroman of “You're On Your Own, Kid,” this episode explores the how behind the heartbreaks, twists, and self-discoveries. Whether you're into literary theory, folklore, or just love a well-crafted bridge, you'll leave this episode with a deeper appreciation for Taylor's evolving narrative toolkit—and maybe a few English class flashbacks of your own. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  White Lotus E51: All Too Well (10 Minute Version) Mrs. Dalloway, Virginia Woolf Dracula, Bram Stoker The Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien Beauty and the Beast Sleeping Beauty Alice and Wonderland Snow White Doctor Who E78: Tim McGraw Deep Dive Harry Potter Great Expectations, Charles Dickens Jane Eyre, Charlotte Brontë   ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:13] Intro to narratology [05:25] “Is It Over Now?” 1989 (Taylor's Version) (From the Vault) [19:34] “No body, no crime” evermore [32:20] “You're on You're Own, Kid” Midnights   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

“You can beat the heat, if you beat the charges too.” Is Florida!!! the wildest track on The Tortured Poets Department? In this chaotic, heartfelt, and unfiltered episode, we break down Taylor Swift's "Florida!!!" line by line—from the millennial whiplash of “my friends all smell like weed or little babies” to hurricane metaphors, fugitive fantasies, and haunted mansions.   Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  Florida by Lauren Groff The Haunted Mansion (Disney) The Good Place (NBC) Sweet Home Alabama Mean Girls Pocahontas Rippling corporate espionage case *** Episode Highlights:  [03:00] Let's start with the title [06:45] “My friends all smell like weed or little babies” [10:03] “Your home's only a town you're just a guest in” [16:33] “Hurricane with my name when it came” [21:15] “Yes I'm haunted but I'm feeling just fine” [29:58] The bridge - remember, there are two speakers! [39:26] The purpose   **   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

In this week's episode of The Future of Security Operations podcast, Thomas is joined by Raymond Schippers. With 15 years of experience leading detection and response teams, Raymond is a seasoned security leader with high-impact roles at Check Point and Canva under his belt. He recently became co-founder of Huntabil.IT, a Melbourne-based company providing organizations with tailored advisory services to align with their unique threat landscapes and business goals. In this episode: [02:27] Landing his first security internship at Siemens as a teenager [03:18] Reflecting on some state-sponsored attacks he encountered while working IR at Check Point [04:45] Working with government partners to attribute and dismantle APTs [08:10] The challenges of remediating threats for anonymized customers [09:30] What inspired Raymond's move from Check Point to Canva [10:35] Building Canva's blue team during the company's phase of hypergrowth [12:40] Rethinking the interview process to prioritize diversity in hiring [18:02] Proven strategies for reducing burnout and alert fatigue in IR [21:09] How Raymond's team used automation to scale security operations at Canva [23:16] The state of AI in security - and its most effective use cases [28:53] What inspired Raymond to found Huntabil.IT [31:09] Raymond's approach to working with non-profit organizations [39:15] The under-reported threats that could reshape the future of SecOps [44:06] Anticipating the biggest challenges security teams will face over the next five years [46:42] Connect with Raymond Where to find Raymond Schippers: LinkedIn Huntabil.IT Where to find Thomas Kinsella: LinkedIn Tines Resources mentioned: Cyber Threat Alliance Raymond's talk on avoiding team burnout at BSides Perth

“He was sunshine, I was midnight rain.” Dive into how Taylor Swift masterfully uses weather imagery - from romantic rain in 'Fearless' to metaphorical storms in 'Midnight Rain' and destructive hurricanes in 'Florida!!!' (feat. Florence Welch). Join us for an exploration of meteorological metaphors in Swift's songwriting across different eras.   Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  King Lear The Great Gatsby Wuthering Heights E13: Metaphors (“Clean”) E10: Deep Dive - Red Florida   ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:15] Intro to rain songs and weather [07:34] “Fearless,” Fearless [18:18] “Midnight Rain,” Midnights [30:35] “Florida!!!” The Tortured Poets Department  Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

“I said I love you, you say nothing back.” This week, we're deep diving into "Say Don't Go," from 1989 (Taylor's Version) (From the Vault). Picking up from last week's circus-themed episode, we unravel how Taylor crafts a lyrical nightmare of helplessness, packed tight with metaphors and rhetorical questions that leave listeners suspended in emotional free fall. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  Six The Musical The Break-Up (2006 film) Mad Men The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center   ***   Episode Highlights:  [03:09] “Oh no, oh no, I'm unarmed” [07:36] “I'm standing on a tightrope, alone” [14:56] “Why'd you have to lead me on?” [21:44] “And I'm yours but you're not mine” [32:10] “Why'd you have to make me want you” [42:42] “But you won't…”   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

“I was tame, I was gentle til the circus life made me mean.” This week on AP Taylor Swift, we delve into the recurring motif of the circus in Taylor Swift's discography. From the tightropes of emotional vulnerability to the grand illusions of public persona, we analyze how Taylor employs circus imagery to convey themes of performance, control, and otherness. This episode includes discussions on the historical exploitation within circus culture, including forced labor, racism, and animal cruelty. For more information, we recommend the article from the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the podcast Circus Stories for firsthand accounts. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com Mentioned in this episode: Circus Stories Podcast Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen The Night Circus The Phantom of the Opera The Prestige (2006 film) Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut Disney's Dumbo and Bambi 60 - Witches 61- Deep Dive “Who's Afraid of Little Old Me” The Second Sex Great Expectations Episode Highlights: [00:45] Introduction to the circus metaphor in literature and music [10:50] “Say Don't Go” 1989 (Taylor's Version) (From the Vault) [24:53]  “…So It Goes” reputation [33:26] “Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?” The Tortured Poets Department  Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

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“And I was catching my breath, barefoot in the wildest winter…” What happens when a 21st-century American poet meets a 19th-century one? In this Show & Tell episode, we explore the literary lineage between Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson—two iconic writers whose work spans centuries but shares unmistakable DNA (literally—did you know they might be distant cousins?!). From slant rhymes and stylized punctuation to themes of isolation, longing, and hope, we unpack the poetic parallels between Dickinson's timeless verses and Taylor's lyrics. In true Show & Tell fashion, each of us brings a favorite Dickinson poem paired with a Swift song that touch on shared motifs such as separation, isolation, and hope. Tune in to find out which modern-day Taylor tracks sound like 19th-century poetry—and why we think Emily might vibe with Evermore. Take our listener survey: https://aptaylorswift.substack.com/survey/2658723 Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  The Letters of Emily Dickinson The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson Emily Dickinson's Hope is the Thing with Feathers They Put Us Far Apart (Poem 474) It Was Not Death, for I Stood Up (Poem 355) Message in a Bottle – Taylor Swift Evermore – Taylor Swift Karma – Taylor Swift Beauty and the Beast (live-action & Broadway versions) Hamilton Taylor Swift by the Book Ancestry.com – Taylor & Emily's distant cousin connection Emily Dickinson Museum Tikvah (Hebrew word for hope)   ***   Episode Highlights:  [06:26] “Message in a Bottle” + they put us far apart [16:03] “Evermore” + It was not death, for I stood up  [29:31] “Karma” + Hope is a thing with feathers Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

“It's a thug story tell me can you handle that”  In honor of April Fool's Day, we're diving into Taylor Swift's funniest, most unexpected performances — from self-parody and satire to flat-out absurdity. This week, we explore Thug Story (2008), her 2009 SNL monologue, “Monologue Song (La La La)”, and the 2021 SNL Three Sad Virgins sketch to understand how Swift uses humor to subvert expectations, reclaim her narrative, and show off her impeccable comedic timing. Plus: why baking cookies is the running gag that won't quit, what a “benign violation” is, and whether “Cats” was actually meant to be a comedy. Take our listener survey: https://aptaylorswift.substack.com/survey/2658723 Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  “Thug Story” feat. T-Pain (CMT Awards, 2009) Taylor Swift's 2009 SNL Monologue Song (la la la) Please Don't Destroy - Three Sad Virgins (ft. Taylor Swift) - SNL 2021 Only Murders in the Building (Hulu) What's So Funny? The Science of Why We Laugh by Giovanni Sabato Anatomy of the Gag by Václav Havel Comedy Book: How Comedy Conquered Culture by Jesse David Fox Nanette by Hannah Gadsby (Netflix) APTS E19: Satire ***   Episode Highlights:  [04:03] “Thug Story”  [11:04] “Monologue Song (La La La)” [23:29] “Three Sad Virgins” Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

  “What if he's written “mine” on my upper thigh” This week we dive into “Guilty as Sin?” from The Tortured Poets Department. We explore how Taylor Swift uses religious metaphors, what the imagery of cages and wolves might mean, the complexities of fantasies, desires, and moral dilemmas, particularly in the context of relationships and societal expectations. Just another light episode from your unofficial Professors of Taylor Swift! Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  The Downtown Lights by The Blue Nile (1989) Beauty and the Beast (Disney) The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas Song of Solomon (Hebrew Bible) Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll ***   Episode Highlights:  [00:18] "Guilty as sin?"  [05:50] "Am I allowed to cry?" [10:34] "Crashing into him tonight, he's a paradox."  [18:33] "What if he's written 'mine' on my upper thigh — only in my mind?" [28:30] "I keep these longings locked" [40:00] "What if I rolled the stone away? They're gonna crucify me anyway." [45:00] “I choose you and me — religiously.” [50:41] The purpose of the song Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.  

On this week's show Patrick Gray and Adam Boileau discuss the week's cybersecurity news: Github Actions supply chain attack loots keys and secrets from 23k projects Why a VC fund now owns a minority stake in Risky Business Media (!?!?) China doxes Taiwanese military hackers Microsoft thinks .lnk file whitespace trick isn't worth patching but APTs sure love it CISA delivers government efficiency by re-hiring fired staff… to put them on paid leave …and Google acquires Wiz for $32bn This week's show is sponsored by Zero Networks, and they have sent along a happy customer to talk about their experience. Aaron Steinke is Head of Infrastructure at La Trobe Financial, an asset management firm in Australia. Aaron talks through bringing modern zero-trust goodness to the reality of a technology environment that's been around 40 years. This episode is also available on Youtube. Show notes Risky Bulletin: GitHub supply chain attack prints everyone's secrets in build logs - Risky Business Media China says Taiwan's military is behind PoisonIvy APT China identifies Taiwanese hackers allegedly behind cyberattacks and espionage | The Record from Recorded Future News Crypto exchange OKX shuts down tool used by North Korean hackers to launder stolen funds | The Record from Recorded Future News Lazarus Group deceives developers with 6 new malicious npm packages | CyberScoop Poisoned Windows shortcuts found to be a favorite of Chinese, Russian, N. Korean state hackers | The Record from Recorded Future News 'Mora_001' ransomware gang exploiting Fortinet bug spotlighted by CISA in January | The Record from Recorded Future News Black Basta uses brute-forcing tool to attack edge devices | Cybersecurity Dive Alleged Russian LockBit developer extradited from Israel, appears in New Jersey court | The Record from Recorded Future News CISA works to contact probationary employees for reinstatement after court order - Nextgov/FCW ‘People Are Scared': Inside CISA as It Reels From Trump's Purge | WIRED The Wiretap: CISA Staff Are Cautiously Optimistic About Trump's Pick For Director White House instructs agencies to avoid firing cybersecurity staff, email says | Reuters Signal no longer cooperating with Ukraine on Russian cyberthreats, official says | The Record from Recorded Future News Telegram CEO Pavel Durov allowed to leave France amid investigation Appellate court upholds sentence for former Uber cyber executive Joe Sullivan | The Record from Recorded Future News Google buys cloud security provider Wiz for $32 billion | The Record from Recorded Future News Pat Gray, Founder of Risky Business, Joins Decibel as Founder Advisor - Decibel

  “You set up a paint set in the kitchen and you're talking to me” What happens when we view Taylor Swift's music through the lens of female artists? In this week's Show & Tell episode, we explore the work of three iconic women in art—Mary Cassatt, Remedios Varo, and Hildegard von Bingen—and connect their paintings to Taylor Swift's songs. From the intimacy of motherhood to the surreal exhaustion of creating something greater than yourself, to the struggle of questioning authority, we discuss how these themes appear in both art and Taylor's songwriting. Since this is a visual episode, check out the full video episode on YouTube or Spotify! Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  Mary Cassatt, Wikipedia De Young Museum, “5 Things to Know About Impressionist Mary Cassatt” Mary Cassatt – Bathing the Young Heir (1890-1891) The Dutch House, Ann Patchett  Surrealism and the Art of Remedios Varo Starmaker, Remedios Varo (1958) Hildegard von Bingen Hildegard von Bingen's Physica   ***   Episode Highlights:  [00:19] This week's topic: Female Artists [01:09] Mary Cassatt and “The Best Day” [13:40] Remedios Varo and “This Is Me Trying” [26:58] Hildegard von Bingen and “Guilty as Sin” Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

“I'll show you every version of yourself tonight” In this episode, we delve into Taylor Swift's song 'mirrorball' from Folklore, exploring its themes of identity, reflection, and the performance of femininity. We discuss the significance of the mirror ball as an object that always shows a reflection. We also touch on the song's structure, the emotional nature of the lyrics, and the implications of the 'hush' in the chorus. It's a loaded episode that takes us to the societal pressures on women to perform and ultimately leads us to ask the question, “are we all mirrorballs?”   Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:15] How we do a deep dive [01:33] What is a mirrorball? [08:41] “You'll find me on my tallest tiptoes” [15:01] “I can change everything about me to fit in”  [23:10] “Hush” [27:38] The bridge [39:38] The purpose   Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

Latest Google Chrome Update Encourages UBlock Origin Removal The latest update to Google Chrome not only disabled the UBlock Origin ad blocker, but also guides users to uninstall the extension instead of re-enabling it. https://chromereleases.googleblog.com/2025/03/stable-channel-update-for-desktop.html https://www.reddit.com/r/youtube/comments/1j2ec76/ublock_origin_is_gone/ Critical Kibana Update Elastic published a critical Kibana update patching a prototype polution vulnerability that would allow arbitrary code execution for users with the "Viewer" role. https://discuss.elastic.co/t/kibana-8-17-3-security-update-esa-2025-06/375441 Certified PrePw0n3d Android TV Sticks Wired is reporting of over a million Android TV sticks that were found to be pre-infected with adware https://www.wired.com/story/android-tv-streaming-boxes-china-backdoor/ SANS.edu Research Paper Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) are among the most challenging to detect in enterprise environments, often mimicking authorized privileged access prior to their actions on objectives. https://www.sans.edu/cyber-research/identifying-advanced-persistent-threat-activity-through-threat-informed-detection-engineering-enhancing-alert-visibility-enterprises/

"Girls go out and have your fun, then they hunt and slay the ones who actually do it." What does it mean to view Taylor Swift's music through a feminist lens? On this week's show and tell episode, we look at three songs from the lens of Feminist Theory—"Mean," "Nothing New," and "Mirrorball"—to examine how they critique patriarchal expectations, the limitations placed on women, and the struggle for self-definition. From the societal obsession with youth and likability to the emotional labor of constantly adjusting to fit in, this discussion unpacks the deeper layers of feminist literary criticism embedded in Swift's songwriting. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  E70: Harry Potter Holidays Special Episode Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen Middlemarch, George Elliot Mean Girls Unlikable Female Characters by Anna Bogutskaya The Handmaids Tale, Margaret Atwood Hamlet Romeo and Juliet Grease It's a Man's (Celluloid) World: Portrayals of Female Characters in the Top Grossing U.S. Films of 2022, Dr. Martha M. Lauzen San Diego State University Britney Spears, Circus ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:36] Introduction to Feminist Theory [04:12] “Mean” [17:17] “Nothing New”  [30:35] “Mirrorball”  Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

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“When you think Tim McGraw, I hope you think of me” This week on AP Taylor Swift, we're going line by line through “Tim McGraw”—the debut single that introduced Taylor Swift to the world. From the country music storytelling structure to the nostalgic time loop embedded in the lyrics, we explore every lyrical shift, hidden meaning, and emotional evolution in the song. Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  The Last Song  Dirty Dancing The Summer I Turned Pretty Grease  To All the Boys I've Loved Before  The Good Place  Anita de Monte Laughs Last – Xochitl Gonzalez ***   Episode Highlights:  [00:55]  How we do a deep dive [02:07] “He said the way my blue eyes shined…” [05:32] “And I was right there beside him all summer long” [07:55] “When you think Tim McGraw” [12:40] “September saw a month of tears” [18:34] “And there's a letter left on your doorstep / And the first thing that you'll read” [21:40] “... I said, that's a lie” [27:12] The purpose of the song Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

In today's episode, Gina shares the third and final part of her interview with mindset expert John Assaraf. John shares some powerful exercises for initiating positive change in one's life and reversing the natural tendency for people to live with mostly negative thoughts. Use these tips to fill your life with positive thoughts and start feeling better and achieving more of what you want in life. Find John Assaraf here FREE EBOOK: https://links.myneurogym.com/gina IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnassaraf/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/johnassarafpage YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/JohnAssaraf X: https://x.com/johnassaraf Innercise: https://innercise.com/ Website: www.johnassaraf.com Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching link ACPGroupCoaching.com To learn more, go to: Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program Learn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership: For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday ❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes ❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind ❤ And more fun surprises along the way! All this in your favorite podcast app! Chapters 0:42 Welcome back 6:30 Understanding Anxiety 11:15 Inner Sizing Techniques 15:59 The Power of Commitment 21:23 Overcoming Negative Patterns 26:31 Resources and Support 29:25 Conclusion and Farewell Summary In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I continue my enlightening discussion with John Ashraf, a renowned mindset coach and mental fitness trainer. This episode marks the conclusion of our three-part series, in which we explore the multifaceted nature of anxiety and the psychological patterns that underpin it. We delve into the significant distinction between emotions and feelings, emphasizing that our reactions to various stimuli aren't inherently linked to the stimuli itself but rather to our perceptions shaped by previous experiences and beliefs. Throughout our conversation, we unpack the workings of the brain, particularly focusing on the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The sympathetic nervous system, which governs our stress responses and instinctive reactions, often drives us into cycles of anxiety and negative thought patterns. John introduces the concept of "Frankie's monster," a metaphorical representation of our subconscious fears that can overwhelm us if left unchecked. He emphasizes the importance of awareness and the need to interrupt these automatic patterns that diminish our sense of well-being. We discuss practical strategies for managing and transforming anxiety. John shares "inner sizes," such as the breathing technique known as "Take Six," which helps calm our nervous systems and ease feelings of stress. By focusing on our breathing and engaging in positive self-talk, we can shift from a state of anxiety to one of calm and control. This technique exemplifies how we can reinforce new, healthier neural pathways by consciously choosing to challenge our automatic negative thoughts (ANTS) and replace them with automatic positive thoughts (APTS). #AnxietyCoach #MindsetShift #Neuroplasticity #ChangeYourBeliefs #EmpowerYourMind #MentalWellness #SelfTalkMatters #PersonalGrowthJourney #OvercomeAnxiety #MindfulLiving #NeuroscienceOfMind #BreakFreeFromLimits #TransformYourLife #StressManagement #EmotionalRegulation #CognitiveRestructuring Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, Gina shares the third and final part of her interview with mindset expert John Assaraf. John shares some powerful exercises for initiating positive change in one's life and reversing the natural tendency for people to live with mostly negative thoughts. Use these tips to fill your life with positive thoughts and start feeling better and achieving more of what you want in life. Find John Assaraf here FREE EBOOK: https://links.myneurogym.com/gina IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnassaraf/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/johnassarafpage YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/JohnAssaraf X: https://x.com/johnassaraf Innercise: https://innercise.com/ Website: www.johnassaraf.com Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching link ACPGroupCoaching.com To learn more, go to: Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program Learn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership: For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday ❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes ❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind ❤ And more fun surprises along the way! All this in your favorite podcast app! Chapters 0:42 Welcome back 6:30 Understanding Anxiety 11:15 Inner Sizing Techniques 15:59 The Power of Commitment 21:23 Overcoming Negative Patterns 26:31 Resources and Support 29:25 Conclusion and Farewell Summary In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I continue my enlightening discussion with John Ashraf, a renowned mindset coach and mental fitness trainer. This episode marks the conclusion of our three-part series, in which we explore the multifaceted nature of anxiety and the psychological patterns that underpin it. We delve into the significant distinction between emotions and feelings, emphasizing that our reactions to various stimuli aren't inherently linked to the stimuli itself but rather to our perceptions shaped by previous experiences and beliefs. Throughout our conversation, we unpack the workings of the brain, particularly focusing on the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The sympathetic nervous system, which governs our stress responses and instinctive reactions, often drives us into cycles of anxiety and negative thought patterns. John introduces the concept of "Frankie's monster," a metaphorical representation of our subconscious fears that can overwhelm us if left unchecked. He emphasizes the importance of awareness and the need to interrupt these automatic patterns that diminish our sense of well-being. We discuss practical strategies for managing and transforming anxiety. John shares "inner sizes," such as the breathing technique known as "Take Six," which helps calm our nervous systems and ease feelings of stress. By focusing on our breathing and engaging in positive self-talk, we can shift from a state of anxiety to one of calm and control. This technique exemplifies how we can reinforce new, healthier neural pathways by consciously choosing to challenge our automatic negative thoughts (ANTS) and replace them with automatic positive thoughts (APTS). #AnxietyCoach #MindsetShift #Neuroplasticity #ChangeYourBeliefs #EmpowerYourMind #MentalWellness #SelfTalkMatters #PersonalGrowthJourney #OvercomeAnxiety #MindfulLiving #NeuroscienceOfMind #BreakFreeFromLimits #TransformYourLife #StressManagement #EmotionalRegulation #CognitiveRestructuring Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You need to calm down, but we know it'll be hard because in this episode, we are diving into historical criticism! We explore the context in which Taylor's songs were created, starting with “Tim McGraw,” the first Taylor Swift single of all time. We then transition into the world of Lover with “Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince” and “You Need to Calm Down.” Join us as we explore how looking at the historical context of these songs helps deepen our understanding and appreciation of Taylor's music!    Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  Tim McGraw - She's My Kind of Rain  Tim McGraw - Live Like You Were Dying  E11: Show and Tell - Marxist Theory Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder Grease the film Barbie the film  Mean Girls the film ***   Episode Highlights:  [00:40] Introduction to Historical Criticism  [4:58] “Tim McGraw” from Debut [16:37] “Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince” from Lover  [29:47] “You Need to Calm Down” from Lover Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

Hi friends, today we're talking about pentesting potatoes (not really, but this episode is sort of a homage to episode 333 where I went to Boise to do a controls assessment and ended up doing an impromptu physical pentest and social engineer exercise).  I talk about what a blast I'm having hunting APTs in XINTRA LABS, and two cool tools I'm building with the help of Cursor: A wrapper for Netexec that quickly finds roastable users, machines without SMB signing, clients running Webclient and more. A sifter of Snaffler-captured files to zero in even closer on interesting things such as usernames and passwords in clear text.

“You can hear it in the silence.” This week on AP Taylor Swift, we deep dive into “You Are In Love”  from Taylor Swift's album 1989. We break down how Taylor captures the essence of love—not through grand gestures but instead through small, intimate moments: a look across a room, coffee at midnight, and the silence that says it all. We explore the significance of mundane details throughout the song and discuss its lyrical structure, poetic devices (like spondees!), and why the most profound emotions often have no proof, just feelings.  Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  TIME Magazine, 2023 Person of the Year Stars Around My Scars Troilus and Cressida West Side Story Hamilton Pride and Prejudice Mad Men E5: Toxic Relationships So It Goes Slaughterhouse-Five Love Actually   ***   Episode Highlights:  [01:38] “One look, dark room” [10:00] “Coffee at midnight” [18:49] “You can hear it in the silence” [20:18] “You keep his shirt, he keeps his word” [24:50] “He is in love”  [30:39] “And so it goes”  [39:40] The purpose of the song Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

“So scarlet it was, maroon.” What's the true meaning behind Taylor Swift's “Maroon”? This week on AP Taylor Swift podcast, we dive into the shades of red, love, and memory that define this “Midnights” favorite. We explore how Taylor uses colors to capture the complexity of relationships—the highs, the heartbreaks, and the legacy they leave behind. Listen as we unpack the layers of this fan-favorite track.   Subscribe to get new episode updates: aptaylorswift.substack.com/subscribe Stay up to date at aptaylorswift.com    Mentioned in this episode:  E73: Show and Tell - Color The Big Lebowski E66: Deep Dive - Holy Ground  The Wizard of Oz Van Gogh's faded colors Harry Potter Every color referenced in Maroon Eats, Shoots, and Leaves   ***   Episode Highlights:  [02:00] “When the morning came” [08:30] “your roommate's cheapass screwtop rosé”  [12:53] “The burgundy on my cheeks” [23:56] “When the silence came”   [25:06] Our “ah ha” moment [30:39] “the rubies that I gave up” [38:07] The purpose of the song Follow AP Taylor Swift podcast on social!  TikTok → tiktok.com/@APTaylorSwift Instagram → instagram.com/APTaylorSwift YouTube → youtube.com/@APTaylorSwift Link Tree →linktr.ee/aptaylorswift Bookshop.org → bookshop.org/shop/apts Libro.fm →  tinyurl.com/aptslibro Contact us at aptaylorswift@gmail.com  Affiliate Codes:  Krowned Krystals - krownedkrystals.com use code APTS at checkout for 10% off!  Libro.fm - Looking for an audiobook? Check out our Libro.fm playlist and use code APTS30 for 30% off books found here tinyurl.com/aptslibro   This podcast is neither related to nor endorsed by Taylor Swift, her companies, or record labels. All opinions are our own. Intro music produced by Scott Zadig aka Scotty Z.

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 31: Dennis Fisher steps in for Ryan Naraine to moderate discussion on a very busy week in cybersecurity. The cast dig into the wave of big research reports, the disbanding of the Cyber Safety Review Board (CSRB), the ongoing flood of exploits targeting security appliances from Ivanti and SonicWall, and the recent Lumen research on Juniper router backdoors. Plus, the challenges of coordinating disclosures, the tough realities of intelligence work, and the complex landscape of nation-state attacks -- especially around Chinese threat actors and Western defenses. Cast: Juan Andres Guerrero-Saade (https://twitter.com/juanandres_gs), Costin Raiu (https://twitter.com/craiu) and Dennis Fisher. Ryan Naraine (https://twitter.com/ryanaraine) in on work travel.