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In the age of social media and wellness trends, the comments section is as good as a cult compound, says linguist and cultural commentator Amanda Montell. Using Taylor Swift's throng of devoted Swifties as her guide, she exposes three sneaky language tactics that cults use to influence us (for better or for worse), revealing why none of us are as cult-proof as we'd like to think.(Following the talk, Elise Hu, host of TED Talks Daily, interviews Montell on parasocial relationships and how to have productive conversations with cult members by recognizing their humanity.)Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Timothée Chalamet vs Opera and Ballet, Dak Prescott breakup theories, Liza Minnelli is out of it, Richie Sambora needs help, Jack White attack by Swifties, Alexander brothers guilty of rape, and Teen Takeovers. Rock & Brews is getting ready to open up in Royal Oak. Check out their upcoming concerts. Nino Brown Sports breaks down the separation of Dak Prescott and Sarah Jane Ramos. The NY Post has their own theory. Timothée Chalamet hates ballet and opera. He correctly calls them dying arts. Some people are cracking down on him, but Drew believes it's an Oscar smear campaign. Marc really wants the rest of the show to watch War Machine. Liza Minnelli looks great on her book tour. Totally lucid too. Music: Jack White popped off on the Taylor Swift method. Gene Simmons is sick and tired of celebrities lecturing the public. Jello Biafra of the Dead Kennedys suffered a stroke. Long-lost George Michael film and album are set to be released. “Daryl Hall needs to retire.” We check out Richie Sambora on The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan. The girl who shot up Rihanna's house is crazy. Rihanna has a five-head. Clavicular (Braden Peters) is the king of looksmaxxing. Gen Z men want submissive women. The creepy Alexander brothers have been found GUILTY of sex trafficking and rape. Criss Angel is being sued by an audience member who just wanted to text his mom. The Red Wings' Dylan Larkin is hurt. Love Story remains a must-watch. JFK Jr. once saved Daryl Hannah from Jackson Browne… and then nailed her. ‘Teen Takeovers' are running amok. Murderer Chris Watts was over the moon for Nichol Kessinger and her smoking hot body. Drew is upset with the loss of the penny and the practice of 'rounding-up'. Britney Spears' mugshot is too important for you to see. She is still fuming at her father. NYC IEDs: NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards has entered meme-level fame. The perpetrators are incredibly young. Jeffrey Epstein's ranch is FINALLY searched. Slow down. Jim's Picks will be bright tomorrow. Merch is still available. Buy it before it's gone. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon)

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 unforgettable songs. The conversation quickly turns a little judgemental as the hosts debate lyricism, nostalgia, Eras Tour moments, storytelling, and production while trying to decide which track deserves the top spot. Along the way, the 13 Podcast dives into: • Why Track 2 placements are intentional in Taylor's albums• The surprising connections between songs like “Red” and “Maroon”• How The Eras Tour changed the way fans experience songs like Cruel Summer and champagne problems• Which songs spark the most Swiftie nostalgia from Taylor's early eras  With songs from every era — Debut, Fearless, Speak Now, Red, 1989, Reputation, Lover, folklore, evermore, Midnights, The Tortured Poets Department, and The Life of a Showgirl — the hosts attempt to settle one of the biggest Swiftie debates. Listen in and tell us: Which Taylor Swift Track 2 would YOU rank #1?  Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive  Lobster Lounge: station.page/13  Contact the Podcast  Voicemail: (689) 214-1313  Email:  the13podcast@gmail.com  Instagram: @the13podcast  TikTok: @the13podcast  Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast  YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast  Follow the Hosts  Ana – @anaszabo13  Lacey – @laceygee13  Amy – @amysnichols  Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Andy, Stu, and Ed dive head‑first into the chaos of Netflix's ever‑growing cancellation problem - what is driving it, who it hurts, and why it keeps happening. Then, in the Short Short Film Film Review, the trio takes a surprising detour into the world of Swifties as they break down I Talked to 50 Dads at the Eras Tour (2024), a bite‑sized documentary with big dad‑energy and a little bit of Taylor Swifft. And finally, the Cruise cruise rolls on with a look at 1983's All the Right Moves, where a young Tom Cruise tries to escape small‑town gravity with football, ambition, and a whole lot of intensity.Another packed episode full of deep dives, questionable opinions, and the usual nonsense.

Wie dacht dat alle malaise in het Midden-Oosten wel was ingeprijsd, komt van een koude kermis thuis: energieprijzen stijgen door vandaag, en beleggers doen de verliezen van vorige week nog eens dunnetjes over. Volgens analisten lijkt de bodem bovendien nog niet in zicht. Hoe ver die nog rijkt, en of de oliereserves van 32 landen die nog kunnen stutten, gaan we deze aflevering bespreken. Daarin hoor je ook over ING, want de bank is nog steeds niet weg uit Rusland. Ze willen wel, maar het Kremlin werkt ze tegen. ING is namelijk een van de laatste portalen tussen Rusland en het economische verkeer in de rest van de wereld. Tegenwerking of niet: de bank verdient ook nog fors aan Rusland, al kunnen ze daar volgens ING zelf helemaal niks aan doen. En het kabinet moet op zoek naar een nieuwe uitwerking van de nieuwe box-3-regels. Misschien is dat een belletje waard naar voormalig ASML-ceo Peter Wennink. Die heeft wel een alternatief klaarliggen, dat óók de Nederlandse techsector aan een impuls kan helpen. Hoor je ook nog: Waarom Novo Nordisk de strijdbijl met zijn aartsvijand begraaft Hoe Prosus straks mogelijk een belang krijgt in de nieuwe combinatie van Paramount en Warner Brothers De moeder van Ticketmaster, dat mag jou blijven afzetten met dure concertkaartjes, tot vreugde van beleggers Waarom president Trump ruzie heeft met Ash en Pikachu Te gast: Wilbert Aarts van Bond Capital Partners BNR Beurs is een journalistiek onafhankelijke productie, mede mogelijk gemaakt door Saxo. Over de makers: Jelle Maasbach is presentator van BNR Beurs en freelance financieel journalist. Zijn favoriete aandeel om over te praten is Disney, maar daar lijkt hij de enige in te zijn. Sinds de eerste uitzending van BNR Beurs is 'ie er bij. Maxim van Mil is presentator van BNR Beurs en journalist bij BNR, waar hij zich focust op de financiële markten en ontwikkelingen in de tech-wereld. Je krijgt hem het meest enthousiast als hij kan praten over ASML, of oer-Hollandse bedrijven zoals Ahold of ABN Amro. Jorik Simonides is presentator van BNR Beurs, economieredacteur en verslaggever bij BNR. Hij wordt er vooral blij van als het een keer níet over AI gaat. Milou Brand is presentator van BNR Beurs, freelance podcastmaker en columnist bij het Financieele Dagblad. Jochem Visser is presentator van BNR Beurs, maakt Beursnerd XL en is redacteur bij BNR Zakendoen en de podcast Onder Curatoren. Vraag hem naar obscure zaken op financiële markten en hij vertelt je waarom het eigenlijk nóg leuker is dan je al dacht. Over de podcast: Met BNR Beurs ga je altijd voorbereid de nieuwe beursdag in. We praten je in een kleine 25 minuten bij over alle laatste ontwikkelingen op de handelsvloer. We blijven niet alleen bij de AEX of Wall Street, maar vertellen je ook waar nog meer kansen liggen. En we houden het niet bij de cijfers, maar zoeken ook iedere dag voor je naar duiding van scherpe gasten en experts. Of je nu een ervaren belegger bent of net begint met je eerste stappen op de beurs, de podcast biedt waardevolle inzichten voor je beleggingsstrategie. Door de focus op zowel de korte termijn als de lange termijn, helpt BNR Beurs luisteraars om de ruis van de markt te scheiden van de essentie. Van Musk tot Microsoft en van Ahold tot ASML. Wij vertellen je wat beleggers bezighoudt, wie de markten in beweging zet en wat dat betekent voor jouw beleggingsportefeuille.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A fortnight ago, we spoke about if Taylor could ever give Joe peace in the third installment of the Joe Alwyn Muses miniseries. And in 2020, Taylor Swift shocked the world when she surprise dropped her 8th studio album, ‘folklore'. While most were shocked because the record came out of nowhere (less than a year after ‘Lover', we might add), many Swifties were outright gagged that Taylor opened an album during the supposed Lover Era with a song about yearning for a past fling! In today's episode, Dani & Olivia continue the Music Behind the Muse miniseries to break down each track from ‘folklore' to look for “Joefluence.” So what do you think- how much of this fantastical album was rooted in real-life experiences from our girl? Did this album show cracks in the glass, as it were? Tune in to hear us shake it all out! Subscribe to our new Patreon for behind the scenes content, citations, videos, live streams, and more! Here is our FREE TO ALL bonus episode on Patreon, regarding Taylor's silence on current political issues. Head to our website, www.TaylearningPodcast.com/merch, and get yourself some new wearable merch! Instagram: @Taylearning_Podcast, @danielle_winchester, @olivia_kotarski TikTok/Bluesky: @TaylearningPodcast Twitter (X): @Taylearning Email: taylearningpodcast@gmail.com Website: www.TaylearningPodcast.com Spotify Playlist: Click here! *Explicit: Language Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Figgy's Mixtape featuring the word “Swiftie” officially being added to the dictionary, the ongoing back-and-forth between Zion Williamson and the Pelicans with Stephen A. Smith weighing in, and more wild stories making the rounds.

The rumour mill has been in overdrive and now Selena Gomez has finally addressed the speculation surrounding her friendship with Taylor Swift. Is one of Tay Tay's songs written about Selina? Is this the confirmation Swifties have been waiting for or is there more to the story? Either way, this is the pop culture moment everyone is talking about.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thronis. Fast ein Jahr mussten wir uns von der medialen Berichterstattung über unsere Folge mit Andreas Glarner erholen. Und ihr habt natürlich recht. Wir brauchen endlich eine Stimme der Gegenseite. & WE DELIVERED! Auf dem Thron nimmt diese Woche die meist gewählteste SP-Nationalrätin ever Platz: die schlagfertige Jacqueline (Badass) Badran. Wir sagen euch ehrlich, sie hat uns nicht glimpflich davonkommen lassen. Mit Aussagen wie «Das ist doch Bullshit» wird klar: Badran hat wenig Interesse an neo-feministischen Gesprächen über Brüste, “Fake Communities” wie Swifties und Hyper-Individualisierung, die durch die Sozialen Medien angetrieben werden. Wohnpolitik, der Boden und die damit verbundene Freiheit bleiben nach wie vor die Spezialgebiete der Zürcherin. Die Nationalrätin zeigt sich uns Thronis aber auch von einer weicheren, verspielten Seite. Etwa, wenn sie über ihren Lieblingsmenschen, Ehemann Victor, spricht. «Makataaaaaa», der Aufruf zum Abendessen, sei Teil ihrer geheimen Babysprache - inspiriert von den gelben Minions. Hört rein, lernt was und damit trägt ihr schon einen tollen Beitrag zur Meinungsbildung bei! ❤️ Falls ihr noch nicht NEIN gestimmt habt zur SRG-Halbierungsinitiative dann erfährt ihr ab Minute 67 warum das unglaublich wichtig ist! Diese Folge wurde präsentiert vom Shoppi Tivoli. Falls ihr uns mal sucht, ihr findet uns mit hoher Wahrscheinlichkeit dort, irgendwo hinter einem Fake Tan Regal vermutlich. Vielleicht sehen wir uns auch am 06. März an den Shoppi Tivoli Podcast Nights. Alle Infos findet ihr hier: https://www.shoppitivoli.ch/

Buckle in, Swifties! Today, we're going deep into the lore surrounding Taylor's most Reputation-esque track on The Life Of A Showgirl… CANCELLED! That means Laura and Sara have prepped a whole segment unpacking the drama surrounding Blake Lively, and how Taylor keeps her female friendships close, even through public scrutiny and dogpiling. This one is a BIG one… enjoy!Chapters(00:00) Introduction(00:44) What's On Our Plates(12:45) Taylor Updates: A Rundown of Blake & Taylor's Text Messages and Legal Complications With "It Ends With Us"(45:05) Introducing "CANCELLED!" (49:27) Personal Associations With The Song(53:02) Folk"lore" of The Song(01:03:06) Verse 1: Descending Into Taylor's "Underworld," Cancel Culture Waiting To Take A Woman Down(01:06:49) Pre-Chorus 1: Sarcastic Commentary On Reasons Cancellations Happen & MacBeth References(01:10:23) Chorus 1: Tongue and Cheek Love For Friendship Embroiled In Scandal, Thorny Flowers Lore, Scar References In Past Music(01:18:21) Verse 2: Real Friends Stick Around, Mob Mentality(01:20:42) Pre-Chorus 2: Musical Theater-Esque Vibes, Tiny Violin Reference From Texts(01:29:50) Bridge: Horror Movie Instrumentation, Friendship Goes Beyond Public Perception(01:36:02) Chorus 3 & Outro: Infamy Loves Company, Max Martin Adlibs(01:40:51) Music Theory Analysis: Creepy Builds, Broadway and Rock Elements, Musical Mode(01:43:00) Favorite Lyrics & Rating(01:44:27) This Song As A Recipe(01:46:24) Signing Off!(01:48:49) Patreon PreviewSUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We'd be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community!Links ReferencedCandied Cheez-its RecipePistachio and Ricotta Swirl Cake Recipe (Reddit recipe)A Full Timeline Of Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni's ‘It Ends With Us' Feud In Court, Online & In The MediaI Read Taylor Swift's Texts with Blake Lively — And You Can TooTaylor Swift Wants to 'Stay Away from the Drama' After Her Texts with Blake Lively Are UnsealedJenny Slate's "Damning" Comments About Justin Baldoni Have Been RevealedSagittarius Whisky Sour RecipePlease make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you'd like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms:email blankplatepod@gmail.comleave a voicemail at (717) 382-831Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas)YouTubeInstagramTikTokYou can also follow Sara and Laura individually:• Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: InstagramListen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

Today we've got "yearning" in cravats, a major win for the Swifties, and some very cozy Beverly Hills strolls with our favorite Internet Daddy. ☕ We have a TEASER for Dolly Alderton’s Pride and Prejudice ☕ Aimee Lou Wood takes on the lead in a new Succession-penned Jane Eyre ☕ Tributes pour in for Lizzie McGuire star Robert Carradine ☕ Taylor Swift breaks a 12-year record ☕ Pedro Pascal fuels romance rumors with an affectionate outing in LA THE END BITSOnce you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Find our new Bridgerton podcast in the Watch Party feed on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our resident Swiftie, Anna, is over the moon as we chat with Julianne Griffin, founder of Swift Steps, a recovery community for sober Swifties. We talk about what music, and Taylor's music in particular, means to us in recovery and the power of a supportive community in staying sober.Find Swift Steps:www.swiftsteps.orgPrivate FB GroupFacebookInstagramYouTubeTikTokCheck out all things Lisa and all things Anna.

Agentic AI is coming. Are defenders ready?Alon Schindel, Director of Data & Threat Research at Wiz, joins Eden and Amitai for the Season 3 Finale. This isn't just a recap. It is a look at how top-tier research teams operate at speed. Alon explains why Wiz treats research as a "product" rather than a support function. He details the "DeepLeak" discovery where his team found thousands of exposed API keys mere hours after a platform's popularity spiked.What's Inside:Agentic AI: Why 2026 will be the year AI starts taking action, not just chatting.Speed as a Weapon: How to shorten the time between a zero-day and a detection.Culture: The power of the "Table" and collaborative chaos.Retrospective: Lessons from IngressNightmare and the year in vulnerabilities.Resources:Read the DeepLeak Research: https://www.wiz.io/blog/wiz-research-uncovers-exposed-deepseek-database-leakWiz Threat Research Hub: https://www.wiz.io/research

The confetti has settled on Super Bowl 60, the game was… fine, and once again America proved that we mostly tuned in for commercials and vibes. On today's episode of The Rizzuto Show, your favorite daily comedy show digs into which Super Bowl ads actually worked, which ones emotionally manipulated us, and which ones made us wonder if we're already living in a low-budget sci-fi nightmare.NBC charged advertisers up to $10 million for 30 seconds, so naturally we break down whether that money actually paid off. The surprise winner wasn't the celebrity-packed chaos you'd expect — it was the emotional NFL “thank your coach” tearjerker that somehow made grown adults feel things during nachos. Meanwhile, Amazon's Ring ad about reuniting lost dogs using AI surveillance cameras sparked a very different reaction… because nothing says “heartwarming” like realizing your neighborhood might already be a surveillance state.We debate whether this tech is genuinely helpful or quietly terrifying, how far facial recognition has already gone, and why people are suddenly side-eyeing Alexa like she's an undercover narc. Is it about lost dogs — or is it about tracking people? Asking for a friend.Then things spiral (as they do).Swifties activate after a Super Bowl ad pokes fun at celebrity exes, leading to a brutally honest conversation about hypocrisy, outrage marketing, and why rage-baiting the largest fanbase on the planet might actually be the point. We also hit on missing Super Bowl ads, local St. Louis frustrations, and why Missouri keeps getting TV shows that refuse to actually film here.The chaos doesn't stop there. We cover tragic celebrity news, weird industry beefs, musicians fighting over band names, management scandals, and the theory absolutely no one asked for — that Mary Poppins and Pennywise might be the same entity feeding on children's emotions. Yes, seriously.We wrap it all up with Metallica love, rock history anniversaries, birthday chaos, and the kind of off-the-rails conversations that make this daily comedy show exactly what it is: funny, unfiltered, occasionally unhinged, and somehow still informative.If you like comedy podcasts, celebrity news, weird tech anxiety, Super Bowl ads, pop culture arguments, and a group of people absolutely refusing to stay on topic — congratulations. You're home.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Taylor Swift fans will have to wait at least another year to see if their idol play the Superbowl Halftime show. Swifties were so sure this was gonna be a year, especially after Taylor was dropping references to this type of bread, Which is Known for being from the San Francisco area, which is where the game was also held.

(SPOILER) Your Daily Roundup covers Kat Izzo speaking more on Dale, Savannah from Survivor angering the Swifties, Love is Blind SPOILERS!, and yes, Mr. Roll is back in the news again.   Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: Tonal⁠ - $200 off your tonal purchase at ⁠https://tonal.com⁠ Promo Code:  RealitySteve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 album she'd relive for the first time, to top five albums right now, to which songs she skips (yes, it depends on the mood). She reflects on the magic of hearing Midnights for the first time, revisits beloved eras like Red, Speak Now, and 1989, and shares why The Tortured Poets Department continues to hit differently now that we're stepping into the Showgirl era. Ana also dives into: What newer Swifties may have missed pre-folklore Dream Taylor Swift music videos that never happened Songs she'd love to break down again Favorite non-Taylor artists she's listening to right now Whether live events are coming back (Swifties in the City fans, take note!) This solo bonus is equal parts Swiftie nostalgia, thoughtful reflection, and emotional connection, and it sets the stage perfectly for what's coming next as 13 begins its deep dive into The Life of a Showgirl, starting with Fate of Ophelia. Grab your cardigans, get cozy, and hang out with us—because even when plans change, the Swiftie community always shows up.  Stay warm, take care of yourselves, and we'll see you next week. This is a paid advertisement from BetterHelp. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at http://BetterHelp.com/TAYLORSWIFTFAN.  Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive  Lobster Lounge: station.page/13  Contact the Podcast  Voicemail: (689) 214-1313  Email: the13podcast@gmail.com  Instagram: @the13podcast  TikTok: @the13podcast  Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast  YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast  Follow the Hosts  Ana – @anaszabo13  Lacey – @laceygee13  Amy – @amysnichols  Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Maxi Schafroth: Unser Mann im Vatikan | Torsten Sträter: Vize-Ersatz-Pressesprecher von Friedrich Merz | Song zum Pflegenotstand: What shall we do ohne Krankenpfleger? | Wenn du bei Taylor Swift alles mitfilmst | Realer Irrsinn: Stadtmarketing geht in die Hose in Werdau - Christian Ehring zeigt ein Best-of der vergangenen Monate.

Maxi Schafroth: Unser Mann im Vatikan | Torsten Sträter: Vize-Ersatz-Pressesprecher von Friedrich Merz | Song zum Pflegenotstand: What shall we do ohne Krankenpfleger? | Wenn du bei Taylor Swift alles mitfilmst | Realer Irrsinn: Stadtmarketing geht in die Hose in Werdau - Christian Ehring zeigt ein Best-of der vergangenen Monate.

Buckle up Swifties, The Fan Girls are ready to dish and spill the tea on the epic Taylor Swift doc-u-series "End of an Era". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A bright blue guitar covered in orange koi fish vanished from a museum display … and Swifties immediately knew what it meant.That distinctive guitar—the one Taylor Swift used to record Speak Now—had been a gift. Hand crafted, by the founders of Taylor Guitars. When she brought it back on stage during her Eras tour, the fans went wild.In this episode, Bob Taylor and Kurt Listug tell the unlikely story behind one of the world's most respected acoustic guitar brands—how it grew from a tiny San Diego repair shop doing $30,000/year into a global business with nine-figure revenue. And how it survived every challenge that should've ended it: a distributor deal that didn't add up, a brutal market crash in the disco era, and such slow growth that—five years into the business—the founders could barely pay themselves a salary ($15/week).It's a story about serendipity, obsession, and the quiet power of a partnership where each person knows their lane—Bob with relentless craftsmanship, Kurt with the discipline to turn it into a massive business.Plus: the purple 12-string featured in Prince's “Raspberry Beret” … the MTV Unplugged boom that boosted the business … and why the founders eventually chose to convert the business to 100% employee ownership.What you'll learn:The operating principle that changed Taylor's production: one finished guitar beats 10 half-finished onesHow to make a slow-growth business survivable (and why Bob saw it as “education”)How to recognize a bad distribution dealThe design innovations that drew musicians to Taylor guitarsWhy Bob got a call from Taylor Swift's dad when she was 14—and the iconic guitar her fans grew to loveHow the business managed demand shocks during COVIDWhy an ESOP can be a founder's best “succession plan” decisionWhat a great partnership looks like in practiceTimestamps:(Timecodes are approximate and may shift depending on platform.)00:06:39 – The high school moment: “I didn't have $175 … so I thought, I'll just make a guitar.”00:07:14 – The American Dream shop: the hippie setup that became a launchpad00:10:20 – The “baseball bat neck” problem with guitars—and Bob's happy-accident innovation00:11:59 – Buying the shop for $3,700 … then realizing it didn't include the name (or phone number)00:22:31 – The sentence that changed everything: “Would you rather have 10 half-done guitars or one done guitar?”00:26:28 – The distributor deal that ended in layoffs: good sell job, bad math, and what they learned00:38:30 – Buying out the third partner: why the business doubled when “the brakes were off”00:59:52 – Before Taylor Swift was Taylor Swift: a phone call from a proud dad, and a promotional concert that almost went unheard01:09:36 – The inflation economics of guitar building***Hey—want to be a guest on HIBT?If you're building a business, why not get advice from some of the greatest entrepreneurs on Earth?Every Thursday on the HIBT Advice Line, a previous HIBT guest helps new entrepreneurs work through the challenges they're facing right now. Advice that's smart, actionable, and absolutely free.Just call 1-800-433-1298, leave a message, and you may soon get guidance from someone who started where you did, and went on to build something massive.So—give us a call. We can't wait to hear what you're working on.***This episode was produced by Alex Cheng with music composed by Ramtin Arablouei. It was edited by Neva Grant with research help from Rommel Wood. Our engineers were Patrick Murray and Maggie Luthar.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

¡Bienvenidos al único programa que viaja para ver a sus artistas favoritos! ¡Esto es otro gran episodio de Bájale 2! No venimos a joder con las Swifties, todos sabemos que esas señoras son capaces de matar bebés por tan solo criticar a su ama. Lo que sí nos vamos a tripear es el hecho de que la versión Temu de Taylor llega a PR. Sí, se trata de Taylorville, una muchacha que se casó con un viejo millonario para poder costear su show de Temu, porque si yo quiero ver el Eras Tour, para que ver el original cuando tenga a una cuarentona haciendo lo mismo a mitad de precio. No se ofendan por lo que aquí hablamos, pero si te ofendes…¡Bájale 2! desde GW-Cinco Studio como parte de GW5 Network #tunuevatelevisión. Puedes ver toda la programación en www.gwcinco.com. síguenos en Instagram @gw_cincoPatreon:  patreon.com/bienabiertaspatreon.com/gw5networkpatreon.com/hablandopop

We’re right back into the Beckham family drama today, because after eldest son Brooklyn Beckham posted a series of scathing statements about his family, a number of sources have come forward. Mostly to explain what really happened during the ‘inappropriate’ mother and son dance (and we have a wild theory about this to share with you). Plus, the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni legal drama has ramped up with a number of legal documents containing scandalous emails and text messages between Hollywood A-listers (including Matt Damon and Ben Affleck) being leaked, and now we need to dissect their contents.Among the documents are also text messages between Taylor Swift and Blake Lively, including one heartbreaking text message exchange that signals the end of their friendship. THE END BITS The Spill has a new podcast thats devoted to TV bingeing! Our latest ep contains all the fan theories, cast reveals and easter eggs about the new series of Bridgerton to get up to date before Season 4 comes out. Listen now on Apple or Spotify or the Mamamia app. Support independent women's media We’re giving away a Your Reformer Pilates bed (worth $3,400) Subscribe to enter Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textTraitors E1,2 and 3-Coffins, Conga Lines, and Housewives BetrayalPodcast Summary – The Traitors Season 4: Episodes 1–3 ChaosThe season kicks off in full cinematic fashion as the cast arrives at the castle under cover of night in six Land Rover Defenders. Immediate Bravo energy explodes when Lisa Rinna and Dorinda Medley reunite with hugs, while everyone anxiously watches Alan Cumming select the Traitors based on reactions alone.

Today on the show, we connect with SCSU graduate and Minnesota girl Piper Shaw. Piper is a storyteller with cool features on her team in Seattle. She also does tremendous work as their sideline reporter. Swifties and slapshots today on Wooden Sticks.   Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/) & OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/)

Good morning, afternoon, and evening! Happy New Year… or maybe Happy 2 Year as in 2 weeks into this year. Look, the NYE hangover was rough. Instead of doing some self-reflection, Kaylie, Gibby, and Bodio are looking outward and criticizing recent trends across media that really grind their gears. Starting the year on the right foot is so 2025. In 2026, they're ready to be petty. Also included: Gibby angers the Swifties. Pray for him.Music used: Auld Lang Syne (SM64 Soundfont) by SM231Plus on YouTube

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Before Swift Clicks ever hit the shelves, the team at Make It Real was staring down the brutal math of the craft aisle: rising costs, shrinking margins, and kids who expect faster, cooler results than ever. So how did her team turn that pressure into a Creative Toy of the Year finalist bracelet maker that Swifties can't stop talking about?In this episode of Making It in the Toy Industry, I sit down with Gena Lavallee, VP of Global Brands at Make It Real, to reveal the story behind Swift Clicks, the Make It Real Heishi Bracelet Maker. From the “clicky pen” inspiration to the clever refill system, hidden funnel, built-in storage, lefty/righty-friendly design, and even how to actually tie a jeweler's knot, you'll hear how Gena's team transformed a slow, fiddly craft into a fast, inclusive, and insanely satisfying play experience.In this episode, you'll learn:How Make It Real reinvented a classic bracelet-making play pattern to prioritize speed, ease, and fashion-forward resultsWhy the team designed Swift Clicks to work for both right-handed and left-handed makersThe “razor and razor blade” strategy behind refills—and how Make It Real solved the refill placement problem at retailThe smart hidden features inside the product—funnel, aligning tool, built-in storage, and more—that most consumers never noticeHow Swiftie culture, influencer content, and viral videos helped turn Swift Clicks into a breakout hitWhat today's craft brands can learn about pricing, margins, and marketing in a tough category

GET TICKETS TO THE SNERAS TOUR AUSTRALIA: https://www.evolutionofasnake.comWelcome to the very first episode of our End of an Era RECAPs! Taylor Swift said, "Let me put my boots on and deliver the content," so we're doing the same. In these recaps, we cover, scene by scene, our thoughts on what transpired as veteran Swifties with plenty of opinions. In today's episode, Welcome to the Eras Tour, there is Ticketmaster, Vienna, London, Ed Sheeran, and of course...MEREDITH MENTIONED. Enjoy! Episode 2 will be released on Tuesday, 22 December, before the holidays. JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/swiftologist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After years of fighting "the patriarchy," pop icon Taylor Swift is ready to settle down and start a family...and many of her fans are NOT happy. On this highly contentious episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we argue about whether Swift's turn to a family "era" is sincere or a publicity stunt--and why her liberal fans feel betrayed.

We talk about how music enhances our sobriety and what our playlists look like. We also talk about sober concerts we've loved. Live shows are a revelation, not just because we remember everything, but because we are present in the moment. To Anna, listening to Taylor Swift is the closest she's come to feeling high (watching The Eras tour movie made her understand why people do ayahuasca). Lisa talks about the Rolling Stones and Grateful Dead shows.   For all you Swifties, dig into Swift Steps.  Check out all things Lisa and all things Anna. 

The internet and social media have transformed the way in which we hear and understand music today—and online communities and platforms from YouTube to TikTok have changed how music circulates and ultimately goes viral. Why do some pop stars have more success creating hit songs and building online following than others?In this episode, we speak with Paula Clare Harper, a musicologist and assistant professor at the University of Chicago. Harper co-edited the book Taylor Swift: The Star, The Songs, The Fans, which explores the online musical cultures that produced and propelled the image of megastar Taylor Swift. Harper unpacks how gendered narratives around "the fangirl" continue to influence which musical practices we take seriously—and how studying music on the internet helps us understand contemporary cultural power. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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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 five-song lineup that they believe best represents Taylor's songwriting mastery — from lyrical gut-punches to iconic storytelling to pop perfection. And once someone chooses a song, it's off the table forever. Yes… feelings are hurt. Strategies crumble, and the TTPD gloves come off! Hear our passionate defenses, surprising picks, heated moments over a fan fav snack size song, and even a little friendly chaos over drafting order. We cover everything from classics like Our Song and You Belong With Me to deep-cut heartbreakers, folklore masterpieces, and songs that showcase her evolution from teenage prodigy to generational songwriter. We also ask: Which songs should represent Taylor's entire 20-year career? Which of her lyrics hit hardest for Songwriters Hall of Fame voters? And why didn't any of us pick something from a particular album… yet? Stick around to hear everyone's final five-song sets — and tell us yours! Subscribe, share your picks with us, and let's manifest Taylor becoming the youngest inductee ever.  Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive  Lobster Lounge: station.page/13  Contact the Podcast  Voicemail: (689) 214-1313  Email: the13podcast@gmail.com  Instagram: @the13podcast  TikTok: @the13podcast  Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast  YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast  Follow the Hosts  Ana – @anaszabo13  Lacey – @laceygee13  Amy – @amysnichols  Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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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 that tell you it's time to walk away… and why that act of leaving can be the bravest move you ever make. The 13 Podcast unpack the raw themes of betrayal, intuition, self-worth, and emotional awakening, exploring how this track ties together the Evermore universe — from shattered friendships to industry betrayal to the quiet voice inside that whispers, you know when it's time to go. We get into: The deeper meaning behind key lyrics and the “old familiar body ache” that signals personal awakening The rumored connection to Taylor's fallout with Karlie Kloss The emotional parallels to Better Man, Right Where You Left Me, and Tolerate It Taylor's powerful references to Big Machine, her masters, and reclaiming ownership of her art Why this song hits different when you're standing at a crossroads in your own life How this track serves as the perfect thematic finale for folklore + evermore Personal stories about real-life “time to go” moments — and how this song becomes the validation you didn't know you needed Plus: We talk about Swifties using Taylor's music to recognize their own turning points, share listener insights, and prepare for our Evermore rankings episode coming up next. If you love Evermore, emotional deep dives, hidden meanings, lyric symbolism, and conversations that go beyond the surface — this is one you don't want to miss.  Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive  Lobster Lounge: station.page/13  Contact the Podcast  Voicemail: (689) 214-1313  Email: the13podcast@gmail.com  Instagram: @the13podcast  TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast  Follow the Hosts  Ana – @anaszabo13  Lacey – @laceygee13  Amy – @amysnichols  Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices