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Nov 2023
27m 42s

Chatterbox #311 – The Taylor Swift effec...

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About this episode

In this episode, Andrew and Anna explore the ‘Taylor Swift effect,’ which refers to Taylor Swift’s influence on her fans and society in general. They discuss the impact of her work, her personality, and the factors contributing to her remarkable success. If you’re a Taylor Swift fan or simply want to learn more about her, give this episode a listen!

Fun facts

Did you know that you can now study Taylor Swift at universities? Some colleges and universities offer classes dedicated to analyzing her songs, influence, and impact on pop culture. Could you picture yourself majoring in the subject of Taylor Swift?

Expressions included in the study guide

  • To live under a rock
  • To relate to [someone/something]
  • The girl/boy next door
  • To hit in a different way
  • To hold [one’s cards close to [one’s] chest
  • To have a bone to pick

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