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Sep 2024
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When Lesley Stahl Met Taylor Swift | 60 ...

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When Taylor Swift was just 21 years old, she invited "60 Minutes" inside her home and on tour to see firsthand how she was revolutionizing the music business. Now, for the first time, hear previously unreleased audio from Lesley and her team's time with Swift on “60 Minutes: A Second Look”. As we take a "second look," these conversations help us better understand Swift's unbelievable career trajectory. Correspondent Lesley Stahl and producer Shari Finkelstein recollect spending time with the artist as she was still finding her voice and highlight moments that stood out in the original interview. Young Swift also delves into her songwriting process, common themes within her music, and the rationale behind her business decisions. Listen to new episodes of "60 Minutes: A Second Look" every Tuesday, wherever you get your podcasts.

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