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Sep 2025
53m 46s

The Secret Soundtrack to Taylor’s SHOWGI...

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JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/swiftologist   What does a showgirl sound like? 🎤✨ In this episode, we build the secret soundtrack to Taylor Swift’s upcoming Life of a Showgirl era. From deep cuts in her own discography to songs by other pop stars, we map out the moods, references, and sonic breadcrumbs that could shape the album. Is it cabaret ... Show More
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