We're 8 days out from the release of Taylor Swift's newest album, 'The Life of a Showgirl,' so it's time to work through some feelings. Nora and Nathan talk about all of the promo (or lack of) leading up to the release (1:00), how the success of this album might impact Swift's level of stardom (17:06), and all of their other final predictions for the record ... Show More
Aug 27
Ella Langley Dominates, Taylor Swift at the Grammy Museum, and Noah Kahan Vs. Stella Lefty
Nora and Nathan hit on a grab-bag of summer pop news, including Ella Langley's continued domination of the charts with her song "Choosing Texas" (1:45), Taylor Swift's Q&A and performance at the Grammy Museum (35:43), and Noah Kahan receiving a retroactive writing credit on the S ... Show More
1h 13m
Aug 20
'Lost Weekend' | Every Single Album: Phoebe Bridgers
After a six-year hiatus from solo music, Phoebe Bridgers is back with her third studio album, 'Lost Weekend.' Nora and Nathan talk about the raw and honest themes explored on this album, including mortality and fame (1:00); the who's who of the indie music scene that Bridgers pul ... Show More
1h 34m
Oct 2025
Episode 363: Pregame - Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl REACTION!
On this very special edition of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa, Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson — dive headfirst into the cultural moment that is Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl. From their favorite tracks to all the emotional lyrics, Erin and Charissa are g ... Show More
24m 14s
Oct 2022
Taylor Swift’s ‘Midnights’: Let’s Discuss
The blockbuster singer-songwriter’s 10th studio album finds her at a crossroads: Will she continue to reckon with her past, or forge another new path forward? Guests: Joe Coscarelli, Caryn Ganz, Jon Pareles and Lindsay Zoladz. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple P ... Show More
1h 7m
Apr 2024
Popcast (Deluxe): Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured’ Era
A discussion about the singer’s new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” Swift’s “imperial era,” the use of her rumored relationships and production choices. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podc ... Show More
1h 20m
Sep 2023
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Speed Round, Part 2
A conversation about Swift’s relationship to celebrity, the tour date as destination event and how fans dressed up for the show. Guests: Caryn Ganz, Vrinda Jagota and Josh Duboff. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via ... Show More
1h 15m