Not a Swiftie? You Need to Calm Down: this episode is for you.

I'm joined by author, journalist & deputy editor of Pedestrian, Matt Galea. We break down Taylor Swift as a case study in modern artistry—her ability to turn the smallest details into epic emotions, reinvent herself through carefully crafted “eras,” and soundtrack our lives with songs that grow and change as we do.

In this conversation we explore:
✨ Why Taylor’s storytelling is her true superpower
✨ How her eras (1989, reputation, folklore) are a masterclass in reinvention
✨ The blurred line between PR myth and personal truth in pop culture
✨ Why queer fans connected to her long before rainbow anthems
✨ What Miss Americana revealed about politics, fame, and control
✨ And the one album you should start with if you’ve never really listened

Taylor may not be your diva yet—but by the end of this chat, you’ll see why she’s one of the defining icons of the 21st century.

📌 Subscribe for more diva devotion, queer cultural deep-dives, and conversations with creators who know that pop is never just pop.

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