Blank Plate: A Podcast for Swifties with an Appetite

• Clara Bow

  You… look… like… someone who’s not mentally prepared for this episode! Join Laura and Sara as they share a heartbreaking analysis of TTPD’s (technical) last track - “Clara Bow”! In this episode, Laura and Sara discuss how this song is one that ONLY could be written by Miss Swift. Her deep reflections on the music industry, femininity, hunger for fame and the repercussions of success hit deep. The girls call this “Nothing New” 2.0 and for good reason!Chapters(00:00) Intro & What's On Our Plates(07:21) Taylor News & Updates(17:11) Analyzing 'Clara Bow' and Its Significance(19:58) Folklore Of The Song: The Music Industry Machine, Illusion of Fame, Weight of Celebrity(31:33) Verse 1: The Original "It Girl," Earnest Hopes, "The Lucky One"(45:24) Chorus 1: "The Suits" Dialogue, The Cost of Fame(48:06) Verse 2: Stevie Nicks & Taylor's Friendship, Other Stevie Nicks Synchronicities, "Half Moonshine, Full Eclipse"(58:11) Chorus 2: Complexities of Success, The Crown Is Stained With...?(01:01:48) Bridge: No Quotation Marks, The Monster of Youth and Beauty, "Nothing New" Revisited(01:08:45) Verse 3/Outro: The Cycle of Fame Continues(01:16:01) Our Favorite Lyrics & Rating(01:19:32) This Song As A RecipeSUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community!Links ReferencedFortune FavorThere's Nothing Like This: The Strategic Genius of Taylor SwiftBurnt Honey Cornbread with Brown ButterBittersweet Chocolate CakePlease make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms:email [email protected] a voicemail at (717) 382-831Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas)YouTubeInstagramTikTokYou can also follow Sara and Laura individually:• Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: InstagramListen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

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• Fresh Out The Slammer

  In this episode of Blank Plate, Laura and Sara analyze the veryyyyy subtle, yet in-depth TEA spilled in “Fresh Out The Slammer.” Without overt explanation, this song gives us Swifties a real look into where Taylor was coming from when navigating her metaphorical imprisonment in her past relationship, the emotional journey of breaking free, the hopefulness of new beginnings, and the significance of public versus private life in the context of Taylor's experiences. The gals had a blast with this one!Chapters(00:00) Intro & What's On Our Plates(12:41) Taylor News & Updates(34:46) Folk"lore" of the Song: Hopeful Beginnings, Jail Metaphors, The "In Summation" Clue(44:16) Chorus 1: Newfound Freedom, Jail/Cage References from Reputation(47:55) Verse 1: Lyrical Ties To Joe, Deep Unhappiness, Unfinished Business or Paranoia(01:03:28) Chorus 2: Implied Interest(01:04:56) Verse 2: Aftermath of the Relationship Ending, Who Is The Baby?!, Regaining Sense Of Self, Long-Held Longings(01:17:36) Bridge & Outro: Porch Light, Cardigan & Peter Call Back, "So American" Reference(01:26:46) Our Favorite Lyrics & Rating(01:29:00) This Song As A Recipe(01:31:18) Signing Off & Patreon Preview!SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community!Links ReferencedLucy Dacus Confirms Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured Poets Department’ Lyric Is About Her: ‘She Texted Me and Asked for My Approval’Taylor Swift Is Reportedly Already Working On New MusicTaylor Swift Issues Cease & Desist Letter To Kanye WestChats & ReactsSweet Smoked Pork RibsSlowly Braised Lamb RaguPlease make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms:email [email protected] a voicemail at (717) 382-831Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas)YouTubeInstagramTikTokYou can also follow Sara and Laura individually:• Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: InstagramListen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

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• The Prophecy

  SummaryPrepare to be devastated. Today, Laura and Sara are discussing one of Taylor’s most raw and vulnerable songs to date… The Prophecy. With witchy thunderstorms rumbling in the background, the ladies delve into the emotional depths of the song’s lyrics, exploring themes of loneliness, vulnerability, and the complexities of Taylor enduring hope and desperation, despite her losses. They discuss the symbolism of kneeling, the desire for connection, and the weight of expectations in relationships. We love Taylor for her vulnerability, and this song is proof that Taylor’s raw tenderness puts her in a league of her own.Chapters(00:00) Introduction & What's On Our Plates(08:10) Taylor Updates!(18:09) Discussion on The Prophecy Song(23:51) The Folk"lore" Of This Song(30:42) Verse 1: "Full Throttle," The Burden of Success, Eve And Original Sin(40:06) Pre-Chorus 1: Desperation, Loneliness(43:24) Chorus 1: Prayer, Submissiveness, Begging and Predetermined Destiny(48:46) Verse 2: Tarot, Witchy Associations, The Fools Journey, Lost Trust(56:13) Chorus 2: Direct Requests, Desperation(57:48) Bridge: Emotional Depletion, Waning Strength(01:09:25) Chorus 3 & Post Chorus: History Repeating Itself( 01:15:19) Our Favorite Lyrics, Rating & This Song As A Recipe(01:20:15) Signing Off!SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community!Links ReferencedSelena & Benny’s “On Purpose” InterviewStars Around My Scars: The Annotated Poetry of Taylor SwiftClassic Old-Fashioned Candy ApplesSusumaniello Ruggero di BardoPlease make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms:email [email protected] a voicemail at (717) 382-831Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas)YouTubeInstagramTikTokYou can also follow Sara and Laura individually:• Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: InstagramListen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

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• The Black Dog

  Old habits die screaming… and Sara and Laura are BELTING out their mutual love for Taylor’s first track of TTPD’s Anthology. “The Black Dog” was an immediate hit for the ladies, so a deep dive into the song’s lore was well overdue! From a brief history of Swemo/ Taylor’s love for pop punk, unpacking The Starting Line’s implied hit, and allllllllllll the sleuthing to figure out what bar Taylor is referring to… we just don’t understand how anyone couldn’t LOVE this song! P.S. do you agree with Laura’s belief that this is a Matty song? CHIME IN!Chapters(00:00) Introduction to Blank Plate Podcast(01:20) What's On Our Plates!(11:01) Taylor News and Updates(18:47) "The Black Dog" Intro & Explaining Taylor's Pen Categories(25:09) Our Personal Associations With The Song(29:56) Folk"lore" of 'The Black Dog'(49:03) Verse 1(55:31) Chorus 1(01:03:17) Verse 2(01:10:11) Chorus 2(01:19:31) Bridge(01:27:51) Chorus 3(01:32:42) Music Theory Analysis(01:37:39) Favorite Lyrics and Ratings(01:41:55) This Song As A Recipe(01:43:29) Sign-Off!SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community!Links ReferencedWhat it’s like inside The Black Dog, the London pub made famous by Taylor SwiftElectric Lady Studios pap outfitsThe Black Dog Dolby Atmos StemsPlease make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms:email [email protected] a voicemail at (717) 382-831Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas)YouTubeInstagramTikTokYou can also follow Sara and Laura individually:• Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: InstagramListen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

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• I Look In People’s Windows (& Introducing Our Patreon!)

  It’s another Taylor “Christmas” song that will wreck you… today Laura & Sara are doing a deep dive on “I Look In People’s Windows.” Even though it’s Taylor’s shortest song to date, ILIPW has MANY Easter Eggs hidden inside its devastating lyrics (including one that relates to “Champagne Problems” that has the girls hooked!). It’s also a big day because the ladies announce the launch of their Patreon - where YOU can support the podcast and get monthly bonus content! Hear a sneak preview at the end of this episode.Chapters(00:00) Intro(01:05) What's On Our Plates(14:31) Announcing Our Patreon!(20:28) Taylor Updates(32:11) Analyzing 'I Look in People's Windows'(34:26) Our Initial Reactions(37:41) Folk"lore" Of The Song: 5 Theories?!?(43:38) Verse 1: "le petite morte," Champagne Problems connection(50:15) Pre-Chorus 1: Thesis Statement, Simplicity(51:58) Chorus 1: Simplistic Production, Tie-Back To "DBATC," "Midnight Rain," "Lover"(01:00:12) Verse 2: The Birds, Overthinking, Lack Of Closure(01:08:22) Pre-Chorus 2: The Ultimate OUCH(01:10:44) Chorus 2: Haunting Production Details, Visualizing This As A Music Video, Taylor Using Christmas As A Metaphor For Normalcy(01:18:39) Other Notes: Taylor's Shortest Song, A Bridge-less Taylor Song?(01:20:28) Our Favorite Lyrics & Rating(01:25:10) This Song As A Recipe(01:28:26) Signing Off!(01:30:57) Patreon Sneak Peak! Support Us On Patreon!SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community!Links ReferencedKylie Kelce Remarks On Taylor’s Funfetti PancakesExplaining The Copyright ConfusionOUR PATREON!Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms:email [email protected] a voicemail at (717) 382-831Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas)YouTubeInstagramTikTokYou can also follow Sara and Laura individually:• Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: InstagramListen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

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