Further Explanation: The Taylor Swift Podcast

Easily offended Lover stans be warned. Our disdain for this album is no secret. Now get ready to understand why Lover will always fall to the bottom of our rankings. From the dazzling highs of 'Cruel Summer' to the cringe-worthy lows of ‘You Need to Calm Down', we're sharing our unfiltered takes on every song, daring to ask: where did it all go wrong? Why does Lover lack that special sauce that is innate to every other Taylor album? VIDEO EPISODES: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation⁠ Mentioned in the episode: Cali's Revised Lover Album Playlist⁠ Where to find us: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Threads⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠

What if we told you we're back? After a short hiatus, we are diving into your TTPD unpopular opinions. We defend Fortnight as the perfect lead single, discuss whether Taylor's releasing too much at once, and Ciah explains her mixed feelings for My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys. Plus, why Swifties should be grateful for the food we are given and stop complaining about track five placement! So join us, why don't you, for all this and more. VIDEO EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Where to find us: Instagram Threads Twitter

You've waited long enough, besties. Part 2 of our TTPD first review and breakdown is here! On the docket today: How does The Anthology fill in the cracks of The Tortured Poets Department narrative? Should Taylor have left some of these songs on the cutting room floor? And of course, a thorough discussion of our favorites. VIDEO EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Where to find us: Instagram Threads Twitter

Has the Eras Tour reached its final form? We're talking about the setlist changes to the Eras Tour, sharing our feelings on the newly added Tortured Poets Department set (the THEATRICS!), and waxing poetic on why this new addition to the show makes us nostalgic for album tours. Join the Patreon for video episodes: https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Where to find us: InstagramThreadsTwitter

We hereby conduct this review of The Tortured Poets Department, an album that sees Taylor shedding her previous skins to reveal raw honesty with a theatrical narrative. Gone are the days of hiding behind fictional characters; Swift now bares her soul in such an extreme and candid manner that decoding each lyric becomes a journey in itself. Join us as we dissect the album's themes, from the intricacies of morality in art to the wild west of Taylor's fame. Join the Patreon for video episodes: https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Mentioned in the episode: Ciah's TTPD movie list on LetterboxdCiah's album The Pink Room: Spotify | Apple Music Where to find us: InstagramThreadsTwitter

As the European leg of the Eras Tour swiftly approaches, we've decided to rank the setlist before any alterations are made. Through an analytical lens, we evaluate which eras resonate vibrantly on stage and which ones fall flat. Join us on a journey through Taylor's musical eras as we dissect the production elements, choreography highlights, and the pulse of each performance... VIDEO EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Where to find us: Instagram Threads Twitter

Happy Tortured Poets release month, Swifties! You asked us to share our TTPD predictions playlist, so we're here to deliver. Consider this your formal invitation to create your own Tortured Poets predictions playlist and kick off release week early with us. And stick around for the end as we rank the upcoming tracks based on nothing but vibes and Swiftie senses. All this and much more... Mentioned in this episode: Cali's Tortured Poets Predictions Playlist For video episodes and exclusive content, join our Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Where to find us: Instagram Threads Twitter

Your favorite sisters are back for a chatty catch-up episode to discuss the chaos that ensued on the Eras Tour when Taylor unleashed mashups on the Swiftie fandom. We're sharing our favorite combinations, the mashups we'd like to see next, and why Fifteen should have been replaced with a different song in the You're On Your Own, Kid mashup. For video episodes and exclusive content, join our Patreon Community https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Where to find us: Instagram Threads Twitter

For video episodes and exclusive content, join our Patreon Community https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Where to find us: Instagram Threads Twitter

Get settled in for a late night hang with your Swiftie Sisters as they attempt to guess each other's top 13 favorite Taylor Swift songs. Spoiler alert: this is the most fun we've had recording an episode. So join us, won't you? This episode is even better if you watch the video version. But how can I do that, you might be asking? Join us on the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Cali's top 13 Taylor songs playlist Ciah's top 13 Taylor songs playlist Where to find us: Instagram Threads Twitter

Honey we rose up from the dead, we do it all the time! Did you miss us? The Swiftie Sisters are back for season two and we're kicking things off with a slithering album breakdown. What makes the lyrical composition of this album so unique? Has hindsight changed how Taylor sees Reputation? Take a look beyond the snakes and strobe lights with us at Taylor's most candid and high octane pop album to date. Are you ready for it...? For video episodes and exclusive content, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FurtherExplanation Where to find us: Instagram Threads Twitter

The Swiftie Sisters sink their teeth into 1989 TV. First item on the agenda? Noticeable changes to the original tracks. What does this Taylor’s Version says about Taylor’s current intentions for the re-recording project. The icing on the cake: a track-by-track lyrical analysis of the vault. What do these songs being held back say about Taylor’s motivations at the time? How much did Taylor really change the production of the vault? And what song do we think came closest to making the album? Grab your favorite drink, cozy up, and let's take a deeper dive into the revealing 1989 vault... Join us on Patreon for video episodes and exclusive content here Cali's 1989 Era Playlist: Apple MusicSpotify Where else to find us: InstagramThreadsTwitter

It's the 1-year-anniversary of Further Explanation and to celebrate, The Swiftie Sisters are answering questions sent in by YOU, dear listener. We're sharing our honest and unfiltered thoughts on the re-recording process, who the contenders are for Taylor's best album, the closest we've been to meeting Taylor, and much more. This episode is a special gift to you: thank you for being here. Get yourself a little treat and settle in for a chat with your Swiftie Sisters. More 1989 episodes coming very soon... Cali's 1989 Era Playlist: Apple MusicSpotify Mentioned in this episode: Stream Ciah's album The Pink Room on SpotifyThe Pink Room moodboard playlistWildest Dreams (Live at the GRAMMY Museum)Red (Live at Harvery Mudd College)Begin Again (Live at Harvey Mudd College)Safe & Sound (Live with The Civil Wars) Where else to find us: InstagramThreadsTwitter

Welcome to the 1989 breakdown...it's been waiting for you! Join the Swiftie Sisters as they take a closer look at how 1989 transformed Taylor's songwriting identity, positioning her toward a more mature artistic path. They'll touch on the ways her pop craft has evolved since making her first pop album, where the 80s influence shows up on this record, and how 1989 forever changed the way Taylor made music. And of course, a track-by-track review of the best and the worst 1989 has to offer... Note from the hosts: We had a technical issue with one of the mics while recording part of this episode. The audio is still listenable, but if you prefer to skip it, fast forward to the 45 minute mark. It's less noticeable if you're able to listen to the first 45 minutes on a speaker rather than headphones. Thank you for understanding! Cali's 1989 Era Playlist: ⁠Apple Music⁠⁠Spotify⁠ Mentioned in this episode: Taylor's Nova Red Lounge PerformanceTaylor writing How You Get the Girl Where else to find us: InstagramThreadsTwitter

Get ready to join us in speculating about what hidden gems Taylor has in store for us from the 1989 vault. The Swiftie Sisters are making final predictions for the hotly anticipated 1989 vault tracks, discussing Taylor's curious transition from cityscapes to beach visuals, and sharing thoughts on the recently revealed front and back cover variants for 1989 (Taylor's Version). Cali's 1989 Era Playlist: Apple MusicSpotify Mentioned in this episode: The Hills by Ciah Fannin Where else to find us: InstagramThreadsTwitter

We're sharing our commentary on the 1989 music videos and all the drama and lore surrounding them. The Swiftie Sisters fathom a new interpretation of the ending of the Wildest Dreams video, share the way Taylor's acute awareness her public persona at the time influenced how she saw herself, and thus how it was reflected in this era's visuals, and recall the Blank Space video going over everyone's head. All this and much more... It's here, Swifties! Live it up: Cali's 1989 Era Playlist Where else to find us: InstagramThreadsTwitter

The Swiftie Sisters prelude the 1989 era by recapping the events of closing night in LA. The 1989 (Taylor's Version) album cover is reviewed and hotly debated, the crook who was caught returns to the scene of the crime, prophecies are made for the elusive vault that seems to be missing a track. Plus, has Taylor set a precedent of including her exes in re-recording projects? If so, in what capacity does Harry Styles belong on 1989 TV? All this and more! Where else to find us: ⁠InstagramThreadsTwitter

Welcome back to our discussion and exploration into the magical forest that is folklore. The Swiftie Sisters pick up the track-by-track where they left off with the last great american dynasty and consider how this song, as well as this album as a whole, is not about Taylor...while being all about Taylor. The Swiftie Sisters close out this album breakdown by reflecting on the moment in time this album came to us, how it impacted Taylor's art and the trajectory of her career, and so much more... Where else to find us: ⁠InstagramThreadsTwitter

Was folklore as fictional as Taylor led on? Is it a pandemic album, or just an album made in the pandemic? Tune in to part 1 of the folklore album breakdown as the Swiftie Sisters take a closer look at what inspired the first surprise drop, what it meant for Taylor as an artist to make something (seemingly) less confessional, and begin our track-by-track discussion. Are you ready to think about this album in a deeper way than you ever have before? Don't miss folklore part 2 out now! Where else to find us: InstagramThreadsTwitter

Drop everything NOW for our Speak Now (Taylor's Version) first impression. The Swiftie Sisters dive Speak Now TV, the changes Taylor made (looking at you, Better Than Revenge), and share initial feelings on the vault tracks: how they correlate to the concept of Speak Now and why they somewhat differ from the standard tracks. All this and much more... Mentioned in the episode: Archival 2010 Taylor Speak Now interviewCiah's album The Pink Room: Spotify | Apple MusicCiah's Speak Now era playlist Where else to find us: TwitterInstagram