Tay To Z: A Taylor Swift Podcast
197 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago -Hosts Devin and Gab chat about Taylor Swift's songs in alphabetical order. From "22" to "You're On Your Own Kid." New episodes every Tuesday! Come hang out!
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Tay to Z Episode 47: End Game
June 22, 2021 02:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode we chat about "End Game" from Taylor's album "reputation." We talk about the amazing collaboration with Future and Ed Sheeran, and how much we love the music video. Gossip Gab goes into how Taylor met Future, and how she was "almost" a part of Marvel's "Endgame." Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 46: Enchanted
June 15, 2021 02:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode we chat about "Enchanted" from Taylor's album "Speak Now." We talk about how much we love this song, and the "enchanted" experiences we have had. Gossip Gab goes into how the song came to be, and talks about a business venture Taylor got into! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 45: Dress
June 08, 2021 01:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode we chat about "Dress" from Taylor's album "reputation." We welcome back Taylor fashion expert Sarah "Taylor Swift Style" to the podcast! Gossip Gab goes into the details behind the song, and the interesting rumors surrounding it! Hosts: Devin and Gab Guest: Sarah Laine Instagram: @taylorswiftstyled Blog: taylorswiftstyle.com Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 44: dorothea
June 01, 2021 02:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode we talk about "dorothea" from Taylor's 9th album "evermore." We chat about how we relate to the song and how catchy it is! Gossip Gab goes into who this song might be about, and we learn what Selena Gomez's favorite movie is! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 43: Don't You
May 27, 2021 19:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode we chat about "Don't You" from Taylor's album "Fearless: Taylor's Version." This is the second vault song we are covering! We talk about how much we love this "sad bop" and Gossip Gab chats about the pre-release of "Fearless: Taylor's Version" and all of the Easter Eggs! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 42: Bye Bye Baby
May 25, 2021 02:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode we chat about "Bye Bye Baby" from Taylor's newest album "Fearless: Taylor's Version." This is the first "From the Vault" song we are covering! We talk about what we think about it, and how we can relate. Gossip Gab goes into what was behind the making of "Taylor's Version" and how important it is for her to own her work. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 41: Don't Blame Me
May 18, 2021 02:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode we chat about "Don't Blame Me" from Taylor's album "reputation." We talk about how Taylor brings us to church on this song. "Gossip Gab" goes into how this song walks the line of how the media portrayed Taylor, and how she actually saw herself. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 40: Delicate
May 11, 2021 02:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "Delicate" from Taylor's album "reputation." We talk about how much we like the song, and how much we relate to it. We talk about the amazing music video, and Gossip Gab goes into the background of the song and why Taylor wanted to write it! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 39: Death By A Thousand Cuts
May 04, 2021 02:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBIn this episode we chat about "Death By A Thousand Cuts" from Taylor's studio album "Lover." We welcome guest Brittany Perlmuter to the podcast to nerd out with us on this song. "Gossip Gab" goes into the movie that this song is based on, and we all agree that this song is SO GOOD. Hosts: Devin and Gab Guest: Brittany Perlmuter Instagram: @bperlmuter Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 38: Dear John
April 27, 2021 02:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode we chat about "Dear John" from Taylor's third studio album "Speak Now." We welcome guest Sarah of "Taylor Swift Style" to join us in the discussion! We go into the background of this song, how it makes us feel, and just how iconic of a "Track 5" it is. Hosts: Devin and Gab Guest: Sarah Laine Instagram: @taylorswiftstyled Blog: taylorswiftstyle.com Twitter: @tswiftstyle Patreon: Patreon.com/taylorswiftstyle Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: De...
Tay to Z Episode 37: Daylight
April 20, 2021 02:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this episode we chat about "Daylight" from Taylor's seventh studio album "Lover." We talk about how much we love this song and how it makes us feel. Gossip Gab goes into the differences between this song and "RED," and we both refuse to let "Lover" fade away! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay To Z Episode 36: Dancing With Our Hands Tied
April 13, 2021 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode we talk about "Dancing With Our Hands Tied" from Taylor's album "reputation." We welcome guest Brianne Jones, one of Gab's best friends, to chat about this underrated gem of a song. Gossip Gab goes into the origins of this song and we talk about the deep emotion and vulnerability behind the entire "reputation" album. Hosts: Devin and Gab Guest: Brianne Jones Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson ...
Tay to Z Episode 35: Cruel Summer
April 06, 2021 02:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode we talk about "Cruel Summer" from Taylor's album "Lover." We chat about how much we love this song, and the tragedy that there is not music video for it! Gossip Gab goes more in depth into the beginning of Taylor and Joe's relationship, and we talk about one of the best bridges of all time. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 34: Crazier
March 30, 2021 02:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "Crazier" from "Hannah Montana: The Movie." We talk about how much we love the meaning behind this song, and reminisce a little about young love. "Gossip Gab" dives into the "Hannah Montana" movie while trying to get Devin to watch it. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 33: cowboy like me
March 23, 2021 02:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode we talk about "cowboy like me" from Taylor's newest album "evermore." We chat about how much we like the song and all of the vocal nuances in it. We also discover that neither of us are cowboys. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 32: Cornelia Street
March 16, 2021 02:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this episode we talk about "Cornelia Street" from Taylor's album "Lover." We chat about how much we love this song and what it means to us. Gossip Gab goes into the background of the apartment on Cornelia Street, and we say "SO GOOD" way too many times. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 31: coney island
March 09, 2021 02:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "coney island" from Taylor's newest album "evermore." We go into the lyrics and story, and how amazing the musicianship on this song is. Gossip Gab delves into theories about different lyrics in the bridge, and we talk about our personal experiences with Coney Island. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 30: Come In With The Rain
March 02, 2021 03:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "Come In With The Rain" from Taylor's "Fearless: Platinum Edition." We talk about the similarities to other songs on the album, and how much Devin does NOT want the window open during a rainstorm. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 29: Come Back...Be Here
February 22, 2021 23:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode we chat about "Come Back...Be Here" from Taylor's album "RED: Deluxe Edition." We talk about what we like about the song, and how we can't wait to hear how it will sound on Taylor's re-records! Gossip Gab goes into who this song might be about! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 28: Cold As You
February 16, 2021 03:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode we chat about "Cold As You" from Taylor Swift's debut album. We talk about the meaning of the song and how it has some of Taylor's best lyrics in it. Also, Gossip Gab discusses the origins of Taylor's "Track 5's." Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 27: closure
February 09, 2021 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "closure" from Taylor's newest album "evermore." We talk about how cool it has been for Taylor to experiment with the "alternative" genre, and Gossip Gab goes deep into the drama behind Taylor's masters. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 26: Clean
February 02, 2021 03:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this episode we chat about "Clean" from Taylor's album "1989." We welcome guest Laura Cornachio to the podcast, and talk about how much we love this song. Gossip Gab goes into the background of this song, and why Taylor wrote it. Hosts: Devin and Gab Special Guest: Laura Cornachio Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 25: Change
January 26, 2021 03:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this episode we chat about "Change" from Taylor's album "Fearless." We talk about our different takes on the song, and Gossip Gab goes into the background of it and how it was written for the Summer Olympics! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 24: champagne problems
January 19, 2021 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this episode we chat about "champagne problems" from Taylor's newest album "evermore." We talk about the meaning of the phrase, and how we relate to it. Gossip Gab goes into some cool takes on some lines from the song, and we lament the waste of a good bottle of Dom Perignon. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 23: cardigan
January 12, 2021 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this episode we chat about Taylor's song "cardigan" from her album "folklore!" We talk about how much we love this song and its music video, and Gossip Gab finishes up the final chapter of the "teenage lover triangle!" Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 22: Call It What You Want
January 05, 2021 03:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this episode we chat about "Call It What You Want" from Taylor's album "reputation." We talk about how much we love this song and relate to it, and Gossip Gab goes into the drama behind the creation of "reputation" and the "Taylor Swift Is Over Party." Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 21: Holiday Special!
December 25, 2020 03:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this episode we chat about Taylor's three original Christmas songs!! We discuss "Christmas Must Be Something More," "Christmases When You Were Mine," and "Christmas Tree Farm!" We talk about each one and share our thoughts, and we go into how much we love the Holiday Season and Christmas music!!! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 20: Breathe
December 22, 2020 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this episode we dive into Taylor's song "Breathe" from her second album "Fearless." We discuss the song and what we think of it, and Gossip Gab goes into the collaboration with Colbie Caillat Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 19: Both Of Us
December 15, 2020 03:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBIn this episode we chat about B.O.B's song "Both of Us" from his album "Strange Clouds." Taylor is a co-writer and performer on the song, so it is part of this Podcast journey! We chat about the meaning of the song and its relevance to today's social climate, and Gossip Gab goes into how the song got started! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 18: Blank Space
December 08, 2020 03:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIn this episode we talk about Taylor's song "Blank Space" from the album "1989." We chat about the amazing music video and how we relate to the song. We also welcome our first guest, Gina Doherty, one of Gab's best friends and a diehard Swiftie! Hosts: Devin and Gab Guest: Gina Doherty Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 17: betty
December 01, 2020 03:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "betty" from Taylor's album "folklore." We chat about the meaning behind the song and how much we love it. Also, Gossip Gab goes into more of the "teenage lover triangle" of betty, cardigan, and august. Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 16: Better Than Revenge
November 24, 2020 03:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "Better Than Revenge" from Taylor's album "Speak Now." We talk about the punk rock vibe of the song and how it is an amazingly written revenge song. Gossip Gab dives into the backstory of the song and how it hasn't really aged well. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 15: Best Days of Your Life
November 17, 2020 03:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode we chat about "Best Days of Your Life" by Kellie Pickler. We talk about the song and what we like about it, as well as the wacky music video! We also discuss Taylor and Kellie's friendship and how they came about the idea for the song! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song; Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 14: Begin Again
November 10, 2020 03:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode we chat about the hit song "Begin Again" from Taylor's fourth album "RED." We talk about how much we relate to the song, and how important it is to keep giving love a chance. We also discuss the music video, and how it is a love letter to Paris! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 13: Beautiful Ghosts
November 02, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode we talk about "Beautiful Ghosts" from the "CATS" motion picture album. We discuss the song and its use in the movie, and we go into everything CATS! We also talk about the movie, and our thoughts on it! Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 12: Beautiful Eyes
October 27, 2020 02:00 - 14 minutes - 9.67 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "Beautiful Eyes" from the EP of the same name. We talk about Taylor's start, our own beautiful eyes, and Gossip Gab goes into the EP and why she released it! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 11- Bad Blood
October 20, 2020 02:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode we chat about Taylor's song "Bad Blood" from the "1989" album. We go into the music video and the potpourri of Taylor's besties who are in it. Gossip Gab dives into the meaning of the song, and the friendship between Taylor and Katy Perry. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 10: Back To December
October 13, 2020 02:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBIn this episode we talk about "Back to December" from Taylor's album "Speak Now." We go into the meaning of the song and what we think about the music video. Also, Gossip Gab discusses Taylor's relationship with Taylor... Lautner, and how he seems like a pretty nice guy. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Opening Theme: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 9: Babe
October 06, 2020 02:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode we discuss the song "Babe" from Sugarland's album "Bigger." This is the first song we will cover that is written by Taylor Swift, but performed on another artist's album. We also discuss the amazing music video, and talk about one of the greatest Taylor Swift bridges of all time! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay To Z Episode 8: august
September 29, 2020 02:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode we chat about the song "august" from Taylor's newest album "folklore". We also talk about summer love and Gossip Gab gets into the lover triangle of Betty, James, and August! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 7: All You Had to Do Was Stay
September 22, 2020 02:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this episode we talk about the song "All You Had to Do Was Stay" from the 1989 album. We also chat about how we relate to the song, and Gossip Gab goes into the digital booklet Easter eggs! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay To Z Episode 6: All Too Well
September 15, 2020 02:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBIn this episode, we chat about one of Taylor's most iconic songs, "All Too Well" from "Red." We go in depth about the lyrics and their meanings. We also talk about how this song has changed for her and how much this song has affected her listeners. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 5: Afterglow
September 08, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this episode we discuss the song "Afterglow" from the "Lover" album. We also talk about how we relate to the song and discuss how important it is to fight for what you love. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Devin Johnson and Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 4: A Place in This World
September 01, 2020 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBIn this episode we talk about "A Place in this World " from the Taylor Swift album. We also reflect on a time when we didn't know our place yet, and how we found it! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay to Z Episode 3- A Perfectly Good Heart
August 25, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.71 MBIn this episode, we chat about "A Perfectly Good Heart" from the Taylor Swift album. We also go into our first "perfectly good heartbreaks" and how we wish we had this song when they happened. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Peter Leigh-Nilsen Theme Song: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay To Z Episode 2: 22
August 20, 2020 17:00 - 14 minutes - 9.93 MBIn this episode we talk about Taylor's hit song "22" from her album "Red." We also talk about what life was like when we were 22, and how we had no idea what we were doing! Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Peter Leigh-Nilsen Opening Theme: Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, Eric Johnson Support the Show.
Tay To Z Episode 1: Introduction
August 20, 2020 03:00 - 6 minutes - 4.28 MBIn our intro episode of "Tay to Z," we talk about our idea for a podcast, and share our stories of when we became Taylor Swift fans for the first time. Hosts: Devin and Gab Sound Design: Peter Leigh-Nilsen Opening theme song by Devin Johnson, Peter Leigh-Nilsen, and Eric Johnson. Support the Show.