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https://youtu.be/g380gz60XoY?si=VQqYcpoM52do4CDjIn this episode of "13," a Taylor Swift fan podcast hosted by Nick Adams, Anna Casier, Amy Nicholls, and Lacy G, the team enthusiastically discusses Taylor Swift's return to the stage in Mexico City, highlighting her first performance there since the Reputation tour. They delve into the excitement surrounding the live videos and the fashion showcased by Mexican Swifties. The hosts also play a prediction game about Swift's surprise songs for upcoming shows, debating the rules and the potential for earning points. They touch on the idea of adding stakes to their game, suggesting either rewards for the winner or amusing penalties for the loser. Furthermore, the conversation shifts to industry drama, specifically the mass exodus of high-profile clients from Scooter Braun's management, hinting at possible behind-the-scenes turmoil. The hosts speculate on the implications and the so-called "T Voodoo," suggesting a karmic element at play. Finally, they discuss Swift's strategic release of music and merchandise, teasing future episodes where they will continue to dissect Swift's work and impact.
"Welcome to 13, a Taylor Swift fan podcast. My name's Nick Adams, I'm Anna, Amy, and I'm Lacy G, and our girl is back on stage."
The quote introduces the podcast and the hosts while expressing excitement about Taylor Swift's return to performing live.
"Man, it's been a long time, like a long time since she's performed the Reputation Stadium Tour."
The quote emphasizes the length of time since Taylor Swift's last live performances and the anticipation for her return.
"It was great that my algorithm, my feed, was perfectly curated again and seeing all the outfits."
This quote highlights the personalization of social media feeds and the hosts' engagement with Taylor Swift-related content.
"Yes, this is her first time going through. She did perform once during a cruise. She stopped during a cruise and performed one time in Mexico, and then that's it."
The quote provides context for the rarity of Taylor Swift's performances in Mexico and the significance of her current tour stop there.
"So, Anna, would you like to break down what happened on night one in Mexico City?"
The quote sets the stage for discussing the game and the specific events of the first night of the Mexico City concert.
"So my question is, was Thursday night one going to be separate from the next three nights' guesses or is it just a continuation?"
The quote reflects the uncertainty about the rules of the game and how to handle the predictions across multiple nights of performances.
"I don't understand it's about cheating the system. Why are we making everything so complicated?"
This quote expresses frustration with the complexity of the game rules and the desire for a straightforward approach.
"Do we want the winner to get some sort of prize? Do we want the loser to have some sort of punishment?"
The quote indicates the hosts' intention to make the game more interesting by introducing rewards and consequences for their predictions.
"I'm a fan of punishment over reward just because of that fear."
The quote reflects the group's belief that the fear of punishment, such as having to do a solo podcast episode, is a stronger motivator than the prospect of a reward.
"I'm going to go ahead and say that is not going to be on the table because that is only for me and Nick."
Anna explains that the "Lakes" video is a private matter between her and Nick and not meant for public release, indicating its exclusivity.
"Nick you had predicted I forgot that you existed and mad woman. Amy pred was I forgot that you existed and snow on the beach."
Nick Adams and Amy Nicholls discuss their previous predictions for Taylor Swift's concert setlist, indicating their engagement with her music and performances.
"So I'm going to guess that tonight Friday night Taylor is going to play That's when and sweet nothing."
Nick Adams shares his guess for Taylor Swift's surprise songs, demonstrating the group's interest in and knowledge of Swift's discography.
"Sabrina Carpenter covered happiness from Taylor Swift."
Amy Nicholls points out a connection between Sabrina Carpenter and Taylor Swift's music, which influences her prediction for the concert's surprise songs.
"Eventually there's going to be a crowd that gets Cornelia Street and you're losing me and there's just no way to prepare for that emotionally."
Lacy G expresses her thoughts on the emotional preparation required for both the audience and Taylor Swift when performing deeply personal songs.
"Mexico City is also considered the city of palaces and the only lyric that I could find of hers that had Palace was from castles crumbling so I am guessing that and safe and sound because I think they sound great together."
Anna makes a prediction for the concert based on a thematic connection between Mexico City and a lyric from Taylor Swift's song, showing the thought process behind their guessing game.
"She played the video like before she went on stage like on the screens. Yeah, like played on the screens it was like baby Sabrina Carpenter singing Picture To Burn so cute I love it um."
The quote reflects the guests' endearment towards Sabrina Carpenter's earlier work and how it was showcased during her performance.
"So after this she's going to take a little bit of a break right until November."
This quote indicates the timeline of Taylor Swift's break from touring, setting expectations for her return in November.
"Is there some drama with like picking Sabrina Carpenter to be the opening act with like Olivia Rodrigo and everything because I've seen a lot of people on Tik Tok talking about it."
The quote introduces the topic of a possible controversy in the choice of Sabrina Carpenter as an opening act, given her and Olivia Rodrigo's known issues.
"And Sabrina Carpenter got shamed in the whole Olivia Rodrigo situation and as women we're not supposed to be shaming other women."
This quote discusses the scrutiny Sabrina Carpenter faced in the public eye and the broader issue of women shaming each other in the industry.
"It's like Taylor Swift like Karma like T Voodoo like you know it goes around comes around kind of thing."
The quote elaborates on the concept of "T Voodoo," likening it to karma that affects those who have been in conflict with Taylor Swift.
"Several of Scooter's high-profile clients have ditched him parted ways whatever you want to call it Ariana Grande Demi Lavado allegedly Justin Bieber but that hasn't been confirmed."
This quote summarizes the recent departures of major artists from Scooter Braun's management, highlighting the uncertainty and rumors surrounding the situation.
"And then um scooter braon because he's so funny he goes on Twitter and says uh I'd also like to say I'm not representing myself anymore that was dumb."
The quote captures Scooter Braun's reaction to the situation on social media, which contributes to the conversation about the unfolding events and their implications.
"His Camp has been saying that it's because he just doesn't want to be a talent manager anymore...but to me that gives very much you didn't fire me I quit."
This quote suggests skepticism about the manager's stated reason for parting ways with clients, implying it might not be the whole truth.
"The biggest sign that something's up is when Justin Bieber leaves them."
The departure of Justin Bieber, a major client, is highlighted as a significant red flag indicating problems within the management relationship.
"There's also rumors that he overspent on Taylor's Masters and hasn't been able to recover."
The quote references unconfirmed gossip about the manager's financial decisions and the potential consequences.
"We are hearing little clips from reputation on an Amazon show...and then there was another for the summer I turned pretty."
This quote notes where Taylor Swift's music is currently being used, suggesting a link between her music's presence in media and industry events.
"One of the songs is midnight...I think every song is about a friend."
The quote discusses the potential themes of Ed Sheeran's new album and the possibility of a song about Taylor Swift.
"Taylor's been in this 112 day Loop where she's releasing music in 112 days."
This quote explains the theory that Taylor Swift has a deliberate timing strategy for her music releases.
"Swifties are saying she's doing a money grab."
The quote reflects the criticism mentioned in a BuzzFeed article about Taylor Swift's marketing strategies, which is contested by fans.
"I did buy all of them because I panic but what I will be buying is all the concert tickets that I can."
This quote shows a fan's commitment to supporting Taylor Swift by purchasing albums and concert tickets, despite criticisms of commercialism.