Trigger warning: This episode includes a discussion about suicidal ideation and depression. Please listen with care. Meet Bailey, a gorgeous Swiftie who shares her mental health journey and how Taylor Swift's music has impacted her life. Bailey discusses her experiences with depression, suicidal ideation, and her journey through therapy and treatme…

We're so excited to introduce you all to Jessie, an incredibly talented Swiftie and make-up artist in Miami, Florida (!!!). Jessie shares how The Era's Tour helped get her out of a creative slump. Lauren and Jessie also fangirl out together for about 45 minutes. Enjoy! Show notes: Follow Jessie on Instagram If you would like to submit a question fo…

In our new Dear TheraSwifts episode, Lauren answers listener questions about making friends in adulthood and setting boundaries with loved ones. If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form. Want to be featured on a future e…

In this week's episode, Meredith explores the psychoanalytic concept of repetition compulsion and how it shows up in Taylor's music. Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process …

We're going back to school, TheraSwifties!! We are so thrilled to have Dr. Emily January, a professor at Weber State University and creator of Weber's Taylor Swift Studies course, on the pod. Dr. Weber tells us how she developed the course, how students have responded, and her thoughts on Taylor Swift's global impact. Show notes: Academia (Taylor's…

Meredith answers listener questions about how to know when you're ready to end therapy and how to support a loved one who is struggling (without controlling them) in the pod's first Dear TheraSwifts episode. If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question vi…

In today's episode, Lauren recaps all the big recent Swiftie news (Harris endorsement!!!, Trump and Elon tweets, Swifties for Kamala fundraising success). We also interview a truly lovely Swiftie, Jenn, about the role Taylor has played in her parenting two daughters, teaching high school students, and getting through a traumatic family experience. …

Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions of sexual assault and generations trauma, so please listen with care if those are sensitive topics for you. Welcome back from our brief hiatus, TheraSwifties! Today's interview with the lovely Nicole kicks off our fall series and we know you will love this episode. Nicole shares so beautifully abou…

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take one of those Taylor Swift college classes? Our new friend Summer took "Taylor Swift Studies" at Weber State University last spring and she came on the pod to tell us all about it. Show notes: Academia (Taylor's Version): Understanding Taylor Swift's Many Identities Don't forget about our new segm…

In this week's episode, Meredith and Lauren process the terrorist threats that forced the cancellation of Taylor's Eras Tour shows in Vienna. We also get to talk to an absolutely delightful mega Swiftie who has had some unbelievably cool Taylor-related experiences over the last year! Don't forget about our new segment: If you are seeking guidance o…

In this week's PsychoanalySwift brief, Meredith breaks down the difference between two types of pain — clean pain and dirty pain. Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process sta…

In this week's episode, Meredith and Lauren chat 1:1 about how Swifties are galvanizing for Kamala Harris, the sad but important reality that The Eras Tour will be ending, and a sneak peek at what's to come on the pod. We also introduce a brand-new segment of our show called Dear TheraSwifts. If you are seeking guidance or support around a specific…

In this episode of TheraSwifts, we delve into the psychological aspects of the Taylor Swift phenomenon with special guest, Thais Sky. Thais, a psychotherapist, writer, and host of the podcast 'Reclaim,' brings a fresh perspective to the discussion, examining the shadow elements of Taylor Swift's fame, the psychological functions she serves for her …

We're so grateful to OG Swiftie Nicole for sharing her beautiful story about how Taylor Swift's "Evermore" and "Bigger Than the Whole Sky" helped her process the death of her son, Miles. Episode resources: Register for Lauren's upcoming workshop for loss parents on 7/31 Lauren's free email series, The First 30 Days Empty Cradle, Broken Heart by Dr.…

Welcome back to Meredith's PsychoanalySwift series. In her newest mini episode, Meredith explores the importance of being alone and how Taylor Swift's song "You're On Your Own Kid" celebrates the beauty of solitude. Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are enc…

TheraSwifties, meet Jackie. She shares her beautiful story of how Taylor’s music has helped her overcome grief, trauma, disordered eating, suicidal ideation and intense cyber bullying. Thank you, Jackie, for sharing your story with such tenderness, courage and honesty. Episode resources: National Eating Disorders Association Fed Up Collective Sexua…

TheraSwifties, grab your box of tissues, because this episode is going to bring you to tears in the very best way. We're so grateful to Cristina for sharing her story of meeting Taylor through Make-A-Wish when she was going through cancer treatment as a child. Long live Cristina! Episode links: When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill Want to be f…

Welcome back to Meredith's weekly PsychoanalySwift brief! This week, she explores the critical role anger plays in women's lives and the importance of honoring this core emotion. Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our…

TheraSwifties, we are *so* thrilled to introduce you to this week's guest, Shannon K. Evans. In addition to being a devoted Swiftie, Shannon is the spirituality and culture editor at the National Catholic Reporter and the author of the books Feminist Prayers for My Daughter: Powerful Petitions for Every Stage of Her Life and Rewilding Motherhood: Y…

In her weekly PsychoanalySwift brief, Meredith explores the psychoanalytic concept of The Heroine's Journey — and how Taylor Swift's life as a public figure has modeled this framework. Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please comple…

This week's guest, Marv, shares how Taylor Swift's music has accompanied him throughout his life — from immigrating to the U.S. from the Philippines as a child to surviving the end of his first long-term relationship as an adult. Plus, he tells us about meeting Aaron Dessner at The Era's Tour (swoon). Thank you for sharing your Swiftie story with u…

Take a deep breath in the mirror, Swifties — we're going back to high school and first loves and all the big, messy feelings that come with it. Liz tells us her story of heart break and healing, and how through it all, Taylor's music was there to help. Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interview…

In her weekly PsychoanalySwift brief, Meredith discusses how Taylor Swift's music explores the Jungian concept of the 'Eternal Child' — aka Peter Pan syndrome. Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submissi…

We are so excited to welcome Swiftie superstar Kaeli Dance to the pod! Kaeli shares how "You're On Your Own Kid" helped her navigate the post-college life adjustment. She also gives us a sneak peek into how she comes up with her viral Taylor Swift TikToks. Make sure to follow Kaeli on Instagram and TikTok to get her amazing videos! Want to be featu…

In her weekly PsychoanalySwift brief, Meredith explores how Taylor Swift's song "Happiness" illustrates the psychoanalytic concept of The Depressive Position. Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submissio…