"I don't want you like a best friend." What happens when we view Taylor Swift's music through the lens of Regency era romance? In this week's Show & Tell episode, we explore Taylor Swift’s songs through Shonda Rhimes's Netflix adaptation of Julia Quinn’s “Bridgerton” novels to uncover how Taylor's songs capture the tension, longing, and swoony moments that define the series. From secret romances in crowded rooms to enemies-to-lovers slow burns, we connect three iconic Bridgerton couples to Taylor Swift songs that perfectly capture their love stories. Whether you're Team Daphne and Simon, obsessed with Kate and Anthony, or rooting for Colin and Penelope, this episode has something for every Bridgerton fan.
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Mentioned in this episode:
Bridgerton Series, Julia QuinnThe Duke and I (Bridgerton #1), Julia QuinnThe Viscount Who Loved Me (Bridgerton #2), Julia QuinnRomancing Mister Bridgerton (Bridgerton #4), Julia QuinnBridgerton Netflix SeriesQueen Charlotte: A Bridgerton StoryMarie Antoinette (2006), Sofia CoppolaRomeo + Juliet (1996), Baz LuhrmannMoulin Rouge (2001), Baz LuhrmannPride and Prejudice, Jane AustenE31: Shakespeare [00:26] Bridgerton Overview
[13:05] “I Wish You Would,” 1989
[24:08] “Wildest Dreams,” 1989
[34:18] “Dress,” Reputation
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