"It’s coming over you like it was all a big mistake." In this week’s episode, we dive into the Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) classic “Haunted.” We discuss how Taylor Swift’s song captures the haunting and fragile nature of relationships, the devastation of loss, and the immediate aftermath of a breakup. In true form, we also tie the idea of a haunting break up back to our careers, and what it can feel like when you are constantly wondering “what if” about your past decisions. Whether you want some strong emotions or a bit of verb tense analysis, we get into it all in our conversation about “Haunted.” 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Broadway Sings Taylor Swift

Phantom of the Opera

Romeo and Juliet 

Madeline 

Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

“The Crown” Netflix

"The Year of Taylor Swift” from The Daily

Slaughterhouse Five 

Moulin Rouge 

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Episode Highlights: 

[00:25] Introduction to "Haunted"

[02:35] The theme of haunting in Taylor’s music

[14:18] When you’re haunted by work or other relationships

[22:24] When you’re haunted by the “what if”

[37:56] The purpose of “Haunted” 

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