Blank Plate: A Podcast for Swifties with an Appetite

Fresh Out The Slammer


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In this episode of Blank Plate, Laura and Sara analyze the veryyyyy subtle, yet in-depth TEA spilled in “Fresh Out The Slammer.” Without overt explanation, this song gives us Swifties a real look into where Taylor was coming from when navigating her metaphorical imprisonment in her past relationship, the emotional journey of breaking free, the hopefulness of new beginnings, and the significance of public versus private life in the context of Taylor's experiences. The gals had a blast with this one!

Chapters

(00:00) Intro & What's On Our Plates

(12:41) Taylor News & Updates

(34:46) Folk"lore" of the Song: Hopeful Beginnings, Jail Metaphors, The "In Summation" Clue

(44:16) Chorus 1: Newfound Freedom, Jail/Cage References from Reputation

(47:55) Verse 1: Lyrical Ties To Joe, Deep Unhappiness, Unfinished Business or Paranoia

(01:03:28) Chorus 2: Implied Interest

(01:04:56) Verse 2: Aftermath of the Relationship Ending, Who Is The Baby?!, Regaining Sense Of Self, Long-Held Longings

(01:17:36) Bridge & Outro: Porch Light, Cardigan & Peter Call Back, "So American" Reference

(01:26:46) Our Favorite Lyrics & Rating

(01:29:00) This Song As A Recipe

(01:31:18) Signing Off & Patreon Preview!

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Links Referenced

Lucy Dacus Confirms Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured Poets Department’ Lyric Is About Her: ‘She Texted Me and Asked for My Approval’

Taylor Swift Is Reportedly Already Working On New Music

Taylor Swift Issues Cease & Desist Letter To Kanye West

Chats & Reacts

Sweet Smoked Pork Ribs

Slowly Braised Lamb Ragu

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