University professor Katy Head has often joked that she could teach a course on Taylor Swift, and here she’s off to an excellent start. Katy outlines the arguments for appreciating Taylor as an artist, business woman and storyteller. She also provides insight into the “Swiftie” fan community and the strong connection Taylor has with her fans...including bringing them to her house for food and listening parties. Class is in session!

Katy's Personal Soundtrack:

• Picture to Burn (from self-titled debut album, 2006)
• You Belong With Me (from Fearless album, original 2008; re-recorded Taylor’s Version, 2021)
• Mean (from Speak Now album, 2010)
• All Too Well (from Red album, original 2012; re-recorded Taylor’s Version, 2021)
• Begin Again (from Red album, original 2012; re-recorded Taylor’s Version, 2021)
• Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince (from Lover album, 2019)
• Invisible String (from Folklore album, 2020)

Taylor Swift Official Website

Episode Music Credits:

• Intro: Great Great Lengths from Blue Dot Sessions
• Outro: Lamplist from Blue Dot Sessions