In this special episode, Morgan welcomes her nieces and the hosts of the Long Live Taylor podcast, Kaylan and Leanna, for an in-depth conversation about their Taylor Swift fandom and their journey into hosting a Swiftie podcast.

They explore what it means to be a nerd and how their nerdy identity aligns with their love for Taylor Swift and her music. They share their initial draw to the music icon, the journey through different phases of Swift's career, as well as the highs and lows of being a diehard Taylor Swift fan. The episode is filled with hilarious moments, personal stories, and lots of love for Taylor Swift.

00:18 Introduction and Welcoming the Guests

01:53 Discussing Nerdy Identities

02:04 Childhood Fandoms and Obsessions

05:53 Unusual and Random Nerdy Facts

13:47 Journey into the Taylor Swift Fandom

19:46 Exploring the Swiftie Fandom

20:28 The Struggle for Concert Tickets

21:04 The Excitement of Attending a Concert

21:47 Emotional Connection to Taylor Swift's Music

24:35 Taylor Swift Fandom as a Community

25:32 Kindness in the Swiftie Community

26:12 Starting a Taylor Swift Podcast

27:27 Impact of the Taylor Swift Fandom on Personal Lives

28:27 The Challenges of Being a Taylor Swift Fan

29:40 The Joy of Anticipating New Taylor Swift Content

30:19 Personal Connection to Taylor Swift Songs

35:27 Meaning of Being a Nerd

37:04 Geeky Recommendations and Final Thoughts

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https://open.spotify.com/artist/2CCEZ3n1uQkvtNZ51CTylL?si=XP_6x4zeRc2dKMNk9mvkmA

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