TheraSwifts

Lauren, a therapist who specializes in grief, talks us through her recommendations for grieving the end of The Era's Tour.

If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com

If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com

TW: This episode includes discussions of bullying, child abuse and neglect.

Welcome back to another episode, TheraSwifties! We're honored today to share Olivia's version. She is Fearless and fierce and we could not love her more.

A quick note from Lauren and Meredith: This episode was recorded before the results of the U.S. election came out. To all the Swifties who had hoped and worked for different results — we see you and we love you. We are here with you for whatever is coming. These things will change. 

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Trigger warning: This episode includes a discussion about suicidal ideation and depression. Please listen with care.

Meet Bailey, a gorgeous Swiftie who shares her mental health journey and how Taylor Swift's music has impacted her life. Bailey discusses her experiences with depression, suicidal ideation, and her journey through therapy and treatment. Bailey and Lauren discuss their favorite songs, concert experiences, and the significant emotional connection they share with Taylor Swift's music.

Episode resources:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Dial 988
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741-741
• The Trevor Project: Text START to 678-678 or call 1-866-488-7386

If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com

We're so excited to introduce you all to Jessie, an incredibly talented Swiftie and make-up artist in Miami, Florida (!!!). Jessie shares how The Era's Tour helped get her out of a creative slump. Lauren and Jessie also fangirl out together for about 45 minutes. Enjoy!

Show notes:

• Follow Jessie on Instagram 

If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com

In our new Dear TheraSwifts episode, Lauren answers listener questions about making friends in adulthood and setting boundaries with loved ones. If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com

In this week's episode, Meredith explores the psychoanalytic concept of repetition compulsion and how it shows up in Taylor's music.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com

We're going back to school, TheraSwifties!! We are so thrilled to have Dr. Emily January, a professor at Weber State University and creator of Weber's Taylor Swift Studies course, on the pod. Dr. Weber tells us how she developed the course, how students have responded, and her thoughts on Taylor Swift's global impact.

Show notes:

• Academia (Taylor's Version): Understanding Taylor Swift's Many Identities 

If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com

Meredith answers listener questions about how to know when you're ready to end therapy and how to support a loved one who is struggling (without controlling them) in the pod's first Dear TheraSwifts episode.

If you would like to submit a question for Meredith and Lauren to answer on the podcast, feel free to submit your Dear TheraSwifts question via this anonymous Google form.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com

In today's episode, Lauren recaps all the big recent Swiftie news (Harris endorsement!!!, Trump and Elon tweets, Swifties for Kamala fundraising success). We also interview a truly lovely Swiftie, Jenn, about the role Taylor has played in her parenting two daughters, teaching high school students, and getting through a traumatic family experience.

Don't forget about our new segment, Dear TheraSwifts: If you are seeking guidance or support around a specific issue in your life, feel free to submit your question via this anonymous Google form.

Want to be featured on a future episode of TheraSwifts? We're accepting submissions for interviews! Swifties of all identities are encouraged to apply. Please complete our Interview Submission Form to get the process started.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for future updates and follow us on Instagram (@theraswiftspod) to stay connected! 

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theraswiftspod.substack.com