TheraSwifts

Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions of sexual assault and generations trauma, so please listen with care if those are sensitive topics for you. 

Welcome back from our brief hiatus, TheraSwifties! Today's interview with the lovely Nicole kicks off our fall series and we know you will love this episode. Nicole shares so beautifully about how Taylor's music has helped her heal from complex trauma by giving her a safe space to explore her emotions. We know this episode will be meaningful for a lot of people.

Show notes:

• Follow Meredith on Instagram (@psychoanalyswift)!

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

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take one of those Taylor Swift college classes? Our new friend Summer took "Taylor Swift Studies" at Weber State University last spring and she came on the pod to tell us all about it.

Show notes:

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

Don't forget about our new segment, Dear TheraSwifts: If you are seeking guidance or support around a specific issue, feel free to send your question in to [email protected] and we'll do our best to share some therapeutic/Swiftie perspectives!

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 and Lauren process the terrorist threats that forced the cancellation of Taylor's Eras Tour shows in Vienna. We also get to talk to an absolutely delightful mega Swiftie who has had some unbelievably cool Taylor-related experiences over the last year!

Don't forget about our new segment: If you are seeking guidance or support around a specific issue, feel free to send your question in to [email protected] and we'll do our best to share some therapeutic/Swiftie perspectives!

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 PsychoanalySwift brief, Meredith breaks down the difference between two types of pain — clean pain and dirty pain.

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.

Have a question you want Meredith and Lauren to answer? Email us at [email protected] for our Dear TheraSwifts segment!

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 and Lauren chat 1:1 about how Swifties are galvanizing for Kamala Harris, the sad but important reality that The Eras Tour will be ending, and a sneak peek at what's to come on the pod.

We also introduce a brand-new segment of our show called Dear TheraSwifts. If you are seeking guidance or support around a specific issue, feel free to send your question in to [email protected] and we'll do our best to share some therapeutic/Swiftie perspectives!

Show notes:

• Swifties for Southport
• Swifties for Kamala
• Rolling Stone article: "Inside the Swifties Movement to Elect Kamala Harris"

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 episode of TheraSwifts, we delve into the psychological aspects of the Taylor Swift phenomenon with special guest, Thais Sky. Thais, a psychotherapist, writer, and host of the podcast 'Reclaim,' brings a fresh perspective to the discussion, examining the shadow elements of Taylor Swift's fame, the psychological functions she serves for her fans, and the complexities of narcissism. 

Whether you're a longtime Swifty or new to the fandom, this conversation offers deep insights into the blend of psychoanalysis and pop culture. Don't miss Thais' fascinating take on what makes Taylor Swift a universally captivating figure.

Show notes:

• Follow Thais on Instagram
• Check out Thais' podcast, Reclaim

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 grateful to OG Swiftie Nicole for sharing her beautiful story about how Taylor Swift's "Evermore" and "Bigger Than the Whole Sky" helped her process the death of her son, Miles.

Episode resources:

• Register for Lauren's upcoming workshop for loss parents on 7/31
• Lauren's free email series, The First 30 Days
• Empty Cradle, Broken Heart by Dr. Deborah L. Davis
• Living with Babyloss: By Dr. Erica Goldblatt Hyatt

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

Welcome back to Meredith's PsychoanalySwift series. In her newest mini episode, Meredith explores the importance of being alone and how Taylor Swift's song "You're On Your Own Kid" celebrates the beauty of solitude.

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

TheraSwifties, meet Jackie. She shares her beautiful story of how Taylor’s music has helped her overcome grief, trauma, disordered eating, suicidal ideation and intense cyber bullying. Thank you, Jackie, for sharing your story with such tenderness, courage and honesty.

Episode resources:

• National Eating Disorders Association
• Fed Up Collective
• Sexual Abuse Hotline: 800-656-HOPE
• Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988

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

TheraSwifties, grab your box of tissues, because this episode is going to bring you to tears in the very best way. We're so grateful to Cristina for sharing her story of meeting Taylor through Make-A-Wish when she was going through cancer treatment as a child. Long live Cristina!

Episode links:

• When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill 

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