"cowboy like me"
In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, Nick, Ana, Amy, and Lacey break down track 11, “cowboy like me” from evermore. From lyrical storytelling to hidden metaphors, the team unpacks why this fan-favorite has become one of Taylor’s most poetic and underrated masterpieces. The hosts explore everything from the mysterious “tent-like thing” lyric to the connection between love, deception, and independence in Taylor’s songwriting. Is cowboy like me a love story, a con, or both? Tune in to hear the Swiftie theories, laughter, and chaos that make every 13 episode feel like a night with your favorite Swiftie friends. Plus — the countdown is on for Swifties in the City, happening Friday, October 17 from 6–9 p.m. at the Omni Dallas Hotel on the Pegasus Lawn! Celebrate The Life of a Showgirl with music, giveaways, a Swiftie Market, DJ set, and live entertainment — all for just $13. Grab your tickets at www.the13podcast.net before they’re gone! THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY BETTERHELP Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/TAYLORSWIFTFAN and get on your way to being your best self. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY KNIX Go to KnixTeen.com and use code SWIFITIES for 15% off. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY FAST GROWING TREES That’s 15% off at FastGrowingTrees.com using the code TAYLORSWIFTFAN at checkout. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY WAYFAIR Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive Lobster Lounge: station.page/13 Contact the Podcast Voicemail: (689) 214-1313 Email: the13podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @the13podcast TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Follow the Hosts Ana – @anaszabo13 Lacey – @laceygee13 Amy – @amysnichols Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 Okt 39min
"ivy"
We’re back in our Evermore era — lights out, chaos on, and ready to dive deep into a fan all-time favorite track: ivy. In this episode, the 13 crew breaks down the haunting beauty of ivy — from its poetic lyrics and tangled metaphors to Taylor’s storytelling magic that blurs the line between love, loss, and loyalty. Plus, find out about our own brush with Tayvoodoo . And what comments about The Life of a Showgirl have aged well? And of course, we’ve got major updates about Swifties in the City, our next big celebration for The Life of a Showgirl, happening October 17th from 6–9 p.m. at the Omni Dallas Hotel. Expect music, friendship bracelets, Swiftie market finds, and a few little shhhh! sessions we can’t talk about too loudly. Tickets are only $13 and available now at the13podcast.net. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY QUINCE Find your fall staples at Quince.com/taylorswiftfan for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive Lobster Lounge: station.page/13 Contact the Podcast Voicemail: (689) 214-1313 Email: the13podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @the13podcast TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Follow the Hosts Ana – @anaszabo13 Lacey – @laceygee13 Amy – @amysnichols Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Okt 52min
SwifTEA: The Showgirl Debut, the Orange Doors & a Celebration in the Skyline!
The Showgirl era is in full sparkle — and we’ve got plenty of SwifTEA to spill! After a whirlwind release weekend, the 13 Podcast is breaking down The Life of a Showgirl with fresh ears, movie theater emotions, and a helicopter view you have to hear about to believe. Join Ana & Nick as they recap Taylor’s record-breaking weekend, the mysterious orange doors that appeared across the globe, and why “Elizabeth Taylor” might just be the standout of the album. Plus, hear what it was like flying over the Dallas skyline with Longhorn Helicopters and seeing the Omni Dallas Hotel light up in glittering orange to celebrate the new era — the same spot that’ll host our Swifties in the City release party on October 17th! We’re sending big thank-yous to Omni Dallas Hotel and Longhorn Helicopters for helping us celebrate this magical launch weekend in true Showgirl fashion. Tickets for Swifties in the City are just $13 at www.the13podcast.net — and don’t forget about shhhhh sessions! Tell us your favorite song from the new album & tag us on socials @the13podcast.It’s time to sparkle, Swifties — this era’s all about orange doors, big dreams, and even bigger joy. Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive Lobster Lounge: station.page/13 Contact the Podcast Voicemail: (689) 214-1313 Email: the13podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @the13podcast TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Follow the Hosts Ana – @anaszabo13 Lacey – @laceygee13 Amy – @amysnichols Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 Okt 36min
"The Life of a Showgirl" - Initial Reactions!
Happy "The Life of a Showgirl" release day!! And thank you to anyone who joined our traditional livestream party to listen to the album for the first time together! Following our livestream party, with only one full listen under our belts, we hopped over into our studio to record our initial reactions, thoughts, and reactions to the album! Much like Taylor wanted this album to capture her feelings during the Eras tour, we wanted this episode to capture our feelings after hearing the album for the first time! What do you think of "The Life of a Showgirl" so far? Friday, October 17th - Join us at "Swifties in the City" at the Omni Dallas Hotel! An all ages event, tickets are only $13 at the13podcast.net Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive Lobster Lounge: station.page/13 Contact the Podcast Voicemail: (689) 214-1313 Email: the13podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @the13podcast TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Follow the Hosts Ana – @anaszabo13 Lacey – @laceygee13 Amy – @amysnichols Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3 Okt 35min
SwifTEA - "Showgirl" Release Week Updates
Happy "The Life of a Showgirl" release week!! Nick and Ana are clocking in on Wednesday, two days before the album, to recap everything that has happened so far... The Spotify pop-up revealed new lyrics and puzzles, Apple Music has scrambled letters to solve, and what could "standby" possibly mean on the Showgirl calendar? A Taylor Swift album release week is an entire event, so we're thrilled to participate! Join us for our other "The Life of a Showgirl" release parties! - Thursday night, October 2nd at 11:45pm EST - Join us on our YouTube for our traditional livestream listening party! - Friday, October 17th - Join us at "Swifties in the City" at the Omni Dallas Hotel! An all ages event, tickets are only $13 at the13podcast.net Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive Lobster Lounge: station.page/13 Contact the Podcast Voicemail: (689) 214-1313 Email: the13podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @the13podcast TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Follow the Hosts Ana – @anaszabo13 Lacey – @laceygee13 Amy – @amysnichols Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 Okt 38min
Swifties in the City ft. Charity Eden from Lover: The Unofficial Eras Tour Experience
Swifties, the countdown is on! Our biggest celebration yet — Swifties in the City — is happening October 17th at the Omni Dallas Hotel, and we’re thrilled to announce that the incredible Charity Eden will be taking the stage! From leading Lover: The Unofficial Eras Tour Experience across the world to releasing her own original music, Charity has captured the essence of Taylor’s Eras magic while making her own name shine. In this episode, we catch up with Charity, talk about her journey, and give you a sneak peek at what she’s bringing to our Swifties in the City stage. We’re also spilling details on the Swiftie Market, the Showgirl Showcase (lip sync + costume contest!), and the special surprises we have planned for the big night. Oh, and shhh… don’t forget about our little secret sesh giveaway . Want to hear more from Charity? You can find her original music (Silent Conversations), merch, and details on upcoming shows at lovertaylortribute.com. Tickets are just $13 at the13podcast.net — secure yours now before they’re gone! Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive Lobster Lounge: station.page/13 Contact the Podcast Voicemail: (689) 214-1313 Email: the13podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @the13podcast TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Follow the Hosts Ana – @anaszabo13 Lacey – @laceygee13 Amy – @amysnichols Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 Okt 58min
coney island
Swifties, grab your arcade rings — today on 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast we’re diving deep into coney island from evermore. From its haunting imagery to its echoes of fading love, we unpack the layers of Taylor’s duet with The National and how the song ties into themes of nostalgia, regret, and bittersweet endings. PLUS — we’re counting down to our biggest event yet: Swifties in the City! Join us October 17th at the Pegasus Lawn at the Omni Dallas Hotel in Dallas for a night of music, friendship bracelets, a Swiftie market, the Showgirl Showcase, a live DJ and more! Tickets are just $13 at www.the13podcast.net And for our loyal listeners… shhh, secret sesh! There may or may not be a special giveaway just for podcast fans Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive Lobster Lounge: station.page/13 Contact the Podcast Voicemail: (689) 214-1313 Email: the13podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @the13podcast TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Follow the Hosts Ana – @anaszabo13 Lacey – @laceygee13 Amy – @amysnichols Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
30 Sep 53min
SwifTea: Life of a Showgirl Movie Hype, Reputation Easter Eggs & Swifties in the City!
Get ready, Swifties! In this episode of 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast, we dive into all the dazzling details surrounding The Life of a Showgirl movie release, AMC theater screenings, and the global hype leading up to Taylor’s new era. From secret sessions nostalgia to the Fate of Ophelia theories, reputation parallels, and a thrilling rollout that feels bigger than ever, we’re covering it all. Plus, hear from international listeners, get the scoop on our upcoming Swifties in the City event at the Omni Dallas Hotel, and find out why this album release is changing the music industry playbook. Whether you’re here for the Swiftie market, friendship bracelet trading, giveaways, or just the excitement of connecting with fans worldwide, this episode is packed with Easter eggs, theories, and Swiftie joy. Tickets for Swifties in the City on October 17 are just $13 at the13podcast.net. Don’t miss your chance to join the celebration! THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY BETTERHELP Our listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/TAYLORSWIFTFAN. Stay Connected with 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Join the conversation in our exclusive Lobster Lounge: station.page/13 Contact the Podcast Voicemail: (689) 214-1313 Email: the13podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @the13podcast TikTok: @the13podcast Twitter/X: @the13TSpodcast YouTube: 13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast Follow the Hosts Ana – @anaszabo13 Lacey – @laceygee13 Amy – @amysnichols Nick – @heynickadams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Sep 47min
