Blank Plate: A Podcast for Swifties with an Appetite

Blank Plate
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Join Sara and Laura as they do deep dives into the Tay-lore of individual Taylor Swift songs, react to new releases, discuss Taylor in the news, and overall just chat about all things regarding our Pop Queen Lord and Savior, Taylor Alison Swift. Each episode also touches on food in some way - It could be a recipe pairing for a song, deciding what kind of pizza each album would be, or trying to figure out why Taylor gets that Milk Bar cake for her birthday each year, so be sure to bring your appetite!

  1. Wood

    4D AGO

    Wood

    Taylor says that this song started from an “innocent place” - but BOY it certainly didn’t end there! In today’s episode, Sara and Laura are unpacking Taylor’s raunchiest song (ever?)… “Wood!” With lots of ties to Taylor's past concerns of ill-fated romance, this song puts a positive, DIY-spin on luck, and how the right person can change your destiny. Plus! The ladies delve into the “Opalite” music video and its many Easter Eggs. Enjoy this one! Chapters (00:00) Introduction (02:47) What's On Our Plates (08:01) Taylor Updates: Songwriters Hall Of Fame, Opalite Music Video (26:53) Unpacking "Wood" (29:28) Our Personal Associations With The Song (30:47) Folk"lore" Of The Song (34:03) Humor and Innocence in Taylor's Songwriting (36:11) Verse 1: Superstitious Metaphors, Callbacks to Previous Relationships (43:11) Pre-Chorus 1: Previous Paranoia Disappears With The Right Person, Other Forms of Superstitions Taylor Tried To Overcome (46:29) Chorus 1: Making Your Own Luck, Love & Security, Opalite Similarities (50:53) Verse 2: Marriage Is On The Table, Confidence (52:25) Pre-Chorus 2: Taylor's Previous Belief In Being Cursed, New Heights Shoutout (56:08) Chorus 2 & 3 (57:15) Music Theory Analysis (01:00:23) Favorite Lyrics & Ratings (01:02:24) This Song As A Recipe (01:04:52) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Taylor Swift Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame at Age 36 — Is That a Record? Taylor Swift makes history as Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee People Think Taylor Swift Referenced an Ariana Grande Fan Tweet in Her Raunchy "Wood" Lyrics Taylor Swift Says Her Travis Kelce Ode "Wood" Lyrics Started from an "Innocent Place" Guava Margarita Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email blankplatepod@gmail.com leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

    1h 7m
  2. Wi$h Li$t

    JAN 30

    Wi$h Li$t

    It’s time to analyze one of Taylor’s sweetest and most direct songs from The Life Of A Showgirl… “Wi$h Li$t!” Before getting into the song's folklore, Sara and Laura share personal updates, as well as some Taylor news (note: this episode was recorded before texts between Blake Lively & Taylor were unsealed), plus the gals unpack the vile and coordinated “trad wife allegations” that stem from this song. Taylor’s lyrics about desire for love, normalcy, and motherhood have the ladies kicking their feet! Never has Taylor been so upfront about how she feels, what she desires, where she sees her life going next… and that refreshing stance is what makes Sara and Laura really love this song. Enjoy! Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Personal Updates (00:29) What's on Our Plates (34:30) New Year's Resolutions and Personal Goals (37:58) Taylor Updates: RECORDED BEFORE NEWS OF IT ENDS WITH US TEXTS (41:35) Introducing Wi$h Li$t (47:50) Our Personal Associations With The Song (51:16) Folk"lore" Of The Song (01:03:12) Verse 1: Other People's Desires, Accolades, Fame, Agelessness (01:06:54) Chorus 1: Well Wishes, Taylor's Own Desires, Suburban Normalcy (01:15:44) Verse 2: Brands of People & Their Wishes, Internet Embarassment (01:19:33) Bridge: Desperate Wishes, Allusions To Taylor's Past Two Exes, Our One Sided TikTok Beef (01:29:50) Chorus 3 & Outro: Reputation Style Ad Libs (01:30:52) Music Theory Analysis: R&B Influences, Pop Hooks, Verse 2's Chord Progression (01:33:44) Favorite Lyrics and Ratings (01:35:45) This Song As A Recipe (01:38:24) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Sara’s One Line a Day: A Five-Year Memory Book Taylor Swift Treats Haim Sisters, Sombr to Homemade Sourdough Bread With Punny Labels Rolling Stone: Taylor Swift’s Last Album Sparked Bizarre Accusations of Nazism. It Was a Coordinated Attack Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email blankplatepod@gmail.com leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

    1h 40m
  3. Actually Romantic

    JAN 16

    Actually Romantic

    It’s honestly lovelyyyy… that you’re tuning in for another episode of Blank Plate! In today’s episode, Laura and Sara kick off the new year with life updates, holiday chaos and a truly iconic New Year’s Eve wedding story before diving deep into one of Taylor Swift’s messiest and most fascinating tracks, “Actually Romantic” from Life of a Showgirl. The ladies unpack the song’s fountain-pen pettiness, rumored muse lore (yes, we’re talking about Charli XCX), and how admiration, insecurity, and obsession blur into something unexpectedly romantic. Chapters (00:00) Introduction (00:47) What's On Our Plates (08:14) Taylor Updates: Este Haim's Wedding, Eras Tour Documentary Reflections, Unanswered Questions (31:13) Unpacking "Actually Romantic" (33:05) Our Personal Associations With The Song (35:22) Folk"lore" Of The Song (49:08) Verse 1: "Boring" As A Trigger, Eras Tour vs. Brat Tour Aesthetics, Exes Ghosting (55:31) Chorus 1: Effort And One Side Obsession As Romantic, Implications Of A Platonic, Female Muse (57:24) Verse 2: "I Forgot That You Existed" Parallels, Valentines Clues, Close "Circles" In The Music Industry (01:05:18) The Bridge: Naughty Taylor! (01:07:36) Chorus 3 & Outro: "Lovely" As Passive Aggressive (01:10:10) Music Theory Analysis: Interpolations of Weezer, Wheatus, The Pixies (01:13:00) Ratings and Favorite Lyrics (01:13:59) This Song As A Recipe (01:15:10) Signing Off! (01:16:40) Patreon Preview: champagne problems SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Rolling Stone: Was “Actually Romantic” Really Necessary? Vogue: Kim Kardashian Just Sent a Valentine's Day Gift to Taylor Swift Salt and Vinegar Potatoes Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email blankplatepod@gmail.com leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

    1h 19m
  4. Ruin The Friendship & The End Of An Era Documentary Recap

    JAN 2

    Ruin The Friendship & The End Of An Era Documentary Recap

    Taylor knows exactly how to devastate her fans with her lyrical storytelling, and “Ruin The Friendship” is the perfect example of that! After about an hour of Sara and Laura recapping their favorite moments and takeaways from The End Of An Era Documentary (Episodes 1-4), the ladies dig into the lore of the song. Taylor’s high school experiences and the early 2000’s high school moments bring Sara and Laura right back to their own teenage-dom. Were you equally as wrecked when you reached the last chorus of the song?! It’s hard to imagine that the ladies are halfway through The Life Of A Showgirl’s track list! Chapters (00:00) Introduction (02:38) What's On Our Plates (16:19) End Of An Era Documentary Recap (Episodes 1-4) (48:26) Other Taylor Updates (53:06) Song Analysis: Ruin the Friendship (58:54) Our Personal Associations With The Song (01:03:56) Folk"lore" of the Song (01:12:29) Verse 1: Specific Landmarks, Beginning Of The School Year, Flashback To Fearless/Debut Taylor (01:19:49) Chorus 1: Boundaries, Chemistry (01:22:34) Verse 2: Prom, Noticed Interest (01:29:56) Chorus 2: 50 Cent's 2000's Bangers, Regret In Inaction (01:34:07) Bridge: Playing Safe, Question...? Tie Ins (01:39:00) Verse 3: The Moment All Of Our Hearts Dropped (01:42:03) Chorus 3: Inconvenience Gets A New Meaning, Sound Advice, Lessons Learned (01:47:22) Music Theory Analysis (01:49:27) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:51:00) This Song As A Recipe (01:53:57) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced UrbanDazeApparel Taylor Swift Favorite Song Sweatshirt Mom of Late Taylor Swift Friend Jeff Lang Breaks Silence on 'Ruin the Friendship': 'She's Keeping His Name Alive' 50 Cent Interview With Extra TV Salted Dark Chocolate Brownies Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email blankplatepod@gmail.com leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

    1h 55m
  5. Eldest Daughter

    12/22/2025

    Eldest Daughter

    It’s track five time! “Eldest Daughter” may be one of Taylor’s sweetest songs on the album… and despite some negative criticisms, Sara and Laura absolutely LOVE this song and will defend it to death. The ladies discuss the notion of Eldest Daughter Syndrome and how Taylor’s self-protection becomes unnecessary when she feels safe with the right person. Tears are shed in this episode, but what else is new!? Chapters (00:00) Welcome! (01:42) What's On Our Plates (16:29) Taylor Updates (21:46) Eldest Daughter Introduction (25:38) Personal Associations and Emotional Connections (33:08) Folk"lore" Of The Song (49:12) Verse 1: An Unbothered Front, Apathy, Cancellation, The Illusion Of Hot Takes, Survival Strategies (56:18) Pre Chorus 1: Terminal Uniqueness, Play On Words About Death, Glorification Of "Cool" In Society (01:01:33) Chorus 1: Taylor's Specific Satiricial Vernacular, Self-Perception (01:09:01) Verse 2: Childlike Innocence, Cautious Discretion and Growth, Vulnerability, Marriage Trauma (01:24:04) Pre Chorus 2: A Lamb In Wolf's Clothing, The Burden Of Sacrifice As An Eldest Daughter. Self-Protection (01:29:20) Bridge: Montage Of Sweet, Innocent, Childlike Love, Hope and Future Possibilities Once Unimaginable (01:38:39) Pre Chorus 3: Travis Connection, Finding Home In A Stable Person (01:40:35) Chorus 3 & Outro (01:41:52) Music Theory Analysis: Right Hand On Piano As The Eldest Daughter, The Magic Of The Bridge, Interpolation of White Horse (01:47:11) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:49:46) This Song As A Recipe (01:51:47) Signing Off! (01:53:13) Patreon Preview: 'tis the damn season SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Sara’s Episode On Finding Mr. Height: Spotify, Apple Music Eli Rallo’s Commentary on Eldest Daughter Lore Taylor’s Interview With Zane Lowe Birth Order Dating Theory Brigid Kaelin’s Music Theory Analysis of Eldest Daughter Spiked Blackberry Lilac Lemonade Recipe Homemade Dunkaroo’s Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email blankplatepod@gmail.com leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

    1h 56m
  6. Father Figure

    12/05/2025

    Father Figure

    In this episode of Blank Plate, Sara and Laura unpack one of The Life Of A Showgirl’s most “mafioso” tracks! Corruption, greed, thoughtless ambition, loyalty, and lots of excellent storytelling have the ladies dissecting all the ties to Scott Borchetta and Taylor’s strained working relationship. P.S. do you agree with the ladies monthly album assignments?! Chapters (00:00) Welcome! (00:45) What's On Our Plates (07:58) Taylor Updates: Birthday Mashups, Assigning Taylor's Albums To Months, Documentary Easter Eggs, Merch Drops (31:27) Analyzing "Father Figure" (36:12) Personal Associations With "Father Figure" (37:59) Folk"lore" Of The Song (44:25) Verse 1: Mentor-Protege Dynamics, Power Imbalances, Rumpelstiltskin Metaphor (51:37) Chorus 1: Manipulation, Exploitation, Calculated Moves, Leave It WITH Me (58:01) Verse 2: Wealth Clues, Nothing New and Clara Bow Associations, Blind Loyalty (01:04:13) Chorus 2: Fame and Notoriety, Owning Her Name (01:05:24) Bridge: Shift In Narrative, Blind Ambition, Lack Of True Loyalty (01:08:33) Chorus 3: Narration Insanity - Conversation or Not? (01:20:06) Music Theory Analysis (01:27:23) Favorite Lyrics & Ratings (01:29:30) This Song As A Recipe (01:31:41) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Swiftly Sung Stories Rumplestiltskin Theory Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email blankplatepod@gmail.com leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

    1h 33m
  7. Opalite

    11/21/2025

    Opalite

    Don’t you sweat it, baby! It’s alright… Sara and Laura are dancing through each verse of Opalite in today’s episode. As one of The Life Of A Showgirl’s most upbeat and happy-go-lucky songs, the ladies have made soooo many connections to Taylor’s past albums tucked away in its lyrics. Enjoy this joy-filled episode! Chapters (00:00) Welcome! (00:41) What's On Our Plates (16:22) Taylor Updates (25:33) Analyzing "Opalite" (28:36) Personal Connections to the Song (32:27) Folk"lore" Of the Song (37:04) Verse 1: Callbacks To Exes, Austin Shoutout!, Ghosts, Lana Del Rey (45:24) Pre Chorus 1: Mistakes Made, Wrong Relationships (50:46) Chorus 1: Lightning Metaphors, Andrea's Advice (58:24) Verse 2: Some Shade, She Left The Restaurant!, Life's Lessons In Moving On (01:06:54) Pre Chorus 2: Moving On, Pep Talk (01:09:02) Chorus 2: Made To Be (01:10:14) Bridge: Navigating The Storm Together, Finding Shelter In Each Other, Thunder Metaphor (01:18:28) Music Theory Analysis: 60's Influences, Bridge Build, The Ronettes (01:19:48) Favorite Lyrics and Rating (01:22:34) This Song As A Recipe (01:24:45) Signing Off! (01:26:10) Patreon Preview: Would've, Could've, Should've SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Coconut Meringue Macaroons Recipe Angel Food Cake With Strawberries & Whipped Cream Recipe Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email blankplatepod@gmail.com leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

    1h 28m
  8. Elizabeth Taylor

    11/07/2025

    Elizabeth Taylor

    Everybody sing it with us…. ELIZABETH TAYLOR! Today, Sara and Laura are analyzing the second track from The Life Of A Showgirl, which has quickly become one of their absolute favorites! After discussing their Eras Tour Documentary “Wi$hli$t,” the ladies analyze the song’s lyrics to explore Taylor’s connection to the famously beautiful and notoriously scandalous icon, Elizabeth Taylor. Musso & Frank’s menu has Sara and Laura dreaming of a Swiftie field trip to Hollywood, and after listening to this episode, you’ll be wanting one too! Chapters (00:00) Welcome & Introduction (00:55) What's On Our Plates (10:54) Taylor Updates (17:33) Our Eras Tour Documentary Wi$hli$t (30:41) Analyzing 'Elizabeth Taylor' Track (34:16) Folk"lore" of the Song (42:44) Intro: Asking A Muse, But Also Herself (45:13)Verse 1: Portofino Honeymoons, The Pressure Of Fame & Relationships, Past Relationships Withering Away (52:46) Chorus 1: Elizabeth's Violet Eyes, Anxiety and Paranoia, Partnership Desires (59:55) Verse 2: Gifts for Someone Like Taylor, Elizabeth's Jewelry Collection, Musso & Frank's (01:06:24) Bridge: Perfume, Ex Lovers Will Always Be Tied To Taylor (01:09:35) Chorus 3 & Outro: Max Martin Adlibs (01:11:18) Music Theory Production Notes (01:12:49) Favorite Lyrics & Rating (01:14:04) This Song As A Recipe (01:19:40) Signing Off! SUPPORT US ON PATREON! Show us some love and get monthly bonus episodes and first dibs on upcoming episode ideas. We’d be enchanted to have you join our Swiftie community! Links Referenced Taylor Swift's Otter T-Shirt Inspires Fundraiser with Over $2.2 Million Donated to Sea Animals Taylor Swift Donates $100K to Toddler Fighting Brain Cancer: 'Sending the Biggest Hug' Ruby Rose Slams ‘Incredibly Stupid’ Criticism of Taylor Swift’s ‘Trad Wife’ Lyrics on ‘Showgirl’: ‘Stop It’ Taylor Swift Just Revealed the Inspo Behind Her Song “Elizabeth Taylor” and It’s So, So Sweet A Guide to the Old Hollywood Restaurant in Taylor Swift’s ‘Elizabeth Taylor’ Old Saint Nick’s Chocolate Espresso Martini Please make sure to subscribe and leave a review. If you’d like to reach out to send in a question or comment, please do so via any of these platforms: email blankplatepod@gmail.com leave a voicemail at (717) 382-831 Patreon (get bonus episodes and first dibs on episode ideas) YouTube Instagram TikTok You can also follow Sara and Laura individually: • Laura: Instagram and Tiktok• Sara: Instagram Listen to our previous podcast: Passports & Pizza

    1h 21m
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Join Sara and Laura as they do deep dives into the Tay-lore of individual Taylor Swift songs, react to new releases, discuss Taylor in the news, and overall just chat about all things regarding our Pop Queen Lord and Savior, Taylor Alison Swift. Each episode also touches on food in some way - It could be a recipe pairing for a song, deciding what kind of pizza each album would be, or trying to figure out why Taylor gets that Milk Bar cake for her birthday each year, so be sure to bring your appetite!

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