Taylor’d Takes

Taylor Doherty
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Taylor is a human wind-up toy, energized by people and off-the-cuff talk. Every Tuesday, she takes on guest interviews, pop culture rants, and whatever random thoughts cross her mind - because if she's thinking it, she's saying it. Joined by Ryan, who reacts, questions, and attempts to rein her in as she spirals into chaotic tangents he may or may not care about… but supports anyway. taylordtakes.substack.com

  1. Energy Vampires Are Real

    1D AGO

    Energy Vampires Are Real

    I worked graduation weekend, and it reminded me of a few things. * Somewhere in my late 20s I accidentally found another thing I genuinely enjoy outside of Taylor’d Takes: serving. It’s a grind, it’s exhausting, but so is literally every job? I love having a front-row seat to life’s biggest moments. And apparently getting called in as the “morale booster” is now part of my brand lol. * Graduation season sent me into a full college flashback spiral.I thought I was confident… I was actually just aggressively faking it until I made it. No regrets, but also… anyone else occasionally cringe at past-you? * Had a random table conversation about Spencer Pratt running for LA mayor, which somehow turned into a reminder that people love forming strong opinions with zero context. * Ryan and I got into “energy vampires” and the people who turn struggle into a competitive sport. * That I need to reset my expectations because perfection isn’t it. Maybe the win isn’t everything I didn’t get done… it’s that I was actually out there living. * My irrational fear of being kidnapped means I run through parking garages like I’m in a crime show just to get to my car. Questions of the week! Ryan: What’s your Chinese food order?Taylor: Are you running through the parking garage to get to your car late at night? Subscribe, follow, and send this to the friend who’s overwhelmed by everything they want to get done and needs the reminder that they’re actually doing better than they think. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

    48 min
  2. I Tried the Mall Massage Everyone Walks Past

    6D AGO

    I Tried the Mall Massage Everyone Walks Past

    We’ve all seen the mall massage setup. Some of you are brave. Some of you are curious. I’m both… So I did it. I got a massage in the middle of a mall and documented the whole thing because you deserve to know what actually happens. Is it relaxing? Is it chaos? Main character moment or public humiliation? I take you with me. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

    4 min
  3. Justice for Kyle Cooke: His Apology Tour Is OVER

    MAY 12

    Justice for Kyle Cooke: His Apology Tour Is OVER

    I’ve been a Kyle Cooke stan since day one and this Summer House rewatch only confirmed it: his apology tour is officially over. Rewatching from season one, it’s clear Kyle’s biggest issue has never been what he’s saying, it’s how he says it. Everyone focuses on the yelling, drinking, and chaos, but misses the pattern underneath it all. Kyle has consistently carried the emotional, financial, and public weight of his relationship with Amanda Batula while still showing up for her and defending her repeatedly. Not to mention Kyle being Bravo’s ultimate “girls’ girl” defending other women in the house over the years. Remember Cristina? The 17-page email he wrote to the house in defense of Amanda? And while Kyle continues to show up for everyone, he gets met with his wife subtly turning the house against him and consistently complaining about him from day one. News flash Amanda: Kyle is the partner YOU chose and continued to choose to stay with. At some point, stop complaining about a situation you keep choosing to be in. Kyle’s delivery often overshadows his valid points, but I am here to say it clearly: Kyle Cooke is done apologizing, and honestly, it’s about time the house apologized to him. Anywhoooooo. Justice for Kyle Cooke! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

    7 min
  4. Bathroom Politics, Turning 29 & Troll Culture

    MAY 8

    Bathroom Politics, Turning 29 & Troll Culture

    TGIF! A Friday episode because the Met Gala takes fully hijacked Tuesday. Naturally. My birthday was on Sunday, so Ryan and I get into all the extremely important life reflections that come with turning 29 like… wait… did I even fully live my 20s if I’ve never been to a club in Las Vegas? Have I done enough debauchery? I recap what might’ve been my favorite birthday yet: blueberry pancakes, flea markets, a picnic by the water, fake proposals on docks, and meeting a stranger named Kirk who somehow turned my birthday into an unexpectedly wholesome conversation about life, connection, and talking to people more. Not to mention a fisherman made an appearance and gifted me a birthday present. I also tell Ryan about making a VERY concrete birthday wish this year. No more vague wishes. I’m talking SMART goals. Measurable. Specific. Scientific. This sh*t needs to happen before I turn 30. Then my new friend Kirk gives us “questions for the audience” and suddenly we’re discussing: * Why men refuse to say they’re excited about things * The unwritten rules of bathroom etiquette * How to invite a friend to a movie without it feeling like a first date. Who drives? Who buys the tickets? Where are we sitting? * Why adult friendships weirdly feel like dating Taylor’d Takes on: * The power of deleting comments and protecting your energy online * Why I don’t fully speak on rumors until the SOURCE addresses it * Troll culture and whether “Duty Heads” invented online trash talk. Ryan survived 2009 Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 lobbies. IYKYK. Questions of the week! Ryan: What was your favorite game to trash talk in? Taylor: At what age do we stop going into the bathroom stall with our friends? Subscribe, follow, and send this to the friend you go into the stall with. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

    53 min
  5. Make It Make Sense: Met Gala Takes

    MAY 5

    Make It Make Sense: Met Gala Takes

    I locked in, hit record, and went OFF with my real-time Met Gala takes… because I have questions. Who got the theme vs. who just looked chic vs. Cardi B (I’m begging… make it make sense). The looks I will defend and the ones I simply cannot co-sign. Why hair and makeup might’ve been doing more than the outfits. And yes, Apple Watches and sunglasses at formal events… we’re addressing it. Also, Blake Lively showing up and what that says about Anna Wintour and Hollywood in general. Who’s your best and worst dressed? Go full Joan Rivers in the comments 👇 Subscribe, follow, and send this to a friend who has thoughts on the Met Gala looks. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

    28 min
  6. ACQUIRED A CONTROVERSY

    APR 28

    ACQUIRED A CONTROVERSY

    I took a break from watching ACQUIRED STYLE ACQUIRE A HUSBAND to… talk about it with Ryan. Brigette Pheloung’s luxury bachelorette in St Barts has the internet talking - to put it mildly. Was it iconic… or completely out of touch? Either way? She gained 1 million followers, flew private with her best friends, took over St Barts, and put Swan Beauty on everyone’s radar (don’t worry - Ryan goes full conspiracy theorist trying to figure out who they are). So sure… she can’t “win” everyone on the internet over. But one thing is very clear: she’s winning. Taylor’d Takes on: * Doing “too much” vs. “not enough” (pick your fighter) * How ACQUIRED STYLE is just like us… rewearing pieces?? groundbreaking * Why controversy = visibility = $$$ * Are influencers living… or performing? * Live audience etiquette (please… stop talking) * Gender reveal: wait or find out? * Posting online: sharing your life vs. seeking validation * A breakdown of our favorite looks from ACQUIRED A HUSBAND * The narrative that weddings/bachelorettes are “out of control”… and why ACQUIRED STYLE didn’t subscribe Subscribe, follow, and send this to the friend who says “that’s too much”… but would be packed in 10 minutes. Questions of the week! What was your favorite look from ACQUIRED A HUSBAND? What should Ryan acquire this year? He’s leaving it up to you to decide for him. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

    49 min
  7. Why the Summer House Leak Changes Everything

    APR 24

    Why the Summer House Leak Changes Everything

    I am MAD at whoever leaked the Summer House reunion audio. I get into why instant access is killing the payoff, what Andy Cohen and Bravo TV are saying, and why some moments are actually better when you wait. Plus: a PSA on how (and who) to watch the reunion with on May 26. Drop your watch plan: solo, besties, or chaos group? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

    3 min

  8. APR 21

    Unfiltered… But At What Cost? Bieber Fever, Mean Girl Energy & a Kathy Griffin Encounter

    This episode starts fun… and ends with a question I can’t stop thinking about. We get into the Alex Cooper vs. Alix Earle situation, call out what “mean girl energy” really looks like (because it’s not always loud), and break down Bieberchella YET AGAIN because I can confirm I’ve caught full-blown Bieber fever. And yeah… SCAMANDA? We’re moving on. Energy revoked. Then a run-in with Kathy Griffin brings it somewhere deeper: Am I saying too much… or not saying enough? Because being unfiltered feels like the move… until it’s not. But holding back? Also not it. So where’s the line? Taylor’d Takes: * Alex Cooper vs. Alix Earle - silence vs. speaking up… both are loud * “Mean girl energy” isn’t always obvious but you always feel it * Justin Bieber lore is real… and the way he shows up (with fans + Billie Eilish) proves he gets it * A run-in with Kathy Griffin that had me asking… am I entering my “zero f*cksville” era or just visiting? * SCAMANDA: it’s giving performance, not reality. We see you. * Oversharing vs. protecting your peace… where’s the line? Subscribe, follow, and send this to someone who overshares… respectfully. Comment your Culver’s order. We need to know… and warning: Ryan will in fact judge it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit taylordtakes.substack.com

    55 min
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Taylor is a human wind-up toy, energized by people and off-the-cuff talk. Every Tuesday, she takes on guest interviews, pop culture rants, and whatever random thoughts cross her mind - because if she's thinking it, she's saying it. Joined by Ryan, who reacts, questions, and attempts to rein her in as she spirals into chaotic tangents he may or may not care about… but supports anyway. taylordtakes.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Taylor Doherty
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Taylor'd Takes
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