E116: Taylor Swift Songs That Are Basically Bridgerton Episodes | AP Taylor Swift Podcast

"I don't want you like a best friend." What happens when we view Taylor Swift's music through the lens of Regency era romance? In this week's Show & Tell episode, we explore Taylor Swift’s songs through Shonda Rhimes's Netflix adaptation of Julia Quinn’s “Bridgerton” novels to uncover how Taylor's songs capture the tension, longing, and swoony moments that define the series. From secret romances in crowded rooms to enemies-to-lovers slow burns, we connect three iconic Bridgerton couples to Taylor Swift songs that perfectly capture their love stories. Whether you're Team Daphne and Simon, obsessed with Kate and Anthony, or rooting for Colin and Penelope, this episode has something for every Bridgerton fan.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Bridgerton Series, Julia Quinn
• The Duke and I (Bridgerton #1), Julia Quinn
• The Viscount Who Loved Me (Bridgerton #2), Julia Quinn
• Romancing Mister Bridgerton (Bridgerton #4), Julia Quinn
• Bridgerton Netflix Series
• Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
• Marie Antoinette (2006), Sofia Coppola
• Romeo + Juliet (1996), Baz Luhrmann
• Moulin Rouge (2001), Baz Luhrmann
• Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen
• E31: Shakespeare

Episode Highlights:

[00:26] Bridgerton Overview

[13:05] “I Wish You Would,” 1989

[24:08] “Wildest Dreams,” 1989

[34:18] “Dress,” Reputation

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