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Desire and Connection: The Taylor Swift Effect
In this chapter, the speakers explore the intricate relationship between desire, emotional connection, and personal investment, with Taylor Swift as a central figure. They discuss the transformative joy fans experience upon meeting her, juxtaposing it with the concept of 'Taylor Swift amnesia' and the psychological implications of intense emotional events. By integrating Lacanian theory, they investigate how these experiences reflect broader societal dynamics and the complexities of emotional ties in relationships.