We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: It’s all French to me. Macron calls a snap general election following the European elections. Finger WAGging. The Times investigates the dull wives and girlfriends of England’s football team. Plus – I’m the bad guy, it's me. The Guardian explores Taylor Swift’s origin story.

Miranda Sawyer is joined by editor of Pop Bitch Chris Lochery and stand up comedian Daniel Foxx.

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Macron’s election gamble – When did WAGs get boring? – The dark history of Taylor Swift