

Every Single Album
The Ringer
Nora Princiotti and Nathan Hubbard are two pop music enthusiasts. Together, they break down every single album from some of your favorite stars, like Taylor Swift, Adele, and Harry Styles. Topics include favorite collaborators, track five meanings, where these artists get their inspiration, and more.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 55min
We're Getting an Eras Tour Doc | Every Single Album: Taylor Swift
Our clowning has finally been proved right: We're getting an Eras Tour docuseries. Nora and Nathan talk about the announcement that Taylor Swift will be releasing a six-episode docuseries about her record-breaking tour (1:00), do a very close reading of the trailer that was dropped along with the announcement (9:49), and make some predictions about what this series could cover (25:53).
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Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 19min
A Post–'The Life of a Showgirl' Mailbag | Every Single Album: Taylor Swift
It's been a week since the release of 'The Life of a Showgirl,' and it's time for a debrief. First, Nora and Nathan talk about Taylor Swift breaking Adele's record for first-week album sales (1:00), then they open up the mailbag to answer questions about favorite discoveries made since the album dropped (18:43), whether or not they think this album will get any Grammy nominations (38:21), and what they think the strongest lyrics on this album are (46:33).
Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Nathan Hubbard
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Oct 5, 2025 • 2h 27min
'The Life of a Showgirl' | Every Single Album: Taylor Swift
Dive into the playful world of Taylor Swift's latest album, where nostalgia meets fresh vibes! The hosts explore the album's fun and carefree nature, contrasting it with past serious works. They dissect Swift's collaborations with Max Martin and Shellback, and how her evolving life perspective colors her lyrics. Songs reflect themes of maturity and love, while conversations about social media dynamics reveal how fandom has changed. Get ready for insights on standout tracks, clever storytelling, and what this record means for her next chapter!

Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 10min
A Pre-'The Life of a Showgirl' Anxiety Dump
We're 8 days out from the release of Taylor Swift's newest album, 'The Life of a Showgirl,' so it's time to work through some feelings. Nora and Nathan talk about all of the promo (or lack of) leading up to the release (1:00), how the success of this album might impact Swift's level of stardom (17:06), and all of their other final predictions for the record (46:56).
Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Nathan Hubbard
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Sep 18, 2025 • 41min
The 2026 Coachella Lineup, Charli XCX's Second Wedding, and Taylor at the Chiefs Game (Maybe?)
Nora and Nathan chat about some music and pop culture news from the week, like the 2026 Coachella lineup, which surprisingly features Justin Bieber as a headliner (1:00); Charli XCX's second wedding in Sicily, featuring Matty Healy (15:07); and whether or not Taylor Swift was really at the Chiefs game last Sunday (25:26).
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Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 31min
'Who's the Clown?' | Every Single Album: Audrey Hobert
Nora and Nathan briefly recap their favorite moments from the VMAs (1:00) before getting into the debut album from Audrey Hobert, 'Who's the Clown?' (12:22). They talk about Hobert's other job—writing songs with Gracie Abrams (17:47)—the ways in which this album is similar to and different from Abrams's 'The Secret of Us' (23:33), and the complex lyrics over simple chords that make this album one of the best debuts since Olivia Rodrigo's (44:01).
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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 19min
‘Man’s Best Friend’ | Every Single Album: Sabrina Carpenter
Take a deep dive into Sabrina Carpenter's seventh studio album, where the hosts debate if 'Manchild' is the ultimate summer anthem. They dissect 'Tears,' alongside a captivating music video, and explore lyrical Easter eggs and musical inspirations. The discussion spans the album's thematic richness, production quality, and the contrast between music videos and live performances. The hosts share personal favorites, humorous insights, and reflections on Carpenter's artistic growth, while predicting her future trajectory in pop music.

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Aug 27, 2025 • 60min
Taylor Swift Is Engaged
Nora and Nathan dive into Taylor Swift's stunning engagement to Travis Kelce, detailing the secret logistics behind the surprise announcement. They discuss the emotional impact on her fans and the fairytale parallels in her life and music. Speculations swirl around whimsical wedding ideas, possibly at the Super Bowl, while predicting the bridal party's likely members. The conversation also touches on the balance of love and finance, exploring the dynamics of celebrity relationships and the significance of privacy amid public interest.

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Aug 20, 2025 • 1h 7min
Everything You Want to Know About TS12
Nora and Nathan dive into the buzz around Taylor Swift's forthcoming album, discussing intriguing song titles and possible themes. They speculate whether a single will drop soon and how renowned producers Max Martin and Shellback might shape the album's sound. Listeners send in questions, fueling lively debates on the significance of track five and the joy-filled evolution in the artist's music. Their engaging conversation also touches on visual elements in music videos and the influences of relationships within the pop scene.

Aug 14, 2025 • 1h 29min
‘The Life of a Showgirl’: Everything We Know (and Are Predicting) About TS12
Nora and Nathan are breaking down a big week of Taylor Swift news. They talk about the lead-up to the announcement of her new album, her appearance on the New Heights podcast, and everything we learned from it, and speculate as to what ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ could sound like.
Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Nathan Hubbard
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