Swiftologist
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Podcast Overview
<div><p><strong>Swiftologist</strong> is the official audio feed of pop culture commentator Zachary Hourihane. Known for incisive analysis of Taylor Swift, pop music, celebrity branding, and internet discourse, Swiftologist offers smart, funny, and unfiltered commentary on the artists and stories shaping contemporary culture. From album reviews and career retrospectives to media criticism and pop industry analysis, this is where fandom meets critical thinking.</p> </div>
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Publishing Since
3/19/2026
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Recent Episodes
May 25, 2026
20: One Song That Can Destroy an Entire Pop Era
Host Alex Ross analyzes how a single lead single, featuring artists like Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo, determines the success or failure of an entire pop music era.
May 18, 2026
19: I Ranked Every Olivia Rodrigo Song From WORST to BEST 😬
Host Olivia Rodrigo expert ranks every song from "SOUR" to "GUTS," offering a definitive worst-to-best analysis before the new album.
May 11, 2026
18: Anthony Fantano Admits He Was Wrong About Everything
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20 total episodes available with 2 transcripts
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- What is Swiftologist?
<div><p><strong>Swiftologist</strong> is the official audio feed of pop culture commentator Zachary Hourihane. Known for incisive analysis of Taylor Swift, pop music, celebrity branding, and internet discourse, Swiftologist offers smart, funny, and unfiltered commentary on the artists and stories shaping contemporary culture. From album reviews and career retrospectives to media criticism and pop industry analysis, this is where fandom meets critical thinking.</p> </div> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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