# 54. It's a Cruel Summer with News

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Published: 2025-06-26T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Talking Swift, hosts Meggles and Jess update listeners on recent Taylor Swift news following a brief hiatus due to travel plans and illness. They discuss statistics, Taylor's appearance at various events with boyfriend Travis, and a visit to a children's hospital. The episode also covers fan reactions, Taylor’s new summer collection, and speculations about future projects. Hosts: Meggles, Jess Stay Connected: Follow Talking Swift on social media for more Taylor Swift content and updates, including easter eggs of our own and polls: Bluesky: @TalkingSwift YouTube: @TalkingSwift Instagram: @talkingswiftov Threads: @talkingswiftov TikTok: @talkingswift X: @TalkingSwiftOV Join our Discord! Link in our linktree! linktr.ee/talkingswift Don't forget to like, follow, subscribe, rate, comment, and share with fellow Swifties! Thank you for joining us on this Taylor Swift adventure. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 01:05 Taylor Swift's Music Updates 04:06 Taylor and Travis: Recent Sightings 05:12 Wedding Controversy 09:04 Hockey Game 12:56 Tight End University 15:02 Taylor Swift's Visit to a Children's Hospital 17:18 Taylor Swift's Summer Collection and Speculations 23:03 Taylor Nation Updates 27:02 Upcoming Content and Closing Remarks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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