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Capitalism (Taylor's Version) (25-minute Podcast Version)

Planet Money

2 DAYS AGO
Planet Money

Planet Money

2 DAYS AGO

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Taylor Swift reaches new heights with her latest album, which is both divisive and record-breaking. And it’s fueled by an elaborate series of business choices that propel profits but also chart numbers. Today’s episode comes from our friends at Today Expla...

Highlights

Taylor Swift's latest release has shattered records and sparked intense debate, not just for its sound but for the sophisticated business mechanics behind its success. This album rollout reveals how modern music stardom blends art, commerce, and fan culture in unprecedented ways.
09:37
Sabrina Carpenter won the chart race by just 1,000 units using strategic variant releases.
14:30
Taylor Swift has become an avatar for many people's anxieties and dissatisfactions.
16:16
Leaked lyrics of a crass song aimed at Charlie XCX intensified backlash against Swift's album
23:57
Taylor Swift made the album not for money but to control her public narrative

Chapters

How did Taylor Swift break sales records in just one week?
00:00
Why are artists flooding the market with album variants?
06:19
What tricks do musicians use to climb the charts in 2025?
12:18
Why is Taylor Swift facing unexpected backlash this time?
16:16
Is Taylor Swift evolving from victim to villain on purpose?
19:49

Transcript

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