Episode Details

Today we’re getting lost in wonderland! In this Show & Tell episode, your professors of Taylor Swift came prepared with songs connected to or inspired by the story of “Alice in Wonderland” by Lewis Carroll. Maansi explores the direct references found in “Wonderland,” Jodi argues that “It’s Nice to Have a Friend” captures the spirit of the story, and Jenn focuses on the power of tea time in “Anti-Hero.” So pour yourself a cup of tea, put on your favorite hat, and join us for a conversation about how Taylor Swift’s music captures both the whimsy and the complexity of this classic story. 

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Mentioned in the episode: 

“Wonderland” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oq4nEzEiegA

“It’s Nice to Have a Friend” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaP1VswBF28

“Anti-Hero” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqN2qFvY64U

“Alice in Wonderland” by Lewis Carroll: https://tinyurl.com/2d2vcpbp

“Alice in Wonderland” Disney animated film: https://amzn.to/3OVgeZM

“Alice in Wonderland” 2010 live-action film: https://tinyurl.com/3v7xpbhr

Edgar Allan Poe Poetry: https://tinyurl.com/43yc69vc

Emily Dickenson Poetry: https://tinyurl.com/5n7rv47v

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Episode Highlights: 

[00:56] Alice in Wonderland: Topic Introduction

[04:00] Alice in Wonderland: 2010 Live Action Film

[06:30] Wonderland: falling down the rabbit hole

[18:45] It’s Nice to Have a Friend: stay in bed the whole weekend 

[35:04] Anti-Hero: at tea time, everyone agrees  

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