Ep. 75 - Reacting to Taylor Swift's engagement and my review of Man's Best Friend by Sabrina Carpenter

In this episode, we dive into Sabrina Carpenter’s highly anticipated follow-up to Short n’ Sweet — her new project Man’s Best Friend. Does it live up to the pop perfection of Espresso and Please Please? Not quite — but there’s still plenty to love. We break down the sonic shift from California soft rock to ABBA-inspired disco, the cheeky lyrics that made us double-take, and where this album hits (and misses). From the irresistible energy of Manchild and Tears to the hilarious brilliance of Goodbye, we go track by track and get real about what works, what doesn’t, and whether Sabrina’s still got the juice.

Plus, I share my honest take on Taylor Swift’s recent engagement — what it means for her songwriting, her lore, and how the internet is reacting (spoiler: it’s chaotic). Pop girlies, this one’s for you.

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