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September 15, 2023 / 00:53

This episode discusses the hiring of dedicated reporters for Taylor Swift and Beyonce by USA Today and The Tennessean, focusing on their cultural and economic impact.

The hosts express surprise at the decision to assign reporters specifically to these artists, questioning if it indicates a peak in their careers. They discuss the potential for rich storytelling within the fan economy surrounding both musicians.

One host shares a personal anecdote about their interview process for a similar role, humorously comparing it to their past marriage and referencing perceived issues.

TLDR

USA Today and The Tennessean hire reporters for Taylor Swift and Beyonce, discussing cultural impact and fan economy.

Episode

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USA Today and apparently The Tennessean is looking to fill positions for a Taylor Swift reporter and one for a
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Beyonce reporter the two roles will be focused on capturing the musical cultural and economic impact of the two
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icons wow devoting a reporter to one artist yeah two artists yeah when I first read this to be honest I thought
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it was a head fake just trying to get a press release for USA Today doesn't it kind of signal the downfall that's like
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isn't that ringing the bell at the top of their career I think they'll do well with it people can love Taylor Swift and
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Beyonce content and they have huge fan bases I think fan economy is more an interesting you could yield a million
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stories and go everywhere this is your opportunity how far are you along in the interview process be honest with me well
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I got through the interview process but similar to my first wife they claimed I had Revenge issues to which I responded
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we'll see about that that wasn't good at all

Episode Highlights

  • USA Today Seeks Music Reporters
    USA Today is hiring reporters focused on Taylor Swift and Beyonce, highlighting their cultural impact.
    “Devoting a reporter to one artist?”
    @ 00m 12s
    September 15, 2023

Episode Quotes

  • Wow, devoting a reporter to one artist?
    Best job ever?
  • Isn't that ringing the bell at the top of their career?
    Best job ever?

Key Moments

  • Hiring Announcement00:02
  • Cultural Impact Discussion00:10
  • Interview Process00:37