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Well it has been A MINUTE since we recorded! This week we recap the 1D 10 Year Anniversary website! We got new behind the scenes content for some ICONIC 1D music videos and some really interesting insight into the song-writing process of some old 1D classics. We also go through a Ten Things in 10 Years List of the biggest 1D news from each year 1D has been a band! We get very nostalgic, relive the pain of Zayn leaving the band, discuss the hiatus announcement and what we thought it meant back then, and much more! For our BLM segment, we discuss the Jacob Blake shooting, police brutality, and how to vote by mail in the upcoming presidential election (a vote for 3rd party is a vote for Trump!). We also talk about the tragic passing of Chadwick Boseman and his impact on our current political and pop culture. Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk about a potential Harry Styles x Megan Thee Stallion collaboration, the rumors that Harry was going to star alongside Brad Pitt in a movie about the trucking industry, and MORE! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

This week we have a special guest joining us all the way from Canada! Steph & Lucia discuss Niall's beautiful song "Dress." Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week Lucia interviews Steph on her boyband knowledge! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW STEPH: @smalltalktattoo on twitter & instagram FOLLOW STEPH'S ART ACCOUNT: @designsbysaka on instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

This week we talk about Liam's live stream concert & show, The LP Show! Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk about the 1D boys X Factor audition songs! We question what songs they would audition with now and how they would need to change their old audition songs to fit their current musical style! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

THE MUSTACHE was trending in the US over the past week and we discuss why! Harry Styles has grown a quarantine mustache and it is FAB! We discuss the history of mustaches and how they can be political statements, group identifiers (think cops & queer people), and both a way to present masculinity and turn masculinity on its head. We also talk about Niall picking up the ukulele during quarantine (potentially inspired by Julia Michaels) and what songs from Heartbreak Weather and Flicker we would like to hear played on the ukulele. Finally we talk about Gigi Hadid’s pregnancy update and how badass all pregnant people are for going through something so challenging during a pandemic. Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk about the 1D boys X Factor audition songs! We question what songs they would audition with now and how they would need to change their old audition songs to fit their current musical style! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

This week we talk about a whole bunch of stuff that has been happening lately with each of the 1D boys: -Harry Styles collaborated with Calm, the meditation app, and recorded a relaxing sleep story that you can now listen to! -Louis is no longer with Syco! What does this mean? -Niall Horan is featured on Ashe's new song, Moral of the Story. We talk about a cute interview they did together and a shirt they released -Liam is launching his "The LP Show" and we talk about what it might be -For our BLM segment we talk about a blues legend, Big Mama Thornton. Some of the articles we referenced: https://www.oxfordamerican.org/magazine/item/1098-the-thinning-of-big-mama https://timeline.com/lesbian-blues-harlem-secret-f3da10ec2334 http://andrejkoymasky.com/liv/fam/biot1/thornt01.html https://lgbt-history-archive.tumblr.com/post/154339474672/willie-mae-big-mama-thornton-december-11-1926 Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk about the fake leaked One Direction track list that it turns out is not fake at all! Over the course of recording this tddl and going through each "fake" track we discovered EVIDENCE online that each track was a real thing. Some we have heard and some we probably never will! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

This week we talk about a whole bunch of stuff that has been happening lately with each of the 1D boys: -Harry Styles collaborated with Calm, the meditation app, and recorded a relaxing sleep story that you can now listen to! (We recorded before it was released so we will let you know our thoughts on the story next week.) -You can now recreate the patchwork sweater Harry wore for his Today Show soundcheck right at home! The designer, JW Anderson has released a PDF with in-depth instructions on how to make your own. Send us pictures if you do! -Niall Horan is featured on Ashe's new song, Moral of the Story. We talk about its popularity on TikTok and the lyrics that Niall helped rewrite for the remixed version of the song. -It is Talk Direction's 5 year anniversary! We reflect on the past 5 years: the friendships we have made, how we have grown, and our favorite memories. We also discuss the future of Talk Direction and predict what we will be doing 5 years from now. -For our BLM segment we talk about he inspiring Sister Rosetta Tharpe. She was a queer, black woman who is considered the "godmother" of rock music! Learn more about her here: https://www.npr.org/2017/08/24/544226085/forebears-sister-rosetta-tharpe-the-godmother-of-rock-n-roll Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk about Harry Styles and Ben Winston shopping in London (maybe for 1D reunion?), Watermelon Sugar soaring up the pop radio charts, and #LetTheMusicPlay, a petition to get the UK government to financially support the music industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. We reflect on why we both LOVE live music so much! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

This week we are doing TWO song discussions in ONE! Heartbreak Weather and San Francisco feel like bookends to Niall's album and so we wanted to discuss them together and find all the connections! Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we have "Lucia's garbage pile of questions" ;) Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

Golden, golden, golden! This week we break down Harry Styles's song Golden, the album opener of his second album, Fine Line. We talk about the dreamy and sunshiney imagery in the versus and how the tingly music parallels these lyrics. We break down the song’s underlying message about the fear of losing your identity in a relationship and the deep loneliness after a breakup. Harry literally makes you read between the lines to see it: “You’re so golden/I don’t want to be alone/You’re so golden.” We also discuss the possibility that Harry’s words are directed, not to a lover, but to a past or other self who is too scared to live freely and authentically. Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we do another fanfic book club! We get real honest so get ready :) Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

On this episode we catch up with Niall & talk about Harry's rescheduled US tour dates! Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk about the 2014 One Direction interview in the guardian and how it reads now that it's 6 years later! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram FOLLOW KELLY: @catkel3299 on most platforms

Before you listen to this episode, please listen to episode 225 where we discuss police brutality, the worldwide protests, George Floyd’s murder, and what you can do to fight against white supremacy. On this episode we have a wonderful guest join us! Please welcome Kelly :) We all chat about Niall’s latest single Black and White. We talk: -the acoustic version and how it is perfect for first dances -all the live zoom/instagram versions of the song -how it is both a wedding JAM and a song about lost love -what a music video would look like -how it adds to the Heartbreak Weather album narrative -and MORE! Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk Harry's lace Lights Up dress and Niall's editorial in the Independent about the boys album promo during quarantine: what they have done, what works, and what we want them to do! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram FOLLOW KELLY: @catkel3299 on most platforms

This week we take the time to discuss the murder of George Floyd and countless other black people by the police. We discuss racism, white supremacy, police brutality, and the protests occurring world wide. We also talk about what you can do to help. We recommend: -Donating -Signing petitions -Going to your local protests -Talking to friends and family about racism -Educating yourself through books, podcasts, movies, & tv shows -Supporting black creators and businesses -Calling your elected officials & voting Please check out our Google Doc for more links and information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1U1Q6R8pV9OlKrEoMroCK36MtguHaDaAGuAy4lMud16Q/edit?usp=sharing Feel free to contact us with any questions or if you want to discuss anything we talked about on this episode. talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

We have a shorter episode today where we talk about what Liam & Niall have been doing to keep us entertained the last few weeks! Sorry for the iffy audio quality, Lucia was having some recording issues this week. Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we host our fanfic book club! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

The Watermelon Sugar music video is HERE! We talk about the beautiful color correction, stunning outfits, and dozens of watermelons on set! We also delve into a feminist discussion about body diversity and the male gaze. If you like when we get feminist, you will like this episode! Please share your thoughts on this music video and our episode! Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk Harry's lace Lights Up dress and Niall's editorial in the Independent about Damien Rice. Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

We've got a great hodgepodge episode this week! Jamie Scott gave us some insider info on a bunch of One Direction songs, Niall gave us a guitar tutorial, we play a game called "match the tweet" and more! Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we talk about youtube and ponder what kind of channels the boys would have if they were youtubers... Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram

Climb aboard our new episode! We hit on SO many topics this week: -Zayn & Gigi are having a BABY and they seem to be quarantined at a picturesque farm complete with a vegetable garden and animals. -Liam has become a YouTuber and we are thoroughly enjoying his content. We really question his egg making technique. -Niall covered Shine A Light with some fellow singers to recognize the efforts of essential workers. Their harmonies were on POINT! -TRIGGER WARNINGS (25:45 - 47:38) - assault, sexual assault, violence, homophobia, and transphobia. Harry is rumored to be up for the part of Boy George in his upcoming biopic. -Harry may now be performing at a virtual Radio 1 Big Weekend! We try to predict the setlist and where in Harry’s quarantine house he will record. Will his band be involved or will it be a solo adventure? -Finally, we look back at the Met Gala 2019 and Harry’s ICONIC lacy look. What did his outfit & nails say about Fine Line? Plus we lament the 2020 Met Gala’s postponement. Check out Talk Direction Down Low on patreon.com/talkdirection for EXTRA PODCAST CONTENT!! This week we play Guess the Quote! Lucia has to match a quote from one of the One Direction boys to who said it! Play along with us and tweet us your score. We throw it back all the way to 2012! Get in touch with us! talkdirection.tumblr.com talkdirection@gmail.com twitter// @talk_direction instagram// @talkdirection FOLLOW CAITLIN: @caitlinirfoster on twitter & instagram FOLLOW LUCIA: @lucciaoh on twitter & instagram