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Analyzing the music and meaning of one album per season, one song per episode. Join host Cole Cuchna as he dives deep into albums by Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West, Beyonce, Frank Ocean, Mac Miller, and more. Let's Dissect.

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    2019 Music Podcast


  • Jun 3, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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  • 53m AVG DURATION
  • 292 EPISODES
  • 5 SEASONS

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The Dissect podcast is an absolute gem for any music lover out there. Hosted by the talented and dedicated Cole Cuchna, this podcast takes beloved albums and dissects them with an incredibly detailed and in-depth analysis. Whether you are a musician or simply someone who appreciates good music, The Dissect podcast will open your ears to a whole new level of appreciation for the art form.

One of the best aspects of The Dissect podcast is the way it delves into every aspect of each song. From lyrics to time signatures to esoteric instruments used, Cole leaves no stone unturned. His meticulous attention to detail and extensive research shine through in each episode. This podcast is a treasure trove of knowledge, revealing brand new patterns and layers in songs that you may have thought you knew inside out.

Another standout feature of The Dissect podcast is its approachable technical analysis that almost feels like poetry. Cole has a unique talent for breaking down complex musical concepts into accessible language, making it enjoyable even for those without a deep knowledge of music theory. He weaves together storytelling with informative commentary, creating a narrative that keeps you engaged from start to finish.

However, one drawback of The Dissect podcast is that it primarily focuses on English-language albums. It would be great to see more exploration of music from different languages and cultures. For example, having episodes dedicated to Spanish albums like those by Bad Bunny or J Balvin would provide valuable insights into the work that goes into these projects and help bridge cultural gaps in understanding music.

In conclusion, The Dissect podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone who is fascinated by the intricacies of music composition and wants to gain a deeper understanding of their favorite albums and artists. Cole's passion and dedication shine through in every episode as he uncovers hidden gems within the songs we already love. With its informative yet accessible approach, this podcast will enrich your musical experience and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the art form.



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S13E12 - Why is Baby Keem on Mr. Morale? Dissecting "Savior - Interlude"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 33:34


Our season-long dissection of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with "Savior - Interlude" performed by Baby Keem. We explore how Keem's feature mirrors Kodak Black's, why Kendrick Lamar made this symbolic pairing, and how it all sets up the next song "Savior." Shop ⁠Dissect S13 Merch⁠. Follow Dissect on⁠ Instagram⁠,⁠ Twitter⁠, or⁠ TikTok⁠. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E11 - Dissecting "Crown" & "Silent Hill" by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 39:43


Our season-long dissection of Mr Morale & The Big Steppers' continues with "Crown" and "Silent Hill." Shop ⁠Dissect S13 Merch⁠. Follow Dissect on⁠ Instagram⁠,⁠ Twitter⁠, or⁠ TikTok⁠. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E10 - Dissecting "Count Me Out" by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 45:58


Our dissection of Mr Morale & The Big Steppers resumes with "Count Me Out." As the first track on Act 2, the song is positioned as the first therapy session with Eckhart Tolle, as Kendrick reveals some his most vulnerable thoughts and emotions. Shop ⁠Dissect S13 Merch⁠. Follow Dissect on⁠ Instagram⁠,⁠ Twitter⁠, or⁠ TikTok⁠. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The TDE Song Draft

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 99:00


Dissect's Cole Cuchna is joined by Curtiss King and King Green to draft their favorite songs from TDE artists across 4 categories: Hit Song, Deep Cut, Collab Track, and Personal Favorites. Listen to a playlist of their picks ⁠here⁠. TDE or Top Dawg Entertainment has been the most influential independent label of the 21st Century. After establishing themselves with core artists Kendrick Lamar, Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, and Schoolboy Q, they have continued their dominance with artists like SZA, Isaiah Rashad, Doechii, and most recently, Ray Vaughn. Season 13 will resume next week with “Count Me Out.” Host: Cole Cuchna Guests: Curtiss King, King Green Audio/Video Production: Kevin Pooler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

it's time to talk about kanye

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 28:38


Not an episode I wanted to do, but one I felt I needed to do. My thoughts on the current state of Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West. Our season on Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers will resume May 20th. Follow @dissectpodcast on⁠ Instagram⁠, ⁠X⁠, or⁠ TikTok⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's the Best Song on GNX? | LAST SONG STANDING

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 113:53


We're taking a few weeks off Dissect's Cole Cuchna is joined by The Ringer's Charles Holmes to discuss Kendrick Lamar's GNX and debate it's best song. There's GNX background and trivia, lyrical breakdowns, and best song nominations. They also discuss the Kendrick x Drake battle songs to see whether any of Kendrick's battle tracks make the cut. Last Song Standing is an annual show on the Dissect podcast feed that attempts to crown an artist's greatest song of all time by debating their way through their entire discography. Past season can listened to for free on Spotify. Dissect will resume its season on Mr. Morale and The Big Steppers in a few weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E9 - Dissecting 'Purple Hearts' by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 61:08


Our season-long analysis of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with "Purple Hearts." As the final song of Disc 1, "Purple Hearts" represents a critical juncture in the album where Kendrick calls on God to guide him through the album's emotionally wrenching second half. Kendrick also receives guidance from Ghostface Killah, who plays a Saint-like role in the story. Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E8 - Dissecting 'We Cry Together' by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 42:56


Our season-long analysis of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with its eighth track "We Cry Together." We interpret the song as a representation of Eckhart Tolle's concept of the pain-body, an energy field within the body comprised of accumulated, unconfronted trauma and pain. Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E7 - Dissecting 'Rich Spirit' by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 41:57


Our season-long examination of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with "Rich Spirit." Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Celebrating 10 Years of 'To Pimp a Butterfly'

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 71:09


Dissect's Cole Cuchna is joined by hip hop journalist Rob Markman to discuss the 10 year anniversary of Kendrick Lamar's To Pimp a Butterfly. Together they reflect on the album's release and reception, its enduring themes, and its legacy. Watch Rob's iconic MTV interview with Kendrick here. Follow Rob Markman on YouTube. Host: Cole Cuchna Guest: Rob Markman Video/Audio Producer: Kevin Pooler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E6 - Why is Kodak Black on Mr. Morale? Dissecting "Rich - Interlude"

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 50:54


Our season-long analysis of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with "Rich - Interlude," a track given to controversial rapper Kodak Black. Why? Well, that's exactly the question we attempt to answer. Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E5 - Dissecting "Father Time" by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 45:37


Our season-long analysis of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with a lyrical dissection of "Father Time." Kendrick confronts the mask of masculinity he inherited from his father and realizes he must transcend the toxic elements or risk passing them on to his own children. Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E4 - Dissecting "Die Hard" by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 36:35


Our season-long analysis of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with "Die Hard." After establishing the capacity for evil in all human beings on the previous song, "Die Hard" posits that the opposite must be true: that we all have the capacity for good, too. Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E3 - Dissecting "Worldwide Steppers" by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 60:42


Our season-long dissection of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with a lyrical analysis of "Worldwide Steppers." New episodes release every Tuesday. Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:25 Episode 2 Recap 01:21 "Worldwide Steppers" Intro Analysis 03:33 Meaning of "oklama" 07:25 Significance of Name Order 10:13 "Worldwide Steppers" Breakdown & Significance 12:13 Chorus Breakdown 14:48 Eckhart Tolle's Egoic Unconsciousness Explained 16:50 Verse 1 Analysis 28:15 Verse 2 Analysis 35:14 Chorus Analysis Pt 2 38:56 Verse 3 Analysis 53:52 Conclusions / Episode Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E2 - Dissecting 'N95' by Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 55:58


We continue our season-long analysis of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers with its second track "N95." Kendrick critiques the various masks we wear to fabricate our identities in our performance of self on the world's stage. New episodes of Dissect release every Tuesday. Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kendrick Lamar's Great American Game (Super Bowl Reaction)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 41:20


Dissect host Cole Cuchna shares his initial thoughts and analysis on Kendrick Lamar's Halftime performance at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S13E1 - Kendrick Lamar: Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 58:05


Dissect's first VIDEO season is an 18-episode analysis of Kendrick Lamar's Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers. After revisiting Kendrick's years-long public hiatus leading up to its 2022 release, today's episode dissects the album's opening track "United In Grief" - a song that sets up every major theme explored on the album. New episodes every Tuesday. Shop limited Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Additional Production: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Season 13 Album Reveal! Begins February 4th.

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 1:27


Season 13 of Dissect begins Tuesday, February 4th. A VIDEO version of the podcast will be available on Spotify and YouTube. However, Dissect remains an audio-first experience, and has not changed from its original format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mac Miller's 'Balloonerism' is an Existential Dream (Full Album Analysis)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 91:41


Dissect's Cole Cuchna breaks down the title, themes, and sequencing of Mac Miller's Balloonerism - a surreal exploration of mortality, addiction, and purpose. Cole dissects each song, explores the psychedelic influences of The Beatles, and places special emphasis on the album's final song "Tomorrow Will Never Know." Dissect Season 13 will premiere February 4th. Follow @dissectpodcast for clues leading up to the album reveal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our Favorite Music of 2024

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 103:38


Cole and Cam award their favorite music of the year across a number of categories, including Favorite Album, Favorite Song, Favorite Underground Album, Most Surprising Album, and many more. Listen to the playlist of songs featured in this episode here. Host: Cole Cuchna Guest: Camden Ostrander Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best Bars of 2024. Plus: Drake vs. Kendrick Retrospective

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 113:42


Dissect's Cole Cuchna is joined by Touré, King Green, and James Francis to reflect on the historic year in hip hop. They begin by revisiting the Drake and Kendrick battle, nominating their favorite song, lyrics, and quotable that came from the beef. Then they award and dissect their favorite rap lyrics of the year before closing out the show with their favorite song and album of 2024. Follow Toure, King Green, and James Francis, and check out the Rap Latte podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unreleased MF DOOM Interview (Exclusive Premiere)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 73:19


Alongside Rhymesayers Entertainment, Dissect is honored to premiere an unreleased interview with MF DOOM as part of the 20th anniversary celebration of MM..FOOD. Recorded in 2004 just weeks before FOOD's release, the interview spanned DOOM's entire career, including his origins as Zev Love X, his approach to writing and production, and thriving as an independent artist. Shop MM..FOOD (20th Anniversary Edition) Listen to MM..FOOD (20th Anniversary Edition) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kendrick Lamar Is Out For Blood on 'GNX'

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 136:08


Cole and Femi discuss their first impressions of Kendrick Lamar's GNX. After sharing their first listen experience, they dissect the album's themes, concept, and provide extensive analysis on two key tracks: 'wacced out murals' and 'reincarnated.' *Recorded 11/25/24. "Squabbled Up" video released during recording so it was not discussed. Host: Cole Cuchna Guest: Femi Olutade (Dissect S5 co-author) Audio Producer: Kevin Pooler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CHROMAKOPIA is here (and it's really good)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 90:42


Cole and Cam share their first impressions of Tyler The Creator's CHROMAKOPIA. They discuss the album's themes and sound, share their favorite moments and features, and attempt to dissect the meaning of the project's title and concept. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CHROMAKOPIA is coming! Here's what we know.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 45:14


The rollout for Tyler The Creator's Chromakopia has been a masterclass in world building and fan engagement. Cole dissects the various video snippets, album title, and character, and speculates on possible album themes and concepts ahead of its release on October 28th. Next week, Cole will return to give his first impressions on the album. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Doechii dissects "Alligator Bites Never Heal" (Our First Ever Artist Interview!)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 80:50


Doechii joins the show to breakdown her new project "Alligator Bites Never Heal" (TDE Records). Cole and Doechii discuss the meaning behind its title and artwork, dissect some of its best lyrics, and Cole even gets to pitch her one of his wild musical conspiracy theories. Did you enjoy the convo? Let us know if you'd like to hear more artist interviews on Dissect! Hit us up @dissectpodcast on Twitter or Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kendrick drops "Watch The Party Die" - is an album next?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 41:11


Cole dissects Kendrick Lamar's new song unofficially titled "Watch The Party Die" and theorizes about the possibility of new album coming soon as soon as Friday the 13th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Easter Eggs in Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Announcement

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 45:16


There's more to it than you think. Cole dissects the many references and subliminal messages in Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl announcement video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crowning OutKast's Best Song Ever | LAST SONG STANDING (Finale)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 104:15


The moment is here. After revisiting their entire discography over 6 episodes, Cole and Charles finally crown OutKast's Last Song Standing: the greatest OutKast song of all time. Let us know your OutKast list by filling out the template at @dissectpodcast on Twitter or IG. Hosts: Cole Cuchna & Charles Holmes Producer: Justin Sayles Audio: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aquemini by OutKast | LAST SONG STANDING (E6)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 114:06


Our journey to crown the greatest OutKast song of all time continues with the duo's classic album Aquemini. Cole and Charles discuss its creation and release, quiz each other with album trivia, and then nominate which songs should be in contention for OutKast's all time best. Hosts: Cole Cuchna & Charles Holmes Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Engineer: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big Boi: Speakerboxxx + Features | LAST SONG STANDING (E5)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 102:51


Our journey to crown the greatest OutKast song of all time continues with an episode dedicated to Big Boi. First we cover his 2003 album Speakerboxxx and then nominate our favorite Big Boi features and solo album cuts. Hosts: Cole Cuchna & Charles Holmes Guest/Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andre 3000: The Love Below + Features | LAST SONG STANDING (E4)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 131:12


The LSS Boyz continue their journey to crown OutKast's best song ever with a special episode dedicated to Andre 3000. First, Cole and Charles revisit Andre's 2003 "solo" album The Love Below, then cover Andre's incredible catalog of feature verses. Hosts: Cole Cuchna, Charles Holmes Producer, Guest: Justin Sayles Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Childish Gambino is back! First reaction to Bando Stone & The New World

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 76:47


Cole and Cam share their thoughts on Childish Gambino's new album (and soon to be film) Bando Stone & The New World. They cover the album's rollout, its exploration of genre, initial thoughts on its concept, and name their Top 3 favorite moments on the album so far. At the end of the episode, they also share their favorite albums of 2024 so far. Host/EP: Cole Cuchna Guest: Camden Ostrander Audio Engineer: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Not Like Us" by Kendrick Lamar - A Comprehensive Analysis

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 136:42


The most comprehensive analysis of Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" to date. Join Dissect host Cole Cuchna as he unpacks every reference and easter egg in the song and music video, dissects the new music snippet at the video's start, and draws some final conclusions from the Drake and Kendrick battle as a whole. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host: Cole Cuchna Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ATLiens by OutKast | LAST SONG STANDING (E2)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 112:08


Our journey to crown OutKast's greatest song ever continues with the duo's sophomore masterpiece ATLiens. Cole and Charles debate its best songs, quiz each other with trivia, and provide some context and history around this seminal release. Hosts: Cole Cuchna & Charles Holmes Producer, Guest: Justin Sayles Audio Engineer: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik | LAST SONG STANDING (E3)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 102:14


The LSS Boyz continue their journey to crown OutKast's best song ever with the duo's 1994 debut Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik. Cole and Charles discuss the history of the album, quiz each other with trivia, and nominate the songs they feel should be in contention for OutKast's all time best. Hosts: Cole Cuchna, Charles Holmes Producer, Guest: Justin Sayles Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stankonia | LAST SONG STANDING (E1)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 113:48


Our journey to crown OutKast's greatest song ever begins with Stankonia - the album that transformed the duo into global superstars. Join Dissect host Cole Cuchna and The Ringer's Charles Holmes as they revisit the album's history and themes, stump each other with album trivia, and debate the songs that should be in contention for OutKast's greatest ever. Let us know your picks off the album by tagging @dissectpodcast and @charlesxholmes. Producer, Special Guest: Justin Sayles Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last Song Standing returns July 9th (Artist Reveal Inside!)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 0:44


On Tuesday, August 1st, Cole Cuchna (Dissect) and Charles Holmes (The Midnight Boys) are back with Season 2 of Last Song Standing, a show that attempts to determine an artist's single greatest song by debating through their ENTIRE catalog. After crowning Kendrick Lamar's best song in Season 1, the LSS Boyz are now tackling one of the most enigmatic artists of a generation. Listen to Last Song Standing on the Dissect feed every Tuesday beginning August 1st. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MF DOOM Song Draft

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 64:16


Cole, Cam, and Justin celebrate the end of the Season 12 with an MF DOOM song draft, selecting DOOM tracks across five categories. Share your picks with the guys on social media, tagging @dissectpodcast. Host/EP: Cole Cuchna Guests: Camden Ostrander, Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E12 - That's That by MF DOOM (Finale)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 45:54


Our season-long analysis of MF DOOM concludes with a line by line dissection of "That's That" off DOOM's final solo album Born Like This. We also discuss the controversial DOOMbot performance art shows before sharing some final takeaways from our months long study of Daniel Dumile's musical universe. Follow us over the break @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E11 - One Beer / Rapp Snitch Knishes by MF DOOM

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 36:51


Our penultimate episode on MF DOOM features line by line dissections of two standout tracks off MM..FOOD: "One Beer" and "Rapp Snitch Knishes." Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E10 - Beef Rap by MF DOOM

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 39:08


We continue our season-long dissection of MF DOOM with a two part survey of 2004's MM..FOOD. We discuss the album's central concept and themes before a line by line analysis of its first track, "Beef Rap." Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E9 - Rhinestone Cowboy by Madvillain

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 35:26


Our analysis of MF DOOM and Madlib's Madvillainy concludes with its final cut "Rhinestone Cowboy." However, this is not the last episode of the season. Next week, we begin our survey of MM...FOOD. Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E8 - All Caps / Great Day by Madvillain

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 41:54


Our analysis of MF DOOM and Madlib's Madvillainy continues with the iconic track "All Caps" followed by its penultimate cut "Great Day." Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E7 - Strange Ways / Fancy Clown by Madvillain

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 43:31


We continue our season long analysis of MF DOOM with a line by line dissection of Madvillainy's "Strange Ways" and "Fancy Clown." Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dissecting "Euphoria" by Kendrick Lamar (PART 2)

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 115:42


A line by line analysis of Kendrick Lamar's new song "euphoria." Part 2 of our emergency double episode on the ongoing beef between Kendrick and Drake. Our current season on MF DOOM will resume next Tuesday, May 14th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kendrick vs. Drake: Instant Reaction (PART 1)

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 104:14


Cole is joined by The Ringer's Charles Holmes and Justin Sayles to discuss the weekend's sudden and chaotic crescendo of the ongoing beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. They talk through the timeline events, discuss each track, and declare a winner. Finally, they rank their top 3 songs of the beef. Our current season on MF DOOM will resume next Tuesday, May 14th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E6 - Figaro by Madvillain

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 35:44


Our dissection of MF DOOM and Madlib's Madvillainy continues with "Figaro" - a track that finds both artists in prime form. S12 Merch is available for a limited time here. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Money Folder by Madvillain (BONUS)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 55:42


S12 co-writer Camden Ostrander joins the show for a bonus conversational episode dissecting "Money Folder" by MF DOOM and Madvillain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E5 - Raid / Curls by Madvillain

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 38:03


Our dissection of MF DOOM and Madlib's Madvillainy continues with the songs "Raid" and "Curls." S12 Merch is available for a limited time here. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E4 - Meat Grinder by Madvillain

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 37:18


Our season long dissection of MF DOOM and Madlib's Madvillainy continues with its third track "Meat Grinder" - a complex lyrical odyssey accompanied by an equally impressive beat. Dissect S12 merchandise is now available here. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E3 - Accordion by Madvillain

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 50:57


We begin our season-long analysis of MF DOOM and Madlib's collaborative classic Madvillainy. We revisit the circumstances that brought the two together, then dive into the album's opening track "The Illest Villains" before our line by line analysis of "Accordion." Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dissecting Operation Doomsday's Best Bars

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 58:18


S12 co-writer Camden Ostrander and The Ringer's Justin Sayles joins the show to nominate and dissect our favorite lines from MF DOOM's Operation Doomsday (0:50). Then we share our line by line analysis of the second and third verses of "Doomsday" that was cut from our last episode (40:51). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E2 - Operation: Doomsday by MF DOOM

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 54:54


Our celebration of MF DOOM continues with his debut Operation: Doomsday, an album in which DOOM lays the foundation for his multi-character musical universe. Through a detailed analysis of a few key samples and verses, we'll discover the very human story hidden behind the villain's mask. Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Co-Writer: Camden Ostrander Additional Production: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S12E1 - MF DOOM: A Hero in a Villain's Mask

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 42:24


Season 12 of Dissect celebrates the life and legacy of MF DOOM through a line by line, beat by beat analysis of his art. Most of the season will be spent dissecting DOOM and Madlib's classic album Madvillainy, but we'll also be covering his debut Operation Doomsday, MM..FOOD, and Born Like This.  On today's episode, we explore the legend of DOOM's origin story, including Daniel Dumile's childhood in New York, the rise and tragic fall of his rap group KMD, and his reemergence as MF DOOM in the late 90s. Host, Writer, EP: Cole Cuchna Writer/Researcher: Camden Ostrander Original Score/Audio: Kevin Pooler Additional Production Supervision: Justin Sayles Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Season 12 begins March 26th (Album Clue Inside!)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 0:48


Dissect returns Tuesday, March 26th for its 12th season! Follow the album clue contest on our Instagram leading up to the album reveal on Saturday, March 23rd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our Favorite Music of 2023

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 104:29


Cole is joined by Dissect co-writer Camden Ostrander and The Ringer's Justin Sayles and Charles Holmes to share their favorite music of the year. Official companion playlist here. Purchase Dissect merch here. Current state of music and hip hop in 2023 (2:54) Favorite Song of the Year (18:30) Album that Surprised Us (31:19) Honorable Mention for AOTY (48:57) Our Favorite 3 Albums of the Year (56:22) Host/EP: Cole Cuchna Guests: Camden Ostrander, Justin Sayles, Charles Holmes Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Radiohead Song Draft

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 82:37


The Ringer's Sean Fennessey and Chris Ryan join Cole to draft their favorite Radiohead songs. Each of them must choose one song from every studio album, plus one wild card pick from the band's b-sides for a total of 10 songs each. Shop Dissect Season 11 Merch. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/EP: Cole Cuchna Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Talking Radiohead w/ Dr. Brad Osborn + Listener Submissions

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 73:31


Acclaimed Radiohead scholar Dr. Brad Osborn joins the show to talk all things Radiohead. We discuss the infamous In Rainbows x OK Computer "Binary Theory," In Rainbows' Disk 2, share our Top 5 Radiohead albums, and a lot more. Then we hear from Dissect listeners around the world sharing their thoughts on In Rainbows. Purchase Brad's book. Listen to the Binary Theory. Listen to Thom's alternative Hail To The Thief tracklist. Host/EP: Cole Cuchna Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E11 - Videotape by Radiohead (Season Finale)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 62:09


We conclude our season long analysis of Radiohead's In Rainbows with its final track "Videotape." We reveal the "secret rhythm" of the piano, give a step by step explanation of the stuttering percussion, and discuss the touching lyrics written from the perspective of a man saying a final goodbye before he dies. Finally, we take a look a Goethe's Faust as a possible reference point for the song and album before sharing some key takeaways from In Rainbows as a whole. Shop Dissect Season 11 Merch. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Looking to fall down the rabbit hole of Videotape's syncopation debate? Start with these videos: The Secret Rhythm Behind Videotape - VOX The Hidden Syncopation of Videotape - WarrrenMusic Is There Really a "Rhythmic Secret" in Radiohead's "Videotape"? Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E10 - Jigsaw Falling Into Place by Radiohead

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 42:12


We continue our dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows with its penultimate track "Jigsaw Falling Into Place" - a song about looking for romantic connection at a bar. Among the many things discussed is the song's odd guitar tuning, chiastic structure, and a potentially very ominous hidden narrative. Shop Dissect Season 11 Merch. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E9 - House of Cards by Radiohead

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 31:55


Our season long dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows continues with an analysis of "House of Cards" - an immersive, reverb-soaked musing on the nature of desire and escape. We'll also cover the musical oddities in the track, including Jonny Greenwood's infamous "coin trick" on guitar and even the rumored dog barks in the background of the verses. Shop Dissect Season 11 Merch. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E8 - Reckoner by Radiohead

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 59:24


Our season long dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows continues with an analysis of "Reckoner" - the song Thom Yorke described as the thematic center of the album, the point that everything leads to and then recedes from. We'll dissect just exactly what he means by that as well as the song's incredible rhythm section and deeply moving lyrics about the human experience. Shop Dissect Season 11 Merch. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E7 - "In Rainbows" Title Analysis + Faust Arp

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 38:06


Our season long dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows continues with an analysis of its title and how its themes have appeared in every song thus far. Then we examine the album's sixth track "Faust Arp" - a unique song that features two acoustic guitars, strings, and Thom Yorke's cryptic, impressionistic lyrics. Shop Dissect Season 11 Merch. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E6 - All I Need by Radiohead

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 33:00


Our season long dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows continues with its fifth track "All I Need" - a song that expresses the concept of limerence or the unrequited obsession passion for someone. Musically, we explore the concepts of rhythmic dissonance, terminally climactic song form, and tone clusters. Shop Dissect Season 11 Merch. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E5 - Weird Fishes / Arpeggi by Radiohead

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 44:37


Our season long dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows continues with its fourth track "Weird Fishes / Arpeggi" - an incredibly intricate musical arrangement that's considered among the band's best. We dissect the layered, multi-pattern guitar parts that create the song's immersive, oceanic soundscape as well as the potential symbolism of Thom Yorke's lyrics about being stuck at the bottom of the sea. Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E4 - Nude by Radiohead

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 47:06


Our season-long dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows continues with its third track "Nude" - a song that took the band 10 years to get right. Listen to the Key Notes episode on the Minor 4 chord here. Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing on social media. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E3 - Bodysnatchers by Radiohead

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 38:46


Our season-long dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows continues with its second track, Bodysnatchers - an adrenaline-fueled romp that explores the phenonemon of feeling disconnected from your own body. Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E2 - 15 Step by Radiohead

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 48:43


Our season long analysis of Radiohead's In Rainbows continues with its opening track "15 Step." We examine the song's unique asymmetrical time signature, its origins as a "rhythm experiment," the history of the number 15 in Radiohead songs, and much more. Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Additional Analysis: Dr. Brad Osborn Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Song Recreations: Andrew Atwood Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S11E1 - Radiohead: In Rainbows

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 50:24


Our season long dissection of Radiohead's In Rainbows begins with a sweeping biography of the band, from their origins in Oxford, England to their historic run of landmark albums like The Bends, OK Computer, and Kid A. Support Dissect by leaving a review or sharing this episode on social media. It really helps. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dissect is back!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 1:08


Dissect has returned to all podcast platforms! Our brand new season premieres Tuesday, September 26th. For clues about what album is being dissected, follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crowning Frank Ocean's Best Song Ever | LAST SONG STANDING (E5)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 99:04


After Cole and Charles's enlightening, contentious, and entertaining odyssey through Frank Ocean's entire discography, the LSS Boyz are now forced to agree on the greatest Frank Ocean song of all time. They also announce the winner of the "Super Quiz Kids" trivia contest as well as debate what artists should be considered for next season's Last Song Standing. Listen to Cole's Party Playlist here. Executive Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Special Thanks: Intern Olivia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blonde | LAST SONG STANDING (E4)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 121:55


Cole and Charles continue their journey to crown Frank Ocean's greatest song of all time with his landmark album, Blonde. The LSS Boyz take us back to the album's surprise release, quiz each other with album facts, and then debate what songs from Blonde should be in the running for Frank's best ever. Official LSS S2 Playlist here. Fan vote for the finale episode @dissectpodcast on Instagram or Twitter. Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Endless + Frank's Singles & Features | LAST SONG STANDING (E3)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 104:04


Cole and Charles continue their journey to crown Frank Ocean's greatest song of all time with a special double episode tackling the staircase to nowhere, Endless, plus debate Frank's singles, loosies, and features. Official LSS S2 Playlist here. Let us know what your Last Song Standing is from Channel Orange @dissectpodcast and @charlesxholmes. Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nostalgia, Ultra | LAST SONG STANDING (E2)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 100:40


Cole and Charles continue their journey to crown Frank Ocean's greatest song of all time with Nostalgia, ULTRA - the project that put him on the map. The LSS Boyz travel back to 2011 with some mixtape background, quiz each other on fun facts, and debate what songs should be in contention for Frank's best ever. Official LSS S2 Playlist here. Let us know what your Last Song Standing is from Channel Orange @dissectpodcast and @charlesxholmes. Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Channel Orange | LAST SONG STANDING (E1)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 100:35


Cole and Charles begin their journey to crown Frank Ocean's greatest song of all time by covering the album that made him a star: Channel Orange. The LSS Boyz take us back to 2012 with some album background, quiz each other on Channel Orange facts, and debate what songs should be in contention for Frank's best ever. Official LSS S2 Playlist here. Let us know what your Last Song Standing is from Channel Orange @dissectpodcast and @charlesxholmes. Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MX1E9 - "Walking" by Denzel Curry

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 52:45


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape series concludes with a line-by-line dissection of "Walkin" by Denzel Curry from Melt My Eyez, See Your Future. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MX1E8 - "Figaro" by MF Doom

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 39:56


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape series continues with a line-by-line dissection of "Figaro" by MF DOOM & Madlib from their 2004 album Madvillainy. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MX1E7 - "Mural" by Lupe Fiasco (PART 2)

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 75:48


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape series continues with a line by line dissection of "Mural" by Lupe Fiasco from his 2015 album Tetsuo & Youth. Part 2 of 2. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MX1E6 - "Mural" by Lupe Fiasco (PART 1)

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 59:06


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape series continues with a line by line dissection of "Mural" by Lupe Fiasco from his 2015 album Tetsuo & Youth. Part 1 of 2. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MX1E5 - "Introvert" by Little Simz

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 41:36


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape series continues with a line by line dissection of "Introvert" by Little Simz from her 2021 album Sometimes I Might Be Introvert. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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MX1E4 - "The Story of OJ" by JAY-Z

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 63:47


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape continues with a line-by-line analysis of JAY-Z's 2017 track "The Story of OJ" from 4:44. For clues on what artist and song we're dissecting next week, follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram. Host: Cole Cuchna Writer: Femi Olutade Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MX1E3 - "6 Foot 7 Foot" by Lil Wayne

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 40:03


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape continues with a line-by-line dissection of Lil Wayne's first song released after his stint in prison - 2010's "6 foot 7 Foot." Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MX1E2 - "Nosetalgia" by Pusha T & Kendrick Lamar

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 59:16


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape continues with a line-by-line analysis of Pusha T's 2013 track "Nosetalgia" featuring Kendrick Lamar. For clues on what artist and song we're dissecting next week, follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram. Host, writer: Cole Cuchna Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MX1E1 - "The Climb Back" by J Cole

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 54:00


Our "Lyrical Masters" mixtape kicks off with a line-by-line analysis of J Cole's 2020 track "The Climb Back." For clues on what artist and song we're dissecting next week, follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram. Host, writer: Cole Cuchna Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Editing: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyler, The Creator Song Draft

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 103:42


Cole and Cam wrap Season 10 with a draft of their favorite Tyler, The Creator songs across his entire catalog (3:26). Then we hear from Dissect listeners across the world sharing their biggest takeaways from IGOR (1:12:35). Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Join Dissect Discord here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E12 - Season Finale: IGOR by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 49:52


We conclude our season-long analysis of IGOR by exploring the implications of the album's musical and thematic loop. We also dissect IGOR's cover art and influences before hearing from Dissect listeners around the world sharing their biggest takeaways from the album and season. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Join Dissect Discord here. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E11 - ARE WE STILL FRIENDS? by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 42:19


Our season-long analysis of IGOR continues with ARE WE STILL FRIENDS?, the album's final track in which Tyler expresses his desire to remain friends his with former crush, and in the process, puts himself at risk of becoming entrapped in a endless loop of falling in and out of love. IGOR then ends with an ominous final note that contains a number of thematic and narrative implications. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E10 - I DON'T LOVE YOU ANYMORE by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2023 25:18


Our season-long analysis of IGOR continues with I DON'T LOVE YOU ANYMORE, a musical respite after the emotional gauntlet of the album's previous track GONE GONE / THANK YOU. As the IGOR's penultimate track, it buttons up many of the albums motifs while setting the stage for its grand finale: ARE WE STILL FRIENDS? Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E9 - GONE GONE / THANK YOU by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 45:55


Our season-long analysis of IGOR continues with GONE GONE / THANK YOU, a gorgeous double song in which Tyler memorializes the time shared with his beloved before finally becoming at peace with moving on. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E8 - WHAT'S GOOD by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 47:05


Our season-long analysis of IGOR continues with WHAT'S GOOD, where Tyler uses the brash, masculine IGOR alter-ego to regain his autonomy after losing himself on the previous song PUPPET. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E7 - PUPPET by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 41:37


Our season-long analysis of IGOR continues with the album's emotional rock bottom, PUPPET. Tyler realizes he's lost himself in his desperate pursuit of pleasing his crush, and looks to a symbolic patriarch, played by Kanye West, to help find his way. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E6 - A BOY IS A GUN* by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 42:00


Our season-long analysis of IGOR continues with A BOY IS A GUN*. In the most sample heavy song on the album, Tyler uses a dichotomous gun symbol to express how his crush makes him feel: safe and in danger all at once. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E5 - NEW MAGIC WAND by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 44:51


Our season-long analysis of Tyler, The Creator's IGOR continues with "NEW MAGIC WAND" - a song Tyler described as his favorite song he's ever made. We unpack everything from its unlikely sample source to the historical associations of its main musical interval. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E4 - BOYFRIEND / RUNNING OUT OF TIME by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 46:46


Our season-long analysis of Tyler, The Creator's IGOR continues with "BOYFRIEND" - a song released as the fourth track only on the physical versions of IGOR - before breaking down the beautiful ballad "RUNNING OUT OF TIME." Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E3 - I THINK by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 43:20


Our season-long analysis of Tyler, The Creator's IGOR continues with its third track I THINK. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E2 - EARFQUAKE by Tyler, The Creator

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 46:59


Our season-long analysis of Tyler, The Creator's IGOR continues with his biggest song to date, EARFQUAKE. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S10E1 - Tyler, The Creator: IGOR

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 57:45


Welcome to our season long examination of Tyler, The Creator's 2019 album IGOR, where we dissect the music, lyrics, and meaning of one song per episode. We begin with the album's first track "IGOR'S THEME," a mostly instrumental composition full of musical surprises, showcasing Tyler's skills as composer, producer, and arranger. And while subtle, the song's minimal lyrics actually foreshadow the album's narrative. Shop Season 10 merchandise here. Host, EP, Writer: Cole Cuchna Writer: Camden Ostrander Original Score: So Wiley Audio Editor: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Birocratic Recreations: Andrew Atwood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crowning Kendrick Lamar's Best Song Ever | LAST SONG STANDING (E7)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 101:33


Season finale! The moment is here. The LSS Boyz have been debating Kendrick Lamar's discography for six contentious episodes. Now it's time Cole and Charles are forced to crown the last song standing: the greatest Kendrick Lamar song of all time. First, Cole and Charles will be forced to whittle down their list of songs from 8 to 3. These 3 songs advance to the royal rumble, where they will attempt to knock songs off each other's list until there is just one remaining. LAST SONG STANDING is a new show from Dissect and The Ringer. Each season focuses on one artist in attempt to determine their greatest song of all time by debating through their ENTIRE catalog. Hosts: Cole Cuchna & Charles Holmes Producer: Justin Sayles Audio Production: Kevin Pooler Theme Music: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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