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Dissect

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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, Radiohead, Beyonce, Tyler The Creator, Frank Ocean, and more. Let's Dissect.

Episodes

S4E2 - Foreword by Tyler, The Creator

We begin our season long analysis of Flower Boy by Tyler the Creator with the album’s opening track “Foreword.” We find Tyler laying out the themes that will be explored throughout Flower Boy as he questions his success, his chronic loneliness, and the nature of life itself. New episodes of Dissect release every Tuesday. For 60 free days of Spotify Premium, visit spotify.com/promo/dissect. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

Apr 30, 201936 minSeason 4Ep. 2

S4E1 - Tyler the Creator: Flower Boy

Our season long examination of Flower Boy by Tyler, the Creator begins with a biographical episode on Tyler’s upbringing in Los Angeles, the genesis of Odd Future, and Tyler’s discography leading up to the release of Flower Boy. Listen to Dissect on Spotify and enjoy episodes a week early + exclusive bonus content. For 60 free days of Spotify Premium, visit spotify.com/promo/dissect. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Apr 23, 201947 minSeason 4Ep. 1

MS1E8 - Finale: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

We conclude our eight episode deep dive into The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. Want to know the subject of Season 4 of Dissect? Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram for clues over the break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 24, 201847 minEp. 8

MS1E7 - "Everything is Everything" by Lauryn Hill

Our serialized analysis of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill continues with "Nothing Even Matters" and "Everything is Everything." Having submitted herself to god, Ms. Hill displays the tranquility, acceptance, and maturity she's acquired through the life lessons she learned outside the classroom. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Join our newsletter at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 18, 201841 minEp. 7

MS1E6 - "Forgive Them Father" (& more) by Lauryn Hill

We dissect a trio of songs in which Ms. Lauryn Hill presents a micro-narrative of heartbreak and forgiveness, a turning point in Miseducation's loose narrative. After establishing her pain on "When It Hurts So Bad", Ms. Hill turns her life over to god on "I Used to Love Him" and works toward forgiveness with the song "Forgive Them Father." Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Join our newsletter at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Dec 11, 201845 minEp. 6

MS1E5 - "Superstar" & "Final Hour" by Lauryn Hill

We continue our serialized analysis of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill with two songs cut from the same thematic cloth. With both "Superstar" and "Final Hour," Ms. Hill calls out the superficial materialism and ego in hip-hop, frequently citing scripture as she warns her peers about their final day of judgement. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Join our newsletter at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 04, 201846 minEp. 5

MS1E4 - "Doo Wop (That Thing)" by Lauryn Hill

Ms. Lauryn Hill's "Doo Wop (That Thing)" synthesizes hip-hop with 1950s doo wop music. We trace the parallel histories of these two musical genres before our line-by-line analysis of the cautionary message Ms. Hill presents in her chart topping single. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Join our newsletter at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 27, 201840 minEp. 4

MS1E3 - "To Zion" by Lauryn Hill

Ms. Lauryn Hill's timeless ballad "To Zion" tells a powerful story about the birth of her first child. We dive deep into its lyrics and discover how its harmonic structure reflects the song's themes of uncertainty. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Join our newsletter at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 20, 201845 minEp. 3

MS1E2 - "Lost Ones" and "Ex-Factor" by Lauryn Hill

Ms. Lauryn Hill begins Miseducation with a dualistic examination of heartbreak. "Lost Ones" is a scathing, venomous assault while "Ex Factor" reveals the pain beneath Ms. Hill's harden exterior. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Join our newsletter at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 13, 201846 minEp. 2

MS1E1 - Lauryn Hill: An Education

Today we begin our 8 episode mini-series on of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. We start with Ms. Hill's upbringing in New Jersey, her rise with The Fugees, and the events leading up to the creation of Miseducation. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Subscribe to our newsletter at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 06, 201847 minEp. 1

BONUS - S3 Listener Audio Montage

We hear from Dissect listeners sharing their biggest takeaways from Frank Ocean's "Blonde" and Season 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 25, 20182 hr 37 minSeason 3Ep. 18

S3E18 - Season Finale: Blonde by Frank Ocean

We conclude our season-long analysis of Blonde by Frank Ocean. Stay in touch over the break by following @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Join the newsletter at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 25, 20181 hr 26 minSeason 3Ep. 18

S3E17 - Godspeed + Futura Free by Frank Ocean

We dissect Blonde's closing tracks "Godspeed" and "Futura Free." You're gonna wanna listen to the end on this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 18, 201845 minSeason 3Ep. 17

S3E16 - Seigfried by Frank Ocean

We dissect "Seigfried" by Frank Ocean, a song expressing Frank's feelings of alienation and isolation, leading to an existential crisis. Season 3 merchandise is now available at dissectpodcast.com. Want to be featured on the Season 3 finale episode? Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter or Instagram for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 11, 201841 minSeason 3Ep. 16

S3E15 - White Ferrari by Frank Ocean

We dissect "White Ferrari" by Frank Ocean, an emotionally potent car ride through Frank's memories of a failed relationship. Season 3 merchandise is now available at dissectpodcast.com/merch Want to be featured on the Season 3 finale episode? Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter or Instagram for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 04, 201829 minSeason 3Ep. 15

S3E14 - Solo (Reprise), Pretty Sweet, Close to You by Frank Ocean

We dissect the first four tracks from Blonde's second half: "Solo (Reprise)" feat. Andre 3000, "Pretty Sweet," "Facebook Story," and "Close to You." Listen to Dissect on Spotify and get episodes a week before all other platforms and exclusive bonus episodes. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 28, 201842 minSeason 3Ep. 14

S3E13 - Nights by Frank Ocean

We dissect "Nights" by Frank Ocean, a two-part odyssey whose iconic beat switch divides more than just the song's two halves. Listen to Dissect for free on Spotify and get episodes a week early plus exclusive access to bonus episodes. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 21, 201841 minSeason 3Ep. 13

S3E12 - Skyline To + Self Control by Frank Ocean

Today's special double episode dissects "Skyline To" and "Self Control" by Frank Ocean, two songs that reflect deeply on summer romance. Listen to Dissect on Spotify and get episodes a week early plus access to exclusive bonus episodes. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 14, 201849 minSeason 3Ep. 12

S3E11 - Solo by Frank Ocean

We dissect "Solo" by Frank Ocean, a series of narrative vignettes expounding on loneliness, freedom, and the heaven and hell within us all. Listen to Dissect on Spotify and get episodes a week early and access to exclusive bonus episodes. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 07, 201844 minSeason 3Ep. 11

S3E10 - Pink + White by Frank Ocean

We dissect "Pink + White" by Frank Ocean, a beautiful, mosaic-like remembrance of childhood. Listen to Dissect on Spotify and get episodes a week before all other platforms and exclusive bonus episodes. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 31, 201833 minSeason 3Ep. 10

S3E9 - Ivy by Frank Ocean

We continue our examination of Blonde by Frank Ocean with the heartbreaking song "Ivy." Listen to Dissect free on Spotify and get episodes a week early plus exclusive bonus episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 24, 201829 minSeason 3Ep. 9

S3E8 - Nikes by Frank Ocean

Our season long examination of Blonde by Frank Ocean begins with its iconic opening track "Nikes." Listen to Dissect free on Spotify and receive episodes a week early plus exclusive bonus episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 17, 201834 minSeason 3Ep. 8

S3E7 - Channel Orange Recap + 4 Years Gone

We dissect the last three tracks from Frank Ocean's Channel Orange before drawing some overall conclusions about the album as a whole. Then we take a look at the events during the 4 years between Channel Orange and Frank's next albums Endless and Blonde. Listen to Dissect on Spotify for early access to episodes and exclusive bonus episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 03, 201842 minSeason 3Ep. 7

S3E6 – Bad Religion by Frank Ocean

We dissect "Bad Religion" by Frank Ocean, a harrowing ballad expressing the torment of unrequited love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 26, 201835 minSeason 3Ep. 6

S3E5 – Pyramids (Part 2) by Frank Ocean

We conclude our two part analysis of Frank Ocean’s contemporary masterwork "Pyramids." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 19, 201825 minSeason 3Ep. 5

S3E4 – Pyramids (Part 1) by Frank Ocean

We dissect Frank Ocean’s 10-minute masterwork “Pyramids” from Channel Orange. Part 1 of 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 12, 201835 minSeason 3Ep. 4

S3E3 – Super Rich Kids by Frank Ocean

Our serialized examination of Frank Ocean’s channel ORANGE continues with “Super Rich Kids”, a tragic rumination on the effects of wealth disguised as a party anthem. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 05, 201838 minSeason 3Ep. 3

S3E2 – Thinking About You by Frank Ocean

Our serialized examination of the music of Frank Ocean continues with a look at the cultural impact of Frank’s open letter that revealed his sexuality days before the release of Channel Orange. Then we dissect Ocean’s biggest hit to date “Thinking About You.” Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 29, 201836 minSeason 3Ep. 2

S3E1 – Frank Ocean: A Man of Art and Mystery

Season 3 of Dissect is dedicated entirely to the music of Frank Ocean. Today we begin with Ocean’s upbringing in New Orleans and his move to Los Angeles after Hurricane Katrina. We’ll then break down his landmark 2011 mixtape Nostalgia, Ultra. Dissect is a Spotify Original Podcast. Follow @dissectpodcast on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 22, 201842 minSeason 3Ep. 1

S2E16 – Season Finale: My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy

Our season long examination of Kanye West‘s My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy concludes with our final thoughts on the album. Then we'll hear directly from Dissect listeners who share their thoughts on the season. Follow Dissect on social media @dissectpodcast. Purchase Dissect merch at dissectpodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 11, 20172 hr 30 minSeason 2Ep. 16