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Dissect

BySpotify Studios
315 episodes

Podcast Summary

Dive into the depths of music with "Dissect," a podcast that meticulously unpacks one album each season, exploring its intricate layers and profound meanings, one song at a time. Hosted by musician Cole Cuchna, each episode offers an insightful analysis of iconic albums, featuring artists like Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West, and Beyoncé. The podcast’s unique approach combines lyrical breakdowns, thematic explorations, and cultural contexts, making it a must-listen for any music enthusiast. Recent discussions have delved into Kendrick Lamar's "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers," offering illuminating insights into tracks like "Savior - Interlude" and "Crown." With a blend of storytelling and musicology, "Dissect" not only celebrates the artistry of these albums but also invites listeners to engage with the music on a deeper level. Whether you’re a casual listener or a die-hard fan, every episode promises a fresh perspective that will change the way you hear your favorite songs.

#1

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

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

2025-06-03•29mins
#2

Dissecting 'Crown' & 'Silent Hill' by Kendrick Lamar [S13E11]

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

2025-05-27•35mins
#3

Dissecting 'Count Me Out' by Kendrick Lamar [S13E10]

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

2025-05-20•41mins
#4

The TDE Song Draft

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

2025-05-13•1hr 34mins
#5

it's time to talk about kanye

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

2025-05-06•24mins
#6

Kendrick's Super Bowl Show: The DEFINITIVE Breakdown

Dissect's Cole Cuchna breaks down Kendrick Lamar’s 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show — scene by scene, lyric by lyric, symbol by symbol — to reveal a powerful narrative about the Black American experience throughout history.This is not a standard recap - it's a forensic analysis of every detail: the set design, the wardrobe, the major and minor characters, the color palette, the set list, and the cultural commentary embedded in Kendrick’s show. From the GNX to Uncle Sam, from the divided American flag to the four control button stage, we explore how Kendrick used his 13-minute performance to honor his art form, unite his community, and beat the Great American Game.📍 Topics include:• Kendrick Lamar’s use of the Hero’s Journey to structure his Super Bowl performance• Significance of Kendrick’s wardrobe, from the pins on his hat to his flare bell-bottom jeans• The layered symbolism of Uncle Sam played by Samuel L Jackson• Four Levels of the “Great American Game”• How Kendrick alluded to the timeline of Black American history, from slavery, segregation, great migrations, mass incarceration, and assassinations of Black leaders • Kendrick’s tribute to his ancestors through the dead homies and guardian angels• Meaning of recurring street light symbolism in Kendrick’s art• Symbolism of each of the four control buttons, the gameboard, and playing field🧠 This video is the result of weeks of meticulous research, providing a deep dive into Kendrick Lamar’s use of visual storytelling and symbolism.Let’s Dissect.👇 Chapters00:00 Introduction02:22 Superdome or Red Button?04:42 Decoding the Gameboard and Controller07:01 4 Levels of "Great American Game"09:48 The Meaning of Uncle Sam13:34 Main Character Energy16:45 The Story Begins on "Square" One - Bodies21:40 Powered by Angels - Squabble Up29:19 Be Humble - Decoding the American Flag31:44 The Great Migrations -DNA & Euphoria37:12 Man at the Cemetery Garden42:29 Deduct One Life - Peekaboo49:04 Divine Feminine Counsel - Luther / Al...

2025-04-22•1hr 17mins
#7

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

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

2025-04-15•1hr 49mins
#8

S13E9 - Dissecting 'Purple Hearts' by Kendrick Lamar

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 CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-08•56mins

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#9

S13E8 - Dissecting 'We Cry Together' by Kendrick Lamar

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 CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-01•38mins
#10

S13E7 - Dissecting 'Rich Spirit' by Kendrick Lamar

Our season-long examination of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with "Rich Spirit," a song that displays both his spiritual progress and his fundamental flaw.Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok.Host/Writer/EP: Cole CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-25•37mins
#11

Celebrating 10 Years of 'To Pimp A Butterfly'

Dissect's Cole Cuchna is joined by 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 themes and narrative, and its legacy.Watch Rob's iconic MTV interview with Kendrick here. Follow Rob Markman on YouTube.Host: Cole CuchnaGuest: Rob MarkmanVideo/Audio Producer: Kevin Pooler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-18•1hr 6mins
#12

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

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 CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: Birocratic(00:00) Intro(00:25) Father Time Recap(01:55) Rich - Interlude(03:36) Mr. Morale is a Morality Play(08:25) Kodak Black Biography(19:03) Rich Interlude Lyrical Dissection(32:18) Why Kodak Black is on Mr. Morale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-11•46mins
#13

S13E5 - Dissecting "Father Time" by Kendrick Lamar

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 CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-04•44mins
#14

S13E4 - Dissecting "Die Hard" by Kendrick Lamar

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 CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-25•32mins
#15

S13E3 - Dissecting "Worldwide Steppers" by Kendrick Lamar

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 CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: BirocraticChapters00:00 Intro00:25 Episode 2 Recap01:21 "Worldwide Steppers" Intro Analysis03:33 Meaning of "oklama"07:25 Significance of Name Order10:13 "Worldwide Steppers" Breakdown & Significance12:13 Chorus Breakdown14:48 Eckhart Tolle's Egoic Unconsciousness Explained16:50 Verse 1 Analysis28:15 Verse 2 Analysis35:14 Chorus Analysis Pt 238:56 Verse 3 Analysis53:52 Conclusions / Episode Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-18•56mins
#16

S13E2 - Dissecting 'N95' by Kendrick Lamar [VIDEO]

Our season-long dissection of Mr Morale & The Big Steppers continues 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 every Tuesday. Shop Dissect S13 Merch. Follow Dissect on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok.Host/Writer/EP: Cole CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-11•55mins
#17

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

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

2025-02-10•36mins
#18

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

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 CuchnaVideo/Audio Production: Kevin PoolerAdditional Production: Justin SaylesTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-04•53mins
#19

Season 13 begins February 4th. Plus Dissect is now VIDEO!

Dissect returns on Tuesday, February 4th with its first VIDEO season examining Kendrick Lamar's Mr Morale & The Big Steppers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-28•1mins
#20

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

Dissect's Cole Cuchna breaks down the title, themes, and sequencing of Mac Miller's Balloonerism - a surreal exploration of mortality, addiction, and dreams. Cole discusses each track in detail, with a special emphasis on the album's final track "Tomorrow Will Never Know."Season 13 of Dissect will begin Tuesday, February 4th. Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram for a clue contest leading up to the album reveal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-21•1hr 31mins
#21

Our Favorite Music of 2024

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

2024-12-17•1hr 39mins
#22

Best Bars of 2024. Plus: Drake vs Kendrick Retrospective

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

2024-12-10•1hr 49mins
#23

Unreleased MF DOOM Interview (Exclusive Premiere)

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)Interviewed by Kevin BeachamProduced by Kevin Beacham & Rob VanvrankenMixed by Rob Vanvranken Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-03•1hr 13mins

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#24

Kendrick Lamar Is Out For Blood on 'GNX'

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 CuchnaGuest: Femi Olutade (Dissect S5 co-author)Audio Producer: Kevin Pooler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-11-26•2hr 11mins
#25

CHROMAKOPIA is here (and it's really good)

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

2024-10-31•1hr 26mins
#26

CHROMAKOPIA is coming! Here's what we know.

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

2024-10-25•40mins
#27

Doechii dissects "Alligator Bites Never Heal" [VIDEO]

In our first ever artist interview, Doechii sits down with Cole for a song-by-song analysis of her new project "Alligator Bites Never Heal." They breakdown its lyrics, themes, title, and artwork, and talk about the pressures of the music industry. Cole also pitches one of his musical conspiracies, linking Doechii to Kendrick Lamar's "Alright" and Busta Rhymes "Woo Ha!"Did you enjoy this convo? Let us know if you want more artist interviews by leaving a comment right here on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-10-08•1hr 16mins
#28

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

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.More recent Kendrick episodes:Super Bowl Announcement Easter Eggs"Not Like Us" Song + Video Analysis"Euphoria" Analysis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-09-12•36mins
#29

Easter Eggs in Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Announcement

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

2024-09-10•40mins
#30

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

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 HolmesProducer: Justin SaylesAudio: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-08-20•1hr 39mins
#31

Aquemini by OutKast | LAST SONG STANDING (E6)

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 HolmesProducer: Justin SaylesAudio Engineer: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-08-13•1hr 49mins
#32

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

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 HolmesGuest/Producer: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-08-06•1hr 38mins
#33

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

The LSS Boyz continue their journey to crown OutKast's best song ever with a special episode dedicated to Andre 3000. They begin with Andre's 2003 "solo" album The Love Below, then explore Andre's incredible catalog of feature verses.Hosts: Cole Cuchna, Charles HolmesProducer, Guest: Justin SaylesAudio Production: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-30•2hr 8mins
#34

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

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 CuchnaGuest: Camden OstranderAudio Engineer: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-25•1hr 14mins
#35

Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik | LAST SONG STANDING (E3)

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 HolmesProducer, Guest: Justin SaylesAudio Production: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-23•1hr 42mins
#36

Not Like Us by Kendrick Lamar - A Comprehensive Analysis

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 CuchnaAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-18•2hr 14mins
#37

ATLiens by OutKast | LAST SONG STANDING (E2)

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 HolmesProducer, Guest: Justin SaylesAudio Engineer: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-16•1hr 49mins
#38

Stankonia by OutKast | LAST SONG STANDING (E1)

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 SaylesAudio Editor: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-07-09•1hr 51mins
#39

MF DOOM Song Draft

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 CuchnaGuests: Camden Ostrander, Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-06-25•1hr 1mins
#40

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

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 CuchnaCo-Writer: Camden OstranderAdditional Production: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-06-18•43mins
#41

S12E11 - One Beer / Rapp Snitch Knishes by MF DOOM

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 CuchnaCo-Writer: Camden OstranderAdditional Production: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-06-11•34mins
#42

S12E10 - Beef Rap by MF DOOM

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 CuchnaCo-Writer: Camden OstranderAdditional Production: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-06-04•36mins
#43

S12E9 - Rhinestone Cowboy by Madvillain

Our analysis of MF DOOM and Madlib's Madvillainy concludes with its final cut "Rhinestone Cowboy." However, this isn't the final 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 CuchnaCo-Writer: Camden OstranderAdditional Production: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-05-28•32mins
#44

S12E8 - All Caps / Great Day by Madvillain

Our analysis of MF DOOM and Madlib's Madvillainy continues with the iconic track "All Caps" followed by the album's 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 CuchnaCo-Writer: Camden OstranderAdditional Production: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-05-21•39mins
#45

S12E7 - Strange Ways / Fancy Clown by Madvillain

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 CuchnaCo-Writer: Camden OstranderAdditional Production: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-05-14•41mins
#46

Dissecting "Euphoria" by Kendrick Lamar

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

2024-05-07•1hr 53mins
#47

Kendrick vs. Drake: Instant Reaction

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

2024-05-07•1hr 41mins
#48

S12E6 - Figaro by Madvillain

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 CuchnaCo-Writer: Camden OstranderAdditional Production: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-04-30•33mins
#49

Money Folder by Madvillain (BONUS)

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

2024-04-26•53mins
#50

S12E5 - Raid / Curls by Madvillain

Our dissection of MF DOOM and Madlib's Madvillainy continues with the songs "Raid" and "Curls."Follow @dissectpodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.Host/Writer/EP: Cole CuchnaCo-Writer: Camden OstranderAdditional Production: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: Birocratic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-04-23•35mins

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