SZA

In this engaging discussion, Dan Erickson, the brilliant creator of Severance, dives into the show's exploration of identity and consciousness, revealing the quirky origin of his infamous brain-in-a-jar. Grammy-winner SZA, a passionate fan of the series, shares how the themes of self-discovery resonate with her life. The conversation also touches on the real-world science behind severance, as hosts from We Know Severance examine the ethics of memory and identity. Expect laughter, insights, and a captivating take on what it means to truly know oneself.

Why does SZA's latest album SOS hit different? It's the way her melodies don't repeat where you expect them to, defying all the rules of pop songwriting. We break down how her endless melodies echo the intimate themes of her most recent release, and how they connect to genres ranging from gospel to Wagnerian opera.Songs DiscussedSZA - Kill Bill, SOS, Shirt, Notice Me, Seek & Destroy, Gone Girl, Low, Smoking on My Ex Pack, Ghost in the Machine (ft Phoebe Bridgers), F2FSam Smith & Kim Petras - UnholyTaylor Swift - Anti-HeroJazmine Sullivan - Girl Like Me (ft H.E.R.)Summer Walker - No Love (ft. SZA)Jessye Norman - Isoldes Liebestod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices