
Dissect
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.
Latest episodes

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Dec 19, 2023 • 1h 44min
Our Favorite Music of 2023
Camden Ostrander, Justin Sayles, and Charles Holmes join the host to share their favorite music of 2023. They discuss the current state of music and hip hop, their favorite song of the year, an album that surprised them, honorable mentions for AOTY, and their top 3 albums of the year.

Dec 14, 2023 • 1h 23min
Radiohead Song Draft
The podcast features a special episode where the host and his guests draft their favorite Radiohead songs. They discuss their personal connections to the band, share their favorite songs from different albums, and explore the impact of Radiohead's music on popular culture.

Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 14min
Talking Radiohead w/ Dr. Brad Osborn + Listener Submissions
Acclaimed Radiohead scholar Dr. Brad Osborn joins the show to discuss the 'Binary Theory' of In Rainbows x OK Computer and In Rainbows' Disk 2. They share their Top 5 Radiohead albums and delve into the specifics of the bridge in 'Reckoner'. They also talk about the process of album making, musical debates, different track listings of 'Hail to the Thief', and listener feedback on 'In Rainbows'.

Dec 5, 2023 • 1h 5min
S11E11 - Videotape by Radiohead (Season Finale)
In the season finale, the podcast dives into Radiohead's 'Videotape,' exploring the secret rhythm of the piano and the stuttering percussion. The lyrics, written from the perspective of a man saying a final goodbye, are discussed. The connection between 'In Rainbows' and Goethe's Faust is explored, revealing shared themes of human mortality and the importance of striving. The episode concludes with expressions of gratitude to listeners and supporters.

Nov 28, 2023 • 42min
S11E10 - Jigsaw Falling Into Place by Radiohead
In this episode, the podcast dissects the Radiohead song 'Jigsaw Falling Into Place' from their album In Rainbows. They discuss the odd guitar tuning, chiastic structure, and potentially ominous hidden narrative. The hosts analyze the lyrics, bridge section, melody, vocal range, and lyrics to uncover the song's meaning and emotional intensity. They also explore the unique tonality, chord voicings, and song structure, leaving room for interpretation.

Nov 21, 2023 • 34min
S11E9 - House of Cards by Radiohead
This podcast explores the song 'House of Cards' by Radiohead from their album 'In Rainbows'. They discuss the musical oddities, the interplay between the guitar and drums, and the metaphor and innuendo in the song. They also analyze the lyrics, themes, and vocal melodies, discussing possible interpretations and the song's arrangement. Additionally, they delve into the Kyoto Protocol and its relation to the 'house of cards' economic doctrine.

Nov 15, 2023 • 59min
S11E8 - Reckoner by Radiohead
Explore the themes of transience and the meaning of the song 'Reckoner' by Radiohead. Analyze the drum part and instrumental passage in the song. Discuss the golden ratio and its potential presence in the album 'In Rainbows'. Analyze the change in lyrics and its symbolism in 'Reckoner'.

Nov 7, 2023 • 38min
S11E7 - "In Rainbows" Title Analysis + Faust Arp
The podcast dissects Radiohead's album 'In Rainbows', analyzing its themes, symbolism, and unique songs. They explore the metaphorical meaning and context of 'Faust Arp' and discuss the symbolism of 'Take a Bow' and the 'Elephant in the Room'. They also interpret the cryptic lyrics of 'Faust Arp' and its role in the album.

Oct 31, 2023 • 33min
S11E6 - All I Need by Radiohead
This podcast episode dissects Radiohead's song 'All I Need' from their album 'In Rainbows'. The analysis explores the concept of limerence, rhythmic dissonance, climactic song form, and tone clusters. It also delves into the symbolism and interpretation of the lyrics, explores the chorus and its connections to art, and analyzes the musical additions in the second verse including piano octaves, Glock and Spiel counter melody, and ominous sound effects.

Oct 24, 2023 • 45min
S11E5 - Weird Fishes / Arpeggi by Radiohead
This podcast dissects Radiohead's song 'Weird Fishes / Arpeggi' from their album In Rainbows, analyzing its intricate guitar arrangements and potential symbolic lyrics about being stuck at the bottom of the sea.
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