Dissect
The Ringer
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.
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Aug 8, 2023 • 1h 41min
Nostalgia, Ultra | LAST SONG STANDING (E2)
The hosts of the podcast continue their search for Frank Ocean's greatest song. They discuss the mixtape Nostalgia, ULTRA and go back to 2011, reminiscing about their favorite music blogs. They explore Frank Ocean's early musical influences and the meaning behind the song 'Novocaine'. They analyze the lyrics and historical context of certain songs, decoding the mysterious meaning behind Frank Ocean's music. They compare different versions of a song and debate the best song from Nostalgia, ULTRA. They also engage in a cultural exchange, discussing assigned songs and exploring emotional impact in music.
Aug 1, 2023 • 1h 41min
Channel Orange | LAST SONG STANDING (E1)
Join Cole and Charles as they embark on a mission to crown Frank Ocean's greatest song by delving into the album 'Channel Orange'. They quiz each other on album facts, explore themes of love in the digital age, and discuss the significance of 'Bad Religion' and 'Pyramids'. Get ready for humor, deep analysis, and the suspense of selecting the final song!
May 30, 2023 • 53min
MX1E9 - "Walking" by Denzel Curry
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 CuchnaAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: BirocraticLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 23, 2023 • 40min
MX1E8 - "Figaro" by MF Doom
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 CuchnaAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: BirocraticLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 16, 2023 • 1h 16min
MX1E7 - "Mural" by Lupe Fiasco (PART 2)
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 CuchnaProducer: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: BirocraticLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 9, 2023 • 59min
MX1E6 - "Mural" by Lupe Fiasco (PART 1)
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 CuchnaProducer: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: BirocraticLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 2, 2023 • 42min
MX1E5 - "Introvert" by Little Simz
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 CuchnaProducer: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: BirocraticLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 25, 2023 • 1h 4min
MX1E4 - "The Story of OJ" by JAY-Z
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 CuchnaWriter: Femi OlutadeAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: BirocraticLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 18, 2023 • 40min
MX1E3 - "6 Foot 7 Foot" by Lil Wayne
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 CuchnaProducer: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: BirocraticLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 11, 2023 • 59min
MX1E2 - "Nosetalgia" by Pusha T & Kendrick Lamar
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 CuchnaProducer: Justin SaylesAudio Editing: Kevin PoolerTheme Music: BirocraticLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
