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S13E5: Dissecting “Father Time” by Kendrick Lamar

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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.

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Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna
Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler
Additional Production: Justin Sayles
Theme Music: Birocratic

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