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Welcome!

I'm Clifford Stumme, and I use literary analysis and research to explain the deeper meanings of pop songs. Feel free to leave a comment or to email me at clifford@popsongprofessor.com with questions or ideas!

Podcast: What's eating Lorde? Getting deep into the meaning of "Magnets," "Royals," and "Team."

Podcast: What's eating Lorde? Getting deep into the meaning of "Magnets," "Royals," and "Team."

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April and Clifford get deeper into the meaning behind "Magnets" by Lorde and Disclosure in this edition of the podcast. Comment below or email Clifford at jugglingcliff@gmail.com if you have something to add or have questions! 

Disclaimer: The portions of songs played in this podcast are done so with "Fair Use" policy in mind. The segments are kept as short as possible and are used for criticism, not as a market substitute.

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