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Aug 13
1h 26m

Kid Cudi: The Pursuit Paid Off

Alex Cooper
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This week, Alex sits down with Kid Cudi for a raw conversation about the dark side of fame and his path to self-love. He opens up about navigating grief and addiction as his career skyrocketed, and how rehab ultimately helped him survive. He tells the story of meeting his wife and shares the best moments from their wedding, plus what to expect from his upcoming album.This episode includes discussion about addiction, depression, and suicidal ideation. Please keep this in mind when deciding if, how, and when you’ll listen.

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