Lofty Muse

Keeping expectations low, this wide ranging monologue sets the frame for the next series of conversations - this time focused on the philosophy and culture of our times. Music still plays a key in this episode, as it has in the past. Pay attention to the lyrics for clues. "Dime" Song and Lyrics by Cake In the brown shag carpet of a cheap motel In the dark and dusty corner by the TV shelf Is a small reminder of a simpler time When a crumpled up pair of trousers cost a brand new dime Well you ask me how I made it through and how my mint condition could belong to you When I'm on the ground I roll through town I'm a president you don't remember getting kicked around I'm a dime I'm fine And I shine I'm freshly minted I am determined not to be dented By a car or by a plane or anything not yet invented I'm a dime I'm fine And I shine In the hiss and rumble of the freeway sounds As the afternoon commuters drive their cars around There's a ringle jingle near the underpass There's a sparkle near the fast food garbage