A warning, this episode features detailed discussion of sexual assault.

We need to talk about Cosby, his W. Kamau Bell's new showtime docu-series about, who

else?

Bill Cosby.

Bell seeks to better understand a man full of contradictions and complexities.

He traces Cosby's remarkable career and legacy in how he became one of the biggest stars

of the 20th century.

He also traces the comedians downfall.

Over 60 women have accused Cosby of sexual assault.

The docu-series are a mountain street complicated and powerful exercise.

I'm Aisha Harris and on today's episode of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour, we're discussing

we need to talk about Cosby.

Joining me today is NPR TV critic Eric DeGins.

Hey, Eric and welcome back.

And also here are the co-hosts of the podcast Fanty, journalist Trevelle Anderson and journalist

writer and producer Jared Hill.

Welcome back to you both.

It's great to have you here.

Hi, thanks for having us.

Hey, hey, thank you.

So at the beginning of we need to talk about Cosby, W. Kamau Bell explains why he feels

the urge to have this discussion.

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