In this episode of Soft Parts Podcast, host Deana Bianco continues her conversation with author and biographer Guy Mankowski to explore the mental health and creative lives of musicians Kristen Pfaff, Kurt Cobain, and Courtney Love.

They revisit the energy of Hole’s 1995 Lollapalooza performance, unpack the pressures of the ’90s grunge scene, and discuss how music memoirs and personal narratives shape our understanding of these iconic artists. Mankowski shares insights from researching Pfaff’s life, highlighting themes of identity, authenticity, addiction, connection, and the emotional cost of fame. This episode is a deep dive into the intersection of mental health, creativity, and the legacy of grunge.

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