Kickin' It With Westside Gravy
from People Jew Wanna Know Hosted by People Jew Wanna Know
Rapper and producer, Westside Gravy, joins People Jew Wanna Know podcast to reflect on his career, his music, and his Black/Jewish/Russian-speaking identity. This conversation takes a surprising turn when Margarita and Gravy dive into the legacy of his grandfather, Mikhail Shufutinsky, who is a famous Russian singer. Gravy talks about his upbringing and how it inspired his music. They also discuss BLM and Gravy's reflections on the black community. Check out Westside Gravy anywhere you get your music and follow him on Instagram @westsidegravy Support our work: buymeacoffee.com/peoplejewwannaknow What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro & Episode Agenda 04:08 On Westside Gravy's upbringing & career 05:33 Gravy's Black/Jewish/Russian-speaking identity & how he made Aliyah 08:35 Response to Gravy's music post Oct 7th 10:28 Gravy's take on black/Jewish relations, issues with BLM, & Margarita's experience in Minneapolis 25:52 Gravy's Russian-Jewish identity & the influence of Mikhail Shufutinsky 36:00 Westside Gravy's message to us 41:15 Closing Remarks & Guest Nomination
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