In this episode, Palestinian-Norwegian artist El Susi shares his extraordinary journey from Gaza to Stavanger. He recalls the chaos of 7 October, when war once again engulfed Gaza, and how his family endured the uncertainty of escape before finally finding safety in Norway.

El Susi reflects on the striking contrasts between life in Gaza and in Stavanger: the cultural values, daily freedoms, and what it means to raise his daughters between two worlds. He speaks about identity, belonging, and the challenges and opportunities that come with building a new life far from home.

As one of Gaza’s pioneering hip-hop artists and a co-founder of Revolution Makers, El Susi has long used music to confront injustice and express resilience. Now continuing his art in exile, he turns the pain of displacement into powerful songs of hope, bridging the distance between his past and his new beginning in Norway.

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