The Wildescast

Faith in the Flow: Kosha Dillz on Rap, Israel, And Recovery


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In this episode, rapper and activist Kosha Dillz takes us on a journey through his music, identity, and resilience. From performing on college campuses and tackling misconceptions about Israel to crafting lyrics that resonate and spark dialogue, Kosha shares the highs and challenges of his unique path. He opens up about overcoming addiction, the influence of Jewish values like tzedakah, and the strength that carried him through tough times. We also dive into his creative process, his experiences performing for IDF soldiers, and the reactions to his Chanukah songs and recent tracks inspired by pivotal events. Tune in for a powerful conversation that bridges hip-hop, faith, and activism.

0:00 Introduction
0:58 Welcome Kosha Dillz
2:09 Performing on College Campuses
4:36 Does doing this feel dangerous?
6:30 Rap That Resonates
8:20 Misconceptions About Israel
13:35 The social scene of anti-Israel protests
15:59 Songs since 10/7
22:02 Chanukah Song and Reactions on Campus
23:28 What kind of schools book you?
26:29 How do you work on your rap?
29:13 Time on Wild 'n Out
31:49 How has your jewish identity influenced your music?
33:51 Tzedakah
37:27 Overcoming addiction
39:50 What kept you strong during tough times?
43:47 Performing for IDF Soldiers
48:14 Chanukah Concert and Songs
49:38 Outro

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