Born and raised in South West Sydney, L-FRESH The LION is one of Australia’s most important Hip Hop artists. From live music venues, stadiums and arenas, to the United Nations Headquarters in New York, his music is a powerful statement which speaks of purpose. Inspired by their conversation, the end of this episode of the podcast features a new rap verse by Luka Lesson entitled ‘Mother Tongue’.

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Luka is a poet, rapper, educator and Ancient History buff who can’t keep his hands off the classics. Luka is often bouncing ideas off Athenian columns and global politics as he finds his way, giving commentary on life and writing as a modern philosopher, performer and full-time poet. Luka Lesson draws on his creative powers to either create new poetry inspired by conversations with guests from across the planet, or do a deep dive into his own catalogue of poetry and rap verses, using them as a sounding board for new conversions.