Whenever you speak with the RZA, expect some mental jewels to be dropped. Join this fascinating discussion in which RZA goes in depth about how his young life changed once he acquired knowledge of self—and how his beliefs were in conflict with his pre-Wu-Tang activities on the streets. RZA also talks about growing up on Staten Island amongst mob-connected residents and how his own large family actually prepared him for leading his brothers in rhyme. And rap nerds won’t want to miss the Abbott gush over his never ending love of kung fu movies and comic books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices