Sit Still, Look PRI-TEA
Sit Still, Look PRI-TEA is a soul-stirring, brown-girl-led podcast that brews bold conversations steeped in truth, tenderness, and tea.
Hosted by Priya & Priyanka, the PRI-TEA ladies aim to bring together stories of identity, womanhood, diaspora, and resilience — spotlighting voices often left on the sideline.
What started as a safe space to share their personal reflections has now evolved into a dynamic storytelling platform featuring guest interviews, candid culture chats, and honest revelations.
Sit Still, Look PRI-TEA
Episode 38: Unboxed In Her Sound
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What does it take to build a career in music when there is no blueprint to follow?
In this episode, Priyanka sits down with Sejal Kargal, also known as $EJ, a South Asian-American independent artist whose music blends identity, culture, and experimentation into a sound entirely her own. From learning violin and Carnatic vocals as a child to teaching herself music production during the pandemic, Sejal reflects on her journey of putting her art into the world, navigating visibility in a crowded industry, and embracing the vulnerability that comes with sharing her story through music. This is a conversation about identity, self-discovery, and the courage to stay true to your voice while creating a space for yourself in an industry that often asks you to fit in.
Discover Sejal Kargal music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4F7XRitNMqio4eaqYMRs8d?si=zYAYkUwxQq2w2Bi0aZzquA