Father, Educator, Writer, Poet, Spokenword Artist & Host. He is a graduate of UCLA with a B.A. in History. This gentle giant has a special gift for creating haiku and short stories accented with his wit and humble personality. AKoldPiece has traveled as far as the motherland “Afraka” to share his artistry. His book, called The Weather Report, is a book of haiku, which he calls “my-ku.”

AKoldPiece is also an event host, using his ability to weave his friendly demeanor and humor into his stage time. His hosting credits include “Le’ Boule,” a poetry production in Los Angeles, S.W.A.A.M. Burn This Bridge, Poets Feed The People Speak Easy Open Mic. He has co-hosted at Poets Jazz House, World Stage Anasi Writers Workshop, Flight School Open Mic,   On Higher Ground, host for Thursday Night Vibes, BLOG Lyrical Origami,  the host for Frozen Vibes, Poetry, Friends & Drinks, and The Spot Open Mic. He is currently the Executive Producer and host for Slanguage Poetry Show.