California Spoken Word Artists

In need of a well-versed storyteller? Whether they’re sharing short stories, telling tales, or performing poetic numbers, Spoken Word Artists can offer a unique variety of entertainment to virtually any event. Browse now and book your favorite in California.


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Chi-Brown

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Spoken Word Artist from North Hollywood, CA

Chi-Brown is a poet and author from Chicago, Illinois. His written works include a poetry book titled "Cry Now Laugh Later" and a humor book titled "Misery Loves Company." A creative powerhouse, Chi-Brown also writes and...

Starting at
$200 per event
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Anastasia DiFonzo

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Spoken Word Artist from Oakland, CA

Anastasia DiFonzo (she/her) is an Oakland-based poet with several years of performance experience. She has two collections of poetry: A Certain Serenity (Puna Press, 2022) and Girl. (Gnashing Teeth Publishing, 2024). She...

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Darlene Luckie

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Spoken Word Artist from Newport Beach, CA

I am a motivational and inspirational speaker concentrating on the gift of life and living it. I also love the spoken word and describing in lay terms how Scripture applies to our daily lives. I spoke at the famous Stone...

Starting at
$750 per event
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Straight Out Scribes

Spoken Word Artist from Sacramento, CA

Straight Out Scribes is a dynamic mother/daughter poetry duo comprised of daughter Dr. V.S. Chochezi and mother Staajabu. They have been performing as Straight Out Scribes for nearly 20 years. They are often called upon...

Lee Paul

Spoken Word Artist from Los Angeles, CA

On camera actor with a 30 year professional career in both film and television, (over 100 guest star and feature roles and national commercials ) GOOGLE], lecturer and published author (Bitch, Pitch and Get Rich), Lee ha...

Starting at
$500 per event
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David A. Romero

Spoken Word Artist from Diamond Bar, CA

David A. Romero is a Mexican-American spoken word artist from Diamond Bar, CA. Romero has appeared at over 60 colleges and universities in over 20 states in the USA. Romero is the second poet to be featured on All Def Di...

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Oya - Motivational Speaker, Corporate Trainer & MC

11reviews

15 verified bookings

Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Beverly Hills, CA

Oya Thomas is a nationally-known inspirational speaker and award winning author who lights up audiences with vitalizing talks that encourage others to express their authentic selves. Infused with compassionate, loving...

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Music Education Workshops & School Assemblies

Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Beverly Hills, CA

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Carolyn Gross | Creative Life Solutions

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Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from San Diego, CA

Meet the Chaos Ninja! Carolyn Educates People to Rise Above the Chaos and Find Their Purpose and Power. Bedazzled by her journey of strategies, woven with stories that: Energize, Empower & Educate. A Chaos Researcher f...

Starting at
$5,000 per event
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JaMarr John Johnson | Transformational Comedian ??

7reviews

11 verified bookings

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Keynote Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Los Angeles, CA

Summary of Services - Motivational Speaker 27 years - Stand-Up Comedian 19 years - Content Creator 13 years - Trained Improviser 10 years - Sales/Marketing Trainer 10 years - Corporate Trainer 10 years - Speaker/Comedy C...

Starting at
$3,000 per event
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Oya

Emcee & Spoken Word Artist from Beverly Hills, CA

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Rocky Detwiler Inspirational Speaker / Workshops

2reviews

2 verified bookings

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Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Boise, ID

Increased Sales / Improved Retention / Team Building / Positively Transformed Cultures The events I specialize in are Leaderships Training, Key Notes, Trade Shows, Retreats, Career Developments, Corporate America, U...

Starting at
$1,000 per event
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Michelle Porcelli - The Resiliency Lady

5reviews

13 verified bookings

Keynote Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Sandy, UT

Get ready to ride into "THE DISCOMFORT ZONE" with Michelle Porcelli, also known as The Resiliency Lady and CEO of "4 Key Elements". As a distinguished Author, Educator, Licensed Counselor, and TEDx Speaker, Michelle spec...

Starting at
$2,000 per event
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Wes Berry I WSJ Author & Motivational Humorist

12reviews

27 verified bookings

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Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Detroit, MI

He works with Fortune 500 companies like Johnson & Johnson to businesses and associations of all sizes seeking breakthrough experiences. Wes is a TEDx Speaker and a Wall Street Journal best-selling author; he has written...

Starting at
$5,000 per event
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Chris Fairbank BEST "Dare to be Different" Speaker

5reviews

12 verified bookings

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Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from San Antonio, TX

BALLET TO BULLETS LET'S TALK LEADERSHIP. RENOWNED BALLET DANCER TURNED INSPIRING MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER WILL MAKE AUDIENCES LAUGH AND REALIZE THAT ANYONE CAN ACHIEVE THEIR DEEPEST AND GREATEST GOALS. Christopher is known a...

Starting at
$2,000 per event
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Dawn Holley

28reviews

52 verified bookings

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Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Huntsville, AL

Author of the new book“22 Keys to Joy - for the easily distracted” has a thought provoking Resilience message. Humans, especially creatives, need joy to thrive. What if activating deep joy could unlock your true design...

Starting at
$1,800 per event
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Julienne B. Ryan

7reviews

10 verified bookings

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Corporate Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from New York City, NY

Julienne B. Ryan is a motivational, entertaining Storyteller and Keynote speaker, and the Author of the humorous book “The Learned It In Queens Communications Playbook – Winning Against Digital Distraction.” She is the...

Starting at
$1,000 per event
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Matt Episcopo - TEDx, International Speaker Author

2reviews

4 verified bookings

Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Albany, NY

WHY DO TEDx ATTENDEES, COMPANIES AND ASSOCIATIONS AROUND THE WORLD RAVE ABOUT MATT'S PROGRAMS? Because Matt's upbeat interactive hands on approach engages audience members and delivers valuable content, with proven res...

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JaMarr John Johnson

Motivational Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Austin, TX

Summary of Services - Motivational Speaker 27 years - Stand-Up Comedian 19 years - Content Creator 15 years - Trained Improviser 12 years - Sales/Marketing Trainer 12 years - Corporate Trainer 12 years - Speaker/Comedy C...

Starting at
$3,000 per event
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Art Rascon

1review

1 verified booking

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Public Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Houston, TX

Looking for an inspiring, motivational speaker for your next event? Look no further than Art Rascon. With an impressive array of stories to share, Art is known for captivating audiences and leaving them feeling motivated...

Starting at
$1,800 per event
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"Have a Ball!" Team Building & Keynotes

Keynote Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Orlando, FL

INSPIRE YOUR TEAM WITH PLAY & CREATIVITY! * FEEL MORE CONNECTED & ENGAGED WITH INTERACTIVE CHALLENGES * DISCOVER NEW PRACTICES TO BOOST PHYSICAL & MENTAL WELL-BEING * UNLOCK YOUR TEAM'S ABILITY TO FACE BIG CHALLENGES...

Starting at
$1,000 per event
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"Have a Ball!" Team Building & Keynotes

Keynote Speaker & Spoken Word Artist from Philadelphia, PA

INSPIRE YOUR TEAM WITH PLAY & CREATIVITY! * FEEL MORE CONNECTED & ENGAGED WITH INTERACTIVE CHALLENGES * DISCOVER NEW PRACTICES TO BOOST PHYSICAL & MENTAL WELL-BEING * UNLOCK YOUR TEAM'S ABILITY TO FACE BIG CHALLENGES...

Starting at
$1,000 per event
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