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How many poets could cram eBay, Friendster and Monster.com into 3-minute poem worthy of a standing ovation? Enjoy Rives' unique talent.
About Rives
Storyteller, writer and slam poet Rives has appeared on the last three seasons of HBO's Def Poetry Jam and was a member of the Def Poetry Jam international touring group. Offstage, Rives designs... Read full bio »
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