Departures is KCET's hyper-local web documentary, community engagement tool and digital literacy program about the cultural history of Los Angeles' neighborhoods.
Mike the Poet - LA: Land of 1000 Dances
Mike Sonksen, otherwise known as Mike the Poet, is a third generation Angeleno sharing history and culture through poetry. He shared his poem, LA: Land of 1000 Dances, with Departures at a StoryShare event, December 4th, 2010. For more of his poetry, visit his myspace page.
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Sean Hill says :
AMAZING! Such a blend of positive commentary, factually fun informative information, and a sense of loving urgency to become aware enough to bring about a wise evolution in our society and selves! Mike the Poet is one of the greatest...pick one...human being, poet, active change maker, hosts, and all around L.A. native~
With respect and peace~