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Ephraim Nehemiah is a nationally touring performance poet, published writer, educator, actor, comedian, and storyteller known for blending vulnerability, humor, cultural commentary, and commanding stage presence. Their work has been featured through TEDx, Button Poetry, AfroPunk, the Smithsonian, and the NBA. A decorated spoken-word competitor, Ephraim is a National Poetry Slam Champion, Southern Fried Poetry Slam Champion, Charm City Slam Champion, and Baltimore Grand Slam Champion. They are also the author of The Autobiography of Absence. Thought-provoking, honest, funny, and unapologetically human, Ephraim brings championship-level storytelling and spoken word to the Words, Wings & Wine stage.

Black Assets is an international recording artist, vocalist, songwriter, curator, and multidisciplinary creative whose sound blends soul, gospel, blues, rock, and neo-soul. Born in Mississippi and raised in Baltimore, she has performed in more than 20 countries, bringing powerful storytelling and unmistakable stage presence to audiences worldwide. Beyond performing, Black Assets is the creator of The Living Room Social and The Baltimore Soul Stage, platforms dedicated to live music, artist development, and Baltimore’s creative community. Her artistry explores love, healing, identity, resistance, and connection. This August, Black Assets brings her voice, soul, and captivating energy to Words, Wings & Wine.