Prince Ea

Richard Williams, better known by his stage name Prince Ea, is an American spoken word artist, poet, rapper, and filmmaker.

After graduating Magna Cum Laude from the University of Missouri-St. Louis with a degree in Anthropology -- he attended on a full scholarship, Prince Ea initially embarked on a career as a hip-hop artist. Inspired by artists like Immortal Technique and Canibus, he started and popularized the "Make S.M.A.R.T. Cool" movement to promote values such as intelligence, free thought, unity, and creativity in hip-hop music and culture. The "S.M.A.R.T." in "Make S.M.A.R.T. Cool" stands for "Sophisticating Minds and Revolutionizing Thought."

In 2014, Prince Ea pivoted from music to focus on creating motivational and inspirational spoken word films and content. His YouTube videos, which have amassed over two billion views, explore a broad spectrum of topics including environmentalism, race, work-life balance, and spirituality. He attributes his shift in perspective to ancient wisdom texts like the Tao Te Ching and the Bhagavad Gita.

Currently, Prince Ea is actively engaged in speaking at conferences and delivering lectures to high school and university students nationwide. His talks focus on self-development, living your passion, and the importance of staying motivated and engaged in the classroom.