Meet Laurent Che of "Out of the Heart." Laurent has been a poet and professional spoken word artist for 10 years. He began writing poetry at 9 years old and started sharing with the world at about 17. He's performed on stages throughout the country, with works published in theatrical productions, short films produced based on his poetry. Laurent has competed in national spoken word competitions and taught poetry at the high school level. Discovering his passion for poetry at an early age allowed him to find his voice, hone his craft, and master the fundamentals of being a strong spoken word artist, all while creating a unique style that set him apart.