LeRon L. Barton is a writer from Kansas City, Missouri, now residing in San Diego, CA. He's known for books like "Straight Dope: A 360 Degree Look into American Drug Culture" and "All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage." LeRon's essays, focusing on topics like racism and politics, have been featured in prestigious publications. He's also an international speaker, appearing on platforms like TEDx and Al Jazeera, and is passionate about mentoring African-American youth and exploring the world through backpacking.