Joseph was born in Manhattan, New York, and moved to Asheville, North Carolina, at age 7, where he spent most of his childhood. Since then, he has lived in various cities across the United States, Canada, and Europe. He has also studied in Russia. He moved to Canada in 2012, where he now resides.

Joseph holds an impressive academic portfolio, including a Master of Arts in International Relations, a Master of Arts in Linguistics, a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics & Russian, and an Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems. His writing seamlessly blends intellectual depth with vivid storytelling.