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In this interview from 2016, Dr. Umar Johnson gets into a deep conversation with DJ Vlad to share his thoughts on the gay community, black men being criminalized in America, why he feels Martin Luther King Jr. would probably criticize Obama today, and his plans to start a residential academy 100% comprised of black students.

Billionaire and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy discussed his life and career in a new VladTV exclusive. The entrepreneur talked about growing up in Ohio with immigrant parents from India and attending a Catholic high school despite his Hindu upbringing. His academic excellence led him to pursue his undergraduate studies at Harvard before getting a law degree from Yale. Eventually, Vivek founded his own biotech company, which helped him reach billionaire status. Fast-forward to 2023, when Vivek decided to run for president as a Republican. After stepping down earlier this year, Vivek has endorsed Donald Trump. To hear more about Vivek Ramaswamy's career and political views, check out the full interview above.

In this interview from 2021, former Colombo crime family enforcer Anthony Luciano Raimondi came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he shared his story about how he came to be involved with the mob. From growing up in Brooklyn to being around the mob with his father, who was involved himself, Anthony spoke about going to the Colombo hangout spot as young as 12-years-old. By the age of 16, Anthony was facing serious legal trouble, and he went on to speak about various violent events that he carried out. To hear more, including Anthony speaking about becoming a made man, family wars, and distancing himself from the mob, hit the full interview above.

In this VladTV Interview from January, Luenell spoke about a variety of topics, including why she drew horns on Diddy’s photo while at a studio. Along with that, the comedian addressed Taraji P. Henson’s comments about low wages in acting for Black women, and how it correlates to the comedy world as well.

While returning for another VladTV exclusive, Michael Jai White was joined by his wife, actress Gillian White. The couple offered their thoughts on the rap feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar before breaking down how they work together as peers. Gillian also talked about being pressured to do nude scenes early in her career and how she navigated those scenarios. They also addressed the concept of industry blackballing and the power dynamics in Hollywood. Michael and Gillian talked about various Hollywood scandals and recent events within the combat sports world. Gillian also detailed her life and career, which included breaking into the industry through LL Cool J's "Hey Lover" video, later becoming the first Black woman to lead a martial arts film, and her marriage to Michael Jai.

Comedian Gary Owen returned to VladTV for the first time since 2016. He reacted to various music feuds, including Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake and Quavo vs. Chris Brown. He also addressed the topics raised in Katt Williams' viral interview and confirmed he was hit on by a male movie executive. Gary Owen opened up about his issues with Mo'Nique, his public divorce, dating preferences, and much more.

Bill Haney joined VladTV for an in-depth discussion about his life and career. The father and trainer to boxing champion Devin Haney talked about his Oakland upbringing, which included being raised by a mother who was a Black Panther and getting involved in street activities. In an attempt to escape his environment, Bill Haney attended college in Kentucky but repeated his mistakes, which resulted in him serving prison time. After his release and the birth of Devin, Bill was determined to turn his life around. He moved to Las Vegas, where he opened a boxing gym and entered the music industry. After witnessing the potential of Devin, Bill dedicated himself to helping his son become one of boxing's biggest stars today. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

Grant Cardone welcomed DJ Vlad into his Malibu beach house for another VladTV exclusive. The real estate investor explained why he was selling his Malibu home and confirmed that he offered his Miami home to be purchased with Bitcoin. He also alerted viewers on the economic challenges facing America before giving his opinions on long-term investment strategies. Cardone listed business sectors that are experiencing growth and opened up about his defamation lawsuit against T-Mobile's former CEO. Later in the interview, he addressed American politicians and gave his predictions on the stock market. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

TK Kirkland returned for yet another VladTV exclusive, where he immediately reacted to Kendrick Lamar's Drake diss, "Euphoria." The comedian praised the rapper's track before comparing the rap feud to other classic battles, such as 50 Cent and Ja Rule's. He also offered his thoughts on LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry's seasons all ending early and praised upcoming stars like Anthony Edwards. TK also talked about Mike Tyson's upcoming fight against Jake Paul, Quavo and Chris Brown's beef, and much more.

Youtuber Trap Lore Ross detailed his path to creating his controversial rap documentaries in a new VladTV exclusive. The content creator talked about his love for Hip-Hop taking him from trying to become a rapper and comedian to directing music videos before finding success with rap documentaries. He explained that his first viral video was about Jay-Z shooting his brother, which led to follow-ups including Frank Ocean's label battle, 50 Cent and Rick Ross' feud, and DaBaby's Wal-Mart shooting. Most notable was Trap Lore Ross' King Von documentary, which had viral success but also led to drama. To hear Trap Lore Ross' stories behind the documentaries and much more, check out the full interview above.

Math Hoffa sat down with DJ Vlad for another engaging discussion on a variety of topics. The "My Expert Opinion" host talked about the shifts in his podcast as well as the changing landscape in media. He also offered his thoughts on the rap feud between Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and J. Cole. On that topic, Vlad and Math Hoffa gave their opinions on J. Cole apologizing for his Kendrick Lamar diss. The two also reflected on Drake's diss before debating a number of additional subjects. Click above to view the full interview.

In this VladTV exclusive flashback, Soulja Boy sits down for one of the most memorable interviews on the platform. He lays his life story and retells the story of his infamous home invasion.

Rapper Yelawolf returned to VladTV after over a decade since his last interview on the platform. The music artist detailed his upbringing in Alabama and Tennessee, highlighting his rebellious teenage years filled with skateboarding, drugs, and evading trouble with the law. He also talked about his introduction to Hip-Hop before experiencing homelessness and moving back to the south to hone in on his image. Continuing to develop his sound while living in an Alabama trailer park, Yelawolf eventually moved to Atlanta and signed with Ghetto Vision Entertainment. After gaining a buzz through hooks and merging rock, country, and rap, he secured a major deal with Interscope through the release of his "Trunk Muzik" mixtape. The Interscope deal paved the way for a partnership with Eminem's Shady Records and a number of notable releases and collaborative EPs. To hear Yelawolf detail his life and career, check out the full interview above.

UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal sat down with VladTV ahead of his upcoming boxing match against MMA legend Nate Diaz. Masvidal described his troubled childhood, which included petty theft and frequent fights. He talked about participating in Kimbo Slice's backyard fights, which led him to pursue an MMA career. After competing in various fight leagues, Masvidal finally made it to the UFC where he achieved multiple accolades. Throughout the rest of the interview, Masvidal opened up about his notable fights, inside and outside of the ring, and much more.

Reggie Wright Jr. and Mob James returned for another podcast episode where the two began by talking about OJ Simpson's passing. After reflecting on high-profile cases involving OJ Simpson and Rodney King, Reggie and James highlighted the dangers of being disrespectful on social media. They also brought in a special guest, who discussed how Suge Knight's 28-year plea deal was negotiated. They also talked about recent updates regarding Diddy, NBA Youngboy, and Keefe D's legal issues. To hear more, including their thoughts on Drake using AI to include 2Pac on "Taylor Made Freestyle," check out the full interview above.

DJ Akademiks returned for another VladTV exclusive where he offered his thoughts on a variety of topics. The interview kicked off with Akademiks giving his opinion on the rap feud between Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole and Drake. He also floated around his possible reasons for Drake and Future's rift before breaking down the simmering beef between Drake and Kendrick. Later, the media personality compared the commercial success of Drake and Kendrick, Diddy's legal issues, and his beef with Meek Mill. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

In this VladTV exclusive, controversial Youtuber Trenches News offered details into his life story. The Chicago native talked about witnessing his mother's drug addiction after his parents split and the gang violence in his neighborhood. He kept himself out of trouble and even attended college. However, a case of mistaken identity caused him to get shot in the head, which reversed the direction of his life path. Getting mixed up in the streets and corrupt law enforcement led him to become an FBI informant. Trenches News also spoke about his own incarceration, and knowledge of notable Chicago rap figures, and his involvement in the O-Block 6 trial. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

Former NFL player Marcellus Wiley returned to VladTV for the first time in three years. The interview started with the former Buffalo Bill giving his reaction to OJ Simpson's passing and revealing his interactions with the late Hall of Famer. Vlad also mentioned that he almost secured an interview with OJ until negotiations fell apart. Marcellus and Vlad mentioned Caitlyn Jenner's reaction to OJ's passing before Marcellus offered his thoughts on transgenders in sports. Marcellus talked about rap beefs and reflected on witnessing the early brewing of the Drake and Kendrick Lamar feud. To hear more, including Marcellus' thoughts on J. Cole's decision to apologize for his diss track towards Kendrick Lamar, check out the full interview above.

Adam22 returned to VladTV, where he discussed various topics with DJ Vlad. The No Jumper host started by highlighting various figures that he and Vlad mutually clicked with and disagreed with. Speaking on his show with Wack100, Adam compared working with Wack to working with Dame Dash. He also responded to critics labeling No Jumper as a gang platform. Throughout the rest of the interview, Adam22 reflected on some of his notable interviews since his last sit-down with VladTV, as well as various current events and much more.

In this new VladTV exclusive, Tony Yayo returned for an in-depth interview and was joined by Uncle Murda. The two rappers spoke about the controversy surrounding Diddy, while Tony Yayo offered more details about Diddy and 50 Cent's history. Also, both described their experiences on 50's historically successful tour. Uncle Murda explained how he became affiliated with 50 Cent and G-Unit before he and Tony Yayo offered their thoughts on G-Dep's release from prison. They also discussed the upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, Kendrick Lamar's rap beef with J. Cole and Drake, and much more.

In this 2017 sitdown with Gervonta "Tank" Davis, Vlad spoke with the star boxer about his rising career at the time. Tank Davis talked about his rough upbringing in Baltimore, which included foster care and his parents' battle with drug addiction. He opened up about boxing at the age of seven and signing to Floyd Mayweather's Money Team. Tank also addressed the health hazards associated with boxing before explaining how a legal charge costed him his title belt at the time. To hear more from Tank Davis before his rise to becoming one of boxing's biggest box office draws, check out the full interview above.

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas returned to VladTV to discuss multiple topics since his last visit. The new sit-down started with Gilbert giving his reaction to the recent raids on Diddy's homes. He dissected the allegations against the mogul and broke down how people make themselves vulnerable to such investigations. After addressing the additional people mentioned in the lawsuits, he spoke about the relationship between Jalen Green and Draya, as well as the recent breakup between Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan. To hear Gilbert Arenas discuss more NBA and sports-related topics, check out the full interview above.

Ashanti sat down with VladTV in 2015 for an in-depth discussion of her life and career. The R&B singer spoke on her family background and pointed out that her grandfather marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. She also addressed then-rumors of her signing to Young Money/Cash Money before opening up about her time on Murder Inc. After breaking down her working chemistry with Ja Rule, she talked about the label's feud with G-Unit, as well as Irv and Chris Gotti's federal trial. Later, Ashanti explained her decision to go independent and revealed some more secrets from her career.

O-Block Louie, close friend of late rapper King Von, detailed getting shot in the head during the shooting that resulted in Von's death. First, he talked about his upbringing in Chicago and his early connection to Chief Keef. He also detailed his friendship with King Von and Von's unlikely rise as a rap star after being acquitted in a murder case. Louie later detailed the fatal incident that was sparked by a confrontation between King Von and Quando Rondo. He broke down his recovery process after getting shot in the head and admitted that he doesn't remember much from the fatal night. Louie later reflected on FBG Duck's passing and the ensuing O-Block 6 trial before speaking about King Von's legacy.

In this 2021 interview, rapper Young Buck opened up about his rise to prominence and the drawbacks of being in the public eye while dealing with real-life situations. Buck detailed how things soured between him and 50 Cent but expressed a deep love and loyalty for G-Unit that even Fif's antics can't undermine. He also discussed the rumors surrounding him and a transwoman, the influence of Three 6 Mafia as a native Tennesseean, and seeing Birdman kiss Lil Wayne, Turk, and BG.

In this VladTV exclusive, Michael Corleone Blanco detailed his life as the youngest son of Griselda Blanco. He started by opening up about his upbringing in Colombia and clearing up misconceptions regarding his mother's early life. He also refuted claims that his parents had a turbulent relationship but admitted to his parents' involvement in the criminal underworld. Michael talked about being exposed to casual violence as a child and witnessing his mother expand her drug empire. Later in the interview, Michael detailed Griselda's dealing with Pablo Escobar and the death of his father. His losses didn't stop there as his mother was sentenced to prison, and his brothers were killed. To hear more, including his reaction to Charles Cosby's VladTV interview, check out the full interview above.

Sebastian Telfair returned to VladTV to discuss a number of topics since his last sit-down. The former NBA player reacted to Diddy's legal issues by revealing he had been invited to the music mogul's parties. Telfair and Vlad used Diddy's legal predicament to have a wider conversation about men finding themselves in undesirable situations with women. They also gave their opinions on Bronny James entering the draft despite having a less-than-stellar season at USC. Sebastian Telfair also discussed his experiences playing against various NBA superstars before offering his thoughts on relationships involving Larsa Pippen and Draya Michele. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

In 2023, multi-platinum rapper The Game sat down for a new VladTV exclusive, where he detailed his life and career. Vlad started the conversation by acknowledging the full circle moment as his "Devil's Advocate" mixtape was his first video production experience. Game opened up about his childhood, experiences in foster care, and what contributed to him joining the Bloods. After detailing his jail experiences and surviving a shooting, he told the story of how he started rapping and eventually signed to Dr. Dre. Despite becoming a G-Unit member and rap star after his debut album, Game eventually feuded with G-Unit and left Aftermath. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

In this 2022 full-length interview, Tony Yayo talks about being born and raised in South Jamaica, Queens, and selling drugs with Booboo aka 50 Cent. The 44-year rapper recalls 50 Cent being a legend in his hood, claiming that Fiddy had 20 of his friends working for him. As the talk moves along, he details 50 Cent's first meeting with Jam Master Jay, back in 1996 and his first experience with Onyx before explaining how 50 and Ja started beefing. He also revealed that Ja Rule's chain was getting passed around, amongst his social circle. Later, Tony Yayo talks about why 50 Cent had beef with Fat Joe and why it was not a good idea for him to beef with DJ Khaled. Moving along, the "So Seductive" rapper discusses why 50 Cent has a problem with DJ Vlad, having hip hop fans of all races, touring with Janet Jackson, seeing Young Buck on stage with Rick Ross, and his upcoming project, the "Welcome to the Culture" podcast. He also shares that he is planning on dropping a mixtape and more music soon. To learn more about Tony Yayo's interview with VladTV, watch the video above!

In this 2023 interview, Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, actor, dancer, and record producer Ne-Yo was the special guest on a recent VladTV exclusive with Gloria Velez. During the interview, Ne-Yo opened up about his songwriting process, particularly when writing for women such as Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Mary J. Blige. He admitted to not really understanding what goes on in a woman's mind but suggested that his upbringing in a household full of women perhaps gave him a certain insight. Ne-Yo explained that he writes from a place of emotion, which he learned was not something to be scoffed at while growing up. His emotional perspective seems to resonate more with women. Ne-Yo discussed the societal stereotypes around expressing emotions, suggesting that society shuns vulnerability among men. Ne-Yo also broke down his biggest hits and whether he feels some should've been kept for himself. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

In this 2022 interview, Stormy Daniels talks about becoming a dancer at the age of 17, participating in a few burlesque shows, what eventually led to her falling into the adult film industry, and her infamous run-in with Donald Trump. As the discussion moves along, the famous adult actress talks about her lawsuit against Donald Trump and why she decided to drop out of "Celebrity Big Brother" hours before the show was set to go live. Lastly, Daniels takes on the subject of her former lawyer, Michael Avenatti, getting arrested before declaring that she thinks something bad is going to happen to Donald Trump.

In this full-length interview from 2023, Jabari "Miles" Hayes looks back on his upbringing from the housing projects in New York City to becoming a track star at Morehouse College in Atlanta, where he linked up with the criminal organization BMF and began trafficking drugs for them. He also talks about the impact of his concurrent prison sentences for racketeering, which resulted in him being behind bars for nearly six years, and how his pitfalls inspired the making of his critically acclaimed book 'Miles In The Life.' As the conversation unfolds, the author/movie producer explains what it was like to live in the housing projects of NYC just before the crack/cocaine era hit the neighborhood. He also shares what it was like to hustle for his father. Moving along, Jabari recounts being "drug searched" by a drug-sniffing K-9 unlawfully before explaining to Cavario what "Big Game Hunters" are in law enforcement. Lastly, Jabari talks about the infamous BMF raids of the mid-2000s, which resulted in the arrests of him, Big Meech, and Southwest T. For more, scroll up and press play. Interview by: Cavario

The Game returned to VladTV, where he offered his views on a variety of rap topics. The West Coast MC started by giving his take on various rap feuds. Having had his own experiences in various Hip-Hop beefs, Game discussed multiple rivalries involving Eminem, MGK, Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj, Drake, Pusha T, Diddy, Gucci Mane, Jeezy, T.I., Lil Flip, 50 Cent, Ja Rule, Jay-Z, and Nas. He addressed more rap battles before comparing Ice Cube's first two solo albums and reflecting on his own feud with 50 Cent. Game also touched on his experiences with therapy and much more.

In 2021 Kountry Wayne came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he opened up about his life's story, including being a teenage father and having 7 kids by the time he was 22. He then detailed going from being an aspiring rapper to a club owner, and then finding fame on social media with his skits. Kountry Wayne explained that he was doing well for himself by doing stand-up shows, but the pandemic changed everything. He revealed that he went from having $100,000 in the bank to $13,000- which led to him rethinking the way he was putting out content on social media. The change led to Kountry Wayne monetizing his videos and making several deals, which resulted in millions in the bank. To hear his full story, hit the above video.

Michael Jai White returned for another VladTV exclusive where the actor offered his thoughts on a variety of topics. The action star started off by addressing the federal raids on Diddy's properties and admitting that he wasn't shocked by the turn of events. He revealed that his ex-girlfriend was friends with Diddy's late partner, Kim Porter, and he witnessed the mogul surrounding himself with yes-men. Throughout the remainder of the interview, Michael Jai White and Vlad discussed the details of the lawsuits against Diddy, the allure and realities of street culture, Terrence Howard's stance on taxes, combat sports, and much more.

Boosie recently hosted an interview on his 88-acre property, revealing his ambitious construction and development plans. The property, to be called "Boosie Town," will consist of a "Batman Mansion" as the main house, four homes for his children, and a container mansion made with 40-ft cube containers. In the summer, his kids, ranging from 15 to 18 years old, will live in the houses independently to learn self-reliance. His plans also include a third swimming pool, a subdivision gate, and a golf cart track through the woods. Each two-story house will be uniquely designed with different features like glass or steel balconies and varied room configurations. Boosie is yet to finalize the cost of building these homes and is considering securing funding from investors in Saudi Arabia to construct more homes on the land in the future. He also showcased his nearly completed 'Batman Mansion.' The mansion features a Batman-inspired decor along with a customized pool table, marble island kitchen, four-and-a-half bedrooms, a personal theater with an LCD screen, and a dedicated yoga room, among other luxury amenities. The once-dense forest area on the property now features a golfing green, with more houses planned for development. On having too much space in the mansion, Boosie plans to consider Airbnb for parts of the mansion. The construction project is expected to be ready in about four months, potentially by June or July. Notably, 'Boosie Town' has inspired a host of upcoming artists, with Boosie revealing his continued plans to develop the property.

In this 2019 interview, DaBaby speaks on a number of topics, including his come-up in the music industry that's now made him a household name. Throughout the interview, the rising star out of Charlotte touches on past controversies in both his professional and personal life, essentially attributing that negativity to those who are envious of his success. Elsewhere in the conversation, DaBaby speaks on standing his ground when Atlanta goons said he needed a permission slip to record a music video, in addition to paying Boosie $15K for his very first feature when he started his career. From there, his own artist $tunna 4 Vegas joins the interview, and together they talk about the success of their hit record, "Animal," that currently on YouTube has over 5 million views.

In 2022, former Detroit street figure Ladon “Beast” Simon came through to tell his story for the first time to VladTV, including being depicted as “Lamar” on the hit STARZ show “BMF. Ladon started out speaking about growing up in Detroit and witnessing the riots in the late 1960s, which he participated in as a child. Ladon also spoke about getting in the streets at 14 and being successful by the time he was 15, but things started to change in the late 1970s when Ladon was getting serious time. Moving along, Ladon explained how he got the nickname “Beast,” going to prison, rumors about going to a mental institution, his relationship with E.D. Boyd, and his thoughts on Big Meech and Southwest T. To hear more, including Ladon speaking about not being consulted for the BMF series, hit the full interview above.

In this interview from 2022, notorious former mafia hit man Sammy “The Bull” Gravano sat down for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he started off telling the story of his origins, including his family being from Sicily. After speaking about how his family moved to Brooklyn, Sammy detailed how he got involved with the mob, which led to stories about how he made his way within the organization as a hitman. After working for the Colombo family, Sammy spoke about joining the Gambino family and becoming a made man. Sammy also detailed his success in the construction business. During the conversation, Sammy spoke about John Gotti’s infamous RICO case, being put under FBI surveillance himself, and Gotti getting life without the chance of parole. To hear more, including Sammy speaking about his own prison sentence and release, along with his biography, hit the full interview above.

Patrick Bet-David, the founder of Valuetainment and a minority owner of the New York Yankees, recently joined VladTV for an enlightening conversation. Vlad expressed his gratitude towards Bet-David for inspiring his own work on VladTV. The interview additionally provides a glimpse into David’s upbringing, explaining his roots in Iran and delving into the history of the Iranian revolution in the late '70s—a tumultuous period in which his family lived. The entrepreneur also detailed what led him to start the Valuetainment YouTube channel. Throughout the interview, Patrick Bet-David and Vlad open up about their interviewing experiences and financial literacy.

In this full interview from 2019, Mob James recounts his experience at Death Row Records, which involves eye-witness accounts of many of the legendary stories revolving around 2Pac and Suge Knight. Mob James recalls there being a penitentiary mindset at the record company, where employees were essentially afraid to come to work. Furthermore, he states that Suge Knight was ultimately loyal to nobody but himself, while later suggesting that 2Pac died by involving himself in something that he had nothing to do with.

In this VladTV exclusive, French Montana sat down with Vlad to detail his life story and career. The rapper discussed being an immigrant from Morocco and the struggles he encountered adjusting to American life. He talked about getting into the drug game before turning his focus to music after risking deportation due to an arrest. French broke down his battle rap past before transitioning to the "Cocaine City" DVD series. After reflecting on getting shot in the head, French talked about linking with Max B and Harry Fraud and later emerging as one of the more popular acts in rap. To hear more on French Montana's life and career, check out the full interview above.

Grammy-winning rock duo The Black Keys joined VladTV for an in-depth discussion on their career journey. The duo, consisting of Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney, explained how they grew up just a few houses apart from each other and what led them to collaborate on music. They addressed why they remained a duo instead of expanding its members, as well as turning down commercials to remain true to their roots. However, Dan and Patrick revealed their financial struggles despite releasing music to critical acclaim, which influenced them to accept a Nissan ad that increased their exposure and commercial viability. They talked about collaborating with other artists, such as Danger Mouse and Ike Turner, as well as feuding with The White Stripes, Insane Clown Posse, and Justin Bieber. Throughout the rest of the interview, The Black Keys detail their Grammy-winning success, headlining shows, and much more.

In this 2019 interview, Keefe D sat down with VladTV for a rare interview, where he opened up about his connection to Suge Knight while growing up and playing football together. Keefe D said that he saw Suge over the years, including the night Suge and 2Pac were shot in Las Vegas. Keefe D explained how his nephew, Orlando "Baby Lane" Anderson, was connected to the incident involving 2Pac, which resulted in his death, and he also revealed how Diddy reacted to the incident. 

In a new episode of Reggie Wright Jr. and Mob James' podcast, the two discussed a variety of topics. Much of the conversation centered around business mogul Diddy, whose homes were recently raided by Homeland Security. They started by pointing out the fact that Reggie Wright Jr. predicted months prior that Diddy would get raided by federal agents. James and Reggie discussed the implications of the federal raids and what the various lawsuits could mean for Diddy moving forward. During their sit-down, the two also offered their thoughts on Suge Knight, Charleston White, Donald Trump, and much more.

In this full-length interview from 2023, Kato Kaelin, who would become a key witness in the highly publicized "OJ Simpson-Nicole Brown" trial, spoke about his upbringing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and his initial move to Hollywood in pursuit of a career in entertainment or professional baseball. He recalled meeting Nicole Brown Simpson soon after her divorce from OJ and how the two became really good friends after their first time meeting.

Boosie returned for yet another VladTV exclusive. Vlad and Boosie kicked off their new interview by discussing Big Meech's upcoming release from prison. Boosie praised Meech before highlighting his lawyer, Drew Findling, who recently sat down for his own interview with VladTV. Boosie commended his lawyer before he and Vlad discussed Findling's ability to secure a plea deal in YFN Lucci's case. Boosie talked about his own prison experiences while pointing out details in Lucci's case. Throughout the rest of the interview, Boosie and Vlad discussed the YSL RICO case, the violence in Memphis and Chicago, and much more.

DDG returned for another VladTV exclusive, where he sat down with DJ Vlad. Now a new father, DDG opened up about his relationship with Halle Bailey and the criticism his relationship has received. The music artist explained the decision to keep Halle's pregnancy private before detailing what's made his relationship with Halle different from his previous romances. DDG also highlighted his and his girlfriend's successful careers and spoke about his investment strategy. Later in the interview, he reflected on being named on Forbes' '30 Under 30' list after growing up poor. To hear more from DDG on his current and upcoming projects, check out the full interview above.

In 2014, Guy member Aaron Hall addressed a number of controversial topics during his interview with VladTV. Many of the remarks have recently resurfaced due to new allegations against him and Sean "Diddy" Combs. During the interview, Hall dissed fellow Guy member Teddy Riley before opening up about his previous relationship with Gloria Velez. Hall also mentioned Diddy, claiming that the music mogul has seen him engaged in various acts with women. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

Comedian Aries Spears stopped by VladTV and discussed his brand, his podcast, and his take on the upcoming boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Spears explained that his consistent choice of a Black McDonald's T-shirt is part of his brand, with merchandise sold at his shows. He also promoted his podcast and his YouTube channel. Spears offered a detailed analysis on the much-discussed Tyson vs. Paul match, expressing his worries about the endurance of 57-year-old Tyson against the youthful 27-year-old Paul. Although he stated his admiration for Tyson, he also acknowledged Paul's improved boxing technique and strength. As usual, the comedian spoke about a variety of topics including those who dismiss Michael Jordan's legacy.

Roger Bonds came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he spoke about coming up in the streets of Harlem as one of nine kids in the 1980s. Roger detailed growing up around other Harlem street figures, including Rich Porter and Kevin Childs, and Roger spoke about being in jail when he learned of Rich’s passing. During the conversation, Roger addressed beating murder charges as a teen and turning himself in for a murder so that his friend could be released, despite Roger having kids at home. Roger also spoke about being locked up with Black Rob, knowing Loon and A$AP Ferg’s father, and also touring with Diddy. Moving along, Roger spoke about his son’s life changing forever when he was arrested for murder in Africa after going to meet someone to buy diamonds.

In this full interview, Michael Franzese speaks about his life as a former New York mobster and caporegime of the Colombo crime family, where through the gasoline tax rackets in the 1980s he reportedly made more money for a crime family than anyone since Al Capone. During the height of his scheme, Franzese was selling half a billion gallons of fuel a month while earning approximately $10 million a week, all the while keeping the tax revenue for himself which was spread throughout the family. Additionally, due to the substantial profits being made, Franzese was able to sell the gas at the cheapest prices in the city, thus becoming known as the Robin Hood of his community. Elsewhere, he talks about family turmoil where his own father put a hit on him after leaving the mafia, who later was given an 8-year prison sentence after Franzese's brother wore a wire and took the stand against him. Additionally, he mentions how the mafia killed Jimmy Hoffa and extorted J Edgar Hoover, as well as sharing information he heard regarding the mafia's involvement in JFK's assassination. 

In this 2015 sit-down, Bleu Davinci detailed his rap career and affiliation with BMF. He started by promoting his mixtape with DJ Drama and spoke about the history of their relationship before detailing the start of his affiliation with BMF. He revealed that his friendship with Big Meech dated back to before BMF became an official crew and opened up about some of the crew's most notable stories regarding their partying style. Bleu Davinci addressed the respect BMF receives in the rap community and offered his thoughts on Big Meech's conviction and indictments of the rest of the crew, including him.

In this interview from 2013, Nipsey Hussle spoke to VladTV about his career success at the time, most notably how he had recently sold 100 copies of his $100 Crenshaw mixtape to Jay Z. "It wasn't about the money," Nipsey said about his marketing plan, "it was about the level of connection and respect with the fans." From there, he explained why he left his record deal with Epic, stating that major labels don't respect talent. Elsewhere in the interview, he also breaks down all matters related to Los Angeles gang culture, specifically in regards to the Rollin 60s Neighborhood Crips. With that said, he also detailed his focus for his music and business endeavors, where at the time he was expanding his Crenshaw clothing line.

In March 2023, BMF associate J Bo sat down for his first-ever VladTV interview, and he started off by speaking about growing up in St. Louis in the 1980s amid the crack era. From there, J Bo explained how his dreams of becoming a professional athlete were squashed when he was around 18, and he detailed getting in the streets. As he was moving up in the streets, J Bo spoke about meeting BMF co-founder Southwest T, and he also detailed how he got his name, which stands for “Junior Boss.” During the conversation, J Bo spoke about BMF getting bigger and bigger, and he went on to speak about Big Meech being on house arrest at one point. J Bo also detailed some of the massive parties that BMF threw, including an epic trip to Mexico on a huge jet, and from there, J Bo spoke about the downfall of BMF and going to prison. To hear more, including J Bo speaking about talking to Southwest T after their release, hit the full interview above.

In this 2013 interview, Diddy sat down with DJ Vlad shortly after launching Revolt. The mogul started by explaining his decision to launch the media platform and detailing the types of content that would be covered. He described Revolt as an artist-friendly platform that would also be open to independent acts before highlighting the impact of digital media. After outlining his goal of making Revolt the top music platform, he talked about being one of the wealthiest celebrities and listed the people who have inspired him. Finally, Diddy expressed his love for Biggie Smalls and the legacy he wishes to leave behind.

In this 2018 interview, 3 years before the BMF TV series launched, Lil Meech sat down with Vlad to speak on a variety of topics, including his dad, Big Meech, getting 30 years, the upcoming BMF TV series, and more.

Terrance "Gangsta" Williams returned to VladTV after doing his first interview with the platform almost two years prior. He started off by talking about his social media and YouTube following before responding to allegations that he wore a wire around other inmates. After denying the accusations, Williams clarified his cooperation with authorities and responded to Boosie bashing him in the media. He also offered his thoughts on BG's release from prison and Vlad discontinuing his working relationship with Turk. Later in the interview, he reacted to the violence surrounding the Drill music scene and opened up about the events and experiences he encountered before his incarceration.

In this 2016 interview, 21 Savage detailed growing up in Atlanta and being a 2016 XXL Freshman. The interview, known for 21's viral "Issa knife" statement, finds the rapper talking about losing friends, becoming "savage," and the meaning behind his dagger forehead tattoo. 21 Savage also offered his thoughts on his friend No Plug fatally shooting Bankroll Fresh in self-defense.

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King Yella returned to VladTV after almost a decade since his last appearance. The Chicago rapper remained cryptic about a recent alleged attack with a baseball bat. Yella detailed his childhood, which included multiple run-ins with the law, the earliest happening when he was 10 years old. After living with his mother in Sacramento, Yella was sent back to Chicago, where he officially became involved in street life. The rapper explained that he was born a Gangster Disciple due to his father's affiliation and compared Chicago's gang politics to LA's. He also talked about the effect Chief Keef's celebrity had on the outside world's view of Chicago. Throughout the rest of the interview, King Yella details his entry into the rap industry and experiences with Tooka, FBG Duck, and others.

Rap legend The DOC sat down with VladTV for the first time in 2015 and detailed his life and career. He explained how he linked up with NWA despite being from Texas. After opening up about NWA's success and breaking through as a solo artist, he broke down the impact of Ice Cube leaving the group and later dissing them on the classic track, "No Vaseline." The DOC also spoke in-depth about the circumstances that led to the career-altering car accident that damaged his voice. Later in the interview, he revealed that he introduced Dr. Dre and Suge Knight so they could start Death Row Records. Throughout the rest of the sit-down, The DOC talks about Eazy-E's passing, co-writing Dr. Dre's "The Chronic," and much more.

Fresh off his tour with 50 Cent, Tony Yayo sat down with VladTV in January to discuss a variety of topics. Yayo talks about his recent international tour where he backed up 50 Cent. The conversation then shifts to comedy, with Tony Yayo calling comedian Katt Williams the "50 Cent of comedy." The rapper also gave an update on the state of G-Unit before responding to Dr. Umar dismissing Eminem as a rap GOAT. He also reflected on past feuds with The Game and Suge Knight before offering his thoughts on the drill scene. Later, Tony Yayo reacted to Uncle Murda's annual "Rap Up" and talked about G-Dep, Young Thug, Kodak Black, and BG's legal cases.

On the heels of the mounting allegations against his former employer, Gene Deal's firsthand experience working for Diddy becomes more intriguing and crucial to unlocking the truth behind Puff's alleged predatory ways. In this VladTV interview from 2021 Gene Deal provides insight into the Diddy he knew and worked for while also giving his perspective on some of the more public controversies surrounding Puff over the years.

Atlanta journalist George Chidi returned to VladTV to provide an update on the ongoing YSL and YFN RICO cases. Chidi began by addressing the rumors surrounding Georgia DA Fani Willis' love life and her alleged ties to Nut and prosecutor Nathan Wade. He also revealed that YSL's Lil Duke cut a deal and is expected to testify since he is forbidden from pleading the fifth. The journalist commented on Gunna's plea deal before describing Young Thug's jail conditions and incidents in court. He also talked about lyrics being used in the case and YSL Tick's testimony before turning his attention to the YFN case and YFN Lucci's plea deal.

Comedian Michael Blackson showed off his luxury vehicle, a Rolls Royce Cullinan. Proudly presenting the 'top of the line' car as 'every Black man's wish,' Blackson drew attention to the vehicle's sleek exterior, elaborate features like a push-button system and suicide doors, and a luxurious interior complete with the iconic Rolls Royce 'R' symbol. His unique model even includes a crystal upgrade on the Rolls Royce symbol. Blackson jokingly compared the car to a boat due to its smooth and quiet drive, stating that the car commands respect on the road and signifies success. Notably, the comedian's car also comes equipped with a built-in umbrella, though he admits it has never been used since it rarely rains in Southern California. The Rolls Royce Cullinan is priced at approximately $400,000.

Last November Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared on VladTV to share about his family's fascinating and storied past. His father was Robert F. Kennedy, also known as Bobby, who was the brother of John F. Kennedy and son of Joseph Kennedy. RFK Jr. detailed how close-knit the Kennedy family was, discussing both happy times, such as dinner with his grandparents and boating expeditions with his grandfather, and tragedies, including the loss of two uncles during World War II. He also addressed rumors regarding his grandfather's involvement in bootlegging, explaining that Joseph Kennedy didn't enter the alcohol industry until after Prohibition ended and further proclaiming that he was a prohibitionist himself. RFK Jr. refutes legacy-tarnishing rumors that were circulated at the time of his father's assassination as an intentional CIA-led effort to discredit the family's name. RFK Jr. also addressed JFK's presidency and assassination before he opened up about J. Edgar Hoover, his father's assassination, Fidel Castro, the "Kennedy Curse," his presidential campaign, and much more.

In 2023 Sammy "The Bull" Gravano returned to VladTV as a follow-up to his 2022 interview. In the sit-down, the former underboss of the Gambino crime family discussed his life post-prison. Gravano started by detailing how his identity was exposed while in witness protection. He also revealed that he was allowed to keep $4 million after admitting to his crimes. Later, Gravano claimed that John Gotti sent hitmen after him following his interview with Diane Sawyer. He talks about Steven Seagal snitching on a Mafia member and then crying when he took the stand in court. Sammy reacts to Pitbull dissing him in the intro song to to John Gotti's movie. Sammy The Bull continued by detailing more of his past crimes and his experiences in prison.

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In this VladTV exclusive, Fu Banga detailed his life. Recently released from prison, Fu Banga described his upbringing in Brooklyn and his connection to other notable figures and rappers such as Jim Jones, Hell Rell, Shotti, Stack Bundles, and Murda Mel. He talked about various run-ins with the law and jail stints, as well as his affiliation with Jim Jones' Byrd Gang. Throughout the rest of the interview, Fu Banga explains his affiliation with the Nine Trey Bloods, his involvement in Tekashi 6ix9ine and Casanova's beef, and serving time in prison over Nine Trey's RICO case.

In this VladTV exclusive, FBG Butta spoke on a variety of topics. The Chicago rapper revealed that his father's death was caused by a love triangle before talking about his troubled childhood, which included his decision to become affiliated with the Gangster Disciples. He described getting shot for the first time at just nine years old, in addition to two more instances during his teen years. FBG Butta also talked about the deaths of his loved ones, including his sister and Tooka, and other violent incidents involving himself, Lil J, FBG Duck, and King Von. To hear his thoughts on the group convicted for FBG Duck's murder, King Von's passing, and current status of FBG, check out the full interview.

Faizon Love sat down with DJ Vlad for another VladTV exclusive. The comedian reacted to Katt Williams' remarks about him during Katt's interview with Shannon Sharpe. Faizon expressed his disappointment in Black culture and entertainment due to various feuds among Black entertainers and other negative incidents, including Cam Newton's altercation. He also offered his thoughts on Mo'Nique's interview with Shannon Sharpe before talking about stand-up specials and how serious of an offense joke stealing is. Faizon opened up about his film career and appearing in classics, such as "Friday" and "Player's Club." Later in the interview, he addressed his issues with Kountry Wayne, the lawsuits against Diddy, and Suge Knight's claims on his podcast.

Reggie Wright Jr. and Mob James reunited for an expansive sit-down in this new VladTV exclusive. The former co-hosts of the "Gangster Chronicles" podcast started by talking about the split of their previous podcast before addressing the multiple accusations against Diddy. The former Death Row Records affiliates also reacted to claims made on Suge Knight's podcast, particularly Suge's opinions on Dr. Dre. The two also discussed the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election, where Mob James questioned why felons can't vote but can run for office. Reggie and James offered their thoughts on Keefe D's arrest and later broke down the gang politics in Compton, as well as the key players.

Griselda Blanco's former lover and business partner Charles Cosby opened up about his life story in this new VladTV interview. He talked about growing up in Oakland in a two-parent household until his mother found out about his father's double life. Once crack hit Oakland in the 1980s, Cosby started dealing drugs as a teen and broke down the struggles of the trade. He also revealed how he learned about Griselda Blanco and how he was able to establish a relationship with her while she was incarcerated. Cosby also explained how Griselda's peers felt about their relationship, which took a dangerous turn after Griselda discovered Cosby was seeing another woman. Later in the interview, he talked about his involvement in "Cocaine Cowboys 2" and offered his thoughts on Griselda's assassination. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

Super Bowl winner and former star wide receiver Antonio Brown detailed his life and career in a new VladTV exclusive. The former Steeler described growing up in Liberty City with a father who is an Arena Football League legend. Brown talked about focusing on football to avoid the pitfalls of his neighborhood, a decision that ultimately led him to the NFL. He talked about experiencing early success after being drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers, as well as how he was taught to manage his money early on. Throughout the interview, Brown addressed off-the-field issues, his past dealings with Ben Roethlisberger, winning a Super Bowl with Tom Brady, and much more.

The rumored boss of the Philadelphia Mafia, Joseph 'Skinny Joey' Merlino, gave an exclusive interview with VladTV. He started by detailing his family's criminal history, which included his father receiving 45 years in a RICO case. He also talked about multiple jail stints, including going to jail for a stabbing and serving four years in a separate armored truck robbery. Merlino also opened up about being implicated in a club shooting involving Allen Iverson and being acquitted in a RICO trial. During the interview, he talked about his gambling habits and being imprisoned with terrorists before his eventual release.

Comedian Donnell Rawlings returned to VladTV after a long hiatus. The "Chappelle's Show" actor opened up about his new Netflix special and addressed various topics from his stand-up routine, such as race, mental health and relationships. Rawlings also reflected on his contributions to "Chappelle's Show" and his favorite sketches. In particular, he highlighted the impact of Charlie Murphy's sketches on the show and gave behind-the-scene details of the characters. The comedian also talked about Dave Chappelle's exit from the show and his current status as one of the generation's top comedians.

Ex-Army sniper Sgt. Nicholas Irving returned to VladTV to discuss various topics involving his life in the military and America's current affairs in foreign territories. He began by picking apart Hollywood films that depict war environments, arguing that movies only show 1% of what actually occurs. He also criticized the government for its treatment of soldiers once they were off the battlefield. Later in the interview, he spoke about his experiences as a sniper and being labeled a psychopath for the amount of lives he and his battalion claimed. Irving also provided tips to viewers on how to respond during physical altercations and home invasions and listed some of the legendary snipers before his time. Finally, Irving offered his thoughts on America's involvement in the Ukraine-Russia war, the Israel-Hamas war, and much more.

Michael Blackson returned to VladTV, where he discussed a variety of topics that have occurred since his last sit-down. The comedian started by describing his experience at the Super Bowl and the attention Taylor Swift has received from the NFL. After offering his thoughts on Usher's halftime performance, he spoke about his post on Ice Spice's performance. Michael Blackson also responded to Katt Williams' viral interview with Shannon Sharpe and pointed out discrepancies in Katt's remarks. He also offered his thoughts on Kevin Hart, Mo'Nique, and more.

Originally published 8/4/23 global UFO expert Dr. Steven Greer detailed his life and career encountering and researching extraterrestrials. He talked about his first encounter as an eight-year-old and later in his teen years. His interest eventually led him to leave his career as a medical doctor and devote his full-time career to UFOs. Throughout the interview, Dr. Greer detailed the government's alleged involvement in concealing facts about UFO encounters and technology. He also confirmed and dispelled rumors about aliens before explaining what the future may hold for human relations with extraterrestrials.

Trick Daddy returned for another VladTV exclusive, where the Miami rap legend detailed his life and career. After breaking down his long history with DJ Vlad, the rapper broke down his family dynamics and touched on his mother having 11 children by 10 different men. Trick Daddy also spoke about the social and economic aspects of Liberty City, as well as his experiences in the streets. After explaining how he transitioned from street life to music, the rap veteran talked about catching his big break with his classic hit, "Nann." Throughout the rest of the interview, Trick Daddy provides an unfiltered insight into the ups and downs of his career and his thoughts on current events in the industry.

Baseball legend and multi-time World Series champion Darryl Strawberry detailed his life and career in this new VladTV exclusive. He talked about the struggles of growing up in the Crenshaw area of Los Angeles before becoming a professional baseball player out of high school. Despite his early struggles in the minor leagues, he eventually made it to the majors and became a standout on the famed Mets team of the 1980s. Despite being one of baseball's most popular players, Strawberry opened up about his personal struggles during his Hall of Fame career. Later in the interview, Darryl Strawberry breaks down how he was able to overcome his struggles and remain a celebrated figure in baseball. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

NFL quarterback legend Michael Vick appeared on VladTV to share insights into his life, from growing up in a challenging environment to his illustrious career in the NFL. Growing up as the second oldest of four children in a neighborhood plagued by violence, Vick reflected on his experience and spoke about witnessing a murder at a young age, which motivated him to work towards a life where his kids would not have to face such cruelties. Also, he touched on difficult topics like his complicated relationship with his father, who had a drug problem. His devotion to football started from a young age when his father threw him a football, and eventually, he became a trailblazer as a quarterback with unrivaled rushing abilities. Vick talked about attending Virginia Tech after not being highly recruited out of high school and explained why he left college early for the NFL. After talking about the transition into the life of an NFL player, Vick detailed his achievements throughout his NFL career and, ultimately, his comeback following his prison. To hear more, check out the full interview above.

Buffalo Bills captain and three-time Pro Bowler Dion Dawkins detailed his life and career in a new VladTV exclusive. The football pro talked about his upbringing in Rahway, New Jersey. Despite growing up in a two-parent home, Dawkins admitted to being a troublemaker in school and having to attend a military prep school after not being heavily recruited out of high school. Eventually, the left tackle managed to play Division 1 football at Temple University but suffered a setback when he was arrested following an altercation at a club. After a successful tenure at Temple and a positive showing at the NFL Combine, Dawkins was drafted by the Bills in the second round. Throughout the rest of the interview, Dawkins opens up about his career as an NFL pro, including signing a $53 million extension, Damar Hamlin suffering cardiac arrest during a nationally televised game, the Bills' rivalry with the Kansas City Chiefs, and much more.

In this 2013 sit-down with Wendy Williams, the famed media personality spoke about a variety of topics. The former talk show host talked about former NBA player Jason Collins coming out before offering her thoughts on closeted gay men. She also addressed fashion trends in Hip-Hop and whether or not the genre would accept an openly gay act. Williams also commented on toxic relationships and explained why she stayed with her husband after discovering he was having an affair. Finally, she discussed her financial savviness, explaining why she's careful with her money and business decisions. To hear more, check out the full interview above.