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Apr 27, 2024 · 2 hr 51 min
The Game Tells His Life Story (Flashback)
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.
Apr 26, 2024 · 1 hr 43 min
Tony Yayo of G-Unit Tells His Life Story (Flashback)
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!
Apr 25, 2024 · 1 hr 44 min
Ne-Yo on Trans Kids, Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, 2Pac, Mario (Flashback)
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.
Apr 24, 2024 · 1 hr 34 min
Stormy Daniels on Taking Hush Money from Trump After Sleeping with Him, Which He is Currently on Trial For (Flashback)
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.
Apr 23, 2024 · 2 hr 15 min
Jabari Hayes on Being Drug Trafficker for BMF, Big Meech, Southwest T, Lil Meech (Flashback)
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
Apr 23, 2024 · 2 hr 48 min
The Game on Drake, Eminem, Dating Kim & Khloe K, Suge, Jay-Z, Chris Brown, Wack100, Rating Historic Rap Beefs
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.
Apr 22, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
Kountry Wayne on Having 10 Kids, Jess Hilarious Drama, Making $7M in 1 Year (Flashback)
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.
Apr 21, 2024 · 2 hr 21 min
Michael Jai White on Diddy, Kim Porter, Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul, Terrence Howard
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.
Apr 20, 2024 · 13 min
Boosie Shows "Boosie Town": New Batman Mansion & 4 Homes for His Kids on 88 Acre Property
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.
Apr 19, 2024 · 57 min
DaBaby on Home Invasion, ATL Goons Pressing Him, Walmart Shooting (Flashback)
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.
Apr 18, 2024 · 1 hr 39 min
Ladon "Beast" Simon on Being Portrayed as "Lamar" on BMF, Shooting Big Meech (Flashback)
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.
Apr 17, 2024 · 2 hr 19 min
Gambino Mafia Underboss & Hitman Sammy the Bull Tells His Life Story (Flashback)
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.
Apr 16, 2024 · 1 hr 52 min
Patrick Bet David Tells His Life Story (Flashback)
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.
Apr 15, 2024 · 2 hr 2 min
Mob James on Suge Knight, 2Pac, Death Row, Mob Piru, Brother's Murder (Flashback)
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.
Apr 14, 2024 · 2 hr 8 min
French Montana Tells His Life Story
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.
Apr 13, 2024 · 1 hr 13 min
The Black Keys Tell Their Life Story
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.
Apr 12, 2024 · 2 hr 45 min
Keefe D, Currently Charged with Killing 2Pac, Details the Murder of Tupac Shakur (Flashback)
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.
Apr 12, 2024 · 2 hr 6 min
Reggie Wright Jr & Mob James on Predicting Diddy's Arrest
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.
Apr 11, 2024 · 1 hr 24 min
Kato Kaelin on Living in OJ's Guest House During Murders, Testifying in Trial (Flashback)
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.
Apr 11, 2024 · 3 hr 14 min
Boosie on Diddy, Kodak Black, Payboi Carti, Luka, Nicki, BG, YFN Lucci, Usher
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.