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- VMar 20, 2024 · 50 min
Fubanger, Shooter in Tekashi & Casanova Beef and Nine Trey Gangster Blood Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 19, 2024 · 2 hr
FBG Butta Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 17, 2024 · 2 hr 44 min
Faizon Love on Katt Williams, Shannon Sharpe, Ice Cube, "Friday"
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.
- VMar 16, 2024 · 1 hr 37 min
Mob James & Reggie Wright Jr. on Diddy, Keefe D, Suge Knight, Dr. Dre, 2Pac
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.
- VMar 16, 2024 · 1 hr 58 min
Charles Cosby, Lover & Business Partner of Griselda Blanco, Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 16, 2024 · 2 hr 4 min
Antonio Brown Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 16, 2024 · 1 hr 14 min
Joey Merlino, Rumored Boss of The Philadelphia Mafia, Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 15, 2024 · 1 hr 22 min
Donnell Rawlings on New Netflix Special, Dave Chappelle, Charlie Murphy, Eminem
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.
- VMar 14, 2024 · 2 hr 2 min
Ex-Sniper Nicholas Irving on War Stories, Who Snipers Aim For, Body Parts to Target
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.
- VMar 12, 2024 · 1 hr 52 min
Michael Blackson on Katt Williams, TK Kirkland, Aries Spears, Usher, Patrick Mahomes
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.
- VMar 10, 2024 · 2 hr 3 min
Alien Expert Dr. Steven Greer (Flashback)
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.
- VMar 10, 2024 · 1 hr 45 min
Trick Daddy Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 10, 2024 · 1 hr 41 min
Darryl Strawberry Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 9, 2024 · 1 hr
Michael Vick Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 9, 2024 · 1 hr 25 min
Buffalo Bills Captain Dion Dawkins Tells His Life Story
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.
- VMar 5, 2024 · 31 min
Wendy Williams Interview
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.