DJ Akademiks and DJ Vlad discussed the recent developments in Lil Durk's legal case and Diddy's upcoming trial. Additionally, they addressed Kanye West's controversial antics and the broader implications of hate speech, the music industry's role in promoting it, and the normalization of such rhetoric. Akademiks also pointed out the dwindling commercial success of rap acts before talking about Young Thug and Gunna's relationship. The conversation also touched on the impact of federal investigatio...
May 29, 2025•2 hr 36 min
Ruben Palomares, a former LAPD officer, discussed his troubled upbringing, including his mother's escape from Mexico. He joined LAPD at 22, working in juvenile narcotics and undercover operations. Palomares recounted a shootout where he was shot but survived. He later formed a crew to rob street dealers, leading to his arrest in 2001. Convicted of trafficking and other offenses, he faced 18 years. Palomares converted to Christianity in prison, pleaded guilty, and cooperated with authorities. Rub...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 22 min
In this VladTV exclusive, 100K Track -- manager for incarcerated rapper YNW Melly and the late King Von -- sat down for an interview detailing his life and career. Track started by revealing that he was originally pursuing a rap career until his work with Kodak Black led him onto a different path. He gave an update on Kodak Black since his release from prison and proceeded to give an update on YNW Melly's case. Track also detailed his history with King Von before describing the events that led t...
May 25, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Brandon Jennings discussed his upbringing in Compton, his father's early influence, and his basketball journey from Dominguez High School to Oak Hill Academy. He detailed his pre-NIL deals, earning $250,000 by age 15, and his $1.65 million contract with Roma in Italy. Jennings was drafted 10th by Milwaukee Bucks, averaging 17.5 points per game in his rookie year. He faced setbacks, including a $40 million contract offer he missed, a $25 million deal with Detroit, and a career-threatening Achille...
May 24, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Penn Jillette of magician duo Penn & Teller discusses his journey from a religious upbringing in Greenfield, Massachusetts, to becoming a successful magician. He recounts his parents' departure from their church over its intolerant stance towards a lesbian pastor. Jillette shares his early dislike for magic, his street performing days, and his eventual partnership with Teller. He reflects on their rise to fame, their unique act, and their reluctance to perform on Broadway. Jillette also crit...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 32 min
DJ Vlad and Wack100 discuss a recent incident where Aaron the Plumber was booked for an interview but failed to show up despite arrangements. The conversation shifts to Diddy's ongoing trial, and they also discuss Kanye West's controversial antics. Wack100 and Vlad delved into Suge Knight's $1.5 million settlement for the death of Terry Carter, with Knight expressing remorse. Wack100 mentioned Blueface's legal power of attorney and boxing match with Nick Young. They also touched on the allegatio...
May 21, 2025•2 hr 3 min
Slim from the Grammy-winning group 112 stopped by to speak about his time with Bad Boy, including his friendship with Biggie and performing on stage with him the night before he was killed. Slim went on to speak about Biggie and 2Pac's frienship turning sour after Pac dropped "Hit 'Em Up," and he added that Biggie thought the parody on "2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted" was hilarious despite the beef. During the sit-down, Slim also spoke about the shooting involving Shyne, Diddy, and J.Lo happened when...
May 20, 2025•53 min
Maino and DJ Vlad discuss Shannon Sharpe's legal troubles, which led to a $10 million settlement offer. They speculate on the implications for Sharpe's career and personal life. The conversation shifts to Kanye West's controversial past, as well as Diddy's RICO indictment, detailing the 43 counts against him and the challenges of defending such cases. The discussion delves into the experiences of comedian Ali Siddiq, who claimed to have avoided strip searches in prison by wearing specific underw...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 50 min
Tony Yayo discussed the $50 million lawsuit against Shannon Sharpe and mentioned Sharpe's past settlements and the risks of being a public figure. The conversation shifted to Kanye West's controversial statements and behavior, as well as Young Buck's legal troubles. The conversation delves into the complexities of street violence, legal cases involving hip-hop artists, and the role of federal and state law enforcement. The discussion also covers the success of artists like Eminem, Kendrick Lamar...
May 18, 2025•1 hr 50 min
While the case surrounding 2Pac's murder appears to be reaching its ultimate conclusion, it raises questions about the other hip hop icon whose murder has also remained unsolved. In this VladTV Flashback, Diddy's (known then as Puffy) former bodyguard Gene Deal spoke about the night Biggie was murdered in Los Angeles on the heels of Pac's untimely demise roughly a year prior.
May 17, 2025•1 hr 58 min
In this interview, Yung Joc looks back on growing up in Atlanta and his relationship with his parents. As the discussion unfolds, he shares insight as to why he left Bad Boy Records and what led to him working with J Records. He also talks about working with Jamie Foxx on "Blame It" and touring with T-Pain. Lastly, he talks about his upcoming projects before explaining why he would like to have a "sit down" discussion with Boosie on VladTV at some point in the future. Interview by: Shawn PrezChe...
May 16, 2025•2 hr 14 min
Derek Grace II discussed his journey from a troubled youth in Tampa, Florida, to becoming a successful entrepreneur and financial educator. He shared his experiences, including breaking into cars and houses, and a pivotal incident where he shot his daughter's grandmother and uncle in self-defense. Grace transitioned from a 911 dispatcher to becoming an entrepreneur before going viral when his daughter broke down guns blindfolded. He sold over 10,000 copies of his curriculum and 50,000 books. Gra...
May 15, 2025•2 hr 4 min
In a new VladTV exclusive, DJ Vlad interviews 600 Breezy about his personal life, including his relationship with Jazmine Cheaves, the mother of his child. Breezy discusses Jazmine's actions during her pregnancy, including gender reveals and baby showers with other men, which made him doubt paternity. He also reveals Jasmine's abusive behavior towards him. The conversation shifts to the legal troubles of Big U and other associates, including conspiracy and extortion charges, and the impact of so...
May 14, 2025•2 hr 42 min
Drew Findling discussed the ongoing legal case involving Lil Durk, highlighting the complexities of federal cases versus state cases. The case involves a superseding indictment, with a motion to dismiss filed on June 2. Findling emphasized the importance of the upcoming detention hearing and the potential for the case to proceed to the District Court. He clarified that the song mentioned in the case was produced seven months before the incident, refuting the government's claims. Findling also me...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Go Yayo discussed his recent release from prison after serving a five-month sentence and reflecting on his past experiences. He detailed his legal troubles, including multiple charges for gun possession, obstruction of justice, and controlled substances, which led to a previous four-year sentence. Yayo highlighted the role of federal involvement in his case and shared his struggles with adjusting to life post-prison. He also talked about the impact of G$ Lil Ronnie's murder, Yella Beezy's arrest...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 34 min
Roger Bonds returned to VladTV to discuss details of his experience as Diddy's Head of Security for nearly 10 years. He explained that he was a part of Diddy's security detail from 2003 until 2012 before speaking about allegations related to Diddy's relationship with Kim Porter. After speaking about the alleged physical altercations between Diddy and Kim Porter, Roger Bonds talked about Diddy getting Kim Porter and Sarah Chapman pregnant around the same time before pursuing Cassie. Bonds pointed...
May 11, 2025•2 hr 12 min
Gilbert Arenas came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he shared his life story, including how he got into basketball and later being recruited to the University of Arizona. While at Arizona, Gilbert spoke about playing in the national championship game, and later leaving college to enter the NBA draft. Despite having strong considerations in the first round, Arenas was the 31st overall pick by the Golden State Warriors. Gilbert went on to speak more about his NBA career, includi...
May 10, 2025•2 hr 55 min
In this full-length interview, one of the greatest R&B singer/songwriters of all time, Smokey Robinson, details his upbringing in Detroit, where he lived in a packed house. He spoke about being one of 11 kids in the house, most of whom were his nieces and nephews who, due to closeness in age, were more like his siblings. He also discussed his father’s journey out of Selma, Alabama, into Detroit after stabbing a white kid who bullied him for years and fleeing town at only 12 years old. Moving...
May 09, 2025•1 hr 53 min
Comedian Ali Siddiq discussed his tumultuous upbringing in Houston, Texas, and his involvement in the narcotics trade. Born in 1973, he lived in various apartments and eventually moved in with his father, who dealt illegal substances. At 10, he began handling transactions and detailed his own dealing. Ali was arrested at 19 and faced 15 years. He later pleaded out to 15 years, serving six. Ali Siddiq discussed his experiences in prison, including the lack of privacy and the constant noise. He sh...
May 08, 2025•2 hr 19 min
In a new sit-down with VladTV, Millyz discusses his experiences and perspectives on various topics, including legal issues, his music career, and personal beliefs. He addresses the Shannon Sharpe lawsuit, expressing skepticism about the accusations and criticizing the lawyer Tony Buzbee. Millyz talks about his new project "Blanco 7," his consistent presence in the rap industry, and his past legal troubles, including a three-year suspended sentence for a DUI. He also shares his views on religion,...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 44 min
Peter Chin aka Kid Jai sat down with VladTV for an exclusive interview about his life as the leader of the Chinese gang, the Ghost Shadows. Chin described spending his early childhood in China and immigrating to New York, which resulted in him running away from home at 13 to escape his father's abuse. Peter Chin became the Ghost Shadows' youngest member and helped establish the crew as a major factor among the other Chinese gangs in New York. Throughout the interview, Chin broke down how his cre...
May 06, 2025•2 hr 3 min
Lil Keke, a Houston rap legend, discussed his journey from a troubled youth to a successful music career. Keke's music career took off with the "Screw" era, where he and DJ Screw created chopped and screwed tapes, and his song "South Side" became a cultural anthem. Despite legal troubles, including a 10-year run from a probation violation, Keke's career flourished, especially after signing with Swishahouse. He also discussed the impact of DJ Screw's death and his own sobriety journey. Lil Keke d...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 20 min
In this full-length interview, Shaun Attwood talks about moving from the UK to Chicago as a kid before moving back to the UK, because his mom didn't like the experience. Attwood added that he still visited America frequently because his aunt’s lived in Arizona, which led to him revealing that he got a taste of attention after his aunt lied to some women in Arizona, telling them that he was Paul McCartney’s nephew. Around the same time, when was 16 years old, he got interested in the stock market...
May 04, 2025•2 hr 28 min
In a new VladTV exclusive, Wack100 and DJ Vlad discuss their experiences and perspectives on various topics, including the challenges of independent Hip Hop media. They delve into the complexities of Big U's legal case, the concept of "checking in," the impact of media narratives, and the credibility of individuals like Luce Cannon and Keefe D. They debated the implications of Young Thug's social media activity on his probation and Blueface's legal issues. The conversation touched on Kanye West ...
May 03, 2025•2 hr 36 min
Adam22 and DJ Vlad discussed the recent challenges faced by No Jumper. They also touched on the impact of Big U's arrest and the potential legal implications for No Jumper. Additionally, they talked about the tensions between GDs and BDs in Chicago, and the challenges faced by artists like Lil Baby and Young Thug in maintaining their freedom while dealing with legal and financial pressures. The conversation delves into the nuances of hip-hop culture, focusing on artists like Lil Durk, Drake, and...
May 02, 2025•2 hr 34 min
In this full-length interview, legendary British gangster Bobby Cummines shares the gritty details of his hard-nosed upbringing in an Irish family in South London. The 70-year-old talks about what it was like to grow up poor and his evolution as a criminal, gangster, and businessman on the black market. As the discussion unfolds, Cummines sheds light on the criminal affairs of his younger days, such as robbing banks, forming a heist firm, and stealing jewelry, all while having good manners, feed...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 37 min
In this interview, Mob James and Vlad discuss the high-profile RICO case involving Big U and the Rollin 60s in L.A. They reflect on Big U's history, social media's role in the case, and various allegations, including a rumored murder tied to Big U. Mob James, while analyzing the serious charges, emphasizes the influential and outspoken nature of the discussions surrounding Big U, ultimately concluding that he doesn't see Big U as solely responsible for the claims made against him.
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 38 min
In 2015, TT Boy spoke to VladTV about his decades-long career in the adult industry, which began when he was just 20 years old. The veteran actor explained the changes in the industry before claiming to have been with at least 10,000 women. Explaining how he arrived at that number, TT Boy revealed that he could do five scenes a day. To hear more, view the full interview.
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Gilbert Arenas and DJ Vlad discussed the LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith feud, attributing it to years of built-up tension. They debated Bronny James' readiness for the NBA, predicting he'd need three years. Arenas praised Luka Doncic's trade to the Lakers and criticized the Mavericks' decision. They analyzed the NBA's draft manipulation and the impact of social media on athletes' behavior. Arenas defended Steph Curry's greatness, arguing he's pound-for-pound the best due to his natural talent...
Apr 28, 2025•2 hr 28 min
In this VladTV exclusive, Bobby Luisi detailed his time as a made man in the Philadelphia mafia. Luisi talked about growing up in Boston around made men, bosses, and capos of the Patriarca crime family before becoming involved with the group by the age of 11. While he distanced himself from mafia activities during his 20s, he returned after the stock market crashed during the late-80s. While Luisi was involved in card clubs, bookmaking, and loan sharking, he said his cocaine operation made a few...
Apr 27, 2025•59 min
