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Former United States Navy SEAL Robert O'Neill detailed his storied military career, which culminated in him taking down Osama bin Laden. He described growing up in Butte, Montana, and having goals of getting a scholarship to play basketball. However, a breakup led him to try to join the Marines, but a chance encounter steered him towards the Navy despite his inability to swim. O'Neill overcame tha...

Papoose came through for his first VladTV interview in some years, and he started off by speaking about his new Timbaland-produced single “Thought I Was Gonna Stop” ft. Lil Wayne. From there, Papoose began to tell his story, including growing up in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, and he also spoke about starting his rap career in the ‘90s. After speaking about linking up with Kool G Rap and appearing on his 1...

VladTV's new exclusive with Oschino covers various topics, including the legal and personal issues involving celebrities, such as Shannon Sharpe, Kanye West, and Dame Dash. The conversation also touches on the impact of social media and the challenges of managing public perception. Oschino talks about prison experiences and the impact of race and wealth on legal outcomes. The Philly rapper als...

DJ Vlad and Trap Lore Ross discuss a tense encounter involving Wack100 during their round-table appearance on No Jumper. They also delve into Wack's public persona reputation, and Vlad emphasizes the importance of de-escalating conflicts and maintaining professional relationships. Trap Lore Ross reflects on the impact of Wack's influence and the challenges of navigating street politics in the hip-...

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 ta...

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 ye...

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...

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...

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 t...

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 m...

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. Du...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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 trou...

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 ca...

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...

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 abou...

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 ov...

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 Detroi...

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 Sid...

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 p...

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 fac...