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Lil Durk on Helping His Jailed Crew: We Got 20 Guys Locked Up (Flashback)

In this flashback clip, Lil Durk spoke on a previous gun possession case and the lack of support he received while locked up. Durk explained that that experience is the reason why he’s sure to take care of his loved ones while they’re locked up. During the time of this clip, Durk revealed that he […]

Speech on Forming Arrested Development as a Response to Gangsta Rap (Part 1)

Speech, the lead rapper from Arrested Development, sat down for his first interview with VladTV. In the opening clip, Speech spoke on the diversity and balance of Hip Hop acts in the 1990s before describing his upbringing. Born and raised in Milwaukee, Speech revealed that his mother owns the “Milwaukee Community Journal,” which is the […]

Russell Westbrook Responds to Allen Iverson’s Huge Compliment (Flashback)

In this flashback, Russell Westbrook spoke on being complimented by one of the NBA’s most influential players ever, and a former MVP. In this exclusive footage, Westbrook gets word from a member of the media that he has a fan of sorts, former NBA MVP Allen Iverson. Westbrook, who was gracious of the compliments from […]

BG Knocc Out Blames Russell Simmons for Jam Master Jay Going Back to Hustling (Part 9)

Part 8: https://youtu.be/xok7a5OtdF0 Part 1: https://youtu.be/eCrVVGHqZ9U ——– In this clip, BG Knocc Out reacts to the story of James Timothy Norman, co-star of the former OWN show “Welcome to Sweetie Pies” and son of the star, Miss Robbie, being charged in a murder-for-hire plot on his 18-year-old nephew. BG Knocc Out admitted that it’s a […]

LaSheena Weekly on Her Son, FBG Duck, Surviving 2 Shootings & 1 Stabbing (Part 1)

In this clip, LaSheena Weekly, the mother of late Chicago rapper FBG Duck, opened up about growing up in Chicago with her grandmother raising her. She detailed having her first child, later known as FBG Brick, at 15, and later having Duck, who was one of 151 grandchildren. During the sit-down, LaSheena spoke about seeing […]

Freeway Ricky on Dijon Kizzee Getting Killed by Police Near His House (Part 3)

Part 2: https://youtu.be/1Xh0r71pcjs Part 1: https://youtu.be/fNSB3DHWdME ——– In this clip, Freeway Ricky talked about how the country is being destroyed by COVID-19 as well as systemic racism. He discussed the recent string of murders by police with the latest shooting by police in Los Angeles happening near his home.

Hotboii on Breaking Into Houses, Getting Caught by Leaving Fingerprints (Part 2)

Part 1: https://youtu.be/iqjLiTMctt0 ——– In this clip, Hotboii talked about how he transitioned from snatching iPhones as a means of making money to burglarizing homes. He said it wasn’t guaranteed that you’d get anything valuable but on the flip side he never encountered any physical danger while breaking into homes. Hotboii also detailed how he […]

Hoiboii on Stealing for the 1st Time at 4, Grand Theft Charges By 14 (Part 1)

In Hotboii’s first-ever interview with VladTV, he started out by speaking about growing up in Orlando with his mother, a single parent, and four other siblings in the home. He then explained that his father has 14 other kids and wasn’t really around to support him when things got tough growing up. Hotboii shared stories […]

Michel’le on Dr. Dre Beating Her & Shooting a Gun at Her (Flashback)

In this VladTV Flashback from 2015, Michel’le opened up about her past relationship with super-producer Dr. Dre, revealing that she was not only severely beaten by the Compton beatsmith, but that in a fit of rage, he actually attempted to shoot her in their home. Michel’le says she dodged the bullet by just inches after […]

Lil Durk on Slap Boxing Adrien Broner (Flashback)

In this VladTV flashback, Lil Durk talked about his slap boxing match with Adrien Broner. According to Durk, Broner told him he wouldn’t be able to tap his face. However, Durk proved him wrong and caught the former boxing champion. He and DJ Vlad went on to talk about Broner’s sh** talking ability and how […]

Chuck D on Dissing John Wayne & Elvis on “Fight the Power” (Flashback)

In this VladTV flashback, Chuck D spoke about making “Fight the Power” for Spike Lee’s iconic film “Do the Right Thing.” He revealed that the original version sounded nothing like the version that everyone knows, and Chuck also addressed calling out Elvis and John Wayne on the song. To hear more, including being affiliated with […]

Sarkodie on Akon Telling Black Americans to “Let Go” of Slavery on VladTV (Part 2)

Part 1: https://youtu.be/TAGto9X9p5Q ——– Sarkodie explained that a “Back to Africa” movement started to gain momentum once Ghana became independent. The rapper also noted that people’s perceptions of Africa have changed over time and he’s seen more African Americans taking pride in the continent. Before highlighting last year’s “Year of Return” for Ghana, he also […]

30 Deep Grimeyy on Going to LA and Hooking Up with Original Six Deuce Crips (Part 4)

Part 3: https://youtu.be/0BaxvIEDyjM Part 1: https://youtu.be/aAiYBFrpAEg ——– In this clip, 30 Deep Grimeyy spoke about his trip to LA and learning about the origins of his set. He spoke at length about his disdain for law enforcement and recounted getting elbowed in the mouth by an officer during an arrest. 30 Deep Grimeyy also noted, […]

Silkk the Shocker: C-Murder’s Rap Name is Partly Why He Got Life (Flashback)

In this flashback, Silkk the Shocker speaks on his brother C-Murder getting a life sentence without the chance of parole for a crime that Silkk says he knows his brother didn’t commit. He explained that he was confident that C-Murder would beat his case, so he didn’t stay until the verdict, and he was shocked […]

Lil Durk: “They Caught My Dad with $8 Million” (Flashback)

In this VladTV flashback, Lil Durk spoke on his father’s influence in his life, detailing how he was inspired by his old man’s lavish lifestyle and grew up wanting to follow in his footsteps. Durk also gave insight into how his dad was apprehended with more than $8 million dollars and 6 kilos of cocaine, […]

Karrine Steffans on Bow Wow Fallout: We Fought Over Yung Berg (Flashback)

In this VladTV Flashback, Karrine Steffans spoke on how she and Bow Wow fell out, noting it was over Yung Berg, who is now known as Hitmaka. Steffans said Bow Wow told her that Yung Berg wasn’t “famous enough or rich enough” to be around her, and that she should think more highly of herself […]

John Salley on Why Michael Jordan Didn’t Kill the Men who Killed His Father (Part 13)

Part 12: https://youtu.be/gD6Mi6qBi1s Part 1: https://youtu.be/anClFGbFRLE ——– In this clip, John Salley reacts to Daniel Green, the man convicted of killing Michael Jordan’s father, saying that he would be dead if Jordan wanted him killed. John disagreed, saying it’s a “good cop-out.” He went on to speak about his coach talking him out of going […]

Adrien Broner: Golden Boy Promotions are B****es, They Only Support Mexicans (Part 3)

Part 2: https://youtu.be/yKC5dIzYuDo Part 1: https://youtu.be/A0mKoYq5Khw ——– In this clip, Adrien Broner recounted the feeling of turning pro at 18 and winning his first three fights in dominant fashion. He described the evolution of his boxing game and how he began emulating Floyd Mayweather Jr. at the age of 12. Adrien then talked about his […]

Vlad Goes Off on Godfrey About the Absurdity of a “Chosen People” (Part 11)

Part 10: https://youtu.be/huoC3j3SL1g Part 1: https://youtu.be/25wkXkAkdBY ——– In this clip, Godfrey reacted to the fallout from Nick Cannon’s interview with Professor Griff, which led to Viacom firing him and keeping Wild ‘N Out. Next, DJ Vlad spoke about the absurdity of a “chosen race,” which led to a conversation with Godfrey about the Bible and […]

DL Hughley: Nick Cannon Can’t Be Both Mainstream and Radical (Part 8)

Part 7: https://youtu.be/senqHqnEUFI Part 1: https://youtu.be/y322riuhy2E ——– In this clip, D.L. Hughley offered honest criticism of Nick Cannon’s interview with Professor Griff and the antisemitic comments that were made through the course of their conversation. D.L. explained why he felt Nick was risking too much by holding that discussion in the first place. He also […]

FBG Duck on Tooka Getting Killed at 15 (Flashback)

In this VladTV Flashback from 2017, FBG Duck spoke about his upbringing on Chicago’s Low End/South Side, being a self-described “problem child,” and his relationship with the now-legendary Tooka before he passed at the age of 15. Duck explains the impact Tooka’s death had on both himself and the community, and speaks candidly about Chief […]

John Salley Speaks About Reptilian Race & Giants, Vlad Threatens to Walk Out (Part 4)

Part 3: https://youtu.be/yEQktRWfzUQ Part 1: https://youtu.be/anClFGbFRLE ——– In this clip, John Salley speaks about his family owning 350 acres in Charleston and wanting to buy a small California town at one time. He also addressed the Nigerian doctor that Trump promoted, Dr. Immanuel, who had some controversial views, including believing in a reptilian race. When […]

Tim Hardaway & Charles Oakley Compare LeBron to Ali, Zero Protest in Their NBA Days (Part 15)

Part 14: https://youtu.be/lCnNUUhbv1Q Part 1: https://youtu.be/TBWHZs9RpUc ——– In this clip, Tim Hardaway & Charles Oakley spoke about the social climate today and players using their platforms to amplify justice-based movements. Tim Hardaway detailed how today is ripe for a social movement like we’re witnessing but said this wouldn’t have worked in the 1980s and 1990s. […]

Luenell on Nick Cannon Upsetting Both Jewish Community & Black Community (Part 11)

Part 10: https://youtu.be/IIO0NT7IxBg Part 1: https://youtu.be/asR2_OE_jrI ——– In this clip, Luenell shares her thoughts on the controversy surrounding Nick Cannon, and Luenell revealed that they had a private conversation. After DJ Vlad revealed that he’s waiting to share his thoughts on Nick’s comments until after they have a conversation, both Luenell and Vlad agreed that […]

Fivio Foreign Compares Pop Smoke to 50 Cent & Sheff G to Biggie (Part 14)

Part 13: https://youtu.be/mmqrkZSDQKA Part 1: https://youtu.be/lASG54kVwUQ _________ In this clip, Fivio Foreign talked about dropping his project ‘800 BC’ and explained the meaning behind the title. Fivio said he’s offering a blueprint for how to go viral with his album especially considering how unique he is to the New York scene. He also described which […]

YG on Confronting a Twitter Trash Talker in Real Life (Flashback)

In this flashback, YG speaks about confronting a Twitter trash talker in person after he showed up and asked him a question at the mall. YG explained that the guy asked for a picture in the mall at first, and then YG added that the guy then asked him about the words they had on […]