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Dank Demoss Tells Her Life Story, Provides Update on Viral Lyft Lawsuit Jun 10, 2025

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Detroit rapper Dank Demoss discussed her viral incident with Lyft, where a driver refused her ride due to her size. She sued Lyft for discrimination as a result. She revealed she weighs 517 pounds and has a history of weight fluctuations, dropping from 532 pounds in high school to 432 pounds. Her father, a music enthusiast, passed away at 39, leading her to rap as a coping mechanism. Dank also mentioned her thyroid issues, weight loss efforts, and her acting and music career aspirations. She emphasized the need for societal acceptance and equality for larger individuals.

Diddy's Head of Security Roger Bonds' 1st VladTV Interview (Flashback) Jun 09, 2025

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Diddy's former head of security, Roger Bonds, has been opening up about his time with the music mogul since Cassie filed her lawsuit against the Bad Boy founder. Bonds has detailed his experiences with the former couple and has corroborated some of the claims mentioned in Cassie's lawsuit. Prior to the controversy, Bonds sat down with VladTV in 2022 and offered viewers his background. He detailed growing up in Harlem around infamous street figures, including Rich Porter and Kevin Childs. He also revealed that he beat charges as a teen that could've resulted in him spending the rest of his life behind bars. Roger also spoke about being locked up with Black Rob, knowing Loon and A$AP Ferg’s father, and also touring with Diddy. Later in the interview, he talked about his son's legal situation in Africa.

OG Boobie Black Tells His Life Story Jun 08, 2025

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OG Boobie Black discussed his tumultuous upbringing in New Orleans, including his mother's death from a brain tumor and his father's construction work. He recounted being shot 18 times in 1994, surviving despite severe injuries, and later being arrested for premeditated homicide. OG Boobie Black detailed his multiple arrests and his resilience in the face of adversity. He also mentioned his brothers' deaths and highlighted the impact of his environment on his life and actions. He reflected on his past as a "crash dummy" and how losing his arm motivated him to succeed. Boobie transitioned to music, influenced by Kevin Gates, and expanded into various businesses, including a marijuana brand, dog breeding, and digital products. He emphasized his resilience, mentorship, and motivational speaking before sharing a near-death experience involving a train accident and his ongoing efforts in health and wellness.

"War Dogs" Arms Dealer David Packouz on Selling $300M in Weapons for US Government Jun 07, 2025

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David Packouz, a former arms dealer, discussed his journey from securing a $300 million US government contract to supply the Afghan army with ammunition to the challenges faced in fulfilling the contract. He detailed the logistical complexities, including sourcing ammunition from Albania and dealing with Chinese markings. Packouz highlighted the financial aspects, noting a 20% profit margin and his expected $15 million from the contract. He also recounted the legal repercussions, including his plea deal for fraud and Ephraim's four-year prison sentence. The conversation also touched on the 2016 film "War Dogs," based on their story. He co-founded War Dogs Academy, an online school teaching government contracting, which has seen significant success, with students winning $14 million in contracts and some becoming multi-millionaires. Packouz's invention, the Beat Buddy drum machine pedal, and other music equipment under Singular Sound have also been successful. Despite his initial reluctance, he was inspired by others' success stories to help others in government contracting.

Mia S., Tay-K Codefendant in Home Invasion Murder Case, Breaks Down the Story Jun 06, 2025

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Mia S., a juvenile co-defendant in Tay-K's 2016 home invasion robbery case, detailed her traumatic experiences. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Mia's childhood was marked by her parents' alcoholism and neglect. At 12, she met Ariana, a 17-year-old dealer, who introduced her to substances and trafficking. Mia was repeatedly assaulted and forced into prostitution. In 2016, she was involved in a robbery where a man was killed. Despite her claims of being a victim, she was convicted and sentenced to 20 years. Mia's case highlights the complexities of trafficking and the challenges in proving it. Mia Santoro discussed her journey from being sentenced to 20 years in prison for a crime she didn't commit to winning her appeal and receiving 10 years' probation. She detailed the initial plea deal of 10 years' probation, which was withdrawn after Tay-K cut his ankle monitor off. Mia's parents hired an attorney, who successfully appealed her case, revealing 12 errors in the trial. Despite this, Mia faced significant challenges, including being mistaken for another inmate and being sentenced to an undetermined sentence in an adult prison. She emphasized the impact of her trafficking and the systemic failures that led to her conviction.

DDG on Dating Halle Bailey, Amanda Seales, Blueface & Chrisean, Being Valedictorian (Flashback) Jun 06, 2025

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In this full-length interview, DDG briefly touched on his upcoming video for “Bulletproof Maybach” with Offset. From there, DDG reflects back on the success of "Arguments" before talking about the making of “Love Myself” with Kevin Gates. This led to DDG speaking about going on tour with Kevin and being able to play to bigger crowds and fans that are older than his usual fans. Later in the interview, DDG addressed comments he made about other YouTubers like Ricegum and Jake Paul not making serious music, and he explained that he does music as “a real passion.” DDG added that he happened to blow up on YouTube despite being a serious artist, which he revealed was something he made his mind up about when he was in high school. He then spoke about his first song, “Dope,” which he said was “a*s,” and DDG then addressed being the valedictorian of his class, which he said was one of his biggest accomplishments. DDG added that he had a full-ride scholarship to Oakland University, which didn’t work out because he couldn’t get above a 20 on his ACT. DDG explained that he was going to Central Michigan University, which is when he blew up on YouTube, but he added that he dropped out when he was making money on social media. As the discussion moves along, DDG talks about his celebrity boxing match with Nate Wyatt. He also talks about working with fellow rappers such as Blueface NBA YoungBoy, Lil Yachty, and 42 Dugg. From there, he shares his thoughts on the RICO Case involving Young Thug and his YSL associates. Lastly, he talks about the backlash that he received for his Martin Luther King Jr. comments, Kanye West's "White Lives Matter" T-Shirt, and the statement that Amanda Seal made about his relationship with Chloe Bailey.

LaSheena Weekly on Her Son FBG Duck Getting Killed in Chicago (Flashback) Jun 04, 2025

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LaSheena Weekly, the mother of FBG Duck, sat down for her first-ever VladTV interview, where she addressed her son's recent murder. She started out speaking about her personal life growing up in Chicago and becoming a mother as a teenager with FBG Duck's older brother, the late FBG Brick. LaSheena then spoke about FBG Duck's childhood and their family centering around their matriarch, the rapper's late great-grandmother, who had a hand in raising LaSheena and FBG Duck. During the interview, LaSheena also detailed the moments leading up to FBG Duck's murder, and she revealed that the woman he was with while shopping on Chicago's prestigious Oak Street, fired back at the shooters. LaSheena then vowed to get justice for her son, and she added that his murder was way deeper than music. You can hear the full interview above.

Former Rollin 20s Blood Member & Gang Expert Skipp Townsend Tells His Life Story Jun 03, 2025

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Skipp Townsend, a former member of the Rolling 20s Bloods, recounts his tumultuous upbringing in various LA neighborhoods, marked by gang violence and narcotics trafficking. He describes his transition from petty crimes to dealing, which escalated into a life of danger and incarceration. Townsend highlights his involvement in community programs like Jim Brown's American and Unity One, aimed at reducing gang violence through dialogue. He also reflects on the impact of Nipsey Hussle's death and the broader systemic issues affecting inner-city communities, emphasizing the need for education and job training over incarceration. The discussion highlights the impact of Nipsey's community building and the subsequent gang truce in 2019. Skipp also reflects on the challenges of managing federal funds and the complexities of gang dynamics. The conversation touches on the justice system's flaws, personal stories of loss, and the potential for gang names to evolve while maintaining their essence.

Aries Spears on Diddy, Shannon Sharpe, Kanye, Corey Holcomb, LeBron, Jamie Foxx Jun 02, 2025

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Aries Spears discussed his appearance on Bobby Lee's MadTV reunion and clarified a misunderstanding with Debra Wilson, emphasizing their long-standing relationship. Spears expressed frustration over his financial success not matching his talent. The conversation shifted to Diddy's trial, with Spears predicting a guilty verdict despite Diddy's wealth. Aries and DJ Vlad also debated Kanye West's controversial actions and LeBron James' NBA career, concluding LeBron's record of 4-6 in the finals undermines his GOAT status. Finally, they discussed the Mount Rushmore of New York rappers, favoring Jay-Z, DMX, Biggie, and Nas over Jay Z, DMX, Biggie, and 50 Cent. Aries Spears and Vlad discussed the Mount Rushmore of hip-hop groups, including Wu-Tang Clan, Mobb Deep, Tribe Called Quest, and Beastie Boys, while debating the inclusion of NWA, Cypress Hill, and Public Enemy. Aries criticized sagging pants and bonnets in public, and expressed frustration with Cleveland audiences. They reminisced about their careers, with Aries mentioning his role in "Jerry Maguire" and his audition for Cuba Gooding Jr.'s part. Later in the interview, Aries discussed the challenges of being a Black comedian in the industry.

Navy SEAL Robert O'Neill on Killing Osama Bin Laden (Flashback) Jun 01, 2025

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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 that hurdle and eventually joined the Navy SEALs. During his career, Robert O'Neill was involved in multiple missions that became Hollywood films, including "Captain Phillips" and "Lone Survivor." He is most notably credited with being the man who took down Osama bin Laden. To hear more about his missions and the aftermath of his military career, view the full interview above.

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