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In this explosive 2016 VladTV interview, Ronnie Newt shares his unbelievable life story — from becoming a millionaire drug kingpin in Northern California to managing a Jackson family–backed R&B group and later filing a $1 billion lawsuit over the hit TV show Empire .Ronnie recounts growing up in San Francisco, entering the drug game at just nine years old, and eventually building a multi-million-dollar empire before facing over 165 arrests. He describes shootouts, prison escapes, exotic pets including a lion that attacked his daughter, and navigating the federal system during the height of the RICO era.The interview takes a dramatic turn as Ronnie details his relationship with the Jackson family. He explains how his group, The Neutrons, signed to Jackson Records under Joe Jackson, and how he built a close personal relationship with Michael Jackson — including visits to the Encino home and federal prison visitation logs. Ronnie also claims he was offered $200,000 to falsely accuse Michael Jackson of misconduct involving his children, an offer he says he refused .Later in the conversation, Ronnie alleges that Fox’s hit show Empire borrowed heavily from his life story and book Beginning to Be, leading him to file a billion-dollar lawsuit against Lee Daniels, Terrence Howard, and Rupert Murdoch. He breaks down the alleged similarities and explains why he believes the story was taken without compensation.This interview blends street history, music industry politics, federal cases, and high-profile celebrity connections into one of VladTV’s most controversial sit-downs.

Wayno sits down with VladTV for a wide-ranging conversation covering music industry politics, viral moments, and the realities of breaking artists in today’s landscape. The discussion opens with Vlad addressing a viral tweet about conspiracy theories involving Tory Lanez, Jay-Z, and Roc Nation, which racked up 14 million impressions and sparked debate over whether it was satire or serious commentary.Wayno breaks down his background, growing up in the Bronx, dropping out of high school, and working his way up through Universal and Roc-A-Fella. He reflects on managing Dave East and helping secure East’s Def Jam deal, which resulted in a multi-million-dollar contract. Wayno speaks candidly about the ups and downs of artist management, the challenges of navigating label politics, and why he ultimately stepped away from that partnership.The conversation also touches on Vlad’s time as a co-host on Everyday Struggle, why the show eventually ended, and how media profitability plays a major role behind the scenes. Wayno details his transition into executive roles at Asylum Records in 2019 and later at Quality Control (QC) in 2021, working with artists like Sada Baby and Baby Money. He discusses securing key clearances—including a major Birdman-assisted record—and contributing to QC’s growth before his contract was not renewed following the company’s sale.Wayno offers insight into understanding record deals, publishing splits, ownership, and the difficulty of breaking artists in a saturated market. He also shares personal reflections on figures like Kanye West, Jay-Z, Beanie Sigel, and Cam’ron, and discusses how lessons from Roc-A-Fella shaped his industry perspective.Now shifting focus toward media and entrepreneurship, Wayno talks about launching his own YouTube platform and a sneaker-focused project, aiming to merge culture, commentary, and business strategy under his own control.

In this classic 2017 VladTV interview, Tyrin Turner — best known for his role as Caine in Menace II Society — opens up about growing up in South Central Los Angeles and how his life changed after starring in one of the most iconic street films of the 1990s .Tyrin talks about being raised at 51st and Hoover in a Hoover Crips neighborhood, staying out of gangs despite peer pressure, and a childhood run-in with the law after stealing Vans that led to a harsh lesson from his mother. He explains how he discovered acting through a workshop, landing a major role in Janet Jackson’s “Rhythm Nation” video — earning $7,000 at just 18 — and nearly starring in Boyz n the Hood before losing the role to Cuba Gooding Jr.The interview dives deep into Menace II Society, including how the Hughes brothers cast him after seeing him in a music video and an America’s Most Wanted reenactment. Tyrin gives his firsthand account of Tupac Shakur originally being cast as Sharif, the reported conflict during rehearsals, and the alleged confrontation involving the Hughes brothers that followed. He reflects on the film’s $28 million box office success and how instant fame changed his life — including Leonardo DiCaprio reportedly knowing all his lines from the film.Tyrin also discusses playing Rico in Belly, originally being considered for the role DMX played, and how he and Hype Williams developed the look for his character. He speaks candidly about feeling overlooked by the Hughes brothers after Menace, missing out on films like Dead Presidents, and how his “boyish look” may have affected casting opportunities compared to peers like Omar Epps and Morris Chestnut.The conversation continues with Tyrin’s long-standing friendship and creative partnership with Jamie Foxx, helping write Foxx’s stand-up material and working on projects like All-Star Weekend alongside Snoop Dogg, Eva Longoria, Jeremy Piven, and Robert Downey Jr.Finally, Tyrin discusses his own rap career under Rap-A-Lot Records as “Kane,” discovering producer Seven (who later worked with Murder Inc.), and supporting his son Lil Kane’s emerging music career — including collaborations with 808 Mafia and Chief Keef.From South Central to Hollywood to hip-hop, Tyrin Turner shares an unfiltered look at legacy, missed opportunities, loyalty, and reinvention.

DJ Vlad and Wil Milz dive into a wide-ranging conversation covering celebrity scandals, public perception, media narratives, and accountability. The discussion opens with reactions to resurfaced allegations involving major public figures, including debates around Michael Jordan, R. Kelly, Chris Brown, and Donald Trump. Vlad and Wil examine how fans often overlook or rationalize controversy when they admire someone’s talent or status.The conversation shifts to the Diddy documentary, with both criticizing it for lacking new information and questioning whether it functioned more as a smear piece than investigative journalism. They also address how social media amplifies rumors and narratives, including speculation surrounding Meek Mill and Kanye West, and explore how sexuality-related allegations can permanently shape public perception regardless of evidence.Later in the episode, Vlad and Wil discuss the sensationalism around the Epstein files and the tendency for audiences to react emotionally without fully researching the facts. They debate the impact of cooperation (“snitching”) in the music industry, referencing figures like Gunna and Tekashi 6ix9ine, and how street credibility and public image collide in modern hip-hop culture.Additional topics include Vlad’s voting experience and critique of campaign strategies, Adam22’s headline-grabbing antics compared to the Paul brothers’ influence in boxing, and financial cautionary tales involving celebrities like Floyd Mayweather and Redd Foxx. Vlad also reflects on maintaining friendships in business, the dangers of entitlement, and why hiring competent professionals over friends is often the smarter long-term move.The interview closes with a lighter “This or That” segment ranking stand-up comedians, blending humor with sharp commentary in classic VladTV style.

Back in 2020, Tiny came through for yet another VladTV interview, and this time around, she spoke about the new show she created, "The Mix." Tiny also delved deeper into her background, growing up in Atlanta with interracial parents and later forming Xscape. Tiny detailed the highs and lows of the group, including group members fighting one another, and Kandi Burruss not returning for a previous reunion. Elsewhere in the interview, Tiny spoke about Biggie dissing Xscape and apologizing just minutes before he was killed. She then went into the story of meeting her husband T.I., doing a reality show together, and filing for divorce. Tiny explained how they were able to work through things and call off the divorce, which you can hear more about above.