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In this 2016 interview, Afroman sat down for an exclusive interview with VladTV, where he opened up about the surprising success of "Because I Got High." He explained that things happened for him by chance after he went to a rave in New Orleans and gave up on selling his CDs after realizing that no one was buying them. Within two days of giving away the CDs for free, Universal Music was calling him for a record deal, and the song had made it around the world overnight thanks to Napster.

In this Flashback, Mystikal sat down and detailed moments in his career and life. The rapper spoke about his beginnings in New Orleans, and how his first record deal was for $500. From there, he spoke about his time with on No Limit Records, and the issues he faced with blossoming rival label Cash Money Records. Mystikal then talked about his success after he and No Limit parted ways, and also talked about his time in jail, although he notes he was innocent. Mystikal revealed that after 6 years behind bars, it was Snoop Dogg who helped him get back to where he needed to be in life. Watch the full interview above.

In this Flashback, Afroman came through for yet another VladTV interview, and he started off by speaking about the police raid on his Ohio home. He addressed how the police took money from his house during the raid, and Afroman also spoke about making a song about the incident. From there, Afroman addressed an incident where he fell off the stage during a performance, which he blamed on weight gain. During the discussion, Afroman shared stories about growing up in South Central Los Angeles and dealing with gangs, and Afroman also spoke about Nipsey Hussle being killed in the neighborhood. Afroman also discussed moving from South Central to Mississippi, his rap career taking off after “Because I Got High,” and signing a deal with Universal. To hear more, hit the full interview above.

Berner, the founder of the multi-billion dollar cannabis brand Cookies, sits down with VladTV to discuss his journey from hustling in San Francisco to building one of the most recognizable brands in the global cannabis industry.Berner reflects on growing up between San Francisco and Arizona, navigating a fast-paced environment that exposed him to street culture and the cannabis world at an early age. He explains how those early experiences shaped his business mindset and ultimately led him to develop the Cookies brand, which started as a single strain before expanding into a worldwide cannabis empire.The conversation dives into how Cookies evolved from underground cultivation into a global brand with hundreds of retail locations and partnerships. Berner explains how legalization changed the cannabis landscape, bringing both opportunity and challenges, including increased competition, regulatory pressure, and market saturation.Berner also opens up about one of the most personal battles of his life—his colon cancer diagnosis, which he discovered through a new blood test. He discusses how the diagnosis changed his outlook on life, business, and family. Despite the health scare, Berner remained focused on building long-term wealth and legacy, including his decision to keep ownership of his music catalog so his children will benefit from it in the future.Today, Cookies continues to thrive despite legal battles and industry volatility, reportedly generating $1.5 billion in sales in 2025. Berner shares lessons on branding, ownership, and resilience while reflecting on how he turned a cannabis strain into a global lifestyle brand.

Nicholas Irving returns to VladTV for a wide-ranging discussion covering global security, cartel operations, media narratives, and the psychology of violence. Irving breaks down the reported takedown of Mexican drug lord El Mencho, explaining how U.S. intelligence agencies may assist in international operations and how former military personnel are often utilized in covert missions. He provides insight into how such operations are structured and the geopolitical implications behind them.The conversation shifts to high-profile controversies, including developments related to the Epstein scandal and Prince Andrew, as well as debates around representation and media framing in mass shooting coverage. Irving offers his perspective on how public narratives form and how social media accelerates misinformation and outrage cycles.Irving also reacts to influencer boxing culture, criticizing Adam22’s match with Jason Love as more spectacle than sport. The discussion expands into the emotional and psychological toll of fighting, personal trauma, and the difference between discipline and reckless aggression. Shawn Prez joins in to reflect on the mental weight fighters carry, and the broader cultural obsession with public feuds and celebrity conflict.Additional topics include Floyd Mayweather’s financial rumors versus his extravagant lifestyle, ongoing G-Unit tensions, Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance, Kanye West’s public apologies, and the power of social media in shaping reputations. The episode closes on a more serious note, with a call for prayers regarding Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother, underscoring the long-term emotional impact of unresolved tragedies.