In this full-length interview, Bryan Johnson, the founder of Venmo and CEO of Kernel, looks back on his upbringing in a Mormon community during his childhood in Provo, Utah. The 45-year-old debunks the misconceptions about polygamy in the Mormon community before discussing his missionary work in Ecuador and how the experience shifted his outlook on life to wanting to help people. After touching on his collegiate stint at Brigham Young University, Bryan discusses a few startup companies he established before looking back on the successful launch of a Chicago-based payment processing company called Braintree and selling it to PayPal. Moving along, Bryan explains why he stepped away from Braintree before detailing why he chose to invest $54 million into a neurotechnology company called Kernel and the groundbreaking ways the company's technology can measure/evaluate the human brain. He then claims that the company's technology can evaluate CTE while a person is still alive. As the introspective conversation moves along, Byran details his methods for reverse engineering the aging process. To hear more, scroll up and press play.

In a recent interview with Vlad TV, YSL co-founder Mondo delved into the origins of the YSL collective and his early connections with prominent members like Young Thug and Gunna. Growing up on the west side of L.A., Mondo described a childhood surrounded by music, with his father and grandfather deeply involved in the industry. His friendship with Young Thug began in high school but fully bloomed around 2012, facilitated through mutual friends in Atlanta.

In a captivating interview with Vlad TV, acclaimed actor Stephen Baldwin delved into his illustrious heritage and early life, revealing intriguing ancestral connections. Tracing his lineage to prominent historical figures like original Mayflower passengers John Howland and Elizabeth Tilley, and the founding governor of Plymouth, William Bradford, Baldwin humorously considered a career as a college professor, mused on the illustrious Harvard intellectual aristocracy in his family tree, and marveled at his distant relationships with notable figures such as the Bush family, writers Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Joseph Smith Jr., founder of the Church of Latter-Day Saints.

Doug Weinstein, the lawyer who represented Yak Gotti during the YSL RICO trial, detailed the case in a new VladTV exclusive. Weinstein explained how he joined the case despite having never participated in a criminal trial. Weinstein discussed the circumstances that led to Yak Gotti's arrest and charges, as well as the conditions the rapper was subjected to during his incarceration. Throughout the interview, the attorney broke down the RICO trial, pointing out why prosecutors decided to launch a RICO case and the various factors that led to multiple plea deals. Ultimately, Yak Gotti was found not guilty on all charges.

In a recent Vlad TV interview, Napoleon shared candid reflections on the infamous East Coast-West Coast rap feud, shedding light on the Tupac Shakur murder investigation. Napoleon discussed Keefe D's controversial confessions, which shocked him by the casual manner in which Keefe D detailed the events leading to Tupac's death. According to Napoleon, though Keefe D's narrative aligns with certain outlaw accounts of that tragic night, questions remain about the identity of the shooter. He pointed out that with Keefe D as the last surviving eyewitness, the truth remains elusive. Addressing the lack of cooperation among those involved, Napoleon suggested that at the time, the street code of silence prevailed, leading many, including Suge Knight, to withhold information. He criticized this approach, recognizing its futility but acknowledging it as a product of the era. Napoleon also noted Foxy Brown's alleged involvement, implying her silence is strategic. While Keefe D's subsequent arrest provided some closure, Napoleon emphasized the reality that it cannot bring Tupac back.

Oschino returned to VladTV to discuss a number of topics, including Jaguar Wright's accusations against Jay-Z and Diddy's legal issues. The former Roc-A-Fella artist talked about similar cases that are centered around the same charges as Diddy's before breaking down the nuances of the prison environment. Oschino also spoke further about Dame Dash's strained relationship with Jay-Z and opened up about Kareem "Biggs" Burke's role at Roc-A-Fella. Later in the interview, Oschino offered his thoughts on the feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, Ybcdul, YSL's RICO trial, Young Dolph's trial, and more.

In this VladTV exclusive from 2023, LaVar Ball sheds light on his upbringing and his sports journey. Ball, who grew up in a two-parent household in South Central, was largely unfazed by the surrounding gangs thanks to his strong family unit and their emphasis on family values. Ball, known for his outspoken personality and fathering three successful basketball athletes, including NBA player Lonzo Ball, always aimed for ownership as he grew up watching his parents work hard but follow a strict schedule. He talks about his experiences and challenges during his schooling at Canoga Park High School in the valley, discussing how he had to adapt to a different and tougher academic environment. In high school, Ball was a multi-sport athlete, playing basketball, football, and track and serving as the football team's quarterback. However, due to what he calls the political part of the game, his coach moved him from the quarterback position. To hear more about LaVar Ball's story, establishing the Big Baller Brand, raising Lonza, LiAngelo, and LaMelo Ball, check out the full interview above.

In this full interview from 2019, Fillmore Slim spoke on his long illustrious career as a pimp, noting that at his height he once had a stable of 25 women. Additionally, he speaks on how he slept with his prostitutes and never had a real girlfriend while he was pimping, which lasted a total of 28 years before he eventually retired. Additionally, he reflects on dating Etta James and touring with Ike Turner and Little Richard, while adding that he looks good for 84 and hopes to live for another 100 years.

In this VladTV full interview from 2019, Suga Free sat down with Vlad to speak on a variety of topics. The rapper spoke about doing music with Nipsey Hussle, his latest album ‘The Resurrection,’ Blueface’s rap style being compared to his, his 10-year absence from music, and more. Watch the full interview above.

In 2016, Newark legend and notably Eminem's favorite rapper, Redman sat on the Vlad Couch to discuss everything from his start in rap and his storied history in the game from touring with EPMD to being on Def Jam's roster during its heyday.