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The "Shawn Ryan Show" is hosted by Shawn Ryan, former U.S. Navy SEAL, CIA Contractor, and Founder of Vigilance Elite. We tell REAL stories about REAL people from all walks of life. We discuss the ups and downs, wins and losses, successes and struggles, the good and bad in a respectful but candid way with our guest. We're better than entertainment, we're the REAL thing. Please enjoy the show.
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Cut To It featuring Steve Smith Sr.

The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

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Former NFL player Steve Smith Sr and co-host Gerard Littlejohn interview your favorite athletes, entertainers, and more, to ask the questions that you’ve always wanted to know, but no one ever asks. You may learn if your favorite NBA player would rather fight a bear or 50 ducks, or why a guest made a life-altering decision they’ve never shared before. Expect the unexpected....let’s cut to it!
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VladTV

DJ Vlad

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VladTV is the world leader in hard-hitting interviews with rappers, actors, professional athletes, gangsters, politicians, singers, business leaders and everything in between. Updated daily. Become a Member to get interviews up to a month early and ad-free.
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Owen Hanson’s life journey took him from the beaches of Southern California to USC’s volleyball courts—and ultimately into the dangerous world of trafficking. Hanson recounts how, after being redshirted as a backup volleyball player at USC, he sought out PEDs in Tijuana, Mexico. Guided by a bodybuilder, he crossed the border carrying steroids hidde…
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Vlad and Wack100 discussed the upcoming boxing match between former NBA player Nick Young and rapper Blueface. Vlad confidently bet Wack100 $500 that Nick Young will win, emphasizing Young’s professional athletic background as a former Los Angeles Laker, giving him a significant edge in the ring. Wack100 acknowledged Young’s experience but highligh…
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Tony Yayo opened up about how he would handle an encounter with Jim Jones backstage, reflecting on the tension Vlad witnessed between Jim Jones and Akademiks. When Vlad asked if he would try to have a polite conversation or keep his distance, Tony was honest: he prefers to avoid confrontations altogether. Emphasizing the risks involved in street di…
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Terry Watanabe, who inherited his father's import business, Oriental Trading Company, and expanded it to $300 million in revenue by 2000, lost his entire $350 million fortune to gambling addiction. He started gambling in his 20s and escalated to losing $120 million in a year at Caesar's Palace, contributing significantly to their revenue. Watanabe'…
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Trap Lore Ross shed light on serious new developments surrounding Lil Durk. According to recently unsealed federal paperwork, Durk allegedly ordered six additional hits beyond the already known murder charge. Ross highlighted that one of these hits specifically ties back to a 2021 attempted attack on rapper Quando Rondo in Waycross, Georgia—an inci…
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During his recent jail stint, Blueface got a slew of new face tattoos. While the exact meanings remain unclear—Wack100 speculated, for instance, that the Chase Bank tattoo could symbolize what Blueface is “chasing”—no one has directly asked him about the ink yet. Blueface’s daughter reportedly isn’t a fan of his tattoos, and the rapper said he woul…
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Trap Lore Ross opened up about the tragic killing of Big U’s son in Los Angeles. Ross highlighted the confusion around the motive, noting conflicting theories but no solid leads. On the legal front, Ross addressed Big U's RICO charges linked to embezzlement and murder, with reports of approximately 75 potential informants who could testify against …
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Tony Yayo shut down speculation about a hypothetical Verzuz battle against Memphis Bleek. Yayo dismissed the question, emphasizing his own longevity and impact despite setbacks like serving jail time during G-Unit’s rise. He highlighted his successful overseas tours and loyal fanbase, noting his ability to fill venues from Germany to Canada without…
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Super Bowl winner and former star wide receiver Antonio Brown detailed his life and career in a new VladTV exclusive. The former Steeler described growing up in Liberty City with a father who is an Arena Football League legend. Brown talked about focusing on football to avoid the pitfalls of his neighborhood, a decision that ultimately led him to t…
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Ming Li, the younger sister of Nicki Minaj, discussed her multicultural background, her relationship with Nicki, and her experiences growing up. Ming revealed her struggles with depression and sickle cell, and her journey in the music industry. She emphasized her loyalty to Nicki and her desire to establish her own identity. Ming also addressed mis…
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Terry Watanabe opened up about his past gambling addiction and what he would do if he regained his lost fortune. Reflecting on his struggles, Watanabe emphasized the powerful addictive nature of gambling and the emotional highs and lows that come with it. Despite losing everything, he has remained sober from gambling for over a decade. When asked i…
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Chase Hughes is a leading expert in human behavior analysis, influence, and persuasion, with over 20 years of experience as a U.S. Navy veteran. He developed groundbreaking programs like the "Behavior Pilot Program" for HUMINT, "CuePrime" for interrogation behavior analysis, and the "Pre-Violence Indicators Index" for detecting pre-attack behaviors…
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Blueface recently got out of prison early after serving time related to multiple legal battles, including an attempted murder charge stemming from a 2022 Las Vegas strip club shooting. Wack100 revealed that despite originally facing a possible two-and-a-half-year sentence, they were able to secure bail and have the charge significantly reduced. How…
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Steve Murphy and Javier Pena, DEA agents depicted in the Netflix series "Narcos," discussed their careers and the hunt for Pablo Escobar. Murphy grew up in Tennessee and joined the DEA in 1987, while Pena, a sociology major, joined in 1984. They detailed Escobar's crimes, including the assassination of presidential candidate Luis Carlos Galán and t…
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Trap Lore Ross recounted his tense encounter with UK rapper Central Cee and his manager at ComplexCon. Ross, known for his candid commentary, explained that the meeting was unplanned. While wandering the event, he spotted Central Cee and Akademiks together and decided to approach, expecting little more than a brief interaction. Surprisingly, Centra…
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Vlad and Wack100 discuss a copyright infringement lawsuit against Joyner Lucas. Vlad explains that Joyner used Vlad's content without permission, leading to the lawsuit. Vlad offered Joyner three options: license the content, do an interview, or go to court. Joyner's manager initially seemed open to negotiations, but later forwarded a hostile text …
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Trap Lore Ross addressed the shocking rumors surrounding Diddy, currently serving time at Fort Dix Federal Prison. Reports surfaced claiming Diddy woke up with a knife held to his throat by another inmate, sparking concerns about his safety behind bars. Ross and Vlad also debunked other circulating rumors, including claims that Diddy was running bu…
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Terry Watanabe shared his challenging journey battling bipolar disorder, substance abuse, and prostate cancer. Diagnosed as bipolar, Watanabe described the extreme highs and lows of the condition, which contributed to his struggles with addiction. Since leaving Las Vegas, he has attended rehab 12 times. Despite once owning a business worth hundreds…
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Trap Lore Ross shared insights from his groundbreaking interview with Tekashi 6ix9ine, praising Vlad for conducting one of the most iconic interviews with the controversial rapper. Ross took a unique approach by hosting a virtual hood tour with 6ix9ine, using Google Maps to explore the rapper’s neighborhood, including spots tied to his past. This i…
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Wack100 praised Tekashi 6ix9ine for exposing a harsh reality about snitching in the hip-hop industry. Reflecting on the viral VladTV interview, Wack100 acknowledged that Tekashi’s candidness during the interview shed light on the often-hidden culture of cooperation with law enforcement among rappers. Despite criticism and claims of being “canceled,…
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Terry Watanabe, once a multi-millionaire casino owner, revealed the harrowing ordeal behind losing $350 million gambling over three years. During an interview, Watanabe shared how he racked up $112 million in losses at Harrah's Casino, which extended him $14.7 million in credit. This led to criminal charges filed against him in Clark County in 2009…
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Michael Jai White discussed his upcoming film, "Why Did I Get Married Again?" and praised it as Tyler Perry's best work. Speaking on the third film in the series, he highlighted the unique themes of parental imperfection and unattainable goals. White also mentioned his long-standing collaboration with Perry, including his role in "House of Pain." H…
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Terry Watanabe, infamous for spending nearly $800 million at Harrah’s casinos between 2005 and 2007, recently revealed intriguing details in an exclusive interview. Despite his massive gambling losses, Harrah’s didn’t cut him off; instead, they created a unique “chairman” status just for him, offering lavish perks like front-row Rolling Stones tick…
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Michael Cooper, an NBA Hall of Famer and five-time champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, discussed his journey from Pasadena to the NBA. He recounted his early life, including his father abandoning him and his stepfather's attempted murder of his mother. Cooper detailed his basketball journey, starting from building his own hoop to playing for the …
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Matt Bissonnette is a former United States Navy SEAL known for his participation in the 2011 raid that killed Osama bin Laden, as detailed in his bestselling book No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama bin Laden (2012), written under the pen name Mark Owen. A DEVGRU (SEAL Team Six) operator, Bissonnette served multiple …
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Tommy the Clown, born in Detroit and raised in South Central LA, transitioned from a troubled youth involved in narcotics to becoming a pioneer of hip hop clowning and krumping. He started performing at children's parties and evolved into a global phenomenon, influencing music videos by Madonna, Missy Elliott, and Kendrick Lamar. Despite challenges…
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Wes Watson, an ex-convict-turned-inspirational speaker and fitness influencer, discussed his journey from San Diego to becoming a millionaire. Starting at 14, he was dealing marijuana to avoid buying it. By high school, he owned luxury cars and made thousands. However, his lifestyle led to a 9-year prison sentence. Post-release, he leveraged his st…
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Terry Watanabe, a legendary high-stakes gambler, once accounted for an astonishing 20% of Caesars Palace's gambling revenue. During his peak, Harrah’s Entertainment (Caesars’ parent company) revealed that nearly 6% of its total gambling revenue came from Watanabe alone. Known for both his massive bets and generosity, he frequently handed out huge t…
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Buffalo Bills captain and three-time Pro Bowler Dion Dawkins detailed his life and career in a new VladTV exclusive. The football pro talked about his upbringing in Rahway, New Jersey. Despite growing up in a two-parent home, Dawkins admitted to being a troublemaker in school and having to attend a military prep school after not being heavily recru…
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Terry Watanabe, once a high-profile gambler in Las Vegas, opened up about his battle with compulsive gambling and alcoholism that led to a staggering $127 million loss in just one year. Watanabe revealed that his gambling journey began modestly at Iowa’s Harris Casino before escalating at the Wynn casino around 2006. During this period, his gamblin…
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At just 20 years old, Terry Watanabe took the helm of his father Harry Watanabe’s import company, Oriental Trading Company, which his father had started after immigrating from Hiroshima, Japan. Originally a small carnival distribution business, Terry strategically expanded focus, growing the company to $300 million in annual revenue by 2000. Under …
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Sebastian Telfair discussed his upcoming six-month prison sentence for violating probation related to a $358,000 fraud scheme involving false invoices to the NBA player health plan. He expressed frustration over the conditions of his probation, including being forced to stay in New York and not being credited for his community service and work in m…
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Sean Duffy is the 20th U.S. Secretary of Transportation, confirmed by the Senate in January 2025 and sworn in on January 28, 2025. A former Republican Congressman representing Wisconsin's 7th District from 2011 to 2019, Duffy served on the House Financial Services Committee and chaired its Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. Before politi…
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In a new VladTV exclusive, Baton Rouge's own Young Bleed delves into his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a revered figure in the hip-hop world. Growing up in the Southside bottoms of Baton Rouge, Young Bleed experienced the gritty realities of the crack epidemic sweeping through neighborhoods in the '80s and '90s. His mother had him at 1…
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Swifty Blue, a Cali rapper, discussed his background, including his Salvadorian heritage and upbringing in Paramount. He joined the Eastside Paramount gang, influenced by his older brother, who was in jail for attempted murder. Swifty Blue faced multiple arrests, including for gun possession, and was involved in a conspiracy involving 19 Mexican Ma…
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VladTV's new exclusive with former DEA agent Hector Berrellez revolves around geopolitical tensions and U.S. foreign policy. He dismisses the possibility of Mexico going to war with the U.S. and criticizes China's role in the fentanyl crisis. Berrellez discusses the strained U.S.-China and U.S.-Russia relations and expresses confidence in Trump's a…
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Terrance “Gangsta” Williams sat down for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he spoke about his brother, Cash Money co-founder Birdman, and their rise to running one of the most legendary labels in the game. Throughout the interview, Terrance spoke about being raised with Birdman, who was in foster care after his mother died, and his father brin…
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Rena Malik, MD, is a board-certified urologist and pelvic surgeon specializing in sexual medicine, urogynecology, hormone management, and pelvic pain. She completed her medical education at New York University Grossman School of Medicine, followed by a urology residency at the University of Chicago and a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Rec…
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Ricky Williams came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he spoke to Shawn Prez about growing up with his parents, who got together when they were young, and were married by 19. Ricky addressed his parents getting divorced when he was young and realizing he was a gifted athlete at a young age, but he didn’t realize his full potential …
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New Orleans artist Lil Ya came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, where he spoke about being in U.N.L.V., one of the original groups to sign to Cash Money. He detailed growing up in New Orleans and pursuing a career in music and making music starting out around the age of 11. Lil Ya then spoke about meeting Birdman and Slim, and U.N.L.V. …
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Vlad discussed his interactions with Glasses Malone, clarifying a misrepresentation in Glasses' song "Banned from VladTV." Vlad recounted a home invasion incident where he defended himself against an attacker, emphasizing that he never asked Glasses to bring him a gun. Vlad also addressed his apology to the NOI community and his views on industry p…
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In this VladTV full interview, 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 abo…
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John B. Allen, known as MrBallen, is a former U.S. Navy SEAL, and storyteller specializing in strange, dark, and mysterious true stories. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Allen served as a Navy SEAL from 2010 to 2017, completing multiple deployments including to Afghanistan, where he was wounded and medically retired. Launchin…
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Juvenile came through for his first-ever VladTV interview, and he started off by detailing his early life growing up in the projects of New Orleans and seeing a lot of violence before he was a teenager. He then detailed his brief time in the streets, which he realized wasn’t for him and led to him fully focusing on his music career. Moving along, J…
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Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy, who was found guilty of betting on games he officiated, recently gave an interview providing an insight into his life in the NBA. Donaghy became a referee following in his father's footsteps, and after having two unsatisfactory jobs after college. After starting his officiating career in the minor CBA league, he got …
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Peezy discussed his new album "Still Ghetto," featuring heavyweight artists like French Montana, Rick Ross, and Big Sean. He explained his decision to go feature-heavy for the first time, attributing it to his career progression. Peezy also shared his experience with Empire Records, highlighting the personal relationships and family-like environmen…
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Jon Delaney is the founder and leader of Real News No Bullshit (RNNBS), an independent news platform launched in January 2021 to provide unbiased, agenda-free coverage of domestic and global events. Fed up with mainstream media's perceived biases, Delaney created RNNBS as a digital outlet on Instagram and other platforms, focusing on straightforwar…
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Gilbert Arenas and Vlad discussed Diddy's 50-month sentence and Cassie's involvement. Arenas also discussed his own legal troubles, including federal gambling charges, and the NBA's MVP odds, favoring SGA and Luka Doncic over Anthony Edwards. The conversation also touched on the NBA's face, with LeBron and Curry still dominant. The discussion cente…
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Earthquake discussed his new Netflix special, "Joke Telling Business," which includes personal anecdotes and reflections on societal issues. He shared stories about relationships and his financial struggles, including a $3 million debt. He also talked about his recent wedding, which cost $450,000. He expressed his views on affirmative action, the N…
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