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Army Sniper Nicholas Irving on U.S. vs. China, Ukraine, Hamas, Trump's Tariffs
Former Army Ranger Nicholas Irving discussed the impacts of Trump's tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, and the broader political dynamics between Republicans and Democrats. The conversation touched on the broader implications of these tariffs. While some Americans voted for Trump expecting economic gains, the tariffs could potentially disrupt those expectations by increasing costs and threatening job stability. The dialogue underscored the constant tension and unpredictability in American politics, regardless of party affiliation—suggesting that whether Democrat or Republican, the economic outcomes often remain uncertain.Interview by: Shawn Prez
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Stevie J Tells His Life Story
Stevie J joined VladTV for an in-depth discussion about his life and career. The renowned producer talked about his upbringing and the impact of his mom abandoning him and his siblings. He also revealed that he came from a musical family and caught his big break with Jodeci, which led him to Diddy. Upon joining Bad Boy Records, Stevie J became a member of the legendary production team, The Hitmen, who produced many of Bad Boy's classic records. Throughout the interview, Stevie J revisits his production discography, as well as his past relationships and time on "Love & Hip-Hop."
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Aries Spears on LeBron, Jay-Z, Kanye, Lizzo, Kim K, Diddy, Corey Holcomb, Ne-Yo
Nipsey Hussle on Joining Rollin 60s Crips, Gang Culture in LA (Flashback)
In this flashback interview from 2013, late rapper Nipsey Hussle opened up about his blossoming career, having just sold 100 copies of his "Crenshaw" mixtape to Jay-Z for $100 each. He talked about the success of the marketing plan, highlighting the connection he had with his fans. He also explained why his first major label deal with Epic Records didn't work out before breaking down how he ended up recording with Drake. Later in the interview, Nip talked about gang culture in LA and how he was focusing on his music career and business endeavors. This past weekend was the fifth anniversary of his passing.
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Frank Gioia Jr., Made Man in the Lucchese Crime Family, Tells His Life Story
Frank Gioia Jr., a former Lucchese mafia Made Man, discussed his upbringing in Little Italy, his father's mafia connections, and his own criminal activities, including bookmaking, loan sharking, and trafficking. He revealed his involvement in the mafia, including a hit on Frankie DeBlanco, and his eventual cooperation with the FBI to protect his family. Gioia's cooperation led to over 70 convictions, including the conviction of Tony Gonzalez for a cop murder. Despite his cooperation, he faced legal troubles again, leading to a five-year prison sentence and significant financial penalties.
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