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Part 22: DJ Vlad: Charlamagne Asks Vlad About Asking Police Questions & Interrogating Guests
Part 1: Charlamagne: Drake's Security Guards Told Me Drake Paid Them Beat Me Up if They Saw Me
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In a candid exchange with Charlamagne, DJ Vlad confronted criticisms of exploiting Black culture in hip hop for profit. Vlad acknowledged that many white figures in hip hop, including Eminem, face similar labels as "culture vultures," but emphasized his genuine connection to the community and transparency about his personal background. When asked if he’d have the same platform if he were Black, Vlad confidently said yes, citing numerous Black creators with similar platforms. Vlad defended his interviews as valuable documentation of hip hop history, not merely “trauma for clicks,” stressing that trauma is universal. On crossing ethical lines, Vlad admitted a past misstep sharing the viral Joe Budden altercation footage but maintained his overall respect for interviewees, often accommodating requests to remove sensitive content. He stressed his commitment to fair storytelling amid the complex dynamics of hip hop culture.
