Van Lathan serves up a weekly dose of truth, sonically force feeding listeners the red pill, and NEVER apologizing. News, politics, and pop-culture are all on the menu, with reality so sizzling it’ll fry your echo chamber.
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Van sits down with relationship and sex guru Shan Boody to talk about what men need to do better in bed, what people need to do better in relationships.By Loud Speakers Network
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90 - What Happend To City High?” W/Ryan Toby
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Van sits down with Ryan Toby from the group City High, who talks about why the group abruptly broke up, and damn, it was A LOT. The two men also talk about Ryans music career, having written for giants like Will Smith and Usher.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van sits down with Erica & Milah from Good Moms, Bad Choices and talk about motherhood, Queen & Slim, and why a man with roommates can’t have them.By Loud Speakers Network
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“Role Playing” with Jean Elie and Tribble
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Van sits down with “Insecure” star Jean Elie and the two men talk about y’all playing Gay, Byron Allen’s Lawsuit, and Tribble’s dry dating life.By Loud Speakers Network
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87 - “Terms and conditions” with DJ HED
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Van sits down with West Coast radio star DJ HED and talks about Colin Kaepernick, Rodney Reed, Sensitive Rappers, and why Hed thinks women are self absorbed.By Loud Speakers Network
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86 - Hustle and Motivate Feat. J Stone
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Van sits down with West Coast Rapper J Stone and talks about losing his best friend Nipsey Hussle, Dropping His Debut Album, And Finding Peace While He Was In Prison.By Loud Speakers Network
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085 - NO DIRECT DEPOSIT (w Sarunas Jackson)
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Van is back and so is the Red Pill, he talks to Sarunas about what happened, what happens now, and about Sarunas new life as a celebrity.By Loud Speakers Network
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084 – Jason Weaver’s Lunch Break w/ Jason Weaver
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Van sits down with actor and singer Jason Weaver to discuss his interesting career from being the singing voice of Simba in the original Lion King to playing Michael Jackson and his feature on Chingy’s 2004 hit, “One Call Away.”By Loud Speakers Network
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083 – Art & Politics w/ Ferrari Sheppard and Sharis Rhodes
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In this 2-part episode: Van sits down with artist and twitter firebrand, Ferrari Sheppard, to discuss the art world and how it treats black artists. He also talks with LA County Board of Supervisors Candidate, Sharis Rhodes, about her political journey and the current challenges facing Los Angeles.By Loud Speakers Network
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082 – Going Full Jerome w/ Amin Joseph
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Van sits down with Snowfall Star, Amin Joseph, who shows up in character as Jerome Saint. Jerome has trouble adjusting to life in 2019 while Amin goes in depth on his process as an actor.By Loud Speakers Network
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081 – Shooting The Shit w/ Miko Grimes
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Van sits down with Miko Grimes to discuss her issues with Jay Z’s partnership with the NFL. The two also discuss her plant-based diet, her opinions on rich people and whether or not she would give her husband a “hall pass.”By Loud Speakers Network
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080 – Rap Is For Rappers w/ Hitmaka
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Hitmaka sits down with Van and talks about how he left Yung Berg behind, and why he feels like he’s gonna be one of the biggest moguls in Hip Hop history.By Loud Speakers Network
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079 – The Kaepernick Situation w/ Marcellus Wiley
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Van sits down with former All-Pro NFL player and current FS1 host Marcellus Wiley to talk about the current Kaepernick situation.By Loud Speakers Network
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078 – Blue Colored Glasses w/ Glasses Malone
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Van sits down with rapper Glasses Malone to talk about his controversial music video “2pac Must Die.” They also talk about the current state of west coast rap, what it is to be a real gangster rapper, and what are the most important songs in west coast rap history.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van checks in with “Selma” star David Oyelowo, and the two men talk about David’s new movie, his old marriage, and being British star in American Black Hollywood.By Loud Speakers Network
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076 – Wildness w/ Brittany Renner & Teanna Trump
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Van sits down with Brittany Renner and Teanna Trump to talk about their new found friendship and how they met on social media. Jason “Jah” Lee from Bossip joins the conversation. They also talk about their own critics and what people don’t understand about their lifestyle.By Loud Speakers Network
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075 – Let Players Rap w/ Metta World Peace
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Van sits down with former NBA star, Metta World Peace, as he responds to Moneybagg Yo’s previous comments on The Red Pill that Basketball players should lay off the rapping. Metta explains why he and other ballers choose to pursue music and basketball.By Loud Speakers Network
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074 – Unconscious Throupling w/ Sheree Zampino
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Van sits down with Sheree Zampino, Will Smith’s ex-wife and mother to his son, Trey. They discuss how she maintains such a healthy relationship with the Smith Family and her experiences raising Trey. They also talk about what its like to be the wife of a pastor, dating, and what a “thrupple” is.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van sits down with Detroit emcee, Tiny Jag, on her decision to drop out of the Afro Future Festival when she found out that white people were being charged double for the event. They also talk about ways to bridge the equity gap between Black America and white America.By Loud Speakers Network
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072 – The One They Love To Hate w/ Jermaine Dupri
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Van sits down with hip hop luminary Jermaine Dupri to talk about his recent remarks that made headlines. He unpacks his controversial opinions on modern female rappers and talks about his new auto-biographical documentary.By Loud Speakers Network
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071 – Fear Of A Queer Black Planet w/ Jarrett Hill & Shar Jossell
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Van sits down with journalist, Jarrett Hill and pop culture pundit, Shar Jossell, to talk about the many issues facing lgbtq individuals within the black community. Jarrett and Star share their stories of growing up gay and trans in unwelcoming environments and how they deal with the ways society treats them.…
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070 – Aliens and Dolphins w/ Megan Ryte
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Van chops it up with Hot 97 DJ, Megan Ryte. Megan talks about her path to success and the highs and lows of being a female DJ in a male-dominated industry. They also touch on everything from Aliens to whether or not Dolphins would take over the world if they had opposable thumbs.By Loud Speakers Network
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069 – Aint No Best w/ Affion Crockett
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Van sits down with comedian and actor, Affion Crockett, to discuss the concept of church and what it means to be a christian today. They also get into a passionate “best ever” debate on diss tracks, comedians and boxers.By Loud Speakers Network
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068 – 43VA Heartless w/ Moneybagg Yo
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Van sits down with Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo to discuss the new generation of Memphis hip-hop. They also talk about Moneybagg’s ambitions outside of rap and how he handles friends and family who ask him for money.By Loud Speakers Network
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067 – Family Matters w/ Jaleel White
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Van sits down with legendary sitcom actor Jaleel White to talk about his trials and tribulations while growing up in the spotlight. They also touch on the state of children’s TV today and the surprisingly-talented celebrity basketball circuit.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van sits down with Filmmaker Ava DuVernay to talk about her life and career, past and present. They also talk about Ava’s latest project ‘When They See Us’, a 4-part limited series on Netflix about the Central Park 5.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van sits down with comedian and actor, DeRay Davis to talk about the life and legacy of John Singleton, who was a mentor to DeRay. They also talk about DeRay’s career, his relationships and the state of comedy in today’s political climate.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van sits down with New Zealand actor Cliff Curtis, known for his diverse filmography including roles in Training Day and Avatar. They talk about Cliff’s powerful documentary about pioneering Maori filmmaker, Merata Mita. They also touch on Cliff’s experience as an “ethnically ambiguous” actor in Hollywood and the hardships that indigenous people fa…
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063 – F*ck Me, Feed Me, Finance Me w/ Mandii
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Can sits down with Mandii, one-half of the Whoreible Decisions Podcast. They talk about why she’s never been with a white man and they touch on Mandii’s controversial rant about men financing a relationship.By Loud Speakers Network
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062 – Politickin’ w/ Bakari Sellers
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Van sits down with CNN Contributor and Politician Bakari Sellers. They touch on the Democratic Primary candidates, Barack Obama’s impact or lack-there-of on African American communities, the importance of HBCUs and Bakari’s political future.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van sits down with NRA TV host and gun advocate Colion Noir. They touch on the gun debate, the impact of mass shootings, the importance of black gun ownership and Colion’s philosophy on home defense.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van turns 39 and uses this episode as an episode to reflect on a seminal moment for him.By Loud Speakers Network
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058 – Black & African w/ Blitz The Ambassador
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Van sits down with rapper, visual artist, and filmmaker, Blitz The Ambassador to talk about his Netflix movie The Burial of Kojo. They also talk about Blitz’s assimilation into American culture and how hip hop was his bridge to black culture when he grew up in Ghana.By Loud Speakers Network
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057 – The GentleWoman’s Guide To Life w/ Miss Diddy
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Van sits down with lifestyle ambassador and entrepreneur Miss Diddy to talk about her life behind the scenes in the entertainment industry, how she became a connector of people, and how it is to be a black woman with power and respect. At the top of the show Van reacts to the tragic murder of Nipsey Hussle and has a call to action for anyone who wa…
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056 – Tears Of A Clown w/ D.C. Young Fly
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Van sits down with comedian and actor D.C. Young Fly to talk about his origin story in comedy, how tragedy in life informed his comedy chops early on, and how he ended up as a main player on Nick Cannon’s Wild N’ Out. Also, Van starts the show with his thoughts on Jussie Smollett’s case being dropped in Chicago.…
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055 – Natalie, Take the Wheel w/ Natalie Manuel Lee
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Van sits down with former Fear of God Brand Manager and Hillsong Channel host Natalie Manuel to talk about her show Now with Natalie, how people’s perspective on religion has evolved in our modern times and how social media has shaped that narrative. They also talk about Van’s own reservations about attending church.…
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054 – Headlines w/ Amanda Seales, Murda Mook, & Robert Littal
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On this special episode Van talks to three guests who are coming on to explain their current situations that have made headlines recently. First up, Van calls up Murda Mook to talk about his controversial podcast with Julz. After that, Van moderates a heated discussion between comedian and actress Amanda Seales and Black Sports Online EIC Robert Li…
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Van sits down with Nia Riley to talk about Love and Hip Hop Hollywood and her relationship with Soulja Boy. The two talk about the recent fight that she and Soulja Boy had on the show and Nia’s tells us her side of story. She opens up about hardships with Soulja Boy that cameras have not captured and his long history with violent behavior. They als…
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Van sits down with British singer Estelle to talk about her music career, male groupies, the issues that female artists are facing in the industry right now, and her current status with Kanye West who she’s worked with in the past. At the top of the show Van has an important message for all of his friends and family who think he’s rich: I aint got …
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051 – Blow Pops In Your Hair w/ Ceraadi
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Van sits down with the duo Ceraadi who are blowing up on social media and youtube. They talk about signing with Roc Nation, maneuvering through Hollywood as two young female performers in light of the R Kelly scandals, and things get emotional when they talk about their sister leaving the group. Van also follows up on the Jussie Smollett case after…
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050 – Grandma Viola w/ Al Harrington
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Van sits down with former NBA player and marijuana entrepreneur Al Harrington. They talk about the origins of Viola, his marijuana start up, about his 14 year career in the NBA and how he’s trying to make more money in weed than he did playing basketball. They also talk about white players in the NBA and his take on the Kobe vs LeBron debate.…
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Van sits down with Leonard Harris aka GLC of G.O.O.D. music. They talk about his heavy involvement in the inner city community in Chicago, his close relationship with Kanye West, and what he thinks people get wrong about Kanye. We also get more insight on the reasoning behind Kanye wearing the “Make America Great Again” hat and how GLC is responsib…
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Van sits down with singer, songwriter, and rapper Saint Jhn. They talk about him getting the co-sign from rap mogul Kareem “bigs” Burke and what his aspirations are in the hip hop world. They also talk about the responsibility of rappers reshaping the narrative of women and how they’re treated, they also talk about Saint Jhn’s fashion taste and the…
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047 – Cry Like A Man w/ Jason Wilson
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Van sits down with one of his heroes, Jason Wilson from the Cave of Adullam. They talk about this new book “Cry Like A Man” and what Jason had to overcome to become the thought leader that he is today. At the top of the show Van rants about a friend that tried to get his help on Black Twitter and why she was wrong for looping him in.…
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Van sits down with model, actress, and influencer Amber Rose to talk about her relationships with famous men, how that instant fame was not good for her at the time, her brand of feminism, and the come up story that she feels people should know about. Also, at the top of the show Van shares his conflicted feeling on the New Orleans Saints current S…
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045 – Flamingo & Koval w/ Arian Foster
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Van sits down with former NFL all-pro Arian Foster to talk about his life after football and how he’s been able to reinvent himself as an artist and a thought leader. The two also debate about whether celebrity news has a place in our culture and why Arian think’s Tupac is not as great as we all think he was.…
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044 – Bria Murphy RAW w/ Bria Murphy
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Van sits down with the multi-faceted Bria Murphy. They talk about growing up as the daughter of Eddie Murphy and all the pressures that come with that, the struggles of black women through the lens of the beauty world, and her budding career in fine art.By Loud Speakers Network
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043 – Smart N**ga Rap w/ Brian “B-Dot” Miller
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Van sits down with one hand of the Rap Radar podcast, Brian “B-Dot” Miller to reflect on this year’s best music, what it’s like to interview some of the biggest names in pop culture like Jay-Z and Will Smith, and B-Dot opens up about some his conservative views on today’s politics and news cycle.By Loud Speakers Network
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042 – Righteousness & Ratchetness w/ Phillip Agnew & Mariza Mendez
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In part 1, Van sits down with Phillip Agnew to discuss radical reform in the black community and the role that black people have at the polls. Then in part 2 Van chops it up with Marisa Mendez about her hookups with rappers and her crazy threesome story.By Loud Speakers Network
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Van weighs in on the recent Dwight Howard Twitter controversy before sitting down with comedian Michael Yo. The two talk about the plight of white comics in this diverse era of comedy, Michael’s life being raised bi-racial, and how he navigates through his extended family’s politics that differ from his.…
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