Maino on 50 Cent & Akademiks Beef, Diddy, Troy Ave, Max B, Kay Flock (Full Interview)

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:36:07 +0000

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Maino sits down with VladTV to clear the air surrounding his comments about 50 Cent and an alleged documentary dispute that sparked online backlash. Maino explains that his remarks were taken out of context, stressing that the conversation was about the legality of documentaries in general—not a personal shot at 50. He breaks down how quickly misunderstandings can escalate in today’s internet-driven culture and why he refuses to personalize industry conflicts.

The discussion touches on the response 50 Cent received, a lighthearted exchange involving a building purchase, and the broader issue of unity among New York artists. Maino emphasizes the importance of maturity, communication, and not letting social media narratives dictate real-life relationships. Vlad and Maino also explore how the internet has changed public perception, accountability, and the way street-related stories are consumed and judged.

The conversation expands into serious topics like street violence, responsibility, and consequences, referencing cases involving Troy Ave and Kodak Black. They also discuss an interview with Pooh Sims, who maintains his innocence in a stolen property case, and mention a $50,000 FBI reward tied to a Stockton shooting that tragically killed four people, including two eight-year-old girls.

Additional topics include the reconciliation between Young Thug and Gunna, the evolution of Vlad’s career from DJing to full-scale content creation, and thoughts on major boxing events like Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul, Terence Crawford’s retirement, and why rappers should diversify beyond music to build long-term stability.