Atlanta entrepreneur Vinny (Mr. AOA) stops by the Baller Alert Podcast studio with host BT to chop it up about his journey through the hospitality industry. Vinny opens up about his past life as a professional Blackjack player, using his winnings to launch his first venue, Sovereign Sweets, and eventually linking up with Quavo to launch V12 Restaurant. He breaks down the truth behind going viral, the story behind his security carrying him over a puddle in Rick Owens shoes, strict rules for his restaurant employees, and plans to expand V12 to Miami.

Atlanta entrepreneur Vinny (Mr. AOA) stops by the Baller Alert Podcast studio with host BT to chop it up about his journey through the hospitality industry. Vinny opens up about his past life as a professional Blackjack player, using his winnings to launch his first venue, Sovereign Sweets, and eventually linking up with Quavo to launch V12 Restaurant. He breaks down the truth behind going viral, the story behind his security carrying him over a puddle in Rick Owens shoes, strict rules for his restaurant employees, and plans to expand V12 to Miami.

Pop culture news, hot gossip, fresh perspectives and belly laughs are all on tap on "The Baller Alert Show." The latest innovation from the mega-successful Baller Alert Brand, “The Baller Alert Show” is hosted hot party host/ broadcasting personality Ferrari Simmons and tv personality You Know BT. This dynamic dream team’s high-energy interplay will have viewers engaged from start to finish.

Pop culture news, hot gossip, fresh perspectives and belly laughs are all on tap on "The Baller Alert Show." The latest innovation from the mega-successful Baller Alert Brand, “The Baller Alert Show” is hosted hot party host/ broadcasting personality Ferrari Simmons and tv personality You Know BT. This dynamic dream team’s high-energy interplay will have viewers engaged from start to finish.

The Baller Alert Show

The Baller Alert Show delivers the latest in celebrity news, entertainment, culture, music, sports, and trending conversations with the signature voice that has made Baller Alert one of the most recognized brands in digital media. Hosted by Ferrari Simmons and You Know BT, each episode features exclusive interviews with celebrities, artists, athletes, entrepreneurs, and cultural tastemakers, along with unfiltered commentary on the biggest stories shaping pop culture. Whether it's breaking entertainment news, viral moments, or conversations that move the culture forward, The Baller Alert Show keeps listeners informed, entertained, and connected to what's happening now.

The Baller Alert Show delivers the latest in celebrity news, entertainment, culture, music, sports, and trending conversations with the signature voice that has made Baller Alert one of the most recognized brands in digital media. Hosted by Ferrari Simmons and You Know BT, each episode features exclusive interviews with celebrities, artists, athletes, entrepreneurs, and cultural tastemakers, along with unfiltered commentary on the biggest stories shaping pop culture. Whether it's breaking entertainment news, viral moments, or conversations that move the culture forward, The Baller Alert Show keeps listeners informed, entertained, and connected to what's happening now.

Vinny(Mr. AOA) On Starting V12 with Quavo, Security Carrying Him Over Puddles, & Real Meaning of AOA

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Kirk Franklin joins Ferrari Simmons, BT, and Kayla on The Baller Alert Show. He discusses his choice to collaborate with GloRilla, defending her church background against critics who try to micromanage her spiritual process.

The conversation explores the realities of religious trauma, specifically addressing judgmental church culture, pastors driving Bentleys while members struggle, and the truth behind Druski's satirical skits. Franklin shares details of his upbringing, noting he was adopted at age four by a 64 year old widow born in 1908.

The hosts open up about their personal faith journeys, leading to an emotional discussion on the importance of Black men expressing their feelings and shedding tears.

Chapters:

0:00 Musical Impact

2:51 The Alpaca

4:34 Spiritual Pedestals

6:37 GloRilla Collaboration

8:20 Godly vs. Condemning Judgment

10:13 Parental Relationships

13:10 Religious Trauma

14:45 Mega-Churches & Druski

16:32 Leaving the Church

19:20 The Red Light Analogy

21:40 Finding God

24:37 The Power of Prayer

28:08 Black Men & Vulnerability

29:34 A Prayer for the Culture

32:25 The Future of Gospel

36:05 Bridging the Algorithm

44:50 Childhood & Adoption

47:40 Balancing Marriage & Music

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Kirk Franklin joins Ferrari Simmons, BT, and Kayla on The Baller Alert Show. He discusses his choice to collaborate with GloRilla, defending her church background against critics who try to micromanage her spiritual process.
The conversation explores the realities of religious trauma, specifically addressing judgmental church culture, pastors driving Bentleys while members struggle, and the truth behind Druski's satirical skits. Franklin shares details of his upbringing, noting he was adopted at age four by a 64 year old widow born in 1908.
The hosts open up about their personal faith journeys, leading to an emotional discussion on the importance of Black men expressing their feelings and shedding tears.
Chapters:
0:00 Musical Impact
2:51 The Alpaca
4:34 Spiritual Pedestals
6:37 GloRilla Collaboration
8:20 Godly vs. Condemning Judgment
10:13 Parental Relationships
13:10 Religious Trauma
14:45 Mega-Churches &amp; Druski
16:32 Leaving the Church
19:20 The Red Light Analogy
21:40 Finding God
24:37 The Power of Prayer
28:08 Black Men &amp; Vulnerability
29:34 A Prayer for the Culture
32:25 The Future of Gospel
36:05 Bridging the Algorithm
44:50 Childhood &amp; Adoption
47:40 Balancing Marriage &amp; Music
Watch the full episode on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/_1cs60x4wX8">https://youtu.be/_1cs60x4wX8</a>
More at balleralert.com/show
Follow Baller Alert: Instagram @balleralert, YouTube @balleralerttv, TikTok @balleralert, X @balleralert

Kirk Franklin On GloRilla Collab Backlash, Druski's Mega-Church Skits, & Toxic Church Culture

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In this episode of The Baller Alert Show we sit down with the one and only Yung Miami!

Ahead of her highly anticipated October 23rd debut solo album release, Yung Miami opens up about her musical journey and experiencing "tears of joy." She breaks down the massive success of her hit single "Spend That," giving a special shoutout to the International Remix featuring Shenseea. Caresha also shares her perspective on transitioning into a media personality, explaining how learning to read the room and create safe spaces has made her a better interviewer.

From detailing her unbreakable bond with Saucy Santana to explaining how she handles social media negativity and fake narratives, Yung Miami proves she is in her ultimate "lit bag" right now. Plus, she playfully dodges questions about her love life and shares her ultimate boss level purchase goals: a plane and a yacht.

Chapters:

0:00 Intro & Welcoming Yung Miami

2:41 Caresha vs. Yung Miami: Media Savvy & Becoming an Interviewer

7:23 Tears of Joy: Preparing for the October 23rd Solo Album Release

10:09 The Success of "Spend That" & Confronting Haters Face to Face

15:49 Navigating Social Media Narratives & Protecting Her Peace

18:17 Balancing Motherhood and the Music Industry

19:11 Discussing the "Spend That" International Remix & Goyard Bags

23:48 The Unmatched Chemistry & Friendship with Saucy Santana

26:54 Accountability, Dating Rumors & Keeping Her Private Life Private

27:56 Why the Album is Called "Watch This"

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/olz-iA6ZqQc

More at balleralert.com/show

Follow Baller Alert: Instagram @balleralert, YouTube @balleralerttv, TikTok @balleralert, X @balleralert

In this episode of The Baller Alert Show we sit down with the one and only Yung Miami!
Ahead of her highly anticipated October 23rd debut solo album release, Yung Miami opens up about her musical journey and experiencing "tears of joy." She breaks down the massive success of her hit single "Spend That," giving a special shoutout to the International Remix featuring Shenseea. Caresha also shares her perspective on transitioning into a media personality, explaining how learning to read the room and create safe spaces has made her a better interviewer.
From detailing her unbreakable bond with Saucy Santana to explaining how she handles social media negativity and fake narratives, Yung Miami proves she is in her ultimate "lit bag" right now. Plus, she playfully dodges questions about her love life and shares her ultimate boss level purchase goals: a plane and a yacht.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro &amp; Welcoming Yung Miami
2:41 Caresha vs. Yung Miami: Media Savvy &amp; Becoming an Interviewer
7:23 Tears of Joy: Preparing for the October 23rd Solo Album Release
10:09 The Success of "Spend That" &amp; Confronting Haters Face to Face
15:49 Navigating Social Media Narratives &amp; Protecting Her Peace
18:17 Balancing Motherhood and the Music Industry
19:11 Discussing the "Spend That" International Remix &amp; Goyard Bags
23:48 The Unmatched Chemistry &amp; Friendship with Saucy Santana
26:54 Accountability, Dating Rumors &amp; Keeping Her Private Life Private
27:56 Why the Album is Called "Watch This"
Watch the full episode on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/olz-iA6ZqQc">https://youtu.be/olz-iA6ZqQc</a>
More at balleralert.com/show
Follow Baller Alert: Instagram @balleralert, YouTube @balleralerttv, TikTok @balleralert, X @balleralert

Yung Miami Talks Debut Solo Album, Dating Rumors, "Spend Dat" Success, & Saucy Santana Friendship

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Hoodrich Pablo Juan returns to The Baller Alert Show to talk with Ferrari Simmons, BT and Kayla about coming home after five years in prison. He explains how he flipped a switch the day he walked out, what he promised himself while he was locked up, staying discouraged but positive while his streams kept growing, and going celibate for 34 days to stay focused.

Pablo also talks about being on a case with 45 other people, what Lil Durk and YellowBeezy's situations say about choosing your circle, why he's big on accountability, and why he barely hangs out anymore. Plus, his new project The Bloprint, released on 9/11 to honor the 25th anniversary of Jay Z's The Blueprint, with a feature from Lil Baby.

Watch more of The Baller Alert Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/balleralerttv

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Follow Baller Alert: Instagram @balleralert, YouTube @balleralerttv, TikTok @balleralert, X @balleralert

Hoodrich Pablo Juan returns to The Baller Alert Show to talk with Ferrari Simmons, BT and Kayla about coming home after five years in prison. He explains how he flipped a switch the day he walked out, what he promised himself while he was locked up, staying discouraged but positive while his streams kept growing, and going celibate for 34 days to stay focused.
Pablo also talks about being on a case with 45 other people, what Lil Durk and YellowBeezy's situations say about choosing your circle, why he's big on accountability, and why he barely hangs out anymore. Plus, his new project The Bloprint, released on 9/11 to honor the 25th anniversary of Jay Z's The Blueprint, with a feature from Lil Baby.
Watch more of The Baller Alert Show on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/balleralerttv">https://www.youtube.com/balleralerttv</a>
More at balleralert.com/show
Follow Baller Alert: Instagram @balleralert, YouTube @balleralerttv, TikTok @balleralert, X @balleralert

Hoodrich Pablo Juan Speaks Surviving 5 Years in Prison, Going Celibate, & Why He Left Lean Alone!

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Vinny(Mr. AOA) On Starting V12 with Quavo, Security Carrying Him Over Puddles, & Real Meaning of AOA

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